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WEEKLY CALENDAR SUN. APRIL 17, 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal Kick Off Scrip Sales after all Masses

8:00 AM Mass

9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour

10:00 AM Mass with CLOW

11:15 Sunday School

4:00 PM Youth Group

4:30 PM Reconciliation

5:00 PM Mass MON. APRIL 18, 2016

7:45 AM Mass

8:30 AM Rosary TUES. APRIL 19, 2016

7:45 AM Communion Service

6:30 PM JustFaith

7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal WED. APRIL 20, 2016

5:30 PM Finance Council Meeting

6:00 PM Reconciliation

6:30 PM Mass THURS. APRIL 21, 2016

8:45 AM Mass

9:30 AM Peaceful Crafters FRI. APRIL 22, 2016

7:45 AM Mass

SAT. APRIL 23, 2016

10:00 AM 1st Eucharist Rehearsal

10:00 AM Saturday Morning Prayer Group Parish Center, Lower Level SUN. APRIL 24, 2016 ACA Ask 2

8:00 AM Mass

9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour

10:00 AM Mass with 1st Eucharist

11:15 AM Sunday School

11:15 AM 1st Eucharist Reception

4:00 PM Youth Group

4:30 PM Reconciliation

5:00 PM Mass

LITURGIES

SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2016

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Acts 13:14,43-52 Ps 100:1-2,3,5 Rv 7:9,14b-17 Jn 10:27-30 8:00 AM Mass (RIP) Gaetano Borriello by Rosa Borriello 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Doris Roberts by Vicky Briones 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2016 Acts 11:1-18 Pss 42:2-3; 43:3-4 Jn 10:1-10 7:45 AM Mass (RIP) Nancy Hebestreit TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2016 Acts 11:19-26 Ps 87:1b-7 Jn 10:22-30 7:45 AM Communion Service WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2016 Acts 12:24—13:5a Ps 67:2-3,5-6,8 Jn 12:44-50 6:30 PM Mass ((RIP) Nancy Hebestreit THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2016 St. Anselm, Bishop, Doctor of the Church Acts 13:13-25 Ps 89:2-3,21-22,25,27 Jn 13:16-20 8:45 AM Mass (INT) St. Benedict Church FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2016 Acts 13:26-33 Ps 2:6-11b Jn 14:1-6 7:45 AM Mass (RIP) Nancy Hebestreit SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016 St. George, Martyr; St. Adalbert, Bishop, Martyr Acts 13:44-52 Ps 98:1-4 Jn 14:7-14

SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2016

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Acts 14:21-27 Ps 145:8-13 Rv 21:1-5a Jn 13:31-33a, 34-35 8:00 AM Mass (RIP) Joseph & Lucy Ciaravalli by Rosa Borriello 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Maria B. Cabansag by Lucrey & Rose Cabansag 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict

PRAY FOR THOSE THAT ARE SICK Arlette Fellores, Chris Durbin, Elma Boitano,

Alex Small, Dan Reilly, Tom Weber, Willie Kleffner, Zeny Zimmerman, Lorraine Pike, Bill Brown, Tony Horner, Victoria Frantz, Robert Barnes,

Norm Taylor, Lori Anderson and Charlene Madison

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From deacon Roy’s desk

Worship & spiritual life

THE CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY Feed the hungry; Give Drink to the Thirsty;

Clothe the Naked; Visit the Imprisoned Shelter the Homeless; Visit the Sick; Bury the Dead

THE SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY To instruct the ignorant; To counsel the doubtful; To admonish sinners; To bear wrongs patiently;

To forgive offences willingly; To comfort the afflicted; To pray for the living and the dead.

FAMILY MASS Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for Mass at 6:30 PM. Bring the kids and enjoy the gift of daily mass. Kids can bring a stuffed animal to snuggle and share God's love. Everyone is welcome; please help spread the word!

ST. BENEDICT PARISH PILGRAMAGE TO WALK THROUGH THE DOORS OF MERCY

Deacon Roy has arranged for a St. Benedict pilgrimage to St. James Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday, May 15

th from 3:00 to

4:30 PM. We will begin with a brief prayer before and after walk-ing through the doors. Then we will take a short tour (about 30-40 minutes) of the Cathedral. You will have time to spend a few minutes in prayer and are invited to join us in Vespers that begin at 4:00 PM. The entire visit will take about 90 minutes and we will meet at the church and travel in a procession to the Cathedral. Join us and receive your plenary indulgence.

ALL-PARISH PASTORAL PLANNING GATHERING APRIL 27

TH AT 7:00PM, SCHOOL CAFETERIA

On February 21st, the bulletin included a letter from Arch-

bishop Sartain and some additional information about the North Seattle Deanery Planning Process. Representa-tives from our parish and school attended a deanery meeting on February 29

th, and were presented with the

current goals of our deanery and demographic infor-mation. Please join us for an all-parish gathering about the planning process. We will share the same materials that were presented at the deanery convocation and have an opportunity for discussion with specific consideration to possibilities for our parish community. The demograph-ic information can be previewed online at www.stbens.net. Please RSVP online or by calling the parish office at 206-632-0843.

Dear Sisters and Brothers:

On April 8th, Pope Francis published his much awaited papal exhortation, Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love), on love in

our families. He does not change Church teaching in any way but encourages all pastors, really all of us, to exercise care and compassion when working with couples and families whose relationships are in need of pastoral care. In last week’s bulletin, we shared a statement by Archbishop Peter Sartain about Amoris Laetitia which he describes as a docu-ment of hope. He writes: “It reminds us of the great blessing married couples and families bestow on all of society.” And your families truly do that in every way.

In the past several weeks, I have had firsthand experience with the actions of the Holy Spirit in bringing families and cou-ples back to the Church for pastoral assistance like Pope Francis is describing. Adults are coming forward to be con-firmed in the Church; couples who were married outside the Church are coming for the sacramental blessing of their marriages; parents are bringing their children for baptism; men and women seeking to be remarried in the Church are asking for assistance with the annulment process. All of these are great sacramental moments of grace in their lives and the lives of the parish and wider Church. Let us rejoice at how God is working in our lives just as He did in the lives of the Apostles after Jesus’ resurrection and ascension into Heaven!

Fr. Bryan and I are here to assist you, your spouse, and your family with anything that needs to be set right sacramental-ly in the life of your family. Thank you for coming back to Church every Sunday and seeking the sacraments regularly. We rejoice with you in God’s grace and look forward to travelling this path of Divine Mercy and Love with you.

Many continued Easter blessings…….

Your brother in Christ, Deacon Roy

ST. GEORGE & ST. ADALBERT St. George was a soldier from Syria who was in the guard of em-peror Diocletian. Although historians feel that he did, in fact, exist, the details of his life have been obscured by the many legends that grew up around him. The Golden Legend relates the ac-count of George slaying a dragon. He is honored by Catholics, Anglicans, Lutherans, the Orthodox and even adherents of Islam. Depicted in art as a soldier on a white horse carrying a white shield with a red cross (known as St. George’s Cross), slaying a dragon. This cross is displayed on the flags of several countries including England and Georgia. St. Adalbert came from a wealthy Czech family. He became bishop of Prague before the age of thirty, but resigned because paganism persisted among the Christians there. Adalbert went to Rome and became a Benedictine monk but after 4 years, the pope sent him back to Prague to resume his role. He founded the first monastery of the Czech region, but during and uprising, all of his brothers were murdered. He went on to evangelize in Hunga-ry, Poland and Prussia where following the Christian missionar-ies, he chopped down the sacred oak trees to show the people that the trees were not supernatural. He was executed for this. He is the patron saint of Bohemia, Poland, and Prussia and is honored by both Catholics and Orthodox churches.

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stewardship

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE Paul and Barnabas encountered both violent rejection and joyful acceptance of the message that they preached. We, too, may meet with mixed reactions when we use our gifts in the service of God. But, the Gospel assures us, the reward for those who follow faithfully is eternal life.

SCHOOL NEWS

HOSPITALITY HOUR Please join our hosts!

8:00 AM Len & Judy Andrews 10:00 AM The Stewardship Committee

We can use your help for future coffee hours, there is no cost to host other than your time and energy, the parish provides the rest. Sign up in the school cafeteria or call the Parish Office at 206-632-0843. Take a moment to consider hosting a coffee hour and get-ting to know your fellow parishioners.

ALL PARISH GROUNDS CLEANUP Meet in front of the church April 23

rd from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM.

at 9:00am. There will a limited supply of tools available, so we ask that you please bring any gardening tools, if you have them. If anyone has a pressure washer please bring it. The Parish will supply compost bags and dumpster. All children are welcome but must be under an adult’s supervision. Senior/Junior High Stu-dents this is a great way to get Community Service Hours needed for school. We will break for Lunch at Noon for 30 minutes, fol-lowed by a quick clean up and then be done for the day. Please contact either the Parish Office at 206-632-0843 or email Anita Hardwick at a.hardwick@stbens.net if you will be eating lunch. “Many hands make light work,” so all are welcome and bring a friend.

ST. BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL’S 2016 SPRING MUSICAL The African savannah comes to life on our stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unfor-gettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle... and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.

Thursday, April 28, 2015: Dress Rehearsal @ 1PM; Performance @ 7PM Friday, April 29, 2015: Performance @ 7PM

Saturday, April 30, 2015: Dinner Theater Performance @ 6PM (Adults Only) Contact Danae H. 206.525.9471 or danaeb@gmail.com

Enjoy the show!

Pastoral Council

SPRING TEA LUNCHEON Saturday, May 7th is the 11th Annual Tea Luncheon. Doors open at Noon and the Tea will be from 12:30 -3:00 PM in the St. Benedict School Auditorium. Tickets are $12, with advance sales today and next weekend (4/24) after Mass in the church vestibule. This year’s Tea benefits Esperanza International in their effort to help build homes in Tijuana, Mex-ico. Our St. Benedict team will be making the trip in early July to support in support of this effort. All are welcome and there are many volunteer opportunities to help with the Tea. (Table hostess, sandwich makers, cookie bakers, set up or clean up.) If you are new to the parish, this is a great way to meet members of the community. If you are unfamiliar with the event, or would like to know more, please contact the Parish Office @ 206-632-0843 or email b.ortiz@stbens.net.

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL This year’s Annual Catholic Appeal has us reflect upon A Future Full of Hope: Passion for our Faith, Promise for our Future, Care for our Community, and Love for our Family. Please prayerfully consider giving to the needs of our Archdiocese as we conduct the 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal over the next four weeks. Our witness speaker this year is Father Bryan Dolejsi, who will speak to us next weekend. Thank you if you have already made your gift to the Appeal! If you haven’t yet, please return your pledge envelope to-day or donate online: www.seattlearchdiocese.org/donate.

GRADUATION Cabrini Ministry Training invites you to our 2016 Graduation Mass on Monday, April 18

th at 7:00 PM

in St. James Cathedral. Come support this year’s graduates and learn about our program and connect with other pastoral care ministers. Alumni are en-couraged to participate in the liturgy by renewing their own commitment to Cabrini Ministry. Reception im-

mediately following in the Cathedral Place Hall. Please join us in congratulating our parishioner Margaret Alquist.

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Faith formation

What else is happening

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUP NEED YOU Join our volunteer team for Sunday School and Youth Group! Whether it is teaching the class, or assisting with activities, there is a place for everyone to help. If you are available to volunteer, please contact Lucy Gillett at Parish Center.

WEEKLY KIDS’ RIDDLES What’s full of holes but still holds water? Stay posted for the answer in next week’s bul-letin! Last week’s answer: How many months have 28 days? All 12 months!

SACRAMENTS Now is the time to be preparing to receive your sacra-ments in the church. If Baptism, 1

st Reconciliation, 1

st

Eucharist or Marriage is on your mind, contact Deacon Roy at dn.roy@stbens.net for more information to discuss and prepare. As a reminder, every 1

st Saturday, Fr. Bry-

an will offer the anointing of the sick. If you know some-one that may need anointing, bring them to this Mass.

SAVE THE DATE!! Sr. Simone Campbell (The Nun on the Bus) will speak on Tues, May 10

th, 7:00 PM at The Well, in the United Meth-

odist Church of Queen Anne located at 1605 5th Ave W in

Seattle Her tours have drawn thousands of listeners and her book "The Nun on the Bus" has touched thousands more. Her work will soon be made into a documentary, but you'll have a chance to see her in person. In this election year it is more important than ever to hear what she has to say about Washington DC politics and the con-cerns she has with upcoming elections.

JOIN ST. BEN’S WALKERS! The new “Early Walkers” group will start April 11

th at 6:15

AM on M,T, W, F and at 7:15 AM on Thursdays. The “Wed Eve Walkers” start April 13

th at 7:10 PM. What suits

your schedule? After Drop off (8:30 AM)? After Mass? Afternoons? Evenings? Need a slower paced walk to get up to speed? Contact the Parish Office 206-632-0843 to inquire further. Join Us!

JOIN US AT SUNDAY SCHOOL! Bring your K-5

th graders by the Parish Center after the

10:00 AM Mass today for Sunday School! We have lots of fun crafts and games to share with you, and of course donuts! Yum! Please contact Lucy Gillett in the Parish Center to sign up or to volunteer.

1st

EUCHARIST Our 1

st Eucharist class will receive this Sacrament on

Sunday, April 24th. Please add these students to your prayers as the prepare for their special occasion.

“Sharing Communion and Mercy with Those in Isolation”

Cabrini Ministry Training invites you to a Spring Retreat and Luncheon on Saturday, May 7

th from 10 :00 AM -1 PM at

Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall. Explore how God’s mercy is made available to us through the Eucharist and how we can share that mercy with others who are afflicted or isolated. Join us for prayer, reflection, and lunch! Presented by John Simpson, CMT teacher and Carla Loucks, CMT Executive Director. Regis-ter at 206-760-0583 x3 or www.cabriniministry.org

SEATTLE MEN’S CONFERENCE-IRON SHARPENS IRON 4 — MANHOOD IN THE YEAR OF MERCY

Saturday, April 23rd

at Mary, Queen of Peace Parish, Sammamish. Featuring Archbishop J. Peter Sartain, Bishop Eu-sebio Elizondo and others. $50 registration includes lunch. Online at www. seattlemensconference.org for more information.

VIVA! A WEEKEND RETREAT For Single Catholic Women (ages 20-40). Exploring a call to be-come a Sister. Sisters from different orders will facilitate the Viva! Retreat. Contact Sr. Lucy at lucywynkoop@gmail.com or 360-438-2595. Registration deadline is May 6th with a fee of $10 for the entire weekend of May 14

th 9:30 AM to May 15

th at 3:00 PM.

YOUTH GROUP TONIGHT! We look forward to seeing all Middle Schoolers at Youth Group tonight, 4:00-6:00 pm, as we will be attending 5pm Mass. East snacks, play games, and chat with new friends!

Human concerns social justice

FIGHTING HUNGER IN WALLINGFORD 2016 We want to call attention to one of our St. Benedict Kindergarten-ers who had a birthday this month. He had a party and instead of gifts, he asked the attendees (others from St. Benedict) to bring a can of food for the foodbank. When you celebrate your 6th birth-day and use that celebration to selflessly give to the community, it is an outward sign of God’s love that he is learning and practicing. Thank you and blessings to our kindergarten class.

ANNUAL JUBILEE DINNER Coming up on Saturday, May 14th is HCSJ'S Dinner for the women at Jubilee Women's Center. This year we are doing a Spanish themed dinner with paella so a chance to help and learn a new recipe. We can use volunteers for pre-work in the morning and to help with the actual meal that night. For more information and to volunteer contact Len Kannapell at kannapell@yahoo.com.

FAMILY LIFE CONFERENCE April 30

th, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMSt. Pius Church in Mount Vernon.

Additional information on the bulletin board in the vestibule.

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