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Weekend Masses: Saturday 5:00 PMSunday 8:30,11:00 & 5:30 PMReconciliation: Fridays 9:00-10:00 AMSaturdays 3:00-4:00 PMEucharistic Adoration See Calendar pg 2

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ,King of the UniverseNovember 24, 2019

Christ and the Good Thief - Titian 1566(Adapted)

Jesus, remember me... This is perfect prayer. It wins the good thief, known to tradition as St. Dismas, paradise. We should hope for thesame. Know that Jesus remembers you with love. He also re-members the Church as he restores all the members of HisBody to unity with one another, at least if they are willing. He never forces love. Love forced is not love. Please join me inprayer for the healing of the Church

Amazon Synod+ This article was delayed by more urgent matter of the desecration of the Blessed Sacrament that occurred at the end of October. Butthere is great concern over the state of the Church in light of the Amazon Synod. I want to dispel any worry about the future of the Church, espe-cially as regards Her doctrine. Here are my brief, hurried reflections on the matter. Any errors or lack of charity belong solely to me. As I stated previously, an essential truth of our Catholic faith is that the Holy Spirit is the guarantor of the Church. The Spirit protects theChurch from error. Even if a pope attempted to change an essential truth, he would be prevented from doing so. That's why I haven't been all thatworried, despite the hubbub and concerns raised by many pundits. The gates of hell, no matter how much Peter is sifted, shall not prevail. Still, there were some erroneous propositions that were bantered about by what I must call, irresponsible bishops. The one in charge ofthe synod bragged, "I've never baptized an indigenous person, nor will I." This practically negates our own baptism, refusing the truth annunciatedby Paul VI when he said that the Church exists "in order to evangelize." How tragic. I remember a story of a priest refusing baptism to a person outof "respect" for their non-Christian religion. Nemo dat, quod non habet. (You can't give what you ain't got.) I'll address two different categories of ecclesial concerns at the synod. One is doctrinal, the other disciplinary. Doctrine cannot bechanged, discipline can. The doctrinal concerns lay in syncretism, the belief that all religions are the same, worshipping one God, and any prefer-ence for Christianity is a form of bigotry. Any believer of their own religion should deny this. Why believe something if it is not the ultimate truth?Jesus said, quiet clearly, "I am the truth, the way and the life." Why would we believe or offer something different? The reverence given to native religions from the Amazon region was excessive, inclusive of prostrations given to the pachamama idols.Here is the Wikipedia definition given:

Pachamama is a goddess revered by the indigenous people of the Andes. She is also known as the earth/time mother. In Inca mythology,Pachamama is a fertility goddess who presides over planting and harvesting, embodies the mountains, and causes earthquakes. She isalso an ever-present and independent deity (my emphasis) who has her own self-sufficient and creative power to sustain life on thisearth. Her shrines are hallowed rocks, or the boles of legendary trees, and her artists envision her as an adult female bearing harvests ofpotatoes and coca leaves. The four cosmological Quechua principles – Water, Earth, Sun, and Moon – claim Pachamama as their primeorigin. Priests sacrifice llamas, cuy (guinea pigs), and elaborate, miniature, burned garments to her. Pachamama is the mother of Inti thesun god and Mama Killa the moon goddess. Pachamama is said to also be the wife of Inti, her son.

What is lost through such irresponsible efforts at ecumenism is a recovery of authentic appreciation of creation. Scripture gives us a better con-text:

Sun and moon, bless the Lord; praise and exalt him above all forever. All you beasts, wild and tame, bless the Lord; praise and exalt himabove all forever. (Daniel 3: 62, 81)Creation points and glorifies the creator. Those who live closer to nature often reflect a deeper appreciation of this. True enculturation capturesthis, and discards what is pantheism, the worship of creation in itself. Secondarily, the synod dealt with the question of a married clergy in the Amazon. This is a matter of discipline. The bishops, if convincedof the need, could change this today. It might create lots of confusion, but that is a pastoral issue, not a theological one. We have many marriedpriests, both in the Eastern Rites as well as the converts from Protestantism. The value of the Latin Rite retaining mandatory celibacy remains apastoral question that only Her pastors (the bishops) can resolve. The confusion that was fostered by the Synod is likely to discredit any attempt to improve humanity's relationship with the blessing of cre-ation and indigenous peoples. There is much to be done here, but we have yet to see anything substantial that will contribute to an appropriateappreciation of creation and the peoples whose lives depend on it. Full circle, only the Holy Spirit can clarify what the Church should be done in matters of justice towards peoples suffering particular needsin the Amazon region as well as an "integral" ecology that contributes to a more harmonious relationship with creation, which we had at the begin-ning in Paradise. Restoration depends on a sound doctrine and an authentic morality that reforms the human person and leads the willing to astate of grace with God, their neighbors and the great gift of creation.

Liturgical Note: Our server albs have grown old. We are replacing them with cassock and surplice this Advent. Cassocks with surplice serve to draw at-tention to the sanctity of the Mass, both for servers and assembly. More on this next week.

Editor’s Note: Weekly Readings can be found on page 4.

Words from Fr. Ed

Nov 25 Monday8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary9:00a –10:30a Darling Dusters10:00 -11:45a Food Bank11a--midnight Eucharistic Adoration6:00p – 8:00p Library6:30p – 7:00p MASS6:30p – 8:00p Fil Am Choir Practice

Nov 26 Tuesday8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary3a – midnight Eucharistic Adoration1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet6:30p – 7:00p MASS7:30p – 9:00p Respect Life Ministry

Nov 27 Wednesday12:00a-12:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet4:00p – 5:45p Food Bank6:30p -- 7:00p MASS7:30p – 8:30p St. Vincent de Paul7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena7:15p –8:30 Serra Club

Nov 28 Thursday Thanksgiving Day3:00a – 12:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a -- 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary10:00a – 11:00a MASS3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet7:15p – 7:45p Most Precious Blood of Jesus Devotion

Nov 29 Friday8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a–10:00a Reconciliation3:00a – midnight Eucharistic Adoration3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet

Nov 30 Saturday12:00a-1:00a Eucharistic Adoration6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a – 4:30p Eucharistic Adoration1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS

Dec 1 Sunday6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:30a MASS9:45a – 11:00 Library11:00- 12:00p MASS12:00p-1:00p Eucharistic Adoration5:00p – 5:30p Library5:30p – 6:30p MASS7:00p – 8:15p FAQ Apologetics

Come to an Evening with Fr. Ed! Come for the Fellowship and SmallGroup discussions, for Prayer, a DVD about our Catholic Faith, and aTeaching by Fr. Ed White!

When: Friday, November 22, 6:30-8:30 PM; In the Narthex and Church.

Food: NO Cost Please bring a potluck item. Drinks provided.

RSVP at https://ststephenslife.com /living-faith-fellowship

Childcare is available. Please contact Maria no later than Monday, Nov.18th at 253-631-6175 ext 115.Questions/Info: Contact Anne Merklin at [email protected],253-631-1940 ext 126

A d v e n t P a r i s h M i s si o nDecember 2 - 5 2019

With Fr Emmerich Voght, OP

Monday through ThursdayTwo Daily Options:

1. Morning Conference 9:00 - 10:00 OR2. Evening Conference 7:00 – 8:00

Confessions Available 8:00-9:30

There will be a snack after the morning Mass and a reception after theevening conferences. Childcare available: Contact Maria by Nov. 29 at253-631-6175 ext 115

Find the peace which the world cannot give—a peace that comesfrom a spiritual life led in union with Christ and according toChristian principles. Come and learn more about yourself by

discovering a practical, spiritual program which, if lived one day at atime, leads to that “peace beyond all understanding.”

Daily Mass8:00 AM & 6:00 PM

(Free Will Offering)

Faith Formation Programs

ADULT BIBLESTUDYWINTER/SPRING2020Will you be making aNew Year’s resolu-tion to study the Bi-ble more? St.Steven’s Bible Studycan help with that!Our Winter/SpringProgram begins

January 14, 2020. Our study is called Revelation: The KingdomYet to Come and is from Ascension Press. We have two sessionsmeeting Tuesday morning and Tuesday evening. The morningsession begins at 9:20 am and the evening session begins at 6:15pm. Each session lasts approximately two hours. We’d love to seeyou at either one! To join us or for more information, contact:Karen Buchert at [email protected] or the Faith FormationOffice at 253-631-6175 or register online at:https://ststephenslife.com/bible-study.

Our Next Infant Baptismal Classis Saturday, December 7, 2019.From 9:00 am to 12:30 pm in class-rooms 128-129. Please take class3 months prior to desired month ofbaptism. A $10.00 donation perfamily is appreciated. For questionscontact Teresa Wright via email at:[email protected].

REGISTRATION UPDATE: K - 12th Grade ProgramsPlease note: our K - 12th grade programs have now started forFall 2019. All registration forms and payments should now havebeen submitted to the Faith Formation office. If you have notturned in a form or payment please contact Maria in the Faith For-mation office at (253) 631-6175, ext. 115 or [email protected].

For program updates and events: please continue to check thebulletin and watch for emails. We may still need to adjust pro-gramming and events along with the opening of the Parish Hall.

For payments: we can only accept payments by cash or check.You can mail in a check to: St. Stephen the Martyr Church, Attn:Faith Formation Office, 13055 SE 192nd ST, Renton, WA, 98058.Please make checks payable to: St. Stephen the Martyr. Or, stopby, and drop off your payment at the Faith Formation office.

We still need Volunteers for children’s ministry especiallyTeachers and Co-Teachers! Help our children know the love ofJesus. With your help, we can do more for our kids and their fami-lies. Join us and make a difference! To sign-up contact Shannonor Maria in the Faith Formation Office at (253) 631-6175, ext. 115or at [email protected].

Little Saints Preschool has had someunexpected changes. We have a fewmid-year openings in ALL classes;Tuesday/Thursday 3's,Monday/Wednesday/Friday 3's and4's, and Monday-Thursday Pre-Kclasses. It's not too late to join us forlearning and fun! Please

contact Abbie Nelson, Program Director, with questions [email protected].

K thru 5th Grade: Wednesday Nights, 6:00-7:15 pmNov 27 (Wed) NO 1st Eucharist, RE & Connections Classes - Thanksgiving Break!Dec 04 (Wed) Religious Ed, 1st Eucharist & Connections Classes

EDGE, 6th thru 8th Grade: Monday Nights, 6:00-7:45 pmNov 25 (Mon) NO EDGE Classes - Thanksgiving Break!Dec 02 (Mon) NO EDGE Classes - Parish Mission (Parents Encouraged to Attend)

Confirmation, 9th thru 12th Grade: Sunday Nights, 6:45-8:30 pmNov 24 (Sun) All High School Movie Night!Dec 01 (Sun) NO Confirmation Classes - Thanksgiving Break!Dec 08 (Sun) Confirmation Class and Parent Class

Adult ProgramsDec 7 (Sat) Next Infant Baptismal Class (Note: Date Changed from Dec. 14 to Dec 7) For Class Information See BelowJan 14 (Tues) Adult Bible Study - 2020 Winter & Spring Session (Details Below)

[email protected] or PREPARES Coordinator Kathleen Tansey 253-653-6074 for exact location.. All are welcome who want toassist New Moms and Dads be the best parents possible.

St. Vincent De Paul Needs You! Unable to drive? You can volunteer as a call minister from your home. We need a treasurer tomake deposits, write checks and provide monthly reports. Are you a good listener? Consider being a home visitor. No amount oftime you can give would be too little or too much. Call Shirley Walsh at 253.350.9638 or email [email protected] for

more information. Watch the bulletin for upcoming meeting dates and times. We can walk the path of discipleship together!

St. Stephen Housing Association - Great news! A new date for St. Stephen Housing Association's Hope for Housing fundraiserhas been set! Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 1, 2020 for this fun event! There will be great food, wine, music and a fan-tastic silent auction! So save the date now!

Women's Guild - The annual Christmas luncheon will be held on Wednesday, December 11 at 11:30 am. Please mark your calendars! RSVPto Leah Rae at 425 271 8182.

WIDOWS/WIDOWERS: Please join us for our festive Christmas dinner on Thursday, 12/12/19, at Golden Steer Restaurant, Kent. Cost is$30; RSVP to Kitty at 425-254-9124. Cut off date is Thursday, 12/05/19.

Are You or Someone You Know Thinking of Returning to the Catholic Church? Contact Bill Swedberg [email protected] or 253-631-1940 ext 121 to learn more.

If you are a pregnant mother in distress or know someonefacing a crisis pregnancy, our Gabriel Angels are trained volun-teer mentors who walk beside Mom with spiritual, emotional, & prac-tical support. Call 1-888-926-ANGEL to connect with an Angel.Questions? Contact Roberta Jorgensen:[email protected]

Pregnant & Need Help? Call 1-800-395-HELP or 1-877-NOT-ALONE to talk withsomeone 24/7 or visit www.optionline.org for information. Call Prepares, 206-737-9264, http://preparesforlife.org Homeless & Pregnant? Call Good Counsel Homes,1-800-723-8331, www.goodcounselhomes.org. Find women’s healthcare services at3W Medical Clinic www.3wmedical.org/ in the U-District (206-588-0311). Find localpregnancy centers at www.911babies.com, including Pregnancy Aid in Kent (253-852-1201), Des Moines (253-878-3770), and Next Step in Lynnwood (866-892-5125).

Did you know Washington state laws allow a minor child to obtainan abortion without her parents' knowledge?The Catholic Bishops of Washington state strongly support and encour-

age gathering signatures for Initiative 1004, an initiative to institute a "parental notifi-cation law" that will require physicians to notify parents or guardians beforeperforming abortions on minors. Your signature is needed to enable voters to decidewhether a minor child may obtain an abortion without her parents' knowledge. If youare a registered voter who hasn't yet signed the petition to add Initiative 1004 to theNov. 2020 ballot, you may do so at the reception desk in St. Stephen's office M-F 9-4.See https://parentsandstudentsprotectingminors.org/ for additional information.Gabriel Angels/Prepares - A Social Meet & Greet for new & established volunteersand Sorting of Donated Baby Items will be held on Wednesday, November 20 from7:30 to 9pm at St. Stephen. Contact Gabriel Angel Coordinator, Roberta Jorgensen

.Praying For SickMarie Peacock Albers, Nela Pacleb, Irene Bauman, JoAnna

Bailey, Jim Dougherty, Brian W. French, Lydia Franada,Chad Horky, Mary Byersdorf, Leila Abada, Kelley Chazes,

April Sedall, Nicole Paulsen, Shelby Talley, Christina Raf-ferty, Antonio San, Nicolas Nenita, San Nicolas, Rolf Ju,

Emelita Joyosa, Leonora Bernabe, Roselyn Corpuz, JamesVaccaro, Marlene Hill, Teresa Wright, Precilla Del Rosario,Yvonne (Dawn) Kunkle, Jesse Boyovich, Jan Sykes, Phyllis

Beaver, Joel Rivera, Julie Fernandez, Saksithan Hak,Lan Buck, Joshua Hecox, Charito Rubis Galindo, Rose Her-lya, Manny Gutierrez, JJ Conavad, Jim Steckler, Cam-Tu

Fulong, Ngan Nguyen, Adam Bynum, Xavier Mascaren,Ester Hansen,Jesusa Cadalina, Henry de Guzman, Dolores

Dela Cruz, Nicomedes Rodriguez, Molly Dinsmore, BabyNyhla Wallace, Angelina Rivera, Alexander Diachenko,

Adrian Abada, Art Condes, Leticia Dela Cruz Reyes

Serving in the MilitaryMajor Patrick Warfel, Captain Philip Clay LT Luke Carpen-ter (deployed) Stephen Snelling, Zachary Cullers, (Japan)

Jack Cullers in US, Zenaida Roth, Sydney MunnDeaths July - August

July: Keith AthertonAugust: Chuck Koppes

To add names to the box. please [email protected], or contact Betty Mencke, 253-631-

1940. To contact the Prayer Chain please see TeresaWright, at 425-255 0301 or [email protected]

Human Life and Justice

Weekly ReadingsNovember 28 Thanksgiving DaySir 50:22-24; Ps 145:2-11; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19

November 29 Friday of the 34th Week in Ordinary TimeDn 7:2-14; Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33November 30 Feast of Saint Andrew, ApostleRom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22December 1 First Sunday of AdventIs 2:1-5; Ps 122: 1-9; Rom 13:11-14; Mt 24:37-44

November 24 The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Kingof the Universe 2 Sm 5:1-3; Ps 122:1-5; Col 1:12-20; Lk 23:35-43

November 25 Monday of the 34th Week in Ordinary TimeDn 1:1-6, 8-20; Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4

November 26 Tuesday of the 34th Week in Ordinary TimeDn 2:31-45; Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11

November 27 Wednesday of the 34th Week in Ordinary TimeDn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Dn 3:62-67; Lk 21:12-19

Under the Patronage of Saint Teresa of CalcuttaContact: Darlene SimpsonOffice Phone: 253-631-1940 etc 127 Email: [email protected]

Food Bank In Outreach Building Mon‛s & Fri‛s 10am - 11:45am Wednesday‛s 4pm - 5:45pm

Outreach Ministry

Needed this week: The shelf where "SPAGHETTI" is empty in our Food Pantry is empty. We could sure use some pastas and sauces.While you are trying to remember what is needed, ponder the following brief history of spaghetti.History of pasta meals had deep origins in the eastern Mediterranean countries such as Greece and several territories of Middle East and Ara-bian Peninsula. There, meals made form dough were different in many ways to the food that was used on daily basis in Ancient Roman Em-pire. As historian records can tell us, the direct origin of the Italian pasta came from the Arab meal called “itriyya” that was often described bythe Greeks as “dry pasta”. This durable and long lasting meal was one of the main sources of nutrition for Arab traders who traveled all acrossthen-known world outside of Europe. Because of their nomadic nature and military conquest, the first European contact with itriyya was record-ed sometimes during 7th century AD when Arabs managed to occupy Sicily. There were rumors about Marco Polo bringing Chinese recipe ofpasta to the Italy, but his travels happened more than 500 years later.If you are not into shopping for pasta, we need gift cards.With holidays upon us, we always try to provide a little extra. We especially need gen-eral gift cards, i.e., Fred Meyer, Target and gas cards. McDonalds' and Subway gift cards are always appreciated too. Please support our foodbank with prayers and donations so that we can support others! Thank you for your generosity!.Number of families served last week 18

A Wonderful Opportunity to Serve Homeless Women Dinner You can signup alone or with friends to provide dinner for up to 30 wom-en. You decide the menu. Whatever you like to eat, they probably will too. KentHOPE helps homeless women and children. Sign up board isin the Narthax as well as more information about the program. We start November 1st. If you are willing to bring dinner, or for more informa-tion, please contact Darlene in Outreach ext. 127 or [email protected].

Christmas Giving Trees Increase by OneSt. Stephen parishioners have always been very generous in their Christmas Giving to those less fortunate.Traditionally, we have always had a tree for: Pregnancy Aid, St. Stephen Housing, Talbot RehabilitationCenter, and a Tree for the Homeless. This year we are adding a new tree. We debated dropping one of theother trees, but it became quite clear that would be too difficult to do.This new tree has been requested by many. This tree will provide a happy Christmas to some special fami-lies in the parish. So, we are just providing more opportunities, to give when you are called to give. This treewill be called the Parishioner Tree.PARISHIONERS: WHO NEED ASSISTANCE THIS CHRISTMASAre you a parish family in need of assistance this Christmas? We are currently accepting applications for the 2019 Parishioner Giving Tree.If you are a parishioner at St. Stephen the Martyr and would like to be considered, please complete the Application Form, available in theNarthex. Or you may apply on-line on the Outreach page on our website at https://ststephenslife.com/christmas-giving-treesApplications filled out (not online) may return the application with the attached envelope to the St. Stephens office.Please note: NO names will be used on the tags, just a number will be used.PS or contact Darlene, Outreach 253-1960 ext. 127 or [email protected] for questions or additional information.APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline to register for the program is November 30, 2019.

Wednesday Evenings Food Bank Volunteers Needed: Need 3-4 volunteers for Wednesday evening shift. Hours are 3:45 to 6:15 pm.The position gives you an opportunity to meet with our guests and help them select the food they want. You would not be required to work eve-ry Wednesday. The positions alternate weeks. Contact Theresa Milette at [email protected]

Save the Date: The St. Anthony School Open House for prospective families and their students for the 2020/2021school year will take place on Sunday, January 26th.NCEA Distinguished Graduate Award - Each school year the National Catholic Education Distinguished Graduate Award isgiven to a graduate who has made a contribution to American life and/or the Catholic Church.

Last year Distinguished Graduate was Wade Barbus. St. Anthony School is now seeking applicants for this year’s award. The candidate musthave graduated at least 10 years ago from St. Anthony School (2009 or prior). If you or someone you know would be a good applicant for thisaward, please email detailed information to Maureen Blodgett at [email protected]. The deadline for applicant information is November 29th.St. Anthony School Roadrunner Coffee - St. Anthony School has partnered with Poverty Bay Coffee Company to make available “Roadrun-ner Coffee.” Poverty Bay is a small-batch micro-roaster in Seattle. They roast the raw, green Arabica beans the day they are ordered. Theircoffees are shade-grown, 100% sustainable and purchased from the farmers at a price that exceeds Fair Trade Coffee standards.1lb bags of whole bean or ground coffee are just $9.50. With every purchase, $2.50 is donated to the Father Lane Endowment Fund for TuitionAssistance. For ordering information or questions, contact Catherine Batchelor at [email protected].

New to St. Stephen’s? Welcome! Learn more about our vibrant community by visiting our web site at www.ststephenslife.com or emailing us [email protected]. Registration forms are online or may be obtained from the ushers and put in the collection basket or mailed in.Parish Office Hours: Most weeks, Monday - Friday, 9 AM - Noon and 1-5 PM. Bulletin Notices: The article deadline is 12:00 PM on the Friday aweek before the weekend you wish it to appear (8 days in advance). Notices about parish events or items of interest to the parish are welcome, how-ever posting cannot be guaranteed. Email notices to: [email protected].

Parish Information

Marriage: Couples seeking Marriage must contact the church 9 months before their wedding date. Some preparation and Parish Registration arerequired before a date can be set. Contact Teresa Wright for details concerning marriage at (253) 631-6175, Ext. 120.Annulments: (for those who are divorced): For compassionate and confidential answers to your questions and for help through the annulment process,please contact our parish Tribunal Advocate, Veronica Smith-Casem, at [email protected] or 425-301-0356 .Baptism: Preparation and Parish Registration are required for both Parents and Godparents/Sponsors. Baptisms are held monthly. Contact the FaithFormation Office for details (253-631-6175).RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) For adults to become Catholic & be baptized. Contact Anne Merklin 253-631-1940 ext [email protected]

Main Office Phone: TEL 253-631-1940 / FAX 425-255-2943Pastor Fr Edward G. White To contact Fr. Ed please contact his assistant, Betty MenckeDeacon Dec. Carl Chilo [email protected] Associate Anne Merklin ext 126 [email protected] Assistant for Outreach Darlene Simpson ext 127 [email protected] Manager/Pastor’s Assistant Betty Mencke ext 100 [email protected] Coordinator Janet Denby-Stewart ext 102 [email protected] Director Giuliano Grisi [email protected] Care Marijean Heutmaker ext 106 [email protected] Administration/Bookkeeper Eric Miller ext 101 [email protected] & Parish Life Coordinator Kim Anderson ext.129 [email protected] of Faith Formation Shannon Battles ext 114 [email protected] Ministry Debbie Blomquist ext 113 [email protected] & Communications Bill Swedberg etc 121 [email protected] & Marriage Teresa Wright ext 120 [email protected] Director Abbie Nelson ext 123 [email protected] Formation Support Coordinator Maria Trejo 253-631-6175 (ext 115) [email protected] Care Nursery Liese Diachenko [email protected] Stephen Housing Association 253-638-9798 [email protected] Help-Line 206-767-6449Custodial Support Brian Guenther, Soo Kim [email protected]

Rachel’s Corner: Hope and Healing After Abortion Before the retreat my life was full of anger, my cross was heavy, and I wasangry with myself; on retreat I went through detox because that is what it is like to be filled with pain, anger, and frustration. Now I amfeeling my healing and my resurrection to this new life God has given me. He has fed me with His word, His Mass and His commun-

ion. -Testimonial. Your healing after abortion can most certainly be a resurrection to a new life that you thought would never be yours again.Ask Him to give you the courage to take that step towards Him. He will do everything else. Rest in Him on a Rachel’s Vineyard™ Retreat andcome alive again. Call Aleah at 206-920-6413 Project Rachel is a program of Catholic Community Services. www.ccsww.org/projectrachelYou are loved with an everlasting Love!

Parish Stewardship Giving

Maintenance Reserve $488Christian Social Action $497

To Our Parish: Budget Actual DifferenceLast Weekend $28,645 $18,114 -$10,531Fiscal Year to Date $542,630 $514,489 -$28,141

Our Other Giving:November 2 & 3, 2019

Called to Serve as Christ Campaign - Why a Campaign?As good stewards of the resources provided annually, our Archdiocese is able to fund its ongoing mis-sions and obligations. However, since that revenue is already earmarked to missions and administration,an extraordinary effort is needed to raise the funds to meet the goals set forth in the Called to Serve asChrist case statement.You can be confident that all funds the Archdiocese of Seattle receives, whether through parish billings,

Annual Catholic Appeal, Called to Serve as Christ campaign or other avenues, will be used prudently and effectively in furthering the mission ofthe Church. The archdiocesan chancery, Priest Pension Plan and Priest Health Plans are all independently audited annually. Visit:www.calledtoserveaschrist.org

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The Eucharistic Principles of the Spiritual Life

Spiritual HealingSaint Stephen the Mar tyr Par ish Mission

2 - 5 DECEMBER 2019Monday through Thursday

Two Daily Options:1. Morning Conference 9:00 - 10:00

OR2. Evening Conference 7:00 – 8:00

Confessions Available 8:00-9:30

Contact Information:253-631-1940

There will be a snack after themorning Mass and a receptionafter the evening conferences.

Daily Mass8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.

St Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church 13055 SE 192nd St. Renton, WA 98058253-631-1940 www.ststephenslife.com

For Whom:

• This mission is for anyone who seeks the peace theworld cannot give.

• Are your happiness and peace dependent on pleasingothers?

• Do you freeze up emotionally when you are inconflict?

• Do you feel like you are the only on holding yourfamily together?

• Do you have difficulty saying "No"?• Do you work or eat compulsively?

If you can answer ‘yes’ to some of the above questions,then perhaps a Mission on Spiritual Healing can helpyou find that peace which the world cannot give—apeace that comes from a spiritual life led in union withChrist and according to Christian principles.

Before things go from bad to worse, come and learnmore about yourself by discovering a practical,spiritual program which, if lived one day at a time,leads to that “peace beyond all understanding.”

A free-will offering will be held for this event.

Childcare available: Contact Maria by November 29 at253-631-6175 ext 115

Fr. Emmerich Vogt is a priest of the Holy NameProvince of the Dominican Order and is currentlyministering with Western Dominican Preaching.For the past thirty-six years he has been involved ingiving retreats to Mother Teresa’s Priests and Sistersin Mexico, Poland, Guatemala, Calcutta, Russia, andAfrica. He he currently resides in Oakland, CA.From a family with alcohol and drug addiction,Fr. Emmerich has studied the 12-Steps for his ownhealing and to help others to overcome obstaclesand find peace. His series for EWTN is entitled"The Eucharistic Principles of the Spiritual Life."

(A Ministry of St. Stephen the Martyr Parish)

Looking ahead to September, 2020!Make a note on your calendar to visit us at our annual Open House after all Masses

the weekend of January 18-19, 2020.

In the meantime, make an appointment to comevisit one of our sessions:

M, W, F 9:00-11:30 3-4 year oldsT, Th 9:00-11:30 3 year olds

M-Th 12:15-2:45 4-5 year olds

Contact Abbie [email protected] 253-631-6175 (ext. 123)

We look forward to seeing you!

As a Catholic Faith Community, our mission is to educate our preschool childrenin partnership with families, sharing our blessings in the spirit of God’s love.

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