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PARISH COMMUNITY
Holy Rosary is alive with many events and groups who help keep the Parish thriving and welcoming. If you are interested in any of these areas, please contact the person listed or call the Parish Office at 935-8353.
Kate Mitchell 935-8844 Mary Simpson, ext 213 msimpson@holyrosaryseattle.org
The Collection Counters meet weekly to count the checks, currency and coins you donate. We tally the regular collection plus all the special purpose donations and prepare the bank deposit. Ten key experience is particularly helpful but not required. A background check is required. To volunteer contact Mary or Kate.
Patrick Dowd, 933-8411 dalydowd@msn.com
During the 9:30am Sunday Mass (September through May), elementary school age children are dismissed after the opening prayer to celebrate their own Liturgy of the Word appropriate for their age level and return to the Mass following the Homily. Children are divided into three groups according to their school grade and each group is assigned a leader: · Group 1- Kindergarten & 1st Grade · Group 2- 2nd & 3rd Grade · Group 3- 4th & 5th Grade
No liturgical experience or training is necessary, only a commitment to serve as a CLOW leader or assistant at the 9:30 Mass once or twice a month. The format for CLOW is in place and leaders and assistants use prepared material for each Sunday’s readings and guided discussion. Please consider becoming a CLOW leader or assistant (especially if your child attends CLOW) as this program cannot continue without volunteers -or in other words, while the harvest is truly great, the laborers are few.
JoAnn Tobin, ext 203, jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
Every two years Holy Rosary offers a series of sessions to prepare adults who have not yet been confirmed for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The sessions focus on the Rite of Confirmation itself while also connecting Confirmation to the other two sacraments of initiation: Baptism and Eucharist. Holy Rosary staff and parish volunteers facilitate the sessions. The ministerial requirements are a desire to work with adults in their sacramental formation as well as good listening skills and small group facilitation skills.
Confirmation candidates also need sponsors, i.e. other adult Catholics who are willing to companion the Confirmation candidate during the process of preparation. Good listening skills, an ability to be present to the candidate and a willingness to share faith are plusses for Confirmation sponsors.
Patrick Barredo pbarredo@holyrosaryseattle.org
Through the Sacrament of Confirmation, Catholics are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. They become true witnesses of Christ, spreading his message by the way in which they live their lives.
Anyone who is a junior or senior in high school and baptized may be confirmed. There is a year-long formation process that culminates with the Mass of Confirmation, celebrated with the Archbishop or one of our Auxiliary Bishops, during the Easter season. Contact Patrick if you would like to be confirmed, or if you would like to be a part of the Confirmation team.
JoAnn Tobin, ext. 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
Holy Rosary Parish offers faith formation classes for preschool 3’s and 4’s of the parish Sunday mornings during the 9:30am Mass from October to May. Adult/high school volunteers of the parish teach the sessions. The skills needed for this ministry are a desire for and love of working with young children 3 and 4 years of age in the area of faith formation. A user-friendly program is in place, along with a variety of other materials.
JoAnn Tobin, ext. 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
Holy Rosary offers faith formation sessions on Sunday mornings for kindergarten through grade 6 children who do not attend a Catholic School. The sessions are offered from late September through May with adult volunteers from the parish teaching these classes. A desire to work with young children in passing on the faith is a definite requirement in this ministry. Share the Joy is the current program in place and very user-friendly for the teachers. Our Sunday faith formation program is also in need of administrative, behind-the scenes work, i.e. helping to prepare for parent meetings, working in the office on Sunday mornings while classes are in session. For further information or to volunteer, please contact JoAnn.
First Communion/First Reconciliation JoAnn Tobin, ext 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
Each year Holy Rosary prepares a group of young parishioners for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. The actual preparation sessions are facilitated by parish staff but administrative and hospitality ministry is also required in order to have a welcoming and successful ministry. Hospitality help is needed in planning receptions and parent meetings. Please contact JoAnn for further information.
JoAnn Turpin, 933-1949
The Parish Library is open between Masses on the first Sunday of each month throughout the school year. The library stocks several hundred books by well-known authors on a wide variety of religious subjects, as well as music and videos. All resources may also be checked out on weekdays during regular parish office hours.
JoAnn Tobin, ext 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
The Rite of Christian Initiation is the process the Church has in place for initiating new members, seven years of age and older, into the Catholic Church. Holy Rosary offers year round preparation sessions in which children and adults are either prepared for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist or for a Profession of Faith, Confirmation and Eucharist, if the candidate is already one with us in Baptism.
A variety of ministries are needed in Christian Initiation: facilitators for the preparation sessions, dismissal catechists for Sunday liturgies, hospitality ministers and sponsors for the catechumens and candidates. Christian initiation ministers need good listening skills, a desire to work with children or adults preparing to come into the church and a willingness to learn themselves. Ministers are needed for both adults and children. The qualities of a sponsor are a desire to companion a prospective member of the church, good listening skills, ability to share faith and to be present to the candidate in their journey.
Religious Education - Elementary JoAnn Tobin, ext 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org (See Faith Formation)
Religious Education - Jr. High Emmett Blake emmettblake@clearwire.net
Religious Education - Pre-School JoAnn Tobin, ext 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org (See Faith Formation)
JoAnn Tobin, ext 203 jtobin@holyrosaryseattle.org
At various times during the year Holy Rosary offers a series of sessions to help the returning Catholic return to the sacraments and regular church attendance. Sessions on the Mass, liturgy and the Eucharist, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, prayer and Scripture are among the topics covered plus an opportunity for participants to share their stories. Holy Rosary staff and volunteers from the parish facilitate the sessions. The ministerial needs for the Returning Catholics team are good listening skills, a non-judgmental attitude and a comfort level in facilitating small groups.
Patrick Barredo pbarredo@holyrosaryseattle.org
Holy Rosary’s youth ministry program serves the Church by leading teens closer to Christ by encouraging vibrant Eucharistic celebrations and opportunities for teens to grow in their faith. Youth ministry should empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world today, draw them to responsible participation in the life, mission and work of the Catholic Church, and foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each youth. If you would like to become involved in the youth program, whether you are a teen, or as a volunteer, please contact Patrick.
Patrick Barredo pbarredo@holyrosaryseattle.org
Altar Servers actively participate in the Mass by helping during the liturgy. They are responsible for assisting the priests and Eucharistic ministers when they are at the altar. As Pope John Paul II proclaims: “Commitment to the altar is not only a duty but a great honor, a true holy service.” Our youngest altar servers are in the 5th grade, but we also have quite a few who are adults! Daily Mass is another area of opportunity. We do a group training once a year and offer special trainings as needed.
Diane Redenbaugh baughd@isomedia.com
This special ministry gives you the opportunity to share the Body and the Blood of Christ with their fellow parishioners. With prayerful reflection before the Mass, this special one-on-one ministry lets you greet each person and share the Body and Blood of Christ. It is an exchange of faith. This ministry is wonderful because God’s presence is truly alive! It also allows people to participate more fully in the Mass, and it does not involve extra time outside of Mass. Anyone who is a confirmed Catholic may become a Eucharistic minister. It involves a one hour initial training session. Eucharistic Ministers are scheduled approximately one weekend Mass each month. Schedules are done on a quarterly basis and we do our best to accommodate special requests. If you are interested in joining this ministry, please contact Diane.
Virginia Beaudrot, 933-1503 vmbeaudrot@hotmail.com
During our liturgies, the church is festooned with beautiful arrangements of flowers. If you would like to help with arranging the flowers or with caring for them during the week, please contact Virginia.
Patrick Barredo pbarredo@holyrosaryseattle.org
Greeters carry the responsibility for creating a welcoming atmosphere at the entrances of the church. Offering a smile and a word of welcome can have a profound impact on people as they arrive, especially if they are visitors to Holy Rosary. Our worship will only be truly hospitable when everyone who gathers for liturgy reaches out to those around them with the love of Christ. If you are a people person please consider becoming a greeter. Greeters are present for one Mass each weekend. The greeters invite everyone who gathers for Mass to enter the church with the joy of the Lord. Sometimes, they are asked to help with other special ceremonies at Mass that involve great celebrations! Please contact Patrick if you would like to celebrate this special ministry of welcoming!
Patrick Barredo pbarredo@holyrosaryseattle.org
In the absence of a priest, there may still be a celebration of the Eucharist, led by lay persons. Faithful Catholic men and women may become lay presiders to lead communion services. These services are composed of the Liturgy of the Word, during which time the lay presider leads the assembly in a reflection of the Scriptures, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist, celebrated with hosts consecrated at previous Masses.
The ministry of lay presider requires special training. You will learn to give Scripture reflections after the Gospel is proclaimed. You will also learn how to lead the celebration of Communion. If you feel called to lead prayer once a month, please contact Patrick.
Bette Lebens bslebens@comcast.net
Lectors are responsible for proclaiming the Word of God during liturgies. Lectors know that when they read from the lectionary (the book containing the Scriptures) they are reading God’s Word given to all faithful people. In preparing to read at mass, lectors have taken the time to hear anew old words, to let the images of Scripture reflect and mingle with their lives. They know how to communicate their passion for God’s Word with the people in the assembly of the church. Lectors minister the Word of God approximately once a month. There are training sessions to learn how to not just read, but to proclaim, the Scriptures, so that life may truly be given to God’s Word. After the training, there are 3 auditions, so that lectors may learn how to read well at mass. Feedback is given after each audition. After the auditions, the hopeful lector may then be invited to commit her- or himself to the ministry. If interested, please contact Bette.
Megan Vecchio mavecchio1@comcast.net
Throughout the history of the Church, a dynamic tension has existed between the continuity of traditional artistic expression and the need to articulate the faith in ways proper to each age and to diverse cultures. The place where God's people gather prompts them to recognize the divine image in which they have been created and restored in Christ. The tradition of decorating the church for liturgical seasons and feasts heightens the awareness of the festive, solemn, or penitential nature of these seasons. Human minds and hearts are stimulated by the sounds, sights, and fragrances of liturgical seasons, which combine to create powerful, lasting impressions of the rich and abundant graces unique to each of the seasons. We need help from people with imaginative ideas, or who would like to spend time adorning the church with decorations. If you are interested in helping to decorate our church during the course of the year - from Advent through Christmas, to Lent into Easter, contact Megan.
9:30am Sunday Choir & Ensemble; 5pm Saturday Vigilites Paul Dolejsi, 935-8353
Our large ensemble & choir leads the singing at the 9:30am Sunday morning mass, and the ‘Vigilites’ lead the music at the 5:00pm Saturday Vigil Mass. All of our music ministers strive to lead and support the voice of the assembly. Our choir includes a number of excellent cantors and our ensembles feature piano, guitar, bass guitar, pedal steel, flute, drums, and percussion. There are many opportunities for singers and instrumentalists at all of our parish masses. A prayerful attitude, a joyful heart and a willingness to serve are all you need to participate in music ministry. As Elaine Rendler, a prominent Catholic musician has stated so well: “Our mission in music ministry is to serve the people of God through the gift of music and thus to further the mission of Christ in the world.” Music Ministry at Holy Rosary is a great way for you to share your musical gifts with your parish community!
Bob Ingalls bingalls@holyrosaryseattle.org
The 11:15am choir is a group of singers from the parish that specialize in four-part choral literature spanning five centuries, from the Renaissance to the present day. This Holy Rosary Church choir is considered to be one of the finest Catholic Church choirs in all of western Washington. Currently with twenty-three members, the choir provides a positive, friendly environment for creating liturgical music. Members of the traditional choir are ministers in every sense of the term. Our mission is to support the voice of the assembly at Mass and to provide music to reinforce the messages contained in the readings and the Gospel. We rehearse from 7:15 -9:00pm on Tuesday evenings in the loft of the church. On Sunday mornings we meet at 10:15am in the Parish Center to prepare for singing at the 11:15am Mass.
Paul Dolejsi, 935-8353
The Holy Rosary Children’s Choir is comprised of 20-30 grade school
students of Holy Rosary and other neighborhood schools. Their most
common trait is that they love to sing! The choir sings at Mass to lead
and support the singing of the assembly, the same as our adult choirs.
In doing so, our children are learning to become music ministers—our
future leaders of song and prayer! They also learn that their talents
are gifts from God to be given back in service to the parish community.
We practice on Tuesday afternoons in the church from 3-4pm (cantors
also practice from 4-4:30). We sing for Sunday Mass about once a month,
including Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday. The Children’s Choir is a
great way for your child to learn how to be a music minister and to be
actively involved at mass!
Paul Dolejsi, 935-8353
Our parish teens provide music ministry for the First Saturday Youth Mass at Holy Rosary. The Teen Music Group is a contemporary music ensemble with piano, guitar, drums, bass guitar and flute. Our junior and senior high teens lead the singing, minister as cantors and even play some of the instruments. Our music comes from the best contemporary composers, with familiar Catholic songs to make all feel welcome. The Teen Mass is on the First Saturday of each month, October through June at 5pm. Music practice is Thursday after school from 3-4pm and prior to the First Saturday mass from 4-4:30. Teens and the young-at-heart who like Spirit-filled music are invited to participate. Come and be a part of this exciting new music ministry!
Ginny Kane kanes6@comcast.net
Jillian Kane contact thru the
School Office (937-7255) School parents meet once a week to pray the rosary for the intentions of the Holy Rosary School faculty, staff and families. We meet from 8:30am to 9am (right after dropping off the kids) in the Reservation Chapel of the church every Monday that school is in session. It is wonderful to pray together for such a wonderful community. Please join us!
Diane Redenbaugh baughd@isomedia.com
If the Eucharistic Liturgy on weekends can be compared to a divine drama, then the “stage” must be set up with the necessary “props” to signify the Divine Action that is being performed with the People of God. That is the simple, yet rewarding, ministry of the Sacristan. Bread and wine for the Eucharistic Meal, bowls and cups to contain them; books marked for the proper readings and prayers – all must be readied. Lights, microphones, and the heating system must be adjusted. At the end of one Mass, the “stage” needs to be reset for the next mass. Properly done, the sacristan is transparent to the Assembly. Yet the ministry demands knowledge of liturgy and dedication to arrive on time to do the duties of this ministry completely.
Michael Go mikego@mac.com
The Usher Ministry helps facilitate each and every Mass. We are responsible for the collection. We involve parishioners in bringing the Gifts during the Offertory. We ensure that the celebration of the Eucharist is a smooth one whether it is to help distribute and collect hearing aids, to distribute bulletins after Mass, or to help seat parishioners. The Usher Ministry is open to all those who are willing. We seek individuals who aspire to a sense of duty and a deep sense of responsibility. At Holy Rosary we have many ushers who have been dedicated to this ministry for many years. We have literally become fixtures in the celebration. It is a testament to the fulfillment that this ministry gives to us. Perhaps, it may to you too!
Refawne and Richard Acarregui, 933-7502
Each final week of November for the past 20 years, just as we’re putting away the last bits of turkey, we magically become the Treelot Elves to spread a little bit of Christmas tree joy to the people of West Seattle! Right at the corner of California and Lander, we transform the Admiral Safeway parking lot into a festival of lights, of fresh-cut Christmas trees, of garlands and wreaths, and of the fresh pine smell that evokes memories of happy Christmases past.
We are the Tree Elves, a band of dedicated volunteers, of parents, grandparents, students, friends, and neighbors of Holy Rosary School. A few weeks in every year, we become Santa’s Christmas tree helpers. We are fun-loving creatures who work hard to bring you the best trees to make your Holidays more special! Santa has given us the charge of bringing cheer throughout the West Seattle neighborhood. So, fifteen percent of the proceeds of our Sale goes to local area charities. It’s just a little way for us to help out who are less fortunate. As the Head Elf himself said, “No one gets left behind!”
Sarah MacKay oceanskimmer@comcast.net Katie Corl corlkat@netzero.com
The goal of the auction is to raise funds to do what H.E.A.R.T. stands for: Helping Education and Religious Training. The auction normally takes place in the spring and is a highly anticipated event. Many people are needed to make this event a success. There are many established committees that work hard year round planning the decorations, procuring items, setting up our website and much more. Contact us if you're interested in working with an enthusiastic group of people.
Anne Moschetto amoschetto@holyrosaryseattle.org Melissa Tuthill mtuthill@holyrosaryseattle.org
Friday mornings in the parish office dining room, a group of faithful parishioners get together to attach the various inserts in the Holy Rosary weekly bulletin. These volunteers spend about two hours each Friday for the preparation of the bulletin. It is not all work—it’s also a time to visit, share a cup of coffee, and to share some laughs. Volunteers are always needed, so if you are available please contact the Parish Office.
Maureen Blake mblake620@clearwire.net
After all Masses on most Sundays, a Coffee and Donuts hour is offered in the School Hall. This gives parishioners an opportunity to get to know each other. By having various other ministries from our parish “host” this event, Coffee & Donuts also provides an opportunity for parishioners to get to know a little bit about different activities going on at Holy Rosary. If you’re interested in helping out with this ministry, please contact Maureen.
Chris Teppner, 206-841-2118 theteppners@comcast.net
CYO's mission is to develop well rounded youth with positive self- esteem and real care for others. What we are about is to help parents raise well-adjusted, morally strong, faith filled children and at the same time to have fun with athletics and athletic development. CYO is open to all parishioners and students. Holy Rosary offers soccer, cross country, volleyball, basketball, track and baseball. A CYO board administers the sports programs. Please contact Chris Teppner, CYO board chairman/athletic director, for further information.
Danette Carufel danettecarufel@hotmail.com
The Family Life Corner is located in the narthex of the church, at the Genesee Street entrance. It is a table stocked with crayons, pencils and coloring activities to keep young parishioners busy at Mass so that their parents can be full participants in the liturgy. These materials are faith-based, so even if the youngsters aren’t able to follow what’s happening during Mass, they still are thinking about God and our faith. We hope to build a little library of gently-used religious books for the youngsters to look through as part of this Corner – if you have any books or materials (crayons, coloring books, etc.) you’d like to donate, please contact Danette.
Maureen Blake mblake620@clearwire.net
A rewarding and meaningful ministry in which volunteers help set up, serve and clean up for receptions following funerals. We try to keep a fairly large list of volunteers so that no one is called on too often. If interested, contact Maureen Blake.
Chris Clarke, 343-6346 cwclarke@platt.com
The Golf Tournament committee plans, runs, and participates in the annual Holy Rosary Golf Tournament to benefit the Father Mallahan School Endowment Fund. The tournament is played at the West Seattle Golf Club and features generous business sponsors from our community. The 8th Grade Class from Holy Rosary School provides caddies to raise money for their annual retreat. Meetings are held once a month from January until the tournament in the Fall. If you are interested in joining the team please contact Chris.
Kate Mitchell, 935-8844
Prayer and Eucharistic Liturgy are the primary aims of the League. On the first Friday of the month, members of the League attend Mass and, on those afternoons, gather in the Convent dining room for a short meeting and prayer. Membership is open to everyone. Please contact Kate for further information.
Erin Piegari, 280-4409 Kristin Bentler, 932-2609
Moms Offering Mutual Support is a Family Life Ministry that centers around fun, fellowship, crafts, outings, speakers and other activities for parents/caregivers and children. We meet every Friday from 10:00--11:30am in the Parish Center (Convent) Dining Room* or in local parks during the summer. For more information please contact Erin or Kristin.
*During the Parish Center renovation, we will be meeting at Lee's Martial Arts at 3270a California Ave SW, on the second floor.
Anne Moschetto amoschetto@holyrosaryseattle.org Melissa Tuthill mtuthill@holyrosaryseattle.org
We are always in need of help with our many parish mailings. Keeping parishioners up-to-date with the goings-on here at Holy Rosary is very important. In addition to quarterly statements, we often send our parishioners helpful materials to help them prepare for the different seasons, such as The Little Blue Book for Advent, The Little Black Book for Lent, and The Little White Book for Easter. Help is needed in the office (treats provided) or some volunteers prefer to take a batch home and work on them there. This is a great opportunity for school parent commitment hours or for Junior High Students to earn their service hours! Contact Anne or Melissa if you would like to join this team.
Heather Newman, 932-6800 hnewman00@gmail.com Kamila Kennedy, 938-7796 kennedykamila@yahoo.com
During the Sunday 9:30am Mass, Family Life runs a nursery for small children (ages 9 months to 4 years) in the Gym. This allows parents the opportunity to attend and be full participants in Mass without being distracted by the needs of their little ones. The children have fun playing with toys and making new friends. There are generally two to three volunteers staffing the nursery, and a donation of $1.50 per child or $3.00 per family is suggested to help defray costs. If you have any questions about the nursery or are interested in volunteering your time, please contact Heather or Kamila.
Doug Fiechtner alki_feeks@comcast.net
This is a call for all men, regardless of where you are on the spiritual Richter scale, to come for a new beginning, or a booster shot, or a new perspective. How can you better understand the unique being that you are, your relationship to the One who created you, and what do you need to relate well to others in your life? There are all kinds of groups and organizations to provide for your physical, economic and sporting needs, but what about your spiritual needs? If the needs of your spirit are not met all else will be empty and unfulfilled. Any man reading this is invited to be in the vanguard of something that can make a difference in your life, the life of your family and the life of Holy Rosary. Take this step and experience the difference as God will not be outdone. The Men’s Group meets most every Saturday morning from 7-8am in the School Hall. All men are invited! Just show up!
Erin Podany epodany@comcast.net Meg Peterson 143peterson@comcast.net
WestFest is fun! Imagine a sunny Fall weekend in September that brings together family and friends from Holy Rosary Parish, an event put on by the school and the Parish that’s safe and tons of fun for all ages. You’ll find rides, kids games, an entertainment stage, specialty food booths, BINGO, a used book sale, a raffle, an arts & crafts fair, and much more right here in the Holy Rosary School grounds. WestFest is community! Now on its 20th year, WestFest has become our community’s Fall Family Festival. In it, we celebrate the culmination of a summer well spent as well as the beginning of an exciting new school year! Best of all, WestFest is community. It is a Festival run purely by volunteers from our Parish. It embodies everything that our community is all about. We show our children what can be accomplished by working together. Without the sheer dedication and hard work of parishioners, parents, children, friends and family, there can be no WestFest! WestFest is tradition! As a West Seattle tradition, WestFest can’t happen without involved parents, teachers, and parishioners! Please consider helping by working a shift or two—it’s a lot of fun and a great way to meet neighbors and friends. This year’s WestFest Chairs, Meg Peterson and Erin Podany will work with you to find just the right volunteer opportunity. Above all, we hope you’ll spend time at WestFest this Fall—you won’t want to miss it!
Virginia Radel vradel@holyrosaryseattle.org
The Women’s Spirituality Group is a community of women of all ages who come together on Wednesday evenings,7-8:30 pm, to pray, share faith and build fellowship. We select reading materials designed to explore and expand our spiritual growth. Anyone thirsting for a fuller and more intimate understanding of one’s spirituality and relationship with Jesus is welcome to attend. The group does not focus on religious education or bible study, but rather on one’s spiritual journey.
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