A Video Message from the Archbishop

Please prayerfully consider giving to the needs of our Archdiocese as we begin the 2012 Annual Catholic Appeal. 

Throughout the next few weeks, we will be asking all of our households to participate

so that we can achieve the highest percentage of participation ever in our history,

and we will be asking each weekend until we’ve heard from everyone! 

Please take time to reflect on the gift you will make this year,

keeping in mind that if you are not already giving a gift of  $365 or more,

to please consider doing so this year.

This year our goal is $45,897, and anything raised over that goal comes straight back to the parish!

Thank you if you have already made your gift to the Appeal.

Click here to make your gift online!

Referendum 74

"Marriage between a man and a woman is the foundation of our society. The key to understanding the Church’s view of marriage can be found in the two fundamental ends or purposes toward which it is oriented: the good of the spouses and the procreation of children. Man and woman are created as complementary in God’s plan, and God established marriage precisely so that man and woman could participate in his love, selflessly give themselves to each other in love, and enjoy the benefits of their love. Married love is also life-giving: according to God’s plan, the crowning fruit of marriage is the bearing of children. These two meanings are inseparable."

Excerpt from letter from Most. Rev. J. Peter Sartain (Archbishop of Seattle) and Most Rev. Eusebio Elizondo M.Sp.S. (Auxiliary Bishop of Seattle)

You can download full letter below

As you know, our governor recently signed into law a bill that redefines marriage in the State of Washington. St. Alphonsus will be taking part in a signature drive to place this matter before the voters of our state in November. Referendum 74 will ask voters to approve or reject this redefinition of marriage.  If you would like to sign you can do so at the parish office (open Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, closed from 11:30-12:30pm for lunch).

Below are important documents from the Archdiocese of Seattle explaining the details of Referendum 74 and addressing frequently asked questions.

Discerning a Vocation to the Priesthood or Religious Life?

Is Jesus asking you to help make His presence visible in a world desperately in need of faith, hope and love? Are you having thoughts and feelings about becoming a priest, brother, or sister?  Nothing is more important than discovering and living God's will, prayerfully consider this important vocation.

For more info and guidance visit the USCCB Website for Vocations

Priesthood Discernment Opportunities

Archdiocese of Seattle Discernment Evenings

These evenings are open to all men discerning the call to priesthood. They provide an opportunity for prayer, a presentation, discussion and social time. Presentations will cover a broad range of subjects helpful to men discerning a call to the ordained life.

Quo Vadis Days

For all Catholic young men ages 13-18! You are invited to attend Quo Vadis Days camp to spend time with other young men your age looking at the Lord‟s call in your life while having a great time. QVD is led by priests and
seminarians of the Archdiocese and is supported by the Archdiocesan Office of Vocations. QVD will be held from Sunday June 24 to Wednesday June 27 at Camp Don Bosco near Carnation, WA. The cost of the camp will be covered by the Serra Club and Knights of Columbus.

Women Religious Discernment Opportunities

VIVA! A Retreat for Women Exploring a Call to Become a Sister

This retreat is intended for single Catholic women who are exploring a call to become a Sister. The program will include vocation stories, sharing time, quiet time, Mass, prayer, nature walks, and fun activities. Register by June 15
by contacting Sr. Monika at 360-438-1771 or mellis@stplacid.org

When: 9:30am on Saturday June 30 through 3pm on Sunday July 1
Where: St. Placid Priory & Spirituality Center (Lacey, Washington)
Cost $10

Stewardship:  God Gives it All and then Calls us to Share

Everything we have and everything we are is a gift from God.  Stewardship is the ability to share our gifts of time, talent and treasure with others - with no strings attached and no condition.

Each year we ask parishioners to prayerfully and thoughtfully consider what they are willing to contribute to the parish both financially and temporally.  Take a step towards accomplishing the design God has for you, our parish, and the greater Catholic Church.  Stewardship card are available in the church vestibules and/or pews as well as the parish office.

Please contact Lizzy at the parish office with any questions:  st.alphonsus.parish@gmail.com or 206-784-6464.

THE CATHOLICISM PROJECT
Coming soon to St. Alphonsus, Easter 2012

The Adoration Chapel is a great spiritual treasure for the prayer life of our parish.  We would love to be able to offer this form of life giving prayer more frequently by extending the days and hours the Chapel is open.  However to do so we must be able to ensure the safety and security of the adorers, and the sacred dignity of our Eucharistic Lord, at all hours of adoration.  This necessitates that at least two committed (signed up) adorers be present at all times.  Adorers do not need to be St. Alphonsus parishioners, they just need to be able to commit to an hour per week.  For more information please contact Charles Zweigart at (206) 365-3457.

Currently the Chapel has just enough adorers to remain open on Tuesdays and Fridays, however we still need more volunteers for these specific times: Tuesdays: 12-1pm, 2-3pm, 5-6pm & Fridays: 10-11am, 12-1pm, 1-2pm, 3-4pm, 6-7pm

Your Gifts are Priceless!

Our parish ministries need someone like you!
Many different ways to minister to your fellow parishioners are available:

Choir, Lectors, Greeters, Altar Boys

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion,

Ministers to the Homebound

Click Here to view the Parish Ministries Page!

Need a copy of your sacramental record from St. Alphonsus?  Please fill out the form below and mail
 to the parish office at

5816 15th Avenue Northwest
Seattle, WA 98107

[Download Sacramental Records Request]

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