The Cornerstone
Dear Parishioners and Friends of Saint Patrick Catholic Church,
 
Each year at this time, we pause and consider all the good that is done because we give: the homeless are sheltered; retired priests and nuns and the elderly are cared for; our seminarians are prepared for future ministry, and so much more. Great things are accomplished in the name of Jesus. Please join your fellow parishioners in support of the Catholic Church of Western Washington by giving to the 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal Campaign.  

We have two goals for Saint Patrick Catholic Church this year: (1) to exceed our monetary goal of $118,416 and (2) to increase the number of contributors by 5% (from 434 to 456). The support of every parishioner is crucial to the success of the Archdiocese and its many ministries and services.  

If you gave last year, thank you. If possible, would you consider increasing your gift by 5%? If you're a first time giver, I ask you to please prayerfully consider an appropriate gift for your circumstances. The average gift in the Archdiocese was $354.  Another way to view your gift is to consider donating a dollar a day- $365. If you are unable to contribute financially the form allows you to respond with a pledge of prayer for the success of the 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal. 

You can make your contribution in several ways: 
  • mail in the pledge card 
  • drop the pledge card in the collection basket at Mass
  • online
Every gift will make a difference, both at Saint Patrick and throughout the Archdiocese of Seattle. Donations made above our goal will be used to ensure All Are Welcome at Saint Patrick by improving handicap accessibility with two additional handicap door openers for one door entering the church and the door to the ground floor entrance by the elevator. 

Together we will continue to accomplish great things in the name of our Lord and His people in Western Washington.

Sincerely yours in Christ,


Kevin Lovejoy
Pastoral Coordinator

Make your generous gift to the 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal today.
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First Holy Communion 2016

Congratulations to the children of Saint Patrick Catholic Church who received their First Holy Communion April 23 and 24, 2016

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Annual Catholic Appeal 2016

Annual Catholic Appeal 2016 officially kicks off this weekend at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.  At each Mass, parishioner Gary FitzGerald will share his compelling witness story about why he supports the ACA and why every Catholic should too.

Discerning your gift and making your pledge now will save the parish the costs of follow-up mailings. 

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Annual Catholic Appeal 2016 by the Numbers   

Pledges                                                                Donors
2 Minutes to a Healthier You:
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What is May Crowing?

Let's pray together on May 5, 2016 at 8:45 A.M. at Saint Patrick Catholic Church and celebrate May Crowning with an all school Mass.
Planned Giving

Planned Giving is a method of supporting Saint Patrick Catholic Church & School that enables a donor to make larger gifts than they could make from their income. The benefits of funding a planned gift can make this type of charitable giving very valuable to both parties. 
Pastoral Council Elections

Pastoral Council Elections will be held during all Masses the weekend of May 21 - 22, 2016 to fill the postions left open by the five of the nine Pastoral Council members rotating off.  Several parishioners have expressed a desire to serve in this increasingly important role for our parish.

The deadline for submitting your name as a candidate is Tuesday, May 3, 2016. Please e-mail a photograph and a one paragraph biography and statement of interest to the Pastoral Council. 

Thank you for listening to the call to serve our parish community. 

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Children's Rosary

The Children's Rosary Group meets the 1st Sunday of the month after 8:30 A.M. Mass and the 3rd Sunday of the month after 10:30 A.M. Mass, in the pews by the Marian altar located by the Annunciation window in the Church. Let's pray together. 

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Welcoming Reception and 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.
Care for Our Common Home

Saint Patrick Catholic School
In celebration of Earth Week 2016, Saint Patrick Catholic School took a few steps forward in its commitment to the planet during Earth Week 2016 with visits from L'Arche Tahoma Hope,a plant sale, cleanup of parish and school grounds and a walk/bike to school event.


Cub Scout Pack 299
In observance of Earth Day, the Wolf Den from Cub Scout Pack 299 made a trek from Saint Patrick Catholic Church downhill to the beach at Jack Hyde Park on Tacoma's waterfront for a beach clean up project. The walk back up the hill was only made easier by the pleasant spring weather.

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The Pope's encyclical on the environment, Laudato Si urges all of us to care for our common home.  Learn more at the next discussion of Laudato Si at 7 PM on May 10, 2016 in the Parish Center.
Tell Us What You Think! 

Have you taken the Pierce Deanery and Parish Long Range Plan Survey?  If not, please take it today and tell us what you think!  We want to hear from you. The survey closes on May 15, 2016.
You Are the Chosen Vessel

Senior Ministry, Military Ministry and Young Professionals are in need of leadership. In addition, St. Joseph Hospital is in need of Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick to serve for 4 - 5 hours, one day a week. Can you pour into others what the Lord has poured into you?

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Reserve Your Lab Seat! 

The Mad Scientists are at it again. Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a collaboration between Saint Patrick Catholic Church and St. Charles Borromeo Parish.  Send your Young Scientist in Training to SonSpark Labs VBS, 9 A.M. - 12 P.M., June 27 - July 1, 2016 at St. Charles Borromeo.  The parishes alternate the location of the program.  The 2017 VBS program will be at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.

The Mad Scientists need Scientist Assistants to asisst in the SonSpark Lab.  Mad Scientists with labs full of Young Scientists in Training need Scientist Assistants- lots of them.  Join the SonSpark Lab team and help us form Young Scientists in Training into future Mad Scientists.



Friday | April 29

Men's Prayer Group | 6:45 AM | Church Hall
Walking with Purpose | 9 AM | Church Hall 
CGS Level III | 3:45 PM | atrium


Saturday | April 30

CGS Level I & II | 9 AM | atrium
Reconciliation | 4 - 5 PM | Church 
Vigil Mass | 5:30 PM | Church 
Annual Catholic Appeal  Kick Off with Witness Speaker Garry FitzGerald | 5:30 PM Mass
Cara to Cara Welcoming Reception & Ministry Fair | Following Mass | Church Hall
Father Daughter Dance | 6 PM | School Gym


Sunday | May 1

Mass | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Church
Children's Rosary | after 8:30 AM Mass | Church by the Marian Altar
Annual Catholic Appeal  Kick Off with Witness Speaker Garry FitzGerald | All Masses
Cara to Cara Welcoming Reception & Ministry Fair | Following Mass | Church Hall
St. Vincent de Paul Collection | Gathering Space after Mass
Youth Ministry NET Retreat | 3 PM - 8 PM | Parish Center
The South Sound Classical Choir 2016 Spring Concert Series | 3 PM | Church
Featuring the works of Rutter, Chesnokov, Gjeilo, Bach, Mozart, Lauridsen, Paulus, Britten, Barber, Thompson and Spirituals. under the direction of Director Dr. David La Berge


Monday | May 2

Eucharistic Adoration | 3 PM | Chapel
CGS Level II | 3:45 PM | atrium
Evening Prayer | 7 PM | Chapel
Boy Scouts | 7 PM | Church Hall
10:30 AM Choir Practice | 7 PM | Church
Adult Bible Study (B) | 7 PM | Parish Center
Foreign Mission Outreach (formerly know as Sister Parish) | 7:30 PM | Parish Center


Tuesday | May 3

Prayer Shawl | 10 AM | Parish Center
CGS Level I | 9 AM | atrium
PrimeTimers | 5:30 PM | Parish Center | Potluck | age 50+ and single


Wednesday | May 4

CGS Level I 9 AM | atrium
Cub Scouts | 6:30 PM | Parish Center
8:30 AM Choir | 7 PM | Church
Stewardship Commission | 7 PM | Parish Center
Liturgy Commission | 7 PM | Parish Center
Pastoral Council | 7 PM | Parish Center


Thursday | May 5
Mass for May Crowning | 8:45 AM | Church | All School Mass
RCIA | 7 PM | Parish Center
Walking with Purpose | 7 PM | Church Hall


Friday | May 6

Men's Prayer Group | 6:45 AM | Church Hall
Walking with Purpose | 9 AM | Church Hall 
Senior Mass | 11 AM | Church | Lunch immediately following in the Church Hall with the Saint. Patrick School Choir | Dessert donations welcome | Bus transportation available
CGS Level III | 3:45 PM | atrium


Saturday | May 7

CGS Level I & II | 9 AM | atrium
Reconciliation | 4 - 5 PM | Church 
Vigil Mass | 5:30 PM | Church 


Sunday | May 8

Mother's Day Blessing | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Church
Mass | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | Church
Respect Life | 11:30 AM | Church Hall

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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.  




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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