Habemus Papam!
We have a Pope!
Transition in parochial vicars
Our Parish Family will see a transition in parochial vicars starting July 1, 2025.
Father Anthony "Tony" Kitema will serve in the place of Father Maximiliano Muñoz,
who will continue as vicar for Parish Family 48 in Grays Harbor County.
Find 2025 Archdiocesan pastoral appointments here
Read Archbishop's letter to Parish Family 34 here
Thank you for your ministry over this past year, Father Maximiliano! We pray that your new assignment brings great joy, and we look forward to welcoming Father Tony soon.
(Father Tony picture credit: GHCatholic.org)
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2025 Annual Catholic Appeal
Your donation not only supports over 60 ministries across Western Washington, but directly benefits
St. Martin of Tours Parish through numerous resources provided by the Archdiocese.
Together, we can make our Parish's $37,767 Appeal goal!
Funds received after our goal is met return directly to St. Martin of Tours
Click here to visit our 2025 Annual Catholic Appeal webpage and learn more.
To make your online gift, please click the image below.
Appeal pledge envelopes are also available inside church beginning April 27
Sacraments, ministries and more
Upcoming Parish Office and school closures
The Parish Office and Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy will close on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day).
The school will also close on Friday, May 23.
Weekday Masses
Tuesday to Friday (8 am)
Thursday Masses at 8:30 am when school in session
Weekend Masses
Sundays (8:30 and 10 am)
Homebound Ministry
Unable to attend Mass? Please call (253) 922-7882 to receive Communion at home
Reconciliation
Fridays following 8 am Mass (Adoration also available)
Anointing of the Sick
For available options, contact the Parish Office at (253) 922-7882 or (253) 286-0021,
or speak with a priest after Mass
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
Please introduce yourself to one of our priests after any Mass, or call the Parish Office -
(253) 922-7882 - to learn about the 2025-2026 session (classes begin in September).
Anyone, from life-long Catholics to those yet to be initiated, is welcome to the program, which you can learn more about here.
Emergency sacramental care or other requests
For urgent requests involving Anointings or other matters, please call the Parish Office at
(253) 922-7882 (staff typically available Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm),
or call (253) 286-0021 (staff typically available Monday to Friday, 8 am to 3 pm).
Please leave a voicemail with your name, phone number, and a brief description of the request,
and staff will respond as soon as possible.
Now hiring
Parish Family #34 is hiring a Facilities Supervisor for our 3 campuses (St. Martin of Tours, Sacred Heart and
All Saints). This position oversees daily and long-term maintenance, construction and renovation programs. The candidate would represent the Parish in dealing with outside contractors, and order supplies and equipment.
The qualified candidate will support Parish programs and special events, and oversee the ongoing maintenance of buildings and grounds (including security). Other duties include forming a long-range work plan regarding operations and maintenance.
The successful candidate would provide direct supervision to maintenance staff and volunteers. This position is available on call 24 hours a day for emergencies.
Click here for an application, or call the All Saints Parish Office: (253) 845-7521.
Completed applications may be emailed to Carmen Bryant: carmenb@allsaintsparish.com
Upcoming events
St. Martin of Tours Parish offers a variety of events throughout the year for visitors to build relationships, grow in faith and and feel welcome in our community.
Partners in the Gospel
Now underway
On July 1, 2024, Rev. Cal Christiansen began serving as Pastor for Parish Family # 34:
St. Martin of Tours and Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy
All Saints Parish and School (Puyallup)
and
Our Parochial Vicars are Father Dexter Dais, Father Maximiliano Muñoz and Father Gilberto Mora Tapia.
Please keep these pastoral leaders in your prayers over the next 3 years, during which our Parish Family will come together to become 1 canonical Parish. This pastoral planning effort is taking place across the Archdiocese of Seattle to reinvigorate and renew our local Church to better respond to the needs of the people and reflect the realities of today. Learn more about Partners in the Gospel by clicking here.
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May 14 and 21 (6 - 7:30 pm; Parish hall)
youth group
There's only a few gatherings left of 2024-2025 Youth Group! Grades 7 to 12 can join us on May 14 and 21. A meal is provided, as well as activities designed to help young people integrate their Catholic Faith into daily life. For more information, please call our Parish Office at (253) 922-7882. (Stay tuned for youth gatherings this summer!)
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May 17 (10 am - 4 pm; all saints Parish center)
rosary makers ministry "imaginarium" fundraiser
Children are invited to workstations with different themes in the Parish Center (506 3rd St SW, Puyallup 98371) to build as many “art creations” as they wish during either or both sessions (10 am - 1 pm; 1 - 4 pm) to take home. Click here to attend or volunteer; for details, call Deb at (253) 720-8661. Download the Imaginarium brochure here
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select sundays (after masses; st. martin of tours parish hall)
card sale hosted by altar society
Our Altar Society hosts a card sale in the Parish Hall after the 8:30 and 10 am Sunday Masses (only on dates when Coffee Hour is scheduled; next sale is on May 18). Purchase cards for a variety of occasions at great prices - $0.25 each or 5 for $1.00! Your contributions aid Altar Society in obtaining needed church items.
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may 21, 2025 (10 am; st. martin of tours parish hall)
st. vincent de paul conference meeting
We welcome you to these bimonthly meetings! Consider joining this ministry, which works to provide rent and utility assistance and more to those in need within our community. Financial donations aid St. Vincent de Paul in its mission - find blue giving envelopes at church (make checks to "Fife St. Vincent de Paul"), or donate online here.
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june 3, 2025 (10 am; st. martin of tours parish hall)
altar society meeting
Ladies of St. Martin of Tours Parish are always welcome to attend! These meetings are held at 10 am on the first Tuesday of each month in the Parish Hall. If you would like to learn more about this ministry, please speak with an Altar Society member, or contact information can be found on our Parish Life webpage.
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august 1 and 2, 2025 (hours to be determined)
annual parish rummage sale
Mark your calendar for the annual Parish Rummage Sale on August 1 and 2! Hosted by the Altar Society, this 2-day event fills our entire Parish Hall and is open to all shoppers seeking fun finds at feel-good prices. Please check the St. Martin of Tours Facebook page, website and monthly Bulletin at church for more details in the coming weeks.
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begins september 2025 (schedule to be determined)
2025-2026 Ocia
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) is a program ideal for those who want to refresh their understanding of the Catholic Faith, or seek to obtain sacraments for Full Communion with the Church. To be a part of upcoming sessions (which begin in September), please call the Parish Office at (253) 922-7882 and learn more.
St. Martin of Tours is a member of the Archdiocese of Seattle
Please click the graphic below for more information
Our Archdiocese turns 175
this year!
The Archdiocese of Seattle is commemorating this special anniversary of its inception in 1850 with events and activities, including a Season of Service (March 1 - May 31), which aims to hit 175,000 volunteer hours across Western Washington!
This festive period culminates on May 31
(Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary) with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Etienne at
St. James Cathedral. Check here regularly for updates.
The April/May issue of Northwest Catholic pays tribute to the Archdiocese's 175th Anniversary
Click the image below for articles, historical photos, trivia and more!
Archdiocesan news and beyond
National Eucharistic Revival
now until Pentecost 2025
In 2022, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops launched a movement called Eucharistic Revival, for Catholics across the country to deepen their devotion to the Real Presence in the Eucharist.
More information and resources may be found online here.
Giving opportunities calendar
for 2025
Which of these local, national and international Catholic initiatives will inspire your heart to give in the new year? Consider an early planning of your contributions.
Click here to view the monthly schedule, or learn more at ArchSeattle.org/collections.
Jubilee Year 2025
Now until January 6, 2026
Pope Francis encourages all Catholics to become Pilgrims of Hope during this new Jubilee Year, which began on December 24, 2024. As part of the local observance, our Archdiocese has 5 pilgrimage sites available for all to visit for prayer and reflection throughout the Jubilee.
download a jubilee 2025 prayer card here
Click here to visit ArchSeattle.org/Jubilee2025 for site details and other information.
July 29, 2025 (The Golf Club at Redmond Ridge)
Archbishop's Golf Tournament
The Archbishop's Golf Tournament this summer will be here soon, so now is a great time to register. Spots are currently open for golfers and sponsors - click this link for details.
Now in its 22nd year, the 2025 fundraiser is keeping an eagle eye on its goal of $250,000 to support seminarians with scholarships that alleviate educational expenses.
Help strengthen our future clergy today!
Report unethical behavior
The Archdiocese of Seattle offers all people these resources for reporting unethical behavior:
EthicsPoint
For confidential reporting of ethical violations, or violations of Archdiocesan policies
(844) 815-8236 / Click here for EthicsPoint webpage
Victim assistance
For reporting suspicion of abuse by any Church personnel
(800) 446-7762 / Click here for email
Catholic Bishop Abuse Reporting (CBAR)
For reporting misconduct by Bishops
(800) 276-1562 / Click here for CBAR website
Protect and Heal:
The Archdiocese of Seattle responds to the tragedy of abuse