Parish Office (253) 631-1940Faith Formation (253) 631-6175

13055 SE 192nd Street Renton, WA 98058www.ststephenslife.com

See a listing of Parish Staff on the back inside page.

Weekend Masses: Saturday 5:00 PMSunday 8:30, 11:00 & 5:30 PMReconciliation: Fridays 9:00-10:00 AMSaturdays 3:00-4:00 PM

The Eighth Sunday in Ordinary TimeMarch 3rd, 2019

Social Hall Water Event – Update February 2019

During the winter storm event on February 5th, a fire suppressionsystem pipe (dry system -where there is a condensate bell that col-lects water) froze which caused the pipe to break. The broken pipereleased water which flooded the outside stairwell on the Southeastside of the building. While this system was correctly purged this pastFall, an unprecedented occurrence of temperature changes andcondensation resulted in an unusual amount of water in the pipe.

The water filled the exterior stairwell and flooded the Social Hall,Faith Formation Offices and Library during our first snow closure.Our professional fire system monitoring company received an alertfrom the equipment and notified the parish personnel who at oncediscovered the problem, shut off the water and immediately contact-ed the local fire department. Upon arrival the fire departmentpumped water out of the stairwell into the parking lot. Fire Systempersonnel arrived to start the repair of the pipe and the Director ofthe Archdiocesan Property & Construction Department arrived soonafter, who confirmed that we were following all the necessary proce-dures in this situation.

A professional water/restoration company arrived to assist with thenext steps of moving furniture and equipment out of the affected are-as and started the drying process. The entirety of the Faith Forma-tion Office has been emptied and relocated to the classroom wing.

Whenever damage occurs on construction dating prior to 1980, the diocesan standard is to take samples before any repairs can made.The test results of the samples taken of the drywall and insulation came back normal, but the tiles and newly exposed glue indicatedthe presence of asbestos. Asbestos has been related to serious health issues and is no longer used in current construction. As a resultof the water damage some of the floor tiles have begun to lift and break. Specialists have assured us that prior to this damage therehas been no danger of exposure. The Social Hall and adjacent areas are therefore now closed to public use. Access to these areas isrestricted until proper abatement has been completed and all hazardous material removed. These decisions and steps have beenmade in collaboration with Facilities & Grounds, Finance Council, Pastoral Council, the Director of Property & Construction Departmentof the Archdiocese, our insurance company and our Pastor Fr. Ed White.

The affected areas are therefore off limits for an undeterminedamount of time. We hope to have the floor cleaned down to thebare concrete in time for the March 30th Men’s Conference, thenhave new flooring installed by Easter, April 21st. Thank you foryour patience and flexibility. We’re sorry for any inconvenience thatthis causes to our ministries.

Above all we ask for continued prayers and count this event as ablessing that we are growing in communion with one anotherthrough the Holy Spirit as our Comforter. St. Paul wrote:

More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that sufferingproduces endurance, and endurance produces character, andcharacter produces hope, and hope does not disappoint us, be-cause God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the HolySpirit who has been given to us.

Respectfully .Eric Miller, PA for Administration

Editors Note: Scripture Readings can be found on page 6.

March 4 Monday8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary8:30a –10:30a Darling Dusters10:00 -11:45a Food Bank11a--midnight Eucharistic Adoration3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer6:00p – 8:00p Library6:30p – 7:00p MASS6:30p – 8:00p Fil-Am ChoirMarch 5 Tuesday8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary9a – midnight. Eucharistic Adoration9:20a–11:45a Scripture Study1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet6:45p -- Legion of Mary7:30p – 9:00p Knights of ColumbusMarch 6 Wednesday - Ash Wednesday12:00a-12:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary9:00a - 10:00 Mass1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet4:00p – 5:45p Food Bank5:30p – 6:00p Evening Prayer5:00p -- 6:00p Liturgy of Word & Ash Service7:00p - 8:00p Mass8:00p – 9:00p Returning Catholics7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena7:30p – 9:00p Sacred StoryMarch 7 Thursday3:00a – 12:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a -- 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary8:30a –12:00p Thursday Crew3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet6:30p – 7:00p MASS6:30p – 8:30p Alpha6:30p – 8:30p Cub Scouts7:00p – 9:00p RCIA & Adult Confirmation7:15p – 7:45p Most Precious Blood of Jesus DevotionMarch 8 Friday6:00a – 7:15a Men’s Prayer & Reflection8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a–10:00a Reconciliation9:00a–9a Sat. Eucharistic Adoration9:45a –11:00a Sacred Story10:00 –11:45a Food Bank3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet7:00p – 7:30 Stations of the CrossMarch 9 Saturday8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a – 4:30p Eucharistic Adoration1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASSMarch 10 Sunday6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:30a MASS9:45a – 11:00 Library11:00--12:00p MASS

1:30p - 3:00p Living Stations Rehearsal6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration5:00p – 5:30p Library5:30p- 6:30p MASS7:00p – 8:30p FAQ Apologetics

7th Annual Seattle Catholic Men's ConferenceHosted by St Stephen the Martyr, March 30th!

Attention Men: Do you want to be the man that God has alwayscalled you to be? Grow closer to God with powerful speakers likeDoug Barry, Deacon Carl Chilo, Fr Ed White and ArchbishopPeter Sartain. These along with engaging worship and inspiringfellowship with hundreds of fellow Catholic men will make this aday to remember!Visit http://www.seattlemensconference.org for information andregistration.

Friday Night Fish Fry - Regretfully, due to the social hallclosure, the Friday Night Fish Fry will not be held the Lent.

Elementary Programs (K – 4th Grade) Wednesday Nights 6:00 to 7:15 pmMar. 06 – NO Religious Ed and 1st Eucharist Classes (Ash Wednesday)Mar. 13 – 1st Eucharist Mandatory Parent and Child RetreatMar. 13 - Religious Ed Classes

Youth Programs (5th – 12th Grade) Sunday Nights 6:45 to 8:30 pmMar. 03 - Connections ClassMar. 10 - Connections Class

(For Edge, Life Teen, CY1 and CY2 Check Your Calendars and Email for Program Dates.)

Adult ProgramsMar. 16 – Next Infant Baptismal Class (Please See Details and Important Information Below)

Faith Formation Programs

Important Confirmation Update:The Age to Receive the Sacrament of Confirmation is moving: TheArchdiocese is asking that parishes begin the process of moving theage of Confirmation to 7th grade. It will take a few years to completethis transition. Beginning on March 1st, all St. Stephen the Martyrstudents that are currently in grades 8 - 12 have the opportunity tobegin their preparation for Confirmation by enrolling in the Theologyof the Body class for Middle School or High School Youth. This willbe done as a home study program that the teen and their parent willcomplete together. For more information or to enroll, contact DebbieBlomquist at sstm.youth@gmail.com or at

EDGE * Archdiocese Middle School Youth RallyFor youth in grades 6-7-8. Saturday, March 9, 2019. This year theRally will be held at O'Dea High School in Seattle. For registrationforms contact Debbie Blomquist at 253-631-6175, ext. 113 or viaemail at sstm.youth@gmail.com.

Next Deanery Event for All High School Youth: Sunday, Mar.17th, from 3:00 - 8:30 pm. It’s a St. Patrick's Day Event Hosted bySt. Vincent de Paul Life Teen in Federal Way. Registration forms willbe emailed to parents of high school youth or they can be picked upat Life Teen, Confirmation or Theology of the Body classes.

Steubenville NW Youth ConferenceRegistration is now under way. Students in grades 8 to 12 are invit-ed to join the St Stephen's Life Teen Group for the 2019 SteubenvilleYouth Conference which will be held in Spokane, WA, July 25 to 28,2019. Youth will travel by charter bus to Silverwood theme park inIdaho on Thursday and then go to Gonzaga University where theywill stay during the conference, Thursday thru Sunday. For more in-formation contact Debbie Blomquist at sstm.youth@gmail.com.

Need some encouragement during the week?Want to know what is happening in our Teen Programs?Follow us on Instagram sstm_teen.

Parents Please Note:The Schedule Change for Wednesday Night K-4th Grade Class-es. Due to the Parish Hall renovation, we’ve changed 8 of theclassroom locations. If you’re not sure of your child’s new classlocation, be sure to ask when you sign-in. Also, please lookcarefully at your new calendars! We’ve added new dates tomake up lost class nights. See change for March 13th. Also,we've changed the First Eucharist Retreat to end earlier at 7:15pm and babysitting is still available. Watch the bulletin and youremail for updates. Questions? Contact the Faith Formationoffice at 253-631-6175, ext. 115 or email Maria atsstm.yfmoffice@gmail.com or Shannon atststephenskids@gmail.com.

Little Saints PreschoolOur Little Saints Preschoolregistration is now underway forFall 2019-20. If you would like toenroll your child or for more infor-mation contact Abbie Nelson, ourProgram Director, atsstm.littlesaints@gmail.com.

Our Next Infant BaptismalClass is March 16, 2019.From 9:00 am to 12:30 pm inclassrooms 128-129. Pleasetake class 3 months prior todesired month of baptism. A$10.00 donation per family isappreciated. Please Note:There are No Infant Baptism

Preparation Classes in April and May due to Lent and theEaster Holiday. For questions contact Teresa Wright via emailat: sstm.baptism@gmail.com

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, &practical support. Call 1-888-926-ANGEL to connect with an Angel.Questions? Contact Roberta Jorgensen:robertajorgensen@comcast.net

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. Homeless & Pregnant?Call Good Counsel Homes, 1-800-723-8331, www.goodcounselhomes.org. Findwomen’s healthcare services at 3W Medical Clinic www.3wmedical.org/ in the U-Dis-trict (206-588-0311). Find local pregnancy centers at www.911babies.com, includingPregnancy Aid in Kent (253-852-1201) and Des Moines (253-878-3770), and NextStep in Lynnwood (866-892-5125).

Praying to save lives atKent Valley Planned Parenthood

10056 S.E. 240thSign up to participate at

www.40daysforlife.com/kentor at the 40 Days Narthex displaySaturday, the 2nd, 7:30 - 8:00pm,

before the movieor after Mass this Sunday!

The USCCB quote…“Heavenly Father, thank you for the precious gift of life. Giveus love for all people, especially the most vulnerable, and help us bear witness to thetruth that every life is worth living.” ~USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, “EveryLife is Worth Living” Prayer, www.usccb.org/worth-living

.Praying For SickMarie Peacock Albers, Nela Pacleb, Irene Bauman,JoAnna Bailey, Jim Dougherty, Brian W. French, LydiaFranada, Chad Horky, Mary Byersdorf, Leila Abada,Kelley Chazes, April Sedall, Nicole Paulsen, ShelbyTalley, Christina Rafferty, Antonio San, Nicolas Nenita,

San Nicolas, Rolf Ju, Emelita Joyosa, Leonora Bernabe,Johanna Abafo, James Vaccaro, Marlene Hill, TeresaWright, Precilla Del Rosario, Yvonne (Dawn) Kunkle,

Jesse Boyovich, Jan Sykes, Phyllis Beaver, Joel Rivera,Julie Fernandez, Saksithan Hak, Lan Buck, Judy Severis,

Joshua Hecox, Charito Rubis Galindo, Rose Herlya,Manny Gutierrez, JJ Conavad, Jim Steckler, Cam-Tu

Fulong and Ngan Nguyen, Adam Bynum, XavierMascaren, Jesusa Cadalina, Dolores Zara, Jaime Zara

Serving in the Military Major Chris Huckins serving in Afghanistan,

Captain Patrick Warfel, Captain Philip Clay LT Luke Car-penter (deployed) Stephen Snelling, Zachary Cullers, in

Japan Jack Cullers in the US, Zenaida Roth, NavyDeceased December - February

Barbara Janisch, Samia Garanna, Edie Ficek, Paul MillerLorie Ewing, Otto (Bud) Henderson, Theresa Thueringer

and Mitsie OhashiTo add names to the box. please e-mail

ourbulletin@gmail.com, or contact Betty Mencke, 253-631-1940. To contact the Prayer Chain please see Teresa

Wright, at 425-255 0301 or teresa2pray@gmail.com

Human Life and Justice

The Filipino-American Choir of St. Stephen’s is looking for a volunteer pianist. The choir practices every Mondayat 6:30 to 8:00 pm. and sings at the 11:00 am Mass every third Sunday of the month. Interested volunteers canemail Grace Talic (Fil-Am Choir Director) at gbtalic@msn.com.

Parish Communication With Flocknote! Parish members are invited to sign up to receive news, reminders, specialannouncements, etc. by subscribing to one or more lists, specific to your interests. Each member gets to choose their ownpreferred mode of receiving messages such as email, text message, social networking sites etc. To get started use theeasy direct link on the front-page of our parish website www.ststephenslife.com. Choose any or all of our ministries you’dlike to hear from! Note: Flocknote has been our most effective tool to communicate news about snow closures andpower outages. It’s a great way to stay informed!

Favorite Business? Do you have a favorite hair dresser or barber? What about a dentist or doctor? Your parish family wants to know aboutthese great businesses too. Please let your favorite business owners know that advertising on the church bulletin is affordable, reliable andhelps to provide the bulletin at no charge to the church! Whether it be your favorite local business or your own business, our church bulletin isa great place to advertise! For more info, call Catholic Printery: 1-800-867-0660. With your help, we can keep our bulletin free of charge.

Assisted listening System at St Stephen the Martyr! - Our parish is happy to now provide an assisted listeningsystem for use during weekend Masses and special events. This simple wireless system is comprised of a transmitter,receiver pack and headphones. Those who wish to make use of the system should check with an usher for check-out.The system utilizes headphones with “mini-plug” jack comparable to the headphones or “earbuds” many use with mp3players, cell phones etc. Those who would prefer to use their own personal headphones are free to do so. At this timelimited to only the 4 units we have on hand, which will be distributed on a first-come, first- served basis.

Grief Ministry - If you are grieving the death of a loved one, come find strength and compassion with the St. Stephen’s Grief Support Groupon Sunday, March 17th from 1:00-2:30 pm in the Chapel. Our topic will be “Pain, Pain Go Away”. For more info, contact Sharon Rasmussenat 425-228-1437. “God comforts us in all our troubles so that we will be able to comfort others.” 2 Corinthians 1, 4

Next weekend there will be a second collection for Catholic Home Missions. These home mission territories include over 40 percentof the dioceses in the United States which are unable, due to fragile financial situations, tough terrain, and/or too few Catholics, to provideeven the most basic opportunities for learning about and deepening the Faith. Your support of the Catholic Home Missions can lift up the livesand faith of our brothers and sisters across the country including here in our state. Please be generous.

Under the Patronage of Saint Teresa of CalcuttaContact: Darlene SimpsonOffice Phone: 253-631-1940 etc 103 Email: darsimpson@gmail.com

Needed this week: TOOTHPASTE, toothpaste, and more Toothpaste.Served last week: 30 families were served last week

Food Bank In Outreach BuildingMon‛s & Fri‛s 10am - 11:45amWednesday‛s 4pm - 5:45pm

FYI: People who are served by our food bank are only allowed to come once a month. You need to be a registered parishioner (min. 6months) to receive financial aid from St. Stephens. The food bank is an exception.We are Out of Gift Cards! We especially need general gift cards, i.e., Fred Meyer, Target gift cards, and gas cards. McDon-ald’s and Subway gift cards are always appreciated! Please support our food bank with prayers and donations so that wecan support others! Thank you for your generosity! NOTE: Please take PERISHABLE FOOD items to Food Bank directly.

Outreach Ministry

What does the Church say about Faith & Reason? Can I be spiritual but not religious? The Apologetics discussion group extends to you anopen invitation for your questions about the Catholic Church. FAQ Apologetics is open to all for lively, fun and informative discussions. Drop-insencouraged, come for a visit Sundays 7pm-8:30pm in the Conference Room by the office area. Contact Sean Stewart tarses@ix.netcom.comwith questions.

Living Stations of the Cross - Attention Teens! You are invited to be a part of this year’s pro-duction of the Living Stations of the Cross at St Stephen the Martyr! Don’t miss this chance to livethe Gospel story in a dramatic way! We need actors, readers, stage crew, costume & make-upfolks and more! Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons and Thursday nights. Presentations are April12, 17 &19. Come to our first rehearsal Sunday, Mar 10 at 1:30 PM. Questions? Contact Deb-bie Blomquist at 253-631-6175 ext 113 or sstm.youth@gmail.com. And YES, you can invite afriend!!

For Survivors of Abuse - Maria Goretti Network A peer to peer self help support group for women and men focusing on healing and for-giveness. For information on monthly meetings please e-mail Debbie@mgoretti.org or 253-307-4526.

Our Jubilee Book Is Here!Parishioners who had photo portraits taken are invited to pick up their copy in the Narthex after weekend Masses.Parishioners who did not have a portrait taken, but would like a copy of the book, will be able to purchase one.They are $20 each, cash or check only. Sales will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Fr Jaya Needs a Car!Being new to America, our parochial Vicar, Fr. Jaya Kumar is in need of transportation. We are seeking financialcontributions (checks made out to St Stephen the Martyr - memo line: Fr jaya’s Car) All donations are tax deducti-ble, greatly appreciated, and important to Fr. Jaya’s Ministry!

Music Minister Position Open: Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in Snoqualmie seeks a part-time Music Minister to assure the provision of musicministry for weekend and Holy Day Masses. Interested candidates must be experienced with Catholic liturgy, voice & instruments (organ, key-board). Available to work one or two Masses per Sunday with one weekend off per month, and during our Holy Day Masses. For more informa-tion please contact Maggie Gonzalez at parish office: 425-888-2974 or maggie@olos.org.

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The Mental Health Ministry Committee invites you to find out how YOUR parish and faith community can provide understanding and supportto those suffering from mental illness and their families. Come to a FREE workshop luncheon event on Wednesday March 20th at Holy FamilyKirkland (NOTE change of location) from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Lunch provided. Register at erica@seattlearch.org

New to St. Stephen’s? Welcome! Learn more about our vibrant community by visiting our web site at www.ststephenslife.com or emailing us atWelcomeStStephens@gmail.com. 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 5 PM on the Monday before the weekend you wish it to appear. Notices about parish events or items of in-terest to the parish are welcome, however posting cannot be guaranteed. Email notices to: ourbulletin@gmail.com. Our bulletin is provided free ofcharge by the advertisers on the back of the bulletin. To place an ad, contact Nick Thoennes with Catholic Printery at 425-466-1378.

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 vsmithcasem@gmail.com 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 126.sstmassociate@gmail.com

Main Office Phone: TEL 253-631-1940 / FAX 425-255-2943Pastor Fr Edward G. White To contact Fr. Ed please contact his assistant, Betty MenckeParochial Vicar Fr Jaya Kumar Embeti frembeti@gmail.comDeacon Dec. Carl Chilo sstmdeaconcarlchilo@gmail.comPastoral Associate Anne Merklin ext 126 sstmassociate@gmail.comPastoral Assistant for Outreach Darlene Simpson ext 127 darsimpson@gmail.comOffice Manager/Pastor’s Assistant Betty Mencke ext 100 bettymencke@gmail.comLiturgy Coordinator Janet Denby-Stewart ext 102 sstm.liturgy@gmail.comMusic Director Giuliano Grisi sstm.music@gmail.comPastoral Care Marijean Heutmaker ext 106 mariheutmaker@gmail.comPA Administration/Bookkeeper Eric Miller ext 101 sstmbookkeeping@gmail.comFacilities & Parish Life Coordinator Kim Anderson ext.129 sstm.facilities@gmail.comDirector of Faith Formation Shannon Battles ext 114 ststephenskids@gmail.comYouth Ministry Debbie Blomquist ext 113 sstm.youth@gmail.comEvangelization & Communications Bill Swedberg etc 121 billswedberg@gmail.comBaptism & Marriage Teresa Wright ext 120 sstm.baptism@gmail.comPreschool Director Abbie Nelson ext 123 sstm.littlesaints@gmail.comFaith Formation Support Coordinator Maria Trejo 253-631-6175 (ext 115) sstm.yfmoffice@gmail.comChild Care Nursery Liese Diachenko StStephensChildCare@gmail.com.St Stephen Housing Association 253-638-9798 office@ststephenhousing.orgSVDP Help-Line 206-767-6449Custodial Support Brian Guenther, Soo Kim briang.sstm@gmail.com

Rachel’s Corner: Hope and Healing After Abortion “Come now, let us set things right, says the Lord: Though your signs be likescarlet, they may become white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they may become white as wool. If you are willing, and obey,you shall eat the good things of the land.” - Isaiah 1:18-19. Come on a Rachel’s Vineyard™ retreat and experience the mercy and “good

things” of Our Lord. He is waiting for you. Call Aleah at 206-920-6413 Project Rachel is a program of Catholic Community Services.www.ccsww.org/projectrachel You are loved with an everlasting Love!

Parish Stewardship Giving

Maintenance Reserve $1,432Christian Social Action $228

To Our Parish: Budget Actual DifferenceLast Weekend $24,970 $20,968 -$4,002Fiscal Year to Date $1,032,304 $1,035,393 $3,089

Our Other Giving:

Weekly ReadingsFebruary 28 Thursday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 5:1-8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mk 9:41-50March 1 Friday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 6:5-17; Ps 119:12, 16, 18, 27, 34, 35; Mk 10:1-12March 2 Saturday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 17:1-15; Ps 103:13-18; Mk 10:13-16March 3 Eighth Sunday in Ordinary TimeSir 27:4-7; Ps 92:2-3, 13-16; 1 Cor 15:54-58; Lk 6:39-45

February 24 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Sm 26:2, 7-9,12-13, 22-23; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13; 1 Cor 15:45-49; Lk 6:27-38February 25 Monday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 1:1-10; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Mk 9:14-29February 26 Tuesday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 2:1-11; Ps 37:3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40; Mk 9:30-37February 27 Wednesday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary TimeSir 4:11-19; Ps 119:165, 168, 171-172, 174-175; Mk 9:38-40

Join Fr Ed White this Lent to prayerfully reflect on (Psalms 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, 143)

During times when we wish to express repentance and especially during Lent, it is customary to praythese penitential psalms, designated as such from the seventh century. Prayerfully reciting these psalmswill help us to recognize our sinfulness, express our sorrow and ask for God’s forgiveness. Fr. Ed will

guide us through a morning of prayer and reflection based on the Commentary by St. John Fisher.

8:30 Mass (Optional but encouraged!) 9:30-Noon Prayer and Reflection in the Church

Childcare is available. Please contact Maria at 253-631-6175 ext 115 or sstm.yfmoffice@gmail.com by Tuesday, March 12th.

Note: There is no fee for this event

St Stephen the Martyr Church, 13055 SE 192nd St.Renton, WA 98058

Easter Triduum ScheduleHoly Thursday Mass 7:00 PMGood Friday Service 3:00 PM

Good Friday Living Stations of the Cross 8:00 PMHoly Saturday Decorating for Easter 9:00 AM

Easter Vigil 8:30 PMEaster Day Masses 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM

▪ We have a number of outdoor projects.▪ Please bring your labeled yard tools.▪ Free lunch provided!▪ Questions? Call Kim at 253-631-1940 ext 129.Register online at https://ststephenslife.com/special-events-1 orlook for cards in the pews.

Reconciliation Service March 21, 7:00 PMSeveral priests will be on hand for this special Lenten evening ofreconciliation. Join us for a special celebration of grace and mer-cy! Mass will be held at 6:00 PM.

Stations of the CrossAccompany Jesus on his journey to Cal-

vary by praying the Stations of the Cross during Lent. Join us inprayer Tuesdays at noon, March 12 - April 16 and Fridays at 7PM, with subdued lighting and contemplative music starting at6:40 PM, March 8 - April 12.

7th Annual Seattle Catholic Men's ConferenceHosted by St Stephen the Martyr, March 30th!

Attention Men: Do you want to be the man that God hasalways called you to be? Grow closer to God with powerfulspeakers like Doug Barry, Deacon Carl Chilo, Fr. Ed Whiteand Archbishop Peter Sartain. These along with engagingworship and inspiring fellowship with hundreds of fellowCatholic men will make this a day to remember! Visithttp://www.seattle mensconference.org for information andregistration.

The Living Stations of the CrossGood Friday 8:00 PMThis dramatic portrayal of theLord’s passion is presented by ourparish teens. Combining theatricalarts, music, prayer and reflection,the Living Stations are an impor-tant part of our parish Triduum. Allare welcome! You might considerinviting a friend! Teens wishing toparticipate should contact DebbieBlomquist at 253-631-6175 ext113 or sstm.youth@gmail.com

Make This Lent a Good One!Consider taking advantage of some exciting resources tomake this season especially meaningful. Daily e-mailed videoreflections presented by many exceptional Catholic thinkersare available at http://redeemedonline.com

Daily written Lenten reflections by Bishop Robert Barron areon our website at ststephenslife.com.

Give Up a Saturday for LentMarch 23rd 9:30 AM - 3:00Come join us in sprucing up our campus in preparation for Easter!Let our transformed campus reflect the transformation of our soulsthis Lent! We are only doing one Saturday this year so come for afew hours or all day. Meet in the Narthex. Mass at 8:30 AM! We’llpray together & then work together!

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Seattle CatholicMen’s Conference

March 30, 2019

Theme:Fight with Joy!

Hosted bySt Stephen the Martyr Church

Renton, WA

Begins with 8:00 AM MassConcludes at 4:00 PM

Lunch Included

Info and Registration at http://www.seattlemensconference.org/

Archbishop Peter J. Sartain Doug Barry Deacon Carl Chilo Fr. Ed White

Registration Form

Begins with 8:00 AM Mass - Concludes at 4:00 PM - Lunch included.Questions? Contact Bill Swedberg at billswedberg@gmail.com or 253-631-1940 ext

For online registration and event details visit http://www.seattlemensconference.org/

Seattle Catholic Men’s Confer-ence March 30th, 2019

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