There will be the blessing of candles on February 1st (Vigil of the Presentation of the Lord—Candlemas Day) at the 4:30pm
Mass, Saturday. Anyone wishing to have their candles blessed, please bring them and set them on the table provided. Please mark them with your name.
Lunar New Year (of the Snake) Celebration 02Feb2025 after 4pm Mass in Parish Hall (Basement)
Greetings,
You are cordially invited to the Lunar New Year (of the Snake) Celebration on 02 Feb 2025, after 4 pm mass in the PSJ23 Parish Hall (basement).
This annual event is celebrated by the Vietnamese Ministry to preserve Vietnamese customs and to teach children about their heritage. Programs include refreshments, arts, plays, performances, and lucky lottery tickets for three iPhones and money prizes. Please see Louie Tran for lottery tickets ($10 each).
Hope to see you there.
Sincerely,
Louie
The company has sent new envelopes to families who use them to contribute to the church. If you would like to receive envelopes but did not get a package, please contact the parish office. We also extend our gratitude to everyone who contributes through online giving.
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Nhà in đã gửi các bao thư mới đến các gia đình dùng để đóng góp cho giáo xứ.
Nếu quý vị muốn nhận bao thư nhưng chưa nhận được, xin vui lòng liên hệ văn
phòng giáo xứ. Xin cảm ơn các gia đình đóng góp trực tuyến.
Xin vui lòng liên hệ với văn phòng giáo xứ nếu cần hỗ trợ.
Online Giving
The Sunday collection is very important for us to maintain our fiscal responsibilities. So, if you are away on a Sunday, ENJOY; but, remember YOUR church. Set up your gift today or consider an additional gift via our Online Giving at link below:
• Ada Leonie Peralta-Guillen
• Angel Gonzalez
• Angela Gonzalez
• Aryah Quinn Stiers
• Aurya Elliott
• Jesus Gonzalez
• Paulette Chavez Palomares
• Teresa Moran_Hernandez
• Zahra Reigh Stiers
Baptism Preparation Class
Class will be offered for parents and godparents who have new born babies and children under 7 years old. PSJXXIII Every Second Saturday: Next class is January 11, or February 8
1:00 –2:30pm class in English
2:30 – 4:00pm in Vietnamese
By Deacon Theman
At Pope St John XXIII Parish Center. Please call Sr. Theresa at 592-2541 or email <sotheresa2022@psj23.org>
CCD Class - Wednesdays
Time: 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
OCIA Class at every Monday from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the PSJXXIII religious school
OCIA/OCIC is the process by which people become members of the Roman Catholic Church.
Rite of Acceptance:
The Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens marks the end of the Pre-Catechumenate and the beginning of the second phase - the Catechumenate.
Saturday, Feb 15th: Rite of Sending at 4:30 PM Mass (Sponsors need to be there)
Saturday, March 15th: Rite of Election at 11:00 AM (Sponsors need to be there) at St. Charles (7112 S 12th St., Tacoma)
Sunday, Mar. 23rd: First Scrutiny at St. John of the Woods at 11:30am Mass. (9903 24th Ave. SE.)
Saturday, Mar. 29th: Second Scrutiny at PSJ23 4:30pm Mass
Saturday, April 5th: Third Scrutiny at PSJ23 at 4:30 pm Mass
Saturday, April 12th: RETREAT at SJOW from 9am to 12 noon. Sponsors need to be there.
Saturday, April 19th, Rehearsal from 9am to 10:30am. Sponsors need to be there.
Easter Vigil, Baptism at 8:00 PM Mass.
Adult Catechism Class
Every Wednesday at 6:30 to 7:30 at the PSJXXIII Parish Center
We use the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church as our study, prayer, and meditation guide.
Pray For Us, O Holy Mother of God, That We May Be Made Worthy of the Promises of Christ.
Contact Monty at (253) 304-4473
Email: montypm@msn.com
– Class is No-cost
Come to the class and Join Us!
Mariage Preparation Class
Saturday April 26 and May 3 at Milner Center from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Contact: Sr. Theresa at 592-2541 or email <sotheresa2022@psj23.org>
ThuyTien Vo: 253-307-3320 or email: "Vo Tien" <thuytienvo2000@yahoo.com>
Dear Friends,
Shannon Eddy Zachar's Celebration of Life last Saturday was such a blessed event. Over 300 family and friends came to pay their respects and join Shannon's family in prayer. THANK YOU to Fr. Tuan and the fantastic St. Rita volunteers for making sure the Rosary, Funeral Mass and Reception went so smoothly. Thank you, too, to all of you in our community who brought all of the yummy cookies. Shannon's family was very thankful for all of your love and hard work.
This Saturday , January 25, we will NOT pray the Rosary aloud together at 9:45 a.m. since Marla Grassi cannot be with us to lead it. You are welcome to come at that time to pray the Rosary privately or join together in prayer informally. We will join in the Saturday readings and prayers of supplication at 10 a.m. per usual with our coffee hour fellowship afterwards in the hall.
Upcoming Prayer Services and Coffee Hour Fellowship:
Saturday, January 25, 10 a.m.
Saturday, February 1, *10 a.m.
Saturday, February 8, *10 am. Anointing of the Sick will also be administered
Saturday, February 15, *10 am.
* The Rosary is prayed at 9:45 a.m. prior to the liturgical readings for the day and the prayers of supplication
We are looking forward to celebrating our Church Consecration Day on or around April 27 and St. Rita's Feast Day on or around May 22. Both will be celebrated with a Mass and most likely some type of a social event. There will be more specific details in the next couple of months.
Donations for the upkeep of St. Rita Church are always welcome. They can be brought on Saturdays or mailed directly to Pope St. John XXIII, clearly marked for St.Rita. Also, there is the link to online donations that go directly to into St. Rita Church fund https://ppay.co/x5kCu6hL3yE
St. Rita, Pray for us
Fr. Sacco, Pray for us
Fr. Baffaro, Pray for us
God Bless,
Francie Messina Jordan
We need parishioners to join our facility team. Volunteering as part of the facility team is a beautiful way to serve God and your parish community. By helping care for the church, you contribute to maintaining a sacred space where we gather to worship, pray, and seek comfort. Your efforts, no matter how small, help create a welcoming and peaceful environment for others to encounter God. It's a humble and rewarding form of stewardship that allows you to give back to the church that nourishes your faith, while also strengthening bonds with fellow parishioners as you work together for a common purpose.
Contact: Thien Dinh at (253) 279-3361
or thiendinh@psj23.org.
Report from Stewardship of Treasure
VIS- Sacrificial Offering 2025
December 2024
Household: 126 families, 218 members
Donors: 79
Given: $ 16,705
The Early Learning Center at the Collier Center secured a grant through the State of WA to do several minor renovations to improve safety for our students. This included replacing rotting wood in the ramps and stairs, installing new windows, replacing part of the roof, adding another external exit at the rear of the building, adding an ADA ramp at the rear of the building, new paint, and exterior lighting. Construction will be finished by mid-February. We are so grateful for everyone's patience throughout this process and excited for the updates to this building!
New Ramp
New Outdoor Paint
New Door and New Window
We need parishioners to join our facility team. Volunteering as part of the facility team is a beautiful way to serve God and your parish community. By helping care for the church, you contribute to maintaining a sacred space where we gather to worship, pray, and seek comfort. Your efforts, no matter how small, help create a welcoming and peaceful environment for others to encounter God. It's a humble and rewarding form of stewardship that allows you to give back to the church that nourishes your faith, while also strengthening bonds with fellow parishioners as you work together for a common purpose.
Contact: Father Tuan, Fr. Hendry after Mass
or Thien Dinh at (253) 279-3361
or thiendinh@psj23.org.
Recently, you may have noticed that some areas of our churches are very clean, while others may appear slightly disorganized. As you may know, we have temporarily hired custodial services for the main campus and St. John of the Woods Mission during this transitional period. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and kindly ask for your help in keeping the church tidy.
Krista Brown, Virginia Wooten, Marian Bronson, Helene Cordeau, Muriel & Ron Bate, Cathy Bunger, Olivia Davis, Kathleen Genge, Anita Griggs, Wayne Haverkorn, Sally Ives, LeeAnn Koch, J. Mam, Nancy Jones, Jackie Lane, Gloria Montes, Terry Mathern, Doris McGuire, Wesley McMakin, Helen Murray, Peggy Neagle, Diane Orris, Shirley Pietz, Bob & Rayanne Richardson, Rita Shingledecker, Beverly Slanina, Eldon Weber, Woody Woodring
Tim Berntsen, Milo Ternes, Tony George, Rick Shurbet, Sabina & George Lockhart, Dick Vargo, Elaine Elliott, Lillian Albers, Odkod McMillin, Jennifer Brandt, Widman family, Emma Millikan, Shirley Keyes, Mick Flynn, Brad Bowles, Philip Stumpf, Norma Marchesini, John Meier, Joseph Rivera, Bob Woorley, Peter Pagano, Gene Hall, RosAnn Bridges, Petra Polequin, Brenda Gadson, Dean Lucchesi, Frank & Willie Faniel, Jerry Landridge, Jim & Karen Keithley, Maxine Campbell, David Lamb, Tyler Anglin, Vanessa Elmer, Lucy Romo, Benjamin & Linda Holm, Charles, Robin Mazza, Charlie Faniel, Bobby Gatbunton Myrl Greggs, Sharon Turner and her Family. All those suffering in war and strife. Aaron Turner and her Family. All those suffering in war and strife.
