SAINT EDWARD PARISH THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 PO BOX 758 601 West C STREET SHELTON, WA 98584 OFFICE (360) 426-6134 FAX (360) 426-6231 www.saintedwardshelton.org NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 OFFICE (360) 426-6134 PASTOR — FR. RONALD BELISLE Ext. 201 [email protected] SENIOR PRIEST-FR. RICHARD PARLE DEACON BILL BATSTONE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MARY CHAPMAN Ext. 300 [email protected] HISPANIC MINISTRY RAMIRO ROCHA Ext. 202 [email protected] PARISH OFFICE SUSAN ROETTJER Ext. 200 [email protected] MUSIC DIRECTOR SKYLAR CARROLL [email protected] 360 877-6675 ADMINISTRATION JEANNE SHOUSE Ext. 203 [email protected] MAINTENANCE Ext. 500 JOE ZIMNY [email protected] STEPHANIE BEATTY PARISH SURVEY As a carry-through of the “Good Leaders, Good Shepherds” training that I went through with 30 other priests, there will be a series of parish surveys conducted over the next several years in the parish. Here is what we should do to prepare for that survey: If you have changed your e-mail address, send an e-mail from your corrected address to Susan at <[email protected]> an note the change. 1. If you do not have access to e-mail or a computer, we will mail you a survey. Again leave your name at the office. 2. Give some thought and prayer to your participation in the parish, considering both the strengths and weaknesses you have experienced. Your reply will be considered your truthful views. With the data from the survey it is my hope to develop a Pastoral Plan from which we can build a strong faith-filled evangelizing church. If this is something you are convinced is a good move, please offer your services by giving me your name on a slip of paper (I don’t trust my memory for things told me on a Sunday morning!) I am hoping that I can count on your cooperation, and I will keep you in the loop as more detailed information is available to me. FR. RON BELISLE [email protected] ORGANIZATIONS ALTAR SOCIETY MARGARET BROWN 360- 490-2194 KATHLEEN ANDERSON andersonka@ hctc.com MEN’S CLUB SCHEDULE RECONCILIATION Sat 4:00 p.m. SATURDAY VIGIL 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY MORNING English 8:30 & 10:00 a.m. MISA EN ESPANOL 11:30 a.m. Weekday Masses Tues — Thurs 12:00 p.m. Mass and Morning Prayer Fri 8:30 a.m. Visitation of the Sick First Fridays Office Hours Mon — Fri 9:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. EVERYONE INVITED!!! The Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Sunday, November 23rd. We will start serving at 2:00 PM thru 4:00 PM. The Men’s Club will supply turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing and gravy. Please bring your favorite Thanksgiving dish or dessert to share potluck style. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 MINISTERS OF THE LITURGY TIME, TALENT & TREASURE Week I of the Psalter Saturday, November 22, 2014 5:00 pm Fostering Stewardship As A Way of Life Saturday November 15 7:15 a.m. Kairos Meeting 3:00 p.m. Solano-Martinez Baptism and Hall Rental 4:00 p.m. Confessions 5:00 p.m. Mass Int of Fr. Parle 6:30 p.m. Spanish Choir Sunday November 16 8:30 a.m. Mass 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour 9:45 a.m. CE Classes 10:00 a.m. Mass 11:30 a.m. Misa en Español 12:30 p.m. 1st Sacraments Parent Mtg Monday November 17 6:30 p.m. Youth Ministry 7:00 p.m. Guatemalan Prayer Group Tuesday November 18 12:00 p.m. Mass Int of Ken Fredson 12:30 p.m. Blessing Card Gathering 4:30 p.m. Finance Council 4:30 p.m. Small Faith Group 6:00 p.m. RCIA-Spanish 6:00 p.m. Spanish Baptism 6:30 p.m. Bible Timeline 7:00 p.m. Spanish Choir Wednesday November 19 Sacristan/Host B Lector E. Min. Cup 1 E. Min. Cup 2 Deacon Cup 3 E. Min. Cup 4 Server Server Cantor Accompanist Usher Usher Usher A/V STEWARDSHIP TIME & TALENT SALUTE In the last two weeks, we’ve had four funeral receptions, the Bazaar, two Veteran’s Day Receptions and a going away gathering. We are so grateful to our Altar Society for meeting each of these needs and to all our parishioners who helped with food donations. Sunday, November 23, 2014 8:30 a.m. Sacristan/Host B Lector E. Min. Cup 1 E. Min. Cup 2 Deacon Cup 3 E. Min. Cup 4 Server Server Cantor Accompanist Usher Usher Usher Usher 12:00 p.m. NO Mass, Fr goes to Edmonds A/V 1:00 p.m. Bible Timeline 5:00 p.m. Rosary Guild 6:00 p.m. Prayer Group 7:00 p.m. Guatemalan Bible Study Thursday November 20 12:00 p.m. Mass +Samuel McDowell 1:00 p.m. Altar Society Meeting 6:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. RCIA-Marks of the Church 7:30 p.m. Spanish Choir Friday November 21 8:30 a.m. Mass +Paul Duggan 6:30 p.m. Spanish Prayer Group Saturday November 22 10:00 a.m. Youth Pie Making 4:00 p.m. Confession 5:00 p.m. Mass +Joselito A. Pancho 6:00 p.m. Pie Sale 6:30 p.m. Spanish Choir Sunday November 23 8:30 a.m. Mass 9:30 a.m. Youth Pie Sale 9:45 a.m. CE Classes 10:00 a.m. Mass 11:30 a.m. Misa en Español 2:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Potluck Steve Levette Chris Hobson Judy Harlow Alice Chapman Emi McKay Paul Allard Abby Slone Kaylee Slone Loren Lloyd Judy Lloyd Joe Slone Gene Strozyk Craig Chapman Claire Voskuhl Vince Morson Barb Herrick Pat Wojcik Sandy Harris Vern Harris Verne Bailey Alisa Ramirez Austin Severance Mary P & Neneth Dodie Vonhof Bill Truax Frank Rothschild Gail Rothschild Judy Brown Russell Nesbitt STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK Today's readings focus on the end-of-time and seek to focus us on whether or not we have lived such a life that we are ready for Christ's Second Coming. STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE The pledge cards in the pews helps you set a personal goal and helps the parish know how to allocate its resources. Please fill one out today, and simply place it in the collection basket, or leave it at the parish office, or drop it in the mail. Thank you! Updated Financials will be in next week’s bulletin Sunday, November 23, 2014 10:00 a.m. Sacristan/Host B Lector E. Min. Cup 1 E. Min. Cup 2 E. Min. Cup 3 E. Min. Cup 4 Server Server Cantor Accompanist Usher Usher Usher Usher A/V Kevin Kealy Magda Costantino Bonnie Sanchez Don Smith Pat Orr Bernadine Robertson Bridgette Beatty Hunter Beatty Skylar Carroll Dodie Vonhof Tom Wallitner Marianne Jordan Gary Bigger Gaspar Juan BIBLE TIMELINE is cancelled for Wednesday, Nov. 26th. COMING EVENTS Nov 23 Thanksgiving Potluck 2PM Nov 27 Thanksgiving Mass 9AM And Bread Exchange Dec 7 Conversations with...500 mile Pilgrimage on foot to Santiago de Compostela Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Holy Day of Obligation REST IN PEACE Please pray for the repose of the souls of Paul Anthony Souter (nephew of Bridget and Paul O’Donnell), Jack Brown, Bill Kamin, Sharon Hall and Joe Jordan. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 FAITH FORMATION WHAT’S YOUR CATHOLIC IQ? Incarnation means (a) all nations will bow to Jesus; (b) carnations will be used to celebrate Christmas; (c) God took on human flesh; (d) the Virgin Mary is among us FAMILY NIGHT Our first Family Night dinner is Saturday, December 6th at 6:00. We will begin with Mass at 5:00 and then enjoy a complementary chili dinner. Then we will be making family rosaries and conclude the evening praying a rosary in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Our Lady of Immaculate Conception. EVERYONE is welcome to join us as we come together as a parish community for fellowship and Liturgy. We have begun our holiday food drive! If you and your family are in a position to donate nonperishable food items, boxes will be available in the church narthex and the Education Building. Needed items include: Top Ramen, instant oatmeal, meals in a can: chili, ravioli, pork & beans, fruit cups, energy bars, microwaveable mac & cheese, fruit juice, tuna, etc. Any donation will be greatly appreciated and what a wonderful way to teach your child the true spirit of giving that will follow them for a lifetime. Our neighbors need us! The Youth Group will be a sponsoring a pie sale on Nov. 22nd & 23rd after all Masses. This is their first fund raising opportunity and all support would be greatly appreciated. If you are interested in donating a pie, please contact the Education office. Thought for the day: Heavenly Father, my prayer is that I would learn to trust You more. It’s such a comfort to know that my life is in Your hands, and circumstances surrounding me are in Your control. Remind me daily that choosing to be happy is an option. May I find my strength in Your joy. Amen. – Kim Boyce ANSWER TO THE IQ QUESTION (c) Christmas celebrates the mystery of the Incarnation-when God took on human flesh. “The Word became flesh to be our model of holiness” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, nos. 459 and 460, emphasis in original). OUR NUMBERS ARE GROWING We need volunteers to help provide for our increasing community’s hungry! We are facing an average of 70 to 100 meals a night and these include an increase of families. St. Edwards will be serving meals on November 16th, 17th, 29th & 30th. If you are interested in helping provide a dish or helping with the set-up or clean up, please sign up in the church narthex or contact our coordinator, Mike Wallace at 432-8204 or Mary Chapman for more information. IN OUR PARISH PRAYER CHAIN If you have a special need for prayer please call one of the ladies listed below and they will start the chain of calls, which will give you support in your time of need. Marilyn Earsley [email protected] 360-426-6303 Bernadine Robertson SICK LIST NOTE Do you know of an aged or ailing person who would like to receive communion at home? We will be leaving people on the sick list for approximately three weeks, then removing them. If you have someone you would like back on the list please feel free to contact the office. Rick Anderson John Bigger Brandy & Myia Bodyfelt Celeste Bordeaux Norma Bourgault Jud Brooks Tyler Brown Bill Bruce William Burke Frank & Lydia Colo Jackie Conklin Jo Debruler Amy Domgaard Debra Donohue Jane Dormuth Lorraine Duggan Carol Dunaway Janie Earl Kathy Easley Kandice Ewing Jim Farler Lynn Forrester Marilyn Feist Beverly Frank Mary Genasci Ken Gonella Lucas Gonzales Alan Hanson Nancy Hausser Isabell Henao Martha Johnson Mary Johnson Leo Kaiser Scott Keeney Debbie Krumpols Mary Lambert Betty Lamberto Roger Letourneau Veronica Lindenselser Lisa McCormick Mike McCormick Susan Merriman Kaytlin Melvin Teresa Noecker Dale Nye Fr. Dick Parle Jim Pentony Rikki Puetz Ally, Ella & Tammy Putvin Shannon Rothschild Antonette Savoie Evelia Serrano Ryan Simons Hazel Simpson Marguerite Simpson Elmer Smith (not Buddy) Lee Stahl Stephanie Stephens Rochelle Stork Joan Towner Ignacio Velasquez Richard Wafula Frances Warnes Larry Warren Jack Wells Doreen Wood Del Zorn PRAY FOR THOSE SERVING THEIR COUNTRY Bill & Sam Wirstrom (OK) Pat Kealy (KY) Morgan Smith (IL) James Woodward (Iraq) Tom Kealy (CO) David Martin (USN) Nathan Keith & Karl Merz (US Army) Stephen Gardner, Teresa Gardner-Wenner, Peter Gilroy, Carl Cox, Derrik Truax and Laura Kent (WA) Mitchell Reynolds (Kuwait) Ian O’Sullivan (KY) Michael Wirstrom & Bonnie Yoakum (New Mexico) Alex Blakley, Jodie Hartman, & Kristopher Chapman (TX) Raymond J. Mundigler, Gary Grubb, Paul Joseph Cote & Joshua Holloway and Adam Chmielowski(Afghanistan) Melissa Fredson, Zach Zuroweste & Sophia Kinnaman (VA) Elizabeth Milliken (Qatar) To add names to the Honor Roll, please call Susan. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PRIMERA LECTURA Proverbios 31, 10-13. 19-20. 30-31 Lectura del libro de los Proverbios 31, 10-13. 19-20. 30-31 Dichoso el hombre que encuentra una mujer hacendosa: muy superior a las perlas es su valor. Su marido confía en ella y, con su ayuda, él se enriquecerá; todos los días de su vida le procurará bienes y no males. Adquiere lana y lino y los trabaja con sus hábiles manos. Sabe manejar la rueca y con sus dedos mueve el huso; abre sus manos al pobre y las tiende al desvalido. NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 LISTA DE ORACIONES Por el Alma del Señor: Rosendo Pimentel-Olguin EVANGELIO Mateo 25, 14-30 Lectura del santo Evangelio según san Mateo En aquel tiempo, Jesús dijo a sus discípulos esta parábola: "El Reino de los cielos se parece también a un hombre que iba a salir de viaje a tierras lejanas; llamó a sus servidores de confianza y les encargó sus bienes. A uno le dio cinco talentos; a otro, dos; y a un tercero, uno, según la capacidad de cada uno, y luego se fue. Son engañosos los encantos y vana la hermosura; merece alabanza la mujer que teme al Señor. El que recibió cinco talentos fue enseguida a negociar con ellos y ganó otros cinco. El que recibió dos hizo lo mismo y ganó otros dos. En cambio, el que recibió un talento hizo un hoyo en la tierra y allí escondió el dinero de su señor. Es digna de gozar del fruto de sus trabajos y de ser alabada por todos. Palabra de Dios. Después de mucho tiempo regresó aquel hombre y llamó a cuentas a sus servidores. SALMO RESPONSORIAL R. Dichoso el que teme al Señor. ¡Dichoso el que teme al Señor y sigue sus caminos! Comerás del fruto de tu trabajo, serás dichoso, te irá bien. R. Dichoso el que teme al Señor. Tu mujer, como parra fecunda, en medio de tu casa; tus hijos, como renuevos de olivo, alrededor de tu mesa. R. Dichoso el que teme al Señor. Ésta es la bendición del hombre que teme al Señor. Que el Señor te bendiga desde Sión, que veas la prosperidad de Jerusalén, todos los días de tu vida. R. Dichoso el que teme al Señor. Salmo 127, 1-5 SEGUNDA LECTURA Tesalonicenses 5, 1-6 Lectura de la primera carta del apóstol san Pablo a los tesalonicenses Hermanos: Por lo que se refiere al tiempo y a las circunstancias de la venida del Señor, no necesitan que les escribamos nada, puesto que ustedes saben perfectamente que el día del Señor llegará como un ladrón en la noche. Cuando la gente esté diciendo: "¡Qué paz y qué seguridad tenemos!", de repente vendrá sobre ellos la catástrofe, como de repente le vienen a la mujer encinta los dolores del parto, y no podrán escapar. Pero a ustedes, hermanos, ese día no los tomará por sorpresa, como un ladrón, porque ustedes no viven en tinieblas, sino que son hijos de la luz y del día, no de la noche y las tinieblas. Por tanto, no vivamos dormidos, como los malos; antes bien, mantengámonos despiertos y vivamos sobriamente. Palabra de Dios. Se acercó el que había recibido cinco talentos y le presentó otros cinco, diciendo: 'Señor, cinco talentos me dejaste; aquí tienes otros cinco, que con ellos he ganado'. Su señor le dijo: 'Te felicito, siervo bueno y fiel. Puesto que has sido fiel en cosas de poco valor te confiaré cosas de mucho valor. Entra a tomar parte en la alegría de tu señor'. Se acercó luego el que había recibido dos talentos y le dijo: 'Señor, dos talentos me dejaste; aquí tienes otros dos, que con ellos he ganado'. Su señor le dijo: 'Te felicito, siervo bueno y fiel. Puesto que has sido fiel en cosas de poco valor, te confiaré cosas de mucho valor. Entra a tomar parte en la alegría de tu señor'. Finalmente, se acercó el que había recibido un talento y le dijo: 'Señor, yo sabía que eres un hombre duro, que quieres cosechar lo que no has plantado y recoger lo que no has sembrado. Por eso tuve miedo y fui a esconder tu talento bajo tierra. Aquí tienes lo tuyo'. El señor le respondió: 'Siervo malo y perezoso. Sabías que cosecho lo que no he plantado y recojo lo que no he sembrado. ¿Por qué, entonces, no pusiste mi dinero en el banco para que, a mi regreso, lo recibiera yo con intereses? Quítenle el talento y dénselo al que tiene diez. Pues al que tiene se le dará y le sobrará; pero al que tiene poco, se le quitará aun ese poco que tiene. Y a este hombre inútil, échenlo fuera, a las tinieblas. Allí será el llanto y la desesperación'". Palabra del Señor. © 1999 Comisión Episcopal de Pastoral Litúrgica Derechos reservados a favor de OBRA NACIONAL DE LA BUENA PRENSA, A.C. Apartado M-2181. 06000 México, D.F. Orozco y Berra 180. Santa Mariá la Ribera. © 1970 Comisiòn Episcopal Española de Liturgia © 1972 SOBICAIN. Derechos reservados. La comida de la Thanksgiving se celebrará el Domingo, 23 de noviembre. Vamos a empezar a servir de las 2:00 pm a las 4:00 PM. El Club de Hombres suministrará pavo, puré de Papas, aderesos y salsa. Por favor traiga su plato favorito de Acción de Gracias o postre para compartir estilo potluck o fiesta de traje. Feliz dia de dar gracias. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PROCESSIONAL SONG: The King Shall Come When Morning Comes #282 PREPARATION SONG: The Lord is my Light #557 HOLY: #219 WE PROCLAIM YOUR DEATH #220 AMEN: THE LORD’S PRAYER #157 LAMB OF GOD: #224 COMMUNION SONG: I Want To Walk as a Child of the Light #632 Our Blessing Cup #778 SENDING SONG: City of God #813 READINGS FOR THE THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading -- The woman who fears the LORD is to be praised (Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31). Psalm -- Blessed are those who fear the Lord (Psalm 128). Second Reading -- Brothers and sisters, you are children of the light (1 Thessalonians 5:1-6). Gospel -- Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities (Matthew 25:14-30 [14-15, 19-21]). NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 SAINTS ALIVE PRAYER GROUP LIVING PRAYER Who prays as they ought will endeavor to live as they pray. --Anonymous Join us for Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 6PM in the Chapel. Enter thru the back Chapel door. SMALL FAITH GROUP You’re invited to come join in the discussions on Tuesday, November 18th at 4:30 p.m. We will be meeting in one of the classrooms in the Christian Education Building. THANKSGIVING DAY EXCHANGE How fitting if you could attend Mass (9:00 a.m.)! For the bold & venturesome among you, we invite you to bring bread that you would ordinarily have on your Thanksgiving table such as rolls, biscuits, a loaf of bread, buns, etc. Place them in front of the altar for a blessing and then swap with someone else’s to show the unity of Christians on this day. The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 18:35-43 Tuesday: Rv 3:1-6, 14-22; Ps 15:2-5; Lk 19:1-10, or, (for the memorial of the Dedication) Acts 28:11-16, 30-31; Ps 98:1-6; Mt 14:22-33 Wednesday: Rv 4:1-11; Ps 150:1b-6; Lk 19:11-28 Thursday: Rv 5:1-10; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 19:41-44 Friday: Rv 10:8-11; Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131; Lk 19:45-48 Saturday: Rv 11:4-12; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Lk 20:27-40 Sunday: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; Ps 23:1-3, 5-6; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46 GET READY The Letters of Paul to the Thessalonians are among his earliest writings, and are driven by his belief and the belief of the entire early Christian community that the return of Christ was imminent. Therefore, to devote time or attention to anything else was foolish. As time progressed, this fervor receded a bit. Today we may wonder, when we hear these readings about the coming endtimes, if we should take them to heart. What should we do when we hear that the day of the Lord will come upon us "like a thief at night"? (1 Thessalonians 5:2) Does this mean we are to stop our long-range goal-setting, get rid of our yearly calendars and planners, or stop putting money in the college education fund? Of course not. What it does mean is that we need to change our lives, living like children of the light and illuminating the world around us with the light of the gospel. Then, on that day, when the details of our daily living become unimportant, we will be ready to find our peace and security in Christ Jesus. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION All Christians in both East and West embraced the care of the sick as essential to church life. In the West, the importance of the visit of the priest is stressed, while in the East, the sick person is brought to the church for a full Liturgy of the Word. Some, such as the Armenians, even call it the "Ritual of the Lamp," since the oil is poured out of the lamp by which the Word is read. This may be why Eastern Christians sometimes anoint the sick with this oil, since the trip to church might kill them. Our tradition in the West also unfolded in monasteries, where it was possible for infirm monks to be attended with a full and beautifully consoling liturgy. In 950 the monks of St. Alban's Abbey in Mainz produced a ceremonial book that was instantly a pastoral hit everywhere. There were two lengthy rituals for the sick, one an extended vigil, and the other a liturgy of anointing that included Communion under both species. While this ritual was a house formula for monks, it is easy to see how monks who had the care of parishes desired to serve their parishioners in a similar way. The first form included the chanting of penitential psalms, and the second form required a confession beforehand. Both forms included a laying on of hands, which everyone understood as being an essential part of penance. --Rev. James Field, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co. THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 SECOND COLLECTION TODAY In an ongoing effort to reduce the principal owed on the Christian Education Building and thus reduce the interest payments, we will take a second collection today. Feel free to use the green envelopes in the pews. BLESSING CARD MINISTRY ROSARY GUILD The Rosary Guild will meet Wednesday, November 19th at 5PM in the Christian Education Building. The rosaries made are distributed to various locations including Care Net Pregnancy Center, Mason General Hospital and the Detention Center in Tacoma. The response from recipients is truly heart warming! Time: 12:30 or so; right after noon Mass Let’s get together to work on cards! When: Tuesday, November 18 Where: St. Kateri Classroom in Education Wing We'll have a little lunch before we get started. You may bring anything you like. If you can't bring anything, that's perfectly OK. Looking forward to seeing you then and there! Email or call with any questions, Shari 868-2728, [email protected]. COMMUNITY LIFELINE Dear Father Belisle, Thank you for your parish’s generous donation for the security camera system at Community Lifeline. We strive to serve those in need in the safest and healthiest environment we are able to provide and this will make a huge impact on people’s behaviors. God Bless, Barbra Weza, Executive Director, Community Lifeline ELECTRONIC GIVING We now offer electronic giving! Please visit our church website (www.saintedwardshelton.org) and click on the “myEoffering” button to register a new account. Electronic offering provides you with better records, hassle free Sunday mornings, and consistent and regular giving. ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL MATCHING GIFTS Thank you to those who have already fulfilled your Annual Catholic Appeal pledge! If you would like to help maximize our Annual Catholic Appeal Rebate this year for our parish project, please check if your employer has a Matching Gift program. Once your gift has been paid in full, you can apply for the match per your employer’s instructions. The Annual Catholic Appeal, Archdiocese of Seattle, is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Tax ID # 91-0778147. Call 206-382-4274 if you have any questions. Mailing address: Annual Catholic Appeal, PO Box 14964, Seattle 98114 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL YEAR-END PAYMENTS Annual Catholic Appeal Year-End Payments and Donations Still need to make your Annual Catholic Appeal payment or donation by year-end for tax purposes? Any payments or new gifts you want credited to the 2014 calendar year for tax purposes need to be in the Annual Catholic Appeal office by December 31st. If mailing in the payment, the postmark must be stamped by Dec 31, 2014 in order to be applied in the calendar year. To make a payment, visit www.seattlearchdiocese.org/pp and use your debit or credit card for immediate processing. Or call the Appeal office at 206-382-4274. Please do not put ACA payments in the parish collection basket. Mail directly to: Annual Catholic Appeal, PO Box 14964, Seattle 98114. Final payments for the campaign are due in April 2015. If you would like to donate stock, call 206-382-7316 or 800422-5417. Haven’t made a gift to the Appeal? It’s not too late. Go to: www.seattlearchdiocese.org/donate Your generous support is greatly appreciated – thank you! THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SONGS OF CHRISTMAS BRING DOUBLE DELIGHTS The holiday season is shortly upon us, and once again we tune our ears to this brief time when choral voices fill the air with glorious music that lifts the human spirit. This year, the residents of Mason County and the Olympia area can look forward to a special double treat. The renowned Harstine Island Community Choir teams up with Masterworks Choral Ensemble of Olympia to present two dynamic concerts featuring the most loved carols sung throughout the ages. Familiar carols like “The First Noel”, “Joy to the World", “Carol of the Bells” and “Ding! Dong! Merrily on High” contain new twists with refreshing arrangements sung for the enjoyment of families and friends. The choir not only doubles, but also the accompaniment, as two pianists support the voices with vibrant four hand playing. Women of Note, the newly formed regional vocal ensemble, is the featured guest artist, presenting several beautiful carols arranged for women's voices only, creating a different resonance and atmosphere for listeners who have not experienced carols for women choirs. The Harstine Island Community Choir is a non-profit whose mission is to provide ready access to quality music for residents of Mason County and nearby areas. You will want to mark one of the dates on your calendar and join your friends and neighbors in joyous celebration. Saturday, December 13, 3:00 PM, St. Hugh Episcopal Church, 280 E. Wheelwright, Allyn, (Harstine Island Community Choir, only) Donations appreciated Sunday, December 14, 3:00PM Shelton High School Center for the Performing Arts, 3737 N. Shelton Springs Road (Combined Choirs) Donations appreciated Program information at www.harstinechoir.com. NOVEMBER 15-16, 2014 THE PRIORY SPIRITUALITY CENTER 500 College Street NE Lacey, WA 98516 360-438-2595 [email protected]: For Sat, w/e and long term program information [email protected]: For individual/group retreats, Spiritual Direction and meeting room inquiries www.stplacid.org Traveling Light: Holding On and Letting Go November 22 Saturday 9:00AM-3:00PM We’ll look to poems, short fiction, and memoir pieces for models to inspire our work together. Writing exercises will help participants probe their thinking and express their needs, desires and intentions regarding what they want to hold onto and let go of to keep themselves centered in our ever changing world. Register by prior Friday $60. Bring a sack lunch & notebook. Minimum 6, Maximum 40 Janice Lawry is a developmental psychologist whose workshops use writing and other means of creative expression as tools for personal exploration and transformation. Her work brings to light the parallels in our psychological, creative, and spiritual growth. Advent Retreat: Giving Birth to the God of Peace December 5-7 Friday 7:15PM-Sunday 1:00PM A silent beginning to Advent may deepen your journey to Christmas. The opening session will involve prayer, relaxation and preparation for the retreat with some materials for possible use during the retreat. The retreat will close with group prayer and sharing. A spiritual director will be available for those who wish to listen with you as you discern the movement of God in your life. Register by prior Friday: $150 with spiritual direction $185 Minimum 3, Maximum 10 Therese Gonneville , OSB, is involved in the ministry of giving retreats, spiritual direction and phone ministry at St. Placid Priory. “I journey with others with a listening heart, especially as they struggle with the pain of loss and grief, healing of past wounds of the Inner Child, and their desire to pray and come into greater inner freedom RECONCILED to God, other and themselves.”
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