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The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 22, 2017

St. Francis Catholic Church & School 15651 SW Oregon St, Sherwood, OR 97140 503-625-6185 stfrancissherwood.org

Saturday Vigil 5:30 pm Sunday 8:00 am 10:30 am & 5:00 pm

For daily Mass schedule see the Parish Calendar inside the bulletin.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday 5:00 -5:45 pm Saturday 4:00 -5:00 pm and by appointment

Perpetual Adoration 24 hours a day in the Chapel

Parish Rosary 4th Thursday 7:00 pm

Mass

Schedule

Parish Mission Statement Jesus calls us to conversion and discipleship. Because we believe in Jesus, we the St. Francis Parish Family minister to each other and to the larger community in

holiness and justice. Our celebration of the sacraments helps us to be Spirit-filled and challenges us to enable each person, each family and the parish and

world communities to promote the kingdom of God every day.

Pastoral and School Staff

Administrator Fr. James Herrera 503-625-6185 frjamesherrera@gmail.com

Pastoral Assistant Deacon Bill Bloudek 503-625-6185 bill@stfrancissherwood.org

Parish Secretary Mimi Urmini 503-625-6185 church@stfrancissherwood.org

Business Manager Sheila Polowicz 503-625-6185 sheila@stfrancissherwood.org

Faith Formation Coordinator Violet Franco 503-625-6187 violet@stfrancissherwood.org

High School Ashley Ludwig 503-625-6185 ashley@stfrancissherwood.org

Care Ministry Coordinator Jennifer Mirek 503-625-6185 jennifer@stfrancissherwood.org

Social Action/Middle School Anna Wilson 503-625-7067 anna@stfrancissherwood.org

Music Coordinator Angele Rogers 503-603-0120 church@stfrancissherwood.org

Adult Faith Formation & RCIA Linda Blackwood 503-625-6185 linda@stfrancissherwood.org

Wedding & Rental Coordinator Susan Ludwig 503-998-7085 touch.of.love@comcast.net

Maintenance Dave Cookson 503-625-6185 church@stfrancissherwood.org

School Principal Kimberly Fadden 503-625-0497 kimberly.fadden@stfrancissherwoodschool.org

School Secretary Gretchen Brown 503-625-0497 gretchen.brown@stfrancissherwoodschool.org

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Readers Ushers Servers

Saturday 5:30 pm Mass Thomas Hefner Jeff Dennison Gabrielle Morrow

Julie Hefner Joe Corello Derek Yau

Thomas Bui Sunday 8:00 am Mass Tim Burke Marilyn Sykes Megan Allen

Jerry Grondin Linda Shannon Samuel Cowan Angelina Miller

Sunday 10:30 am Mass

2 School Youth KC Wilson Oliver Fisher

Carmela Valdez

Jonah Raleigh

Sunday 5:00 pm Mass

Irene George Carlota Delos Reyes Eleanor Snyder

Allen George Manny Delos Reyes Amelia Snyder

Gwenyth Snyder

Monday, January 23 12:05 pm Mass (An End to Abortion) Chapel 1:30 pm Senior Study Group P.C. Tuesday, January 24 12:05 pm Mass (Kirsi Corrado+) Chapel 7:00 pm RCIA P.C. Wednesday, January 25 8:30 am School Mass (Dorothy Sussman+) Church 9:00 am Quilting Old Hall 9:00 am Food Pantry/Clothes Closet Old Hall 5:00 pm Food Pantry/Clothes Closet Old Hall 5:00 pm Reconciliation Chapel 6:00 pm Mass (Ralph Bertrand+) Chapel 6:30 pm Middle School Youth Group P.C. 7:00 pm Combined Choir Rehearsal Church 7:00 pm Quest P.C. Thursday, January 26 8:30 am Mass (Lives Lost to Abortion) Chapel 9:00 am Food Pantry/Clothes Closet Old Hall 9:30 am Quest P.C. 2:30 pm Red Cross Blood Drive P.C. 7:00 pm Parish Rosary Chapel 7:30 pm K of C Officers Meeting Old Hall Friday, January 27 8:30 am Mass (Arnold Mausser+) Chapel Saturday, January 28 – Anniversary Blessings 1:00 pm Couples for Christ P.C. 4:00 pm Reconciliation Chapel 5:30 pm Mass (Elwood Ostrom+) Church Sunday, January 29 – Anniversary Blessings 8:00 am Mass (Mimi Urmini) Church 9:15 am Elementary Faith Formation School 9:45 am Rosary/Chaplet of Divine Mercy Chapel 10:30 am Mass (Lives Lost to Abortion) Church 10:30 am Children’s Liturgy of the Word P.C. 10:30 am Preschool Faith Formation P.C. 5:00 pm Mass (People of the Parish) Church 5:00 pm Hope Diner – St Francis Team 6 Old Hall 5:00 pm Hope Shelter Old Hall 6:30 pm Confirmation Class P.C.

Parish Calendar

If you are unavailable for your scheduled time,

please find a replacement Minister or Coffee Host.

Coffee Social Hosts - January 29

8:00 am Mass – The Rosal Family

10:30 am Mass – The Espinoza & Valladares

Families

Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 Psalm 146:6-7, 8-9, 9-10 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 Matthew 5:1-12a

Next Sunday's Readings

Liturgical Ministers - January 28 & 29

Financial News

Received Giving Target

1/14 & 1/15 $8,325.55 $12,814.25

Year to date $316,643.87 $371,613.25

Archdiocesan Loan Balance $152,004.82

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From the desk of Father James

Thankfully after all that snow, some good old Oregon rain came and melted it away. Hopefully we will resume the normal Oregon winter wetness. While the rain may not be everyone’s cup of tea, at least it is something that we are a bit more familiar with. On Monday of this past week, I was at home and I came across a Facebook post from someone at the parish where I was a Deacon. She had lost her husband last year to cancer and Monday was his birthday. They were very close and she is still mourning his loss. She also is facing an upcoming surgery and was in a great deal of pain. She was picking up a few things in the grocery store and there happened to be two young men behind her, each with just a few items. She offered to each of them that they could go ahead of her. Only one took her up on the offer. When she reached the checker after the young man had finished ahead of her, the clerk gave her $50 that the man had left for her in thanks for letting him go ahead. She mentioned that she thanked God for that young man and prayed that he would somehow know that he had made such an impact on this elderly lady’s day. It was as if her own husband had been watching over her. Maybe he was. I share this story because it shows us a very real and concrete way that we can affect other people each day when we do kind deeds such as leaving $50 for an old lady that let us cut ahead in line so that we can go about our busy day. I know we can’t all afford to be giving away $50 every time we go to the store. But how much does it cost to smile at someone as they pass us by as we are going into the store. How can you change the life of another this week by sharing God’s goodness and His love in a very concrete way? Additionally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank those that helped to make our sidewalks and parking a little less treacherous last weekend. We were able to have all of our Masses and I don’t believe there were any falls or accidents (at least at the time of this writing). I also want to share with you that The School Advisory Council is starting to plan for the 2017-18 school year. In the com-ing week a team of school parents will be calling parishioners who have school aged children to tell you a little about their school experience and invite you to the upcoming Open House on January 29 after the 10:30 am Mass. Please take a few minutes and listen to why they believe a Christ-centered education, in a safe caring environment, is an integral part of their children’s development. Also, I want to extend the invitation to the school’s Open House to all the parishioners here at St. Francis. So many of you have supported our school so much during the building of the school; and the gym and library. Yet I know not every-one has had the opportunity to check the school out. Please come by and see what great things that we are able to do here at St. Francis and the Light of Christ that is able to be fostered to burn so brightly within each of our students.

In the Spirit of St. Francis…

In the Spirit of St. Francis...THANK YOU!

To Madeleine Clancy for laundering the altar linens for the month of December.

To everyone who provided baby/toddler items and placed them under the Advent Giving Tree and filled the bassinet.

To all who donated Box Tops to St Francis School for which the school received $353.10.

St. Francis Catholic Church is seeking a part time accompanist to play for weekend Masses, funerals and weddings.

Primary responsibilities include: Accompaniment for 1-2 weekend Masses regularly Available to share accompaniment duties for wed-

dings, funerals and additional Holy Day liturgies Accompaniment for weekly choir practice Assist Music Coordinator as needed

The ideal candidate will: Be proficient in playing piano, sight reading Be experienced in accompaniment of choir and con-

gregational singing Have knowledge of Catholic Liturgy Be able to successfully complete a background

check

For more details or to submit a resume, contact Sheila Polowicz, Business Manager:

sheila@stfrancissherwood.org

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CATHOLICS CAN COME HOME Have you been away from the Church but

feel as if you are being called home? Were you raised as a Catholic but

do not come to Mass or seldom come? Do you feel separated from the Church

because you feel that you don’t know what is going on?

Are you thinking about rekindling your participation in the Catholic Church

and your relationship with Jesus?

We are here to welcome you home! Listening sessions are scheduled for

February 2, 9, 16, 23, and March 2, and 9 in the parish center at 7:00 pm

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Anna Wilson - 503-625-7067 Old Hall - 503-625-1263

anna@stfrancissherwood.org Food Pantry Hours:

Wed & Thur 9:00 am—11:00 am and Wed 5:00 pm—7:00 pm

Pantry Needs: Toilet paper, paper towels, laundry de-tergent, dish soap. Hope Diner: A place for people hungry for food and friendship, Sundays - 5:00 pm at the Old Hall. All are welcome. Hosts: St Francis Team 3 Hope Shelter guests for 1/15/17: 30 Volunteer needs: We will be needing volunteers for the upcoming blood drive. Duties will include working the canteen (were those who have donated go to refuel) and someone to help with check-in. If you are interest-ed contact Anna in the parish office. ST. FRANCIS RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE This Thursday, January 26, St. Francis will be hosting our winter Red Cross Blood Drive. It will be held in the parish center from 2:30 pm - 7:30 pm. If you would like to participate please sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code: StFran-cisCatholic.

CALLING ALL WOMEN OF ST. FRANCIS

This is your opportunity to join women of the parish who have similar interests and needs in the continuing development of our

Catholic Faith. Yolanda McVicker will facilitate a group based on Jane Aus-

ten’s work, Mansfield Park, exploring the Catholic teachings woven into

the fabric of the novel. Linda Blackwood will facilitate an afternoon group

exploring our Catholic beliefs and Tradition using approved sources.

An evening group is also in the planning stages. Call the parish office for more information -

503-625-6185

PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER JOINING ONE OF THESE GROUPS,

OR GET YOUR FRIENDS TOGETHER AND FORM A PER-

SONALLY-TAILORED GROUP. Wherever two or three are gathered in My name, there I am in

their midst.

Care Ministry

Fraud Prevention - Protecting Older Adults

Thursday, February 2, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Sherwood Police Department, Community Room 20495 SW Borchers Drive Sherwood, OR Faith in Action and Elders in Action are offering a free class in collaboration with the Oregon Attorney General's Office. This class looks at common types of fraud com-mitted against older adults, warning signs of fraudulent behavior, and how older adults can protect themselves against fraud. Space is limited, so RSVP soon! Please contact Lisa McGuigan at lisa.mcguigan@providence.org or 503-537-1549.

Strong For Life Classes: Volunteers needed!

Are you interested in helping seniors maintain health, bal-ance, strength and stability? St. Francis is hoping to host Strong For Life classes, in conjunction with Providence Medical Center, and are looking for volunteers to help teach the class. This class is offered free to any adult age 60 and over in our community. Our target time and days would be Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the mid to late morning. Training and support is provided by Provi-dence. Please contact Jennifer Mirek in the parish office to talk further about this wonderful opportunity to support our community's seniors with fellowship and healthy life skills.

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Please call the Parish office to see how you can help

with one of the following needs:

Immediate Need:

Volunteers are needed to help with the 2015 Parish

Photo Directory. There is an informational meeting the

week of July 6. Contact Mimi in the Office.

The Catholic Bishops in the United States have declared Monday, January 23 as a day of Prayer and Penance for Life (because January 22 falls on a Sunday). They want this designated day to be observed by penance for violations of the dignity of the human person through abortion, and prayer for a restoration of the right to life for all people. They encourage everyone, if possible, to attend Holy Mass and to offer prayers and acts of pen-ance on this tragic 44th anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade decision. Sunday, January 22 Where All Are Welcomed and Loved With Mercy - Day 679 “Today we are suffering from a crisis which is not only about the just manage-ment of economic resources, but also about concern for human resources, for the needs of our brothers and sis-ters living in extreme poverty, and especially for the many children in our world lacking adequate education, health care and nutrition.” Pope Francis

Respect Life

Catholic Corner

Is the use of extraordinary means ever obliga-tory? Extraordinary means are to be taken when the person is very necessary to his family, the Church or society. St. Paul Family Catechism, 683 Next Week: May a person ever risk his own life or health?

Stephen Ministry

It’s YOUR Ministry! Stephen Ministry is YOUR ministry. It is an important way we at St. Francis Church care for one another. If you are going through a difficult time, consider having a Stephen Minister. If you know someone else who is facing difficulties, suggest that they request a Stephen Minis-ter. Make use of it. Stephen Ministry belongs to you!

ST. FRANCIS School SHERWOOD

Consider St. Francis. Our students

consistently rank in the top 75% of the nation in both math and read-ing*. But that’s only part of what we consider success. We educate our students in a Christ-centered environ-ment that develops intelligent, moral, spiritual, well-rounded and remarka-ble people.

PLEASE COME TO OUR

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, January 29 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Learn more about our won-derful school and inviting

community. Ask questions of

faculty and staff. Tours guided by stu-

dents, PSO members and parents. No regis-

tration required.

*Based on STAR™ 360 test

Kimberly Fadden, Principal

(503) 625-0497

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Announcements

Happening this Week:

There will be a Knights of Columbus breakfast after the morning Masses this Sunday, January 22.

Please be sure to check the website and Facebook for Mass cancellations due to poor weather conditions. St. Francis Church and School go by the Sherwood and Tigard/Tualatin School Districts for closures and late starts when school is in session. This applies to the parish office, daily Mass and the school.

This Thursday, January 26, St. Francis will be hosting our winter Red Cross Blood Drive. It will be held in the parish center from 2:30 pm - 7:30 pm. If you would like to participate please sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code: StFrancisCatholic.

This weekend we will have a collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign. This campaign connects people with Christ, here and around the world in developing countries, through the internet, television, radio and print media. Your support helps spread the gospel message! Envelopes can be found in the narthex and church entrances.

Out of Parish:

Sign up now & participate in the USCCB's Nine Days for Life Novena on January 21 - 29. If you get started late it's okay. Go to 9daysforlife.com to download a free mobile app or novena, sign up for daily emails or text messages, or discover many other ways you can participate!

The Knights of Columbus and Respect Life Committee will be having Stations of the Cross for the Victims of Abortion: Fridays in the Month of January; Stations immediately follow the 8:30 am Mass at the memorial cross area on our parish property. Hope you will consider joining us in reparation for the lives lost to abortion.

St. Francis School Fundraiser! Join us this Monday, January 23 at the Sherwood Old Spaghetti Factory any-time from 11:30am to 9pm and St. Francis School will receive 20% of the sales! This is a fantastic way to con-nect with friends and family while supporting our school so plan your group now! Flyer is required and is availa-ble in the church or school office and online via FB or SchoolSpeak!

MARRIED COUPLES “He said to them, ‘Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.’ At once they left their nets and followed him.” Let us answer God’s call to make our marriages the best they can be by attend-ing a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on February 17 - 19, at Mt. Angel Abbey or March 31 - April 2, at Powell Butte Retreat Center near Bend Oregon. For more information apply on-line at www.rediscoverthespark.org or call 503-853-2758. Additional dates and locations are listed on-line.

Join the Marian Missionaries of Divine Mercy for an inspiring Mercy & Mary Retreat, featuring bestselling author and speaker Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC. The retreat is at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Beaverton on Feb-ruary 10-12. Register now and save! Special rate good through Friday, January 20. Retreat includes: five con-ferences with Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, all meals, daily Mass, Rosary, and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Adoration and Benediction, book signing with Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, social hour hosted by the Marian Missionaries and much more! Last day to register is Tuesday, January 31.

Parish Announcements:

Liturgical Ministers are asked to contact the parish office before Wednesday, February 1 with your non-availability dates for the next period, March through May. This includes Ash Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday.

Congratulations to St. Francis 7th & 8th Grade Girls for winning the CYO Volleyball City Championship for the 3rd year in a row! Way to go girls! Go Wolves!

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