April 16, 2021
Knights of Columbus Food Drive, Sunday, April 18
The Knights of Columbus will be holding their second food drive this Sunday, between 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the Church parking lot. The theme will be April Showers, so please bring food items beginning with the letter “S” (Spam, spaghetti sauce, etc.) Drive into the parking lot and look for the two canopies. You won’t even need to get out of your car! Cash or checks also graciously accepted!
Men's Conference April 23-24 in Bothell
Please join us at St. Brendan's Catholic Church in Bothell for our annual "Iron Sharpens Iron" Catholic Men's Conference: http://www.seattlemensconference.org/
on Saturday April 24th. A bonus this year is an additional talk on the evening of Friday, April 23rd at 7 pm. Our keynote speaker this year is Fr. Robert Spitzer, who will speak on the Eucharist, the battle with Satan that every man faces, and on the Holy Shroud of Turin.Sign up early to guarantee your spot:
https://cdn.jotfor.ms/saint.brendan.catholic/iron-sharpens-iron-mens-conference-
Please note! Due to State and Archdiocesan guidelines, in person attendance is limited. However the conference will also be live-streamed at no cost.
on Saturday April 24th. A bonus this year is an additional talk on the evening of Friday, April 23rd at 7 pm. Our keynote speaker this year is Fr. Robert Spitzer, who will speak on the Eucharist, the battle with Satan that every man faces, and on the Holy Shroud of Turin.Sign up early to guarantee your spot:
https://cdn.jotfor.ms/saint.brendan.catholic/iron-sharpens-iron-mens-conference-
Please note! Due to State and Archdiocesan guidelines, in person attendance is limited. However the conference will also be live-streamed at no cost.
Volunteer Opportunities
* Water the Easter flowers and plants twice a week until flowers are spent.
* Wash, iron, and organize Altar Server garments. This is an ongoing need.
Email sstm.liturgy@gmail.com to volunteer. These jobs may be shared.
* Wash, iron, and organize Altar Server garments. This is an ongoing need.
Email sstm.liturgy@gmail.com to volunteer. These jobs may be shared.
Living the Gospel of Life
The prophetic papal encyclical Evangelium vitae (The Gospel of Life) was written by Pope St. John Paul II in 1995 to reaffirm the value and inviolability of every human life and to appeal to all people to respect, protect, love, and serve every human life.
For a brief overview of this important document go to https://ststephenslife.com/respect-life to read (download) and discern on how you might be called to take part in this ministry. Our next Respect Life meeting will take place on April 22, 7:00 pm in the Church workroom with covid-19 guidelines in place.
For a brief overview of this important document go to https://ststephenslife.com/respect-life to read (download) and discern on how you might be called to take part in this ministry. Our next Respect Life meeting will take place on April 22, 7:00 pm in the Church workroom with covid-19 guidelines in place.
Gabriel Angels and PREPARES
Gabriel Angels and PREPARES Companions continue Walking with Moms. We are serving 9 families, with 27 children including a preemie, 6 babies and 5 toddlers and their siblings. Our greatest need in diapers is size 5 and soon toddler pullups as they toilet train. Although we have boxed clothes from newborn to 36 months, we were not prepared for the preemie who needs such tiny outfits. We are grateful for those who supply gift certificates and laundry & other household cleaners. If you wish to volunteer contact "Roberta Jorgensen" <Robertajorgensen@comcast.net> or Kathleen Tansey/cell 253-653-6074
Grief Ministry April 18
If you are grieving the death of a loved one, come find strength and compassion with the St. Stephen’s Virtual Grief Support Group on Sunday, April 18th from 1:00-2:30 pm. Our topic will be “The Meaning of Healing / The Paradox of Acceptance”. For more information and to register, please contact Sharon Rasmussen at srasmussen910@yahoo.com. “And He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to perform healing.” Luke 9:2
Pastoral Plan Survey
All Catholics are invited to provide feedback on the Archdiocesan Pastoral Plan draft
To read and give feedback click the image.,
To read and give feedback click the image.,
Help Us Update Our Records!
It has become evident that our parish database is in dire need of an update! So many folks have changed their contact information or had children that our records are now inaccurate or incomplete. Please click the image to go directly to our online update form.
St Stephen's Now Livestreaming on Vimeo!
Our livestream broadcasts have recently been upgraded with the addition of the video hosting service, Vimeo. Click the image above or visit https://www.ststephenslife.com/holy-mass-live-stream where you can enjoy Mass and devotions live, within a media player right on our parish website (yes, you can expand to full screen). Want to watch yesterday's Mass? In our new Vimeo player the liturgy won't be interrupted with commercials! Still a big Facebook or Youtube fan? No worries; our liturgies will continue to be simulcast to those platforms as well.
Little Saints Preschool
Registration for Little Saints Preschool for the 2021-2022 school year is underway! The Mon/ Wed/Fri 3's & 4's class is already full but there are still openings in the Tuesday/Thursday 3's class and the Monday-Thursday Pre-K class. Pick up a form in the kiosk by the windows near the parish office and send to: Abbie Nelson, Little Saints Preschool, St. Stephen the Martyr, 13055 SE 192nd St. Renton, WA 98058 or sstm.littlesaints@gmail.com. We anticipate being back to our full schedule beginning in September! If you have any questions, email Abbie at sstm.littlesaints@gmail.com.
Welcome Video Reviews Details for Coming to Mass
Please click the image above for a video discussing details for attending Mass at St Stephen the Martyr.
Holy Land Olive Wood
We are happy to have Bethlehem Olive Wood carvings available for sale this weekend only. One hour before and after Saturday evening Mass and after Sunday morning Masses until 3pm. The Olive Wood will be located downstairs in the classroom wing, rooms 128/129 so to maintain safe distancing. We appreciate your support of the families who are living in the Holy Land.
Please Continue Your Financial Support
The restrictions on public Masses have seriously impacted our weekly collections. Like most parishes, 90% of our revenue comes from the generous support of our faith community. This generosity supports the many ministries of the church as well as maintenance of the building and grounds, utilities, insurance, and payroll. Please remember our parish in your prayers and by making your regular donation. You may donate through the mail or via electronic giving by clicking here.
Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
If your loved one is in need of anointing, please call the St. Stephens parish office to make arrangements for Fr. Ed to visit. If the person in need of anointing has or is suspected of having COVID-19, we will assist you in connecting with one of the dedicated Priests the Archdiocese has commissioned to administer sacraments to COVID-19 patients.
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