Online Connections (updated May 17, 2021)

This page is where to find the most recent updates, and links to content as we grow our Parish community online.


Seeking more ways to stay connected?

  • To receive our weekly E-Newsletter in your Inbox, please e-mail the Parish Office.
  • Visit our Bulletins page for monthly publications.
  • "Like" our Facebook page (search "St. Martin of Tours Fife Catholic Parish")
  • Call the Parish Office at 253 922 7882. The Parish Office is closed per government instructions, but staff is available by phone 9 A.M to 4 P.M., Monday through Thursday. You may leave messages for staff and we will respond as soon as possible.


Mass Times (no pre-registration required)

Out of an abundance of caution, because we do not have vaccinated and un-vaccinated seating, and because roughly 2/3 of our population is not yet vaccinated, we will continue to exercise face mask wearing at all indoor and outdoor Masses at St. Martin of Tours Parish. We especially would like to keep our vulnerable population safe, our children in school and not have anyone become ill.


Weekday (inside the Church): Fridays at 8:30 A.M. (preceded by prayer of The Rosary at 8:10 A.M.)

Weekend (Outdoor): Sundays at 9 and 10 A.M.

(Note: Sunday Mass will be moved to Gym in inclement weather. To attend outdoor Mass, please click here to find more about Saturday and Sunday services at All Saints Church in Puyallup.)

(Before attending any Mass, please read the "Safety Guidelines for Mass" section below.)


Reconciliation, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Private Prayer

Fridays from 9 to 10 A.M.

(Private Prayer is also available at All Saints Church in Puyallup; please check their website for a schedule.)


Emergency Sacramental Care

Please call the Parish Office (253 922 7882) and listen for the appropriate prompt.



RESOURCES

  • SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR MASS
    (updated April 8, 2021)

    Attendance is limited while this region of Washington state is in Phase 3, and the following health and safety protocols will be observed:


    • Anyone experiencing a fever or other symptoms of illness must remain at home and not attend Mass. Please self-assess prior to your arrival with the Health Screening Questionnaire, which you can read here.
    • Attendees may face mandatory 14-day quarantine if a fellow attendee subsequently tests positive for COVID-19.
    • All parishioners must wear face coverings, with exceptions for children less than 5 years of age. Please practice social distancing of at least 6 feet from members of another household. The Church will provide sanitized seats (unless otherwise announced), placed at a prescribed distance from others.
    • Mass will be of shorter duration and without public singing. Communion may be received only in the hand. Please remove gloves before the Extraordinary Minister approaches.
    • When physically able during indoor Masses only, please kneel at these times: 1) between Sanctus ("Holy, holy, holy") and Our Father; 2) between Agnus Dei ("Lamb of God") and Communion; 3)  after Communion (or sitting if preferred).


  • Local, National & international Liturgies

    Visit both Northwest Catholic online and the Archdiocese of Seattle website for updated content and messages from Archbishop Etienne, including the Archdiocese's Year of the Eucharist (going until June 6, 2021).


    Do you know about the Year of Saint Joseph?

     Pope Francis proclaimed a "Year of Saint Joseph" on December 8, 2020, in his Apostolic Letter, "Patris corde" ("With a Father's Heart"). Find ways to celebrate by visiting the Archdiocese of Seattle's dedicated webpage for this special year (which ends December 8, 2021).


  • Archdiocese's corpus christi vigil mass

    saturday, june 5 (5:30 P.M.)

    The Year of the Eucharist (see above for move information) concludes on the Feast of Corpus Christi (June 6, 2021). Celebrated by Archbishop Etienne, the Vigil Mass on June 5 will include a multicultural Eucharistic procession.


    View the livestream on Vimeo or Facebook.

  • Praying at Home

    Please click here to visit our page dedicated to other at-home prayer resources.


  • Continued Parish Stewardship

    About half of our parish income is normally collected at weekend Masses. During this time of limited attendance at Masses, our Parish continues to have expenses. We thank those who have already made the shift to online giving.


    You can set up electronic giving through our Giving page. One-time and recurring options are available.  Call the Office (253 922 7882 or 253 286 0020) if you need assistance with setting this up.


    You can also mail in your contribution to our Parish Office:

    St. Martin of Tours Catholic Parish

    2303 54th Ave E

    Fife, WA 98424


  • Life's Challenges in a Time of COVID-19

    During these uncertain times, we are all experiencing different life and relationship challenges. We invite you to consider the areas where you might need more assistance than usual.

    Know that whatever you are feeling, you are not alone.

     

    The "Self-Care During the Pandemic" resource was offered by Emily De La Torre, a nationally board certified, licensed Catholic mental health counselor, who specializes in marriage and family therapy.  She owns and operates Pax Family Counseling, a group counseling practice in downtown Vancouver. 

     

    We hope that by sharing this information with you, you too may become more aware of your brothers and sisters in need, and how you can either help them, or help yourself. Download the information here.

     

    Topic areas include: Marital Stress, Family Stress, Family and School at Home, Facing Anxiety and Stress, Facing Domestic Violence, and Healthcare Professionals and PTSD.