St. Patrick Catholic Church

All powerful and ever-living God, direct your love that is within us, that our efforts in the name of your Son may bring mankind to unity and peace. We ask 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

GRAB YOUR TICKETS NOW!
There are only a few tickets left for the Knights of Columbus Crab Dinner and Auction fundraiser on Feb. 5. Please don't hesitate to get yours now before they run out. Tickets are $35. All money raised goes to our parish and local charities. The location of the event will be the main pavilion building at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds in Canby. Doors open at 4:30pm. Silent auction 4:30pm-6:30p.m., dinner 6:45-8:00pm and oral auction 8:00-9:30pm. You can reserve a table for 8 people for $25, but you must also buy 8 tickets at the same time. Tickets are sold at the weekend Masses, or you can contact Duane Kloser at 503-913-2895. We are always looking for additional auction items. If you have something that you would like to donate, please contact Mike Schmader at 503-266-1331.

RAFFLE TICKETS AVAILABLE
The Knights Columbus are selling raffle tickets for $10 as part of their fundraising. First prize is a three minute Shopping Spree plus Meat Run at Cutsforth Thriftway. Second prize is a Kindle e-reader. Third prize is a gift certificate to Canby Pub and Grill plus two tickets to Canby Cinema 8. You cannot win if you don't buy a ticket! Drawing will occur on February 5, 2011.

THEMED AUCTION BASKETS
A very special Thank you to all the parishioners who have created themed baskets for the Knights of Columbus charitable auction. Please return your completed basket by this Sunday, January 23. If you have any questions, please contact Paul Crawford at 503-266-6149.

WINTER BAPTISMAL PREP CLASSES
New parents who wish to celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism with their child are required to attend a 2-session class on Baptism. Baptismal preparation classes are Tuesday, February 8 and 15 at 7pm in the Conference room of the Parish Center. For more information please contact the Parish Office [503-266-9411].

 

Candles come in all shapes, sizes, and fragrances. Judging from the amount of space given for candle displays in inexpensive stores, candles are popular as decorations in our homes. When we invite someone over for a special dinner we probably have candles burning on the set table and perhaps one or more in the living room. But when the electricity goes out after dark and a single candle is lit, this little light makes all the difference in the world. Isn't it amazing how one little candle can shine so brightly in darkness but be barely noticed in light? In the gospel for this Sunday Jesus goes to "the region of Zebulun and Naphtali," land of the Gentiles and, therefore, considered a land of darkness to Jews of that time. It is as though Jesus goes to a place of darkness so the light of his Good News won't be missed but can shine brightly. Here in this region of darkness he begins his saving work. In the darkness he shines brightly, reminding us that God desires all of us to see "a great light." God desires all of us to repent of the darkness in our lives and come to the Light who is Savior. As Jesus begins his public ministry, he issues two commands: "Repent" and "Come after me." The gospel suggests that both repentance and following Jesus are ways to walk in the light that reveal the kingdom of heaven at hand. The kingdom of heaven is neither earthly realm nor distant place. The kingdom of heaven is present in our response to Jesus. It is our willing obedience to hear him call, to leave everything, to follow him without counting the costs. The "kingdom of heaven is at hand" when we turn from darkness and not only walk in the light but also become that light ourselves. How does "repent" open one to heed Jesus' call to follow him and become the light? We must be able to see the light who is our Savior before we can be light for others. To see and embrace the light is already following Jesus. So, one way to think about repentance is that it is turning from darkness so we can see the light. By changing our minds about the behaviors that bring darkness, we are able to focus on the light that then shines brightly enough for us to follow-becoming the light ourselves.
From: Living Liturgy, 2011

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: Cody Amick, Ryan Thomas Blackwood, Douglas Bower Jr., Ryan Bridges, Lonnie Brown, Nathan Brown, Jeremy Burke, Carlos Bustamante, Adamm Creel, Isaiah Creel, David Davis, Loyd Davis, Kenny Doleac, Brad Dunn, Brian Dykeman, Bill Ellis, Adam Ferrell, David Hannon, April Kennedy, Patrick Kirsch, Mike Krzmarzick, Jessica Krzmarzick (wife of Michael Krzmarzick) Johnny Lugo, Adam Lulay, Alex Martin, Jordan Morelli, John Nguyen, Robert Nolan, Daniel Olsen, Robert Selner, Tarl Spencer, John Suchanek, Leah Sundquist, Brian Thomas, Kenneth Thorpe, CJ Trillo, Jonathan Turner, William Walsh, Erik Wiesehan, Ivan Wilson and John Zagyva, may they be servants of Christ through service to those in need, and may they be kept safe from all harm.

PARISH SUPPORT
January 16, 2011
Funds Collected for Others:
Cemetery $
St. Vincent dePaul $42.00
Catholic C.C. $814.52
Retirement Fund R. $7.00
Total: $863.52
Collection Parish Operating Expenses:
Envelopes' $5214.00
Loose $471.51
Children's $
Poor $100.00
Unemployment Fund $
Building Fund $45.00
Total $5830.51

OUR PRAYERS FOR HOLINESS OF LIFE
*For an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life and for a deeper gratitude for the priests and religious now serving our diocese by proclaiming the kingdom of heaven among us, we pray to the Lord.

*That the church continue to be the light of Christ dispelling darkness, we pray to the Lord.

*That the lowly, the downcast, the hungry, and the poor be led into the light of God's kingdom, we pray to the Lord.

*For the clergy and religious of our Diocese, that their example maybe an encouragement for young people to consider a Church vocation, we pray to the Lord

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Intention of the parishioners
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Intention of the parishioners
Thursday, January 27, 2011
+Linda Mack by Nancy & Larry Huss
Friday, January 28, 2011
Intention of the parishioners
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Intention of the parishioners
Sunday, January 30, 2011
8:30am +William Leavell by Helena Leavell & family
11:00am +Betty Lynch by Catherine Walters
4:00pm Intention of the parishioners

FREE TAX HELP
Oregon Housing and Community Services is proud to join with AARP and CASH Oregon in offering free statewide tax preparation and filing help to people who may qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit (CTC), Oregon Earned Income Credit, and the Oregon Working Family Child Care Credit. To find tax help sites, call 1-888-227-7669, or see http://tinyurl.com/4vozbfp, or http://www.cashoregon.org.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED
I am currently seeking a calligraphist to do a small project for the Sunday religious program. If there is anyone in our parish who knows how to do calligraphy, please call Jody Patershall at 503-266-9411. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH SPEAKER
All high school youth are welcome to join us Sunday, January 30th at Our Lady of the Lake parish in Lake Oswego to hear Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers speak. THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. We will meet at St. Patrick at 5:15pm and return at approximately 9:00pm. Please return your permission form by 1/26/11. Parents, we are in need of chaperones/drivers to this event. Please contact Francis Parker with your RSVP, questions or to request a permission form at 503-266-9411 or fparker@canby.com.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are looking for volunteers to assist with the annual Knights of Columbus Crab Feed and Auction on February 5th. We are in need of volunteers for set-up on February 4th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Additionally, we need volunteers February 5th between the hours of 4:00pm-10:00pm. This is an excellent opportunity to earn service hours for Confirmation and/or high school graduation. Please contact Francis Parker for more information at 503-266-9411 or fparker@canby.com.

FIRST RECONCILIATION
The Hispanic Religious Education students are preparing to make their First Reconciliation on January 29th. Through this sacrament, the children will experience God's infinite love, mercy and forgiveness. Please join us in praying for the following students:

Jennifer Navarro G. Kaila Mendez
Pablo Martinez Jennifer Berenice Valverde
Marisol Robles Oscar Gabino R.
Cielo Lopez Michelle Fuentes
David Asunción Jocelyn Ulloa
Edgar Gutierrez Cesar Mendoza
Kristopher Lopez Emili Fuentes
Michelle Rosiles Stephanie Tapia
Juan Mata Anai Negrete
Jonathan Zurita Orlando Mendoza
Eleazar Asunción Jennifer Mendoza

LIVING THE PASCHAL MYSTERY
We shrink from darkness; we don't like it. We shrink from repentance; we don't like it either, because to repent means that we must embrace a life of self-giving. Seeing the light is actually much easier than following the light! John's faithfulness in preaching Jesus as the Messiah led him to prison and death. Jesus' preaching about God's kingdom at hand led him to the cross and death. If we follow the light, we know what awaits us: dying to self. Yet dying is the only way we ourselves can become the light that shines for others. Following the light is a metaphor for repentance because the light takes us where we would rather not go. But it is only this light that brings us everlasting life. This is why we repent and follow.
Just as one candle can dispel darkness, so can the little light each of us is dispel the darkness of sin and confusion, indifference and selfishness, greed and despair that tend to surround us. All we need to do is heed Jesus' two commands: repent and follow.
From: Living Liturgy, 2011 - Liturgical Press

EVENTS AROUND THE AREA
WINTER SCRIPTURE CLASSES
Having a better understanding of the Old Testament scriptures can enrich your prayer life at each Sunday/daily Mass, praying the Liturgy of the Hours or in private prayer/bible study. A 10 week Introduction to the Old Testament class will be offered in Mt. Angel starting February 10-April 11, 2011. Mornings 9:30-11:30 or evenings 6-8pm. Earlybird special by 1/28/11. $299 Deadline 2/4/11 $350.00. For more information visit www.oldtestamentclasses.com or call 503-873-3608. Instructor: Paula Helsby, holds masters degrees in Theology and Scripture from Mt. Angel Seminary and a member of the Catholic Biblical Association.

PART TIME POSITION OPEN
Superior Wash has a part time position
20 to 30 hours per week Saturday through Wednesday.
The company pressure washes big trucks at their site.
They pay $10 per hour. If you are interested, please contact Teri De Coster at 503-582-9797.

FIVE PART SERIES ON FAMILY GUIDE FOR USING MEDIA
The office of Media Relations from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has produced a Family Guide for Using Media. This is the third of Five parts of this publication:

The use of media involves moral choices. Here are ten actions or attitudes that can guide parents as media consumers to affirm Christian values:

Use your Intelligence. As entertaining and useful as the media can be, they should not be accepted uncritically or thoughtlessly. In subtle and not so subtle ways, most media convey moral messages. Reflect on what ethical standards the media are using. What is portrayed and why? What is it saying about human existence? How does it relate to Christian faith and moral belief? If something seems shocking, is anything of value also being conveyed? Is comedy used for genuine amusement or merely as a put-down? How are you and your family reacting to your media choices? Are you benefitting from them?

Talk back to the media. All too often we experience media, especially television and film, as one-way communication. Get in the habit of using television, film, and other media to start a dialogue. Where media are interactive, you can engage in an actual dialogue. Where they aren't, you can contact networks, local stations, and newspapers to compliment or complain how the media are or are not helping you as a parent. The dialogue can also go on in your family. For example, a television drama can start you asking one another, "What would you have done or said in that situation? Why?'

Set your own agenda. The mass media, especially news programming, tend to set the public agenda. They tell us what issues deserve our attention; they highlight certain people and social and political options. Think about this media-set agenda. Does it reflect what is truly important? Are you hearing the things that matter to you and your family? Choose the media that serve your needs rather than just tuning in or logging on. Help your children to pick good programming instead of surfing through what's there.

Next week-continuation of the ten actions or attitudes for parents to use in helping families use the media wisely.
From: USCC Committee for Communications
United States Catholic Conference-Washington, D.C.

FRANCISCAN SPIRITUAL CENTER PRESENTS
GRIEF RECOVERY GROUP
We think of "death" only in the physical sense. Yet, life also brings us divorce, lost jobs & finances, disappointments – the very real death of hopes, dreams & expectations. When we are told to get over it, our grief often goes inward, remains unresolved. Learn the necessary steps to go through grief and recover the lost thread of aliveness in the fabric of life.
Mondays now through April 4, 2011
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm
Cost: $20 per person
For more information contact 503-794-8542

PARISH HAPPENINGS

Sunday 9:45am Religious Education 4 years - 5th grade 11:00am Nursery 3:00pm Children's Baptismal Preparation class [RCIC] 3:00pm Spanish Sacramental Prep 5:00pm Spanish Bible Study Monday 9:15am Bible Study 5:00pm Spanish Music Rehearsal 6:00pm Intercession Prayers 6:30pm Hispanic Sacramental prep meeting Tuesday 7:00pm Tuesday evening Mass Wednesday 8:00am Daily Mass 7:00pm Confirmation class 7:00pm Journey in Faith, Youth in Action and RCIA Thursday 8:00am Daily Mass 12:00pm Eucharistic Adoration 6:30pm Spanish Religious Education 7:00pm Bible Study 8:00pm Benediction Friday 7:00am Marian Prayer Group 7:00pm Spanish Prayer Group Saturday 10:00am First Reconciliation [Spanish community] 5:00pm Music Prep