Weekly Parish Newsletter - Friday, Oct. 16, 2020
Parish Secretary Position Open
With Kellie’s recent resignation of her position, please let us know if you or someone you know would be interested in being the secretary of the Catholic Parishes of South Stevens County. Contact the office or Fr. Mike. Thank you!
Annual Catholic Appeal 2020
Last weekend was ACA Commitment Weekend for the Diocese of Spokane. The goals set up by the Diocese for each of our parishes are:
St. Mary’s (Chewelah) $35,137
Sacred Heart (Springdale) $2,936
Holy Ghost (Valley) $5,994.
If each parish household participates, we can surely reach our goal. Once each parish surpasses their goal, 100% of the overage is returned back to the parish. By now you should have received the ACA materials in the mail (although there was a Post Office delay) from Bishop Daly and we ask that you respond with a generous spirit. Mail in your ACA envelopes or drop them off in the collection basket for us to return to the Diocese of Spokane. You can also go online to dioceseofspokane.org/give
Safe Environment Annual Training Now Available
The Safe Environment Annual Online Training Update is now available to those who volunteer with children under 18 in our parish. Please log in to your VIRTUS account and complete the training. If you have any issues, contact that office. Thank you!
By Fr. Mike Ishida
Father's Corner Week of Oct. 18
Covid, hurricanes, riots, fires need I add more to the list of a scary 2020? There are times when God is speaking to us through current events saying turn to me. Don’t forget me. Remember, God didn’t abandon us after the ascension, he’s still here guiding events until he returns. Look at the Eucharist, the actual physical presence of Jesus Christ in the form of Bread and Wine. It’s no symbol he’s really there. So remember, even if things seem dark, turn to God and ask for his protection and help. –Fr. Mike
Confessions
Saturdays at St. Mary's 2:30-3:30 pm
NEW Wednesdays at St. Mary's 5:30-6:30 pm
Fr. Mike is now available for Confessions every Saturday from 2:30-3:30 pm at St. Mary of the Rosary, and every Wednesday at 5:30-6:30 pm . If confessions are face-to-face, please wear a face covering. You can also schedule Confession by appointment. Contact Fr. Mike at 935-4106 or email mishida@dioceseofspokane.org
Sacred Heart Saturday Mass Schedule
There is Mass at Sacred Heart Oct. 17
Mass is celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month at at 6:00 pm.
8 am Sunday Mass Schedule
Masses every Sunday at Holy Ghost
St. Joseph’s at Jump off Joe is closed for the season and 8 am masses will be every Sunday at Holy Ghost in Valley..
Connect With Us!
Office Hours have resumed: Tuesday through Friday 9 AM - NOON
Contact the office at 509-935-8028 or southstevens@dioceseofspokane.org
Contact Fr. Mike Ishida at 935-4106 or mishida@dioceseofspokane.org
Email Secretary Kellie Trudeau at ktrudeau@dioceseofspokane.org
Follow us on Facebook or Visit our website for all the updated information in one place (including Sunday and Daily Mass schedules) www.chewelahcatholic.org
Everything Helps!
We could still use your help if you would like to donate to our parishes! Any donations are welcome!
Just mail a check (payable to the parish of your choice) to:
St. Mary of the Rosary
PO Box 26
Chewelah, WA 99109
Thank you for your support! Please let us know if you have any questions regarding anything in this newsletter or anything else you might want to add to Flocknote newsletters. Thank you!
St. Mary of the Rosary
PO Box 26
Chewelah, WA 99109
Thank you for your support! Please let us know if you have any questions regarding anything in this newsletter or anything else you might want to add to Flocknote newsletters. Thank you!