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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 PMEucharistic Adoration See Calendar pg 2

The Second Sunday of Ordinary TimeJanuary 19, 2020

From the Ceiling of the Vatican Museum (Adapted)

...to you who have been sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be holy... Christmas is over. Ideally, we would be "sanctified" by now. The Christmas season includes the three stages of thespiritual life: the purgative, the illuminative, and the unitive. Advent represents the purgative, where we are being purified ofour sinfulness and attachments. Secularism and commercialism has obliterated the true spirit of Advent. Instead of a time ofpenance, it has become one big party, like Mardi Gras in reverse. Mardi Gras developed as one last party before a time ofpenance. Advent in America has become many parties before a time of partying. We have to go against the grain of our society in order to followthe way of Christ, the way of the Church. Once purged, the soul is ready for light. The illuminative stage is a time of wisdom filling the soul, now that it has prepared the way. Outwith the bad air, in with the good. This is a discipleship stage where we are learning the reasons why this is a good path. Why be a Christian? Whybe a Catholic Christian? Why be virtuous? Like a child, we need information. This can be compared to Christmas and Epiphany. Jesus' light is re-vealed in the cave of Bethlehem. A star guides the magi to behold Him. Bathed in the light of Jesus' face, the magi show us the way of adoration.They were "called to be holy". In adoration we discover the fullness of God, revealed in the Baptism of Our Lord in the river Jordan. At the baptism, Father, Son and Ho-ly Spirit are all manifested. So too, in adoration, the Trinity is deeply at work, continuing to purify, continuing to illuminate, but also beginning tounite in a more profound way. This is a contemplative conversion and the unitive stage of the spiritual life. Here, Our Lord takes over. I compare itto using your cruise control on your car. When it kicks in you know that its not you pushing the gas. In contemplative prayer, its no longer you think-ing about God, it's God thinking within you. St. Paul writes to those in Corinth who are already sanctified, but called to growth. We too, sanctified by the sacraments, are still called tobecome holier than we are today. We are not perfect. We need to grow in love, for God is love. If we want to live with Him forever, than we mustlearn to love more and more habitually here on earth. One of the best ways to grow in love is to spend time with love, perfect love, in the BlessedSacrament. Jesus is present there, waiting for you.

Gratitude Thanks to all of you who contributed time and treasure during the first half of our fiscal year at St. Stephens. Of the various needs in ourChurch, your parish giving met and exceeded our budgeted hopes. Our overall revenue exceeded budget by $20,320.64. (Budget was $839,970;Actual was $860,290.64) Thank you for your generosity. Our expenses fell short of budget by $84,737.24. (Budget was $840,670.74; Actual was$755,933.50) That leaves us with $105,057.88 variance as of December 31st. Parish giving is our first priority in the stewardship of treasure, along, of course, with the needs of the poor. Secondarily, the Archdioce-san Annual Appeal is critical to maintain the mission of the Archbishop here in Western Washington. We are still $5000 short on our goal of $194,000 as a parish. Please consider helping us reach our goal. Every dollar counts. Thirdly, there is an extraordinary appeal for the Called to Serve as Christ Campaign, which provides for priests and religious in their re-tirement. We currently have pledges for $589,000 of our $1,905,000 goal. If you haven't pledged already, could you prayerfully consider supportingthis campaign. I myself have pledged in honor of those priests who have so worthily served our needs. I think of Fr. Heffernan, who recentlypassed away, or Fr. Roman, who recently was moved to Mt. St. Vincent. Fortunately, they were and are being cared for in a worthy way. I mentioned the poor. They deserve our first dollar. Our world is not always kind. Thanks to your giving and the volunteers who facilitateministries that address various needs, God is caring for the poor here at St. Stephens.

Adore Me in My humility and I will make you humble.Adore Me in My obedience and I will make you obedient.

Adore Me in My prayer to the Father and I will begin to pray My Father in you. - In Sinu Jesu (177)

Words from Fr. Ed

Weekly ReadingsJanuary 23 Thursday of the Second Week in Ordinary Time1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7; Ps 56:2-3, 9-13; Mk 3:7-12January 24 Memorial of Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop andDoctor of the Church 1 Sm 24:3-21; Ps 57:2-4, 6, 11; Mk 3:13-19January 25 Feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul, ApostleActs 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18January 26 Third Sunday in Ordinary TimeIs 8:23—9:3; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Mt 4:12-23

January 19 Second Sunday in Ordinary TimeIs 49:3, 5-6; Ps 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1 Cor 1:1-3; Jn 1:29-34January 20 Monday of the Second Week in Ordinary Time1 Sm 15:16-23; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mk 2:18-22January 21 Memorial of Saint Agnes, Virgin and Martyr1 Sm 16:1-13; Ps 89:20-22, 27-28; Mk 2:23-28January 22 Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of UnbornChildren1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Mk 3:1-6

Jan 20 Monday CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary8:30a –10:30a Darling Dusters10:00 -11:45a Food Bank11a--midnight Eucharistic Adoration3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet6:00p – 8:00p Library6:30p – 7:00p MASS6:30p – 8:00p Fil-Am Choir Practice

Jan 21 Tuesday8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary3a – midnight. Eucharistic Adoration9:20a–11:45a Scripture Study1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet6:30p – 7:00p MASS6:15p – 8:30p Scripture Study

Jan 22 Wednesday12:00a-12:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:00a Morning Prayer & Rosary1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet4:00p – 5:45p Food Bank6:30p -- 7:00p MASS7:00p – 7:45p Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena7:30p - 9:00p Serra Club

Jan 23 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 MASS7:00p – 9:00p RCIA & Adult Confirmation7:15p – 7:45p Most Precious Blood of Jesus Devotion

Jan 24 Friday6:00a – 7:15a Men’s Prayer & Reflection8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a–10:00a Reconciliation3:00a – midnight Eucharistic Adoration10:00 –11:45a Food Bank3:00p – 3:30p Divine Mercy Chaplet

Jan 25 Saturday12:00a--1:00a Eucharistic Adoration6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:00a MASS9:00a – 4:30p Eucharistic Adoration1:00p – 3:00p Library3:00p – 4:00p Reconciliation5:00p – 6:00p Vigil MASS

Jan 26 Sunday6:00a – 8:00a Eucharistic Adoration8:30a – 9:30a MASS9:45a – 11:00 Library11:00- 12:00p MASS12:00p-1:00p Eucharistic Adoration5:00p – 5:30p Library5:30p – 6:30p MASS

Are you a Baptized Catholic Who HasNever Received Confirmation?

Wouldn’t it be a blessing in your life to receive theGIFTS of the Holy Spirit

through Confirmation?Adult Confirmation Sessions Begin January 23rd, 7-9 PM! To learn moreabout our Adult Confirmation program (adults over the age of 19) call ore-mail, Anne Merklin 253-631-1940, ext. 126, orsstmassociate@gmail.com.

Are You or Someone You Know Thinking of Returning to theCatholic Church? While people become separated from active Catho-lic life for all kinds of reasons, Christ extends His invitation of love for allto return home. Contact Bill Swedberg at billswedberg@gmail.com or253-631-1940 ext 121 to learn about our upcoming program.

A Short Course in Catholic Evangelization7:00 PM January 28th, February 4th & 11th

Come for this three-session seminar to explore the truth regarding theCatholic approach to Sharing the Transforming Light of Christ!Evangelization is at it's heart relational - not just making converts, butinviting people into relationship with Christ and the Church by being inrelationship with them themselves. Each 2-hour session combines twopresentations, the core Gospel message, personal reflection, smallgroup sharing and a break. Presentations explore the goal and the meth-ods of Catholic evangelization, foundational attitudes and characteristicsfor effectively sharing your faith.

No charge. Please RSVP at https://ststephenslife.com/how-to-share-your-faith Presented by Dr. Ron Ryan, Projects Coordinator for theArchdiocese of Seattle.

Faith Formation Programs

Valentine’s Dinner – Sstm Senior CitizensOur Confirmation Year 2 candidates will again host a Valentine Din-ner for St. Stephen’s Senior Citizens (Age 65+) on Sunday, Febru-ary 9th, 2020, following the 11:00 am Mass. Sign-up sheets willbecome available on January 19th in the Narthex. ReservationsAre Required. For questions contact Debbie Blomquist at 253-631-6175, ext. 113 or at sstm.youth@gmail.com.

Steubenville NW Catholic Youth ConferenceJuly 23-26, 2020!!

All youth currently in grades 8th to 12th are invited to join 1200+Catholic youth from across the NW for the Steubenville NW Catho-lic Youth Conference which is held in Spokane, WA. We will travelby charter bus to Silverwood Theme Park in Idaho for a day of funon Thursday, July 23rd. That evening we will go to Gonzaga Uni-versity where we will spend Friday to Sunday encountering Jesusin a special way through Music, Mass, Adoration, Engaging Work-shops and Presentations by National Presenters and much more.Registration forms are now available on the Youth Ministry Cart inthe narthex or from the Faith Formation Office. Registration Formsand the $100.00 Deposit are due by Friday, January 24, 2020. Formore information, contact Debbie Blomquist in the Youth MinistryOffice or at sstm.youth@gmail.com or at 253-631-6175, ext. 113

Are you a Baptized CatholicWho has Never Received Confirmation?

Adult Confirmation Sessions Begin January 23rdfrom 7:00 to 9:00 PM! To learn more about our pro-gram (adults over the age of 18 years) contact,Anne Merklin at 253-631-1940, ext. 126, or at:sstmassociate@gmail.com.

REQUIRED Parent Meetings for Wednesday ProgramsJanuary 22: First Reconciliation Retreat (for children in their 2nd

year sacrament “color” classes.) This is a parent/child retreat. Atleast one parent must be with each child.

Parents of Children Receiving First Eucharist This Year.A copy of your child’s Baptism Certificate was due last Wednesday,January 15th. If you haven’t turned in your copy of your Child’s Bap-tism Certificate your child may not be able to receive their First Rec-onciliation along with the other children. Contact the FaithFormation office asap at sstm.yfmoffice@gmail.com or at 253-631-6175, ext. 115.

Please Note: K - 5 Grade Parents if you missed last Wednesday’smandatory ALL Parent Meeting please contact the Faith Formationoffice right away at 253-631-6175, ext. 115 or atsstm.yfmoffice@gmail.com.

Little Saints Preschool! Visit us at ourAnnual Open House after all Masses theweekend of January 18-19, 2020. In themeantime, make an appointment to visitone of our sessions: M W F 9:00-11:30am 3-4 year olds, T Th 9:00-11:30 am 3year olds, M-Th 12:15-2:45 pm 4-5 year

olds. Contact Abbie Nelson at: sstm.littlesaints@gmail.com or at253-631-6175, ext. 123.

Our Next Infant Baptismal Class isSaturday, February 8, 2020. From9:00 am to 12:30 pm in classrooms 128-129. Please take class 3 months prior todesired month of baptism. A $10.00 do-nation per family is appreciated. Forquestions contact Teresa Wright viaemail at: sstm.baptism@gmail.com.

K thru 5th Grade: Wednesday Nights, 6:00-7:15 pmJan 22 (Wed) Religious Ed & Connections Classes and 1st Eucharist Child & Parent

Retreat! (Retreat required for parents of 2nd Year Sacrament students.)Jan 25 (Sat) 1st Reconciliation Ceremony, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (2nd Yr. Sac. Students)Jan 29 (Wed) Religious Ed, 1st Eucharist & Connections Classes

EDGE, 6th thru 8th Grade: Monday Nights, 6:00-7:45 pmJan 18 (Sat) EDGE Theme Night, Saturday, 4:30 - 9:00 pm, includes 5:00 pm Mass!Jan 20 (Mon) NO EDGE Class (Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Break!)Jan 27 (Mon) EDGE Class

Confirmation, 9th thru 12th Grade: Sunday Nights, 6:45-8:30 pmJan 19 (Sun) NO Confirmation Class (Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Break!)Jan 25 & 26 CYC - Archdiocese Conference, Saturday & Sunday!

Adult ProgramsJan 23 (Thurs) Adult Confirmation Program (See Details Below)Feb 08 (Sat) Next Infant Baptismal Class (Details Below)

Monday, January 20th, all are invited to a Candlelight Vigil: Remembering Unborn Babies after 6:30pm Mass Monday, with processionand Eucharistic Adoration until midnight in prayerful support of the March for Life in Olympia.

Tuesday, January 21st, March (to your legislators to ADVOCATE) for Life in Olympia. See details of events of the day,a 60-second video describing the day. All going to Olympia (by bus or carpool) are urged to join the group meetings with theirlegislators. Stop at the Legislative Advocacy narthex table today or download schedules for group meetings with legislators, sug-

gested talking points for meetings, bus transportation options, and more at https://ststephenslife.com/march-for-life. Phone Mary425.235.4911 to see if bus space remains available. Walk-ons welcome only if (limited) space permits.

St. Stephen Housing Association - Thank you to all who gave so generously to St. Stephen Housing Association this holidayseason! We received over $2100 in food and gas cards, which will go directly to the families in our program when they move infrom the shelter or their car, or when they struggle financially. Many thanks to those who adopted a family for Christmas and tothose who made a financial donation. Your generosity will go a long way toward helping a homeless family feel supported as they

find stability! Blessings to all for a wonderful new year! Great news! Alsom please mark your calendars for Saturday, February 1, 2020 for thisSt. Stephen Housing Association's Hope for Housing fundraiser! There will be great food, wine, music and a fantastic silent auction!

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, January 19th from 1:00-2:30 pm in the Chapel. Our topic will be “Life On Hold/Returning to Normal”. For more info, contact Shar-on Rasmussen at 425-228-1437. “The Lord heals the brokenhearted, binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147, 2-3

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, & prac-tical 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. Call Prepares, 206-737-9264, http://preparesforlife.org Homeless & Pregnant? Call Good Counsel Homes,1-800-723-8331, www.goodcounselhomes.org. Find women’s healthcare services at3W Medical Clinic www.3wmedical.org/ in the U-District (206-588-0311). Find localpregnancy centers at www.911babies.com, including Pregnancy Aid in Kent (253-852-1201), Des Moines (253-878-3770), and Next Step in Lynnwood (866-892-5125).

Did you know you can support the March for Life in Olympia ifyou are unable to attend? Please CALL Olympia (800) 562-6000Tuesday, January 21st and ask to send this message to your Senatorand Representatives:

● I am your constituent; and● I "stand for Life" with March for Life, happening in Olympia today!And, please, also support the March for Life in Washington, D.C., by calling (202)224-3121 on Friday, January 24th, and asking to send this message to your Senatorsand Representative:● I am your constituent; and● I "stand for Life" with March for Life, happening in D.C. today!It is FAST, EASY, and you need not be 18 years of age or a registered voter to call.https://ststephenslife.com/legislative-advocacy

.Praying For SickMarie Peacock Albers, Nela Pacleb, Irene Bauman, JoAnna

Bailey, Jim Dougherty, Brian W. French, Lydia Franada,Chad Horky, Mary Byersdorf, Leila Abada, Kelley Chazes,April Sedall, Nicole Paulsen, Shelby Talley, Christina Raf-ferty, Antonio San, Nicolas Nenita, San Nicolas, Rolf Ju,

Emelita Joyosa, Leonora Bernabe, Roselyn Corpuz, JamesVaccaro, Marlene Hill, Teresa Wright, Precilla Del Rosario,Yvonne (Dawn) Kunkle, Jesse Boyovich, Jan Sykes, PhyllisBeaver, Joel Rivera, Julie Fernandez, Saksithan Hak, LanBuck, Joshua Hecox, Charito Rubis Galindo, Rose Herlya,Manny Gutierrez, JJ Conavad, Jim Steckler, Cam-Tu Fu-

long, Ngan Nguyen, Adam Bynum, Xavier Mascaren, EsterHansen,Jesusa Cadalina, Henry de Guzman, Dolores DelaCruz, Nicomedes Rodriguez, Molly Dinsmore, Baby NyhlaWallace, Angelina Rivera, Alexander Diachenko, AdrianAbada, Art Condes, Leticia Dela Cruz Reyes, Douk Ko

Serving in the MilitaryMajor Patrick Warfel, Captain Philip Clay LT Luke Carpen-ter (deployed) Stephen Snelling, Zachary Cullers, (Japan)

Jack Cullers in US, Zenaida Roth, Sydney MunnDeaths September-December

Amorsolo Panlasigui, Charlie Buennagel, Chau Anna Ngo,Angela Pitardi, Dick Dobrowski, Helen Foglia, Lisa Kings-

bury, Ollie Burton, Lillian May HansenTo 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 TeresaWright, at 425-255 0301 or teresa2pray@gmail.com

Human Life and Justice

Volunteers We Need Your Help….Terrific Tuesday Meals Is Back Feb. 2020! We will also be at StStephens Apr., June, Aug., Oct., Dec. 2020. Below is the TTM schedule for a typical Tuesday night prepar-ing and serving here: In Feb. we are also serving at Holy Spirit in downtown Kent where we need volun-teers too. FOOD HANDLERS PERMIT IS NEEDED TO PREP/SERVE ANY FOOD OR BEVERAGES.Contact: terrifictuesdaymeals@gmail.com to get into the schedule for Feb. and ask questions.

5:45—table hosts (they can eat a meal at a table and just visit with theguests)/ meal servers arrive6:00 DINNER IS SERVED6:15---kitchen cleanup begins6:30---custodial duties of hall begins as guests finish their dinner (thisincludes help getting all garbage to the dumpster) USUALLY WE AREFINISHED BETWEEN 7:00-7:15

2:30---kitchen sanitize and set up for the meal prep3:00---meal prep begins4:30—set up in hall: resources on resource table/chairs/tabletops with word search games etc./wrapping utensils in napkins5:00---beverage cart set up and serving begins5:30---dishwashing begins in the kitchen

Under the Patronage of Saint Teresa of CalcuttaContact: Darlene SimpsonOffice Phone: 253-631-1940 etc 127 Email: darsimpson@gmail.com

Food Bank In Outreach Building Mon‛s & Fri‛s 10am - 11:45am Wednesday‛s 4pm - 5:45pm

Outreach Ministry

Needed this week: Peanut Butter, deodorant, laundry detergent, Hamburger Helper, instant potatoes, Top Ramen, spaghetti sauce, cookingoil, sugar, flour, pancake mix, T-paper and bath soap. We need gift cards. With holidays upon us, we always try to provide a little extra.We especially need general gift cards, i.e., Fred Meyer, Target and gas cards. McDonalds' and Subway gift cards are always appreciat-ed too. Please support our food bank with prayers and donations so that we can support others! Thank you for your generosity!Number of families served last week 18

St. Stephens' Medical Closet - The St. Stephen's Medical Closet provides free and easy access to medical equipment for St. Stephen's pa-rishioners and their families. Parishioners can borrow donated equipment for as long as they need it, returning it when the need is no longerthere. There are no fees. We run solely on charitable community giving. If you are in need of medical equipment or would like to donate medi-cal equipment, please contact one of the following team members: Donna Williamson 253-854-1290 Willi3_5@q.com or Jennifer Walker 253-985-0109.

From Our Library - She obviously was unfamiliar with St. Stephen's and was looking around. My greeting seemed to surprise her, but thenshe surprised me. She asked if there was a Bible available. She had never seen one! And that dear sisters and brothers is why the librarycollects bibles to give to anyone in need. Maybe you have an extra bible you would like to donate. You might be the one to open up the wordof God to someone in need.

Save the Date: The St. Anthony School Open House for prospective families and their students for the 2020/2021school year will take place on Sunday, January 26th.St. Anthony School’s Open House for Prospective Students and their Families is on Sunday, January 26th from 10:15am to 1:30 pm. Stop in anytime during those hours to meet our Principal and Teachers, tour the school, and learn about the

education your students can receive at St. Anthony School. Individual tours of the school are available now by appointment. Contact Jill Eatonat 425.255.0059 or by email at eaton@sasr.org to schedule one. Pre-registration forms are due back to the school by Tuesday, February 11,2020. St. Anthony School has been educating students since 1927 with a Catholic focused curriculum that encourages excellence in academ-ics, service, and charity.

Marian Eucharistic Conference - Spreading the Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Saturday, February 1, 2020“Those in attendance will be evangelized with the heart and soul of the message of the Flame of Love (Jesus himself in the form ofthe Holy Spirit) of the Immaculate Heart of Mary force engaging in the battle of spiritual warfare for the salvation of souls.” - FatherJohn Struzzo, C.S.C. Immaculate Conception Church, 820 18th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122 A voluntary freewill offering will be collectedto help cover the costs of the conference and dinner. Seating is limited and on a first come basis. To register by January 25, 2020 or

for more information, please call Teresa at 206-530-0037 or email flameoflove2020@gmail.com

Saint Vincent De Paul - In the Gospel after Jesus was baptized, John testified saying, “I saw the Spirit come down like adove…and remain upon him.” As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, know that you are a sign ofGod’s Spirit of love to those who are suffering. You are invited to our meeting the evening of Thursday, January 23rd at 7:15 pm in

the parish work room. The focus of this meeting will be to share what we do, how you can help and to answer your questions. For more infor-mation call or email China Krismer at 206-393-0672 / china@khouseagent.com

St. Stephen's Women's Guild - All women of the parish are invited to be part of this wonderful ministry. We serve the Lord and communityof St. Stephen's primarily by hosting funeral receptions. Please join us in the Social Hall on Wednesday, February 12, at 9:30 am for food andfellowship. Our meeting will follow. Questions? Contact Carol @ 425-255-8584

Please join the Girlfriends at our upcoming events. All women (age 18+) are invited! The Lit & Lattes Group isreading The 13th Gift: A True Story of A Christmas Miracle by Joanne Huist. Please join us for conversation and fun onTuesday, January 14th at 7 pm in the St. Stephens Room. Please contact Vicki at vkennerud@comcast.net or 253-859-

8664 to RSVP or for any questions. The Movie Mavens are planning to see the film Just Mercy in January. Please contact Vicki atvkennerud@comcast.net to be added to the email list when details are finalized.

The Honduras Mission Team is travelling to Honduras this February and is collecting items for the chil-dren in Honduras, such as: school backpacks, school supplies, bedding, new children’s underwear andsocks, toiletries, arts & craft supplies. Please bring donated items to the box in the Narthex. Cash donationsare always welcome as we will be working on projects at the orphanages that require purchase of neededsupplies upon our arrival. Thank you for continuing to support the children of Honduras! Que Dios los bendi-ga! For questions regarding donations please contact: Debbie at (206) 755-6628 or ddullenty@comcast.net

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 12:00 PM on the Friday aweek before the weekend you wish it to appear (8 days in advance). Notices about parish events or items of interest to the parish are welcome, how-ever posting cannot be guaranteed. Email notices to: ourbulletin@gmail.com.

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 Jockim Xavier Dasan ext 103 jockimdasan@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 Before the retreat my life was full of anger, my cross was heavy, and I wasangry with myself; on retreat I went through detox because that is what it is like to be filled with pain, anger, and frustration. Now I amfeeling my healing and my resurrection to this new life God has given me. He has fed me with His word, His Mass and His commun-

ion. -Testimonial. Your healing after abortion can most certainly be a resurrection to a new life that you thought would never be yours again.Ask Him to give you the courage to take that step towards Him. He will do everything else. Rest in Him on a Rachel’s Vineyard™ Retreat andcome alive again. Call Aleah at 206-920-6413 Project Rachel is a program of Catholic Community Services. www.ccsww.org/projectrachelYou are loved with an everlasting Love!

Parish Stewardship GivingMaintenance Reserve $600Christian Social Action $1,297

To Our Parish: Budget Actual DifferenceLast Weekend $29,747 $33,619 $3,872Fiscal Year to Date $845,810 $809,641 -$36,169

Our Other Giving:December 14 & 15, 2019

Friday Mornings for Men Men’s Prayer and Reflection All men are invited to joinour weekly time of prayer and reflection from 6:00 – 7:15 AM in the Church hall. Donutsare served at 6:00 with morning prayer at 6:15. The upcoming Sunday Gospel reading isthen read and discussed in the style of lectio divina. No registration is required. Forquestions please contact Bill Swedberg at 253-631-1940 ext 121 orbillswedberg@gmail.com.

Monday January 20th

Night before the March for Life in Olympia

St. Stephen the Martyr Church

Candlelight Vigil:Remembering Unborn Babies

6:30 PM Mass

Adoration* of the

Blessed Sacramentuntil midnight in prayerful support of the

March for Life in Olympia

*Sign up for Adoration times in Narthex (beginning Jan. 6th )

Followed by Procession with Prayer and Song to Memory Garden

A Short Course in Catholic Evangelization7:00 - 9:00 PM

January 28th, February 4th & 11thCome for this three-session seminar to explore the truth regarding the Catholic approach to

Sharing the Transforming Light of Christ!Evangelization is at it's heart relational - not just making converts, but inviting people into relationship

with Christ and the Church by being in relationship with them themselves.

Each 2-hour session combines

Presentations explore the goal and the methods of Catholic evangelization, foundational attitudes andcharacteristics for effectively sharing your faith.

No charge. Please RSVP at https://ststephenslife.com/how-to-share-your-faithChildcare Available: Contact Maria by January 21 at 253-631-6175 ext 115

Presented by Dr. Ron Ryan.Ron has a doctorate in ministry andhas served in full-time lay ecclesialministry in various parish and cate-chetical roles for 43 years.

St Stephen the Martyr Church13055 SE 192nd St. Renton, WAQuestions: 253-631-1940 ext 121

▪ Personal reflection times▪ Small group sharing

▪ Two presentations▪ Focus on the core Gospel message▪ Refreshment break

Are you a Baptized CatholicWho has Never Received Confirmation?

Wouldn’t it be a blessing in your life to receive the GIFTS of theHoly Spirit through Confirmation?

Adult Confirmation Sessions Begin January 23rd, 7-9 PM!

To learn more about our Adult Confirmation program (adultsover the age of 19 years) call or e-mail, Anne Merklin 253-631-1940,ext. 126, or sstmassociate@gmail.com.

IS THERE A MISSINGPIECE IN YOUR LIFE?

(A Ministry of St. Stephen the Martyr Parish)

Looking ahead to September, 2020!Make a note on your calendar to visit us at our annual Open House after all Masses

the weekend of January 18-19, 2020.

In the meantime, make an appointment to comevisit one of our sessions:

M, W, F 9:00-11:30 3-4 year oldsT, Th 9:00-11:30 3 year olds

M-Th 12:15-2:45 4-5 year olds

Contact Abbie Nelsonsstm.littlesaints@gmail.com 253-631-6175 (ext. 123)

We look forward to seeing you!

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