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Visitation Church of PSJXXIII Parish Family
Did You Know?
Saturday Morning Mass is now celebrated exclusively at Visitation Church in Tacoma. All parishioners are invited to join us at 9:00 AM.
A Special Thank You !!!
- To our wonderful volunteers who keep the Kids’ Corner tidy and stocked with supplies. Your care makes a big difference for our parish families.
- To the Woolery Choir, who graciously stepped in on short notice to substitute for the Vis Choir last Sunday. With just an hour’s notice due to illness in the regular choir, you led us beautifully in song—thank you for your generosity and joyful service.
Volunteer Needed
We need new volunteers for:
Eucharistic Ministers- We also need someone willing to be the lead EM and write a monthly schedule.
New ministry
We have a new ministry beginning in our parish called 7 Sisters Apostolate. The website is here: at our parish called 7 Sisters Apostolate if you want to read more about it. This ministry is formed to strengthen the Church by specifically praying for our priests. The goal is to have a holy hour assigned every single day for the intention of praying for Fr. Tuan and Fr. Hendry. This ministry will span all of our campuses. You can contact Pacita Ongoco, whose contact information is in the bulletin, or your parish office to learn more or to sign up.
Pacita's email: renpac_1@hotmail.com if people call you to sign up
Announcements
Parish Survey – Thank You!
Thank you to all our parishioners who completed the parish survey last weekend at Mass. Most families were able to do so after the announcement by Father Mike, Father Tuan, and Father Phuong following the Gospel.
If your family has not yet completed the survey, we kindly ask you to do so this week. You may complete it online or use a hard copy available at the entrance doors.
Your feedback is a great help to our parish family. Thank you once again for your time and support!
ACA Update:
PSJXXIII and VIS:
- Pledged: $79,324,
- Received to date: $74,084.
- Goal: $76,844.
Thank you to all who have already pledged and contributed so generously. If you have not yet fulfilled your pledge, please consider completing it soon so that together we can meet and even surpass our goal. Every contribution, large or small, is deeply appreciated.
Faith Formation
Baptism Preparation Class
Class will be offered for parents and godparents who have new born babies and children under 7 years old. PSJXXIII Every Second Saturday: Next class is October 11 or November 8
1:00 –2:30pm class in English
2:30 – 4:00pm in Vietnamese
By Deacon Theman
At Pope St John XXIII Parish Center. Please call Sr. Theresa at 592-2541 or email <sotheresa2022@psj23.org>
OCIA – Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
Sessions begin Monday, September 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the PSJXXIII Religious Center.
This program is open to anyone 16 years or older who:
- Wants to learn more about the Catholic faith
- Wishes to be baptized or confirmed in the Catholic Church
- Is a lapsed Catholic seeking to return
- Desires a refresher on the faith
We meet every Monday evening from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
For more information, please call or text Sr. Theresa at 253-592-2541.
Religious Education Program
Our Religious Education program is open to all children from Pre-K (age 4) through 8th grade, including preparation for First Communion and Confirmation.
- PSJXXIII: Classes begin Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
- St. John of the Woods: Classes begin Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 9:45 AM – 11:10 AM.
Registration forms are available at the church entrance or online at: www.psj23.org/forms.
For questions, please contact Sr. Theresa at (253) 592-2541.
Outreach Community
A Special Thank You !!!
- A big Thank You to all of you that supported the Parish Supply Drive. We received so many wonderful donations and the lower hall is now restocked for another year. We could not have done this without you and your generosity!
Pope St. John XXIII STEM ACADEMY
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Picture Day - Wednesday, October 1
- Sunday, October 12 - 9:45 am - Feast Day Mass for PSJ23, main campus
- October 23 - October 24 - Parent-Teacher Conferences - Expectation
THURSDAY MASS INVITATION
We warmly invite all parents, guardians, and family members to join us for the school Mass at Visitation Church every Thursday at 9 am, and to attend Sunday Mass at Pope St. John XXIII Parish.
PAROCHIAL BAND FOR 5TH - 8TH GRADE
Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy is proud to partner with Bellarmine Prep High School to offer our students an outstanding band program. Guided by Band Director Casey Whitson, students practice for band after school twice a week at the Bellarmine Prep campus. Twice a year, PSJSTEM students combine with other Pierce County Parochial Schools for a community band performance. Pope St. John XXIII participates in the program because we believe in educating the whole person and because the students describe it as a meaningful and enjoyable experience.
Please click here for more information about the Band Program, beginning Wednesday, September 17th!
CARPOOL HELP NEEDED
A PSJSTEM Family is in need of assistance with carpool. They live in the 98444 zip code, and will need help with rides to and from school for one student beginning October 22nd. If you can help, please text 470-504-0428.
Parish Family- Facilities Team
We need parishioners to join our facility team. Volunteering as part of the facility team is a beautiful way to serve God and your parish community. By helping care for the church, you contribute to maintaining a sacred space where we gather to worship, pray, and seek comfort. Your efforts, no matter how small, help create a welcoming and peaceful environment for others to encounter God. It's a humble and rewarding form of stewardship that allows you to give back to the church that nourishes your faith, while also strengthening bonds with fellow parishioners as you work together for a common purpose.
Contact: Father Tuan, Fr. Hendry after Mass
or Thien Dinh at (253) 279-3361
or thiendinh@psj23.org.
Archdiocese News
Warning Priest
Prayer Lists
Visitation and Saint Rita
Cathy Adam, Bob Rooney, Jim Swan, Louise Peterson, Richard Baron, Elisabeth Douglas, Tim Berntsen, Milo Ternes, Tony George, Rick Shurbet, Sabina & George Lockhart, Dick Vargo, Elaine Elliott, Lillian Albers, Odkod McMillin, Jennifer Brandt, Emma Millikan, Shirley Keyes, Mick Flynn, Philip Stumpf, John Meier, Joseph Rivera, Bob Woorley, Peter Pagano, Gene Hall, RosAnn Bridges, Petra Polequin, Brenda Gadson, Dean Lucchesi, Frank & Willie Faniel, Jerry Landridge, Jim & Karen Keithley, Maxine Campbell, David Lamb, Tyler Anglin, Vanessa Elmer, Lucy Romo, Benjamin & Linda Holm, Charles, Robin Mazza, Charlie Faniel, Bobby Gatbunton Myrl Greggs, Sharon Turner and her Family. All those suffering in war and strife. Aaron Turner and her Family. All those suffering in war and strife.
- For the anointing of the sick please call Sr. Anna at 253-592-2455.
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