Wednesday, October 26, 2011

October 30th, 2011

24-Hour Adoration/Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place the first Friday-Saturday of every month. The next opportunity is from 9 AM on Friday, November 4 until 3 PM on Saturday, November 5. Please consider making a Holy Hour in Adoration of our Lord Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. We all come to Jesus with our praises, our thanksgivings, and our needs. Please sign-up for your favorite time(s) on the board by the Chapel doors. Questions? Contact Bernie Wittgens (253-631-5560).

1st Mission Meeting: Sunday, Oct 30th at 5pm in the Chapel. There has been a small change for this next summer. YNIA is only offering a single week in Yakima (not the usual two). For this reason, a signed agreement form, and payment of the deposit (or conversation with Rick) are REQUIRED to reserve your spot! You will not be considered part of the mission team without it!

Mission to Yakima Pancake Breakfast November 13th after all morning Masses!

Reconciliation Retreat November 16th - REQUIRED for all students and their parents making 1st Reconciliation in December

Sr. High Youth Convention - November 5th/6th NEXT WEEKEND! Required for those in Confirmation class!

We continue with the Catholicism DVD Series on Wednesday, Nov 2 at 7:30 PM in the Church. The subject for this class is, “The Ineffable Mystery of God: That Than Which Nothing Greater Can Be Thought".  Please join us for Mass at 6:30 PM, followed by snacks, and then class at 7:30 PM. Our next classes will be: Nov 16 and Dec 7.

Come to a Gathering to Remember Your Loved One Those of us who have experienced the loss of a loved one will gather together on All Souls Day (Wednesday, Nov 2) from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM by the Baptismal Fount in the Church. Our presenter will be Jane Fleming, a professional Grief Counselor, from Providence Hospice of Seattle. Please bring a picture or memento of your loved one. A luncheon will be served in the Narthex. Please rsvp to Marijean Heutmaker (253-630-1940, X106, or mariheautmaker@gmail.com)

South King County Young Adults is a new opportunity for you to network with other Catholic young adults in the area! Open to all 18-35 year olds (single or married). We meet monthly on 2nd Saturdays, alternating among different local parishes. Join us on Saturday, Nov 12, here at St. Stephen's. Fr. Ed will be our guest speaker and will be sharing his conversion story. Please RSVP by 11/8 to skcya.group@gmail.com or via our Facebook page: SKCYA (South King Catholic Young Adults).

Thank you to everyone who made and/or donated Rosaries in answer to our plea. Your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated. We will happily receive your Rosaries all year long, as we give them to parishioners, Nursing Homes patients, those we serve through our Mission in Honduras, and to many others. You may bring your Rosaries to the office anytime- Father Ed blesses them all before they are given out. Thank you again!

Join the St. Stephen's Christmas Choir You are invited to prayerfully consider joining the St. Stephen’s Music Ministry to sing at the 8:30 AM Mass for Christmas. This adult choir will begin rehearsals on Wednesday, Nov 9 at 7:15 PM in the Church. Come celebrate the Birth of Christ with song! Contact John Burton or Marijean Heutmaker (253-631-1940, X 106 or mariheutmaker@gmail.com) so we can count you in our music preparation.

2011 Adopt-A-Family for Christmas Program The St. Stephen Housing Association (SSHA) currently has 20 families living in our transitional housing. Coming from a homeless shelter, these families are very limited financially and may not be able to purchase Christmas gifts for their families. To help brighten their lives, we have an Adopt-A-Family Program where we request our parishioners to sponsor a family with modest gifts for Christmas. If you cannot afford to sponsor an entire family, maybe you can help a child or two; or, your financial donation of any amount will be combined with others to make this a very Merry Christmas! Please consider donating to this program; contact Barbara Brownlow (425-228-0541) for more information.

Blanket Drive This month, SSHA is hosting a blanket drive!  We need new or gently used blankets for twin and full sized beds. Donations may be dropped off in the box located in the Narthex or at our office in the Outreach Annex. Please contact us (253-638-9798) with any questions. Thank you for your generosity!

Join the Lit & Latte Girl Group (Girlfriends Book Club) on Thursday, November 3 at 7 PM in the St Stephen's Room. We will discuss “Oxygen” by Carol Cassella. Please contact Mary Powers (marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349) with questions.

Attention All Military Veterans and Active Duty Personnel Local school assemblies are held in honor of all Military Veterans and many of us Veterans who are members at St. Stephen will attend. Details will be in next weekend's bulletin or contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521).

Advent Retreat: Carrying God Witihin This retreat will include Eucharist, presentations, reflection time, and sharing. Please bring your bible. Presented by Sr. Carol Ann Warnke, OSF. Saturday, Dec 3 from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM at the St. Ann Home (6602 S. Alaska St., Tacoma, WA 98408). Register by Nov 29 to 253-212-3127. $25 fee (coffee/tea provided but bring a lunch).

Advent Morning of Reflection at St. Stephen Before the hustle and bustle of the holidays, how about a morning of reflection, prayer, pondering and maybe re-imagining how to replace the hectic holidays with some sacred space? Deacon Bill Eckert will return on Saturday, November 19, from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM for our annual Advent Morning of Reflection. Mark your calendars now and sign-up in the Narthex for this timely event! Cost: Freewill offering.

Marriage Retreat The purpose of life is to get to Heaven, and to bring everyone with me that I can. What have I done to help bring me and my spouse to Heaven? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are Nov 18-20 in Centralia (more info: www.mrwwme.org, 253-859-9174) and Feb 24-26 in Seattle (wwwSeattleWWME.org, 206-772-2344). Early registration is strongly recommended.

Join the Widows & Widowers’ Group at Kentridge High School Theatre on Saturday, November 5 at 1:30 PM to see the musical, “Side Show”. Tickets are $8.00.  Call Danny Hodges at 425-572-6245 to sign up. 

October 31 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p Vigil MASS
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration

November 1 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:20a –11.45a Scripture Study
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
6:30p – 8:45p Scripture Study
7:00p – 7:30p MASS
7:30p – 9:00p Knight of Columbus

November 2 Wednesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00 – 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
11:00 – 1:00p Remembrance of the Dead
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 Confirmation Class
7:30p – 9:00p Catechism with Fr. Ed

November 3 Thursday
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a –3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:00a – 9:30a Safety Committee
11:00a – 1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
7:00p –7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p – 9:00p Pastoral Council
7:00p – 9:00p RCIA
7:00p – 9:00p Girlfriends Book Club

November 4 First Friday
8:30a – 9:15a MASS
9:00a –10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a –3p Sat Eucharistic Adoration

November 5 First Saturday
7:30a – 8:00a Morning Prayer
8:10a – 8:20a Benediction
8:30a – 9:00a MASS
9:00a Fri–3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00a –11:30a Council of Catholic Women
3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation
5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS
6:00p – 9:00p Girlfriends Crafts

November 6 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a –10:45a Preschool
10:00 –10:45a Youth Choir Practice
11:00 –12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:45p – 8:15p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

October 23rd, 2011

Confirmation Class this Wednesday! - Bring your Baptism Certificate and your sponsor’s proof of the Sacrament of Confirmation!


Youth Mission to Yakima - 1st Mission Meeting: Sunday, October 30th at 5pm in the Chapel. There has been a small change for this next summer. YNIA is only offering a single week in Yakima (not the usual two). For this reason, a signed agreement form, and payment of the deposit (or conversation with Rick) are REQUIRED to reserve your spot! You will not be considered part of the mission team without it!


Pancake Breakfast to Support the Youth Mission to Yakima will be Sunday November 13th after all morning masses!


Join Fr. Spitzer for a free, Pro-Life lecture and book signing on Thursday, November 3 at 7:00 PM at the University of Washington in Kane Hall 130. His new book, Ten Universal Principles, will be availabe at the event ($15 for one/$25 for two). For more information (and online book purchase), visit Healing the Culture’s website at www.healingtheculture.com.


Join the Widows & Widowers’ Group at Kentridge High School Theatre on Saturday, November 5 at 1:30 PM to see the musical, “Side Show”. Tickets are $8.00.  Call Danny Hodges at 425-572-6245 to sign up. 


Rosaries Needed October is the Month of the Holy Rosary and we would like to have rosaries, blessed by Fr. Ed, available at all Masses throughout the month. If you have 'extra ' rosaries or perhaps make rosaries (or know someone who does), your donation would be greatly appreciated to keep our supply replenished. Please bring them to the Parish Office. Thank you for your dedication to this wonderful ministry, which helps us all become closer to Jesus through the eyes of Our Blessed Mother.


Attention All Military Veterans and Active Duty Personnel Please be aware of our Veterans Day Holiday on November 11. Local school assemblies are held in honor of all Military Veterans, and many of us Veterans who are members at St. Stephen will attend. If you would like to join us, please watch the bulletin for more information or contact Wendell Pang (425-226-6521).


Advent Morning of Reflection Before the hustle and bustle of the holidays, how about a morning of reflection, prayer, pondering and maybe re-imagining how to replace the hectic holidays with some sacred space? Deacon Bill Eckert will return on Saturday, November 19, from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM for our annual Advent Morning of Reflection. Mark your calendars now and sign-up in the Narthex for this timely event! Cost: Freewill offering.


2011 Adopt-A-Family for Christmas Program The St. Stephen Housing Association (SSHA) currently has 20 families living in our transitional housing. Coming from a homeless shelter, these families are very limited financially and may not be able to purchase Christmas gifts for their families. To help brighten their lives, we have an Adopt-A-Family Program where we request our parishioners to sponsor a family with modest gifts for Christmas. If you cannot afford to sponsor an entire family, maybe you can help a child or two; or, your financial donation of any amount will be combined with others to make this a very Merry Christmas! Please consider donating to this program; contact Barbara Brownlow (425-228-0541) for more information.


Blanket Drive This month, SSHA is hosting a blanket drive!  We need new or gently used blankets for twin and full sized beds. Donations may be dropped off in the box located in the Narthex or at our office in the Outreach Annex. Please contact us (253-638-9798) with any questions. Thank you for your generosity!


Thank you - Vielen Dank - Gracias! The Honduras and African Mission Teams wish to thank everyone who participated in our Oktoberfest festivities, Raffle, and No-Bake Sale. We truly appreciated your generosity. Funds raised will support projects to enhance the lives of orphaned children in Honduras and Africa.


The French Toast Breakfast was a huge success! Thanks to all the volunteers, who achieved the momentum needed to produce the required results, and thanks to all guests, who waited patiently to be served.
Gracias - Obrigado - Merci - Hvala… Thank you!


Healing Mass at St. Anthony Thursday, October 27 at 7:30 PM. Presided by Fr. Glenn Parker, C.S.s.R. Sponsored by Western WA Catholic Charismatic Renewal. See http://www.wwccr.org/events/HM11_1027.pdf for more information.


Catholic Professionals of Seattle welcomes author and nationally-recognized radio host of Catholic Answers Live, Patrick Coffin, who will give a talk titled, “So You Want to Defend the Church?” on Friday, Nov 4, from 7:00 AM to 9:15 AM at the UW Catholic Newman Center. Members $20/Non-Members $35. Purchase tickets 48 hours in advance, online only: www.catholicprofessionalsofseattle.org. Learn more at our website or contact Sheldon Sweeney (425-941-1921).


Join the Lit & Latte Girl Group (Girlfriends Book Club) on Thursday, November 3 at 7 PM in the St Stephen's Room. We will discuss “Oxygen” by Carol Cassella. Please contact Mary Powers (marypowers@comcast.net or 253-797-0349) with questions.


October 24 Monday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:30p – 7:00p MASS
7:30p – 9:00p Catholic School Parents
7:00p – 8:00p Eucharistic Adoration
7:00p – 8:30p Boy Scout Troop 714
7:15p – 9:00p Respect Life

October 25 Tuesday
8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:20a –11.45a Scripture Study
6:00p – 6:30p Terrific Tuesday Dinner
6:30p – 8:00p Cub Scouts
6:30p – 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
6:30p – 8:45p Scripture Study
7:00p – 9:00p Stephen Ministry

October 26 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 Confirmation Class

October 27 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

October 28 Friday
8:30a – 9:15a MASS
9:00a –10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a – 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration

October 29 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 30 Sunday
8:30a – 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a – 10:45a Preschool
11:00a – 12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p – 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p – 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

October 16th, 2011

RCIA: Jesus said, “Repay Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” The Pharisees in today's Gospel flatter Jesus, and then pose a question they think will bring him down with the Roman authorities. Jesus turns their plotting into a teaching moment. Teaching moments is what RCIA is designed to do in bringing persons into the Catholic faith. If you would like to be part of this process, contact Cynde Bosshart at 253-631-1940, X104 or cyndebosshart@gmail.com.


Flu Shot Clinic Update: There was not enough interest to host a Flu Shot Clinic here at St. Stephen on Oct. 20 as originally suggested. Please contact your health care provider or local pharmacy to receive the flu shot this season. Thank you.


Mission 2012 is gearing up, and our first breakfast is coming up! There has been a small change for this next summer. YNIA is only offering a single week in Yakima (not the usual two). For this reason, a signed agreement form and payment of the deposit (or conversation with Rick) are REQUIRED to reserve your spot! You will not be considered part of the mission team without it!

First Grade Parents: Classes are required this year to be eligible for First Sacraments in 2nd grade!


Catholic Women will gather for Annual Seattle Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women's Convention on Friday, Oct 21 and Saturday, October 22 right here at St. Stephen! Childcare available on request. Come join us! This year's theme is, "We are the Light of the World." Visit us at www.SeattleACCW.org for more information.


Concert: Everyone is invited to come hear the Maureen Still Band, the vibrant life teen musicians from St. Louise (Bellevue) who sing about life today. Friday, Oct 21 at 7:00 PM, here at St. Stephen. $5 at the door. Childcare available on request (contact psj1350@comcast.net). Sponsored by the Seattle ACCW.


The next 'Catholicism' series DVD, by Fr. Robert Barron, will be shown after 6:30 PM Mass on Wednesday, October 19 in the Church. Even if you did not come to the first class, please join us for this stunning series. Our November class dates are the 2nd & 16th. For more info on the series, see http://www.catholicismseries.com. "In tying together art and culture, history and literature, beauty and truth, which is the wisdom- the timeless genius that CATHOLICISM is all about- he [Fr. Barron] does it magnificently. And this is just what we need in the Catholic Church today." - Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan, Archdiocese of New York


The St. Stephen's Youth Choir is about to begin a new season. We welcome all young singers in kindergarten through eighth grade, and would love to have you join us! The first rehearsal will be on Sunday, October 16, from 10:00-10:45 AM in the Chapel. (This is between the morning masses, so parents can enjoy a cup of coffee while they wait downstairs.) Upcoming rehearsals will be: 10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20, 12/4 and 12/18. We are preparing for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact Laurie Samora with questions at 253-631-3473 or at lauriegsam@comcast.net.


Rosaries Needed: October is the Month of the Holy Rosary and we would like to have rosaries, blessed by Fr. Ed, available at all Masses throughout the month. If you have 'extra ' rosaries or perhaps make rosaries (or know someone who does), your donation would be greatly appreciated to keep our supply replenished. Please bring them to the Parish Office. Thank you for your dedication to this wonderful ministry, which helps us all become closer to Jesus through the eyes of Our Blessed Mother.


50+ Potluck Canceled: Due to a scheduling conflict, the 50+ Potluck will not meet on Friday, Oct 21. The next potluck will be for Thanksgiving on Friday, Nov 18- the turkey will be provided. Call 253-852-6864 for more info.


October 17 Monday
8:30a - 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
10:00a -12:00p 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

October 18 Tuesday
8:30a - 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
9:20a -11:45a Scripture Study
6:00p - 6:30p Terrific Tuesday Dinner
6:30p - 8:30p Fil-Am Choir
6:30p - 8:45p Scripture Study
7:30p - 9:00p Knights of Columbus

October 19 Wednesday
8:30a - 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
10:00a - 11:30a beC.O.M.E.
5:30p - 6:00p Evening Prayer
6:00p - 7:15p Religious Education Classes (No GIFT)
6:30p - 7:00p MASS
7:00p - 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p - 9:00p Choir Practice
7:30p - 9:00p Catechism with Father Ed

October 20 Thursday (No Flu Shot Clinic)
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 RCIA
7:00p - 8:30p Boy Scout Committee
7:00p - 9:00p Stewardship Commission

October 21 Friday (No 50+ Potluck)
8:30a - 9:15a MASS
9:00a -10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
12:00p - 9:00p ACCW Convention & Concert

October 22 Saturday
8:30a - 8:00p ACCW Convention
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 23 Sunday
8:30a - 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a - 10:45a Preschool
10:00a - 10:45a Youth Choir Rehearsal
11:00 -12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
5:30p - 6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p - 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
6:45p - 8:30p Connections, Sr. High Life Teen

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

October 9th, 2011

1st Grade Parents- Classes are required this year to be eligible for First Sacraments in 2nd grade!

Sr. High Convention- Nov 5th/6th

Mission 2012- We are gearing up, and our first breakfast is coming up! There has been a small change for this next summer. YNIA is only offering a single week in Yakima (not the usual two). For this reason, a signed agreement form and payment of the deposit (or conversation with Rick) are REQUIRED to reserve your spot! You will not be considered part of the mission team without it!

Jr. High Quest- 7th/8th Graders, Oct 21/22

Catholic Women- We will gather for Annual Seattle Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women's Convention on Friday, Oct 21 and Saturday, October 22 right here at St. Stephen! Childcare available on request. Come join us! This year's theme is, "We are the Light of the World." Visit us at www.SeattleACCW.org for more information.

Concert- Everyone is invited to come hear the Maureen Still Band, the vibrant life teen musicians from St. Louise (Bellevue) who sing about life today. Friday, Oct 21 at 7:00 PM, here at St. Stephen. $5 at the door. Childcare available on request (contact psj1350@comcast.net). Sponsored by the Seattle ACCW.

Visitation Guild- We will meet Wednesday, Oct 12 in the downstairs social hall, with refreshments at 9:45 AM. The meeting will begin at 10:15 AM. DON'T FORGET to bring your donations for our military personnel serving in Afghanistan, including toothpaste, toothbrushes, and wet wipes. Please, no colognes or anything with a strong odor of any kind. Our Guild will provide shipping money for two boxes.

Help End Abortion-  St. Stephen's 2011 4US (for ultrasounds) donation campaign has ended. However, all 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" noted on the memo and mail to 4US, 401 North E St., Tacoma, WA 98403. More info at www.ststephens.us . Thank you for your support!

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.

RICA- The Gospel says that “Many are invited but few are chosen.” Again, Jesus is telling an “invitation parable”
that shows how his words of invitation fall on deaf ears. For several weeks, Jesus has been using the tool of parable to get his listeners to hearken to his words to participate fully and each time there is resistance. How resistant are you when you hear God’s call? Would you like to respond now and consider joining the Catholic Church? RCIA is designed to bring persons into the Catholic faith. If you would like to be part of this process, please contact Cynde Bosshart at 253-631-1940, X104 or cyndebosshart@gmail.com.

New Roman Missal- Changes in Worship Coming this Advent “Change” can be a most disconcerting word. Yet one would think that in this world of technology, we would be accustomed to it since not a day goes by without change happening. Our cell phones and computers are outdated when we purchase them, and still we resist change while striving to keep up. While we want our worship to remain the same, we also want it to be relevant. The changes in the liturgy that will begin in Advent are not sweeping, but are meant to heighten our sense of reverence and worship. They are to give dignity to the liturgy in a way that is less ordinary than our private devotions. While those are more intimate, our communal prayer on Sunday is intended to be a more formal celebration. May we be open to this way of praying with the new words.

Oktobefest at St. Stephen- It's not too late to purchase your Oktoberfest Dinner Tickets for next Saturday, October 15th! The fun will begin immediately following the 5:00 PM Mass. The evening will include authentic German food, beverages, entertainment, and a raffle of donated items; the winners of the “No Bake; Bake Sale” will also be announced. All proceeds benefit the children we will visit during our Honduras and Africa Mission trips in 2012. Tickets available after all weekend Masses in the Narthex (childcare on request). Contact Debbie (ddullenty@comcast.net or 206-755-6628) for more info.

St. Stephen's Youth Choir- We are about to begin a new season. We welcome all young singers in kindergarten through eighth grade, and would love to have you join us! The first rehearsal will be on Sunday, October 16, from 10:00-10:45 AM in the Chapel. (This is between the morning masses, so parents can enjoy a cup of coffee while they wait downstairs.) Upcoming rehearsals will be: 10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/20, 12/4 and 12/18. We are preparing for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Contact Laurie Samora with questions at 253-631-3473 or at lauriegsam@comcast.net.

October 10 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 11 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
7:00p - 9:00p Stephen Ministry

October 12 Wednesday
8:30a - 9:00a Morning Prayer & 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
6:00p - 7:15p Religious Education Classes
6:00p - 7:15p 1st Sacraments Parents (Mandatory)
6:30p - 7:00p MASS
7:00p - 9:00p Returning Catholics & Adult Confirmation
7:15p - 9:00p Choir Practice

October 13 Thursday
8:30a - 9:00a MASS
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
11:00a -1:00p Our Lady of Lourdes Prayer Group
6:45p - 9:00p Parish Leadership (dinner starts 6:15p)
7:00p - 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
7:00p - 9:00p RCIA

October 14 Friday
8:30a - 9:15a MASS
9:00a -10:00a Reconciliation
9:00a - 3:00p Eucharistic Adoration
6:30p - 9:00p Girl Scouts

October 15 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
6:00p -10:00p Oktoberfest

October 16 Sunday
8:30a - 9:30a MASS (Nursery open)
9:45a - 10:45a Preschool
11:00 - 12:00p MASS (Nursery open)
1:00p - 2:30p Grief Support
5:30p -6:30p Life Teen MASS (Nursery open)
6:30p - 9:00p Charismatic Prayer Group
6:45p - 8:30p Connections, Jr. & Sr. High Life Teen