November 29, 2021 | Vol. 3 No. 48

CHANCERY TO PARISH COMMUNICATIONS

C2P - Weekly Parish Newsletter

Property and Construction

Roofing projects - costs and delays

Roofing projects have been severely impacted by disruption to the material supply chain. We strongly recommend getting these projects under contract by March 1, 2022, otherwise they might not be completed in 2022. Please contact Gus Ripple in Property and Construction Services if you have questions at 206-382-4370 or gusr@seattlearch.org.
Click here for important information

Northwest Catholic

Northwest Catholic magazine

December/January issue: Draw Near to Christ
• Accept Archbishop Etienne's invitation to "return to the Eucharist"
• Hear Bishop Elizondo's thoughts on walking and dreaming together
• Learn how Catholic Community Services is "serving the homeless with more dignity and security"
• Read and reflect on the Advent Sunday Mass readings
Click here to view the flipbook on NWCatholic.org. Please share the flipbook link in your parish communications.

Planning and Mission Effectiveness

Synodal coordinator virtual training

In English and Spanish

December 6 or 7 – Virtual
10am and 6pm options available
Click here to register
Click here for Synod resources

Planning and Mission Effectiveness

Last week's Synod open houses were a big success.
Thank you!

If you were unable to attend, you can watch the recorded version.
Click here for English or Spanish

Marriage & Family Life: At Home with Faith

Experience Advent joy

Family resources. Advent provides us an opportunity to focus on what is most important during a time when we can otherwise be overwhelmed by expectations to do too much, too fast. The At Home with Faith web page includes this week's scripture reflections and faith resources for the family. Updated every Thursday. Digital assets

Faith Formation

Faith Formation December newsletter

Click here to read in English and Spanish

Stewardship and Development

Final Treasure renewal steps to consider

Run a ‘list of lost pledgers’ report from your PDS database. Click here for instructions. Click here for sample of letter.

Send reminder email to those who give online (and returned a pledge card). Example: “If you give online, please visit our site now at www.yourparish.com to change your current gift to reflect the pledge stated above.”

Youth Ministry

Discovering God’s Will as a Young Person

Discernment retreat for grades 11 & 12 in English and Spanish

December 17-19 – Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center
This overnight retreat to discern God’s action in your daily life is sponsored by Youth Ministry and led by Father Justin Ryan. Cost is $50 and includes all meals and lodging. Learn more and register. Inquire about scholarships by emailing daria.lobato@seattlearch.org.

Archbishop's Office and Communications
Welcome Back to Mass resources

Dispensation to be lifted December 8.
Archbishop Etienne invites you to come back to Mass. "Make the Lord’s Day a true celebration of the Resurrection, and a great celebration of being renewed in his life, mercy and love."
• Archbishop's video: For English Click here For Spanish subtitles, click "CC" on the lower right corner.
• Archbishop's letter in English and Spanish
• Welcome Back to Mass webpage Visit and bookmark
• Return to In-Person Mass toolkit Click here
• Northwest Catholic story on lifting the dispensation Click here
• Digital assets for parishes in English and Spanish

Communications

Advent resources

• Advent webpage Click here
• Social media guide and assets Click here in English and Spanish
• Parish web banner and bulletin insert Click here in English and Spanish

This information was presented in past C2Ps.

Archbishop's Office

Catholic Real Estate Initiative to support the mission of the Church

Read the news release on the Catholic Real Estate Initiative in English and Spanish. Click here for Northwest Catholic story.

Bishop Elizondo's Office

Speaker request process for events

Any speakers from outside the archdiocese at ministry or parish events must go through the speaker clearance process. Speakers must be cleared before these events can be promoted in C2P, the archdiocesan events calendar, or archdiocese-affiliated communications channels. It is up to the sponsoring ministry or parish to submit the speaker request forms. For forms and more information, go to the new Speaker request forms page on the archdiocesan website. This is also linked from the For Parishes page of the website.

Catholic Community Services & Catholic Housing Services

2021 Appeal for the Poor

Recommended Dates: December 4-5 or December 11-12
Help Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services continue to provide “gracious hands outstretched” to thousands of Western Washington neighbors in need. In these uncertain times, your help to “make a difference” is more urgent than ever. Please share these digital assets and link to donation page. Campaign toolkit – Click here

Communications

Time to update your parish directory on the archdiocesan website

Click here for the simple one-step process. Fill out this form and we'll take care of the rest! You can also find the form on the For Parishes page of the archdiocesan website. For questions, email: web.development@seattlearch.org

Hispanic Ministry

Hispanic religious practices during COVID-19

Please review in-person and virtual guidelines and suggestions in English and Spanish for:
• Novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe – December 3-11
• Our Lady of Guadalupe – December 12
• Posadas – December 16-24

Human Resources

Washington State minimum wage increases

Effective January 1, 2022
• WA State minimum wage is $14.49/hour
• City of Seattle minimum wage is $17.27/hour
Click here for updated 2022 state regulatory information

Immigrant & Refugee Ministry

Advent resources celebrating migrants

Let's walk together toward Holy Christmas, dedicating the season of Advent to “the least of our brothers and sisters.” Click here for Advent Calendar for Migrants and Refugees from the Vatican's Migrants & Refugees Section.

Parish Financial Services

Review cash handling procedures

Any staff (including school staff) and volunteers involved with handling cash should review the cash receipts rules in the Parish Accounting Manual. Learn more

Stewardship and Development

Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) collection

Reminder to send in all funds from September 18-19 collection weekend. Please remit one check to the Annual Campaigns office.

Washington State Catholic Conference

Advocacy Newsletter Click here for English and Spanish

Young Adult Ministry: For ages 18-39

November 29 at 7pm – At Kells, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Theology on Tap: Series on sainthood

November 29: Who were the saints? Learn more | Digital assets
December 13: Why is Mary a big deal? Learn more | Digital assets

Hispanic Ministry

December 4

27th anniversary of the celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe: Mother of the Americas

Everyone is welcome to this great celebration to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe: Mother of the Americas. While most of the program is in Spanish, all are welcome!
• 8:30 am – Holy Hour at St. Mary Church, Seattle
• 9:30 am – Rosary at St. Mary´s
• 10:15 am – Procession from St. Mary´s to St. James Cathedral
• 12:10 pm – Mass at St. James Cathedral
Bookmark this link to stay informed | Digital assets

Liturgy

December 8 at 8am – St. James Cathedral

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

At the end of Mass, we will mark the end of the Year of St Joseph.
Join Archbishop Etienne in celebrating the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, one of the most important Marian feasts of the liturgical calendar and a holy day of obligation. Learn more

Retreat Center (Archbishop Brunett)

December 10 to 12 – Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center

Advent retreat: "Staying Positive and Faithful in Difficult Times"

Led by Father James Northrop. $247.50 per person, or $209 per person for a shared room.
Learn more | Digital assets

Liturgy

December 11 at 11am – St. James Cathedral, in-person or livestream

Simbang Gabi

This Filipino tradition ushers in Simbang Gabi, a novena of nine Masses meant to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary. | Digital assets

Pastoral Care and Outreach

December 12 at 10am – St. James Cathedral

Inclusion Ministry – Faith Friends open house

Faith formation and sacramental prep for children and teens with disabilities.
Learn more | Bulletin Insert

Hispanic Ministry

December 16 at 9:30am – Virtual

Pastoral Leadership Network for Hispanic Ministry

The PLNHM will be honored with the presence of Archbishop Etienne at this last quarterly meeting of 2021. Please register/RSVP here (you will need to register to receive the call link) Learn more

Marriage and Family Life

December 16 at 7pm – St. Andrew Parish, Sumner

"Protecting the gift of life," an evening with Obianuju Ekeocha

Sponsored by Marriage & Family Life Ministry. Meet Uju | Learn more

Parish Financial Services

March 16 & 17

Save the date for PAA Days

More details to follow

November 15 Update

Click here

Synodal Process resources

Letter to Parishes | Timeline | Liturgy Guide: English and Spanish

Nominate Synod coordinator volunteer

Send your nomination directly to pastoralcouncil@seattlearch.org. For volunteer description and responsibilities, click here.

Questions

Contact: pastoralcouncil@seattlearch.org

You can also find these on
archseattle.org/for-parishes

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