In Our Parish Stewardship 2017 -18 Campaign... What Will You Do With Your Time, Talent & Treasure?
Parish Stewardship has something NEW this year! A professional movie showing what Western Washington parishes are doing to live Stewardship as A Way of Life. Learn what Stewardship can mean in your parish! Watch the video in Englishor in Spanish.
We've made it even easier this year for you to fill out your Stewardship pledge. No more mailing in or forgetting to put yours in the basket. Its fast, convenient and hassle-free. Fill out your online pledge now...
Why Do We Need To Teach Stewardship?
Every parish decides to embark upon the stewardship journey for a different reason. Yet, basically, all of the reasons fall into one of five categories. These are:
It is what God calls us to do
It is what built our Church
It increases parishioners' generosity to the parish
It increases participation and vitality in parish ministries
It enriches parishioners' prayer lives, faith and spirituality
Stewardship Is What God Calls Us to Do
Throughout sacred scripture God calls us to be a giving people. The concepts of giving God our "first fruits" and of tithing a fair percent were first mentioned in the Old Testament.
About half of Our Lord's parables address the proper use of our resources and Jesus talks about money five times more than He talks about prayer.
Generous giving is fundamental to our faith tradition.
Any parish that truly wants to follow the teachings of Our Lord must teach and embrace stewardship.
As the US Catholic Bishops' write in their Pastoral Letter on Stewardship, Stewardship: A Disciple's Response, "Once one chooses to become a disciple of Jesus Christ, stewardship is not an option."
Stewardship Is What Built Our Church
From the awe-inspiring European basilicas to the smallest rural churches in our own country, all of the churches, schools, hospitals and other Catholic agencies which we take for granted today have been built by previous generations giving generously of their time, talents and treasure.
Auctions, raffles and golf tournaments did not build up the Church and they cannot maintain it.
The Church today was built up because our ancestors in faith understood their responsibility to support the establishment of God's kingdom here on earth.
They made God a priority in their lives and they generously shared no matter how much or how little they had.
How Does My Parish Stewardship Giving Differ From The Annual Catholic Appeal?
Parish Stewardship of Treasure
Provides parish ordinary income
Occurs in the Fall of each year
Parish renewal (Congregational)
Yearly pledge to the parish - January to December
Donations processed through the parish
Tax Statement provided by parish
Annual Catholic Appeal
Occurs in the Spring of each year
Archdiocesan campaign (Denominational)
Pledge to the Archdiocese - May to April
Donations processed through Archdiocese
Monthly reminders are sent from the Archdiocese
Tax Statement provided by Archdiocese
Supports over 60 ministries and services throughout Western Washington
What Does My Stewardship Support?
Our parish and mission church serve the needs of most Catholics on the Plateau. When you give your gift of Time, Talent and Treasure, your efforts go to support everything your parish needs to help minister to the Catholic community on the Plateau.
Some of the ministries supported by your gifts of Time, Talent and Treasure include:
Usher/Greeter
Lector/Eucharistic Minister
Finance Committee
Altar Societies
Faith Formation
Cantor/choir
Altar Servers
How Does My Parish Benefit?
Our Parishes are direct recipients of the ministries supported by your generous donation of Time, Talent and Treasure.
Diligent maintenance by dedicated volunteers has kept our parishes in very good condition for their age.
There are still many more areas that need to be addressed since St. Aloysius and Our Lady of Lourdes parishes are over 100 years old.
The chart above provides a guideline for deciding the portion of your planned giving based on your household income. Each year, we ask you to reflect and re-evaluate your financial giving - is it a gift that is planned, proportionate, sacrificial and thankful? An equal percentage should be considered for giving to the 'other half' such as Special Collections, the Annual Catholic Appeal and other charities.
Making a Difference by Sharing of our Financial Resources
If you haven't already decided on your parish stewardship commitment, please prayerfully consider your giving and return a commitment card to your parish office, through the mail, or in the collection basket.
What is the right amount to give? When you are at peace about the size of your gift - when you do not find yourself making excuses for its size (either too big or too small) and you know in your heart that you have been completely honest with yourself and God - then your gift is the proper size.
Please return your parish stewardship commitment card to your parish today or fill out the online pledge form below...
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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. Watch now...
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. Watch now...
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Forgiven: The Transforming Power of Confession
This past Sunday, John the Baptist urged us to repent! This episode of Forgiven provides insights into all the details of Confession as we heed this call for repentance! Go here...
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!
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.
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
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.
St. Aloysius Catholic Church welcomes you to come and celebrate the Roman Catholic Mass and enjoy Catholic fellowship while growing in your Catholic Faith.