The Cornerstone
Calendar of Events



April 1

Men's Prayer Group | 6:45 AM | Church Hall

Walking With Purpose | 9 AM | Church Hall | Women's Prayer Group | Childcare Available

Seniors Ministry First Friday Mass & Lunch | Mass 11 AM | Lunch 12 PM 


April 2 - 3

Welcome New Parishioners | Gathering Space | After all Masses

St. Vincent de Paul Collection | After all Masses | First Weekend of Every Month
Check out the March 2016 edition of WORDS OF HOPE a monthly newsletter of St. Vincent De Paul Tacoma-Pierce


April 2

Reconciliation | 4 - 5 PM | Church | Weekly

Vigil Mass | 5:30 PM | Church


April 3  

Mass | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Church | Weekly


April 4

Eucharistic Adoration | 3 PM | Chapel

Boy Scouts | 7 PM | Church Hall

Adult Bible Study | Parish Center

Evening Prayer | 7 PM | Chapel


April 5

Prayer Shawl Ministry | 10 AM | Parish Center | No Experience Necessary

PrimeTimers | 5:30 PM | Parish Center


April 6

Cub Scouts | 6:30 PM | Church Hall | 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month

Pastoral Council | 7 PM | Parish Center


April  8

Men's Prayer Group | 6:45 AM | Church Hall | Weekly


April 9

Reconciliation | 4 - 5 PM | Church | Weekly

Vigil Mass | 5:30 PM | Church


April 10

Mass | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Church | Weekly

Respect Life | 11:30 AM | Church Hall

Youth Group | 4 PM | Parish Center

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As always we invite you to share your story or upcoming events for your Saint Patrick Catholic Church affiliated organization or ministry! Send us the scoop! Let us tell the story and invite our faith community to join together in fellowship and prayer as we journey together discerning and discovering the Mission that has us.  Go Church!
Tell Us What You Think! 

Tell us what you think! Saint Patrick Catholic Church invites you to take the Pierce Deanery and Parish Long Range Plan Survey. We want to hear from you in preparation for the 2nd Pierce Deanery Convocation on April 14, 2016!

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Why do Catholics Light Votive Candles?

At Saint Patrick Catholic Church we have placed a votive candle stand near the Marian altar for parishioners who wish to light a candle in prayer. This is part of the continued effort to provide parishioners more opportunities for prayer and devotion to our Lord.  
A Grateful Heart

The celebrations of Lent, Triduum, and Easter, as well as liturgies throughout the year are planned and implemented by a small group of parish leaders and many parish volunteers.

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Let's Talk About Laudato Si

Saint Patrick Catholic Church & School is hosting an in-depth discussion of Pope Francis' Encyclical Letter on the Environment starting April 12, 2016 at 7 PM. 

The conversation continues on April 26, 2016 and May 10, 2016.

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SAVE THE DATE:  Welcoming Reception & Ministry Fair

In our continued mission to welcome new parishioners the Cara to Cara Ministry is hosting a Welcoming Reception & Ministry Fair the weekend of April 30, 2016 and May 1, 2016.
Support the Domincian Sisters

There is still time to support the Dominican Sisters of Tacoma.

Make your donation today.  Your thoughtful contribution to their continued care is appreciated.   

Check out the photos of the First Annual Fish Fry Fundrasier benefitting the sisters. 
Double Your Gift?

Thank you to those who have already fulfilled your Annual Catholic Appeal pledge! The 2015 Appeal is wrapping up and so are final payments. 
If you haven't yet fulfilled your full 2015 pledge please do so by April 10, 2016, otherwise Saint Patrick Catholic Church may have to pay the resulting shortage from our parish savings account.
We're Hiring!

Join us in serving our faith community! April 1, 2016 is the application deadline for three parish positions:  Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation, Sacramental Preparation, and Community Life;  Pastoral Assistant for Liturgy and Pastoral Assistant for Pastoral Care and Funerals.

Saint Patrick Catholic School is also hiring for two positions on the 2016 - 2017 Extended Care Team. 
 
Campus Beautification

Save April 9, 2016 for the next weed-whacking party just in time to clean up the campus for the REACH auction!
Stephen Ministry Needs You

Are you feeling called to this ministry? 

Learn more at the Ministry Mission Minute on April 2, 2016 at the 5:30 PM Mass, then stop by the information table in the Gathering Space to meet Penny Melton, Stephen Ministry Leader to ask questions. 
REACH Reunion News

Have you purchased your tickets yet for this year's REACH Reunion on Saturday, April 16? The excitement is increasing as the date gets closer and you can still make your reservations and purchase tickets. It's going to be a fun fundraiser! 

Don't wait as you won't want to miss this year's auction with its casual theme, fabulous auction items, a chance to visit with St. Pat's alums, 
family-style dinner with complimentary beer and wine, and dancing to the great Shy Boys band, all while supporting your school. We expect a sold-out event, so make your reservations today. Be sure to also register your credit card online to help shorten the lines at the auction.

Learn more about REACH Reunion and make your reservation today.

Visit our REACH Donation page for the Wish List and Procurement Form. 

Interested in volunteering with this year's REACH Auction?  A number of volunteer opportunities are available for serving dinner, set-up and clean-up.  Complete the REACH Volunteer Form
to sign up.





THE MISSION OF SAINT PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH

We are a Catholic faith community in the traditions and people of "Old Tacoma" called together and empowered by Christ to nurture the spiritual and liturgical needs of our community through lifelong Christian education, celebration of Sacraments, prayer and service to others.
Saint Patrick Catholic Church 
1001 North J Street | Tacoma, Washington  98403 | 253-383-2783

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