November 20, 2016 St. Patrick Catholic Church 140 Church St., Portland, MI 48875 Phone: 517-647-6505 Fax: 517-647-7807 parishof#ice@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: Reconciliaon: Eucharisc Adoraon: 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 Mon.-Fri.: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Friday 7:30 am Closed 12:30 pm-1:00 pm for lunch Wed. evening: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 2 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN Masses for the Week of November 20, 2016 Mon. 11/21 Tue. 11/22 Wed. 11/23 Thu. 11/24 Sat. 11/26 Sun. 11/27 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5; Ps 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Lk 21:1-4 Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr Rv 14:14-19; Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13; Lk 21:5-11 6:00 PM Bruce Cook Weekday Rv 15:1-4; Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 7-8, 9; Lk 21:12-19 7:30 AM For the People Saint Andrew Dúng-Lac, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs Rv 18:1-2, 21-23, 19:1-3, 9a; Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5; Lk 21:20-28 9:30 AM No Mass Weekday Rv 20:1-4, 11 21:2; Ps 84:3, 4, 5-6a, and 8a; Lk 21:29-33 7:30 AM Weekday Rv 22:1-7; Ps 95:1-2, 3-5, 6-7ab; Lk 21:34-36 First Sunday of Advent Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Rom 13:11-14; Mt 24:37-44 SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT SUN THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH November 20, 2016-November 27, 2016 8th grade Faith Formation, 12:45 PM, CIA HQ Small Prayer Group, 12:45 PM, LLCR Church Reserved, 1:30 PM, church HS Youth Ministry, 6:00 PM, CIA HQ Church Cleaning,10:00 AM, Church Eucharistic Adoration, 12:00 PM, Chapel Adult Formation-Ignite, 6:30 PM, Parish Hall Children s Faith Formation Class, 6:30 PM, School Small Prayer Group, 9:00 AM, LLCR Church Cleaning, 10:00 AM, Church Eucharistic Adoration, 12:00 PM, Chapel Parish Office closed evening hours, 6:00 PM Devotions to Our Mother of Perpetual Help, 7:00 PM, Church Thanksgiving Mass, 6:00 PM, Church Eucharistic Adoration, 9:00 PM, Chapel Thanksgiving-Church Closed Parish Office Closed Reconciliation, 3:00 PM, Church First Sunday of Advent Small Prayer Group, 12:45 PM, LLCR Parish Staff (517) 647-6505 For the People Financial Activities Collection the week beginning 11/01 11/07 In Memoriam Parish Office closed Wednesday at Noon for the Holiday weekend
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 3 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN Camelot Restored 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Christ is our king. If you live in a country with a king this sounds like treason. If you live in a country without a king it sounds like mutiny. No matter where you live, it sounds like faith. The image of a king comes primarily from the stories of David, the ideal king of Israel. David ruled many years and his kingship became a kind of Camelot, a perfect period in which the nation flourished and God seemed pleased. David was flawed, of course. He sinned. He ignored God s word. But God still loved him, and David remained an extraordinary example of leadership. David began his reign as the successor to Saul. The elders of the people came to David in Hebron and made an agreement with him that he should be their king. Why did they choose David? He had a good war record. He led the Israelites out and brought them back. He also had a relationship with God, and God appointed him to leadership: You shall shepherd my people Israel and shall be commander of Israel. Because of his exploits and his faith David ruled. David prefigured the reign of Jesus. Jesus exercised his kingship by his wondrous deeds, spellbinding preaching, and intimate prayer with the Father. There is no king but Jesus. Jesus lived out all that David aspired to be, but without sin. As we acclaim Christ our King, we do so knowing he is our model of leadership, prayer and power. Written by Paul Turner. Copyright 2009, Resource Publications, Inc., 888-273-7782, www.rpinet.com. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from Lectionary Bulletin Inserts, Year C: First and Second Readings. ALTAR APPOINTMENTS November 19th & 20th 4:30 PM Ann Marie Pung Fr. Larry King 7:30 AM Elizabeth Chislea Fr. Larry King Fr. Larry King 11:30 AM Nicole Easlick Fr. Larry King 4:30 PM Zakary Arwood, Bret Drake, Alex Fedewa, Mara Schrauben 7:30 AM Samantha Leonard, Samuel Mauren 9:30 AM Matthew Jandernoa, Nathan Lehnert, Lindsey Hodge, Erin May 11:30 AM Jacob Pung, Summer Russman, Marian Pearson, Evelyn Rockey Family Perspective By Bud Ozar Today s gospel reminds us the Kingdom of Heaven is not like Disney s Magic Kingdom. Admission to Christ s Kingdom is paid with the currency of acceptance, forgiveness, attention to the poor and love of one s enemy. STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS F.giving thanks to the Father, who has made you fit to share in the inheritance of the holy ones in light. COLOSSIANS 1:12 God wants us to be happy! Instead of looking at the Ten Commandments as being restrictive and telling us what we can t do, look at them as guides for living a joy-filled and peaceful life. Most of our problems arise when we put our own needs first or spend most of our time trying to acquire things. Try putting God first in all things instead.. Miscellaneous Quotes by Pope Francis This dialogue is what creates peace. It is impossible for peace to exist without dialogue. All the wars, all the strife, all the unsolved problems over which we clash are due to a lack of dialogue. When there is a problem, talk: this makes peace. August 21, 2013 Sponsor of the Week: Tom s Food Center Prayer of the Faithful That we may serve Jesus, Our King, with love and gratitude, generously offering our gifts to help build up the kingdom of God here on earth. Stay connected with our mobile app-download now at myparishapp.com
ST. PATRICK CHURCH Page 4 PORTLAND, MICHIGAN Annual THANKSGIVING PRAYER SERVICE sponsored by PAMA Sunday, November 20 th @ 6:00 PM at the Congregational Church. A Free Will Offering will be taken up and will be used by PAMA to help meet the needs of Portland Community residents. Knights News Upcoming events at the Knights Hall 11/20/16 Bingo at 2:00 P.M. @ Knights Hall 11/21/16 Social Meeting at 8:00 P.M. @ Knights Hall 11/30/16 Euchre Party at 1:00 P.M. @ Knights Hall Congratulations to Mike Cook for being chosen as Knight of the Month for November. Congratulations to Mark and Amy Smith for being chosen as Family of the Month for November. RAISING HOPE DINNER IS NOV. 30: Tickets are available for purchase at the Catholic Charities West Michigan website (ccwestmi.org) for the Wednesday, Nov. 30, Raising Hope Dinner at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, 1000 E. Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. The program's focus this year will be the agency's child welfare programs, especially foster care and adoption. More than 325 at-risk children were placed in a safe foster home last year through CCWM and 85 children found loving forever homes via adoption. The event kicks off with a 6:30 pm reception, followed by dinner and the program. Attendees will also have access to the "Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World" exhibit. Tickets are $150 each. Sponsorships are available by calling 616-551-5663. Christmas Cards for Our Homebound We will again send Christmas cards to the homebound members of St. Patrick Church. We want them to know that they are still part of our parish family, and that we are thinking of them. If you know the names of any homebound parishioners that you think would like to receive cards, please call Karen Stevens at 517/627-7699. CONGRATULATIONS! Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hodge On Your Wedding Day November 11, 2016 They are no longer two but one flesh. What God has joined together, let no man separate. Matt. 19:6 CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATIONS NEEDED - Along with the Christmas Giving Program sponsored by the Portland Community Fund, St. Patrick Parish will collect new and gently used Christmas decorations to share with the families receiving gifts through the annual Angel Tree program. Used artificial trees, tree toppers, ornaments, garland, tinsel, wrapping paper, transparent tape and Christmas lights are needed to help the families have a decorated Christmas tree to put the presents under. Due to safety concerns, we can only accept new lights. Items will be accepted until Wednesday, December 14. Large items can be dropped off in the trailer in the parish office parking lot on Church Street. Small items can be dropped off in boxes in the back of the church. Call Ken Schneider at 517-643- 2749 for more information or questions. CHURCH DRUM SET FOR SALE - $250 IN ORDER TO PURCHASE A REPLACMENT (we need a smaller set), WE ARE SELLING OUR CURRENT SONOR 5 PIECE DRUM SHELL PACK. THIS INCLUDES: mounting brackets and a newer Pearl snare drum. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE: the throne, pedal, cymbal stands or cymbals. To make an offer or to see pictures of what is included, text Sean at 517-526-4315 Trip to Fatima Please join us on our TRIP TO FATIMA in October 2017 for the 100 th Anniversary Celebration of Mary s last apparition. We need 25 people for this trip to go. Please contact Tanya Thelen at 517-204-5706 ortanya@classictravelusa.com for further information Portland Community Fund The Portland Community Fund need your help in making their Christmas Giving Program a success. All families will receive a Christmas dinner and family members 18 and under will receive gifts. The Giving Tree will be in place this weekend. Please take a tag, buy a gift and return it with the tag securely attached by December 11th.
Christ the King Page 5 November 20, 2016 Youth Corner Help! I m a cartoon! Junior High: No Youth Group on the 25th High School: This Sunday, November 20 - Meet at the Congregational Church for the Thanksgiving Ecumenical service. Starts at 6:00 pm. Bring your family! Sunday, November 27 Charlie Brown Thanksgiving feast Sunday, Dec 4 Adoration night Sunday, Dec 11 ASK the DEACON! Sunday, Dec 18 Caroling HmmF apparently this is what I would look like as a cartoon character presenting Ignite. Credit to my daughter, Kaitlyn. Very creative! All 6-12 graders save the date for God Is In Control a Roger Miller original play to be held January 27, 28,29. Want to be in the play? Try outs are Monday November 28th at 7:00 pm at the Portland Playhouse. Everyone who auditions will be in the program! ichallenge: Seeking to see the best in others, brings the best out in us. Up Coming Dates Faith Formation New News November 21st -Bring in food for the Food Drive boxes. November 28th- NO CLASSES (CATECHIST IN- SERVICE) Up Coming Events November 23rd- Feast of Thanksgiving Mass at 6:00 pm. (can count as a make-upday when attended) December 4th- Coffee & Donuts (can count as a makeup day when volunteering) Her drawing had me thinking about caricatures. It s a wonder that people will spend hard earned money for an artist to turn them into an image with their features exaggerated in unrealistic ways. It s all in good fun. No one takes these drawings seriously, after all, the easiest way to dismiss something is to make it look silly, outlandish and irrelevant. I wonder, isn t that what modern culture has done with the Catholic Church? The truth is, the media is selling us a caricature of the Church every day. Are we buying into it? Join us Monday at Ignite for, All Set Afire- Is the Church Still Relevant? Coming Events: Mon. November 21st: All Set Afire - Why the Church Still matters Mon. November 28th: Messengers of God - The Angels Mon. December 5th: They Preferred the Darkness- Demons and Hell Spread the fire! Carolyn Kwiecinski Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation carolynkwiecinski@portlandstpats.com December 12th- Meals at First Congregational Church (4-6 pm) (can count as a make-up day when volunteering)
Christ the King Page 6 November 20, 2016 St. Pat s Hosts College 101 Planning Workshop For many careers today, a high school education is no longer sufficient. Few would argue that point, yet many students go through high school without a good solid plan for college. College planning can be overwhelming, as families grapple with the realities of academic requirements and costs. In addition, many families wait too long to begin planning. Few eighth graders have college on their minds when they sign up for their first high school classes, and yet, that is exactly when the process begins. To help with that planning process, St. Patrick High School is hosting a College Preparation Night in our parish hall. Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 29 at 6:00 p.m. and join us. The event is open to everyone. If you ve attended in the past, we invite you to join us again as we ve been working to make this event bigger and better. Mr. Santos Gutierrez from Lansing Community College and Damon Bouwkamp from Aquinas College will be our two keynote speakers. The itinerary for the evening is as follows: 6:00: College fair (meet with college reps and get information) 6:30: Keynote session 1: Financial Aid and The Community College Experience -Mr. Santos Gutierrez, Lansing Community College 6:55: Keynote session 2: College 101, Tips to Success -Mr. Damon Bouwkamp, Aquinas College 7:30: College fair resumes 8:30: College fair ends Currently, we have 12 colleges coming and two military service units. In addition, we are continuing to work out schedules with additional colleges. Representatives from Central Michigan University, Hope College, Aquinas College, Alma College, Albion College, Oakland University, Grand Valley State University, Olivet College, Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, Grand Rapids Community College, Montcalm Community College, the Air Force, the Marines, and Heartland s Institute of Technology will be available to meet with you and your child. In addition, we will have a college tool kit available for you to take home. We are very excited to host this event. I d like to personally invite you and your student to attend this seminar, so you can begin preparing for this important phase of life. It s never too early to begin! Please do not miss this special opportunity to attend these presentations and the college fair right in your backyard. PSIC Billboard PSIC has officially unveiled our new billboards on M-66 with a blessing ceremony performed by Father Larry. We would like to thank many generous supporters including Portland Right to Life, Emily Mulnix of Blue Lake Studios, Mike Cook for coordinating the project, and Dale and Carol Kramer for allowing us to use their land. The billboards have been redesigned to reflect the recent changes at Positive Solutions Informed Choices. They are designed to reach younger clients who are not sure where to turn when faced with a crisis pregnancy. PSIC intends to be a hopeful place for all individuals. The Billboards are located on M-66 about 1.5 miles south of I96" Visit Aquinas College Aquinas College is hosting two AQDays for all high school juniors and seniors interested in visiting their beautiful 117- acre campus. You re invited to come and discover what life at AQ is all about. Get the inside scoop on academics, athletics, scholarships, service learning, study abroad, and more. Friday, December 2nd: General AQDay (open to all academic majors) Saturday, December 10th: Athletic AQDay (open to student-athletes) Please visit aquinas.edu/undergraduate for more details or to register. Toys for Tots The St. Patrick Catholic School chapter of National Honor Society is partnering with The U.S. Marine Corp Reserve Toys for Tots program to collect and distribute new, unwrapped toys for children in need in Ionia county. Collection boxes are available at the school office, parish hall, and latch key entrances and the NHS bulletin board in the high school hallway. Toys will be collected through December 15th.
Christ the King Page 7 November 20, 2016 New Ways to Give: Through Text Messaging: Text your donation amount to 1-517-641-2226, follow the instructions sent back and complete a one time registration Through Your Computer: Go to www.stpatrickportland.com and follow the New Online Giving link to schedule a recurring donation or a one time donation. Traditional Envelopes Traditional envelopes received quarterly through the mail. If you are not receiving envelopes and would like to, please contact the parish office.