Answers to Your How-To Questions

 

How to get a map with directions to Church

Our Church is located in the South part of Bellevue, near Factoria Square.  From the shopping area drive South on Factoria Blvd., Turn left on Newport Way, and then right on 130th Place S.E.

                        Map and Directions From Freeway

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How to get a priest in an emergency:

Our parish priests want to know if someone is involved in a crisis requiring emergency pastoral care.  Please call Fr. Jim Picton at 425-747-6770. 

Patients at Overlake and Group Health Hospitals please call 206-748-1500.

This phone number is answered 24 hours a day. 

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How to become a registered parishioner:

It is our hope to extend a warm welcome to you. To consider registering in the parish, please stop by at the parish office to obtain a current copy of our parish handbook and registration materials.  You may also call the office or send us an email to request these materials.

You may complete the registration form at home and drop it off, mail it in, or put it in the collection basket at mass.

We look forward to meeting you!

                          Registration Form

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How to have your child baptized:

To register for the required Baptism Preparation Class, please call Jo David at 425-747-6770 ext. 124 or Elaine Low at extension 114.  You may take the class prior to the birth of your child. 

Baptism Preparation Classes are required.  Parish Baptisms are celebrated  with the community at weekend Masses. The next series of 3 classes are scheduled as follows: September 1, 15, and 29, 2009. For dates of future classes or for more information contact Jo or Elaine or visit the Baptism page.

 

                         Email Jo David or Elaine Low

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How to sign your child or yourself up for classes:

At St. Madeleine's we have a number of faith formation opportunities for all ages. Drop by our the parish Office or call 425-747-6770.

                        More Information on Children's Ministries

                        More Information on Youth Ministries

                        More Information on Adult and Family Ministries

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How to inquire into becoming a Catholic:

We'd love to have you join the Catholic Church.  Our “Catechumenate” process allows you to first inquire, learn and get your questions answered.  Commitment comes later.

For more information please call Robin Baxter, RCIA Coordinatror  at 425-747-6770 ext. 112

                          Email Robin Baxter

                         Why Do Catholics Do That?

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How to return to the Catholic Church:

People sometimes feel distant from God or the Church.  This often leads to staying away from mass, but that may not help matters.  If there is anything standing in the way of your experiencing the fullness of God's love, our pastor and staff want very much to help.  Please call Deacon Bill, Fr. Jim or anyone on our staff at 425-747-6770.

                        Email Chris McKenna

                       

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How to get married in the Church:

Congratulations!  We're happy for you.

Engaged couples should contact the parish at least six months in advance of a wedding.  The Church requires preparation for the Sacrament of Matrimony.  Please call Loretta at 425-747-6770 ext. 104

                        Email Loretta Wright

                        More Information on Weddings

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How to have a Mass said for a deceased loved one or for some other intention:

To request a mass please telephone our office during business hours at 425-747-6770 or email the parish office.

                         


How to get a baptism certificate:

If you were baptized at St. Madeleine Sophie and need a new certificate, please call our office during business hours at 425-747-6770 ext. 104 or email Loretta Wright.

                         More Information on Getting a Baptism Certificate

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