St.

Philip Neri Parish

The Northwest Paulist Center
For Evangelization and Reconciliation
2408 SE 16th Avenue

Portland, OR

Parish Office 503-231-4955

97214

Fax 503-736-1383

Christmas, December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas
from the staff
and the Paulist Fathers.
We extend a special welcome to all those
visiting for the holidays. Thank you for
worshipping with us.
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 reach out, to reconcile and to promote unity for all
Gods creations through worship, education, and service toward
the common good.

Check us out on the web and Facebook.

www.stphilipneripdx.org

ADVERTISER HIGHLIGHT
Holmans has a long history in
SE Portland and has had a
wonderful relationship with St.
Philip Neri and our parish
members. One of the few
funeral homes left in the area
to remain a family owned
business choosing not to join
one of the large national
corporations. You can be
assured that you will receive
the same compassionate care
and experience that is their hallmark.
Holmans has a long history of supporting St. Philip Neri parish
through bulletin advertising, event sponsorship, and printing
event tickets.
Recently Phil Berger, new Prearrangement Counselor, was
invited to speak at our monthly senior gathering. Phil brought
Dan and Cameron for support and to join us for lunch. Phil talked about the importance of pre-planning especially
gathering vital statistic information needed to complete death certificates and the service they provide to keep this
information on file free of charge regardless of who provides your services can be transferred anywhere. The
information was so helpful that several members suggested a tour of their facility. Holmans opened their doors and a
small group joined them to learn more about their facilities. It is not too late for you to take advantage and learn more.
Contact Holmans to get your personal tour and information session. Or you can contact Rose in the office and she can
get you started. Thank you Dan, Cameron, Phil and staff for your welcome. We look forward to many years of
continuing partnership.

WOMENS PANEL DISCUSSION

In February or March we have a Sunday afternoon panel
discussion on:

Common Truths held by our traditions (womens

perspectivesJewish, Catholic, Muslim, Buddhist,
Protestant)

We are waiting for confirmation of date from our panelists, so

details will be announced as soon as they are available. Watch
for more information on this event that is open to all.

SEAFOOD DINNER

PARISH REGISTRATION

Keep an eye out for a Seafood Dinner Volunteer

Meeting in January 2016! We are excited for St.
Philips' 2nd Annual Seafood Dinner and we
appreciate any and all volunteers! We are looking
for a team for set-up and tear-down, kitchen help,
food prep, greeters, etc. If you have any questions
please feel free to contact Tina Marie Jarvis at
tinagattojarvis@gmail.com or Barbara Masdival at
masvidal@spiritone.com !

Do you regularly attend St. Philip Neri throughout the year?

Or are you new to the area and looking for a spiritual
home? We encourage you to complete a registration form.
Parish registrations help us know all of our members, plan
programs and develop future planning on demographics of
members. We do not share our membership list so your
information is confidential and only for parish needs. If
you have questions, please call the parish office, 503-2314955. Forms are available in the brochure racks in the
church foyer.

The dinner will be held on Saturday, March 12 so

put this date on your calendar and plan now on
joining us for a great meal.

PARISH GROUPS & MINISTRIES

ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Throughout the year a variety of opportunities are offered for adults to assist in our spiritual journey. This coming
Winter/Spring we will offer Heal Relationships in Lent with Pope Francis. These once a week gatherings (large
group/small group discussions based on Laudato Si) are designed to guide us into healing relations with ourselves, each
other, with God and with creation. We will start on Monday, Feb.15, 7pm, Carvlin Hall. Also offered this WinterJanuary/February (on a Sunday afternoon) will be a panel presentation on Common Truths held by our religious
traditions. This is a Masters Practicum presenting women from the Jewish, Muslim, Protestant, Catholic, and Buddhist
traditions as they discuss our common beliefs. We have invited Bishop Peter Smith to help us with The Year of Mercy:
personal, parish and beyond. Offered on a Saturday, Bishop Smith with give the main presentation followed by group
discussion and summation. In addition, if you have four or more people---- we are always open to facilitating a Bible
Study.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION GRADES 1-6

We are happy to offer Sunday pre-school (4-5yr olds) and Childrens Liturgy of the Word (grades 1-6) during the Sunday,
9:30am Liturgy. Children are called to the Sanctuary area at the beginning of Mass, Blessed and lead to their separate
class areas. The pre-school uses a designated curricula which helps them identify God the Creator in their daily lives.
They remain in the class area until Mass is over and the parents pick them up. The CLWord is designed to help the
young people understand the Scripture Readings used in the Mass that day. They return to the main church at the
Offertory so that they can be part of the Eucharistic Table.

RCIA
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults): For those---Non-Baptized or Baptized in another Christian Faith--- who are
inquiring about the Catholic Faith as part of their spiritual journey. In these weekly sessions we discuss Scripture,
Catholic Traditions, Creeds, Sacraments, Mary and the Saints, Social Justice Teachings..and any issue that the
participants feel important to their journey. This is also a good transition for people who have been away from the
Catholic Faith for any period of time.

ALTAR SOCIETY
The purpose of our Society is to honor and strive to imitate our Blessed Virgin Mary along with aiding religious and social
activities of the Parish. Our members make arrangements for funeral receptions and weekly church cleaning. With
fundraising efforts such as themed raffle baskets, we maintain our worship space by providing linens, candles, wine,
hosts and vestments. Our most successful fundraiser is the Michael Allen Harrison concert which always jump starts the
holiday season. The organization is open to all women of the parish and meets on the second Tuesday of each month in
Carvlin Hall. Our meetings are a combination of contemplation, service and enjoyment. For further information please
contact, Tina Gatto Jarvis at 503-239-9055, tinagattojarvis@gmail.com or Judy OGieblyn at 971-212-4776,
smirk2004@gmail.com.

B- CATHOLICS
B- Catholics is a group for folks who have been away from the Church and want to reconnect and for active Catholics who
want to explore and deepen their faith. No question is out of bounds. Currently there are members from 4 area Catholic
Churches and others exploring faith and spirituality in general. All are welcome. Each evening has different topic and
stands on its own.
The group meets on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month in the Paulist Center chapel, 16th & Division, on the #4 bus
line and there is plenty of parking. For more information, contact, Fr. Michael mecsp@mac.com, call the office, 503-2314955, or just join us to check it out.

SACRAMENT PREPARATION
Preparation classes for the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and High School Confirmation are offered on
Sundays starting in February. If you have a young person who is interested in receiving any of these sacraments please
register with BarbaraH@stphilipneripdx.org.

PARISH GROUPS & MINISTRIES

SENIOR GATHERINGS
This is a group for those who are 55+ who gather the first Tuesday of each month in Carvlin Hall, 12-2pm. We begin
with a pot-luck followed by a guest speaker at 12:40pm --- or a movieor games Suggestions are always welcome.

PEACE & JUSTICE

The Peace & Justice group meets during the French toast breakfast on the third Sunday of each month in Carvlin
Hall. We address social justice issues in our neighborhood, church and world. Where our presence and action can be of
help, we intervene. Some of our members have recently been involved with issues of homelessness, immigration, gender
equality and wage theft. Some of our members have also been involved in protecting the environment, following the lead
of Pope Francis. We undertake some projects of our own, and we co-operate with other parishes, the Archdiocese, and
anyone of good will determined to involve all our sisters and brothers. Our focus for 2016 is the current plight of
veterans. As our Founder has said, What you to the least of our brothers and sisters, you do to me.

YOUNG ADULTS
Young Adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to participate in Bridges Catholic Young Adult Ministry.
Current scheduled events:
Open Sanctuary on Friday nights. Discipleship Session starts at 6:30pm. Praise and Adoration is from 7:15pm
to 8pm. Join us for quiet reflective time, prayer, live music, and conversation following.
Young Adult Sunday at 9:30am Sunday mass Third Sunday of every month. Young Adults are invited to make
Saint Philip Neri their spiritual home. If you are member of another parish, we encourage you to be loyal to your parish,
but on the third Sunday of the month join us for Mass and the French Toast Breakfast afterwards.
For the following items, contact Fr. Bill Edens at frbill.csp@gmail.com or 510-851-2782
One on One discussions with Fr. Bill. Your choice of informal discussion, Confession, Spiritual Direction, or Discipleship.
Discipleship Training Group. Learn the skills of leading a small faith group in discussion, prayer, and Lectio Divina;
Conduct one on one discussions as a spiritual friend; Share the Catholic Tradition; Multiply through Discipleship. Small
Communities of Faith, Those who have participated in the Discipleship Training Group will be invited to form a small faith
group that involves Scripture reading, Lectio Divina, Sharing on life experience, and one on ones. Video interviews and
interfaith discussion on the Aha moments of life. Starting in January we will convene a group of young adults of all
religious backgrounds, or no religious background, to discuss transcendent moments in our lives, also called aha
moments. We will conduct some video interviews and post them to a website to further the reach of our discussions.

SACRAMENT PREPARATION
Preparation classes for the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and High School Confirmation are offered on
Sundays starting in February. If you have a young person who is interested in receiving any of these sacraments please
register with BarbaraH@stphilipneripdx.org.

SENIOR GATHERINGS
This is a group for those who are 55+ who gather the first Tuesday of each month in Carvlin Hall, 12-2pm. We begin
with a pot-luck followed by a guest speaker at 12:40pm --- or a movieor games Suggestions are always welcome.

WOMENS GROUP
Our Womens Group meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month, 1-3pm in Carvlin Hall. The group is open to women of all
ages, teens and up. Our mission is to provide a spiritual, prayerful and social group that supports and celebrates all
women. Members need not be a member of St. Philip, open to women of all faiths looking for a spiritual and nurturing
group focused on the challenges and joys of being a woman in todays world. For more information, contact, Rose, 503231-4955 or rosew@stphilipneripdx.org or Barbara barbarah@stphilipneripdx.org.