1 PASTORAL ASSISTANTS: Liturgy Mary Smith 966-0830 Youth Ministry Jared Klingele 965-3471 Children’s EducaƟon: (3yrs-8th Grade) Rose Meyer 966-0788 Adult Faith FormaƟon: Amy Baumgardner 966-5344 Office Manager & FaciliƟes Rental: Jaci Holzer 966-0830 ExecuƟve Assistant to the Pastor Dolores Nesta 966-0830 5315 Tieton Dr. Yakima, WA 98908 Phone: 509-966-0830 Fax: 509-965-1742 OFFICE HOURS Mon., Wed.-Fri. 9:00am-Noon 1:00pm-5:00 pm Tuesday 10:00am-Noon 1:00pm-5:00pm www.holyfamilyyakima.org offi[email protected]MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5:00 PM (Vigil Mass) Sunday 7:00 AM 9:00 AM 11:00 AM (Bilingual) 6:30 PM (Youth) LaƟn Mass 1:30 PM (2nd Sunday of the Month) Weekdays In the Chapel 7:00 AM & 12:15 PM Saturday 8:15 AM RECONCILIATION Every Saturday 3:00-4:00 PM Other Ɵmes by Appointment Rev. César Vega-Mendoza Rev. Michael Brzezowski V. Rev. Michael Ibach J.C.L. Rev. Thomas Lane Ed Weber Deacon John Cornell Deacon James Kramper
Rev. César Vega-Mendoza Rev. Michael Brzezowski V. Rev. Michael Ibach J.C.L. Rev. Thomas Lane
Ed Weber
Deacon John Cornell
Deacon James Kramper
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Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 21, 2017
Mr. John Cornell Ordination April 22, 1989
Celebrates 28th year Anniversary
Mr. James Kramper Ordained November 17, 1987
Celebrates 30th year Anniversary
V. Rev. Michael Ibach J.C.L. Ordained May 26, 1973
Celebrates 44th year Anniversary
Rev. César Vega M. Ordained May 21, 2004
Celebrates 13th year Anniversary
Rev. Thomas Vincent Lane Ordained May 23, 1964
Celebrates 53rd year Anniversary
THANK YOU FOR ANSWERING THE CALL OF THE LORD
Our Priests
Our Permanent Deacons
Rev. Michael Brzezowski Ordained May 26, 2000
Celebrates 17th year Anniversary
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I
consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.”
Jer. 1:5
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Are you being called to walk the journey with families in our community?
Go to: preparesforlife.org. This video features a
Prepares family in our community who is being served by our Prepares team! Any Questions contact
Sandy Kahle @ 509-225-0600
SING PRAISE TO GOD, ALL THE EARTH. Second Reading 1 Peter 3:15-18
Be ready to give explanation for your hope in Christ.
Gospel Reading John 14:15-21
Jesus promises his disciples that he will send them another advocate, the Spirit of truth.
SEMINARIANS! Bishop Tyson has encouraged us to pray for vocations to
the priesthood and religious life. Henrry Christopher Méndez is studying at Mount Angel Seminary. Please
keep him and those who are considering vocations in your prayers.
First Reading Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
The people of Samaria accept the Gospel of Jesus proclaimed to them by Philip
READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 28th, 2017 1st Reading: Acts 1:12-14
2nd Reading: 1 Peter 4:13-16 Gospel: John 17:1-11a
Sacred Heart Radio 88.1 FM
UNION GOSPEL MISSION CLINIC HOURS:
Tue. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Wed. 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm Thurs. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fri. 9:00 pm to 3:00 pm Sat. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm 1300 N. 1st St. Yakima, WA 98901
Catholics Returning Home If you are a Catholic who has been away from the Church for a
while, or know someone who has, this invitation is for you. Our faith community is incomplete without you. No matter how long
you have been away, and for whatever reason, we invite you to consider renewing your relationship
with the Catholic Church. Catholics Returning Home will meet in the bride’s room following the
9 am mass beginning May 21st. Brochures are at the end of the pews or at the
welcome desk in the foyer. For more information contact Amy at the adult faith formation office.
The mystery of the Trinity can be diffi-cult for us to grasp. Today’s Gospel
invites us to consider how the three per-sons-Father-, Son and Holy Spirit–
work together so that God’s salvation is made known to us. Jesus’ mission is continued through the activity of the
Holy Spirit in the lives of his disciples. We have received this same Spirit
through our Baptism. The Spirit, living and working within us, reveals the mys-
tery of God’s love for us. Just as the first disciples were not left orphaned,
we are not orphaned; we remain in God’s embrace through the gift of the
Holy Spirit. Gather your family and invite each
family member to say what he or she knows about the Holy Spirit. Read
aloud today’s Gospel, John 14:15-21. What does Jesus say the Holy Spirit
will do for the disciples? Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, we come to
share in the love of God made known to us in Jesus. Pray together, thanking
God for this gift of the Holy Spirit by praying the Prayer to the Holy Spirit.
Prayer to the Holy Spirit Come, Holy Spirit fill the hearts of your faithful. And kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And you will renew the face of the earth Lord, by the light of the Holy Spirit you have taught the hearts of your faithful. In the same Spirit Help us to relish what is right and always rejoice in your consolation. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Family Connection www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic-faith/
Monday, May 29th A Mass will be
offered for all who have served & died in the Armed Forces of
our nation at 12:15PM. A Mass
will also be offered at Calvary Cemetery for
all who are buried there, especially mili-
tary veterans at 10:00AM.
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WELCOME TO HOLY FAMILY CHURCH If this is your first time at Holy Family, welcome and be sure to pick up a registration card at the Welcoming Desk or call the Parish Office at 966-0830 and we will be glad to assist you. If you are looking for a church
home, we invite you to become a member of Holy Family.
Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 21, 2017
Announcements
Using the outdoors and the sacraments for the formation of fathers and their sons age 6 to 18.
Join Us! •Learn outdoor skills, “manly”/life skills •Foster your faith and love for the sacraments and voca-tions
SUNDAY, May 21st Donations Suggested. Proceeds go towards
council projects.
There will be construction activity at the Holy Family School site
commencing in June 2017. If
you are a contractor or a sub-contractor
and would like to know where and when to submit a bid, you may call Matt Sevigny, the project’s general
contractor, at (509) 949-3547.
Matching Challenge: Let’s Raise Funds for Seminarians! Seminarian education is one of the biggest expenses for our dio-cese (Fiscal Year 2017-18: $702,400 about $50,170 per seminari-an). Investing in the formation and education of each of our seminarians is also one of the diocese’s biggest priorities – it’s critical to the future of our Church. There is a great opportunity to make your every dollar count – twice – in donations to educate our future priests! The Diocese of Yakima was awarded a Matching Challenge Grant from Cath-olic Extension, who has agreed to provide matching dollars of up to $25,000 for funds raised locally for a seminarian education endowment fund. We are also blessed to partner locally and have the commitment of an additional $40,000 in matching dollars. Our diocesan goal is to raise $140,000 by December 31 of this year. Ways to Support Those “Answering God’s Call”: Formas de apoyar los que han "Respondiendo a la llamada de Dios": 1. Donating $1,000 or more– Designated to the Seminarian En-dowment Challenge • One-time payment, monthly, or quarterly (must be paid before December 31, 2017) • Credit card, check, or cash (Make check payable to Diocese of Yakima on note write (“Seminarian Endowment Challenge”)
• Mail to: Att: Alma Benitez, 5301 Tieton Drive, Suite A, Yakima, WA 98908 1. Donating less than $1,000 – Designated to the Priests vs. Seminarians Soccer Event • One-time payment • Credit card, check, or cash (Make check payable to Diocese of Yakima on note write (“Priests vs. Semi-narian Soccer Event”) • Pooled Funds will contribute towards Diocesan Goal • Must be paid before August 6, 2017. • Mail to: Att: Alma Benitez, 5301 Tieton Drive, Suite A, Yakima, WA 98908 Let’s all do our part to meet our goal and generously support our seminarians and future priests who are so needed in Central Washington! Anyone wishing to make a contribution, organize a fund-raising event, or ask a question about the endowment program may contact Alma Benitez, Director of Stewardship and Development, at (509) 367-5299 or [email protected].
Diaconal Ordination With praise and gratitude to Almighty God, the Diocese of
Yakima and the Alatorre-Silva family invite you to attend Jesús Alatorre’s Diaconal Ordination.
Parish will take a bus to St. Joseph Church in Wenatchee for the ordination to the Transitional Deacon of Jesus Alatorre on Friday, May 26th. Call the office ASAP to reserve your seat. Dead-line is May 18th, cost is $10 per person and we are not able to refund if your plans change. The bus will leave Holy Family parking lot at 3:00 pm sharp and will return to Holy Family at 12:30pm. Call the parish office if you have any ques-tions @ 966-0830.
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Throughout high school I was blessed with many dif-ferent friends that spanned several types of “cliques.” From the band geeks to the church kids and every-where in between, I knew that I usually had some so-cial event going on that weekend. While these occa-sions may not have been the place-to-be in the county that night, it still felt good to hang out with people and enjoy each other’s company while doing simply fun things (board games, eating unhealthy amounts of chips, typical teenage behavior). Once we all graduated however, the nights filled with pizzas and Mario Kart were few and far between. On top of that, it felt like every night I would see more and more of my friends participate in activities that, for lack of a better term, weren’t the holiest things to be doing. Scrolling through social media I saw the parties that I wasn’t invited to with people that appeared to be having the time of their lives. While I was still having fun with the people that decid-ed to keep having fun while still trying to fight sin, see-ing all the other people around me celebrate the “YOLO” lifestyle made me feel like I was missing out on something. Even when I did hang out with the few friends that I had that also avoided the party lifestyle, I had a sense that I was still missing out on some-thing. That while this might be entertaining, I was missing out on some fun. All it took to change my mindset was a week at (almost) Heaven-on-Earth: Camp Covecrest.
The Mountains are Calling During all of my years as a high school student, I could never go to a Life Teen summer camp because of aca-demic obligations. So the summer after I graduated high school was my first possible year to even attend the camp. I signed up to go because for the past four years I had heard everybody and their mother (literally, the mothers would go as chaperones) talk about how amazing the camp was. Ultimately, I want-ed to be reminded that it’s possible to have extreme fun while still living a saint-like life. When I showed up to the camp, I was immediately greeted with an immense amount of joy, love, and more joy (repetition intended). I had a general idea of what was going to happen that week because of all the things that my friends told me, but what I experienced that week was more than just amazing sunrises and running around in the mud. I experienced what it felt to live fully in the sacraments and in relationship with Jesus. I’ve heard people describe going to a Life Teen sum-mer camp as “50% camp, 50% Jesus” and they were absolutely right. Rafting down a river during the day and Adoration during the night; it was like I was Bear Grylls at a seminary.
Rest in His Arms Now, while the typical summer camp activities (craft-making, ultimate frisbee, etc.) were fun in their own right, the true joy of that camp was more than that.
Seeking Fun and Finding Joy The source of the joy for all of the missionaries and campers were meeting Jesus in the sacra-ments, which were offered on a daily basis. I wasn’t unfamiliar with the sacraments but having them be the focus of each day was com-pletely new to me. What’s crucial to know about the sacraments and how much we need them in our lives is that they are an outward display of God’s grace. If we are to aspire to have a life filled with joy, we must fully embrace the sacra-ments. While you’re at camp, there were several priests who, as well as going rafting with you, are available for confession almost whenever you need it. One particular morning, when the sun was rising over the mountains and the fog was rolling out of the camp, I went to Confession. As I was walking to the next available priest, the normal pre-confession thoughts began to enter my head. Normally I would be walking to the confessional booth with fear in my heart but instead of those anxieties, the beauty of the campsite gave a sense that God was right there with me, walking me to that chair. As I began to dump my sins out to the priest, I could not only see God in him but in what was around him as well. The normal plaster walls were replaced by trees that reached astounding heights and a lake that stood silent as the birds were singing. This Confession felt like a Disney movie and I was practically skipping when I was absolved. While I was at camp, I was looking forward to Mass or Confession more than almost any other activity during the day. While I was still having fun with the other things available, the sacra-ments were the highlight. That, I discovered, was the key of living with joy. Sure, social inter-actions are great, but ultimately, we have to root ourselves in Jesus, by rooting ourselves in the sacraments, if we want to enter into a deep and fulfilling relationship with God. http://lifeteen.com/blog/seeking-fun-finding-joy/
by DILLON DUKE
Summer Youth Group May 24 "Game Night" May 31 NO GROUP June 07 NO GROUP June 14 "Beginning of the Summer BBQ" Confirmation May 28 NO GROUP Upcoming Events Holy Family Summer Camp August 2nd through the 5th
Upcoming Events
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“HOLY GROUNDS” after Mass Fellowship Coffee and donuts every
weekend. Coffee hours will follow the 7:00, 9 :00, & 11:00am Masses.
Come visit and have a coffee.
Sacraments/Faith Formation Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 21, 2017
Calvary Cemetery & Monuments
Adver ser of the Week
See their ad on the back of this bulle n.
509-457-8462
We thank Calvary Cemetery and all of our Advertisers who make this bulle-
tin possible. THANK YOU!
Catholic Daughters is now sponsoring a “Days 4 Girls”
Sewing Group. Wednesdays at 9:30am-noon in Room 6 of
the Holy Family Activity Center. Group cre-ates an opportunity for you to share your
talents in sewing, use of a serger, pressing, organizing and fellowship. Ques-tions call Marilyn Blanchard 966-
R.C.I.A. Are you, or someone you know who, interested in the Catholic faith and partici-pating in the process of the RCIA? Maybe you would like to complete your Sacra-
ments of Initiation. Inquiry provides the opportunity for you to ask questions about Catholicism and learn some of the basics of the faith. We meet every other Tuesday @ 7:00pm in the Mur tagh Gather ing Hall. Please “Come and See” the richness and love that is offered through Christ and His Church. For more information, please call Amy Baumgardner at the Adult Faith For-mation office 966-5344, or the Parish office at 966-0830.
Infant Baptisms take place on the 1st, 3rd & 5th weekends during Mass; and on the 2nd & 4th
Sunday’s in the chapel at 10:15am. Parents requesting baptism for children are ex-
pected to attend two preparation sessions prior to your child's baptism. Godparents are required to
attend. To register, and if you need childcare you must call the office of Adult Faith formation before-
hand. 509-966-5344
Baptism Preparation
In the gospel today, Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit to those who love him. Followers of Jesus show that they love him by keeping his commandments. Jesus under-stands that sometimes it is hard to follow him. He tells his friends that he will ask God to send the Holy Spirit as a helper. The disciples do not want Jesus to leave them. Jesus loves his disciples and he promises
never to leave them alone. Jesus tells his followers that the Holy Spirit will always be with them as a teacher and a guide. Family Questions: • How does Jesus show his love
for his followers? • Why does Jesus send the Holy
Spirit? • What does the holy Spirit help
us to do?
Children’s Ministries: PRESCHOOL THRU GRADE 5
Middle School Ministries: GRADES 6, 7 & 8 - Middle School
Altar Server We need you! If you are 4th grade or above, consider becoming an Altar Server! If you
are interested please contact Tami Snyder 949-0359 [email protected]
Mass, Anointing of the Sick and
Luncheon with the Youth
Thursday, June 15th at 12:15 pm.
Please make plans to join us next month. All are welcome to
attend. If you plan on joining us please call the parish office to make appropriate accommodations.
Mission Mass at the Ahtanum Sunday Mass at St. Joseph’s
Mission Sunday, May 7th at 9:30 am. For further information call
(509) 966-0865.
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Elizabeth Ministry is a wonderful ministry in our parish that takes time to con-
gratulate new parents and wel-come our new ‘lil’ one into our faith com-
munity. Do you know someone who is pregnant, or someone with a new baby? Please call Amy at 966-5344 so that she can send an Elizabeth Ministry visitor to present them with a gift bag filled with
goodies and helpful information. Our calls have been few and far be-
tween this past year–let’s reach out & welcome our newest parish members!
Elizabeth Ministry Bereavement offers support for women who have suffered the loss of a baby to miscarriage. In this time of grief and questions please call Chris-tine Levitan at 901-4995 to receive help-ful information and resources. And if you wish, the opportunity to talk with some-one who has been through this difficult experience. If you are interested in volunteering with one of the Elizabeth Ministry teams, please contact Amy at the Office of Adult Faith Formation, 966-5344, for more information
If you have wondered about how to plan a vigil and funeral liturgy contact Deacon Jim at
945-5432 after 4pm
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Chaplet of Divine Mercy is sung on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 3:00 pm. Adoration: Tuesdays from 8:00 to 5:45 ending with Benediction.
Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 21, 2017
HOLY FAMILY MOMS: If you are interested in sharing ideas, talking about your children, connecting with other Catholic Moms or just hanging out, join our group on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:30 to 11:30 at the Holy Family Activity Center Room 14. Childcare is available. If you have any questions please call Rose Meyer at 966-0788.
HOLY FAMILY NURSERY: Ages 4 and Under The Childcare Center at Holy Family church is available dur-ing the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass and Sun-day 9:00 am & 11:00 am Masses. We invite all other children to attend Mass with their families.
PRAYER INTENTIONS Sister Janet Strong -Tel: 576-0931; email: [email protected], our Diocesan religious Hermit, would like us to know that she is very happy to pray, before the Blessed Sacrament, for any intentions that might be referred to her.
PRAY AND PLAY!! Exercise & reflection” Join us on Mon-day & Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. Call Tom Kelleher for more infor-mation at 494-3738. All adults (22 and older) are welcome!!!!!
KNITTING & CROCHETING FOR
JESUS: A prayer shawl ministry: Caring, Comfort and Celebration is what Knitting & Cro-cheting for Jesus does. Knitters & those who Crochet, knit & crochet at home and during our Prayer shawl gatherings. If you know someone who needs Caring or Comfort or has an event to Celebrate please call Mary Patrick at 509-952-1974 or the parish office. More knitters & those who crochet are also needed. Come and Knit or Crochet for Jesus. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday’s of the Month at 9:30 am.
Holy Family Men’s Ministry ALL Men are invited to join one of our Men’s
Groups. With three options to fit your schedule, there is something for everyone. The Men at Holy Family encourage one
another on their faith journeys and support each other and the parish through fellowship,
study, and service. Monday nights @ 7 pm in the Gathering Hall – the Journey group meets for fellowship and to pursue a deeper relationship with Christ and the parish community. Thursday Nights @ 7pm in the Gathering Hall – That Man is You! group meets for a new study called, The Bible and the Sacraments. The men gather to investigate the deeper mysteries of the Sacraments as illuminated by Scripture. Friday Mornings @ 6am in the Gathering Hall – Another opportunity to study The Bible and the Sacraments followed by the opportunity to gather together at daily Mass at 7am.
HELP STOP ABORTION! Please join Greg Sherman and Nathan Stone in representing Holy Family’s crusade against abortion. Tuesdays 9-10 am and 2:30 to 3:30pm
Wednesday 9:00 to 11:00am. People committed to ending abortion walk with signs in front of Planned Parenthood abortion clinic on 11th & Tieton Dr. Call Nathan at 966-3216 for information.
The Yakima Diocese has a sexual abuse hotline for those who wish to report some incident concerning that issue as regards to a bishop, priest, deacon or diocesan
employee or volunteer. Please call (888) 276-4490.
Ministries & Groups
PRAISERCISE Mon and Wed 9:30 –10:45 am
Cardio, Resistance Training , mat work and stretching & short Bible Study.
Bring a water bottle and a mat (I will have some extra mats). Comfortable clothing,
and sneakers which provide good support. Where? In the Gym
Questions? Call Jill Carroll at 965-0296
SEWING MINISTRY Can you sew? Every Tuesday morning to make linens and vestments for our priests. Perhaps giving one year to this ministry could be your gift to the church. They meet every Tuesday from 9:30 to Noon in the Brides room off the church foyer.
FLOWER REMEMBRANCE • Ann Place & family: In loving memory
of Frank Place on the anniversary of his birthday, May 20th.
• Trudy Gamache: In loving memory of my husband, Don, on the anniversary of his death, May 23rd.
• Mike Bechard: In loving memory of my wife, Nancy Bechard on the 1st anniver-sary of her death, May 24th.
• M.A. “Mel” Tanasse and family: In memory of my wife Gerri and mother of Joe, Bob, Melanie, Lisa and Pat on the anniversary of her death, May 25th.
• Bob & Carmela Newstead: In memory of thanksgiving for our daughter Elizabeth Newstead.
CURSILLO The Cursillo Movement seeks to remind laity of their unique role in the world as Christians and empower a Christian life. Contact: John McKean, 509-317-2134.
Sharing the Light Gift Shop
Sat. 4:45 pm to beginning of Mass; 6:00pm to 6:15pm
Sunday: Open at 8:00 am closed at 12:15 pm
PRAYER HOTLINE: For any prayer requests call Barb McKinney at 945-0477 or email:
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