Parish Life Ministries
Our Parish Life Ministries offer you the opportunity to participate more fully with Outreach Ministries that accommodate the surrounding areas.
If you would like to become a part of the Parish Life Ministries, please contact us here and indicate which one you would like to participate in. If you do not see a category for your choice of ministry, please send a message in the comment box letting us know which one you are interested in.
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a lay Catholic men’s worldwide organization that promotes Church, Community, Family, Youth and Council in each committee. This Parish Life chapter meets once a month and is open to Catholic men 18 years and older.
Meetings are held on the 2nd
Tuesday of each month. Go here to learn more about this organization.
Saint Aloysius Altar Society
This group’s primary mission is to care for the altar supplies and the church furnishings. They each meet once a month to discuss projects and events planned for the parish, and share in fellowship. The Altar Society is open to all women of the parish. The afternoon meeting is on the first Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm.
Small Faith Fellowship
This Book Study Group meets every other Thursday evening at 7:00pm to openly discuss the current book chosen by the group to read and study.
Some books studied have been Our Lady of Kiebo, and the Life of Christ by Bishop Fulton Sheen. An announcement will be in the bulletin when the group meets.
Divine Mercy Cenacle
A Divine Mercy Cenacle is a group of people who meet weekly for prayer, and discussion on Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the writings of St. Maria Faustina, as a small Christian community. The revelations given to St. Maria Faustina are excellent for spiritual growth and also give a deeper understanding of our merciful Lord.
This cenacle meets every other Thursday evening at 7:00 pm to study and discuss the diary of St. Faustina with references to scripture in the bible, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church and recite the chaplet of the Divine Mercy.
Go here to learn more about this apostolate...
PARISH LIFE - OUTREACH
Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is a lay apostolic association who serve the Church and their neighbor on a voluntary basis. The members participate in the parish life through visitation of families, the sick, both in their homes and in care facilities.
The unit of the Legion of Mary is called a praesidium, which holds a weekly meeting, where prayer is intermingled with reports and discussion. Persons who wish to join the Legion please contact the office.
Go here to read more about the lay apostolate...
Home-bound Eucharistic Ministry
Visit and bring Holy Communion to the home-bound. Special training is required for this ministry, as well as completing the safe environment class from the archdiocese.
St. Vincent de Paul
Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a Catholic lay organization, leads men and women to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul.
Organized locally, Vincentians witness God's love by embracing all works of charity and justice. The Society collaborates with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes, making not distinction in those served because, in them, Vincentians are the face of Christ.
Below are some ways Vincentians server their communities:
- Person-to-person assistance to families and individuals
- Visitation/assistance to elderly, sick and disabled
- Disaster relief
- Special services through thrift stores, food pantries, dining halls, housing and shelters
- visitation/assistance to the institutionalized and incarcerated
- Job assistance programs
- Youth programs
- Voice of the Poor
Contact information:
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Ss. Cosmas & Damian Catholic Church
213 Leber St. NW, PO Box 215
Orting, WA 98360
360-830-6879
Winter Shelter
What is winter shelter?
During freezing temperatures, our local homeless have not options for housing and few options for meals. Winter Shelter was born from the desire to keep our neighbors safe, out of the elements at night during the coldest months of the year, and to fortify them with a basic meal.
Each night, from December through February, homeless individuals and/or families check-in at Plateau Outreach Ministries (POM) in downtown Enumclaw and are taken to one of 7 local host churches where they have, dinner, interaction, a safe place to sleep, and then a small breakfast before transferring back to POM in the morning. Supervision is provided throughout their time.
Matthew 25:40 says, The King [Jesus] will reply...
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers an sisters of mine, you did for me."
This program allows churches to put our faith, and the words of Jesus, into action. Winter Shelter is coordinated by POM and supported by many churches in Enumclaw and Buckley, the Enumclaw Police and Fire Departments, and the Enumclaw Youth and Family Services.
MASS SCHEDULE
Tue & Sat - 8:30am
Sat - 4:00pm
Sun - 11:00am
Holy Days
Check bulletin/website for details
Rosary - Starts 30 min. before mass
Reconciliation
Sat - 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Address
211 West Mason Ave.
Buckley, WA 98321
Phone: 360-829-6515
Office Hours
Tue - Fri 9:30am - 1:30pm
PARISH FAMILY MASS TIMES
Sacred Heart - Enumclaw
Saturday - 5:30pm
Sunday - 9:00am & 12:00pm Spanish
Mon, Thu, Fri - 9:00am
Wed - 6:00pm
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St. Barbara - Black Diamond
Saturday - 5:00pm
Sunday - 8:00am & 10:00am
Wed, Fri - 9:00am, Thu 6:00pm
Our church and bathrooms are wheel chair accessible.
PARISH STEWARDSHIP
RENEWAL
Your Stewardship pledge is just one way we express our discipleship as followers of Jesus Christ. As disciples of Jesus Christ, our response to God’s abundant generosity is one of immense gratitude. Your Stewardship of Treasure renewal for the coming year supports St. Aloysius and continues the mission that defines who we are and what we do. Please return your 2024 pledge card today in the collection basket, to the parish office, through the mail or go online here to complete your pledge.
If you have a prayer request, please go here and it will be presented to the priest so he can remember your request in his private mass.
ACA 2024
ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL UPDATE!
If you received Archbishop Etienne’s letter this past week, please prayerfully consider your gift to the 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal. Your support matters for religious and lay leaders serving in a variety of roles within our local Catholic Church. Whether it is a future seminarian seeking guidance and resources, the deacon formation program, or formation and education for lay leaders, your gift impacts the vitality of our Catholic community.
Thank you to the many of you who have chosen to make a gift and help us reach our goal. To date, we have heard from 30 of our parish families.
You can make a donation or make a payment on ACA2024 here...
Contact the office: 360-829-6515
If you have not yet given, you can use the QR code, fill out a pew envelope which may be mailed or included in the collection, or go online at archseattle.org/GiveACA.
Goal: $24,908.00
Pledged: $25,724
Percent of Goal: 103%
Participation: 47%
Total received over goal
to fund our parish project: $816
There is still time to contribute by completing a pew envelope or scanning the QR code above or on the envelope to give online. Go here to give today...
Helping To End The Injustice Of Abortion
“I would like to remind everyone...That the primary capital to be safeguarded and valued is man, the human person in his or her integrity” - Pope Benedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate
After the chaos of the 2020 election season, we all hoped 2024 would mark a return to calm and normalcy.
Those hopes didn't last long.
The attempted assassination of President Trump, the humiliation of President Biden, and his replacement by the most pro-abortion presidential nominee ever make it clear that we're a long way from getting back to normal.
On today's video blog, I share why your involvement in 40 Days for Life points the world toward the healing it so desperately needs:
Go here to become involved with 40 Days for Life...
CALLED TO SERVE as CHRIST
CAMPAIGN
GOAL: $218,052.00
PLEDGED: $175,496.00
2018-2021
Thank you for pledging $175,496 towards our GOAL of $218,052.00. Total cash received towards goal our is 72%, $156,401.00. St. Aloysius has received 15% of this amount, and once we reach the GOAL, our rebate will increase to 85%! Thank you for your generosity and for continuing to make donations to fulfill your pledge.
FORMED.org
The Catholic Faith on Demand
(only works in Chrome, Firefox, MS Edge)
Please utilize our parish's subscription to FORMED.org
FORMED.org is a revolutionary online platform that provides access to the best Catholic audio talks, movies, ebooks, and video based studies from trusted providers like the Augustine Institute, Ignatius Press, Catholic Answers, the Knights of Columbus, St. Paul Center, Sophia Press and more!
We are excited to announce that our parish has subscribed to an exciting new online platform. Create a personal account and start enjoying the best Catholic content all in one place! Catholic Content including movies, lectures, books children's' programming and more - and It’s Free!
FORMED.org provides amazing content 24/7 for you to grow in your faith. It’s FREE and now EASIER THAN EVER to Register!
- Go to formed.org and click on sign up (only works in Chrome, Firefox, and MS Edge).
- Select - I belong to a Parish or Organization.
- Select your parish (using zip 98321 is quicker).
- Register with your name and email address.
- Check that email account for a link to begin.
- Contact the office with questions.
Forgiven: The Transforming Power
of Confession
Forgiven: The Transforming Power of Confession, explores the grace and healing offered in Confession and shows how this sacrament of mercy reveals the depth and bounty of God's love. By looking at God's revelation of his mercy in Scripture and making a step-by-step examination of the Rite itself, Forgiven communicates God's invitation to each one of us to come experience his indescribable love in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The season of Advent is a perfect time for spiritual renewal through encountering God’s mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist
Although the Eucharist appears to be simple bread and wine, it is actually the "source and summit" of the Christian life. Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist explores the truth and beauty of Christ's real presence in the Eucharist, from its origins in Sacred Scripture, to its profound role in the life of the Church and her members. Go here to see the crescendo of the entire story of salvation.
St. Joseph: Our Spiritual Father
While the Gospel has not preserved any of his words, his actions have resounded through the ages. Joseph of Nazareth stands out as the model par excellence of Christian virtue, a brilliant example of obedience to God and trust in Divine Providence. His role as protector of families in the difficulties of life and Patron of the universal Church has never been more clearly needed. Now, the Church is seeking to deepen its understanding of the Guardian of Jesus and of the Holy Family. Featuring interviews with leading experts and theologians, in addition to powerful first-hand testimonials — St. Joseph: Our Spiritual Father provides viewers with a glimpse into one of the most incredible lives in all of human history — a figure whose spiritual fatherhood remains open to all of us. Watch here...
Consecration to Saint Joseph
The Augustine Institute Show - 03/15/22 - Fr. Donald Calloway
How do Catholics make a consecration to Saint Joseph? Ben Akers fills in for Tim Gray on this week's episode of the Augustine Institute Show to celebrate Saint Joseph! Father Donald Calloway, author of Consecration to Saint Joseph, will discuss ways we can grow in our relationship with this powerful saint. Watch here...
THE SEARCH
The Search // Episode 5 // Who is Jesus? The most beautiful part of this story is this we can know God's love, personally. This is the person of Jesus. But how did this seemingly insignificant carpenter born into poverty in a dusty corner of the Roman Empire become the most pivotal figure in all of history? Christianity isn’t simply a philosophy for life – the center of Christianity is a person. We look at the life of Jesus and what he came to do. Ultimately, we need to decide if Jesus really was who he said he was. We can’t sit on the fence. Because if Jesus really was who he said he was, we need to make him the Lord of our lives, and everything changes.
The Search // Episode 6 // Am I Saved? What Jesus did for us through his life, death and resurrection was the greatest act of love in history. He saved us. He did this for each one of us. Personally. But some might feel unworthy of this gift of love. We may feel we have too much baggage. We may feel unlovable. But God didn’t come to reveal himself to us on a pedestal, he came to enter into our messy human condition. To fix us from within. To transform us from the inside out. Some might be surprised by how generous the love of God really is. We don’t deserve God’s love, but that’s the amazing reality of God’s mercy. This relationship with God isn’t all about our love for Him. It’s about His love for us that changes our lives forever.
Archbishop Etienne Blog
Preaching is a priority to Archbishop Etienne's episcopal ministry. His blog is an effort to engage and serve you, God's faithful people. Enjoy your visit! https://www.archbishopetienne.com/
Pray the Rosary with the Archdiocese of Seattle from Archdiocese of Seattle
Prayer for Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most holy Eucharist. I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.
St. Aloysius Pray For Us!
A statue of St. Aloysius Gonzaga carrying a plague victim in his arms is seen on the campus of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. (CNS photo/courtesy Gonzaga University). Read more here...
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC is a gift of faith to every registered Catholic household in Western Washington. If you are currently registered at our parish you will receive NORTHWEST CATHOLIC at no charge. Questions? Call 206-382-4850 or 1-800-473-5641.
CELEBRATING 125 YEARS!
In 2017 St. Aloysius celebrated 125 years of religious service for Buckley, WA and its surrounding areas.
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