Greetings my brothers and sisters of St. Rose of Lima parish. It's me, Marcos, the seminarian of the month, because I'm the only seminarian, so I name myself the Seminarian of the Month.
Today Friday, in the Gospel, Jesus calls Matthew and He says follow me, and then Matthew follows Jesus. How many times does Jesus calls us by our name or pretty much just says follow me? and how have we responded? Sometimes we ignore it, sometimes it's just hard to hear Jesus. It's interesting because the message after He called Matthew and they went to eat was, I desire mercy not sacrifice. He wanted people to know the meaning of that, I desire mercy not sacrifice. Mercy, let's be merciful that's what He wants that's what God wants. He wants us to be merciful to each other, to love each other; and sometimes that's hard because you need to start by loving. Not just to love as I love my shoes, or I love this flag, it's more. It's comprehending each other, it is to be patient with each other, it's just to be more for each other. It’s offering myself for the other.
Today is the first of July, crazy enough we already are in July and it's hard to understand how quick the time has gone. July 4th, Independence Day is coming, and we can go and celebrate our freedom. That reminds me of the verse in 1 Peter verse 16, it says "be free yet without using freedom as a pretext to do evil". Let's be free, let's celebrate this part of your life. Let's celebrate the freedom that we have, but let's not use that as a pretext to do evil. Sometimes we want to celebrate in our own way without being merciful to each other, without loving each other. Let's try this July, for this coming Monday let's try to celebrate thinking of each other, trying to love each other. I know some people might not like fireworks, some they love fireworks, let's try to find the middle way. Maybe we can go to a place where we can enjoy it together. Let's try to find that center where we can love each other, but at same time celebrate our freedom, always remembering that the freedom that we have and especially the freedom that we're celebrating is the freedom that we have as human beings, here on the earth.
But let's not forget about God because He gives us the real freedom, He doesn't just give us the freedom here with the human body, but He gives us even more the freedom of the Spirit. Let's be free and let's act in love because that's a real freedom. My brothers and sisters let's celebrate and let's start getting ready from today, Friday, let's start to prepare ourselves to celebrate the freedom, but the real freedom not only the one that we know of being here in the world, but also the true freedom Jesus brings. Let's celebrate that by loving each other, by being merciful to each other, because He does not want sacrifice, He wants mercy. He wants us to love each other He wants us to be patient, let's do that. Especially if you are traveling, be patient with each other. You know it's going to be traffic in the highway, you already know that there's going to be a lot of people in the stores. Let's be patient with each other, let's try to love each other, let's try to show kindness in that way. Let's try to show Jesus Christ to others to show them the freedom that we have with Jesus, the freedom that God gives us every single day and every moment.
My brothers and sisters this video is longer than usual, thank you so much for tuning in and we will see each other pretty much every day but through this platform next Friday
God Bless,
Marcos Alvarado, Seminarian
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St. Rose School Uniform Exchange
There will be a uniform exchange opportunity on Sunday 7/17 after the 10:30 mass (until 1:00 pm) in the cafeteria. Families are welcome to come and select up to 2 outfits for the upcoming school year.
There will be a uniform exchange opportunity on Sunday 7/17 after the 10:30 mass (until 1:00 pm) in the cafeteria. Families are welcome to come and select up to 2 outfits for the upcoming school year.
Free VBS July 11-15th 9-11:30 am
Trinity's 2022 Vacation Bible School
Trinity School would like to share the word of God with as many children as possible. Our parish children are invited to join. They can accommodate food allergies or restrictions.
This year stories include: Creation, Noah, David and Goliath, Fiery furnace and Jonah. These are being taught in a non denominational way. We will have a bible story station, arts and crafts, games, snacks, science (simple experiments related to our stories).
Please register by July 9th so that we can make sure we have enough supplies for crafts, handouts and snacks.
This year stories include: Creation, Noah, David and Goliath, Fiery furnace and Jonah. These are being taught in a non denominational way. We will have a bible story station, arts and crafts, games, snacks, science (simple experiments related to our stories).
Please register by July 9th so that we can make sure we have enough supplies for crafts, handouts and snacks.
Register at: www.myvbs.org/Trinityportland_2022
Coffee and Donut Ministry
Next date for Coffee & Donuts is: July 17th.
If you would like to serve as hosts, please call the parish office, or signup up on signup genius.
As we re-establish our Coffee and Donut Service after Sunday Masses all are welcome to come to the cafeteria after Mass, meet new parishioners, visit with old friends, make new friends, and have a cup of coffee and a donut.
All individuals or families are welcome to sign up to host. We are starting back in the summer with once a month, and in the fall twice a month. This is a great opportunity to give back to our community in service. School families are able to use this time as Share Hours for the upcoming school year.
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.
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.
Our Lady of Lavang, Freedom
Celebrations Schedule
Catholic Friendship Group – Singles, ages 40-60. Topic: Living the Faith While Single and Catholic. Talk and discussion led by Fr. Joshua Clifton. Friday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm. Beverages and snacks provided. St. Birgitta Catholic Church, 11820 NW St. Helens Rd., Portland. RSVP to CatholicFriendshipGroup@outlook.com
Our Lady of Peace Retreat – Beaverton
This summer join the Sisters at Our Lady of Peace for their 49th Annual Catholic Education Retreat - Summer Institute. July 10-15, 2022 The Theme: "Mystical Union with Mary"
The program features: classes daily, daily Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, Morning Prayer, Confession and time for relaxation and conversation. Enjoy classes by presenters: Fr. Jon Buffington, Catholic Convert Steve Ray and Sister Teresa Harrell, Society of Mary (Fr. John Horgan will offer one class via Zoom from Canada). Join us as a Resident (includesprivate room and all meals); Day Student (includes all classes and lunch); Virtual (includes all classes) or per day classes. The Evening Lecture Series runs Monday-Thursday from 7:15-9:15pm for $15 per class. For registration details:www.olpretreat.orgor call Sister Maria Benedicta at 503-649-7127. Our Lady of Peace Retreat is located at: 3600 SW 170th Ave., Beaverton, OR 97003. Email us at Sisters@olpretreat.org.
The program features: classes daily, daily Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, Morning Prayer, Confession and time for relaxation and conversation. Enjoy classes by presenters: Fr. Jon Buffington, Catholic Convert Steve Ray and Sister Teresa Harrell, Society of Mary (Fr. John Horgan will offer one class via Zoom from Canada). Join us as a Resident (includesprivate room and all meals); Day Student (includes all classes and lunch); Virtual (includes all classes) or per day classes. The Evening Lecture Series runs Monday-Thursday from 7:15-9:15pm for $15 per class. For registration details:www.olpretreat.orgor call Sister Maria Benedicta at 503-649-7127. Our Lady of Peace Retreat is located at: 3600 SW 170th Ave., Beaverton, OR 97003. Email us at Sisters@olpretreat.org.
Monday evening SoulCore classes will continue! SoulCore is a movement that combines core strengthening, stretching & functional exercises with the prayers of the rosary. SoulCore is an invitation to integrate body & soul in prayer, fully orienting the heart & mind toward Christ, while discovering the beauty of the rosary: A gentle path to grow in virtue, interior peace & strength.
Classes are led by school parent Michelle Call rogers.mich@gmail.com in the St. Rose Gym (enter on the corner of 54th and Alameda) from 6:30-7:30pm on Mondays. All fitness levels are welcome. Dress in comfortable clothing. Come and enjoy good fellowship, faith, and fitness. Contact Michelle to express interest and receive notifications about upcoming dates.
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
1st Eucharist: June 11: Sarah Dumbauld Kidd
Confirmation: June 11: Sarah Dumbauld Kidd
Marriage: June 24: Chau Tran & Matt Sourischone
Baptism: June 25: Eden Nguyen Tran
Baptism: June 25: Rylee Bao Nhi Nguyen
Project Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat: For some, it may seem like their abortion is an event totally left in the past, yet vast evidence and personal testimonies show that abortion has long-lasting, life-altering affects in the lives of women and men who have experienced it. To feel, deal, and heal from abortion(s), attend a life-changing Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat. Contact Project Aurora for information about the Portland retreat October 25-27 retreat. Call 541-350-6960 or email info@project-aurora.org.
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 serving in 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. For more information and to register.
CYO/Camp Howard
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