SUNDAY MASS February 8, 2009

Father,
watch over your family
and keep us safe in your care,
for all our hope is in you.
Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ,
your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen

ARCHBISHOP’S CATHOLIC APPEAL 2009
“IMITATE CHRIST”
Next weekend, February 14-15th is Commitment Weekend for the 2009 Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal. During Mass we will listen to a message from Archbishop Vlazny about the Appeal. If you received a personalized commitment card in the mail please bring it to Mass with you as we join together to support our Catholic Church. If you did not receive a commitment card in the mail pledge envelopes will be available during Mass.
This week, please read the Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal materials you received in the Parish Bulletin today and prayerful reflect on the level of commitment you will make next weekend.
The Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal provides substantial financial support to essential ministries that support parishes in our Archdiocese. These programs provide education, ministry, and a Catholic presence for tens of thousands of people.
When we stop to count our abundant blessings, we’re aware of how truly blessed we are. The Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal is an invitation to share your blessings and support the Gospel mission here in Western Oregon. A significant pledge to this appeal is a sign that you are a part of the holy people who follow in the footsteps of the faithful throughout this history of scripture. Your pledge is also a sign of your gratitude for God’s generous abundance. While we can ever outdo God in generosity, we are called to join in the mission of the Gospel as we pour forth the gifts of life, goodness and grace through the sharing of our own blessings from God.

LENT IS RIGHT ROUND THE CORNER
Our season of Lenten observance begins Wednesday, February 25th with Ash Wednesday. With Lent comes our parishes Friday Night Soup Suppers and Stations of the Cross. Groups, organizations or individual families are asked to sign up to provide either a simple soup supper or lead the Stations of the Cross following the meal. Contact Sara at 503-266-9411 to reserve your Friday Night.

 

 

 

Reflecting the Gospel

So many times during our life can all of us identify with Job’s lament in this Sunday’s first reading: “is not our life on earth a drudgery?” Some of us must get up way too early in the morning or evening rush hours. We might work in society’s or church’s service sector, and feel like all we get is complaints, no matter how hard we try. We, too, like Job, might often feel like our days end “without hope.” The gospel tells of the Jesus who “cured many”: Peter’s mother-in-law, the sick among the town, those who were possessed by demons. It is no surprise that “everyone is looking” for Jesus-who wouldn’t seek hope and the promise of a better life if someone were among us who could heal us of every ill? This gospel reminds us of two important and related points. First, the significance of Jesus’ healing’s and exorcisms goes beyond the individuals who came to him in their illness. Rather, they reveal the purpose for which Jesus came. Into a world of hopelessness described by Job and suffering depicted by the sick and possessed in the gospel, Jesus enters preaching Good News. Confronting suffering, and bringing hope. Jesus is the Good News in action. Second, we might lament that we could not have lived over two thousand years ago so that we might bring our sorrows and ailments to Jesus for healing. Yet, Jesus is present to us just as much today as to the crowds in the gospel. Like the people in the gospel, all we need do is come to him, present ourselves, ask to be healed. And Jesus gives us a clue in the gospel about how we might come to him. He rose “very early before dawn” and went out “to a deserted place” to pray, to be in communion with God. Jesus never loses sight of why he came-to preach the Good News of salvation. He does not lose sight of his mission because he never loses sight of his Father. This is how we come to Jesus today - by praying, being in communion with God. Hope is discovered in surrendering ourselves to God, coming to him in the intimacy of divine encounter, and allowing him to reach out and heal us. Yes, today, Jesus is still the Good News in action.

Parish Community News

OUR PRIVILEGE, OUR RIGHT, AND OUR DUTY

As it is written ‘Even if these forget, yet I will not forget you.’ (Is 49:15):
We in the Catholic Church in the Community of St. Patrick remember, hold in our memory, and pray for the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces especially: Ryan Thomas Blackwood, Ryan Bridges, Lonnie Brown, Nathan Brown, Douglas Bower Jr., Carlos Bustamante, Adamm Creel, Isaiah Creel, David Davis, Brad Dunn, Brian Dykeman, Bill Ellis, Adam Ferrell, Andrew Gibby, David Hannon, April Kennedy, Mike Krzmarzick, Jessica Krzmarzick (wife of Michael Krzmarzick) Johnny Lugo, Alex Martin, Ryan McInnis, John Nguyen, Robert Selner, Tarl Spencer, Leah Sundquist, Kenneth Thorpe, CJ Trillo, Jonathan Tuner, William Walsh, Erik Wiesehan and Ivan Wilson, may they be servants of Christ through service to those in need, and may they be kept safe from all harm.

PARISH SUPPORT
Parishioners of St. Patrick through the Sacrificial giving program gave to God the gift: February 1, 2009

Building Fund $383.00
Cemetery $12.00
Envelopes’ $7140.00
Loose $333.75
Children’s $
Poor $252.00
Unemployment Fund $2153.80
Total $10,274.55

He heals the brokenhearted
and binds up their wounds
Psalm 147:3

 

 

MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
February 10-13, 2008

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
+Bob Cruse by Bob & Sue Sheveland
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
+Marino Malesta by Guerino Pomante &
Dino Pomante & family
Thursday, February 12, 2009
+Marcella & Leonard Grace by Sebastian family
Friday, February 13, 2009
+Joanne Battilega by the Battilega family
A Valentine’s Day Blessing

Love, the Bible says, is patient.
May you never lose your temper
with the one you love,
but be patient as God was with his people.
Love, the Bible says, is never boastful.
May you cherish your love as
a masterpiece of God,
and not as a trophy to be displayed.
Love, the Bible says, is never selfish.
May you always be generous
to your love, with time,
with affection, with encouragement
and assistance.
For as Christ loved the Church,
so we should love our beloved.
As Mary was devoted to her Son,
so we should be devoted to those we love.
And as God loved and sacrificed
for the world,
so may we always be to those we love.
Amen

 

 

 

 

Religious Education

CATECHIST RETREAT FEBRUARY 13-15
“We are the People who long to see Your face”. Retreat for the Catechist will be Feb. 13-15 in Lincoln City. This is open to all Catechists and Assistants. We still have room! Please call Connie for more information. 503-266-9411.

FIRST EUCHARIST PARENTS
Packets for First Eucharist will be in the second grade classroom today after class. Please be sure to take one home! I want you all to know what a fantastic job you are doing to prepare your child for this sacrament. You are appreciated! Keep up the good work! Questions: Call Connie Bilton-Smith 503-266-9411.

SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR PARISHIONERS OF ST. PATRICK
To all the community of St. Patrick, please pray for our children who will be receiving the sacrament of First Eucharist on April 26 at 1:00pm: Grant Everson, Gavin Kelly, Tyler Marsh, Isabella Parker, John Paul Phan, Rose Phillips, Luis Rodriguez, Sonia Rodriquez, Jose Rodriquez, Brianna Sundquist and Jennifer Tibbetts.

TEACHER MEETING
A teacher’s meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, February 8 after the 11am Mass in room 7/8. We will be discussing our Lenten theme, the catechist retreat and VBS. See you there! I would like to thank each of you for devoting so much of your time to our young people! We are blessed by your love! Anyone who is interested in helping with Vacation Bible School in July, please come and join us. We will need many hands to make it happen! It is a wonderful opportunity to get to know people in your community and share your faith with the children! You are never too old or too young to share your gifts.

EVENTS AROUND THE AREA

74th ANNUAL ST. IGNATIUS ITALIAN DINNER
It’s a SE Portland neighborhood tradition, since 1935! This year we’ll make over 11,000 homemade meatballs!
When: Sunday, February 15, 2009 - Noon -6:00pm
Where: Dillon Hall at St. Ignatius Church - SE 43rd Ave and Powell Blvd., Portland, Oregon
Cost: Adults $9.00 Kids under 12: $5.00
Seniors $8.00 Kids under 5: FREE
Featuring: Spaghetti, ravioli, homemade meatballs, salad, Italian bread, beverage, and ice cream (Wine and beer available)
Take out available. Buy meatballs for your freezer!
Reservations: For parties of 8 or more, call Diane Welters at 503-774-0744.

THE WOUNDED VISITOR
LENTEN DAY OF RECOLLECTION
For those who minister to the sick and elderly in any capacity
Date: Friday, March 13, 2009
Time: 9:30am to 2:30pm
Location: St. Henry Parish - 346 NW First, McMahon Room, #393, Gresham, OR 97030
Presenter: Rev. Rick Sirianni
Cost: $15.00 which includes lunch
Pre-registration is required - Mail your registration to: Day of Recollection - Catholic Charities- 231 SE 12th ave, Portland, OR 97214 - Sponsored by Catholic Charities Ministry to the Elderly Committee.

LEAVING A SPIRITUAL LEGACY:
Creating a Spiritual Will
This 2 session workshop will focus on the importance of spiritual legacy and of creating a spiritual will. Participants will learn about the spiritual life map, a tool for collecting and expressing one’s life values, stories, learning’s and bequests. A safe environment will be provided to conduct life reviews, and the result will be a practical Will to share with loved ones.
When: February 12 & 19
time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $60.00 per person for both sessions
Facilitator: Stephen Ristau
Register by phone: 503-794-8542.
For more information: www.francisspctr.com

WHAT HAPPENING

A FAMILY SUNDAY EVENT
St. Patrick Ladies Club is sponsoring a Family Game afternoon on Sunday, February 22nd starting at 1:00pm following the Men’s Club Breakfast . The Ladies will provide games, coffee and punch. Bring your favorite snack and a competitive spirit and come join the fun.

ST. PATRICK LADIES CLUB MEETING SCHEDULED
Come and join us on Monday, February 9 at 7:00pm in the Multipurpose room of the Parish Center for our monthly St. Patrick Women’s Club meeting. A big thank you to all the ladies who joined Thelma Kriegshauser in attending the play “The Comedy of Errors”. A great time was had by all.

UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS FUND
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Unemployment Crisis Fund. To date we have been able to assist with 7 utilities bills and 4 housing bills. The aid our community is providing is going a long way to reduce “undue anxiety” for our families in need.

DRIVERS NEEDED FOR FOOD BANK
Are you looking for a place to volunteer during the week day? St. Vincent dePaul Food Bank is looking for 2 people who would be willing to pick up frozen food for the food bank on Wednesday mornings. If you are interested and would like to help, please contact Bill Patton at 503-266-2476.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY LOCK IN PLANNED
Journey in Faith students, mark your calendar on Friday, February 20th for a night of fun and games. The Lock In is for students in grades 6-8. It begins at 7:00pm Friday and ends at 8:00am on Saturday morning. We will need adult volunteers to help with set up on Friday afternoon, to chaperone in shifts throughout the night, donations of prizes for games such as: MP3 players, movie tickets, movie DVD, gift certificates, cooks for the breakfast Saturday morning, February 21st and clean up crews on Saturday morning. Please contact Connie at the Parish Office if you can help.

LIVING THE PASCHAL MYSTERY
Like those in the gospel who come to Jesus for healing, we all come to Jesus with expectations (after all, prayers of petition are the most common prayers we pray). The challenge is to move beyond our expectations to what Jesus really wants to give us - the Good News of salvation. Jesus’ presence to us today and his healing hand do not assure us that we will never suffer. Human life is full of suffering-physical, emotional, spiritual. The new life and hope Jesus brings by preaching the Good News does not give us the assurance of never suffering. The Good News does assure us, however, of having the strength to keep the suffering in perspective. Jesus assures us that suffering belongs to this life, but this is not all there is to life.
We need to allow Jesus’ presence to transform us so that our every breath is a proclamation of God’s saving mystery. Most of us won’t go out to neighboring towns to preach. But we can smile a simple thank-you to the tired cashier in the supermarket. We can bite our tongue rather than snap at the rambunctious children. We can do something thoughtful for someone when it is not expected. Like Jesus, we can be a living Gospel, the Good News in action. Then is our normal human suffering kept in perspective.

What's Happening

February 8-14, 2009
Sunday
9:45am Religious Education Grades 1-5
11:00am Preschool/Nursery
2:00pm Confirmation class
3:00pm Hispanic RCIC
4:00pm Faith in Action
5:00pm Hispanic Bible Study
Monday
9:15am Bible Study
7:00pm Hispanic Prayer Group Choir practice
7:00pm St. Patrick Women’s Club
7:00pm Men’s Spirituality Group
Tuesday
7:00pm Tuesday evening Mass
7:00pm Baptismal prep class
7:00pm Hispanic Prayer Group choir practice
Wednesday
7:00pm Journey in Faith, RCIA & Adult Faith sharing
Thursday
12:00noon Eucharistic Adoration
6:30pm Hispanic R.E.P., RCIA
7:00pm Bible Study
8:00pm Benediction
Friday
7:00am Marian Prayer Group
5:30pm Hispanic Prayer Group choir practice
7:00pm Hispanic Prayer Group
Saturday
7:00pm Hispanic Community fundraiser - Dance
7:00pm Baptismal Prep class for Hispanic community

 

 

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