Good to see everybody last week at the fish BBQ. Just so good to be together have conversations, casual fun events we need to reunite our bonds of community. Thank you to everybody who came and thank you especially to all of those who did so much hard work to put it on. Thanks to Joe and Anne Manning, Joe VanHaverbeke, Mark Pinder, Lisa Brady, Lourdes Pinder, Phill Colombo, Mike McDougall, Rosemary Hamilton, Megan Schuver, and everybody who did so much to make it possible. See a more detailed list below thanking all our volunteers and donors. Thank you for that great gift.
Today, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, right after the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, and so I'm here at our National Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows, The Grotto. I couldn't not come here and pray for you all today, our parish community. I invite you this week as a sign of union and communion in prayer, and in this spiritual communion in the body of Christ, to pray for all those who are suffering. There are people suffering physically through sickness or injury and not being able to do what they used to do. There is also emotional and spiritual suffering that we have in our lives, pray for that, because that is a kind of hidden suffering, like an interior bleeding. A kind of situation or somebody's heart is just pierced and can't figure out what's wrong on the outside because it's hidden on the inside. Our Blessed Mother knew this suffering and invites you to take your sorrows to her sorrowful heart.
You can see that type of suffering in the image of the Pieta. The Blessed Mother is arched over the hurting body of her Son, the broken body of her Son. Let's ask our Blessed Mother whose heart was pierced, but who stood by the cross never wavering because she knew the power of the resurrection even in the sorrow of the cross.
May almighty God bless you and keep you united in your body, mind, and spirit with one another and with His Son, Jesus.
God Bless You,
Fr. Matt
We will livestream this weekend's 10:30am Mass so that we can all share in the blessing of Catechists.
Fish BBQ Thanks !
Thank you to our dedicated, committed, generous crew of volunteers headed by Joe Manning, who worked tirelessly for the last 6 months planning, organizing, meeting, and then facilitating our Annual Fish BBQ event. The team of parishioners who worked to make this happen are: Joe Manning, Ann Manning, Joe VanHaverbeke, Megan Schuver, Lisa Brady, Mike McDougall, Rosemary Hamilton, Stephanie Piering, Mark Pinder, Mike Pinder, Lourdes Pinder, Phill Colombo, Brian & Kyra Thompson, Patsy Lee, Mai Lan Tran, Natalie Martin, Therese Ruesink, Angie Godfrey, Lori Bennett, Kellie, Matt, Clara & Evan Foster, Elizabeth Tran, Mya Tran, Cynthia Bohan, Cynthia Malen, Dennis Suber, Krissy Darmody, Lucy Darmody, Nicholas Giuliano, Barb Fisher & her crew of students, and .... to our gentlemen Knights of Columbus and the crew of students assisting them.
Thank you to our generous Donors : Paul & John Kern, Botsworth & Goodfellow Inc. (Watermelons), Joe VanHaverbeke, Franz Bakery - buns (Brigit (Paugh) Knapp), Thang Tran (Martin Tran Photography), Linda Strange & Family, Maria Phan (Pho Gia), Harley Talkington, Scot & Sue Lawrence, Pat Hufford, Irene Hammock family, Frank & Brigit Rego, Steve & Nellie Malany, Steve & Linda Fischer, Debbie Gold, Pat Bellamah, Benedictine Brewery of Mt. Angel, Eric Bennett, Michael & Lisa Brady, Brigittine Monastery Monk of Amity, Broadway Cigar Compay, BSA Scout Troop 100, Bob Burtchaell, Jim & Mary Christianson, Todd Cooper, Sara Dyer, Barb Fisher, Ralph & Angie Godfrey, Todd Goodrich, Mark Gravengaard, Rosemary Hamilton, Jeff Hinkelman, Laurelwood Brewpub, Joe & Anne Manning, Brian McMenamin, Mike & Tracey McDougall, Siri & Sons Farms, Stephanie Piering, Mark & Karen Pinder, Mary Beth Pinder, Trappist Monks of Our Lady OFL, Guadalupe Abbey, Carlton, OR, Jessie Wimer & St. Rose School faculty, Zenner's Sausages, Mike Concherttal and their guys at Zenners.
Catechetical Sunday, 18 September (This Sunday) will be celebrated at the 10:30 am Mass followed by a coffee and donut celebration
In gratitude and appreciate we invite our formal Catechists
RCIA: Kathie Castricano, Pat Bellamah, Phill Colombo, Jamie Snell
RCIC: Lydia Villegas
1st Reconciliation/1st Communion: Michelle Call, Kellie Foster
Children's Ministry Coordinator: Linda Kunrath
Children's Liturgy: Sr. Mary, Sr. Emiliana
Confirmation: Carolyn Rich, Marianne Kelly
St. Rose School Teachers
All Parents
Why do we celebrate Catechetical Sunday?
In 1935, the Vatican published On the Better Care and Promotion of Catechetical Education, a document that asks every country to acknowledge the importance of the Church’s teaching ministry and to honor those who serve the Christian community as catechists. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has designated the third Sunday in September as Catechetical Sunday.
Those whom the community has designated to serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.
What Does the Word “Catechetical” Mean?
The word might be more familiar than you think. Many Catholics have used the word "catechism" for years, and they know it has something to do with the compendium of the Church's teachings. The root word, "catechesis," is from a Greek word meaning "to echo, or resound." Catechesis is the act of resounding or bringing the Church's teachings to the world. A catechist is one who teaches in the name of the Church.
Why do we have a special day set aside to commission catechists?
Catechesis is a distinct and special ministry in the Church. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church makes clear, “Catechesis is intimately bound up with the whole of the Church’s life . . . her inner growth and correspondence with God’s plan depend essentially on catechesis” (no. 7). This ministry of teaching in the name of the Church has a profound dignity, which is why catechists are formally commissioned by the Church. It is only fitting that we set aside a day to highlight this ministry and invite the entire church community to think about our responsibility to share our faith with others.
How are parents, the primary catechists of their children, recognized on Catechetical Sunday?
Parents are truly the primary catechists of their children. They prepare the soil and plant the first seeds of faith. On Catechetical Sunday, we not only highlight the work of catechists in parishes and schools, but we also commend parents and guardians and encourage them to take seriously their role of making their Catholic households a place where faith is passed on to the next generation. This is why the rite of blessing of catechists used on Catechetical Sunday includes an optional blessing of parents and guardians.
2022 Seminarian Appeal Next weekend,
9/24 & 9/25/22
Most parishioners will receive a mailing from the Archdiocese within the next few days for the 2022 Seminarian Appeal. There will also be envelopes available on the counter in the back of church if you want to take one and bring back next weekend. Appeal funds are used to help fund seminarian education and formation for seminarians sponsored by the Archdiocese of Portland. The theme of the 2022 Seminarian Appeal is, We have a Mission. As you consider your support of our Archdiocese seminarians, please reflect on Isaiah 6: 8-9, “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?” “Here I am,” I said; “send me!” And he replied: Go and say to this people...” In this short but profound verse from Isaiah we can see three distinct actions. First, the Lord asks a question, “who will it be?” Then a brave man being open to the voice of the Lord answers, “send me”, then finally God commissions this man to “Go” to his people. For a seminarian, many are surprised to discover that from the beginning to the end of these three distinct actions it often requires seven to nine years of study and formation in the seminary until you are ordained and sent to serve in the Archdiocese of Portland. Remembering the value of the priesthood in your own sacramental life, please pray for our seminarians and please give generously to their education and formation through the Seminarian Appeal.
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion
Classes begin Sunday, September 18th. Classes will be held on Sundays after the 10:30am Mass from 11:45am - 12:30pm for parents and kids to attend together. If you have a child entering second grade or higher who is interested in receiving these sacraments, please register by September 11th. Please feel free to contact
Michelle Call or Kellie Foster at 1streconcile1stcomm@strosepdx.org with any questions.
We are praying for you!
Register HERE :
Payment HERE:
Calendar for First Reconciliation HERE:
Confirmation Update
New news: The Sacrament of Confirmation is open to 7th-12th graders!
We are blessed to have Carolyn Rich offering her skills and experience in youth ministry to our parish this year. Gatherings will take place about once a month on Sundays from after the 10:30am Mass to 3:30pm with lunch provided.
We are blessed to have Carolyn Rich offering her skills and experience in youth ministry to our parish this year. Gatherings will take place about once a month on Sundays from after the 10:30am Mass to 3:30pm with lunch provided.
Our first gathering will be for parents and candidates on 9 Oct at 11:30am.
There will be time for meeting, questions and beginning our preparation for this wonderful Sacrament. Please register below, or contact the parish office with any questions (dcooper@strosepdx.org). More info to follow.
Please register here:
Coffee and Donuts Ministry
Our next Coffee & Donuts is Sunday,
September 18th.
Thank you Natalie Martin for hosting the 18th, if you would like to help Natalie, please sign up.
As we re-establish our Coffee and Donuts Service after Sunday Masses all are welcome to come to the cafeteria after Sunday morning Masses, 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 have started back this 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.
If you would like to serve as hosts, please call the parish office, or signup up on signup genius.
Are you looking for a way to be more involved at St. Rose? an opportunity to volunteer ?
You are needed
There are many ways to serve and join in as an active participant in our community.
Here are a few ways to serve:
·Reader at Mass
·EM for distributing Communion
·St. Vincent de Paul
·Coffee and Donuts
·Youth Ministry
·Children’s Liturgy of the Word
·1st Reconciliation / 1st Communion
Preparation
. Confirmation Preparation
·Flowers (Altar Guild)
·Usher
Please pray and give some thought to serving in any area of interest to you.
We will provide training as needed. Please call the parish office or email dcooper@strosepdx.org
Child Protection Mandatory Online Training -- For Clergy, Employees
and Church and School Volunteers
Volunteer Training: SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Here are the 2022-23 Requirements for Volunteers. Creating a Safe Environment (CASE) training is a one time in person training required of all volunteers working with minors. *SCHOOL Share hours are given for any time spent on required training. Fall training dates @ St Rose:
- Tuesday, 9/27, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
- Thursday, 10/20, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
- Friday, 10/21, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Email Mrs. Mary Randazzo to sign-up.
CYO Kick-Off at St. Rose
We are excited to partner with CYO to bring sports to St. Rose School students and parishioners of St. Rose! Here is more information about how to get involved with CYO! Swimming is a very popular opportunity at St. Rose and registration opens soon!
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.
"Mary arose and went with haste.”
(Lk 1:39)
(Lk 1:39)
World Youth Day is an opportunity for encounter with our Lord and transformation of our hearts.
The theme for World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal is one of boldness and courage.
The Truth and message of the Gospel is one that leads us to respond to the call Christ has placed on our hearts. Will we choose to live radically and say “yes” to this call? Will we allow Christ to transform our life? If you’re a young adult of the Archdiocese, will you choose to follow Christ without hesitation and courageously share the Gospel?
The Truth and message of the Gospel is one that leads us to respond to the call Christ has placed on our hearts. Will we choose to live radically and say “yes” to this call? Will we allow Christ to transform our life? If you’re a young adult of the Archdiocese, will you choose to follow Christ without hesitation and courageously share the Gospel?
Your “yes” to Christ and decision to join the Archdiocese on this pilgrimage is one that will have a lasting mark on your heart and life. Your decision to live witness to the Gospel is how a generation and generations to come are changed.
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.
Come pray with us! Join us for the 16th Annual Rosary Bowl NW
– A Marian and Eucharistic Celebration: Saturday, October 1st from 9am-3pm at the East Salem Community Center.
Join us on Sat., Oct. 1, 2022
Join us on Sat., Oct. 1, 2022
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Annointing of the Sick * Reconciliation
September
WorldWide MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER:
“Let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.” Learn to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus in your marriage on the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on November 18-20 at Mt. Angel Abby, in Mt. Angel Oregon. To apply for YOUR WWME Experience or search other dates go to rediscoverthespark.org. For information about WWME call 503-704-0836 or by email at reservations@rediscoverthespark.org
“Let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.” Learn to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus in your marriage on the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on November 18-20 at Mt. Angel Abby, in Mt. Angel Oregon. To apply for YOUR WWME Experience or search other dates go to rediscoverthespark.org. For information about WWME call 503-704-0836 or by email at reservations@rediscoverthespark.org
Catholic Friendship Group - Singles, ages 40-60. Eucharistic Adoration followed by a talk and discussion led by Fr. Joshua Clifton. Next topic: The Apostolic Fathers. Our group continues to grow! Come join us for our next gathering. Friday, September 23rd. NEW START TIME: 6:30pm-8:00pm. Visit www.catholicfriendshipgroup.com for more details. Location: St. Birgitta Catholic Church, 11820 NW St. Helens Rd, Portland. RSVP to: CatholicFriendshipGroup@outlook.com
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.
Is God Calling you to be a Sister? Do you wonder what being a Sister is all about? Come & See! The Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul invite you to join us for a Religious Vocation Discernment Retreat in the Bay Area Sept. 30 – Oct. 2, 2022. For Single Catholic Women ages 18-40. FOR DETAILS: Sr. Lisa Laguna, D.C./650-949-8890/213-210 9903/ srllaguna@doc1633.org/ www.Daughters-Of-Charity.com
