4th Sunday of Easter

Dear Parishioners, dear Friends,

We are currently in the midst of the Easter season. It lasts for 50 days to celebrate the event of Jesus’ resurrection. These 50 days allow us to let the incredible message that life and love triumph into our hearts piece by piece. The Gospels during the Easter season repeatedly tell of this. Jesus’ disciples could not immediately grasp that Jesus actually lives. But the Bible reports that Jesus finds ways to come to the disciples to show them:

“I am with you!”

Only slowly do they begin to realize that their friend actually lives. Piece by piece, they are led to understand this good news.

In our community, we get together, Jesus is amongst us, and good things are happening in his name. Learn more in this week’s bulletin:

• – The Joyful Announcement of Our New Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV
• – ACA: The Annual Catholic Appeal funds the ministries of our archdiocese here in Western Washington. The theme this year is “Together in faith.” Witness speakers at our church locations this weekend are Chris Koehler, Director of Missions and Immigrant Affairs, and Kathleen Koeneman, Vocations Program Manager.
• – First Communion: 47 children in our parish family are receiving their First Communion this month. Whether they have already celebrated or are about to, we hold them in our prayers and hearts.
• – St. Vincent de Paul: Read how they helped our neighbors.
• – Knights of Columbus: They handed out school scholarships.
• – Flores de Mayo: A beautiful celebration.
• – St. Martin Food Program: Serving food for more than 18 years.

I wish everyone a continued blessed Easter season,

Barbara Bumbarger

for the Parish Family Team

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

With hearts full of gratitude and awe before the mystery of God’s providence, I share with you the joyful and historic news—His Eminence Robert Cardinal Prevost has been elected as the Successor of Saint Peter and taken the name, Pope Leo XIV.

This moment marks a new chapter in the life of the Church and the world. As the white smoke rose over the Vatican and the bells of St. Peter’s rang out, the universal Church rejoiced at the gift of a new Holy Father—a man of deep prayer, wisdom, and pastoral zeal. Pope Leo XIV, now the 267th Vicar of Christ, steps forward to shepherd the flock of Christ with courage, humility, and hope.

As your pastor, I invite you to unite in prayer for our new pope. Let us thank the Holy Spirit for guiding the College of Cardinals and let us entrust Pope Leo XIV to the loving intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, and of St. Peter, the first Pope.

How blessed we are by God during this Jubilee Year of Hope! May our new Pontiff usher in an era of hope, peace, and joy for the Catholic Church and all humanity. In the spirit of solidarity, let us rededicate ourselves to the Gospel and walk together in fidelity to Jesus Christ and His Church.

In the coming days, we will offer special prayers of thanksgiving at Mass and commemorate this historic moment with joy and reverence.

Viva il Papa Leone XIV!

In Christ,

Fr. Freitag

“My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” — John 10:27

In a world full of competing voices, the voice of the Good Shepherd still calls out: clear, steady, personal. He knows us—not as strangers or statistics—but as beloved sons and daughters.

Jesus doesn’t promise an easy path, but He promises Himself. And that is everything. “No one can take them out of my hand,” He says. In His voice is safety. In His hands, our lives are secure.

This is the foundation of Easter hope. Christ has risen—and He remains our Shepherd, walking with us through every valley and leading us to green pastures. Even in times of confusion or doubt, His voice can be trusted.

In this Jubilee Year of Hope, we are called to listen more closely. Hope grows when we turn down the noise of fear and tune our hearts to the Shepherd who speaks in peace.

Pope Francis reminds us: “The Lord never tires of calling us. Even if we move away, He searches for us and waits with open arms.” In every Mass, in every moment of prayer, Jesus speaks again: “Follow me.”

Let us follow where Jesus leads—with hearts full of confidence. The Shepherd is risen. He knows the way.

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Sacred Heart of Jesus offers Sunday Mass with an ASL interpreter.

Sunday, May 11th – 10:00AM (Zoom)

Sunday, May 18th – 10:00AM (Zoom)

Sunday, May 25th – 10:00AM (Zoom)

Sunday, June 1st – 10:00AM (Live)

Congratulations on your First Communion!

As you receive the Holy Eucharist, may you feel the love and grace of Jesus Christ.

This special day marks the beginning of a deeper journey in faith.

May God bless you and keep you always in His care.

With blessings from the NWSC Parish Family

Our First Communicants

At Sacred Heart of Jesus:

Christian Brayden Apigo C., Cruz Gregorio C., Chloe Consolasion C., Presley Grace P.,

Noah Fernando P., Avery Monico P., and Arya Grace B.

At Our Lady of Fatima:

Elizabeth A., Rory B., Roland B., Abigail C., Luke D.,

Sophie de T., Margaret H., Clara H., Mackenna H., Caleb K., Esther K., Elena L.,

Taylor McR., Wyatt M., William M., Leighton S., Emilia Therese S., Stella T., Lara V., and Eliza S.

At St. Anne:

Lulu A., Luca B., Anders B.E., Caroline D., Sarah D., Ruby D., Penelope E., Isla F.,

Fiona H., Emilia K., Matthew L., Konrad M., Joseph N., Owen S., Cooper T., Carter Y.,

Fletcher H-F., Oliver K., Natalia R., and Camille C.

Archbishop Etienne: “Together in Faith”

The Annual Catholic Appeal funds ministries and services for your local Catholic community – including your neighbors and parish. Your contributions secure the future of the local Church by supporting Catholic education, CYO camps, faith formation and guidance and training for our seminarians, clergy, and lay leaders. Your donation also funds shared services directly supporting your parish.

How do I participate?

While we are a parish family, each of the parishes has their own ACA goal and rebate project. You can participate by either filling out an envelope (mailed out as well as in the pews) or by visiting: archseattle.org/giveaca.

When donating, please select the parish you want to credit with your ACA donation and your contribution will count towards your parish’s goal.

Choose St. Anne Parish – 15 – Seattle  This way you will support the St. Anne rebate project: ROOF REPAIRS! Last year’s rebate in addition to this year’s rebate will be going towards roof repairs. Learn more about St. Anne’s ACA and our goal for that parish here.

Choose Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish – 13 – Seattle  This way you will support the Sacred Heart of Jesus rebate project: RAILINGS WITHIN THE SANCTUARY! This year, the rebate money will help with the installation of railings within the sanctuary. This will help ensuring the Redemptorists and other presiding priests have the support they need while moving
around the sanctuary. Learn more about Sacred Heart of Jesus’ ACA and our goal for that parish.

Choose Our Lady of Fatima Parish – 8 – Seattle   This way you will support the Our Lady of Fatima rebate project: BOILER REPAIR! This year, the rebate money will be to recoup the
ongoing expenses associated to the boiler repair. It is a $50,000+ bill and unfortunately still not fully repaired. Learn more about Our Lady of Fatima’s ACA and our goal for that parish.

Volunteers caught in the act. There is always something to do!

As Saint Teresa of Calcutta wisely said,

“Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.”

Your small acts of love are the heartbeats of our parish family.

With blessings and gratitude to all the doers of small things,

Your NWSC Team

For 18 years, this ministry at Our Lady of Fatima has been a beacon of hope, providing meals to the men at St. Martin de Porres. This incredible program is a testament to the power of community and compassion. If you’re looking to make a difference, consider joining our volunteer team!

How You Can Help:

• What to Provide: Each volunteer or family prepares 10 hearty protein sandwiches with extras like breakfast bars, small cans of pop, chips, instant cereal packets, and instant soups.
• Drop-off Details: Bring your contributions to the Fatima parking lot between 4:30-5:00 PM on scheduled Tuesdays. Our dedicated drivers will then deliver the meals using the Parish bus.
• Flexible Commitment: Most volunteers contribute once a month, but the schedule is flexible to accommodate your availability.

Upcoming Volunteer Dates:

May: 20

June: 10 & 24

July: 8 & 22

August: 12 & 26

September: 9 & 23

Join us in making a tangible impact in our community. Your participation not only provides nourishment but also spreads love and kindness. Let’s continue this wonderful tradition together!

If you would like more information or to join the team please contact:

Sue @ srpatneaude@comcast.net, Teresa @ Teresafiorini@comcast.net. If you would like to drive, please contact Jim@pikeplaceflowers.com

Are you interested in becoming an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion or looking to refresh your skills?

We warmly invite you to join us for a training session at St.Anne on Tuesday, May 13, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our St. Anne community, deepen your understanding, and enhance your service. Whether you’re new or experienced, your presence is valued and appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are thankful for the incredible donation of 28 units of blood and the participation of 3 first-time donors!

Your support makes a significant impact.

We can’t wait to see you again at our next blood drive on Monday, July 7.  Thank you so much!

Nikki Watkinson, Community Engagement Liaison

Thank you for your unwavering generosity. Because of your support, our Saint Vincent de Paul group has been able to make a significant impact over the past two months. We have assisted our neighbors on the hill with:

• Rent: 17 times
• Beds: 7
• Groceries: 9 times
• Utilities: 4 times

A special thanks to St. Anne School, and particularly to Technology Specialist Claire Marr. On April 29th, our group successfully completed the online safety training required by St. Vincent de Paul at the school. Claire’s patience and support were invaluable.

If you are interested in learning more about our

St. Vincent de Paul ministry at St. Anne, please contact the parish office.

Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients who will be attending Catholic High Schools in the fall!

They are:

J. Hopps – OLF

M. Lamsek – OLF

L. Maguddayao – OLF

J. McGinnis – St. Anne

A big shoutout to all the eighth graders who participated this year. Your efforts were truly commendable!

These scholarships were made possible by the proceeds from our annual Crab Dinner at Our Lady of Fatima. Thanks to your support, Council 8311 was also able to make generous donations to CCSWW’s Prepares Program and Hurricane Helene Relief.

Thank you to everyone who attended the Crab Dinner. We look forward to seeing you again next October!

At the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Location

At the Our Lady of Fatima Church Location

At the St. Anne Church Location

For information about any of our ministries, please contact the regarding parish office.

If you need to correct any information or want to add a ministry of your parish, please email bbumbarger@stanneseattle.org