Parish Event
North American Martyrs: Solemn High Mass with Archbishop Brunett
This Solemn High Mass celebrated North American Martyrs’ first patronal feast. Archbishop Brunett assisted with the Mass from the throne, a ceremony not seen in the Archdiocese of Seattle for over 40 years. The celebrant, Fr. Gerard Saguto, FSSP, was assisted by Fraternity of St. Peter priests Fr. Erik Deprey and Fr. Dan Geddes from Vancouver,…
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Continuing with last week’s post, I am thankful: for the breathtaking Mass my family and I went to on Friday evening at North American Martyrs. Photos can be seen here and an article can be found here. Archbishop Brunett, four FSSP priests, and two diocesan priests helped Fr. Saguto, FSSP celebrate the Mass. Eighteen boys and young…
Read MoreWould You Like to Experience a Little Bit of Catholic History in the Making?
From the North American Martyr’s bulletin: Patronal Feast with the Archbishop—September 25 Plan to attend the Solemn High Mass to celebrate our first patronal feast as a parish next Friday evening, September 25, at 7:30, the feast of the North American Martyrs. Archbishop Brunett will be in attendance and will assist with the Mass from…
Read MoreFirst Communion
It was a beautiful day! Words cannot express how I felt seeing my little girl (the one who brought back the joy) receive her First Holy Communion. Her older brother was happy to serve Mass on this special day. Additional photos can be seen here.
Read MoreFirst Communion
On December 30, 2007, the Feast of the Holy Family and the anniversary of the death of one of my favorite Jesuits, Brendan received his First Communion at my parents-in-law’s parish. We travelled to the ocean because, due to her stroke in September, my mother-in-law was unable to travel to our parish. According to our…
Read MoreBernadette’s First Communion
On Sunday, May 20, 2007, Bernadette received her First Communion. She has been longing to receive Jesus for a long time and she was more than ready. Nine days prior to her First Communion, Bernadette started a novena to welcome Jesus, using Welcome Jesus: A First Communion Preparation (although this little booklet does not appear…
Read MoreSaint Nicholas
I have been a little preoccupied getting ready for the appearance of our little blessing from God and am therefore a little behind in my blogging. On December 3, St. Nicholas visited our parish in anticipation of his December 6 feast day. All of the children enjoyed his visit, except for Patrick. Patrick was excited…
Read MoreAll Saints Potluck
Last night, we celebrated our annual All Saints Potluck at our parish. The children look forward to it every year and plan who they want to be well in advance of the date. On the other hand, I tend to put their costumes together at the last minute, sometimes changing who they are going to…
Read MoreFaith
During our parish coffee hour, our children are not allowed to play outside unless a parent is watching. On Sunday, Bernadette came up to me and asked if she could play outside. I said, “No, there aren’t any adults outside right now. I will come out in a little while.” She responded, “Mommy, there is…
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During our parish coffee hour, our children are not allowed to play outside unless a parent is watching. On Sunday, Bernadette came up to me and asked if she could play outside. I said, “No, there aren’t any adults outside right now. I will come out in a little while.” She responded, “Mommy, there is…
Read MoreCatherine’s First Communion
Thank you, dear God, for making today so beautiful. Catherine woke early to get ready for Mass. I helped dress her and the inward beauty of her soul truly shone outwardly. Bernadette showed great excitement for her big sister. She is anxious to receive her First Confession and First Communion. Catherine did a wonderful job…
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