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St. Cecilia Parish 1310 Madison Avenue N. Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 | (206) 842-3594 | www.saintcparish.org
PASTOR Fr. Joseph P. Mitchell | email: [email protected]
August,6 2017 – The Transfiguration of the Lord
MASS SCHEDULE
WEEKEND Saturday Vigil Mass ...............................5:00 p.m. Sunday ......................... 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
WEEKDAYS Monday & Tuesday Word and Communion ...................... 9:00 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday Mass .............................................................. 9:00 a.m.
RECONCILIATION First Saturdays .............. 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Every Saturday ................ 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. (Also by appointment)
BENEDICTION & EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Benediction ................................ Friday 9:30 a.m. Followed by Eucharistic Adoration……………. Friday 10:00 a.m. to Saturday 4:00 p.m.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS Email: [email protected] Mon. Wed, Thurs Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Office Closed Tuesday
MISSION STATEMENT: As part of the living Body of Christ, Saint Cecilia parish on Bainbridge Island seeks to conform to the will of God through faith, works, teaching and stewardship of God’s creation as guided by the Holy Spirit, by the teachings of Christ, and the Grace of the Father. We celebrate this mission daily in prayer, liturgy, sacraments and life.
Dear Parishioners, I am continuing with my Basic Catholic Doctrine outline. I introduced revelation and its written form of Sacred Scripture as corollary to belief in the personal God. For the next point in my doctrine outline, I would like to elaborate on the first part of the Bible which gives the first record of my next doctrinal points. Chapters one through twelve of the first book of the Bible, Genesis, are unique in terms of the Sacred Scriptures. Those few pages cover a period of time from the beginning of creation until the beginning of the Hebrew people around 2000 BC. Scholars may argue about how many thousands or millions of years are involved. That’s a lot to cover in twelve chapters. One can appreciate that the chapters present some basic foundational points about the nature of the human person in relationship to God. They also refer to events that are “pre-historical.” That does not mean the chapters do not communicate things that are historical but rather they refer to an era before written human history in the Middle East was a reality. These chapters first describe creation. The high point of earthly creation is the human person described in Genesis as being made by God in His image and likeness. Our religious tradition points to our reason and free will as the distinct human powers that separate us from plants and animals. Being made to “look” like God, we are supposed to use those powers in imitation of the personal, loving, Creator. We are to use our reason and free will for the good of others. The brief description of the state of those first human persons is a picture of life in a garden that is cared for by those first humans who are charged with bringing new life into the world. In a few passages we learn of the harmony between the human persons and God, their harmony with natur, and their harmony with one another. Adam rejoiced when God created another person with whom he could enjoy a unique and powerful union, a union which God described as the two becoming one. Yours in Christ,
St. Cecilia Parish – Bainbridge Island, WA
Sunday, August 6th Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord
Monday, August 7th
Tuesday, August 8th Saint Dominic, Priest
Wednesday, August 9th
8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass 6:15 p.m. Compline in Church
9:00 a.m. Mass 9:30 a.m. Centering Prayer in St.
Monica Rm. 5:00 p.m. Rosary in Church 5:00 p.m. Legion of Mary in
Church
9:00 a.m. Communion Service 5:00 p.m. Rosary in Church
9:00 a.m. Communion Service 5:00 p.m. Rosary in Church 7:00 p.m. Evening Centering
Prayer in St. Monica Rm.
KUDOS AND UPDATES
Liturgy schedule changes for this week: Mass will be said on Monday, August 6th; Tuesday and Wednesday will be Communion Services, and Mass will be offered Thursday through Saturday. All will begin at 9 a.m.
Baptism: We extend a warm welcome to Anna Wilhelmina Corbin, daughter of Matthew and Tatiana Corbin, who was received into the Church through the
Sacrament of Baptism on Thursday, July 27th, 2017. Thank you to ALL who helped make the Parish picnic a success last weekend! Special thanks to the Knights of Columbus for working the grills and to all the parishioners that brought food to share. Many hands make light work! Praise be to God for good weather, good food, and good friends!
Found after the picnic: Child’s plaid shirt, size 7 and one child’s black and green like-new sandal. Call the parish office at 206-842-3594 to claim.
St. Cecilia is looking for new altar servers: If you would like to participate in the Mass more fully and grow closer to God, think about becoming an Altar Server. Altar server candidates should be in the 3rd grade or older, and attend Mass on a regular basis. To become an altar server please contact Hannah Ard at: [email protected]
The Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) is open for registration. Classes are offered from Kindergarten through high school. Parents that would like their child to receive 1st Communion in 2nd grade should enroll their child in faith formation as they start Kindergarten in order to meet archdiocesan guidelines for sacramental preparation. Our programs are led by volunteers under the guidance of the Pastoral Assistant for Faith Formation, Terry Markuly. Registration forms can be found on the parish website at www.saintcparish.org under the FAITH & EDUCATION tab, or paper copies are available in the back of the church and in the parish office. Completed registrations can be returned to the parish office. All children and youth are welcome to participate!
Library News: Wonders of God’s Creation (DVD’S), These 6 films offer stunning and informative evidence of the Creators handiwork. Visit The Milky Way and Our Solar System; Planet Earth; Thundering Earth and Roaring Waters; Whirling Winds; Animal Kingdom; and Human Life, the Crown of Creation. Check it out!
St. Cecilia Parish – Bainbridge Island, WA
Thursday, August 10th Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr
Friday, August 11th Saint Clare, Virgin
Saturday, August 12th
† Eternal rest grants unto them, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, rest in peace. Amen The Sunday Mass Ministry Roster and the Visiting Eucharistic Ministry Roster are available online at the parish website: http://www.saintcparish.org/volunteer-ministry-page sac
9:00 a.m. Mass 5:00 p.m. Rosary in Church
9:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Adoration
5:00 a.m. Adoration in Church 9:00 a.m. Mass 4:00 p.m. Reconciliation 5:00 p.m. Mass
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING OF TIME, TALENT, & TREASURE
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend: "Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart..." Help encourage our own understanding hearts by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) weekend. The next WWME weekend is at the Sheraton Bellevue Hotel August 11-13, 2017. Register at www.wwme.org. More information at 206-772-2344 An invitation to the women of St. Cecilia Parish: You are invited to join the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) at their next meeting on Saturday, September 30, 2017, at Queen of Angeles, Port Angeles from 10:30a.m. to 2:00p.m. Morning coffee will be served at no cost; lunch is $5.00 per person. We meet quarterly and this is our last meeting in 2017. Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) is an institute under the Archbishop of Seattle, established in 1924 under the National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW) by the United States Council of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). We are Catholic women of all ages and stages from across Western Washington, from the parish level to Seattle ACCW (Diocesan) to NCCW (National) to WUCWO -World Union of Catholic Womens Organizations (a global connection). For more information about the meeting, or to learn more about ACCW, please contact Caroline Okello by email at [email protected] or by phone at 425-444-6648.
St. Vincent De Paul is working to support PROJECT BACKPACK for Helpline House. Donated items can be placed in the PROJECT BACKPACK basket in the vestibule of the church OR delivered directly to Helpline. We thank you for your support!
Is Your Marriage all it was Meant to Be? Are you struggling in your marriage? Do you feel a sense of disillusionment or sadness? Do you wish you could rekindle the spark you once had, but just don’t know how? You are not alone. Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vī) can help. For confidential information about, or to register for our upcoming program beginning, Sept 22-24, 2017 call 206-706-2608 or visit our website at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
St. Cecilia Parish – Bainbridge Island, WA
To submit a request or join those in
prayer, contact [email protected]
Holy Trinity Parish in Bremerton has a job opening for a part-time, non-benefitted Office Secretary/Receptionist. The position is 19 hours per week, including Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Job descriptions are available in the parish office. Please submit resume with references, attention Ted Leniszewski; closing date, Friday, August 25th. Additional information is available on the parish website at www.htcbremerton.org.
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
Two weeks ago, I attended Mass on Kelley’s Island in Ohio. The priest spoke about ABUNDANCE and WELCOME as he shared the Gospel message. Both words have stayed with me as I reflect on last school year and prepare for the year ahead.
Our lives are filled with ABUNDANCE. We see the amazing Mount Rainier as we ride the ferry. The view of the mountains we have while driving into Poulsbo is breathtaking. Our streets and highways all across the peninsula are tree-lined. Puget Sound, in all its abundance, surrounds us.
ABUNDANCE is ever present at SCCS. Energetic, joy-filled students fill the halls. Teachers continuously share their strengths and best practices with one another to meet the needs of all students. Parents model stewardship, every single day, as they share their time and talents.
WELCOME is an action verb. Each morning, I greet students as they walk in the door while teachers do the same in their classrooms. A student greeter in each classroom welcomes any newcomer, sharing the lesson/activity that is happening when the visitor arrives.
Opportunities to welcome others present themselves frequently throughout each day of our lives. As we WELCOME others, we share our ABUNDANCE.
With joy,
Susan Kilbane
St. Cecilia Catholic School is a faith-based community that inspires an inquisitive mind and a lifelong commitment to learning and stewardship.
Mark your calendars:
Annual Fall Dinner Auction
October 14th, 2017 Plan for a grand evening at
Casino Royale
…hopefully without the “storm of the
century” this year!
Office Manager Trina Vigil and I are back in the office! You are WELCOME to stop in. Our Ice
Cream Social/Curriculum Night will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29th in the courtyard.
School beings on Wednesday, August 30th.
St. Cecilia Parish – Bainbridge Island, WA
PASTORAL SERVICES
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
Sunday Collection
July 29/30 $ 5,024.49
Online Giving this week $ 2,368.33
Children’s envelopes $ 4.00
Total Offertory for the Week- $ 7,396.82
Average offertory needed to
cover budget $10,534.00
Children’s offerings to the Lord: “helping Nana after surgery”, “helping Mommy without complaining”, and “helping my cat Ruby”
Did you know your Annual Catholic Appeal gift could be doubled? Many companies match the Annual Catholic Appeal! Help maximize our Annual Catholic Appeal Rebate to St. Cecilia by participating in your employer’s Matching Gift program (if applicable). You can apply per your employer’s instructions. The Annual Catholic Appeal, Archdiocese of Seattle, is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Tax ID # 91-0778147. Call 800-809-4921 if you have any questions. Mailing address: Annual Catholic Appeal, PO Box 14964, Seattle 98114 Thank you!
BAPTISM Celebrated on the 2nd Sunday of each month during the 10:00
a.m. Mass or other Sundays after the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Call the Parish Office
to plan for Baptism classes and paperwork needed. We encourage parents
to schedule classes before the birth of their child.
FIRST RECONCILIATION, FIRST COMMUNION, PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) K-12 Please contact Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation Terry Markuly, 842-3594 x102 or email [email protected].
CONFIRMATION Please contact the office for more information, Parish Office x101.
MARRIAGE GUIDELINES The engaged couple should plan to meet with the pastor at least six months before the wedding. One party should be a registered parishioner.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) Meets Tuesday nights at 7pm in the Chardin Room. Please contact Robert Earhart, MD, PhD, OFS at 206-780-3555 or cell phone 240-447-3173.
FUNERALS Call the parish office for assistance with funeral arrangements.
HOUSE CALLS If you wish to receive the sacraments at home, please call the Parish Office at (206) 842-3594 x101 to schedule.
PRAYER REQUESTS If you wish to add someone to the Parish Prayer Chain, contact Mary Corbin at: [email protected].
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GOVERNANCE & OTHER PASTORAL ACTIVITIES
FINANCE COUNCIL Parish financial advisory body made up of parish members, Scott Edwards (chair) School Commission Council The board is made up of parish members, Eoin Dunstan (chair) PARISH MINISTRIES & ACTIVITIES A catalog of parish ministries and activities is listed on our website under the ministries section at: www.saintcparish.org/ministries.html. The parish office can assist you in finding out any additional information you require.
BULLETIN Send announcements via email to [email protected] no later than 9 a.m. on Monday.
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ST. CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL School Website www.saintceciliaschool.org 1310 Madison Ave. N. Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Phone (206) 842-2017 Principal – Susan Kilbane- [email protected]
