SUNDAY MASS September 27, 2009

 

IN SYMPATHY
Please remember in your prayers Edward Kozlowski and Edna Marchese both parishioners of St. Patrick who passed away this week.  May we remember those families and friends who have gone before us marked with the sign of faith. May they enjoy the fullness of God’s love.

THE MASS OF RE-DEDICATION
Come celebrate the Mass of Re-dedication on Sunday, October 11 at 11:00 am. Archbishop Vlazny will be here to celebrate this bi-lingual Mass.  A reception will follow the liturgy.

NEW EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS TRAINING
Training for new Eucharistic Ministers is Saturday, October 3rd from 9 am to 12:30pm.  Currently we are in need of additional Eucharistic Ministers for the 5:30 pm Vigil Mass and the 11:00 am Sunday Mass.  Contact Sara at the office for more information.

MEN’S CLUB BREAKFAST
Come and enjoy a wonderful breakfast hosted by St. Patrick Men’s Club Sunday, October 4 following the masses in the Parish Center.  Come and enjoy a wonderful breakfast of ham, eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, orange juice, coffee and hot chocolate. Cost will be: Adults $4.50; children 6-12 $3.00. Proceeds benefit the Men’s Club Scholarship Fund.

RCIA
RCIA - Inquiry, has just begun so it’s not too late to invite someone you know who may be interested in the Catholic faith.  Come and See what we’re all about on Wednesday evenings from 7pm - 9 pm in the Parish Center.

FALL BAPTISMAL PREPARATION

The Baptismal Preparation Classes for parents who wish to have their children baptized are Tuesday, October 20 and Tuesday, October 27 at 7pm.  This is a 2 session requirement.  Please contact Sara @ 503-266-9411 for more information.

 

 

 

Reflecting the Gospel

 

 

Anyone who has adolescents or has worked with them knows how important belonging to a group is to them. It’s perhaps the most important aspect of their young lives; the need to belong is at the basis of peer group pressure-they will do anything at all in order to belong.  Being part of and accepted by a circle of close friends is how these young people begin to sort out their self-identity. Although as we grow older this intense need for belonging lessens somewhat and it isn’t the most important driving force in our lives. Some groups are essential-our work associates, for example. Some groups have membership by choice-social groups and clubs, for example. In the gospel this Sunday we hear that mere membership in a group is certainly not the last word.  Membership also has its responsibilities. When it comes to membership in the community of disciples, we must take on the vision and goals of Jesus and work diligently to implement them in daily life. This is true discipleship-this ultimately is true membership.  The disciples ask Jesus a question about group membership; Jesus answers with the deeper meaning of what following him really means.  Following Jesus is not about being a card-carrying Christian; it’s not about having a baptismal certificate framed and handing on a wall. Even if one is counted a disciple-is part of a group-but causes harm to another, that one is not a follower of Jesus. Following Jesus means that the hard work of discipleship is being true to Jesus, not only in our words but especially in our actions and behaviors. The disciples were worried about other people’s behavior who were not part of their group, and Jesus admonishes them to look to their own behavior.  We are to root out the cause of sin in us at all costs-root out whatever is not consistent with who Jesus calls us to be. What is at stake is “entering into the kingdom of God,” entering into fullness of life.  Discipleship is decided by our behavior rather than by our being in the inner circle. What is crucial to discipleship is how we act. Jesus uses extreme terms to tell us that we must turn from whatever is inconsistent with acting in his name. Any behavior that causes us to sin or to lead others into sin must be cut off. Any attitude that limits the presence and power of the Spirit must also be cut off. Being a disciple demands radical choices about how we live and relate to others.

 

 

 

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, Douglas Bower Jr., Ryan Bridges, Lonnie Brown, Nathan Brown,, Jeremy Burke, Carlos Bustamante,  Adamm Creel, Isaiah Creel, David Davis, Brad Dunn, Brian Dykeman, Bill Ellis, Adam Ferrell, Andrew Gibby, 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 Tuner, 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.

 

MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
September 22 thru October 2, 2009

Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Special Intention for Dalles Meyerhofer by Clem & Patty Meyerhofer & Ariel Mars
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
+Dick Johnson by Cliff & Sue Ash
Thursday, October 1, 2009
+Bernard Vandecoevering by Donna Reeder
Friday, October 2, 2009
+Paul Grand by Mary & Jerry Schoen

“GET ON BOARD”
A new series of Bible study classes is about to begin.  Last year we studied The Acts of the Apostles. This year we will use the same excellent publisher, Catholic Scripture Study, to study The Gospel of John.  Classes will be at St. Patrick on Monday mornings  from 9am-11:45 starting October 5th and Thursday evenings from 7pm-8:30pm starting October 1st. The cost of materials will be $39.99.  Please contact Bill Martinusen at 503-266-4926 or Kathy Hostetler at 503-266-3584 for more information.

 Monday, September 28: Zechariah 8:1-8; Psalm 102:16-18, 19-21, 29 and 22-23; Luke 9:46-50
Tuesday, September 29
Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 or Revelation: 12:7-12a; Psalm 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 4-5; John 1:47-51
Wednesday, September 30:
Nehemiah 2:1-8; Psalm 137: 1-2, 3, 4-5, 6; Luke 9:57-62
Thursday, October 1:
Nehemiah 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Psalm 19:8,9,10,11; Luke 10:1-12
Friday, October 2:
Baruch 1:15-22; Psalm 79:1b-2, 3-5, 8, 9; Matthew 18:1-5, 10

http://www.nwfs.org.PARISH SUPPORT
Parishioners of St. Patrick through the Sacrificial giving
program gave to God the gift:
September 20, 2009

Funds Collected for Others
Cemetery                      $50.00 
St. Vincent dePaul         $
Total:                            $50.00

Collection Parish Operating Expenses
Envelopes’                    $6708.00                                  
Loose                           $363.87                        
Children’s                     $
Poor                             $
Unemployment Fund      $300.00
Building Fund                $220.00
Total                            $7591.87

 

ATTENTION ALL CATHOLIC MEN OF ST. PATRICK PARISH

On November 7, 2009, Knights of Columbus will be having  1st, 2nd & 3rd Degrees here at St. Patrick Parish Hall.  The Degrees of the Order will be conferred in both English & Spanish simultaneously. Registration will begin at 10:00am until 1:00pm.  1st Degree initiation will begin at 11:00am.  Lunch will be served from 12noon to 1:00pm.  2nd Degree initiation will begin at 1:15pm.  3rd Degree initiation will begin at 2:45pm.  Reservations are absolutely necessary for all candidates.  Call the Financial Secretary Ron Suchanek at 503-266-1225 or District Deputy Jesse Villereal at 503-266-4043 or District Deputy Tom Morgan at 503-658-8709 on or before Monday, November 2.

 

 

 

 

 

Religious Education

 

 

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES HAVE STARTED
We are still taking registrations every Sunday in the Parish Center.  We are hoping to have all registrations by Oct. 4.  Classes for Pre-school thru 5th grade are 9:45am-10:45am - Preschool and Nursery 11am.  We are excited about starting our programs and meeting each of you and your child!  Please keep all of our teachers, assistants and children in your daily prayers. Pray for the gift of wisdom and understanding for everyone.  We are blessed to be called by Christ to be Eucharist to each other.

REGISTRATION FOR FIRST RECONCILIATION AND EUCHARIST are now being taken. We have 10 children registered for First Reconciliation.  Our Introduction Night is October 5, 7pm in rooms 7/8 in the Parish Center. Both parent and child will be attending these evenings.  Children will have classes with Julie O’Connor while parents meet in Room 7/8.  We are using the parent/child books as a supplement in the second grade class this year. This will reinforce the parent teaching at home - Parent will be the primary teacher as always.  A letter will be sent to all registered families with information about the program. Thank you for the desire to have your child receive these life and grace giving sacraments.

NURSERY NEWS
We are open but we are in need of parents to organize a team to help with nursery.  If we have parents to help we would be able to have younger infants taken care of during the 11am Mass. A much needed ministry.  We also need crib sheets for the little cribs, toys need to be washed each week and we need Jr. High-High School students to help as aides.  If you have the time and desire to help organize this ministry please call Connie at 503-266-9411.

VOLUNTEER LIST:
The list of volunteer time is being worked on.  The list is getting longer and longer giving more opportunities for you to find a convenient time to share your gifts and talents.  Thank you for your patience.  You are appreciated and we are blessed by your helpfulness.

ROSARY CEREMONY - October 18 - 10:30am before the 11am Mass.  Everyone in the parish is invited - especially parents and grandparents. Children Kindergarten - 5th grade will pray the Rosary as a group.  Please honor our Holy Mother Mary with children while we pray.  Thank you. 

LIVING THE PASCHAL MYSTERY

Through our baptismal anointing we truly are prophets; all of us are commissioned to speak and do deeds in the Lord’s name. Thus baptism is more than initiation into a group-it is the transformation of ourselves into disciples of Christ who follow the Teacher by faithful service “in his name.” Faithful service is not expressed in occasional good deeds but in on-going patterns of unselfish, life-giving behaviors.
     As a follower of Christ, discipleship means doing something so great as volunteering for one of the liturgical ministries or so simple as taking the garbage out without being asked.  It means that our words and actions are consistent with Gospel values. It means that we are ruthless about choosing to cut out behaviors inconsistent with Jesus’ values and gentle about choosing to do the works of the Teacher.

 

EVENTS AROUND THE AREA

CAR RAFFLE

The Benedictine Foundation’s 15th Annual Car Raffle to benefit the Benedictine Sisters of Mt. Angel is underway. A new champagne-gold 2008 Honda Civic (MSRP: $19,510) will go to the lucky winner. The Civic offers 36 mpg, and has automatic transmission, front and rear disc brakes, remote entry system, air conditioning, power moon roof, and AM/FM/CD audio system.  Raffle tickets cost $50 and only 1,200 will be sold. The drawing will take place on November 1, 2009 at Queen of Angels Monastery and you do not need to be present to win. Tickets may be ordered by contacting the Benedictine Foundation office at 503-845-2556, or benfoundation@mtangel.net. Proceeds will support Sisters’ Retirement and Vocation Funds.

 

 

WHAT HAPPENING

The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart

mailto:info@francisspctr.com.
VENDORS WANTED
Sign up now to be a vendor at our 4th annual Holiday Bazaar November 14 & 15. Tables are $20 each.  All items must be handmade. For an application please contact Angela Baker 503-407-7493.

TICKETS TO PORTLAND’S SINGING CHRISTMAS TREE
Celebrate Christmas. Celebrate Tradition. Are you interested in starting the Christmas season off right by attending by far the best Holiday Production in the northwest? Many of you know that Paul Crawford, a member of St. Patrick Church, has been singing with the group for many years. Paul and his wife Gail volunteer countless hours in helping with this production and we would love to support their efforts.  This years guest performers include Timothy Greenidge, Michael Allen Harrison, Georgene Rice, Aaron Meyer, and The Jefferson Dancers.
   To attend as a group, we must have a minimum of 15 people (last year, we had 32). Knowing that people hate to drive at night, I thought it would be best to attend an afternoon performance. Therefore, I reserved 40 tickets for the 2:30pm performance on Saturday, December 5 (Rows O thru R - the same section as last year).  Based on purchasing 40 tickets, the price is $34.50 each. This includes the handling fee. These are excellent seats.
    If you are interested, please call Duane Koser at 503-266-4489 or see me at coffee and donuts after the 8:30 Mass on 9/27, and 10/4.  Tickets will be purchased on Monday, October 5th.

CAN YOU HELP?
Single mom would like someone to sit with her nine year old son while she goes to RCIA on Wednesday evenings.  Need help from 6:45pm to 8:45pm.  Can sit at my home in Canby (on NE 11th) or at your home.  If you can help, please call April at 503-621-6070 or Debbie at the Parish Office.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Jesus wants us to be close to Him, to have an intimate relationship with Him and the only way to get there is to pray, frequently, deeply and with much vulnerability. As parishioners, one of the best ways to do this weekly is by spending an hour of quiet prayer time before Him in the Blessed Sacrament on the altar.  This Eucharistic Adoration is open to all believers.  It intensifies our relationship with Jesus, our Savior, the healer, and helps parish unity and spirituality.  In October we are restarting a week day of Eucharistic Adoration in our church that will be  every Thursday from 12noon to 8pm and we could use more volunteers. The more adorers the better, but we must have at least 2 people with the Blessed Sacrament at all times and we normally do this in one hour shifts. If you can’t take an hour shift regularly, you can sign up as a substitute also.  Sign up sheets will be available in the back of church after all the Masses this weekend.  For information please contact Adeline Dawson, 503-266-3039 or Dave Bernklau, 503-651-3708.

MONTHLY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
You are invited to spend an hour or two in Eucharistic Adoration the firstSunday of every month following the 4:00 pm Mass from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All are invited to come and spend a bit of quiet time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.  Next Sunday Adoration is October 4.

 

 

What's Happening in the week...

PARISH HAPPENINGS September 28-October 3, 2009 Sunday       9:00am   Retreat-Hispanic comm.       9:45am      REP Grades 1-5     11:00am      Nursery 3:00pm  RCIC       5:00pm  Bible Study Tuesday   7:00pm   Tuesday evening Mass Wednesday      7:00pm   Journey in Faith and Youth in Action      7:00pm   RCIA Inquiry begins Thursday      6:30pm   REP classes for Hispanic community     7:00pm    Bible Study Friday      7:00am   Marian Prayer Group      5:30pm   Choir practice Prayer Gr.      7:00pm   Prayer Group Retreat for Hispanic community begins Saturday     9:30am    New Eucharistic Minister training     7:00pm    Baptismal Prep class/Hispanic community

 

 

 

 

 

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