This document provides information about St. Philip Neri Parish located in Portland, Oregon. It discusses the parish's founding by the Paulist order in 1912 and commitment to welcoming all. It also lists upcoming events at the parish such as a concert, senior gathering, and Advent giving opportunities to support those in need.
This document provides information about St. Philip Neri Parish located in Portland, Oregon. It discusses the parish's founding by the Paulist order in 1912 and commitment to welcoming all. It also lists upcoming events at the parish such as a concert, senior gathering, and Advent giving opportunities to support those in need.
This document provides information about St. Philip Neri Parish located in Portland, Oregon. It discusses the parish's founding by the Paulist order in 1912 and commitment to welcoming all. It also lists upcoming events at the parish such as a concert, senior gathering, and Advent giving opportunities to support those in need.
This document provides information about St. Philip Neri Parish located in Portland, Oregon. It discusses the parish's founding by the Paulist order in 1912 and commitment to welcoming all. It also lists upcoming events at the parish such as a concert, senior gathering, and Advent giving opportunities to support those in need.
The Northwest Paulist Center For Evangelization & Reconciliation 2408 SE 16th Avenue l Portland, OR l 97214 www.stphilipneripdx.org
Parish Office 503-231-4955 l Fax 503-736-1383
Guided since our founding in 1912 by the missionary vision of the Paulists, committed to the mission of Jesus, and dedicated to be welcoming to all, we, the community of St. Philip Neri, strive to reach out, to reconcile and to promote unity for all Gods creations through worship, education, and service toward the common good.
First Sunday of Advent s November 29, 2015
A Word from Servant of God Isaac Hecker, Found of the Paulist Fathers These Institutions will place prominently before the eyes of their members their special aim: The renewal of the light of faith, the spiritual life of the faithful. They will be the first to practice what they teach to others, by the increased attention and fidelity of their members to, and their reliance for strength on, the inspirations and guidance of the Holy Spirit. [ On the Mission of New Religious Communities, 1876] If you have asked Father Hecker to pray for you or another person who is ill, and you believe something miraculous has happened, please phone Fr. Paul Robichaud, CSP, at 202-2692519 and tell him your story.
MICHAEL ALLEN HARRISON CONCERT
The 14th Annual Michael Allen Harrison concert is this
Monday, Nov. 30 at 7pm. Buy your tickets this weekend from the Altar Society. This is an important fund raiser for the Altar Society and a great way to kick off the Holiday Season. Tickets: $15 for general seating & $25 for preferred seating.
DECEMBER SENIOR GATHERING
*Field Trip! On Tuesday, Dec.1st, the Senior Group is going on a field trip to Holmans Funeral Services (SE Hawthorne, 1 -2pm. Unusual-yes. But when you are not under pressure because of grief---this is a good way to help you decide what you are looking for. Also, they have a free service for registering your death certificate information. If you are interested in this field trip please either email BarbaraH@stphilipneripdx.org or call the office by noon Monday.
CIVIL WAR BASKET RAFFLE
Thank you, thank you, thank you, to everyone who supported the Civil War basket raffle! The Altar Society made $413 which will go toward purchasing altar wine, hosts, candles, etc. The U of O supporters outsold the OSU supporters by 42 tickets. Special thanks to Tina Jarvis for the great job of making the baskets. The winners are: U of O Ducks Joanne Dindia OSU Beavers Barbara Masvidal
WERE GLAD YOU ARE HERE
If you are new to the parish, visiting from across town, across the country, or other parts of the world, welcome & you for worshiping with us! Fill out one of the Welcome Cards in the pew racks and drop it in the collection basket or give it one of the priests. Stop by after Mass and introduce If you have any questions or would like more information, please call the office, 503-231-4955.
First Sunday of Advent November 29, 2015
Pastoral Corner Greetings! Each year, the Pope selects a particular theme for the church to think about, pray about, become more aware of, and talk about as a concentrated effort for growth in our parish communities. This Jubilee Year of Mercy (50th anniversary of the closing of Vatican ll) begins December 8th. Following are some of the themes Pope Francis asks us to reflect on this year: *Jesus is the face of the Fathers mercy Jesus of Nazareth is the face of the Fathers mercyhe reveals the mercy of God by his words, actions, and person. We follow Jesus example when we open ourselves to the Fathers mercy by looking sincerely into the eyes of our brothers and sisters, including those who are denied their dignity. Personal reflection: How have you experienced the Fathers mercy in your own life? How might Jesus be calling you to look sincerely into the eyes of those who are denied their dignity? *Mercy is the beating heart of the Gospel It is absolutely essential for the Church and for the credibility of her message that she herself live and testify to mercy. Mercy is the beating heart of the Gospel. To live mercy, we must rediscover both the spiritual works of mercy and the corporal works of mercy. Personal reflection: Which spiritual works/corporal works of mercy are you especially called to practice? *Mercy demands justice True mercy, the mercy God gives to us and teaches us, demands justice, it demands that the poor find the way to be poor no longerIt asks us--- the Churchall of us, to ensure that no one ever again stand in need of a soupkitchen, of makeshift-lodgings, of a service of legal assistance in order to have his legitimate rights recognized to live and to work, to be fully a person. Personal reflection: In your own life, and in your faith community, how do you work for justice? Do you seek to address the root causes of problems that affect those who are vulnerable? And of course---Mercy should begin firstin our personal relationships with each other. Deo Gratias,
Barbara M. Harrison
ADVENT GIVING WREATH
To assist those in our parish area who are experiencing financial emergencies (food) --- the Advent Giving Wreath will be available in the foyer on the weekends of Dec.5-6, 12-13, 19-20 for your monetary donations. This is one of our primary resources for our out-reach ministry to those who are poorer than we are.
Next Sundays Readings
Second Sunday of Advent December 6, 2015 Reading 1: Baruch 5:1-9 Responsorial: Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 (3) Reading 2: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Gospel: Luke 3:1-6
MEMORIAL GARDEN Each year we celebrate the Christmas season by offering a Memorial Flower Garden. If you are interested in helping to support this effort, please put your donation in an envelope with your name written on the front as giver and the name of the person you are remembering. It can be placed in the Offertory basket, taken to the parish office or mailed.
Our food pantry is looking bare right now and more
people are coming for assistance monthly. Please remember to bring a can of chili, tuna, soup, peanut better, jam, fruit, vegetables, rice, pasta, tomato sauce, tea bags----anything will help. Also toilet paper, body soap, toothpaste.
First Sunday of Advent November 29, 2015
Saturday, November 28th: Sunday, November 29th: Monday, November 30th: Tuesday, December 1st: Wednesday, December 2nd: Thursday, December 3rd: Friday, December 4th: Saturday, December 5th: Sunday, December 6th:
8:00am Mass 4:00pm Mass 9:30am Mass 10:30am Mass 8:00am Mass 8:00am Mass 8:00am Mass 8:00am Mass 12:10pm Mass 8:00 am Mass 4:00pm Mass 9:30am Mass 10:30am Mass
Nguyen Van VInh
Mabel Mace People of St. Philip Neri Deaf Community Soo-Yang Kim & Jong-Song Lee Great Grandfather & Great Grandmother Margaret Westhusing Barney Barnes Eddy Valpiani Christopher Chang-Han Oh Mary Karvala Evans People of St. Philip Neri Deaf Community
Chapel Church Church Chapel Chapel Chapel Chapel Chapel Chapel Chapel Church Church Chapel
If you would like a Mass celebrated for you, for an anniversary of death, birthday, marriage, or other special event, please fill out a Mass Intention form (located in foyer of the Church) or call the office.
UPCOMING EVENTS: Nov. 30: 7pm, Michael Allen Harrison Concert, Church Dec. 1: 12pm, Senior Gathering Dec. 2: 7:15pm, B- Catholics, Chapel Dec. 5: 6pm, Amici dItalia Potluck, Carvlin
Parish Staff Pastor & Director of NW Paulist Center Fr. Charlie Brunick, CSP x118 frcharlie@stphilipneripdx.org Parochial Vicar Fr. Michael Evernden, CSP .x114 mecsp@mac.com Parochial Vicar Fr. Bill Edens, CSP .x113 frbill.csp@gmail.com Director of Faith Formation Barbara Harrison ...x107 barbarah@stphilipneripdx.org Business Manager Jeanne McPherson ..x103 jeannem@stphilipneripdx.org Office Manager Rose Wolfe ..x101 rosew@stphilipneripdx.org Maintenance & Grounds Ed Danila edwardd@stphilipneripdx.org
Church Cleaning, November 30-Dec. 6, Mary Schleich & Mary Kavanaugh
YEAR END GIVING
A common theme I have read in many church bulletins is that stewardship is NOT just about giving. It is also a spiritual way of living within the church community, part of discipleship and giving of our time, talent and treasure. We as a parish have been very fortunate over the years with the amount of time that has been put into fundraisers, childrens liturgy, cleaning the church and numerous other activities. This is very much appreciated. As we will have celebrated Thanksgiving with our families and friends, we all have blessings in our lives. We can share our blessings with our parish community and one example of this is to provide a year-end gift to the parish. There are many ways to accomplish this. The Archdioceses Stewardship and Development office is very helpful in assisting with year-end and Estate/Planned Giving. Please consider a year-end gift at this time, no matter the amount, as every gift helps St. Philip Neri parish. With the year- end closely approaching, it is always beneficial to review your expenditures for tax purposes as there are ways to give and you can benefit from the gift, a win-win for both the donor and the parish. For more information, you can speak with Fr. Charlie or contact Jeanne at the office, 503-231-4955, ext. 103. Thank you for your consideration and for all that you do for the parish. As each one has received
a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of Gods varied grace. (1 Peter 4:10)
ADVENT PAJAMA COLLECTION
We are asking the Preschool and CLW families to send a pair of pj's to class with each child during Advent. Other parishioners are welcome to donate as well -- a donation box will be set up in the church lobby. Read more about this program at http://www.handsonportland.org/Holiday_Volunteering or ask Cynthia Wong at cynwong54@yahoo.com, 503-608-2981. Thanks for your generosity to those in need. Sizes needed: Infant & toddler sizes 0-3 months to 6T (toddler) Children 7-16 or XS-XXL Women XS-XXL Men XS-XXL
