1275 E Street ❖ Independence, OR 97351 ❖ www.stpatrickindependence.org February 28, 2021 Second Sunday of Lent ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ 28 de Febrero de 2021 II Domingo de Cuaresma REFLECTIONS ON THE READINGS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT Just as the first Sunday of Lent was dedicated to Jesus’s temptaons in the desert by Satan, the second Sunday of Lent employs Jesus’ Transfiguraon. Thus, beginning the season with emphasis on Jesus’ humanity and following that with emphasis on Jesus’ divinity, Holy Mother the Church reveals the totality of Christ’s being. Emphasis is placed squarely upon whom it is that will endure the salvific sacrifice. Just as Peter, James and John caught a glimpse of the total reality, so too, we are privileged to consider the complexity of Christ’s nature. This Divine act of pure love by God for His creaon should evoke a reciprocal loving response. In today’s first reading from the Book of Genesis, the story of Abraham and Isaac is told. In this covenantal story, God desires to test Abraham’s faith. In this account, Abraham is told to take his only son on a journey in which the father is to sacrifice his only heir. This is quite disconcerng and confusing for Abraham. (Deacon Rob’s Reflecon connues inside) All are welcome at St. Patrick Catholic Church Todos son bienvenidos en la Iglesia Católica San Patricio ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ St. Patrick Church is a Catholic, multicultural parish within a collegiate, agricultural and industrial community. The parish’s mission is to worship and work together so our community will grow more in love and acceptance of one another and be apostles as Christ teaches us. We accept that we have differences and will use them to unite us as one in Christ. We will pursue this mission faithfully through the power of the Holy Spirit and the gifts and talents of our members. La Iglesia San Patricio es una parroquia Católica multicultural dentro de una comunidad collegial, agrícola y instrdrial. La misión parroquial es dar culto y trabajar juntos para que nuestra comunidad crezca en amor y aceptación del uno y otro y ser apóstoles como Cristo nos enseña. Estamos de acuerdo que temenos diferencias y las usaremos para hacernos uno en Cristo. LIKE US on FACEBOOK: COMO NOSOTROS en FACEBOOK: St.Patrick Church Independence Oregon
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1275 E Street ❖ Independence, OR 97351 ❖ www.stpatrickindependence.org
February 28, 2021
Second Sunday of Lent
❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
28 de Febrero de 2021
II Domingo de Cuaresma
REFLECTIONS ON THE READINGS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
Just as the first Sunday of Lent was dedicated to Jesus’s
temptations in the desert by Satan, the second Sunday of
Lent employs Jesus’ Transfiguration. Thus, beginning the
season with emphasis on Jesus’ humanity and following
that with emphasis on Jesus’ divinity, Holy Mother the
Church reveals the totality of Christ’s being. Emphasis is
placed squarely upon whom it is that will endure the
salvific sacrifice. Just as Peter, James and John caught a
glimpse of the total reality, so too, we are privileged to
consider the complexity of Christ’s nature. This Divine act
of pure love by God for His creation should evoke a
reciprocal loving response.
In today’s first reading from the Book of Genesis, the
story of Abraham and Isaac is told. In this covenantal
story, God desires to test Abraham’s faith. In this
account, Abraham is told to take his only son on a
journey in which the father is to sacrifice his only heir.
This is quite disconcerting and confusing for Abraham.
(Deacon Rob’s Reflection continues inside)
All are welcome
at St. Patrick Catholic Church
Todos son bienvenidos en la
Iglesia Católica San Patricio
❖ ❖ ❖ ❖ ❖
St. Patrick Church is a Catholic, multicultural parish within
a collegiate, agricultural and industrial community.
The parish’s mission is to worship and work together so
our community will grow more in love and acceptance of
one another and be apostles as Christ teaches us.
We accept that we have differences and will use them to
unite us as one in Christ.
We will pursue this mission faithfully through the power of
the Holy Spirit and the gifts and talents of our members.
La Iglesia San Patricio es una parroquia Católica
multicultural dentro de una comunidad
collegial, agrícola y instrdrial.
La misión parroquial es dar culto y trabajar juntos para
que nuestra comunidad crezca en amor y aceptación del
uno y otro y ser apóstoles como Cristo nos enseña.
Estamos de acuerdo que temenos diferencias y las
usaremos para hacernos uno en Cristo.
LIKE US on FACEBOOK:
COMO NOSOTROS en FACEBOOK:
St.Patrick Church Independence Oregon
Sunday, February 28
Genesis 9: 8-15
Psalm 25
1 Peter 3: 18-22
Mark 1: 12-15
Monday, March 1
Daniel 9: 4-10
Luke 6: 36-38
Tuesday, March 2
Isaiah 1: 10, 16-20
Matthew 23: 1-12
Wednesday, March 3
St. Katherine Drexel
Jeremiah 18: 18-20
Matthew 20: 17-28
Thursday, March 4
St. Casimir
Jeremiah 17: 5-10
Luke 16: 19-31
Friday, March 5
Genesis 37: 3-4, 12-13, 17-28
Matthew 21: 33-43, 45-46
Saturday, March 6
Micah 7: 14-15, 18-20
Luke 15: 1-3, 11-32
Sunday, March 7
Exodus 20: 1-17
Psalm 19
1 Corinthians 1: 22-25
John 2: 13-25
Domingo, 28 de Febrero
Genesis 9, 8-15
Salmo 24
1 Pedro 3, 18-22
Marcos 1, 12-15
Lunes, 22 de Febrero
Daniel 9, 4-10
Lucas 6, 36-38
Martes, 2 de Marzo
Isaias 1, 10. 16-20
Mateo 23, 1-12
Miercoles, 3 de Marzo
Santa Catalina Drexel
Jeremias 18, 18-20
Mateo 20, 17-28
Jueves, 4 de Marzo
San Casimiro
Jeremias 17, 5-10
Lucas 16, 19-31
Viernes, 5 de Marzo
Genesis 37, 3-4. 12-13. 17-28
Mateo 21, 33-43. 45-46
Sabado, 6 de Marzo
Miqueas 7, 14-15. 18-20
Lucas 15, 1-3. 11-32
Domingo, 7 de Marzo
Exodo 20, 1-17
Salmo 18
1 Corintios 1, 22-25
Juan 2, 13-25
LIVING IN FAITH ❖ VIVIENDO EN LA FE
WEEKLY & SPECIAL COLLECTION
COLECCIÓN SEMANAL Y ESPECIAL
February 13-14, 2021
Envelopes: $ 1,316.00
Loose $ 379.00
OnLine $ 420.00
TOTAL $ 2,115.00
DAIL Y R EA DI NG S
L EC TURAS DI ARI AS
All Masses are live-streamed and available through Facebook at: stpatrickindependence
Todas las misas se transmiten en vivo y están disponibles a través de Facebook en: stpatrickindependence
SEATING RESERVATIONS FOR MASS & ADORATION (24-hours prior):
RESERVACIONES DE ASIENTOS PARA MISA Y ADORACIÓN (24 horas antes):
• English & week days: Maria Addessi 503-991-2516 (Call or text)
• Spanish Masses: Gloria Ahumada 503-991-3910
• Adoration: Gloria Cisneros 503-551-2767
Join Deacon Rob as he hosts the video series:
"The Jewish Roots of Jesus
and the Church: Light from
the Dead Sea Scrolls" with Dr. John Bergsma
Sundays after the 9:00 am Mass,
in the Hall
Come to watch, learn & discuss!
ADULTS & STUDENTS: If you have been or would like to become an ALTAR SERVER, please contact Norma Rodriguez at 503-999-6015 for training & scheduling.
ADULTOS Y ESTUDIANTES: Si ha sido o le gustaría ser un
SERVIDOR ALTAR, comuníquese con Norma Rodríguez 503-999-6015 para capacitación y programación.
Ash Wednesday Feb.17, 2021
Total $ 1,571.00
February 20-21, 2021
Envelopes: $ 1,886.00
Loose $ 338.34
OnLine $ 360.00
Catholic Appeal $ 281.71
TOTAL $ 2,866.05
“RETURN TO CHRIST” The Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal (ACA) focuses on the renewal of our dedication to Christ and His Church. The ACA exclusively supports Catholic
ministries in western Oregon. These ministries include Priest Support and Retirement, Pastoral Ministries, Campus Ministries, Vocations and Seminary Education, and much more.
Please remember to turn in your donation SOON for the Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal!
Healing Mass Friday, March 5, 10 am
¡EL COBERTIZO DE ROPA ESTÁ ABIERTO PARA DONACIONES! Asegúrese de que sus prendas de vestir estén limpias y colocadas en una bolsa de plástico bien cerrada. Por favor: ¡SOLO ROPA!
THE CLOTHING SHED IS OPEN FOR DONATIONS! Please be sure that your clothing items are clean & placed in a plastic bag that is securely tied closed. Please: CLOTHING ONLY!
PLEASE PASS THE WORD to your friends and family when you hear or see that the free food boxes will be at the Church.
Boxes usually arrive on Tuesday mornings. Check the St.Patrick Facebook page for actual times & dates.
POR FAVOR PASA LA PALABRA a tus amigos y familiares cuando escuches o veas que las cajas de comida gratis estara n en la Iglesia.
Las cajas suelen llegar los martes por la man ana. Consulte la pa gina de Facebook de St.Patrick para conocer las horas y fechas reales.
IN OUR PARISH ❖ EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA
WHAT CORPORAL ACTS OF MERCY CAN YOU DO ?
Feed the hungry: Donating to our seasonal food baskets
Give drink to the thirsty: Adding coffee, tea or kool-aid to the green cart
Clothe the naked: Putting clean clothing in a bag and put it in clothing shed
Shelter the homeless (Welcome the stranger): Being an usher at Mass
Visit the imprisoned: Sending letters or cards to inmates
Visit the sick: In time of CoVid, doing this with phone calls and cards
Bury the dead: Praying for those grieving
¿QUÉ ACTOS CORPORALES DE MISERICORDIA PUEDES HACER?
Alimenta a los hambrientos: donaciones a nuestras canastas de alimentos de temporada
Dar de beber a los sedientos: añadir café, té o kool-aid al carrito verde
Vestir al desnudo: poner ropa limpia en una bolsa y ponerla en el cobertizo
Acoger a los desamparados (Dar la bienvenida al extraño): ser un acomodador en la misa
Visita a los presos: envío de cartas o tarjetas a los presos
Visite a los enfermos: en tiempos de CoVid, hacer esto con llamadas telefónicas y tarjetas
Enterrar a los muertos: Orando por los afligidos
PRAYER REQUESTS Please pray for:
• The repose of the soul of Joseph Delgado
• Peace & compassion for the Delgado & Rodriguez families
• Healing for Zen Eichinger’s husband
PETICIONES DE ORACIÓN Por favor ore por:
• El reposo del alma de Joseph Delgado
• Paz y compasión para las familias Delgado y Rodríguez
• Sanación para el marido de Zen Eichinger
You can make prayer requests on the parish website (www.stpatrickindependence.org) by clicking on the picture of the dove or by calling Chris at 503-623-2864
Puede hacer solicitudes de oración en el sitio web de la parroquia (www.stpatrickindependence.org) haciendo clic en la imagen de la paloma o llamando a Isabel, 503-606-0279
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about Lent
2/28 SUNDAY / DOMINGO
• Grupo de San Juan Diego (Hombres), 7:00 am, Edificio de San Juan 2
• Mass at 9:00 am, in English, in the Church
• RCIA Class, 9:30 am, St. Michael Building
• Apostales de la Palabra, 9:30 am, en el Anexo
• Dead Sea Scrolls Video Series, 10:00 am, in the Hall
• Misa a las 11:30 am, en Espan ol, en la Iglesia
• Confirmation Class (2nd year), 1-3 pm, in the St. Michael Building
3/1 MONDAY / LUNES
• Grupo de San Juan Diego Guitar Lessons, 6:00 pm, Edificio de San Juan Diego (#1)
• Grupo Vida de San Juan Diego (Hombres), 6:00 pm, Edificio de San Miguel
• Grupo de San Juan Diego Event Planning (Mujeres), 6:00 pm, Edicifio de San Juan Diego (#2)
• Grupo Carismatico (Carsimientos), 6:30 pm, in the Annex
3/2 TUESDAY / MARTES
• Misa a las 6:00 pm, en Espan ol , en la Iglesia
• NeoCatechumenal Way: Catechesis, 7:00 pm, St. Michael Bldg
3/3 WEDNESDAY / MIERCOLES
• Adoration at 5:00 pm, in the Church
• Mass at 6:00 pm, in English, in the Church
• NeoCatechumenal Way, 7:00 pm, St. Michael Building
3/4 THURSDAY / JUEVES
• Misa a las 10:00 am, en Espan ol, en la Iglesia
• Knights of Columbus Meeting, 7:00 pm, St. Michael Building
• Grupo Carismatico, 7:00 pm, en la Iglesia
• Grupo Vida de San Juan Diego (Damas), 7:00 pm, en el Salon
3/5 FRIDAY / VIERNES
• Healing Mass at 10:00 am, in English, in the Church
• Adoration at 3:00 pm, in English, in the Church
• Grupo de San Juan Diego Reunion Espiritual (Mujeres), 6:00 pm, Edificio de San Juan Diego (#2)
• NeoCatechumenal Way: Catechesis, 7:00 pm, St. Michael Bldg.
3/6 SATURDAY / SABADO
• Confessions at 3:30 pm, in the Church
• Mass at 5:00 pm, in English, in the Church
• Misa a las 7:00 pm, en Espan ol, en la Iglesia
3/7 SUNDAY / DOMINGO
• Grupo de San Juan Diego (Hombres), 7:00 am, Edificio de San Juan 2
• Mass at 9:00 am, in English, in the Church
• RCIA Class, 9:30 am, St. Michael Building
• Apostales de la Palabra, 9:30 am, en el Anexo
• Dead Sea Scrolls Video Series, 10:00 am, in the Hall
• Misa a las 11:30 am, en Espan ol, en la Iglesia
• Confirmation Class (2nd Year), 1:00 pm, St. Michael Building
THIS WEEK in the CHURCH ESTA SEMANA en la IGLESIA
A BS TAI N P RAY C HARI TY
A BS TEN ERS E O RA R
CA RI DA D
NINE DAYS OF PRAYER TOGETHER The parish spiritual committee invites you to join in praying the novena of Saint Joseph for the 9 days preceding his feast day (March 10—19). The novena prayer is on the Saint Joseph holy cards available in the vestibule.
NUEVE DÍAS DE ORACIÓN JUNTOS El comité espiritual parroquial lo invita a unirse a la oración de la novena de San José durante los 9 días anteriores a su fiesta (10-19 de marzo). La oración de la novena está en las tarjetas sagradas de San José disponibles en el vestíbulo.
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...In the ancient world, a son was the guarantee for immortality. There was an universal acceptance that an individual gained immortality through his heirs.
Thus, when God demanded the sacrifice of Isaac to prove man’s love, it meant for Abraham the possibility of the loss of immortality! However, when God saw that Abraham was willing to offer his son out of love, the Divine Lord stopped him and supplied a ram. In addition to this act of mercy, God promised infinite heirs to Abraham “more numerous than the stars” in another Covenantal agreement, demonstrating that the Divine Love of God cannot be surpassed.
The extent of this Divine Love is the topic of our reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans. The Apostle to the Gentiles reminds the Romans that God’s love cannot be measured. Paul argues that God’s immeasurable love was manifested by the sacrifice of Christ, His Son, on the cross. He who was without sin was made sin for our salvation. Paul explains in a judicial manner that what we lack Christ has fulfilled. As a result, through Christ mankind will share the rewards garnered through this perfect sacrifice.
Finally, in the Gospel of Mark, the Transfiguration
of the Christ is revealed. Being a Theophanic episode, the Transfiguration of Jesus allows Peter, James and John the privilege of seeing Christ in all His glory. In further testament, the apostles were also blessed in hearing the Father when He recognized Jesus’ sonship and instructed all to listen
to listen to him. This revelation would be imprinted upon their very being as it was a prelude of something greater to come. This vision could only corroborate the teachings of Christ and embolden their faith which would be challenged on the Cross.
Holy Mother the Church begins our Lenten season articulating the dual nature of Jesus. In order to better appreciate Christ’s divine love for his Church, the season is started reminding all of the depth of love God has for His people. The Creator has offered His love as well as
adoption to all who accept Jesus as Savior. It is up to each individual to accept or reject His love. Reminded through these readings, we are called to purify ourselves in anticipation of the great Paschal Feast. Through prayer, fasting and alms’ giving, we are exhorted to strengthen ourselves in order to become more Christ-like. We, too, are called to take our cross and bear it with the Savior in order to join our brother in his gift of love. Once joined, we will be raised in His glory as it was prefigured in the Transfiguration.
Deacon Rob
Reflections on the Readings for this Sunday
El Papa Francisco dice:
"No tengas miedo de ir". El sacramento de la Confesión está disponible a las 3:30 pm los sábados o con cita previa con el
Padre Kiko, de martes a sábado. La Cuaresma es un tiempo maravilloso para desahogar tu corazón de todas tus transgresiones y buscar la misericordia y la gracia de nuestro Señor.
Pope Francis says:
“Do not be afraid to go.” The sacrament of Confession is available at 3:30 pm on Saturdays or by appointment with Father Kiko, Tuesdays—Saturdays.
Lent is a wonderful time to unburden your heart of all your transgressions
