RCIA - Jesus said, “Therefore I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people that will produce its fruit.” It is easy for us to criticize the chief priests and elders in Jesus’ day who were not being faithful. However, the Gospels have layers and meaning and layers of audiences. These writings are as relevant today as they were 2000 years ago. How faithful are we in producing fruit in our lives? Do we even have a clue of what it would look like to truly produce fruit? To learn what this might look like, RCIA is designed to bring persons into the Catholic Church and unpack the deeper meaning of the Gospels. If you would like to be part of this process, please contact Cynde Bosshart at 253-631-1940, X104 or cyndebosshart@gmail.com .
Changes in Worship Coming this Advent This past weekend, Fr. Kevin Duggan gave a presentation on the changes in the Mass that will begin in Advent. We were reminded that while some things will change regarding our responses, much will remain the same. What will not change is our faith. There are no new doctrines; our Tradition remains unbroken as understood dating back to the life of Jesus and the Apostles. The liturgy remains Christ-centered and will give us new words to better connect with old truths. When we say things differently, we listen with new ears and begin to see with new eyes- thus opening us to a vibrancy that might otherwise be lacking. What remains the same is our Communion, our community, and our God. The words will become more familiar with time and we will be all the richer for our patience.
Eucharistic Minister Trainings - If you are a Confirmed Catholic interested in serving as a Eucharistic Minister, please join us at one of the upcoming trainings on Saturday, October 8 at 9 AM or Sunday, October 9 at 1:30 PM (note the new time). Please sign-up at the back of the church or contact Mary Kay Elsner (253-630-3607 or mmelsner@comcast.net) with questions.
Possible Flu Shot Clinic - St. Stephen's is considering offering flu shots ($25 ea.) on Thursday, October 20 from 9-11 AM. If interested, please contact the Parish Offices by Wednesday, Oct 5. We will announce next weekend whether we had enough interest.
Attention all Ushers and Helpers - The Annual Ushers Dinner will be Friday, Oct 7, at 6 PM. Please sign-up in the back of the Church. For more info, please contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521) or Bob Ball (425-271-8182).
Widow/Widowers - Bunko and Potluck on Saturday, Oct 8 beginning at 6:30 PM. Cost is $3/person. For more info or to RSVP, contact Hilda at 253-638-1815.
Message from Fr. Ed about Catechism Nights - I would like to encourage all to deepen their knowledge and love of our Catholic faith through what is considered by many as the best 'Catechism' they have ever seen- the new Catholicism DVD series by Fr. Robert Barron, who was my Academic Advisor at Mundelein Seminary. We will start on Wednesday, October 5, at 7:30 PM. "This is the most important media project in the history of the Catholic Church in America. A stimulating and compelling exploration of the spiritual, moral, and intellectual riches of the Catholic world." - George Weigel, Biographer of Blessed John Paul II
Infant Baptism - Please contact the Faith formation Office to sign up, as space for classes is limited. Baptisms are held on weekends predetermined by the Faith Formation and Liturgy Staff members, in conjunction with Fr. Ed. Families are not permitted to select their own dates.
1st Grade Parents - Classes are required this year to be eligible for 1st Sacraments in 2nd grade!
Faith Formation Classes start October 5th 6-7:15 PM
Confirmation Classes - Informational Meeting Teen Confirmation October 5th, 7:30pm in the Social Hall
Couples Night Out with Guest Speaker Dr. Tom Curran Saturday, Oct 8, here at St. Stephen. Catered dinner ($20/couple) at 6 PM, followed by the presentation (free) at 7 PM titled, Marriage: A Gift from God. To register for the talk, contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com; for a childcare reservation, contact Brigitte (425-351-5518 or ststephenschildcare@gmail.com). Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct 5.
Catholic Women from the Columbia River to the Canadian Border and from the Pacific Ocean to the Cascade Mountains are invited to gather for the Annual Seattle Remembrance Banners The Feasts Days of All Saints and All Soul’s are fast approaching. During the month of November, it is a St. Stephen’s tradition to remember those who have died. Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex (now through Oct. 23) for you to write the names of friends/family who have passed away this past year. We will print their names on a ribbon and hang it over the baptismal font during the month of November. You may write the names of those who died prior to this year in the Book of Life (next to the Holy Water font) after November 1. We will pray for all those named in the book and on the banners during the month of November. NOTE: We need a volunteer to compile an alphabetical list of names for the ribbons. If you can do this, please contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com.
Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women's Convention on Friday, Oct 21 and Saturday, Oct 22, 2011 right here at St. Stephen! The theme is, We Are the Light of the World. For more details, call President Sue Bregel (253-350-1874) or visit www.SeattleACCW.org.
Women’s Fellowship Gathering - All women of the parish are invited to join St. Stephen Council of Catholic Women for our “First Saturday” monthly meeting Saturday, Oct. 8. We start at 8:30 AM with Mass at the Chapel, followed by 9 AM Adoration in the Chapel, and 10-11:15 AM Fellowship Brunch with a fun activity in the kitchen area near the parish office. Childcare available with advance request. Learn more us at www.Seattle ACCW.org. Questions? Contact Kathleen Tansey (Cenral Deanery President) at 253-631-7879, Phyllis Albrecht (Vice Pres.) at 425-272-7165 in evenings or StStephenCCW@comcast.net.
Do you have the capability of recording old vinyl LP's onto CD format? The St. Stephen Music Department is in need of transferring non-copyrighted music onto a newer format. If you can help, please call the Parish Office and leave your name and number for John Burton. Thank you.
Donations Wanted - Please contact us if you have an automobile, truck or adult bicycle that you can donate (tax receipt available). We are also in need of a working freezer. If you can help with any of these things, we can even arrange for pick up!
November Men's Shelter - Please see the sign-up board in the Narthex that looks like this (see right) and put your name down if you can help prepare meals for men at a Renton host church. Details are on the sign-up board or contact Darlene to learn more (253-631-1940, X119).
Backpacks for the Homeless Project - We will be putting backpacks together for homeless women, children/youth and men again this year. Collections of the following items will start this week and we welcome your donations of hand warmers, small tarps, and small flashlights. Donations may be left in the Narthex wicker baskets or brought to the Outreach Annex. Thank you!
Help End Abortion
- Life Chain Sunday is Oct 2. For details, please see the insert in this weekend's bulletin or visit www.ststephens.us/bulletin/OCT_02_2011_insrt1.pdf or www.LifeChain.net
- First Wednesday is Oct 5. Spend an hour in prayer with the Renton Helpers of God's Precious Infants at the Cedar River (abortion) Clinics, located in the Cascade Crest Building at 263 Rainier Ave. S. in Renton. Fr. Ed will lead a pro-life rosary at 11 AM. Contact Bernie (bkwit6gc@msn.com) to schedule an hour of your choosing between 7:30 AM and 5 PM so you will not be there alone.
- Second Saturday is Oct 8. Pray with the Seattle Helpers of God’s Precious Infants (www.SeattleHelpers.org) starting with morning Mass at the Knights of Columbus Hall (722 E. Union, Seattle) and followed by a peaceful prayer vigil at Planned Parenthood (2001 E. Madison, Seattle). Call Louise for exact time at 425-271-7185.
Thank you, Blood Donors! - Thanks so much to the 22 blood donors who showed up on Saturday! The next blood drive is on Saturday, Dec 3; please mark your calendars now. Again, many thanks for your support! Blessings to you all, Cindy Mortimer
If you are grieving the death of a loved one, come find strength and compassion with the St. Stephen’s Grief Support Group on Sunday, Oct 16 from 1:00- 2:30 PM in the Chapel. Our topic will be, "New Beginnings/The Promise of Hope". For questions, please contact Sharon Rasmussen at 425-228-1437. The Lord heals the brokenhearted, binds up their wounds. - Ps alm 147, 2-3
October 3 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
October 4 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a – 12:00p Scripture Study
6:00p – 6:30p Terrific Tuesday Dinner
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Scripture Study
7:30p – 9:00p Knights of Columbus
October 5 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 –11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p – 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p – 9:00p Choir Practice
7:30p – 9:00p Catechism Class
7:30p – 9:00p Confirmation Information
October 6 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a – 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:30p – 9:00p Parish Leadership Night
7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
7:00p – 9:00p Pastoral Council
October 7 First Friday
8:30a – 9:15a MASS
9:00a – 10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3p Sat. Eucharistic Adoration
6:00p – 9:00p Ushers Dinner
October 8 Saturday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9a Fri. – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:00a – 11:00a Eucharistic Minister Training
10:00a – 11:30a Council of Catholic Women
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
After Mass Knights' Apple Sale
6:00p – 9:00p Couples Night Out w/Dr. Tom Curran
6:30p -10:00p Widows/Widowers
October 9 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
After Mass French Toast Breakfast/Knights' Apple Sale
9:45a – 10:45a Altar Server Training
9:45a – 10:45a Preschool
11:00a – 12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
After Mass French Toast Breakfast/Knights’ Apple Sale
1:30p – 3:30p Eucharistic Minister Training (note new time)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
After Mass Knights’ Apple Sale
6:45p – 8:15p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
September 25th, 2011
Eucharistic Minister Training - Eucharistic Ministers provide an important ministry by assisting the priest with distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to the parish community. If you are a Confirmed Catholic and interested in serving as a Eucharistic Minister, please join us at one of the upcoming Eucharistic Minister Trainings on Saturday, Oct 8 at 9 AM or Sunday, Oct 9 at 9:30 AM. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve at one mass of your choosing each month. Please sign-up at the back of the church or by contacting Mary Kay Elsner at 253-630-3607 or mmelsner@comcast.net.
Infant Baptism - Please contact the Faith formation Office to sign up, as space for classes is limited. Baptisms are held on weekends predetermined by the Faith Formation and Liturgy Staff members, in conjunction with Fr. Ed. Families are not permitted to select their own dates.
1st Grade Parents - Classes are required this year to be eligible for 1st Sacraments in 2nd grade!
Faith Formation Classes start October 5th 6-7:15 PM
Confirmation Classes - Informational Meeting Teen Confirmation October 5th, 7:30pm in the Social Hall
Help End Abortion
• South-End Parish Pro-Life will meet at St. Stephen Monday, Sept 26. All are welcome to come for 6:30 PM Mass followed by a social hour and Sidewalk Counseling presentation by Paul Robertson, Seattle Archdiocese Gabriel Project Coordinator. Visit: www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_18_2011_insrt1.pdf or contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com) for more info.
• First Saturday is Oct 1 Join the Renton Helpers of God's Precious Infants in prayer on the sidewalk in front of the Renton Cedar River (abortion) Clinics (located at 263 Rainier Ave. S) following 8 AM Mass at St. Anthony. Questions? Call Brian or Louise at 425-271-7185.
• Life Chain Sunday is Oct 2 For more details, please see the bulletin insert or www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_25_2011_insrt1.pdf.
Join Girlfriends & join in the fun! Join us Thursday, Sept 29 at 7 PM in the St Stephen’s room to gather together and discuss plans for future Girlfriends events. Women age 18 to 108 are invited! Questions? Contact Mary Powers (marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349).
Possible Flu Shot Clinic St. Stephen's is considering hosting a flu shot clinic Thursday, Oct 20 from 9 - 11 AM if enough parishioners are interested. Shots would be administered by a nurse provided by Maxim Health Systems at a cost of $25/person. If this is something that interests you, please contact the Parish Offices by Wednesday, Oct 5.
A New Treat for Catechism Nights Message from Father Ed: I would like to encourage all to deepen their knowledge and love of our Catholic faith through what is considered by many as the best 'Catechism' they have ever seen. I'm referring to the new Catholicism DVD series by Father Robert Barron (who was my Academic Advisor at Mundelein Seminary). We will start on Wednesday, Oct 5th, at 7:30 PM. All ages are welcome to attend!
"This is the most important media project in the history of the Catholic Church in America. A stimulating and compelling exploration of the
spiritual, moral, and intellectual riches of the Catholic world." - George Weigel, Biographer of Blessed John Paul II
Couples Night Out with Guest Speaker Dr. Tom Curran St. Stephen's is hosting a Couples Night Out dinner event Saturday, Oct 8 at 6 PM. The evening begins with dinner at 6 PM, followed by a presentation by Dr. Tom Curran at 7 PM titled, “Marriage: A Gift from God.” Come and learn the secret to a great marriage and discover what will forever change how you view your marriage, spouse, and yourself. The cost is $20/couple; and childcare is available with a reservation. To register for the event, contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com; to make a childcare reservation, contact Brigitte (425-351-5518 or ststephenschildcare@gmail.com). Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct 5.
Attention all Ushers and Helpers The Annual Ushers Dinner will be Friday, Oct 7, at 6 PM. Please sign-up in the back of the Church. For more info, please contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521) or Bob Ball (425-271-8182).
Widow/Widowers Bunko and Potluck on Saturday, Oct 8 beginning at 6:30 PM. Cost is $3/person. For more info or to RSVP, contact Hilda at 253-638-1815.
8:30 Choir Breakfast The famous french toast breakfast is back and will be served on Sunday, Oct 9 after both AM Masses.
St. Anthony's "Octo-bear-fest" 2011 Break out your clogs and come join the fun on Friday, Oct 1 from 10 AM to 5 PM at St. Anthony's Parish Hall in Renton. There will be games and homemade Filipino food, Torrero's Mexican food, and beer-n-brats! Carnival booth tickets are 4/$1. For more info, contact Tiffany Perri (253-638-7330 or tiffanyperri@hotmail.com).
There’s a New World Somewhere: Marriage Encounter Reunion Saturday, Oct 1 at St. Vincent DePaul Parish (30525 8th Ave. S, Federal Way). Evening begins with Mass in the Church at 5 PM followed by a spaghetti dinner at 6:15 PM in the parish hall. Please RSVP to Carole Wright (206-396-9696 or carolew@johnlscott.com).
Honduras and Africa Missions Oktoberfest Dinner is Saturday, Oct 15th. Save the Date! The Honduras/Africa Mission team has begun collecting items to raffle at their Oktoberfest fundraising dinner. All the raffle funds will directly support the children of Honduras and Africa through orphanage projects and evangelical materials. Possible raffle donations are: gift certificates, time shares, gift baskets (coffee, Italian, spa, wine, etc.), sports memorabilia, household items, etc. Contact Debbie Dullenty (206-755-6628 or ddullenty@comcast.net) for more info. The Honduras/Africa Mission team will also be hosting a No-Bake Bake Sale fundraiser. See the flier in the bulletin for more info.
Annual Seattle Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women's Convention All Catholic women are invited to attend the annual event on Friday, Oct 21, and Saturday, Oct 22, at St. Stephen the Martyr Parish. Fore more details, call President Sue Bregel (253-350-1874) or visit www.SeattleACCW.org.
Catholic Professionals of Seattle Please help us welcome our new Archbishop Sartain on Friday, Oct 7. Event check-in begins 6:30 AM, followed by 7 AM Mass at UW Catholic Newman Center (20th Ave. NE, Seattle), followed by breakfast and guest speaker. Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance, online only. Members $20/Non-members $35. For more info, contact Theresa Ferguson (catholicinseattle@gmail.com or 206-261-0286) or visit www.catholicprofessionalsofseattle.org.
September 26 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
7:00p – 9:00p Social & Human Concerns
7:15p – 9:00p Respect Life Committee
September 27 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a – 12.00p Scripture Study
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Stephen Ministry
7:00p – 9:00p Scripture Study
September 28 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 - 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p – 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:30p -- 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p – 9:00p Choir Practice
September 29 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a - 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:30p – 8:00p Cub Scouts
6:30p – 8:00p Evangelization & Communication Commission
7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
September 30 Friday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a –10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
October 1 Saturday
8:00a - 10:00a SSTM Men's Group
8:30a -- 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
October 2 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:30a - 10:30a Africa Mission Presentation
9:45a - 10:45a Preschool
11:00 - 12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
Infant Baptism - Please contact the Faith formation Office to sign up, as space for classes is limited. Baptisms are held on weekends predetermined by the Faith Formation and Liturgy Staff members, in conjunction with Fr. Ed. Families are not permitted to select their own dates.
1st Grade Parents - Classes are required this year to be eligible for 1st Sacraments in 2nd grade!
Faith Formation Classes start October 5th 6-7:15 PM
Confirmation Classes - Informational Meeting Teen Confirmation October 5th, 7:30pm in the Social Hall
Help End Abortion
• South-End Parish Pro-Life will meet at St. Stephen Monday, Sept 26. All are welcome to come for 6:30 PM Mass followed by a social hour and Sidewalk Counseling presentation by Paul Robertson, Seattle Archdiocese Gabriel Project Coordinator. Visit: www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_18_2011_insrt1.pdf or contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com) for more info.
• First Saturday is Oct 1 Join the Renton Helpers of God's Precious Infants in prayer on the sidewalk in front of the Renton Cedar River (abortion) Clinics (located at 263 Rainier Ave. S) following 8 AM Mass at St. Anthony. Questions? Call Brian or Louise at 425-271-7185.
• Life Chain Sunday is Oct 2 For more details, please see the bulletin insert or www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_25_2011_insrt1.pdf.
Join Girlfriends & join in the fun! Join us Thursday, Sept 29 at 7 PM in the St Stephen’s room to gather together and discuss plans for future Girlfriends events. Women age 18 to 108 are invited! Questions? Contact Mary Powers (marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349).
Possible Flu Shot Clinic St. Stephen's is considering hosting a flu shot clinic Thursday, Oct 20 from 9 - 11 AM if enough parishioners are interested. Shots would be administered by a nurse provided by Maxim Health Systems at a cost of $25/person. If this is something that interests you, please contact the Parish Offices by Wednesday, Oct 5.
A New Treat for Catechism Nights Message from Father Ed: I would like to encourage all to deepen their knowledge and love of our Catholic faith through what is considered by many as the best 'Catechism' they have ever seen. I'm referring to the new Catholicism DVD series by Father Robert Barron (who was my Academic Advisor at Mundelein Seminary). We will start on Wednesday, Oct 5th, at 7:30 PM. All ages are welcome to attend!
"This is the most important media project in the history of the Catholic Church in America. A stimulating and compelling exploration of the
spiritual, moral, and intellectual riches of the Catholic world." - George Weigel, Biographer of Blessed John Paul II
Couples Night Out with Guest Speaker Dr. Tom Curran St. Stephen's is hosting a Couples Night Out dinner event Saturday, Oct 8 at 6 PM. The evening begins with dinner at 6 PM, followed by a presentation by Dr. Tom Curran at 7 PM titled, “Marriage: A Gift from God.” Come and learn the secret to a great marriage and discover what will forever change how you view your marriage, spouse, and yourself. The cost is $20/couple; and childcare is available with a reservation. To register for the event, contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com; to make a childcare reservation, contact Brigitte (425-351-5518 or ststephenschildcare@gmail.com). Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct 5.
Attention all Ushers and Helpers The Annual Ushers Dinner will be Friday, Oct 7, at 6 PM. Please sign-up in the back of the Church. For more info, please contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521) or Bob Ball (425-271-8182).
Widow/Widowers Bunko and Potluck on Saturday, Oct 8 beginning at 6:30 PM. Cost is $3/person. For more info or to RSVP, contact Hilda at 253-638-1815.
8:30 Choir Breakfast The famous french toast breakfast is back and will be served on Sunday, Oct 9 after both AM Masses.
St. Anthony's "Octo-bear-fest" 2011 Break out your clogs and come join the fun on Friday, Oct 1 from 10 AM to 5 PM at St. Anthony's Parish Hall in Renton. There will be games and homemade Filipino food, Torrero's Mexican food, and beer-n-brats! Carnival booth tickets are 4/$1. For more info, contact Tiffany Perri (253-638-7330 or tiffanyperri@hotmail.com).
There’s a New World Somewhere: Marriage Encounter Reunion Saturday, Oct 1 at St. Vincent DePaul Parish (30525 8th Ave. S, Federal Way). Evening begins with Mass in the Church at 5 PM followed by a spaghetti dinner at 6:15 PM in the parish hall. Please RSVP to Carole Wright (206-396-9696 or carolew@johnlscott.com).
Honduras and Africa Missions Oktoberfest Dinner is Saturday, Oct 15th. Save the Date! The Honduras/Africa Mission team has begun collecting items to raffle at their Oktoberfest fundraising dinner. All the raffle funds will directly support the children of Honduras and Africa through orphanage projects and evangelical materials. Possible raffle donations are: gift certificates, time shares, gift baskets (coffee, Italian, spa, wine, etc.), sports memorabilia, household items, etc. Contact Debbie Dullenty (206-755-6628 or ddullenty@comcast.net) for more info. The Honduras/Africa Mission team will also be hosting a No-Bake Bake Sale fundraiser. See the flier in the bulletin for more info.
Annual Seattle Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women's Convention All Catholic women are invited to attend the annual event on Friday, Oct 21, and Saturday, Oct 22, at St. Stephen the Martyr Parish. Fore more details, call President Sue Bregel (253-350-1874) or visit www.SeattleACCW.org.
Catholic Professionals of Seattle Please help us welcome our new Archbishop Sartain on Friday, Oct 7. Event check-in begins 6:30 AM, followed by 7 AM Mass at UW Catholic Newman Center (20th Ave. NE, Seattle), followed by breakfast and guest speaker. Tickets must be purchased 48 hours in advance, online only. Members $20/Non-members $35. For more info, contact Theresa Ferguson (catholicinseattle@gmail.com or 206-261-0286) or visit www.catholicprofessionalsofseattle.org.
September 26 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
7:00p – 9:00p Social & Human Concerns
7:15p – 9:00p Respect Life Committee
September 27 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a – 12.00p Scripture Study
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Stephen Ministry
7:00p – 9:00p Scripture Study
September 28 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 - 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p – 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:30p -- 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p – 9:00p Choir Practice
September 29 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a - 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:30p – 8:00p Cub Scouts
6:30p – 8:00p Evangelization & Communication Commission
7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
September 30 Friday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a –10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
October 1 Saturday
8:00a - 10:00a SSTM Men's Group
8:30a -- 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
October 2 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:30a - 10:30a Africa Mission Presentation
9:45a - 10:45a Preschool
11:00 - 12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
Sunday, September 18, 2011
September 18th, 2011
Flu shots - St. Stephen the Martyr is considering hosting a flu shot clinic on Thursday October 20 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. If enough parishioners participate, Maxim Health Systems will provide a nurse to administer flu shots at a cost of $ 25.00 each. If you are interested, please let the St. Stephen the Martyr office know by October 5.
Blood Drive The Knights of Columbus and Puget Sound Blood Center are proud to announce the return of the Mobile Unit Blood Drive on Saturday, Sept 24, from 10 AM-4 PM (closed from 12-1PM) in St. Stephen's lower parking lot. To schedule your own appointment visit: www.psbc.org/programs/drive.asp?URL=1840. For more information call Cindy Mortimer at 253-939-6566.
Infant Baptism - Please contact the Faith formation Office to sign up, as space for classes is limited. Baptisms are held on weekends predeter-mined by the Faith Formation and Liturgy Staff members, in conjunction with Fr. Ed. Families are not permitted to select their own dates.
New Roman Missal - Come see what it’s all about! Informational class
Saturday, September 24th from 9 AM -1 PM. Contact Cynde for sign up or questions!
1st Grade Parents - Classes are required this year to be eligible for 1st Sacraments in 2nd grade!
Faith Formation Classes start October 5th 6-7:15 PM
Confirmation Classes - Informational Meeting Teen Confirmation October 5th, 7:30pm in the Social Hall
Help End Abortion
• South-End Parish Pro-Life will meet at St. Stephen Monday, Sept 26. All are welcome to come for 6:30 PM Mass followed by a social hour and Sidewalk Counseling presentation by Seattle Archdiocese Gabriel Project Coordinator, Paul Robertson. For more info, contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com) or visit: www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_18_2011_insrt1.pdf.
• Life Chain Sunday is October 2nd, 2-3:30 PM in Renton. Please join other Americans peacefully and prayerfully standing for Life on Rainier Ave. between 2nd and 3rd Streets. For more info, see www.LifeChain.net and watch for the insert with map in next Sunday's bulletin.
• St. Stephen's 2011 4US (for ultrasounds) donation campaign has ended. However, donations still qualify for the Knights of Columbus Matching Program to help pregnant mothers make informed choices. Please donate online at: www.4us.org/teams/35 or by check payable to "4US" with "Fr. Ed's Team Fiat" on the memo line, mailed to: 4US, 401 North E St., Tacoma, WA 98403. More info at www.ststephens.us. Thank you for your support!
the Word of Life quote from the U.S. Bishops' site... One need only consider the harm to our society and culture when science, technology and medicine proceed without respect for the innate and inalienable dignity of human life. A culture of death, sown by totalitarian regimes in the last century, is also sown in democratic societies when freedom’s dependence on truth is denied. ~Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Message to Graduates, May 11, 2011
UPDATE - The Knights of Columbus Soccer “Penalty-Kick” Challenge The District Championship on Saturday, Sept 24 will take place at St. Stephen's Church campus from 1- 4 PM (not at 9:30 AM as previously printed).
Join Girlfriends & join in the fun! Join us Thursday, Sept 29 at 7 PM in the St Stephen’s room to gather together and discuss plans for future Girlfriends events. Women age 18 to 108 are invited! Questions? Contact Mary Powers at marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349.
A New Treat for Catechism Nights Message from Father Ed: I would like to encourage all to deepen their knowledge and love of our Catholic faith through what is considered by many as the best 'Catechism' they have ever seen. I'm referring to the new Catholicism DVD series by Father Robert Barron (who was my Academic Advisor at Mundelein Seminary). We will start on Wednesday, Oct 5th, at 7:30 PM. I recommend this series for those age 13 to 113! "This is the most important media project in the history of the Catholic Church in America. A stimulating and compelling exploration of the spiritual, moral, and intellectual riches of the Catholic world." - George Weigel, Biographer of Blessed John Paul II
Attention all Ushers and Helpers The Annual Ushers Dinner will be Friday, Oct 7, at 6 PM. Please sign-up in the back of the Church. For more info, please contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521) or Bob Ball (425-271-8182).
Widow/Widowers Bunko and Potluck on Saturday, Oct 8 beginning at 6:30 PM. Cost is $3/person. For more info or to RSVP, contact Hilda at 253-638-1815.
Eucharistic Minister Training Eucharistic Ministers provide an important ministry by assisting the priest with distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to the parish community. If you are a Confirmed Catholic and interested in serving as a Eucharistic Minister, please join us at one of the upcoming Eucharistic Minister Trainings on Saturday, Oct 8 at 9 AM or Sunday, Oct 9 at 9:30 AM. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve at one mass of your choosing each month. Please sign-up at the back of the church or by contacting Mary Kay Elsner at 253-630-3607 or mmelsner@comcast.net.
Africa Mission Presentation On Sunday, Oct 2 at 9:45 AM, a video of the December 2010 mission trip to Uganda and Kenya will be presented along with information about the upcoming mission trip next August! Please plan on attending in between the two morning masses that Sunday. For more information contact Diane Cooper at 425-652-1445 or imdcooper@comcast.net.
Save the Date for the Oktoberfest Dinner The Honduras/Africa Mission teams are sponsoring an Oktoberfest Dinner festival on Saturday, Oct 15th in St. Stephen’s Social Hall. The festival will include: live music, authentic German food, locally brewed beer, a raffle and silent auction, and a festive atmosphere. All proceeds from the event will be used to support the children of Honduras and Africa. Please mark your calendars and watch upcoming bulletins for more details.
Couples Night Out with Guest Speaker Dr. Tom Curran St. Stephen's is hosting a Couples Night Out dinner event Saturday, Oct 8 at 6 PM. The evening begins with dinner at 6 PM, followed by a presentation by Dr. Tom Curran at 7 PM titled, “Marriage: A Gift from God.” Come and learn the secret to a great marriage and discover what will forever change how you view your marriage, spouse, and yourself. The cost is $20/couple; and childcare is available with a reservation. To register for the event, contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com; to make a childcare reservation, contact Brigitte (425-351-5518 or ststephenschildcare@gmail.com). Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct 5.
Seattle Council of Catholic Women The Central Deanery (King County) of the Seattle Council of Catholic Women are hosting a light Supper and Guest Speakers on Thursday, Sept 29, at 5 PM at Holy Family, Auburn. The topic will be "The Dignity of Dying, Practical and Spiritual Considerations". Business meeting, pre & post program will include the Treasurer & Secretary elections and Call to Annual Convention. Please RSVP to Sue (253-833-3380 or lorimar1915@hotmail.com).
Food Bank Hours: Monday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM and Wednesday 4 - 6 PM. Please Help! The food bank espeically needs fruit (canned, fresh or dried), pastas, soups, pancake mix, syrup and vegetables.
Donations Wanted Please contact us if you have an automobile, truck or adult bicycle that you can donate (tax receipt available).
Great News! A Hoveround (riding chair) and electric hospital bed have been donated to St. Stephens and are available for use. If interested in borrowing, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
September 19 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
10:00 – noon Facilities & Grounds
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
7:00p – 9:00p Girl Friends Book Club
September 20 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a – noon Scripture Study
6:00p – 8:00p Baptism Class
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Scripture Study
7:30p – 9:00p Knights of Columbus
September 21 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 – 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p – 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p – 9:00p Choir Practice
7:30p – 9:00p Catechism Class
September 22 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a – 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p Finance Council
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
September 23 Friday
8:30a – 9:15a MASS
9:00a – 10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
September 24 Saturday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:00a – 1:00p New Roman Missal Class
10:00a – noon Blood Drive
1:00p – 4:00p Blood Drive
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
6:00p – 9:00p Girl Friends Craft Group
September 25 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a – 10:45a Preschool
11:00 – noon MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
Blood Drive The Knights of Columbus and Puget Sound Blood Center are proud to announce the return of the Mobile Unit Blood Drive on Saturday, Sept 24, from 10 AM-4 PM (closed from 12-1PM) in St. Stephen's lower parking lot. To schedule your own appointment visit: www.psbc.org/programs/drive.asp?URL=1840. For more information call Cindy Mortimer at 253-939-6566.
Infant Baptism - Please contact the Faith formation Office to sign up, as space for classes is limited. Baptisms are held on weekends predeter-mined by the Faith Formation and Liturgy Staff members, in conjunction with Fr. Ed. Families are not permitted to select their own dates.
New Roman Missal - Come see what it’s all about! Informational class
Saturday, September 24th from 9 AM -1 PM. Contact Cynde for sign up or questions!
1st Grade Parents - Classes are required this year to be eligible for 1st Sacraments in 2nd grade!
Faith Formation Classes start October 5th 6-7:15 PM
Confirmation Classes - Informational Meeting Teen Confirmation October 5th, 7:30pm in the Social Hall
Help End Abortion
• South-End Parish Pro-Life will meet at St. Stephen Monday, Sept 26. All are welcome to come for 6:30 PM Mass followed by a social hour and Sidewalk Counseling presentation by Seattle Archdiocese Gabriel Project Coordinator, Paul Robertson. For more info, contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com) or visit: www.ststephens.us/bulletin/SEP_18_2011_insrt1.pdf.
• Life Chain Sunday is October 2nd, 2-3:30 PM in Renton. Please join other Americans peacefully and prayerfully standing for Life on Rainier Ave. between 2nd and 3rd Streets. For more info, see www.LifeChain.net and watch for the insert with map in next Sunday's bulletin.
• St. Stephen's 2011 4US (for ultrasounds) donation campaign has ended. However, donations still qualify for the Knights of Columbus Matching Program to help pregnant mothers make informed choices. Please donate online at: www.4us.org/teams/35 or by check payable to "4US" with "Fr. Ed's Team Fiat" on the memo line, mailed to: 4US, 401 North E St., Tacoma, WA 98403. More info at www.ststephens.us. Thank you for your support!
the Word of Life quote from the U.S. Bishops' site... One need only consider the harm to our society and culture when science, technology and medicine proceed without respect for the innate and inalienable dignity of human life. A culture of death, sown by totalitarian regimes in the last century, is also sown in democratic societies when freedom’s dependence on truth is denied. ~Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Message to Graduates, May 11, 2011
UPDATE - The Knights of Columbus Soccer “Penalty-Kick” Challenge The District Championship on Saturday, Sept 24 will take place at St. Stephen's Church campus from 1- 4 PM (not at 9:30 AM as previously printed).
Join Girlfriends & join in the fun! Join us Thursday, Sept 29 at 7 PM in the St Stephen’s room to gather together and discuss plans for future Girlfriends events. Women age 18 to 108 are invited! Questions? Contact Mary Powers at marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349.
A New Treat for Catechism Nights Message from Father Ed: I would like to encourage all to deepen their knowledge and love of our Catholic faith through what is considered by many as the best 'Catechism' they have ever seen. I'm referring to the new Catholicism DVD series by Father Robert Barron (who was my Academic Advisor at Mundelein Seminary). We will start on Wednesday, Oct 5th, at 7:30 PM. I recommend this series for those age 13 to 113! "This is the most important media project in the history of the Catholic Church in America. A stimulating and compelling exploration of the spiritual, moral, and intellectual riches of the Catholic world." - George Weigel, Biographer of Blessed John Paul II
Attention all Ushers and Helpers The Annual Ushers Dinner will be Friday, Oct 7, at 6 PM. Please sign-up in the back of the Church. For more info, please contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521) or Bob Ball (425-271-8182).
Widow/Widowers Bunko and Potluck on Saturday, Oct 8 beginning at 6:30 PM. Cost is $3/person. For more info or to RSVP, contact Hilda at 253-638-1815.
Eucharistic Minister Training Eucharistic Ministers provide an important ministry by assisting the priest with distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to the parish community. If you are a Confirmed Catholic and interested in serving as a Eucharistic Minister, please join us at one of the upcoming Eucharistic Minister Trainings on Saturday, Oct 8 at 9 AM or Sunday, Oct 9 at 9:30 AM. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve at one mass of your choosing each month. Please sign-up at the back of the church or by contacting Mary Kay Elsner at 253-630-3607 or mmelsner@comcast.net.
Africa Mission Presentation On Sunday, Oct 2 at 9:45 AM, a video of the December 2010 mission trip to Uganda and Kenya will be presented along with information about the upcoming mission trip next August! Please plan on attending in between the two morning masses that Sunday. For more information contact Diane Cooper at 425-652-1445 or imdcooper@comcast.net.
Save the Date for the Oktoberfest Dinner The Honduras/Africa Mission teams are sponsoring an Oktoberfest Dinner festival on Saturday, Oct 15th in St. Stephen’s Social Hall. The festival will include: live music, authentic German food, locally brewed beer, a raffle and silent auction, and a festive atmosphere. All proceeds from the event will be used to support the children of Honduras and Africa. Please mark your calendars and watch upcoming bulletins for more details.
Couples Night Out with Guest Speaker Dr. Tom Curran St. Stephen's is hosting a Couples Night Out dinner event Saturday, Oct 8 at 6 PM. The evening begins with dinner at 6 PM, followed by a presentation by Dr. Tom Curran at 7 PM titled, “Marriage: A Gift from God.” Come and learn the secret to a great marriage and discover what will forever change how you view your marriage, spouse, and yourself. The cost is $20/couple; and childcare is available with a reservation. To register for the event, contact cyndebosshart@gmail.com; to make a childcare reservation, contact Brigitte (425-351-5518 or ststephenschildcare@gmail.com). Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct 5.
Seattle Council of Catholic Women The Central Deanery (King County) of the Seattle Council of Catholic Women are hosting a light Supper and Guest Speakers on Thursday, Sept 29, at 5 PM at Holy Family, Auburn. The topic will be "The Dignity of Dying, Practical and Spiritual Considerations". Business meeting, pre & post program will include the Treasurer & Secretary elections and Call to Annual Convention. Please RSVP to Sue (253-833-3380 or lorimar1915@hotmail.com).
Food Bank Hours: Monday & Friday 10 AM - 12 PM and Wednesday 4 - 6 PM. Please Help! The food bank espeically needs fruit (canned, fresh or dried), pastas, soups, pancake mix, syrup and vegetables.
Donations Wanted Please contact us if you have an automobile, truck or adult bicycle that you can donate (tax receipt available).
Great News! A Hoveround (riding chair) and electric hospital bed have been donated to St. Stephens and are available for use. If interested in borrowing, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
September 19 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
10:00 – noon Facilities & Grounds
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
7:00p – 9:00p Girl Friends Book Club
September 20 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a – noon Scripture Study
6:00p – 8:00p Baptism Class
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Scripture Study
7:30p – 9:00p Knights of Columbus
September 21 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 – 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p – 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p – 9:00p Choir Practice
7:30p – 9:00p Catechism Class
September 22 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a – 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p Finance Council
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
September 23 Friday
8:30a – 9:15a MASS
9:00a – 10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
September 24 Saturday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:00a – 1:00p New Roman Missal Class
10:00a – noon Blood Drive
1:00p – 4:00p Blood Drive
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
6:00p – 9:00p Girl Friends Craft Group
September 25 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a – 10:45a Preschool
11:00 – noon MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
September 11th, 2011
Eucharistic Minister Training Eucharistic Ministers provide an important ministry by assisting the priest with distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to the parish community. If you are a Confirmed Catholic and interested in serving as a Eucharistic Minister, please join us at one of the upcoming Eucharistic Minister Trainings on Saturday, Oct 8 at 9 AM or Sunday, Oct 9 at 9:30 AM. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve at one mass of your choosing each month. Please sign-up at the back of the church or by contacting Mary Kay Elsner at 253-630-3607 or mmelsner@comcast.net.
RCIA - Those who are “cradle Catholics” and baptized as infants never experienced the richness of learning as adults the wonder of being Catholic. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process designed to welcome adults into the Catholic Church. Participants learn about the Mass, Sacraments, moral and Catholic social teaching and much more. If you would like to enrich your faith, RCIA will be starting on Thursday, Sept 8 at 7 PM. Come with a friend, Catholic or not, and let your faith grow! Contact Cynde Bosshart to sign up!
What is a "Returning Catholic"? - Do you have a friend who asks you questions about the Catholic Church and you don't know the answers? Did you grow up before or with Vatican II, but no clarity on how it impacts your beliefs? Many people are raised Catholic but for a variety of reasons, quit attending Church. In order to feel better connected and to update them on current Church teaching, we have a process called Returning Catholics. This class also serves to prepare those who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirm-ation as an adult. Our next series begins on Wednesday, Sept 14th at 7 PM in the Outreach Annex. Contact Cynde Bosshart to sign up.
Getting Married? - If you are considering having your wedding at St. Stephen’s, please contact Sara Hoffman in the Faith Formation Offices as soon as possible.There is a significant amount of preparation including classes you will need to attend and documents to be gathered. You will need to contact St. Stephen’s no later then 8 Months before your wedding to ensure everything gets done on time!
Calling Moms with Children of All Ages and Stages! The motherhood ministry at St. Stephen is now called beC.O.M.E. (Call of Motherhood Explored). We meet Wednesdays from 10 -11:30 AM beginning this Wednesday, Sept 14. Childcare is available beginning at 9 AM, for those wanting to attend Adoration in the Chapel beforehand. For more info about the group or childcare arrangements, please contact Abbie DeRuyter (abbiederuyter@gmail.com or 253-277-3891). An annual $30 membership fee contributes to the cost of materials and guest speakers (scholarships are available).
The Visitation Guild will be returning to its regular meeting schedule beginning Wednesday, Sept 14, at 9:45 AM. Meetings are held downstairs in the social hall. In addition to its primary mission of serving refreshments for funerals, the Visitation Guild also has an active social calendar. All ladies of the parish are welcome to participate, and we look forward to seeing both new and returning faces!
Calling Boys and Girls, Ages 10-14 The Knights of Columbus annual Soccer “Penalty-Kick” Challenge will begin with the Council Championship Saturday, Sept 17, at 9:30 AM, at Renton High School's soccer field, followed by the District Championship on Saturday, Sept 24, at 9:30 AM at St. Stephen's Church campus. Please call Deputy Grand Knight Bob Lowenstein at 206-890-5251 to register. Thank you.
“All Hands on Deck” Pro-life Gala The Pro-life organization, Healing the Culture, and Fr. Robert Spitzer, former Gonzaga University president and Healing the Culture co-founder, invite you to attend a fundraising event Saturday, Sept 17, at the Bellevue Embassy Suites. For more information on Healing the Culture, its programs or the Pro-life Gala event, visit healingtheculture.com.
Blood Drive The Knights of Columbus and Puget Sound Blood Center are proud to announce the return of the Mobile Unit Blood Drive on Saturday, Sept 24, from 10 AM-4 PM (closed from 12-1PM) in St. Stephen's lower parking lot. To schedule your own appointment visit: www.psbc.org/programs/drive.asp?URL=1840. For more information call Cindy Mortimer at 253-939-6566.
Africa Mission Presentation On Sunday, Oct 2 at 9:45 AM, a video of the December 2010 mission trip to Uganda and Kenya will be presented along with information about the upcoming mission trip next August! Please plan on attending in between the two morning masses that Sunday. For more information contact Diane Cooper at 425-652-1445 or imdcooper@comcast.net.
Seattle Council of Catholic Women The Central Deanery (King County) of the Seattle Council of Catholic Women are hosting a light Supper and Guest Speakers on Thursday, Sept 29, at 5 PM at Holy Family, Auburn. The topic will be "The Dignity of Dying, Practical and Spiritual Considerations". Business meeting, pre & post program will include the Treasurer & Secretary elections and Call to Annual Convention. Please RSVP to Sue (939-2155 253-833-3380 or lorimar1915@hotmail.com)
Help End Abortion Are you about to recycle your old iPad? Please consider selling it to the St. Stephen Respect Life Committee; we will use it to display images of babies to mothers at their own stages of pregnan-cy. For more info or if you can help, please contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com or 425-235-4911)
The St. Stephen Job Assistance Ministry is gearing-up to help our fellow parishioners with career counseling and help returning to the work force.This new, permanent ministry is being formed to offer a job bank and resume services, and provide education on understanding the job search process; how to use the internet to find jobs; and how to do an interview. We will also provide networking opportunities, mentoring, and support (including prayer support). We need volunteers with experience in any of the above areas to help launch this program. We also need unemployed volunteers who are looking for work to join this ministry in helping others as you help yourself. For more info, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
Donations Wanted Please contact us if you have an automobile, truck or adult bicycle that you can donate (tax receipt available).
Great News! A Hoveround (riding chair) and electric hospital bed have been donated to St. Stephens and are available for use. If interested in borrowing, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
St. Stephen Housing Association would love your support! This is the time of year when many employers hold their Annual Giving Campaigns, and many also have gift-matching programs. Please consider making a one-time gift or author-izing a regular payroll deduction. We are a 501(c)3 program, so your donation is tax-deductible. Did you know on an average night over 8,000 men, women, and children in King County are homeless? SSHA offers affordable housing to homeless families with children. Together, we can make a difference by designating your gift to the SSHA. For those of you already giving, we appreciate your continued support! Questions? Please call our office at 253-638-9798.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) “Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God.” Don’t let the world’s way tear your marriage apart. Plan to attend one of the upcoming WWME Weekends on Sept 9 - 11 in Centralia (contact John and Martha Ryland at 253-859-9174 or jmryland@comcast.net) or Oct 7 - 9 in Seattle (contact Rory and Dawn Myers at 206-772-2344 or seattlewwme@yahoo.com).
September 12 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
September 13 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a-12:00p Scripture Study
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Stephen Ministry
September 14 Wednesday
8:30a –9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:45a-12:00p Visitation Guild
10:00 -11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p –6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p --7:00p MASS
7:00p –9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p –9:00p Choir Practice
September 15 Thursday
8:30a –9:00a MASS
9:00a –3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:00p –9:00p ACCW
7:00p –8:30p Boy Scout Committee
7:00p –7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p –9:00p RCIA
September 16 Friday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a -10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a –3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
6:00p –9:00p 50+ Potluck
September 17 Saturday
8:00a-10:00a SSM Men's Group
8:30a-9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a–3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
3:00p–4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p–6:00p Vigil MASS
September 18 Sunday
8:30a –9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
11:00-12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
1:00p—3:00p Grief Support
5:30p –6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p –9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
RCIA - Those who are “cradle Catholics” and baptized as infants never experienced the richness of learning as adults the wonder of being Catholic. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process designed to welcome adults into the Catholic Church. Participants learn about the Mass, Sacraments, moral and Catholic social teaching and much more. If you would like to enrich your faith, RCIA will be starting on Thursday, Sept 8 at 7 PM. Come with a friend, Catholic or not, and let your faith grow! Contact Cynde Bosshart to sign up!
What is a "Returning Catholic"? - Do you have a friend who asks you questions about the Catholic Church and you don't know the answers? Did you grow up before or with Vatican II, but no clarity on how it impacts your beliefs? Many people are raised Catholic but for a variety of reasons, quit attending Church. In order to feel better connected and to update them on current Church teaching, we have a process called Returning Catholics. This class also serves to prepare those who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirm-ation as an adult. Our next series begins on Wednesday, Sept 14th at 7 PM in the Outreach Annex. Contact Cynde Bosshart to sign up.
Getting Married? - If you are considering having your wedding at St. Stephen’s, please contact Sara Hoffman in the Faith Formation Offices as soon as possible.There is a significant amount of preparation including classes you will need to attend and documents to be gathered. You will need to contact St. Stephen’s no later then 8 Months before your wedding to ensure everything gets done on time!
Calling Moms with Children of All Ages and Stages! The motherhood ministry at St. Stephen is now called beC.O.M.E. (Call of Motherhood Explored). We meet Wednesdays from 10 -11:30 AM beginning this Wednesday, Sept 14. Childcare is available beginning at 9 AM, for those wanting to attend Adoration in the Chapel beforehand. For more info about the group or childcare arrangements, please contact Abbie DeRuyter (abbiederuyter@gmail.com or 253-277-3891). An annual $30 membership fee contributes to the cost of materials and guest speakers (scholarships are available).
The Visitation Guild will be returning to its regular meeting schedule beginning Wednesday, Sept 14, at 9:45 AM. Meetings are held downstairs in the social hall. In addition to its primary mission of serving refreshments for funerals, the Visitation Guild also has an active social calendar. All ladies of the parish are welcome to participate, and we look forward to seeing both new and returning faces!
Calling Boys and Girls, Ages 10-14 The Knights of Columbus annual Soccer “Penalty-Kick” Challenge will begin with the Council Championship Saturday, Sept 17, at 9:30 AM, at Renton High School's soccer field, followed by the District Championship on Saturday, Sept 24, at 9:30 AM at St. Stephen's Church campus. Please call Deputy Grand Knight Bob Lowenstein at 206-890-5251 to register. Thank you.
“All Hands on Deck” Pro-life Gala The Pro-life organization, Healing the Culture, and Fr. Robert Spitzer, former Gonzaga University president and Healing the Culture co-founder, invite you to attend a fundraising event Saturday, Sept 17, at the Bellevue Embassy Suites. For more information on Healing the Culture, its programs or the Pro-life Gala event, visit healingtheculture.com.
Blood Drive The Knights of Columbus and Puget Sound Blood Center are proud to announce the return of the Mobile Unit Blood Drive on Saturday, Sept 24, from 10 AM-4 PM (closed from 12-1PM) in St. Stephen's lower parking lot. To schedule your own appointment visit: www.psbc.org/programs/drive.asp?URL=1840. For more information call Cindy Mortimer at 253-939-6566.
Africa Mission Presentation On Sunday, Oct 2 at 9:45 AM, a video of the December 2010 mission trip to Uganda and Kenya will be presented along with information about the upcoming mission trip next August! Please plan on attending in between the two morning masses that Sunday. For more information contact Diane Cooper at 425-652-1445 or imdcooper@comcast.net.
Seattle Council of Catholic Women The Central Deanery (King County) of the Seattle Council of Catholic Women are hosting a light Supper and Guest Speakers on Thursday, Sept 29, at 5 PM at Holy Family, Auburn. The topic will be "The Dignity of Dying, Practical and Spiritual Considerations". Business meeting, pre & post program will include the Treasurer & Secretary elections and Call to Annual Convention. Please RSVP to Sue (939-2155 253-833-3380 or lorimar1915@hotmail.com)
Help End Abortion Are you about to recycle your old iPad? Please consider selling it to the St. Stephen Respect Life Committee; we will use it to display images of babies to mothers at their own stages of pregnan-cy. For more info or if you can help, please contact Mary (StStephenChoosesLife@yahoo.com or 425-235-4911)
The St. Stephen Job Assistance Ministry is gearing-up to help our fellow parishioners with career counseling and help returning to the work force.This new, permanent ministry is being formed to offer a job bank and resume services, and provide education on understanding the job search process; how to use the internet to find jobs; and how to do an interview. We will also provide networking opportunities, mentoring, and support (including prayer support). We need volunteers with experience in any of the above areas to help launch this program. We also need unemployed volunteers who are looking for work to join this ministry in helping others as you help yourself. For more info, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
Donations Wanted Please contact us if you have an automobile, truck or adult bicycle that you can donate (tax receipt available).
Great News! A Hoveround (riding chair) and electric hospital bed have been donated to St. Stephens and are available for use. If interested in borrowing, contact Darlene at 253-631-1940, x119 or darsimpson@gmail.com.
St. Stephen Housing Association would love your support! This is the time of year when many employers hold their Annual Giving Campaigns, and many also have gift-matching programs. Please consider making a one-time gift or author-izing a regular payroll deduction. We are a 501(c)3 program, so your donation is tax-deductible. Did you know on an average night over 8,000 men, women, and children in King County are homeless? SSHA offers affordable housing to homeless families with children. Together, we can make a difference by designating your gift to the SSHA. For those of you already giving, we appreciate your continued support! Questions? Please call our office at 253-638-9798.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) “Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God.” Don’t let the world’s way tear your marriage apart. Plan to attend one of the upcoming WWME Weekends on Sept 9 - 11 in Centralia (contact John and Martha Ryland at 253-859-9174 or jmryland@comcast.net) or Oct 7 - 9 in Seattle (contact Rory and Dawn Myers at 206-772-2344 or seattlewwme@yahoo.com).
September 12 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
September 13 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:30a-12:00p Scripture Study
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
7:00p – 9:00p Stephen Ministry
September 14 Wednesday
8:30a –9:00a Morning Prayer and Rosary
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:45a-12:00p Visitation Guild
10:00 -11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p –6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p --7:00p MASS
7:00p –9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p –9:00p Choir Practice
September 15 Thursday
8:30a –9:00a MASS
9:00a –3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:00p –9:00p ACCW
7:00p –8:30p Boy Scout Committee
7:00p –7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p –9:00p RCIA
September 16 Friday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a -10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a –3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
6:00p –9:00p 50+ Potluck
September 17 Saturday
8:00a-10:00a SSM Men's Group
8:30a-9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a–3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
3:00p–4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p–6:00p Vigil MASS
September 18 Sunday
8:30a –9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
11:00-12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
1:00p—3:00p Grief Support
5:30p –6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p –9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
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