St. Louise Parish COVID-19 Safety Protocols Update for Mass
Communion Distribution Update (7/23/2021)
In order to care for our neighbor and protect the most vulnerable among us there will be a couple of changes to how we distribute communion at Mass beginning this weekend.

• The Marian side of the church to the east continues to be our social distanced section.  The Eucharistic Minister on this side of the church will now only offer communion in the hand and not on the tongue.
• Those who wish to receive communion on the tongue are invited to sit elsewhere in the church and in the pews toward the back so that you are entering the communion line after those who will receive in the hand.  

Effective Now

• Folks are highly encouraged to wear a facial covering at Mass but it is no longer required.  We want everyone to feel comfortable, safe and welcome to wear a facial covering if they wish but it will not be required.
• We no longer have have seating capacity but for folks that wish to remain physically distanced, the pews and chairs located on the east section of the sanctuary, the Marian wall area, will remain reserved for this purpose.
• Communion may be received on the hand or on the tongue.
• Out of care for others, we ask everyone to screen themselves for symptoms prior to coming to Mass and to stay home if you are feeling ill.
• Wash hands with soap and water or use a hand sanitizer.
• Avoid shaking hands during the sign of peace.
• Kindly exit the sanctuary after Mass.

• El lado mariano de la iglesia hacia el este sigue siendo nuestra sección de distanciada social y cubre bocas. El Ministro Eucarístico de este lado de la iglesia ahora solo ofrecerá la comunión en la mano y no en la lengua.
• Aquellos que deseen recibir la comunión en la lengua están invitados a sentarse en otro lugar de la iglesia y en los bancos hacia atrás para que entren en la fila de comunión después de los que recibirán en la mano.

• Se recomienda encarecidamente a las personas que usen un cubre boca para la misa, pero ya no es un requisito. Queremos que todos se sientan cómodos, seguros y bienvenidos a usar un cubre boca si lo desean, pero no será requerido.
• Ya no tenemos limite de capacida, pero las personas que deseen permanecer físicamente distanciadas, las bancas y sillas ubicadas en la sección del lado mariano, permanecerán reservadas para este propósito.
• La comunión se puede recibir en la mano o en la lengua.
• Por cuidado de los demás, les pedimos a todos que se examinen para detectar síntomas antes de asistir a misa y que se queden en casa si se sienten enfermos.
• Lávese las manos con agua y jabón o use un desinfectante para manos.
• Evite dar la mano durante la señal de la paz.
• Por favor salga del santuario después de la misa.

Important communications about changes in the St. Louise Parish Staff
Dear Friends at St. Louise Parish, 

I hope that you are enjoying these summer days.  I am writing this message to you as members of St. Louise Parish, of important changes in our parish staff.  In late June, I learned of information that led me to re-think the structure of our staff.  After prayer and careful reflection, I have decided that it is best for St. Louise Parish to retain David Gehrig as Pastoral Assistant of Pastoral Care and for him to continue directing the funerals and pastoral care ministries.  I am grateful that David has accepted my offer to remain on our parish staff.  This decision means shifts in key areas of responsibilities for other staff members.  Geri Hanley – Director of Community Life, will now coordinate Adult Faith Formation and the new parish small group initiative in collaboration with our Evangelization Commission.  Geri will not direct pastoral care and funerals as previously planned.  Fr. Ben Bray – Parochial Vicar, will oversee the Worship Commission and Liturgy Committee.  Katie O’Neill – Director of Evangelization, will now direct Liturgy and continue as staff resource to the Evangelization Commission.  I will provide this same information and updated staff organizational chart, in the bulletin the weekend of July 18/19.

This is a step of faith for me personally and I will need all of you here at St. Louise to take a step in faith with me to help our parish to continue to move forward according to the movement of the Holy Spirit.  There are many challenges that remain ahead of us, such as a diminishing congregation, the gradual return as we move through the pandemic and failing buildings. When I prayed on all of this, I kept hearing, “Faith, not fear.”  I am putting my faith in God’s promise and in all of you.  Thank you for your encouragement which you show to me constantly as your pastor.  Do not hesitate to contact me with any comments or questions you may have.     
 Fr. Gary

Children's Faith Formation
Registration for Children's Faith Formation is now available here please register. 
The program will begin with a Children's Retreat  Day on September 18 from 9AM until noon. Classes will resume on Sunday, October 3, from 8:30AM until 10AM.  Children are invited to join our community at the Offertory of the Mass. Class size is limited to 20 children.  Early registration is encouraged. We are excited about sharing the Good News of the Gospel with the young people of our parish. If you have a question, please feel free to contact Geri Hanley at the Parish Office,  425-214-5464 or geri@stlouise.org.

Children's Sacramental Preparation
Children who wish to prepare for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist must be at least seven years of age and registered in our Children's Faith Formation Program or our school program. Family sessions for the immediate preparation of the sacraments will be held beginning in February 2022.  Cost for the program is $60.  Scholarships are available. Registration and a calendar of events is available on our parish website:  www.stlouise.org. For further details, contact Geri Hanley at the Parish Office, 425- 214-5464 or geri@stlouise.org.
 

Registracion para el Catecismo
La Iglesia de Saint Louise de Marillac le da la bienvenida a usted para el programa de formación religiosa para todos los niños de 7 años hasta el 8 grado. 
 
Para la Primera Comunión  El estudiante debe de estar en el 2do. año escolar. Por favor venga a la oficina todos los viernes de 11AM a 3PM.  Favor de traer para su registro:

• 1. Acta de Bautismo 
• 2. Llenar la forma de Registración 
• 3. El pago de 80.00 dls. completo 

 Ademas:

•  Los Padres de familia deben de asistir a clases para padres mientras sus hijos están tomando sus clases, y se va a contar la asistencia.
• Asistir los domingos a Misa con sus hijos desde el inicio. NO LLEGAR TARDE para poder adquirir un sello dominical después de misa.. Preguntas 425 214 5474  con Berenice.

Good Start Back to School Drive

It’s the 26th year for the Back to School Drive, which starts this week and runs through Sunday, August 1. This year the Social Concerns Committee is requesting new backpacks and monetary donations for Bellevue School District students (grades K – 12) most in need. School staff recommend these students who also qualify for federal free and reduced-price lunches. Your donation may provide the only school supplies available for them.
 
Please help make a difference in a student’s life by buying and donating a new backpack, and returning it to the School Bus Box, which will be located by the main entrance of the church before and after Masses on July 17/18, July 24/25 and July 31/Aug 1. 
 
Monetary donations made be made online through the St. Louise website, or there will be a box for checks and cash donations after Mass as you exit.  Please make any checks out to Congregations for Kids/EISCC. Check out the Congregations for Kids website at www.congregations4kids.org.
 
Questions?  Please call or email Jeanne  Duncan: jeanne.duncan130@yahoo.com or 206-552-4202.
Thank you for your support!
 

Introducing the Pastoral Plan

Archbishop Etienne invites all Catholics and Catholic ministries to renew their relationship with Jesus to ensure we are carrying out his mission.

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Archdiocesan Annual Catholic Appeal

The 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal is underway! From outreach to those on the margins to supporting parishes, seminarians, youth and young adult ministries and so much more, the Annual Catholic Appeal helps build a vibrant Catholic Community in Western Washington. We are inviting everyone to participate this year so that we reach our goal of $261,601 as quickly as possible.  Some of you have already made your donation, and we thank you for your generous and prompt reply.

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 (If there are no names listed then there are no pending funerals.)
Ed Budig - Thursday, July 22 at 11AM
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