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September 29, 2019 Twenty-Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time REFLECTING ON THE GOSPEL As we continue to journey with Jesus to Jerusalem we hear another parable unique to Luke: the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus. This parable develops many themes in the gospel, including the right use of money from last week, and also the reversal of the social order that has been foretold in Mary’s canticle: he has lifted up the lowly and sent the rich away empty. We should find this story troubling for a number of reasons, not least of which is that those of us in the developed world are likely the rich man, dressed in fine clothes and eating well while there is a Lazarus effectively at our doorstep who needs our help. When examined from a global perspective, most human beings live on meager amounts each day. Most of the wealth in the world has been localized, and even if we are not part of the infamous “1 percent” we are likely among the top 25 percent globally. So if we are looking to place ourselves in this parable, the person of the rich man is likely where we belong, generally enjoying the good things of this world while others go without, or go with less. The line on Abraham’s lips sounds the toll of doom: “My child, remember that you received/what was good during your lifetime while Lazarus like- wise received what was bad; but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented.” A reversal is in order! The message that Jesus preached was good news for those on the outside of power, privilege, and wealth. Those who enjoyed such things put him to death! In the nether world, the rich man cries out for someone to warn his brothers. But the message of caring for one’s neighbor is spread liberally throughout the Law and Prophets. In a telling sign, which foreshadows the situation of the early Christians, Abraham says ominously that people will not learn even if someone rises from the dead. While we may no longer see a poor Lazarus literally at our doorstop, he is there nonetheless, and can be seen with television, radio, internet, and other modern means of communication. But it would be a mistake to believe that the only Lazaruses are an ocean away. There may be a Lazarus picking vegetables for meager wages and no health care nearby. There may be a Lazarus working in unsafe conditions creating the latest technological device. And there is certainly a Lazarus over- looked by systems, institutions, and even churches. What is our response? We have been told by the Law, the Prophets, and even by someone who rose from the dead to care for them.
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Mass Schedule
Daily Mass
Tuesday Evenings 7:00pm
Wednesday ~ Friday 8:00am
Sunday Liturgy
Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm
Sunday: 8:30am & 11:00am &
1:30pm Mass in Spanish
Confession Schedule
Saturdays 4:00-5:00pm
Or by appointment
Eucharist Adoration
Thursdays 12pm-9pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church Mission Statement
As a Catholic faith community united in Christ’s Gospel and
Sacraments, we strive to bring all people to know, love and
serve God and one another.
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Information
498 NW 9th-PO Box 730
Canby, OR 97013
Parish Office: 503-266-9411
Fax: 503-263-2293
Parish Office Hours:
Monday-Wednesday-Thursday
9am-5pm; Tuesday: 9am-6pm
Closed for lunch 12-1:00pm.
Closed on Fridays.
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T w e n t y - S i x t h S u n d a y o f O r d i n a r y T i m e
REFLECTING ON THE GOSPEL
As we continue to journey with
Jesus to Jerusalem we hear another
parable unique to Luke: the story of
the Rich Man and Lazarus. This
parable develops many themes in
the gospel, including the right use
of money from last week, and also
the reversal of the social order that
has been foretold in Mary’s
canticle: he has lifted up the lowly
and sent the rich away empty. We
should find this story troubling for a
number of reasons, not least of
which is that those of us in the
developed world are likely the rich
man, dressed in fine clothes and
eating well while there is a Lazarus
effectively at our doorstep who
needs our help. When examined
from a global perspective, most
human beings live on meager
amounts each day. Most of the
wealth in the world has been
localized, and even if we are not
part of the infamous “1 percent” we
are likely among the top 25 percent
globally. So if we are looking to
place ourselves in this parable, the
person of the rich man is likely
where we belong, generally
enjoying the good things of this
world while others go without, or
go with less. The line on Abraham’s
lips sounds the toll of doom: “My
child, remember that you
received/what was good during
your lifetime while Lazarus like-
wise received what was bad; but
now he is comforted here, whereas
you are tormented.” A reversal is in
order! The message that Jesus
preached was good news for those
on the outside of power, privilege,
and wealth. Those who enjoyed such
things put him to death! In the nether
world, the rich man cries out for
someone to warn his brothers. But the
message of caring for one’s neighbor is
spread liberally throughout the Law and
Prophets. In a telling sign, which
foreshadows the situation of the early
Christians, Abraham says ominously
that people will not learn even if
someone rises from the dead. While we
may no longer see a poor Lazarus
literally at our doorstop, he is there
nonetheless, and can be seen with
television, radio, internet, and other
modern means of communication. But it
would be a mistake to believe that the
only Lazaruses are an ocean away.
There may be a Lazarus picking
vegetables for meager wages and no
health care nearby. There may be a
Lazarus working in unsafe conditions
creating the latest technological device.
And there is certainly a Lazarus over-
looked by systems, institutions, and even
churches. What is our response? We
have been told by the Law, the Prophets,
and even by someone who rose from the
dead to care for them.
SYMPATHY
Please remember in your prayers +Minnie Coon,
+Debi Allen, daughter in law of Thomas and Daryl
Allen, +Barbara Hoffart Somers, +Cardinal William
Levada, former Archbishop of Portland and +Father
Ed Bliven, former Pastor of our Parish, St. Patrick.
Remember Lord, those who have died and have gone
before us marked with the sign of faith. May these, and
all who sleep in Christ, find in Your presence light,
happiness and peace.
PRIEST CONVOCATION
Fr. Arturo will be attending the annual convocation for
priests this coming week, September 30—October 4,
2019. The convocation is an opportunity for the priests
of the Archdiocese to come together for prayer, study,
reflection and Presbyterial Council business. Please keep
them in your prayers this week!
WIDOW AND WIDOWERS DINNER
All Widow and Widowers are invited to a
festive dinner and entertainment at St. Patrick’s Hall
today (September 29) beginning at 4:00p.m. Please
come join your fellow Widow and Widowers for a
relaxing evening!! You may bring a family member to
accompany you to this event put on by St. Patrick’s
Knights of Columbus. We look forward to meeting each
of you.
FALL CEMETERY CLEAN UP
Saturday, October 5th beginning at 9:30a.m. Bring
your rakes, gloves and enthusiasm. Refreshments
provided.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS TO THE
HOMEBOUND NEEDED!
We are in desperate need of Eucharistic Ministers to
the Homebound. Especially substitutes! The ministers
go out once a week after the 8:00a.m. Mass normally on
Wednesdays to distribute communion to those
parishioners in our community who can no longer make
it to mass. This is a wonderful and grace filled
opportunity for our homebound parishioners to be
WELCOME We are delighted that you are visiting our parish. We
hope you can worship with us and we welcome you to
become registered with our parish. Please contact Debbie
in the Parish Office and she would be happy to help you
register or answer any questions you may have.
PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY
September 29, 2019
Gracious and loving God,
we thank you for the gift of Fr. Arturo.
Through him, we experience your
presence in the sacraments.
Help him to be strong in his vocation.
Set his soul on fire with love
for your people.
Grant him the wisdom, understanding and
strength he needs to follow
in the footsteps of Jesus.
Inspire him with the vision
of your kingdom.
Give him the words he needs
to spread the Gospel.
Allow him to experience joy
in his ministry.
Help him to become an instrument
of your divine grace.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives
and reigns as our Eternal Priest.
Amen.
Please take a few minutes after Mass and
let Father know how much you appreciate
his ministry to our parish and that you will
continue to keep him in your thoughts and
prayers.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET
Have you been to Medjugorje or would like to know
more about it? Please join us after morning mass on
Friday, October 4th to recite the DIvine Mercy
Chaplet in the Church and meet for a brief discussion
afterward in the parish hall. Questions, please contact
Gretchen at 503-989-8121.
ONLY ONE CLASS LEFT FOR
CREATING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
This training workshop is required for All
Volunteer Catechists and Aides and anyone
working with youth in our parish. All volunteers
must attend in order to qualify for volunteer ministry
in the Archdiocese of Portland for the 2019-2020
programming year. Your participation must be
completed by October 15, 2019. The last date of
CASE Training Workshop being offered at St.
Patrick is: Tuesday, October 8. If this date does not
work for you, please check out C.A.S.E (Creating a
Safe Environment) Training Schedule (updated
8/26/19) on the Archdiocesan Web site under the
Office of Child Protection. If you attend a workshop
at a different parish please bring your certificate of
completion to the office in order that your
participation can be recorded.
CHANGING LIVES, ONE PAIR AT A
TIME!
Hello, my name is Haven Tamimi and I am a
sophomore at Canby High School. This January I will
be traveling with a Medical/Dental/Vision team to
Takeo Province, Cambodia. Our group will be
serving and providing medical care for 8 days in
extremely poor villages.
Over 70% of people in
developing countries
need glasses. I am
collecting any and all
used eyeglasses and readers, both child and adult
sizes. There is a collection box in the back of the
church and I’m hoping to collect as many as I can to
take on this mission trip. Our team will clean, sort
and distribute them to those in need. We need a lot of
eyeglasses! Thank you so much for your
support in giving the gift of sight!
12TH ANNUAL ROSARY BOWL NW
in SALEM
The Rosary Bowl is Saturday, October 5th
from 8:30a.m. – 4p.m. in Salem State Fair-
grounds Pavilion Building. Come early to
view relics from Martyrs in Mexico, commu-
nity resource tables, eucharistic
miracles exhibit, rosary display, and much
more. Mass with Bishop Peter Smith is at 10
a.m. Father Theodore Lange will give a
special talk at 1:00 p.m., followed by the
Rosary at 2:00 pm. Fr. Lange serves as pastor
at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Veneta
Or. and chaplain and theology teacher at
Marist Catholic High School in Eugene.
You won’t be disappointed. For more details,
go to https://rosarybowlnw.org/event-location
LIVING THE PASCHAL MYSTERY
For many, Christianity has become a
comfortable societal institution. Parishioners
and church members attend Mass regularly,
build community with others in their
geographical boundary, and might even send
their children to the parish school. Today’s
gospel is a reminder that Jesus did not found
parishes. The basis of one’s salvation is not
parish membership, but how we treat the poor
and disenfranchised among us. And now that
our world has
become flat, we are
so interconnected that
nearly the entire
globe is our neighbor.
Our responsibility to
one another has
increased
exponentially. No
longer are we
concerned merely with our neighborhood,
parish, or school, but we are concerned with a
much broader spectrum. The moral life
includes decisions we make while shopping,
hiring labor, or disposing of waste. With
today’s reading, we are called to let go of any
narrow vision we might have of “neighbor”
and see the Lazarus figures before us both
locally and worldwide.
Tuesday, October 1, 2019 LITURGY OF THE WORD
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
+Debi Allen
Thursday, October 3, 2019
+Minnie Coon
Friday, October 4, 2019
+Barbara Hoffart Somers
Saturday, October 5, 2019
5:30p.m. Intention for the Parishioners
Sunday, October 6, 2019
8:30a.m. Intention for the Parishioners
11:00a.m. Intention for the Parishioners
1:30p.m. Intention for the Parishioners
THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday, September 29, 2019 9:45a.m. Adult Sunday School
9:45a.m. Religious Education
11:00a.m. Choir practice
1:30p.m. Rosary before Spanish Mass
2:30p.m. Spanish Marriage Encounter
4:00p.m. Widow/Widowers Dinner
Monday, September 30 2019
9:15a.m. Bible Study
7:00p.m. Bible Study-Apostoles de la Palabra
7:00p.m. Choir practice
Tuesday, October 1 2019
6:00p.m Knights of Columbus
6:30p.m. Spanish RCIA
7:00p.m. Liturgy of the Word
7:00p.m. Bible Study-Spanish
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
8:00a.m. Mass
1:30p.m. Food Bank meeting
5:00p.m. Choir practice
7:00p.m. Hispanic Knights of Columbus
7:00p.m. Junior High, Youth Group,
Confirmation prep, RCIA
Thursday, October 3, 2019
8:00a.m. Mass
12:00p.m. Eucharistic Adoration
6:30p.m Spanish RE
7:00p.m. Bible Study
7:00p.m. Maintenance committee mtg
8:15a.m. Rosary in Spanish
9:00p.m. Benediction
Friday, October 4, 2019
7:00a.m. Marian Prayer Group
8:00a.m. Mass
8:45a.m. Queen of Peace Prayer Gr.
10:00a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry
7:00p.m. Hispanic Prayer Group
Needed for Weekly Budget Goal $ 10,750.00
Offertory—September 21/22, 2019 $ 7234.90
Over/(Under) $ (3515.10)
Building Fund Collection $30.00
Unemployment $
Cemetery $
St. Vincent de Paul $40.00
San Mateo Mass $120.65
YOUR SUNDAY CONTRIBUTIONS
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
October 5/6 5:30PM Vigil Mass 8:30am Sunday Mass 11am Sunday Mass
Lector Karen Hunt Maureen Giger Pat Delaney
Sacristan David Riener Dawna Hitch MaryJane Bunch
Minister of the Cup Linda Baker Deacon Jerry Deacon Jerry
EMHC Zach Riener Paul Crawford Jody Patershall
EMHC Thelma Kriegshauser Mike Patton
EMHC Lori Morton Allan Patton
Altar Server Kody Giger-Bland Toby Shram Aubrey Netter
Altar Server Titus Baurer
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
PASTORAL STAFF
Pastor Fr . Ar turo Romero
Emai l : a [email protected] 503 -263 -1285
Deacon Rev. Mr . J er ry Giger
Emai l : Giger [email protected] Hispanic Ministry
Her iber to Agui la r Emai l : hagui la [email protected]
503 -263 -1292 Religious Education
Jody Patersha l l Emai l : j pa tersha l [email protected]
503 -263 -1287 Junior High/Senior High
Coordinator Frances Parker
Emai l : [email protected] 503 -263 -1288
Bookkeeper Sher ry Heid t -Gamble
she id tgamble@gmai l . com 503 -263 -1289
Administrative Assistant Debbie Newbury
[email protected] 503 -263 -1286
Prayer Needs
If you have a prayer need, please
contact Kathy Usher, 503-266-2485 after 9:00am
St. Vincent De-Paul Food Bank
Gretchen McCallum: 503-701-9135 PO Box 754,
Canby, OR 97013
BULLETIN DEADLINE
Monday Morning of each week. Please e-mail your bulletin announcement requests to [email protected]
In compliance with Archdiocesan policy and
recommendations for the preparation and
reception of the Sacraments, St. Patrick
requires that any candidate receiving the
Sacraments of Confirmation, First
Reconciliation and First Eucharist must be
actively involved in age appropriate
Religious Education for a minimum of 1 year
prior to beginning preparation for the
Sacraments. The candidates must have
regular attendance in our programs.
Additionally, it will be expected that each
candidate will continue to be involved in age
appropriate classes and regularly attend
weekend Mass during the period of Preparation
for the Sacrament.
SACRAMENT PREP POLICY
Adult Baptism Adults seeking baptism are expected to participate in the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). RCIA begins in the fall with the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation in the Spring (Easter). For information call the Office 503-266-9411
Infant Baptisms: Registered parishioners are expected to complete a Baptismal Preparation program prior to scheduling a baptism. Baptismal preparation programs are offered 3 times a year.
Marriage Policy: Please contact the Pastor at least six months prior to the wedding to ensure adequate time for these preparations.
ST. PATRICK KNIGHTS OF
COLUMBUS Council 3484 Monthly meetings held first & third Tuesdays of the month in the Multipurpose Room of the Parish Center at 7:00p.m. and the Hispanic Knights of Columbus Round Table meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00p.m.
HEARTBEATS OPTION LINES Answers the calls of women facing an unexpected
pregnancy, providing help and support, and connecting
them to their local pregnancy help organization.
24-hour Emergency Helpline 800-712-HELP (4357)
https://optionline.org.
SACRAMENTS
Sunday Religious Elementary
SACRAMENTAL PREP
Parents, please mark your calendar now! For all students receiving the
Sacrament of First Reconciliation, there will be a parent/child meeting in room
7/8 of the Parish Center from 7:00-8:00p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2019.
This meeting is mandatory for parents and children of all students who wish to
receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist this year. If
you have any questions or are unable to attend this meeting, please contact
Jody Patershall at: [email protected].
LIVING ROSARY
October is the month the church has set aside to remember the gift of prayer
through the recitation of the rosary. The children of St. Patrick’s will be
praying the rosary on October 13th at 10:00a.m. in the church. All parents and
families are invited to come and pray with us. Please join us as we honor our
Blessed Mother and pray for peace in our world.
Wednesday Night RE
SUNDAY ELEMENTARY RE ~ WEDNESDAY NIGHT RE ~ CONFIRMATION
CONFIRMATION RETREAT TO THE GROTTO
We had 32 participants attend our Confirmation Retreat on
Saturday, September 21st. It was a beautiful fall day (without a
drop of rain) that began at the parish center with games and lunch.
We then loaded the bus and headed to The Grotto for Stations of the
Cross, taking in the video of The Grotto’s history, visiting the upper
level gardens, and spending a little time in the gift shop. The group
attended Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral and stopped for pizza at
Pietro’s in Milwaukie on our way home. We are very grateful for all
the adult volunteers that make these events possible, we would like to
thank our chaperones and catechists for the trip: Andrea Ambris,
Brian and Sue Masterson, and Zach Riener. We would like to
thank Ellen Hannan for preparing our lunch and snacks and Nancy
and Joe Patton for taking our photos at the church. We would also
like to thank Mindy Ferriss for always transporting us safely and on
time.
WEDNESDAY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
We have two events for our registered youth: November 2nd we will
go to the Winterhawk hockey game at the Memorial Coliseum
and December 1st we will attend the Festival of Lights at The
Grotto. You are welcome to invite one friend to these events (guests
will need a permission form and fee to attend). Permission forms will
be available during our Wednesday evening religious education class
or by contacting Frances Parker at 503-263-1288 or
[email protected] for more information about our program.
ST. CYRIL’S WOMEN’S
FIRST SATURDAY
MORNING REFLECTION
9:30a.m.—11:30a.m.
Fireside Room in the Hall
Wilsonville, Oregon
Welcomes Michael Reinbold
presenting “The Creed—Fundamentals
of Belief. What do we believe? Why
do we believe anything?” This
presentation will focus on Sr. Joan
Chittisster’s work on the Creed and
will tie in the fundaments of belief
across cultures and belief systems.
There is no charge, however, free will
donations are accepted.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE
ENCOUNTER
Are you anxious and worried about
many things? Learn how to make Jesus
a part of your marriage and take your
worries away. The next Worldwide
Marriage Encounter Weekend is
November 8-10 at Comfort Suites in
Salem, OR. For information, please
contact Barb and Kevin Acker at 385-
319-4609, email
[email protected] or register
on line at rediscoverthespark.org.
Around the Area
Advertising Call: Debbie Newbury @ 503.263.1286
Primary Business Address
Address Line 2
Organ i zat i on BUSINESS NAME
Phone: 555-555-5555
Fax: 555-555-5555
Email: [email protected]
BUSINESS NAME
Address:
O r g a n i z a t i o n
Phone: 555-555-5555
Fax: 555-555-5555
Phone/Fax/E-mail:
Primary Business
Address
Address Line 2
Advertising Call: Debbie Newbury @ 503.263.1286
