Advent Mission
2024-12-09 19:00 - 2024-12-12 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Divine Mercy in the Gospels
December 9-12, 2024With Fr. Ben Cameron, C.P.M.

M I S S I O N T A L K | 7:00-8:00PM in the Church
C O N F E S S I O N | After Morning Mass and before & after Mission Talk
M A S S SCHEDULE:

December 9 (Immaculate Conception, Holy Day) – 9AM, Noon, 7PM;
December 10 & 11 – 7:30AM;
December 12 (Our Lady of Guadalupe) – 7:30AM, 7PM

Livestream of the Talks Here

About Fr. Ben Cameron, C.P.M.
Fr. Ben Cameron was born in Kokomo, Indiana, and grew up as a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in that city. During his junior high and high school years, he attended a small Christian school that was operated by a local Baptist church. It was in that non-Catholic environment, where his faith was often challenged, that he began to study the Catholic Faith. Fr. Ben is a 1991 graduate of Christendom College, a small Catholic liberal arts college in Front Royal, Virginia, where he became involved in the Legion of Mary, which awakened his desire to share his Catholic Faith with others. Upon receiving his degree in Political Science and History, Fr. Ben planned a career in the political arena, but soon found that God had other plans. He joined the Fathers of Mercy in 1992, studied theology at Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, Connecticut, and was ordained to the Holy Priesthood on May 31, 1997. Fr. Ben has served as Vocation Director, Treasurer, Mission Director and Assistant General of the Fathers of Mercy during his priesthood. He has served as a full-time parish mission preacher and retreat master (2000-2018), and as pastor of St. Helen’s Parish, Glasgow, Kentucky, and its mission church, Our Lady of the Caves in Horse Cave, Kentucky (2018-2022). He is once again serving as a full-time parish mission preacher and retreat master.

The Congregation of the Fathers of Mercy was founded in 1808, originally under the title of the “Missionaries of France.” The community was founded for the purpose of re-evangelizing the French people after the Catholic Faith had been subjected to years of attacks and persecution during the French Revolution. It is now an exclusively American community. The Generalate of the community is located a few miles outside of Bowling Green, Kentucky. The primary apostolate of the Fathers of Mercy is to conduct parish missions and retreats, which are now given throughout the United States, Canada and Australia.

During the mission, Fr. Ben will encourage and challenge the parish community to make a stronger, deeper personal commitment to Jesus Christ and His Church. His topic that he will speak on during this mission is the Infinite Mercy of God, and how we can live the Divine Mercy devotion more deeply through understanding its roots in the Gospels.

Special Advent Family Night
2024-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | WA
Join us for a night of festivities as we prepare for Jesus’ coming!
Wednesday, December 18 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church.
There will be no Fraternus, Fidelis, FaithWorks, or Adult Faith Formation this night. Instead, we encourage all to attend the Carol Service put on by the Girl’s Choir and the Christmas Pageant put on by the Catholic Schoolhouse homeschoolers group.
SCHEDULE:

5:30pm Potluck Dinner in Camerman Hall
6pm Girl’s Choir Carol Service in the Church
6:30pm Children’s Christmas Pageant back in Camerman Hall
Vespers (Night Prayer)
Dessert Reception to end the evening

We hope to see you all there!

Simbang Gabi
2024-12-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Mass is at 6:00 PM followed by a reception in Camerman Hall.All are welcome!

Commissioning Mass at St. James Cathedral
Saturday, December 14, 2024 @ 11AM
Join Catholics across the archdiocese for the Archdiocese of Seattle’s 27th Simbang Gabi Commissioning Mass to be presided by Archbishop Paul Etienne.

What is Simbang Gabi?

Simbáng Gabi (Filipino for “Night Mass”) is a devotional Novena of Masses in anticipation of Christmas and to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary. Traditionally the masses are held daily from December 16–24, and occur at different times, even as early as 4:00am! It is a time of great celebration; singing of native carols, adorning your homes with colorful lanterns/decorations, and feasting.

The original Simbang Gabi was called the “Misa de Aurea” (Golden Mass) or the “Angel’s Mass.” In 1587, Fray Diego Soria, prior of the San Augustin Convent, petitioned the Pope for permission to hold Christmastide Masses outdoors because the church could not accommodate the multitude that attended the services. The request was granted through a rescript and in the 17th Century, the Misa de Aguinaldo or the Misa de Gallo, or Simbang Gabi became a Filipino spiritual tradition. Vatican II encouraged the church in the Philippines to continue the tradition and uphold its significant role in the life of the people.
Filipino Americans brought Simbang Gabi to the United States and found it to be an effective way to stay connected to their faith. It expresses who they are as a Filipino people, and enables them to share their God-given gifts with the wider Church in the United States. Simbang Gabi draws on the leadership of the Filipino Catholics in the parishes to carry out these special gatherings and to share their religious tradition and culture with the whole parish family.

THE PAROL

A Parol is a star-shaped lantern displayed in homes in the Philippines, meant to serve as a guiding light and sign for Mary and Joseph and more importantly, Jesus, to come into the home, as the family is ready for them. It is also used as a part of the processional entrance for Mass to remind us that Jesusis the Light of the World bringing life and light to all who accept Him.
The presence of the star reminds us of God’s presence among us and that Jesus is Emmanuel!

Are You Smarter Than a Seminarian?
2024-12-21 18:00 - 21:00 | School Gym, 511 Veneta Ave, Bremerton, WA
Saturday, December 21 | 6-9pm in the Star of the Sea Gym
Boys in Grades 7-12 are invited to compete against two seminarians, Fred Tucker and Philip Powell in a game of trivia!
Dinner will be provided.
For Questions, please contact Fr. Nehnevaj.

Office Closed: MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
2025-01-20 | WA
Both Holy Trinity & Star of the Sea Parish Offices will be closed due to the holiday.
No School for students at Our Lady Star of the Sea

Why Would the Church Direct Towards a Catholic Liberal Education?
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
Thursday, February 6 | 6:00pm | Camerman Hall
–Dinner & Childcare provided –

Click the RSVP button below so we can plan for meals and childcare.

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Why Would the Church Direct Towards a Catholic Liberal Education? Come to this discussion with Dr. Hippler, a faculty consultant for the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education (ICLE).

About Dr. Arthur Hippler
Dr. Arthur Hippler is chairman of the religion department of the Upper School of Providence Academy in Minnesota. He has served as an adjunct professor for the Institute of Pastoral Theology of Ave Maria University and the St. Paul School of Divinity of the University of St. Thomas. He received a BA in Liberal Arts from Thomas Aquinas College, and a PhD in Philosophy from Boston College.

Ladies Night with Sr. Solanus Casey
2025-02-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Camerman Hall
Friday, February 7 @ 7:00pm
Our Lady Star of the Sea,Camerman Hall
Surrendering Our Anxieties to God: Entrusting the past to His mercy and the future to His providence, while living with Him in the present moment. Join us for dessert, coffee, and discussion.
Please RSVP so we can provide enough dessert for our guests. Thank you!

RSVP Here

About Sr. Solanus Casey, S.O.L.T.
Guest Speaker
Sr. Solanus grew up in Indiana just outside of Indianapolis. She has one brother, and he is serving as a diocesan priest in Indiana. She felt God calling her to religious life when she was 16. She studied Catechesis and Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. After graduating she volunteered on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation in North Dakota with the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity. She served there for two years as a youth minister and then entered the sisters in 2008. She made her first vows in 2012. Sister has served in Seattle, Detroit, and Corpus Christi, and is currently teaching religion at a Catholic School in Phoenix.

Office Closed: PRESIDENTS’ DAY
2025-02-17 | WA

The Wonderful Counselor: Flourishing Together Through Christ - Seminar 1
2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Parish Center, 511 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
To live just a little more like Jesus each day, join our monthly seminars!
6:30-8:00pm
Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Center Rooms 1 & 2
Catholic Therapist and Clinical Director, Latisha Sternod, MS, will be facilitating these live events. Ideal for everyone – ranging from those starting to explore the Catholic Christian faith to those seasoned in their walk with the Lord – because we all are starting anew each day to live a little more like Jesus!
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Embark on a transformative journey with us through a four-part seminar series, exploring how personal and communal flourishing is deeply rooted in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Each month, we will delve into essential themes such as embracing our identity in Christ, strengthening our faith amidst cultural challenges, embodying Christ through worship and daily life, and manifesting His love in the world. Through interactive learning, emotional and spiritual healing practices, and community building, discover how Christ as our Wonderful Counselor guides us to a life of true fulfillment and purpose.
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Upcoming Seminars:

Thursday, March 20
Thursday, May 15
Thursday, June 19

Archdiocese of Seattle 175th Anniversary Mass & Celebration at OLSOS
2025-02-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Join us for the 2025 celebration of the 175th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Seattle at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Bremerton.
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 11:00am
The Most Reverend Paul D. Etienne, Archbishop of Seattle, Celebrant
Our Lady Star of the Sea in Bremerton

For the Archdiocese of Seattle, the year 2025 is doubly blessed. It’s a Jubilee year for the Church throughout the world; it’s also the 175th anniversary of our diocese, established on May 31, 1850.
This is one of four special Masses to celebrate the 175th Anniversary:
January 25 at 11:00am | Protocathedral of St. James the Greater, Vancouver
February 22 at 11:00am | Our Lady Star of the Sea, Bremerton
March 1 at 11:00am | Immaculate Conception, Mount Vernon
May 31 at 11:00am | Solemn Celebration at St. James Cathedral, Seattle

Parish Family Lenten Mission
2025-02-23 18:00 - 2025-02-27 20:00 | Holy Trinity Church, 4215 Pine Rd. NE, Bremerton, WA, 98310, United States
PARISH LENTEN MISSION w/Fr. Peter Schavitz, CSsR
February 23-27, 2025
At Holy Trinity Church – 4215 Pine Rd., NE

SCHEDULE:
SUNDAY, FEB. 23: 6:00pm Mission Begins (Theme: Bible)
7:30pm Hospitality in the Social Hall
MONDAY, FEB. 24: 9:00am Daily Mass w/Fr. Peter
9:45am Hospitality in the Social Hall
6:00pm Mission Begins (Theme: Crucifix)
7:30pm Hospitality in the Social Hall
TUESDAY, FEB. 25: 9:00am Daily Mass w/Fr. Peter
9:45am Hospitality in the Social Hall
6:00pm Mission Begins (Theme: Ashes)
7:30pm Hospitality in the Social Hall
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 26: 9:00am Daily Mass w/Fr. Peter
9:45am Hospitality in the Social Hall
6:00pm Mission Begins (Theme: Bread)
7:30pm Hospitality in the Social Hall
THURSDAY, FEB. 27: 9:00am NO MORNING MASS
6:00pm Eucharist Celebration (Theme: Altar)
7:30pm Hospitality in the Social Hall

Ash Wednesday
2025-03-05 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Mass Schedule:
9:00 AM | Noon | 7:00 PM
Ashes will be distributed at all Masses

“…For you are dust and to dust you shall return.” -Gn 3:19

Soup Supper
2025-03-12 17:30 - 18:00 | Camerman Hall
Join us on Wednesday evenings this Lent for a soup and bread supper in Camerman Hall.
March 12, 2025

4:30 PM Confession
5:30 PM Soup Supper (Hosted by TMIY)
6:00 PM Parish Family Hour/FaithWorks/Fraternus/Fidelis
7:30 PM Compline in the Church

Stations of the Cross
2025-03-14 17:30 - 18:00, 2025-03-21 17:30 - 18:00, 2025-03-28 17:30 - 18:00, 2025-04-04 17:30 - 18:00, 2025-04-11 17:30 - 18:00 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Join us Fridays during Lent for Stations of the Cross at 5:30PM in the Church.
The Knights of Columbus will host a Fish Fry in Camerman Hall (church basement) following the stations.

The Stations of the Cross began as a practice of pious pilgrims to Jerusalem who would retrace the final journey of Christ to Calvary. Later, for the many who couldn’t make the trip to Jerusalem, a practice developed that eventually took the form of the fourteen stations currently found in most Catholic churches.
Our Lady Star of the Sea uses the prayers and meditations from St. Alphonsus Liguori’s “The Way of the Cross”.

The Jesus Prayer-A Pathway to Trauma Recovery
2025-03-15 10:30 - 12:00 | School Gym, 511 Veneta Ave, Bremerton, WA
The Jesus Prayer – A Pathway to Trauma Recovery
Presented by Gabriel Crawford, LMHC
MARCH 15 from 10:30am – Noon
Star of the Sea School Gym
If Jesus promised that he has come to give life in its fullness (Jn. 10:10), then why do so many Catholics feel like they are not flourishing?
Have you ever intimately examined your life story, considering the impact of past heartache upon your body, soul, and spirit today?
This workshop presents trauma by connecting Polyvagal Theory to Catholic spirituality and explores how the practice of the Jesus Prayer can reconnect us to our body and to the love of the Father through the Son and in the Spirit.
Please wear comfortable clothing, because there will be movement in this workshop (not yoga).

Parish Lenten Mission
2025-03-17 19:00 - 2025-03-19 20:00 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Schedule:
MONDAY: Some Lenten PracticesSetting the Foundations for our Path to Easter

7:30AM Mass
8:00AM Confession
5:00PM Confession
7:00PM Mission Talk
8:00PM Confession

TUESDAY: My Daily Encounter with God Our personal commitment to the Lord and how to find God in the midst of a fast pace life

7:30AM Mass
8:00AM Confession
5:00PM Confession
7:00PM Mission Talk
8:00PM Confession

WEDNESDAY: Joyful Disciples of the LordThe Holy Eucharist and Our Blessed Mother as a Source of our Mission

7:30AM Mass
8:00AM Confession
4:30PM Confession
6:00PM Soup Supper in Camerman Hall
7:00PM Mission Talk
(No Evening Programs)
8:00PM Confession

About Father Paul de Soza, MC:
Fr. Paul de Soza joined the Miles Christi Religious Order in 1996 and made his First Profession of Vows in 2001. In 2005, he became a priest in La Plata, Argentina. Fr. Soza has been living in the US since 2008, first in Michigan and now in San Diego, California.
While in Michigan, Father was in charge of the formation of candidates to the priesthood in Miles Christi. He was also in charge of organizing summer camps, retreats, and conferences with high schoolers and college students. Fr. Paul de Soza has preached countless retreats in the United States, and dedicated himself to the work of spiritual direction. He is now a chaplain at two Catholic High Schools in San Diego – Mater Dei Catholic High School and Cathedral Catholic High School.

Soup Supper
2025-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Camerman Hall
Join us on Wednesday evenings this Lent for a soup and bread supper in Camerman Hall.
March 19, 2025

5:00 PM Confession
6:00 PM Soup Supper (Hosted by AHG)
7:00 PM Parish Mission w/Fr. Paul de Soza, MC – No Wed. Activities
8:00 PM Confession

The Wonderful Counselor: Flourishing Together Through Christ – Seminar 2
2025-03-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Parish Center, 511 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
To live just a little more like Jesus each day, join our monthly seminars!
6:30-8:00pm
Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Center Rooms 1 & 2
Catholic Therapist and Clinical Director, Latisha Sternod, MS, will be facilitating these live events. Don’t miss out on learning more about yourself, how to increase your personal wholeness, and how to contribute to the faith-filled flourishing around you.
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Embark on a transformative journey with us through a four-part seminar series, exploring how personal and communal flourishing is deeply rooted in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Each month, we will delve into essential themes such as embracing our identity in Christ, strengthening our faith amidst cultural challenges, embodying Christ through worship and daily life, and manifesting His love in the world. Through interactive learning, emotional and spiritual healing practices, and community building, discover how Christ as our Wonderful Counselor guides us to a life of true fulfillment and purpose.
Ideal for everyone – ranging from those starting to explore the Catholic Christian faith to those seasoned in their walk with the Lord – because we all are starting anew each day to live a little more like Jesus!
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Upcoming Seminars:

Thursday, May 15
Thursday, June 19

Soup Supper
2025-03-26 17:30 - 18:00 | Camerman Hall
Join us on Wednesday evenings this Lent for a soup and bread supper in Camerman Hall.
March 26, 2025

4:30 PM Confession
5:30 PM Soup Supper (Hosted by Trail Life)
6:00 PM Parish Family Hour/FaithWorks/Fraternus/Fidelis
7:30 PM Compline in the Church

Soup Supper
2025-04-02 17:30 - 18:00 | Camerman Hall
Join us on Wednesday evenings this Lent for a soup and bread supper in Camerman Hall.
April 2, 2025

4:30 PM Confession
5:30 PM Soup Supper (Hosted by Homeschoolers Group)
6:00 PM Parish Family Hour/FaithWorks/Fraternus/Fidelis
7:30 PM Compline in the Church

Fraternus Spring Excursion
2025-04-04 15:30 - 2025-04-06 12:00 | Twin Lakes Youth Camp, 6430 NE Tahuya Blacksmith Rd, Belfair, WA, United States
FRATERNUS EXCURSION
April 4-6, 2025

Location: Twin Lakes Youth Camp

For ALL Young Men grades 6-12 /male mentors/dads/older brothers
Join the Fraternus Brothers for a weekend of Hiking, Camping, Service Work, Fellowship, and more.

Cost: $50Scholarships available. Contact John Boyle or Joe Keller

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Youth Registration

Adult Registration

2025 Driver Forms

Soup Supper
2025-04-09 17:30 - 18:00 | Camerman Hall
Join us on Wednesday evenings this Lent for a soup and bread supper in Camerman Hall.
April 9, 2025

4:30 PM Confession
5:30 PM Soup Supper
6:00 PM Parish Family Hour/FaithWorks/Fraternus/Fidelis
7:30 PM Compline in the Church

Palm Sunday
2025-04-13 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
Normal Mass Schedule: 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am
Masses will begin in the School Gym and all will process in the church together.

When the great crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem,
they took palm branches and went out to meet him, and cried out:
“Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, the king of Israel.”
JN 12:12-13

Spy Wednesday
2025-04-16 16:30 - 20:00 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
In reference to Judas Iscariot’s intent to betray Jesus, formed on Holy Wednesday, the day is sometimes called “Spy Wednesday”.
Sacrament of Confession will be available:

8:00 AM at Holy Trinity
4:30 PM (until all are heard) at Star of the Sea

Shadow Seven Sorrows of Mary:

6:30 PM in Camerman Hall
put on by the Catholic School House homeschoolers. With the use of shadow silhouettes to depict each sorrow of Mary, we hope to deepen our prayers and reflection.

*There will be no Wednesday evening programs at Star.

Holy Thursday
2025-04-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
7:00PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper (Star of the Sea & Holy Trinity)
Followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until Midnight.

Holy (or Maundy) Thursday commemorates the institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper and is the oldest of the observances in Holy Week.

Good Friday
2025-04-18 | Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 500 Veneta Ave., Bremerton, WA, 98337, United States
In addition to abstaining from meat, Catholics from age 18-59 fast this day (limit themselves to one full meal and two smaller meals).
OLSOS & HT Schedule:
No Mass

Noon-3:00 PM | Confessions and Tre-Ore Service | Star of the Sea“The Three Hours of Agony” or Tre Ore is a liturgical service held on Good Friday from noon until 3 o’clock to commemorate the Passion of Christ. Specifically, it refers to the three hours that Jesus hung on the Cross and includes a series of homilies on the seven last words spoken by Christ.

3:00 PM | Stations of the Cross | Star of the Sea & Holy TrinityThe Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross or Via Crucis, commemorate Jesus’s passion and death on the cross. There are 14 stations that each depict a moment on his journey to Calvary, usually through sacred art, prayers, and reflections.
The practice began as pious pilgrims traced his path through Jerusalem on the Via Dolorosa. Many who wanted to pass along the same route, but could not make the trip to Jerusalem, developed what eventually took the form of the fourteen stations currently found in almost every church throughout the world.

3:30 PM | Divine Mercy Novena begins | Star of the Sea & Holy Trinity (TBD)“I desire that during these nine days you bring souls to the fountain of My mercy, that they may draw therefrom strength and refreshment and whatever grace they have need of in the hardships of life, and especially at the hour of death” (Diary of St. Faustina, 1209).
Prayed on ordinary rosary beads, The Chaplet of The Divine Mercy is an intercessory prayer that extends the offering of the Eucharist, so it is especially appropriate to use it after having received Holy Communion at Holy Mass.

7:00 PM | Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord | Star of the Sea & Holy Trinity

The Good Friday liturgy commemorates the Passion of Christ. During the liturgy, the faithfull will come forward to venerate a crucifix, recalling Christ’s death for our salvation. The tradition dates back to the late 4th century when, according to legend, St. Helena, the mother of Constantine, discovered the true cross in Jerusalem.
