January 16, 2020
Volunteer Opportunity
We will be taking down the Christmas decorations this Saturday starting at 9:15 AM and putting everything into the attic until next year. Can you spare an hour to help with this project? A huge thank you goes out to the many volunteers who contributed to our beautiful church and liturgies during the Christmas season!
A Short Course in Catholic Evangelization
7:00 PM January 28th, February 4th & 11th
Come for this three-session seminar to explore the truth regarding the Catholic approach to Sharing the Transforming Light of Christ! Evangelization is at it's heart relational - not just making converts, but inviting people into relationship with Christ and the Church by being in relationship with them themselves. Each 2-hour session combines two presentations, personal reflection, small group sharing and a break. Presentations explore the goal and the methods of Catholic evangelization, foundational attitudes and characteristics for effective evangelization, and the core Gospel message. No charge. Please RSVP at https://ststephenslife.com/how-to-share-your-faith Presented by Dr. Ron Ryan, Projects Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Seattle.
January Topic: St. Paul; Sharing the Transforming Light of Christ. Come hear about the life-changing conversion of St. Paul and his life of sharing the transforming light of Christ to the world!
March for Life January 21
See details of events of the day, a 60-second video describing the day (lower left). All going to Olympia (by bus or carpool) are urged to join the group meetings with their legislators. Stop at the Legislative Advocacy narthex table this weekend or download schedules for group meetings with legislators, suggested talking points for meetings, bus transportation options, and more at https://ststephenslife.com/march-for-life. Phone Mary 425.235.4911 to see if bus space remains available. Walk-ons welcome only if (limited) space permits.
Monday, January 20th, all are invited to a Candlelight Vigil: Remembering Unborn Babies after 6:30pm Mass Monday, with procession and Eucharistic Adoration until midnight in prayerful support of the March for Life in Olympia.
Hope for Housing Fundraiser!
St. Stephen Housing Association’s long awaited Hope for Housing fundraiser is happening Saturday, February 1st in the Social Hall. Tickets are available for $25 after all Masses the weekends of January 18/19 and 25/26, or online at ssha.eventbrite.com. Tickets can also be purchased for $30 at the door the night of the event. Join us for a night of music with Steve Olson, wine and appetizers, and the best silent auction around. All proceeds go toward helping homeless families get back on their feet. For more information please call 253-638-9798 or email at office@ststephenhousing.org.
Are you a Baptized Catholic Who has Never Received Confirmation?
Wouldn’t it be a blessing in your life to receive the GIFTS of the Holy Spirit through Confirmation? Adult Confirmation Sessions Begin January 23rd, 7-9 PM! To learn more about our Adult Confirmation program (adults over the age of 19) call or e-mail, Anne Merklin 253-631-1940, ext. 126, or sstmassociate@gmail.com.
Are You or Someone You Know Thinking of Returning to the Catholic Church?
While people become separated from active Catholic life for all kinds of reasons, but Christ extends His invitation of love for all to return home. Our parish community welcomes anyone looking to rediscover their Catholic Faith! It is our hope and prayer that you’ll feel welcome to join us for a time of rediscovery. Contact Bill Swedberg at billswedberg@gmail.com or 253-631-1940 ext 121 to learn about our group meetings beginning soon!
Apologies Are in Order!
Sorry to all for the errant test message which went out mistakenly to our whole Flocknote Community. Evidently, most of you are not named "Norm!"
- Bill Swedberg
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