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Holiday Magic

It is a great pleasure and joy to sing with such amazing and talented men and women of the Sno-King Community Chorale.  Come and enjoy a most wonderful holiday concert. http://www.sno-kingchorale.org/images/stories/Pictures/2014%20Holiday%20Magic.jpg

Protests

We have seen protests in Seattle regarding which facility is best suited for Woodland Park Zoo elephants. Protesters continue to disrupt traffic over claims of police brutality as an unarmed African American, Michael Brown, who was shot and killed by Darren Wilson, a white police officer. A Grand Jury found no indictment against the officer who resigned.  Media continue to sensationalize the protests. Where is our outrage (and peaceful protest) over the killing of our unborn children in our (local) cities across America?  Jurisdictions actually sign off on the establishment licenses where the killing takes place? Unbelievable!  Between 55 and 56 million children have been aborted since 1973.  How many women have had their lives destroyed due to abortion? Held end abortion today? www.40daysforlife.com

MPHS: A Former Teacher Writes

I wanted to write something, but wasn't sure what to say, as I pondered the tragic shooting events which began on the morning of Friday, October 24, 2014 at Marysville-Pilchuck High School. Our hearts were suddenly shattered and filled with intense shock, sadness and grief as we all learned of the horror MPHS students, staff, families, and the Marysville community experienced on this unbelievable day.  Frequently, I have walked the make-shift memorial fence which is full of well wishes, tears, love, peace, prayers and support for not only the victims, families and staff, but the entire Marysville area. I have wept. I have prayed. I continue to pray.  While searching Internet media sites attempting to obtain the latest information, I located the following blog post, which spoke volumes to me...as I, too, process these events. I have never met Mr. P, but our children graduated from MPHS. Thursday, October 30, 2014 "Marysville-Pilchuck is MY School" http://themrpblog.bl

Abby Johnson: Building a Culture of Life - Cornerstone Catholic Conference

CORNERSTONE CATHOLIC CONFERENCE NOTES OCT 25, 2014 BUILDING A CULTURE OF LIFE TACOMA CONVENTION CENTER, TACOMA, WA   ABBY JOHNSON : Former Planned Parenthood director, now outspoken pro-life leader, author of best-selling book, Unplanned , founder of And Then There Were None , a ministry to assist abortion clinic workers out of the abortion industry. www.abbyjohnson.org Abortion is the most common medical procedure in America – it is done blind – --not guided by ultrasound or sonogram imaging during actual procedure. Abby performed 40 abortions per day; at 13 weeks – arms, legs, fingers, toes,         --internal organs formed and recognized. Apathy: After 40 years of abortion - apathy continues as a significant driver of abortion. Response to abortion: “We do nothing! We are silent! Church is silent!”   --So very angry at our Church’s response! 70% of abortion comes from our churches. 57 million abortions so far – 57 million dead babies… What is

Why Do I (We) Not Act Like it?

                                                Two prophetic speakers at our Everett 40 Days for Life 2014 fall kickoff moved the hearts of those who attended September 19th at Saint Mary Magdalen Parish Hall in Everett.  Matt and David "walk the talk" daily defending the unborn, witnessing on the streets, while sharing the Gospel. Matt Ulrich and his wife, Georgene, are long-time prayer warriors and parishioners at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Shoreline. The Ulrich's are co-directors of Prolife Washington , also known as "The Billboard People".  Prolife Washington raises funds to purchase pro-life billboards across Washington State.  Matt and Georgene are also directors of the local affiliate, (Seattle) Helpers of God's Precious Infants . The Helpers adopt and hold vigil at several abortion clinics (mills) in Greater Seattle area (Aurora, Everett, Lynnwood, Northgate, Seattle) while frequently attending Mass beyond Sunday and often praying for

Prayer to End Abortion

Prayer to End Abortion   Lord God, I thank you today for the gift of my life, And for the lives of all my brothers and sisters. I know there is nothing that destroys more life than abortion, Yet I rejoice that you have conquered death By the Resurrection of Your Son. I am ready to do my part in ending abortion. Today I commit myself, Never to be passive, Never to be forgetful of the unborn. I commit myself to be active in the pro-life movement, And never to stop defending life Until all my brothers and sisters are protected, And our nation once again becomes A nation with liberty and justice Not just for some, but for all, Through our Lord. Amen. -In the Palm of Your Hand - Priests for Life. http://www.priestsforlife.org/

Irene Ann Miller, Obituary

Irene Ann Miller http://www.pipermorleymellingerfh.com/book-of-memories/1940689/Miller-Irene/obituary.php Irene Ann Miller                  Irene Ann Miller, of Tacoma, WA, passed away August 31, 2014.   She was 80 years old.   She was born on June 21, 1934, in Aberdeen, SD, to Joachim and Barbara Braun Miller.   After moving to Tacoma in 1941, the Miller Family belonged to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.   Irene later became a member of Sts. Cosmas and Damian Parish in Orting, WA.                She loved reading her Bible and visiting with family.   She also enjoyed going to Cheney Stadium to watch the Tacoma baseball team, or listening to their games on the radio and TV.                Irene is survived by her son, Ed Mohs (Donna); grandchildren, Kristy, Mark, Michele, and David; and several great grandchildren.   Survivors also include brothers Paul (JoAnn), and Richard (Gloria); sisters Rosemarie Vitale (Vince), and Monica Olson (Dennis); sisters-in-law Diane

A Great Joy: SKCC - What a Kick!

Very excited, I joined and became a member of the Sno-King Community Chorale tonight directed and conducted by the one and only Mr. Frank DeMiero.  Frank was my high school Men's Glee teacher my sophomore year at Mountlake Terrace High School. Thank you Frank for your tremendous gift of music, more importantly, your natural desire to share that gift with all of us. It is an honor to sing with you again!

Biblical Verses - Short Prayers

I love you, Jesus! Thank you, Jesus! Praise you, Jesus! # Jesus answered, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except thru Me." John 14:6 #  Come Holy Spirit, come!  Come into my life and stay with me forever. # Jesus, Mary, Joseph. I love you! Save Souls. #  Sacred Heart of Jesus,  I place my trust in you. #  I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 # God so loved the world That He gave His only begotten Son, That whoever believes in Him Will not die But have eternal life. John 3:16 # This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 # I am the Vine; You are the branches. John 15:5 # One does not live on bread alone But by every word that comes from the mouth of God. Matthew 4:4 # I will praise your name forever, My king and my God. Psalm 145 # Help me Jesus! Show me the Way, Jesus! Fill me with your Peace. # Prayer at Consecration: Lord,

My Birth Mom, Irene Ann Miller

Last Saturday evening (4/26/2014) as I lay in bed, ready to fall asleep, I received one of those late night calls, as parents, we dread receiving. However, rather from one of our children, or even Mom calling, the call was from my youngest aunts, Monica, the person I first met on my b-mother's side - the Miller family. Monica called to relay Irene's condition. Following her 2nd stroke in months, Saturday, Irene was quite unresponsive and not eating or drinking. "We had to keep physically checking", Monica said, "to see if she was still breathing." That was such a "tough" conversation as I clarified Monica's words to me; "it began sunk in." Irene may be dying - the original estimated time-frame, she was to have one to five days... Monica is but two years older than I am and the youngest of ten children to Joachim and Barbara Miller. Incedently, 4/26 was also the anniversary of when Mom and Dad received me as their new son; 4/27 is ou

Desert Dryness of Life

The Desert Dryness of Life leads me to needing Jesus, especially at this time. I keep going. Yet, I know Jesus loves me as He suffered and died, then rose on Easter Sunday morning, which we just celebrated. Lord Jesus, Blessed Mother, St.Joseph, all holy angels and saints in Heaven, please intercede on my behalf. I so desire the richness and fullness of life, joy and grace that being in the state of grace provides. Heal me, Jesus. Help me turn to you again. Help me get to Confession. I love you, Jesus.

Saint Vincent de Paul Invitation 2/9/13

Hello, my name is Ed Mohs, a member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul here at Immaculate Conception; I ask for your help in both time and talent. First, on behalf of those we serve, we want to thank you for continuing your generous financial support for our ministry in service to the poor.   Thank you for your weekly food donations to the SVDP baskets near the altar and in the back vestibule, and to the many volunteers in our Food Bank   St. Vincent de Paul Society began in Paris, France, 1833 by a group of Catholic college students led by Blessed Frederic Ozanam.   The Society is an International, Lay, Catholic organization throughout the Seattle Archdiocese, the US and in 147 countries, whose members seek to grow in holiness through direct, person-to-person service to the poor. The Society is open to all those who seek to live their faith loving and committing themselves to their neighbors in need.   The Home Visit is the core of what we do as members of the Society.

Prayer, Politics, Education Revisited

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I once wrote a small article: Prayer, Politics, and Education - roads to ending abortion in America and the world. Considering "prayer", a close friend and his wife state: go to Mass and Adoration on a regular basis...kneel before Eucharist ... ic Jesus, seeking His Divine Mercy." And, "Be at the abortion place" where babies loose their lives, and parents sacrifice their own children for a multitude of reasons. Personally, I am conflicted in regards to "politics" as we have not had "major" successes; rather, what I call, "baby steps" which by the way - as is in life in general - for the most part. Education: I believe we must continue to educate each other in all venues as possibly human, including those areas that place us "outside our comfort zone. Blessed Trinity, Holy Mary, Mother of God, all angels and saints, pray for us; move us to true repentance, and action in the holy name of Jesus. See More Roe v Wade: A