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St. Philip Neri
Parish


The Northwest Paulist Center
for Evangelization & Reconciliation

2408 SE 16
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Avenue | Portland, OR |97214-5334
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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 reac
out, to reconcile and to promote unity for all Gods creation throug
worship, education, and service toward the common good.

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ! October 5, 2014

WHO ARE THE PAULISTS?
Thanks to all who joined us for the first presentation on
Fr. Isaac Hecker. Next week, Father Charlie continues
the series on Who are the Paulists? Each session
will be in the church from 10:45 to 11:45am following the
9:30 am Mass.
October 12: The Mission and Charisms
(gifts) of the Paulist Fathers
October 26: The Paulist Associates---
Collaborators in Mission
Join Us!

PROPOSITION 88 DRIVERS CARDS The
Oregon Catholic Conference is urging voters to support
this proposition. There will be an informational
discussion of this issue Sunday, Oct. 5 in the Paulist
Center, Hecker Room.

VOTER REGISTRATION
Oct. 4 & 5 after the weekend Masses there will be a
registration table outside the church for all who are
eligible to vote but are not yet registered. Oct. 14 is the
deadline for registrations to be eligible to vote in
November.

PRIESTS AWAY FOR CONVOCATION THIS
WEEK.
Communion services will be held Tuesday Thursday.

LANDSCAPE TRIMMING & BIOSWALE
CLEAN UP
Volunteers are needed to help trim bushes and clean the
bioswale on Sat. Oct. 11 from 9am to 1pm. Come when
you can and leave when you must. Bring some tools if
you can. Pizza will be served at the end of the project.
Sponsored by the Building and Grounds Committee.
Signup sheets are on the back counter in the church or
you can call/e-mail the office.

OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
AWARENESS MONTH
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behaviors that
can include physical, psychological, sexual, economic,
and emotional abuse, perpetrated by one person against
an intimate partner to establish and maintain power and
control. The Altar Society, in recognition of October as
Domestic Violence Awareness month, is requesting cash
donations for purchasing bus tickets and hygiene items
for clients of Bradley Angle House. Since 2009 we have
provided 286 hygiene kits, and are the sole source of this
type of donation to the shelter. Envelopes marked
Domestic Violence Donation are available on the back
counter of the church. Donations may be dropped in the
collection, mailed to the office, or in person at the office.
Thank you for your help in supporting this ministry of the
Altar Society.




WERE GLAD YOU ARE HERE!
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ! Sunday October 5, 2014

THIS WEEKS CALENDAR and MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday, October 5
th
: 9:30am Mass
10:30am Mass
Josephine Healy
Deaf Community Mass
Church
Chapel
Monday, October 6
th
:
Tuesday, October 7
th
:
Wednesday, October 8
th
:
Thursday, October 9
th
:
Friday, October 10
th
:
Saturday, October 11
th
:
8:00am Mass
8:00am
8:00am
8:00am
12:10pm Mass
8:00am Mass
Eulalia Johnson
Armand Martinotti
For Fr. Dennis Hickey, CSP
For parents raising children alone
Sam Amato
For people who cant find God
Chapel
Chapel
Chapel
Chapel
Chapel
Chapel

Sunday, October 12
th
:
4:00pm Mass
9:30am Mass
Caroline & Louis Parise
Joseph Scafidi
Church
Church
Catherine Trotters
10:30am Mass Deaf Community Mass Chapel
Please fill out a Mass Intention Form (located in the foyer of the Church) if you would like a Mass celebrated for you,
for an anniversary of death, birthday or marriage, or some other special event. You can also call the office.


Parish Office Hours
Monday 9am Noon
Tuesday - Friday
9 am 4pm
503 231-4955

PARISH STAFF
Pastor & Director of the 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@stphilipneripdx.org
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
Edward Danila
edwardd@stphilipneripdx.org

Bulletin Deadline is Tuesday at Noon
(unless otherwise announced)




Next Sundays Scripture
Readings
28
th
Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 12, 2014

Reading 1, Is 25:6-10a
Responsorial Psalm, 23:1-3a, 3b-4,
5, 6, (6cd)
Reading 2, Phil 4:12-14, 19-20
Gospel, Mt 22:1-14

Church cleaning for October 6-12, Siobahn Daly & Dan Summerfeldt


HECKER QUOTE
Every soul true to itself & to God has something unusual. This is not to be
condemned. The natural must be guided by Divine grace, not suppressed
or despised. But Divine grace must be the Master & only guide of the
soul. [Thoughts on the Spiritual Life, 1865]
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) 269-2519 and tell him your story.

INQUIRY
The next topic for the Inquiry Sessions (adult formation opportunity!) is
The God of the Older Testament---was He violent? Wednesday,
Oct. 8, 7pm in the Paulist Center Chapel. Its not too late to join us. All
are welcome.

SENIOR MINISTRY
We are interested in starting a Senior Ministry in our parish. Since this
will be for us---we can customize it to fit our own ideas: getting
together once a month for outings or presentations or games or movies
orA small committee is forming now. If you have suggestions for
activities or when to meet---or you want to serve on the committee,
please contact the parish office or Barbara. We want to hear from you!

RELIGIOUS ED GATHERING
The Family Gathering (Religious Education) group will meet on Sunday,
Oct.12 at 10:35 -11:50 in Carviln Hall. We begin with a shared breakfast
(thank you Rob Nosse and crew!) and work on our theme for the day.
This is open to all families with children grades 1-6.

SATURDAY PRAYER GROUP
During the month of October, the Month of the Rosary, the prayer group
will meet at 9am to pray the rosary. Please join us.

REST IN PEACE
!Fr. Dennis Hickey, CSP passed away Monday, September 29 in New
York at the age of 74. Fr. Dennis served here from 1991-93. Funeral
Mass will be on October 4 at St. Paul the Apostle in New York City.
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ! Sunday October 5, 2014






The peace of God will be with you. . .
Pastoral Corner

In the Philippians Reading today, Paul gives what to some may seem strange advice. He is urging the people not
to worry about things. Strange advice indeed! We all know that it is natural to worry about many things. It is part
of being human, and especially so as part of the burden we should bear if we care about anyone or anything
beyond ourselves.

But Paul is not talking about normal concerns. He is talking about anxiety. Nothing is more debilitating or fruitless
than anxiety. Of itself it does nothing to solve our problems. Rather, the opposite is the case. By dissipating our
energy, anxiety weakens us and makes it more difficult for us to find a solution to our problems.

The root of anxiety is lack of trust - lack of trust in oneself, in others, and especially in God. That is why Paul urges
us to pray about things. We must learn to commit our cares to the Lord: 'If there is anything you need, pray for it.'

He is not suggesting that prayer should take the place of action. Nor is he implying that our prayers will always be
answered. However, prayer implies a willingness to do what we can, and then to leave the rest in the hands of
God. To accept what happens then as Gods present willing for us, even though we may not understand it.

Next Paul tells his readers to think positively. People who are over anxious usually think negative thoug hts. In
anxious moments, how often we imagine and project worst case scenarios. Paul is telling us to concentrate on the
good rather than the negative.

But most importantly, Paul tells us to act on the good. Thoughts are good but action is better.

If we do what we can, and put our trust in God, then Paul assures us that 'the peace of God, which is so much greater
than we can understand, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.'

Peace comes, not from having an easy and tranquil life. We can have peace even in the midst of struggle and turmoil
provided we are on the side of right. Then the God of peace will be with us.

Fr. Charlie



OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT
St. Philip Neris Paulist Center has office space for rent.
The office is very pleasant with large windows that let in
natural light. The office is air conditioned and is
approximately 280 sq. ft. Utilities are included except
for telephone and internet. The rental cost is $450 per
month and insurance is required. The Paulist Center
offers on-site parking, kitchen usage and easy access to
bus line #4 for clients and/or visitors. Please contact
Jeanne McPherson at the parish office if interested.
503-231-4955.



PLANNING AHEAD WREATH SALES
Flyers will be available in late October for orders. Plan
now to take several to share with family and friends to
help support the parish. Orders will be ready for pick
up the weekend of Dec. 6 & 7.

PRAYER BOOK PROJECT
The deadline for submitting prayers for our prayer
books is October 15. These books will be put in the
pews for people to use for personal prayer before
and after Mass. Please share your favorite prayers
they can be standard prayers or maybe you want to
compose one. Please pass along to
Barbara barbrah@stphilipneripdx.org or
Rose rosew@stphilipneripdx.org


PLEASE PRAY FOR:
Kevin Henderson & wife, Alexis
Bernie Bennett, Bobs wife
Michael VanDongen & Noel Roman (wedding)
Stacy Heyworth, Beth Johnson
Neal Sand, Meg Eberles son
Suzanne Baker, Dean Boyers mom
Canonization of Servant of God, Isaac Hecker
Paulist Seminarians