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Dear Friends of St. Rita,

 

Last Week'sTrivia Question What was the mission in Africa that we supported with ongoing fundraisersr: The African mission that we helped support was the Kassissi Orphanage. St. Rita was very generous to them over many years.

 

This week's question: What was the ministry that our church participated in for many years at the Nativity House? Answer next week,  Send your St. Rita history questions for future inclusion!

 

Sad News: I am so sorry to announce the passing of our beloved Sandy Mazzei last week. He was 99 years old. We were hoping to celebrate 100 years with him next spring. I am sure he is in Heaven enjoying his eternal rest with his family who went before him. Rosary and Funeral will be held at St. Rita on January 6. There will be more information in the next few weeks.

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Christmas Brunch Potluck last Saturday was a huge success. It was great to see so many of our parishioners and to share a festive meal together. Thanks to all who attended. We have missed so many of you and pray you will join us on Saturday mornings. We love our St. Rita community.

 

Special Mass,Catered Italian Dinner and Fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, February 15. If you know anyone who would be a major sponsor, please contact them to donate or offer a matching gift challenge! Refer them to me if they want more information,

 

Upcoming Events - Join us on Saturday mornings.  Let's grow our numbers. We are usually done with prayer and coffee hour about 11:15 a.m.

Saturday, December 20, Rosary recited at 9:40 a.m. and Prayer Service at 10 a.m.  Coffee hour follows in the hall 

Saturday, December 27, Rosary at 9:40 a.m. and Prayer Service at 10 a.m.  Coffee hour follows in the hall

Saturday, January 3, Rosary at 9:40 a.m. and Prayer Service at 10 a.m.  Coffee hour follows in the hall

Saturday, January 10, Rosary at 9:40 a.m. and Prayer Service at 10 a.m., including Anointing of the Sick

 

Thanks to those of you who have sent me donation checks for our church. With no regular weekend Masses, our contributions are not sufficient to pay our bills each month.  Donate to St.Rita with a monthly or occasional contribution. Bring to Saturday prayer services or take/mail directly to PSJXXIII and mark clearly for St. Rita's upkeep. 

 

St. Rita, Pray for Us

Fr. Sacco, Pray for Us

Fr. Baffaro, Pray for Us

God Bless,

Francie Messina Jordan


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.


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