Good morning,
It’s dawn, and whatever cameras can pick up, it's never as good as what our eyes see; it's calm it's still cool and crisp, birds are coming to life, and the sun is rising in the sky.
This morning brings to mind the verse from Lamentations: Chapter 3 verses 21 and following. “But this I will call to mind; as my reason to have hope: the favors of the Lord are not exhausted, his mercies are not spent, they are renewed each morning -- so great is his faithfulness. My portion is the Lord says my soul; therefore, I will hope in him.” The mercies of the Lord are not exhausted, they're new, renewed each morning.
I want to give that as a gift to you today to maybe foster your prayer, to bring those hard things to the Lord as we begin this month of June. The month that Pope Francis is asking us to pray for the family. Pray the family would be strong in this month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus; the month where many of our kids here at our school but also high schools and colleges are graduating, and maybe there's some hiccups in our life, but I would call this as my reason to have hope. The mercies of the Lord are not exhausted they are renewed every morning. I hope you get to experience this sunrise.
God bless you,
Fr. Matt
Schedule Updates
Adoration: Deacon Brian will hold Friday Adoration / Exposition from 7-9pm on June 3 and June 10
As the Easter Season comes to an end, you are invited to continue with morning prayer and adoration (without exposition) in the church, which will be unlocked for prayer by 7am Tuesday-Sunday. However, at this time, this will not include morning exposition.
Confession: There will be no Confession before daily Mass while Fr. Matt is away June 2-10
Confession will be available at 4pm on Saturday, June 4 and at 7:30am on Sunday June 5
Ordination Mass will be live-streamed on the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi Page. And Fr. Adrian's First Mass of Thanksgiving can be see on Immaculate Conception Parish Facebook Page.
SVdP FOOD PANTRY INFO
Want to donate food? Specific needs this week include:
- Canned meals and soups with pull tops
- Shelf stable milk
- Bathroom Tissue
A collection barrel has been placed in the narthex/Alameda entrance of the church. There are also bins in the small parking lot at these times:
- Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm
- Wednesdays, 10-12:00pm
- Fridays, 8-10:00am
Need help? If you need food, rent, or utilities assistance, please call the Portland Council Emergency Services clearinghouse (503-235-8431) to get to our SVdP.
Have time to volunteer? If you are able to volunteer please contact Karen Pinder directly.
Peter's Pence 2nd Collection
Last weekend was the Peter's Pence Collection, a worldwide collection that supports the work of the Universal Church, including the work of the Holy See and the charitable works of Pope Francis. Take this opportunity to join with Pope Francis and be a sign of mercy to our suffering brothers and sisters. Please be generous today. For more information, visit www.usccb.org/peters-pence.
It is not too late to give. Collection envelopes are on the pamphlet display located by the parish office. Or you can donate directly here at:
The Holy See can receive donations directly at www.peterspence.va.
Helping the People of Ukraine
In encouragement of our community joining in prayer and support of our brothers and sisters in Ukraine caught in the crisis of war, the Archdiocese of Portland has compiled a list of organizations and local parishes working to help those in need.
RENT/MORTGAGE RELIEF AVAILABLE
Thanks to very generous donations within our community, we have a COVID-19 Relief Fund to help parishioners severely impacted by the pandemic and resulting economic conditions. Please complete this form to apply for assistance. Contact the parish office (503.281.5318) with any questions.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Group Starting Soon
A few people have recently expressed an interest in formally becoming Catholic at St. Rose. To serve this need we will be starting up a new RCIA group in July. If you, or someone you know, might be interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith, please have them call Dianna in the parish office to express interest or find out further information.
ROSARY AFTER DAILY MASS
All are invited to pray the rosary after the 8:00am Mass each weekday. Feel free to join in the chapel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and in the church on Thursdays and Fridays.
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Baptism * Eucharist * Confirmation * Holy Orders * Matrimony *
Annointing of the Sick * Reconciliation
June 2022
Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer at St. Rose?
Currently we are working on reorganizing and scheduling our Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Eucharist. You are needed!
As you know, we are not receiving from the Cup at this time, however, for weekend Masses, it will be helpful for Fr. Matt if we have two additional EMs to assist with distribution of communion.
As you know, we are not receiving from the Cup at this time, however, for weekend Masses, it will be helpful for Fr. Matt if we have two additional EMs to assist with distribution of communion.
Please pray and give some thought to returning to this vital role and ministry.
We will schedule a reorientation for anyone who has previously served in this ministry or a training if you have not. If you have not served as an Extraordinary Minister at Mass, but would like to get more information about this ministry, please call the parish office or email dcooper@strosepdx.org
Quo Vadis Days 2022 All Catholic young men ages 15-18! Do you know where you are going in life? The Lord Jesus has a great plan for you! You are invited to attend Quo Vadis Days to spend some time with other young men your age looking at the Lord’s call in your life while having a great time. Quo Vadis Days is sponsored by the Office of Vocations and is led by priests and seminarians of the Archdiocese of Portland. Quo Vadis Days will be held from August 1 – 4, 2022 at Father Bernard Youth Center in Mount Angel. The cost is $150.00. Scholarships are available for those in financial need. Please visit https://archdpdxvocations.org/vocation- event/quo-vadis-days/ for more information and to register.
Great memories are made at Camp Howard!
New parent volunteer program this summer that allows parents to volunteer for a week at camp and earn a $500 camp scholarship. We are taking applications for summer staff, too. Learn more and register your campers online at: www.cyocamphoward.org.
CYO/Camp Howard
Spring is here and it's time to turn our attention to making summer plans. A week at Camp Howard provides campers an opportunity to create new friendships and experience fun outdoor activities in a faith-centered environment. Registration for Summer 2022 has already begun and sessions are selling out fast. Make your plans now for a fun summer ahead!
Online registration at www.cyocamphoward.org
Camp Howard Open House
Sunday, June 26th from 2 PM to 5 PM
Bring your family and tour Camp Howard. Learn about our summer programs, see inside our cabins, and enjoy refreshments in our dining hall. Talk with the staff and get your questions answered.