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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 September 13 or November 11
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.
Vietnamese Religious Education Program
Giáo Lý Trẻ Em 2025 – 2026
Chương Trình Giáo Lý Trẻ Em, dành cho các em từ 6 tuổi trở lên, có 7 lớp, từ lớp 1 đến lớp 7.
Em nào đủ 6 tuổi thì ghi danh vào lớp 1. Chương trình 7 năm tuy dài, nhưng giúp các em xây dựng nền tảng đức tin và đời sống thiêng liêng. Xin quý phụ huynh hết lòng đầu tư cho con em mình.
- Ghi danh: Sau các lễ sáng và chiều Chúa Nhật 31/8/2025, 7/9/2025 & 14/9/2025, trước cửa nhà thờ & tại trường học
- Khai Giảng: Chúa Nhật, 14/9/2025 lúc 12:35 pm tại trường học
- Giờ Học: Từ 12:35 pm đến 1:40 pm (65 phút)
Announcements
Ministry of Catholic Cemeteries
Peace of Mind When You Need It Most!
* Pope St. John XXIII – 09/06/25 Sat. 4:30pm and 09/07/25 Sun. 9:45am Masses.
* St. John of the Woods – 09/20/25 Sat. 6pm and 09/21/25 Sun. 8am & 11:30am
Representatives from Associated Catholic Cemeteries will visit our parish soon to share information about the many choices and benefits of pre-planning at your Catholic Cemetery. Planning long before there is an urgent need ensures arrangements in harmony with your faith and avoids the pressure of having to make these decisions while grieving. The Church teaches us that the custom of burying the bodies of the dead should be observed, even for those who choose cremation. Please call or email with any questions you may have about pre-planning in a Catholic Cemetery (206)366-8834 parish@MyCatholicCemetery.org
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.
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
Outreach Community
Pope St. John XXIII STEM ACADEMY
Alumni Mass
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
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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