May 3, 2015 St. Patrick Catholic Church 140 Church St., Portland, MI 48875 Phone: 517-647-6505 Fax: 517-647-7807 Parishoffice@portlandstpats.com www.stpatrickportland.com Rev. Larry J. King, Pastor Dcn. Don Sobolewski, Pastoral Associate The Mission of St. Patrick Parish is: To celebrate the Eucharist, To proclaim the Good News, To encourage Stewardship as a way of life and To grow in Faith, Justice, Love and Service to all. Mass Schedule: Reconciliation: Eucharistic Adoration: Saturday 4:30 pm Saturday 3:00 pm Monday, Noon 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 11:30 am or by appointment Wednesday, Noon 7:00 pm & Weekdays: Tuesday 6:00 pm 9:00 pm-12:00 am Wednesday 7:30 am Parish Office Hours Thursday 9:30 am Friday 7:30 am Mon.-Fri.: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Closed 12:30 pm-1:00 pm for lunch Wed. evening: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 2 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN Mon. 5/4 Masses for the Week of May 3, 2015 THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH May 3, 2015-May 10, 2015 ALTAR APPOINTMENTS May 9th & 10th STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS Children, let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth. 1 John 3:18 Do you walk the talk? Does your action reflect what you say? If not, spend time every day in prayer, give some of your talent to help one of your parish s ministries and give some of your money to support the work of the Church. That we may show our love for God by the way we use our time, talent and treasure. Family Perspective By Bud Ozar Like the vine grower in today s Gospel, parents must prune and cleanse the branches in their family if their children are going to be rooted. Discipline, limits and setting goals are a necessary part of parenting so our children will grow and bear fruit. Sponsor of the Week: Please add Schafer Petroleum & Propane s sponsor of the week Bulletin deadline is 10:00 AM Monday for inclusion in Sunday s bulletin. National Day of Prayer Join the Portland Community as we pray for our Nation. Thursday, May 7th from 12:15 PM- 12:45 PM at the Portland Band Shell. Sponsored by PAMA (Portland Area Ministerial Association.
Fifth Sunday of Easter Page 3 May 3, 2015 Simple Laws 1 John 3:18-24 Financial Activities There are a lot of laws. Our national constitution is long. Every state, county and municipality has additional rules and regulations. Sometimes you don t know what a law is until you break it. Laws are important. They are necessary. But they are so numerous that it s hard to keep track of them all. Our church is the same way. Our laws are important to us, but they are numerous. And they change. It is hard to keep up with them. Couldn t it be simpler somehow? The First Letter of John says God basically has just two laws. His commandment is this: we should believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and love one another just as he commanded us. There, that was simple. Or was it? To believe in the name of Jesus means that we order our lives around this belief: He is the Son of God, the one who came to save the world. His teaching, ministry and example should shape everything we do. And love one another? Well, that s easy when it comes to people we like. But it s not so easy with people we d rather ignore, or people who have become our criminal enemies. Loving one another is not so simple. Whether the laws are many or few, they are hard to keep. But those who keep God s commandments remain in him, and he in them. Eucharistic Adoration The Blessed Virgin is eager to make Jesus in the Eucharist known to all and to group them into a Eucharistic Guard of Honor, a court of devoted adorers St. Peter Julian Eymard If you or someone you know is interested in going to Eucharistic Adoration on Mondays or Wednesdays but doesn t drive, let us know and rides can be arranged. Call Mike Cook at 517-242-1352. Thank you Thank you to all those who made our bake sale during the St. Patrick Garage Sale a success! We raised $206.00 that will be donated to the Pregnancy Crisis Center in Ionia. We can t thank you enough! Courtney Pohl and Erin Duff If you have any questions concerning this financial statement, please call Mike Johnson at 517-647-6505 x 413 AS A PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBER WHAT WOULD I BE EXPECTED TO DO? Some of the main responsibilities of pastoral council members are: Thank you St. Patrick Youth Group! I would like to thank the St. Patrick Youth Group for all the wonderful work you did inside and outside of my home during your recent Home Town Mission Trip. I want you to know it is greatly appreciated. Rosie Baker Culinary Angles Are you able to help make a desert for a funeral luncheon? Or are you able to help prepare a meal for someone in need in our parish? Please contact Amy Smith at the Parish Office (517-647-6505 x 410) to be added to the contact list. Pray together Gather the thoughts, feelings, and ideas of the parish Study, reflect, and deliberate on the spiritual and pastoral needs of the parish Advise the pastor on spiritual and pastoral needs of the parish Recommend goals and objectives both short and long range Evaluate the accomplishment of established goals and objectives Foster pastoral and spiritual activity in the parish We will be asking interested active parish members to submit their names for consideration for the next term. No special background or Education is required only the desire to serve your parish and help it grow.
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 4 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN Youth Corner Junior High - Youth Group on Friday May 8th right after school. Note: presentation begins around 3:10 pm once everyone has a chance to get there. Bring a friend, all are welcome!!! High School Hey, we have not watched a good movie in a long time!!! Bring a friend, relax and eat some pop corn!!! A cool video from the skit guys will be the preview to the movie In Christ s Peace Mr. George Some pictures from the Home Town Mission Trip Faith Formation Happenings Dates to Remember May 4th LAST CLASS Upcoming Events May 3rd First Communion Celebration at 2:00 PM in Church. May 6th NET Retreat for Confirmation Candidates (Faith Formation/St. Patrick/Homeschool Students) May 11th Catechist In-Service at 6:30 PM Any questions regarding dates, events, or times contact Lori Thelen at 517-647-6505 Or lorithelen@portlandstpats.com. Congratulations to these Second Graders who received Jesus at their First Communion celebration. Amanda May and Barrett Brennan Knights of Columbus Mother s Day Breakfast Knights of Columbus invite you to the annual Mother s Day Breakfast on Sunday, May 10th at the K of C Hall on Maynard Rd. Pancakes, homemade sausage, ham, eggs, and hashbrown's will be served from 8-11 AM. Adults-$7, Kids (ages 6-12)-$5.00. All mothers and kids under the age of 6 are free. Contact Bill Vallier at 517-526-2956 for more information. Knights of Columbus News The Knights of Columbus would like to congratulate Dan Schneider who has been selected as the Knight of the Month and the Russ and Melanie Schneider family who have been selected as the Family of the Month. Correction: Sunday, May 10th the Knights of Columbus are sponsoring our Mother s Day Breakfast at the Hall on Maynard Rd. If you would like to see our calendar of events or our current newsletter please see our link on the parish website under stewardship If you are interested in joining the Knights of Columbus or contacting us please contact Don Gunderman at 517-743- 1543 or by email at gk2168@mikofc.org Sign up now to work at Summerfest! New this year -sign up online to work at Summerfest! Go to http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d45afa62ca1f94- summerfest. You ll see a whole list of jobs and times. Follow the onscreen instructions to sign up. You will receive a verification email, and you ll also receive a reminder email a few days before the event. Easily access this sign up from the parish website www.stpatrickportland.com Congratulations to the April Athletic Association Sports Raffle Winners Bill & Pat Florian Tina Lawson John Schrauben Thank you for your continued support of St. Patrick Athletic programs.
Fifth Sunday of Easter Page 5 May 3, 2015 St. Patrick Seniors putting the Scholar in athletics On Sunday, April 26, the Central Michigan Athletic Conference (CMAC) held its annual Scholar Athlete Banquet at the Eagle Eye Country Club. The banquet, which is held each April, honors seniors from the nine CMAC schools who have maintained a grade point average above 3.40 and who also lettered in two or more varsity sports (at least one in their senior year) in their high school careers. The Scholar Athlete banquet is a wonderful celebration, which invites the honored student athletes along with their parents and school administrators to a delicious catered meal, followed by a keynote speaker and presentation of the certificates. This year's guest speaker was Kaitlyn Theisen, a 2011 Saranac High School graduate. She encouraged the CMAC Scholar Athletes to take the lessons they have learned on the field, court or track and in the classroom with them the rest of their lives. She also offered many suggestions and life experiences that would help them throughout their lives. The Athletic Director from each school read the names of the scholar athletes and gave information about them which included their college plans. As their names were called, the student athletes came to the front of the banquet room where they received a certificate from their superintendent or principal acknowledging their accomplishment and giving them individual recognition of their hard work. St. Patrick School had 16 scholar athletes recognized at the banquet on Sunday, which represents 67% of the senior class. The students, recognized for both their academic and athletic success were Daniel Bosworth, Connor Hengesbach, Allison Hodge, Savannah Hodge, Eli Hoppes, Shelby Miller, Dawn Price, Bailey Schneider, Kendall Schrauben, Madison Schrauben, Mackenzie Smith, Riley Smith, Jill Spitzley, Brittni Wilcox, Shannon Wilcox and Taylor Wilcox. St. Patrick School continues to encourage our students to use their gifts pursuing extra-curricular activities in both athletics and in other areas. We are excited and proud when our students are recognized for working hard, honoring their commitments, and being successful in the classroom and beyond. It is the final piece of our mission statement: We Achieve! Congratulations to our seniors who have achieved both in the classroom and on the field, court or track. May God continue to bless them in their future endeavors. Randy Hodge-School Administrator
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 6 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN King s Korner I ran across this article recently, so I thought I d pass it on for the benefit of everyone. Etiquette during Mass seems to have been something that s been misplaced over the years. Fr. Larry Mass Etiquette: Things to Do and Not to Do During Mass 1. Fast before Mass. It is required that one fasts for at least 1 hour before receiving Holy Communion. The only exceptions are medicine, water or unless someone is ill and needs to eat sooner. 2. No food and drink in Church. The only exceptions would be milk for infants, water for the priest or choir (if discreet) and water for those who are ill. 3. Never chew gum in church! It breaks your one hour fast and it s distracting! 4. Cross yourself with Holy Water on entering and leaving the church. This is a reminder of our Baptism, which made us members of Christ's Church. 5. Dress modestly and appropriately. Beach wear should be saved for the beach. Wear your Sunday Best. As Catholics we believe that God comes down to meet us at every Mass. Shouldn t we dress for the occasion? 6. Show up at least a few minutes early and spend a little time preparing your heart for worshiping the God of the Universe. 7. Cell phones should never be used in Mass for calls or texting. The ONLY exceptions are emergencies (big ones, not everyday ones) and if you are using the phone for readings the lectionary or the said prayers/ responses. 8. When we enter and leave Church, genuflect (or bow your head) toward the Tabernacle. Christ is present for our sake. If someone is physically unable to genuflect, then a bow is sufficient. During Mass, if you pass in front of the altar or tabernacle, bow reverently. 9. Before Mass talking should be done quietly. Some people may be praying. 10. Take loud children to the back. Every parent knows that sometimes the baby is going to have a bad day. Parents with young children should sit on the end of a pew, if you can, so that you can take the child to the back quickly. There is no reason to be embarrassed about having to quiet your child, take the child to the back of the church immediately. It is worse to allow them to disturb others during Mass. 11. Prepare your offering before Mass rather than waiting until the collection basket is passed to you. 12. No bulletin reading during Mass. Imagine if you invited a guest to your house and before dinner (or during) they decided to read a magazine instead of talking to you. 14. Bow before receiving Holy Communion. Remember that you are before your Lord, show your respect with a bow of the head. 15. Do not receive from the chalice if you are sick. This is an act of charity.
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