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WELCOME BACK! REGISTER TO ATTEND MASS!
Our celebration of the Holy Eucharist has increased! Sunday October 18th we will resume the 8:30am mass. You will be required to register; our maximum attendance is 25% or 30 parishioners.
We will continue with daily mass, Tuesday through Friday at 8:30am and on the weekends 5:00pm Saturday, 10:30am Sunday.
Please consider volunteering for Greeting and Cleaning at each of these masses. We can offer all these masses as long as we have enough trained volunteers to meet the Archdiocese Covid guidelines.
As a reminder, all Catholics are dispensed from the Sunday Mass obligation indefinitely.
Each Sunday at 10:30am, Fr. Clarence celebrates mass live on Zoom. If you need the link, please email the office.
MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY
Q: Why is October referred to as the Month of the Rosary?
A: The answer to your question is relatively simple but needs a historical context in order to be fully appreciated. The short answer is this: October is dedicated as the Month of the Rosary because we celebrate the memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary each year on October 7th.
Read the full article in the the NW Catholic here, written by Bishop Mueggenborg.
There are many videos on YouTube that are helpful for you in praying the rosary.
Thank you for continuing to fulfill your pledges. Our parish has pledged 80% of our goal! Go here for upated information.
2020 Voter Information
In the recent newsletter from the Washington State Catholic Conference, you will find useful information on voting in 2020, including:
- Voter Registration and Election Day Reminders
- What Does the Church Say About Public Policy Issues?
- Referendum 90: "Check Reject"
- Voter Registration and Education Information at Parishes
- COVID-19 Relief Legislation
- USCCB Lauds Executive Order Protecting Vulnerable Newborn and Infant Children and so much more...
Go here to view previous WSCC bulletins
ETHICAL VACCINE FOR COVID-19
Four bishop chairmen of committees for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) have urged Dr. Stephen M. Hahn, Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), to ensure that vaccines for the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) are developed ethically and are free from any connection to the exploitation of abortion.
CELEBRATE
DIVINE MERCY
View Fr. Davis' Divine Mercy homily here...
PRAY THE DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET IN SONG
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET (ROSARY)
PROPHET OF THE DIVINE MERCY
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GREAT EPISODES!
 The Wild Goose is a work of the Holy Spirit, which is awakening in the hearts of all those participating God's love and transforming power. This is a love that has been revealed to us by Jesus Christ and that leads us to our heavenly Father. As you walk through this series, pray for the Spirit to breathe life into your heart. |
GREAT AUDIO BOOKS!
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The Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is disrupting our lives in many ways. Even in these challenging times, God provides opportunities to grow in our faith. For individuals, parents and families at home during this time, we recommend the following resources to grow closer to God. Use the At Home with Faith publications, available via the links, to find resources to help deepen your faith at home.
The Seattle Archdiocese has an excellent resource for families which can be found on their Marriage and Family Life website. The website also has encouraging information for all things family.
UPDATE YOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT INFO
*** During an emergency or crisis (like we are having right now with the Covid-19 crisis) we would like to be able to communicate with our parishioners. Please take this opportunity to let us know how you would like to be contacted by going here. ***
DAILY MASS ALWAYS AVAILABLE!
PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY!
Please continue praying the rosary during these uncertain times as we continue to seek the intercession of Our Lady of Seattle for protection from this pandemic.
Prayer to Our Lady of Seattle
Holy Mary, we come before you as spiritual children in great need, seeking your intercession, and asking that your mantle of love surround us to console, protect, and lead us to your son Jesus.
We entrust all of God's family, especially the church in Western Washington, into your immaculate hands. With your son Jesus' gentle power you can undo any knot in our church, and in the lives of believers who entrust themselves to your care.
Today I especially entrust to you [mention request/Coronavirus here], and I ask that --through your intercession, and that of St. James, our guardian angels, and the faithful in our archdiocese -- we may be free from every spiritual and temporal ill, and be safely led to encounter your son's merciful, sacred heart.
Our Lady of Seattle, Undoer of Knots pray for us!
PRAY THE ROSARY DAILY!
Wherever you are, you can pray the rosary in communion with millions of Catholics all over the world. You can play these directly from our website. These are just a sample of what you can find on YouTube to help you pray the rosary...
RESOURCES FOR SPIRITUAL FOOD
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If you have a prayer request, please go here and it will be presented to the priest so he can remember your request in his private mass.
Mass at St. Aloysius
Join the 40 Days For Life and help save lives by praying for an end to abortion in your community September 23 - November 1, 2020.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
OCTOBER 18th IS WORLD MISSION SUNDAY.
We celebrate this day by remembering our baptismal call-to bring the Gospel to all! The collection today for the Society of the Propagation of the Faith supports the work and witness of the Mission Church, as it provides for priests, religious and lay leaders who offer the Lord's mercy and concrete help to the most vulnerable communities in the Pope's missions. Thank you for your generosity! DONATE NOW
If you would like to donate by mail, please send it to the Parish Office, 211 W. Mason Ave., Buckley, WA 98321. Please make checks payable to St. Aloysius with Mission Sunday in the memo line.
Help Support A Missionary
One of our parishioners is committing to a Volunteer Missionary Year. Please help support him. Read more here...
A CHALLENGE
RISE is a 30-day challenge for men who desire greater peace, balance, and fulfillment in their lives. It’s for men who want to really live the beauty and power of the Gospel in their day-to-day lives—for men who rise up to the challenge of being the fathers, sons, brothers, and husbands they were meant to be.
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Archbishop Etienne Blog
Preaching is a priority to Archbishop Etienne's episcopal ministry. His blog is an effort to engage and serve you, God's faithful people. Enjoy your visit! https://www.archbishopetienne.com/
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SUGGESTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Dr. Ben Akers and author Sarah Christmyer discuss the need for prayer in desperate times and how scripture can be a critical instrument in cultivating a fruitful prayer life when life is difficult. Watch video now...
THE SEARCH / EPISODE 1 / WHAT DO YOU SEEK?
In Episode 1, we open hearts with a look at the question “what do you seek?” What is that deep longing in our hearts all about? We’re all living for something, and we all strive for that something out there that is ultimately going to make us happy. But what is it? For some, this question is on their minds every day. For others, life goes by in a flash without even asking the question.
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St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus
This definitive film, made in honor of the 100th anniversary of her death (1897), tells the story of the life of St. Thérèse of Lisieux from childhood to her holy death as a Carmelite nun. Filmed on location in France it gives her whole story through interviews, dramatizations, examination of her writings and extensive visits to her home and inside the Carmel at Lisieux. Commentary is provided by Bishop Guy Gaucher, the bishop of Lisieux.
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Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth
Based on the historical records and the personal testimony of his fellow friars, this is the amazing true story of the life of the famous stigmatic monk, St. Padre Pio, a contemporary saint who died in 1968. Blessed with incredible spiritual gifts, including healing, bi-location, reading of souls, and the stigmatic wounds, Padre Pio was a powerful witness for Christ, and a great spiritual guide to countless souls for over fifty years. Filmed on location in Italy, starring Michele Placido in a moving performance, this film tells the whole story of the beloved monk from San Giovanni Rotondo, a place where millions of pilgrims now annually visit Padre Pio's grave. Music by legendary music composer Ennio Morricone.
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ACA 2020
2019 ACA - Goal Exceeded!
Thank you to all parishioners for raising $34,474 in 2019 for the ACA. We received a rebate of $2,955. Our average pledge was $385!
Annual Catholic Appeal in the Northwest video message found here.
Witness talk videos:
- Marriage and Family Life and Formation
- Inclusion Ministry with Erica Cohen
- Criminal Justice Ministry with Joe Cotton
Please make your pledge here...
GOAL: $27,599.00
102% of Goal
57% Participation
Prayer for Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most holy Eucharist. I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.
Q&A
Q. What do I do if I cannot go to confession or receive Holy Communion because of the Coronavirus?
A. In the circumstances of public Mass being suspended and Lenten penance services being canceled, there are devotions that enable you to receive forgiveness of your sins (under certain conditions) and the consolation of the grace of the Eucharist. These devotions have been encouraged by the church in times of great distress and have been practiced by the saints.
Our resource on Perfect Contrition & Spiritual Communion can be found and downloaded from here...
St. Aloysius Pray For Us!
A statue of St. Aloysius Gonzaga carrying a plague victim in his arms is seen on the campus of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. (CNS photo/courtesy Gonzaga University). Read more here...
Bells in Solidarity
To demonstrate our solidarity with everyone who is impacted by the coronavirus, we will ring the church bells at noon. At this time, we encourage you to pray the Angelus as a family in your homes and conclude with the prayer to Our Lady of Seattle.
The Angelus Prayer (English)
V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary.
R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.
Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord.
R. Be it done unto me according to thy word.
Hail, Mary …
V. And the Word was made flesh.
R. And dwelt among us.
Hail, Mary …
V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray: Pour forth, we beseech thee, O Lord, thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ thy Son was made known by the message of an angel, may by his passion and cross be brought to the glory of his resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.
MASS SCHEDULE
Mass registration is required
Tue - Fri - 8:30am
Sat - 5:00pm
Sun - 8:30am
Sun - 10:30am
Holy Days
8:30am & 7:00pm
First Friday
8:30am followed by Adoration until 12:00pm
Rosary - No Rosary at this time
- Before weekday Mass
- Before Sat & Sun Mass
- Mon - 3:00pm
Reconciliation
Sat - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
By appointment ONLY
Address
211 West Mason Ave.
Buckley, WA 98321
Phone: 360-829-6515
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Office Hours
Tue - Fri 9:30am - 1:30pm
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC is a gift of faith to every registered Catholic household in Western Washington. If you are currently registered at our parish you will receive NORTHWEST CATHOLIC at no charge. Questions? Call 206-382-4850 or 1-800-473-5641.
CELEBRATING 125 YEARS!
In 2017 St. Aloysius celebrated 125 years of religious service for Buckley, WA and its surrounding areas.
CALLED TO SERVE as CHRIST
CAMPAIGN
GOAL: $218,052.00
PLEDGED: $174,246.00
54.4% Participation
2018-2021
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Seattle Archbishop Sartain Responds to the Church Crisis
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