Saint Francis of Assisi Parish

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1 Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Sunday, September 23, th Sunday in Ordinary Time To be a community that lives the Gospel of Jesus Christ through prayer, love and service Historic Church Corner of Franklin & Lava in Downtown Bend Catholic School 2450 NE 27th Street, Bend, OR (541) saintfrancisschool.net 27th St. Church St. Clare Chapel Parish Offices 2450 NE 27th Street, Bend, Oregon Office (541) Fax (541) stfrancisbend.org Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil: 27th St. Church 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 27th St. Church 7:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Sunday: Historic Church 4:30 p.m. Monday Friday: 27th St. Church / St. Clare Chapel 7:00 a.m. Monday Friday: Historic Church 12:15 p.m. Saturday: Historic Church 8:00 a.m. Misa en Español Favor de ver el boletin en Espanol para actividades en Espanol. Domingo: Nueva Iglesia 12:30 p.m. Morning Prayer Liturgy of the Hours Monday Friday: 27th St Church./ St. Clare Chapel Saturday: Historic Church Eucharistic Adoration Monday Friday: 27th St. / St. Clare Chapel Monday Friday: Historic Church Healing Mass 2nd Tuesday of the month: Historic Church Tuesday: 27th St. Church Saturday: Historic Church Saturday: 27th St. Church Reconciliation Confessions Sisters of Mary of Kakamega 2863 NE Jill Ave. Ph. (541) sabinambenge16@gmail.com 6:40 a.m. 7:40 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to.12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to. 6:00 p.m. 12:15 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Bulletin Announcements by 1 p.m. on the Monday prior to publication to Tina Hill at: bulletin@stfrancisbend.org your comments, questions, and/or concerns, to your Parish Council at: youropinionmatters@stfrancisbend.org For questions about how to reserve facilities, please call the Parish Office at (541) Parish Services Ministries School Pastor: Fr. Jose Thomas Mudakodiyil frjose@stfrancisbend.org Parochial Vicar: Fr. Víctor Mena Martínez associatepastor@stfrancisbend.org Administrative Assistant: Peg Moore adminasst@stfrancisbend.org Director of Faith Formation: Janet Schwarz faithformation@stfrancisbend.org Stewardship and Liturgy Office: Deacon Steve McGlone liturgy@stfrancisbend.org School Principal: Crystal Nunez-Mooney cmooney@saintfrancisschool.net Finance Director: Jane Rude finance@stfrancisbend.org Faith Formation: K-12 Religious Education, Sacramental Preparation, Youth Ministry, Adult Studies Janet Schwarz faithformation@stfrancisbend.org Adult Sacramental Preparation and RCIA: Daniel Beougher rcia@stfrancisbend.org Baptisms: Scout Lappe baptism@stfrancisbend.org Marriage Prep Retreat (Pre Cana): Natasha Rider precana@stfrancisbend.org Weddings: Karin Jones weddings@stfrancisbend.org Annulments: Deacon Steve & Mary McGlone annulments@stfrancisbend.org Funerals: Jan Michelsen (541) Music Director: Colleen Rastovich music@stfrancisbend.org Choir Director: Judy Goff choir@stfrancisbend.org Health Ministry: Dr. Phillip Au / Laurie Slye healthministry@stfrancisbend.org

2 Friday, September 28th, to Thursday, October 4th, at the St. Francis 27th Street Church Retreat Leader, Fr. William Cieslak, OFM, Capuchin, will challenge us to grow spiritually by examining themes from the life of St. Francis and the papacy of Pope Francis. Schedule of Events Friday, September 28th: Saturday, September 29th: Sunday, September 30th: Wednesday, October 3rd: Thursday, October 4th: Retreat begins at 7 p.m., with a simple service and talk. Retreat begins at 8:30 a.m., with croissants and coffee. A delicious sandwich bar is provided from 12 to 1 p.m., and will close with a Penance Service and Confession. Mass follows at 5 p.m. Fr. Bill will preach at all Masses (except the 12:30 p.m. Mass). The parish will celebrate the Transitus of St. Francis at 7 p.m., with our Secular Franciscans. The blessing of the animals begins at 2:30 p.m., and Mass will be at 7 p.m. to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Please Note: Fr. Bill will be available for individual appointments on Monday and Tuesday. To schedule a time, please contact the Liturgy Office at (541) , Ext. 106 Refreshments will follow each session! Fr. William Cieslak (Fr. Bill) has been a Capuchin for 47 years and a priest for 38 years. He spent the first 25 years of ministry teaching liturgy and sacraments at the Franciscan School of Theology, in Berkeley, CA, and at the Graduate Theological Union, also in Berkeley, CA. For the past six years, he has served as Provincial Director of Development for the Capuchin Province of St. Joseph in Detroit, MI, and in July 2011 he became Director of the Office of Preaching and Evangelization. Fr. Bill preaches and teaches every month (except the summer) at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, AZ. He would characterize his presentations as Scripture-based, passionate and motivational, from a Franciscan theological and spiritual perspective.

3 ST. FRANCIS PARISH LIFE 3 MASS INTENTIONS: FOR: REQUESTED BY: Saturday, September 22nd 5:00 p.m. (N) David Dupuis (D) Debra Dupuis Sunday, September 23rd 7:30 a.m. (N) St. Francis Parish Community (L) Fr. Jose / Fr. Victor 10:00 a.m. (N) Brittany & Aaron Emmich (L) Florence Hogarty 12:30 p.m. (N) Archangel San Miguel in Thanksgiving for Care and Protection 4:30 p.m. (H) Geraldine Permella Vaughn (D) St. Francis Parish Community Monday, September 24th 7:00 a.m. (C) Ronald Schlim (L) Brent & Jo Dattke 12:15 p.m. (H) Jim Lynch (D) Pat Lynch Tuesday, September 25th 7:00 a.m. (C) Pete Wimer (L) Jill Wimer 12:15 p.m. (H) Diane Michelsen (D) Jan Michelsen Wednesday, September 26th 7:00 a.m. (C) Sr. Aida Chagin (D) Salesian Sisters 8:15 a.m. (N) (No School Mass) 12:15 p.m. (H) Charlene Blahnik (D) Dave Blahnik Thursday, September 27th 7:00 a.m. (C) Fred Maurer (D) Mike Warschuer 12:15 p.m. (H) Mary & Steve Brainerd (L) Ted & Vergie Ries Friday, September 28th 7:00 a.m. (C) James Rausch (D) St. Francis Parish Community (School Mass) 8:15 a.m. (N) Grandparents and Grandfriends St. Francis School 12:15 p.m. (H) Eduardo Vicencio (D) Leo Apostol Saturday, September 29th 8:00 a.m. (H) Fred Maurer (D) Jim Hess (N) = 27th St. Church (H) = Historic Church (C) = St. Clare Chapel (D) = Deceased (L) = Living To schedule a Mass, please call the Parish Office at (541) To be listed in this Parish Bulle n, call before 1 p.m. on Fridays eight (8) days prior to the next publica on. St. Vincent de Paul Fundraiser A giant THANK YOU to our fabulous St. Francis Parish family, parishioners, and friends who donated everything the Sisters needed to move into their new home. The Knights of Columbus and their family members were the heroes who did all the heavy lifting. For more information, contact Andrew Untermyer at (541) / auntermyer@zolomedia.com. Fr. Jose Thomas was right! When asked how he hoped to accomplish this great deed, he said: You will be amazed at all we are able to achieve when we work together as a bold, faith community!" THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!

4 Rosary Coast-to-Coast Details: What: National Pro-Life Event, National Rosary Coast to Coast When: Sunday, October 7th, at 1 p.m. Where: Pilot Butte, Bend, OR Come pray a rosary, led by Fr. Jose Thomas, while walking up Pilot Butte for Bend s participation in the National Rosary Coast to Coast rally. This is a National Pro-Life Event, timed at 1 p.m. (PST), and is the conclusion of the Novena for Our Nation. Picnic immediately following at Pilot Butte s picnic area. St. Francis s culminating event of the National 54-Day Novena on October 7th will take place at Pilot Butte State Park in Bend. Choose from two options: Pray the Rosary while hiking the Butte with Fr. Jose Thomas (strenuous) Or pray at the foot of the Butte (easy & handicap accessible) Gather near the picnic tables at the north end of the parking lot. A briefing plus instructions will kick off the event. Millions will be praying at exactly the same time throughout the world! Bring water and camping chairs, if desired Dress according to predicted weather/ personal comfort Sturdy walking shoes are necessary for hiking the Butte Questions? Contact Christine Simone at: simone.christine54@gmail.com.

5 ST. FRANCIS PARISH LIFE New Group for College-Age Adults 2018 Christmas Faire All college-age adults interested in a young-adult group should come to a meeting this Sunday, September 23rd, at 5:30 p.m., at the rectory, next to the Historic Church. Food will be provided. Enter through the door on the parking lot side. God bless, Caleb Cunningham Grief Support Ministry We meet on Thursdays, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., in the RCIA Room at the 27th St. Church. The next session s topic is on Grief vs. Depression this Thursday, September 27th. Please contact Mary McGlone at (253) or griefministry@stfrancisbend.org. Come and See... The Returning Catholics Fall Classes also begin on Thursday, September 27th, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Parish Offices. Attend some or all of the classes. There is no pressure and no strings attached! Our goal and purpose is to answer any questions you may have about the Church and her teachings, to assist you on your faith journey, and to provide you with good information. For more information, contact Bob or Judy Murphy at: returningcatholics@stfrancisbend.org / or (208) ENDOW A new ENDOW Women s Study, Discover Your Dignity: A Woman's Journey Through Life Part I, begins on Thursday, October 4th, from 1 3 p.m., in Seminar Room #2 at the Parish Offices (and every Thursday until about December 6th). This study takes women on a journey to see where their actual everyday lives intersect with God s Divine Plan. The story follows the course of a woman s life from conception through old age and preparation for death, as it uncovers for women the mysterious workings of God in ways that involve disciplines of biology, philosophy, psychology, and theology. To register go to kristine-mclean-s-group-2. For questions or help with registering, contact Kristine McLean at (541) or dkmclean@bendcable.com. The next Planning Meeting is Monday, October 8th, at 6:30 p.m., in Seminar Room #2 at the Parish Offices. For more information, please call Sherry at (541) Latin Mass Beginning Sunday, October 7th, the extraordinary form of the Mass in the Roman Rite will be celebrated every week at 1 p.m., at the Historic Church. FOR OCTOBER ONLY, there will be sung Masses on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, while the 2nd and 4th Sundays will be low Masses. Then starting in November, sung Masses will be on the 2nd and 4th Sundays, while the remaining celebrations will be low Masses. A Lifeline for Marriage! Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels, including deep misery. For more information about the program that begins on Friday, October 12th through Sunday, October 14th, in Portland, call (503) or visit the Website at: Building Your Marriage The next retreat date for couples who want to build a marriage with a foundation to last a lifetime is on Friday, October 12th, and Saturday, October 13th, at the 27th St. Church. This retreat meets all the requirements for marriage preparation in the Diocese of Baker. For more detailed information or to register, please contact Natasha Rider at: precana@stfrancisbend.org. Rachel s Vineyard Retreats These Retreats are for anyone who has been involved in abortions in any way or are in a relationship with someone who has had one. The next retreat is in Eugene, from October 23rd October 25th. For more information, call (541) or ProjectAurora@aol.com. For a Spanish Retreat in Medford, call Araceli at (541) / 5

6 6 ST. FRANCIS SCHOOL NEWS This month, we begin the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Annual Giving Appeal. Through the past generosity of many, the funds donated through this annual campaign have provided a strong Catholic foundation to hundreds of students since These gifts will help to maintain the high standards of faith-based academic excellence for which St. Francis Catholic School has been known marks the 82nd Anniversary of providing quality Catholic Education in Bend. St. Francis School asks for your help in reaching our target goal of $75,000. This goal will help to offset the direct costs associated with educating each child. To reach this goal, we will need your help. We ask that you give prayerful consideration to how much you are able to give. Your tax-deductible gift for any amount will help to enable students to realize and achieve their full potential. Every dollar raised will help to create a legacy in faith for generations to come. God Bless, 2018 Annual Giving Appeal Crystal Mooney, Principal, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Highlights Vision Statement St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School inspires academic scholars to serve and lead the world with Faith and moral character. On average, elementary students scored one grade level higher in grade equivalency for math and reading 95 percent of our middle school students scored at or above grade level equivalent in math 90 percent of our middle school students scored at or above grade level equivalent in reading Increased enrollment by 20% from the 2017 school year Salesian Sisters joined our community and teaching staff for the 2018/19 school year Successful summer camps for preschool through 8th grade students Faith Respect Excellence Integrity

7 ST. FRANCIS PARISH LIFE Eucharistic Adoration Needs Faith Formation Trust all things to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and to Mary Help of Christians, and you will see what miracles are. St. John Bosco Mondays: 9 10 & a.m. (C), and 2 3 p.m. (H) Tuesdays: 11 a.m. 12 noon (C) and 5 6 p.m. (H) Wednesdays: 11 a.m. 12 noon (C) Thursdays: 1 2 p.m. (H) Fridays: 9 10 & a.m. (C) If you are able to commit to one of the holy hours listed above, please contact Judy Kennedy at (541) or judyekennedy@icloud.com. (C) = St. Clare Chapel / (H) = Historic Church Pilgrimage to the Holy Land November 4 15, 2019 Get ready for the next St. Francis Pilgrimage to the Holy Land! Walk the places Jesus walked. Pray in the place where Jesus was born, died, and rose. It will be an amazing experience at an affordable price: All-inclusive cost from Redmond is only $3,490. SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: Fr. Jose Thomas Mudakodiyil GROUP LEADER: Sue McDonald For further information, call Sue at (360) or send an to: kandsmcdonald@msn.com, or you may contact John Golubiec at Polyways Travel Service: (206) Watch for the complete Itinerary in a future issue of this parish bulletin. Stewardship of Giving: Date Weekly Offering Weekly Needed Difference YTD Offering September 15 16, 2018 $16,615 $25,865 ($9,250) $920,349 September 8 9, 2018 $27,225 $25,865 $1,360 $903,734 September 1 2, 2018 $19,564 $25,865 ($6,301) $876,509 August 25 26, 2018 $27,456 $25,865 $1,591 $856,945 The current mortgage balance is $418,743. Faith Formation for Children Grades K 5: Wednesdays, 4 5:30 p.m. Faith Formation for Youth Grades 6 12: Wednesdays, 6:30 8 p.m. 2nd Year Confirmation Classes for Grades 6 12: Wednesdays, 6:30 8 p.m. or Sundays 6:30 8 p.m. High School Youth Ministry: Wednesdays, 6:30 8 p.m. Contact Janet Schwarz Director of Faith Formation/Director of Youth Ministry Office: (541) , Ext. 115 / Fax: (541) RCIA Classes Are Under Way R Do you know someone who s never been baptized? C Someone who s been baptized in another faith? I Someone who s been baptized but never confirmed? A Just curious? We meet every Thursday, from 7 to 9 p.m., in the RCIA Room at the 27th St. Church. For more information, please contact Daniel Beougher at rcia@stfrancisbend.org. Bible Studies Our Bible Studies are perfect for those who have never studied the Bible, or are recent converts to Catholicism, or may even be Bible-Study veterans. For more information on our Bible Studies, please contact Vergie Ries at (541)

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