Rose McAvoy

Unplug and Create: Craft & Hobby Retreat

Are you ready to dive into a weekend dedicated to creativity, community, and relaxation? Mark your calendar for our Craft and Hobby Retreat, happening February 21-22, 2025, in the Multipurpose Rooms of the McMullen Center on St. John the Baptist’s beautiful grounds.

Retreat Details:

• Friday, February 21st: 10 AM – 9 PM
• Saturday, February 22nd: 9 AM – 9 PM

This is your chance to enjoy 11-12 hours of uninterrupted time each day to work on your favorite projects. Whether you’re a quilter, scrapbooker, painter, or just looking for a peaceful space to unwind, this retreat is for you!

What’s Included?

• Meals: Dinner on both days and breakfast on Saturday are provided! Bring your own lunch or explore the many dining options in downtown Covington.
• Snacks: Bring a snack to share on either Friday or Saturday (no need to bring snacks both days—we’ll have plenty!).
• Make-n-Take Projects: Try your hand at a fun craft project offered Friday and Saturday afternoon (same project both days—choose the day that works for you).

Special Perks:

• Raffle Baskets: We’ll have three fabulous raffle baskets up for grabs! Tickets are $1 each, and all proceeds go to support PREPARES.
• Leave Supplies Overnight: No need to lug your supplies back and forth—our building will be locked overnight for your convenience.

All of this for just $15 per day! Your registration fee covers meals, crafting space, and the joy of connecting with fellow hobby enthusiasts.

How to Register: To secure your spot (limit of 30 participants per day), complete the registration form and return it to Nancy Moore at St. John the Baptist by February 14th. Questions? Reach out to Nancy at nancym@sjtbcc.org or nancy.moore@comcast.net.

Support PREPARES: This year, we’re partnering with PREPARES, a program that offers vital support to pregnant women and families with children up to age five. Their services are free and open to people of all faiths and backgrounds. You can help by donating diapers (sizes 5, 6, and 7), baby wipes, or formula. Bring your donation to the retreat and receive a free raffle ticket as a thank-you!

PREPARES relies on volunteers and donations to provide diaper drives, fundraisers, and compassionate companionship to families in need. By participating in the retreat, you’re helping make a real difference in our community.

Don’t miss this opportunity to recharge your creative spirit and connect with others. Whether you’re a retreat regular or attending for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you for a weekend of fun, friendship, and fulfillment!

You’re Invited to the Gala Dinner and Dance 2025! – Hosted by the Hispanic Charismatic Prayer Group

Join us for an unforgettable evening of dining and dancing as we celebrate love, friendship, and community. Enjoy a delicious Italian dinner, uplifting music, a lively dance floor with a DJ, and plenty of surprises to make the night extra special!

This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, build friendships, and support a noble cause. Proceeds will help fund future events for our church and Family 30 ministry.

We can’t wait to see you there!

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¡Estás Invitado a la Cena y Baile de Gala 2025!
Organizado por el Grupo de Oración Carismática Hispana

Únete a nosotros para una noche inolvidable de cena y baile celebrando el amor, la amistad y la comunidad. Disfruta de una deliciosa cena italiana, música inspiradora, una pista de baile animada con DJ y muchas sorpresas para hacer la noche aún más especial.

Este evento es una maravillosa oportunidad para conectar con otros, fortalecer amistades y apoyar una noble causa. Los fondos recaudados ayudarán a financiar futuros eventos para nuestra iglesia y el ministerio Familia 30.

¡Esperamos verte allí!

This week, Fr. Carlos (with dogs and goats) is moving in to a home we purchased in Kent, 5 minutes from Holy Spirit and 10 minutes from St. John the Baptist. St. John’s used a combination of Capital Reserve and Operating savings, some savings from Holy Spirit, and a $450,000 loan from the Archdiocese to purchase the home at a total cost of $695,000.

The rectory is a 3-bedroom split-level home with a large daylight basement that can (and will) be converted into independent living quarters for a second priest. Seminarians will be able to stay with the pastor as well. And it has a large yard for happy dogs!

The rectory needs furnishings. To donate new, or very lightly used furnishings, or to make a monetary donation towards purchasing furniture, contact Fr. Carlos or the office – include pictures and descriptions of the furniture. DO NOT drop off furniture.

We are also requesting funds in a campaign to reduce our loan cost – Donations via check, please write “Family 30 Rectory.” Checks can be placed in the offering basket or mail to: St. John the Baptist: 25810 156^th Ave. SE, Covington, WA 98042.

We will have a fund set up on Pushpay by February 1st.