May 1, 2016

1 de Mayo 2016

St. Mary’s Parish

El que me ama, cumplirá me palabra Mass Schedule and Intentions April 30 - May 6 Saturday 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Annette Hobbs Saturday 5:00 PM ~ Memory of Francis Benson Saturday 7:00 PM ~ Memory of Alejandro Bermudez Rosell Sunday 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Gary Vosper Sunday 11:00 AM ~ For the Children of St. Mary’s Sunday 1:00 PM ~ For the People of St. Mary’s Monday 8:30 AM ~ For the Souls in Purgatory Tuesday 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Sondra Bishop Wednesday 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Kaye Jacobson Wednesday 5:30 PM ~ For the Souls in Purgatory Thursday 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Elise Bennett Thursday 9:45 AM ~ For the Mennonite Home Friday 8:30 AM ~ Friday 7:00 PM ~ For Those in Need of Healing

May 7 - 8 Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday Sunday Sunday

8:30 AM ~ For the Souls in Purgatory 5:00 PM ~ Memory of Katherine Tomcal 7:00 PM ~ Intention for Gerardo Gonzalez Rodriguez 8:30 AM ~ Memory of Sister Regina Rose 11:00 AM ~ Memory of Rita Lake 1:00 PM ~ For the People of St. Mary’s

Mass Intentions & Memorial Candles If you would like to have a Mass offered for a particular Intention or for someone who has died, or if you would like to dedicate a candle to an intention or a loved one, please call the parish office. The stipend for the Mass is $10. The candles are $30 for 1 month, $60 for 6 months, or $90 for one year. Our office staff will help you find an open date and time for a Mass, or available candles for dedications.

On the wisdom of the elders. There was a debate that arose about whether the gentile converts must be circumcised. Paul and Barnabas went to the Apostles and elders to consult about the inquiry. That council held in Jerusalem resolved through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit that the gentiles do not need circumcision to be saved. From the early beginnings of the Church, councils were very vital in the life of the faithful. Through the councils, the Holy Spirit’s direction was known and the issues the Church faced were easily resolved and new light and understanding of the Truth is known. Recently, Pope Francis issued to the faithful people of the Church the Papal Exhortation Amoris Laetitia. This document is output of the Synod of Bishops held in the past year. The Bishops, with the special participation of well chosen lay faithful, gathered in order to talk about current situations and issues that confront the Catholic family. From the sessions, enlightened by the Truth of Christ, guided by the wisdom of the Holy Spirit, the Bishops presented to Pope Francis what the Catholic families of today look like and how they are being challenged by the modern world. Pope Francis affirmed in the document that the Catholic teachings on marriage and family life remains the same. But to minister to our brothers and sisters deeply wounded by different marriage and family problems, church ministers are urged to see each person’s situation with charity and mercy. Priests are asked to journey with individuals who needs pastoral care so that he/she will be able to continue to grow in faith and participate in the life of the Church. The goal is to help them persevere towards holiness. o0o On the Paraclete. Jesus told his disciples that he will send the Spirit advocate when he returns to the Father. What does an advocate does? Contrary to what we know, the advocate is not a counsel in a litigation. The Spirit is advocate in the following terms: “1) It is the continued presence of Jesus on earth after Jesus’ departure to heaven (Jn 14:12, 16).

(2) It is a truth-telling spirit (Jn 14:17; 16:13) that testifies on behalf of Jesus and in defense of him.
(3) It reminds them of things that Jesus said (Jn 14:26) and reveals things Jesus was unable to convey (Jn 16:12-14).”(John J. Pilch) We are the Church of the Spirit advocate. We have life through the life that is breathed upon us by Jesus through the Spirit. With the Spirit, we remain, grow and sustain throughout time. The Spirit strengthens us and allows us to persevere in faith until the coming of Christ. When we do not have the Spirit, we cannot persevere. Let us always seek the Holy Spirit to strengthen, inspire and guide us so that we can persevere in faith. o0o Farewell discourse. Jesus continues to bid his goodbye to us. He has to return to the Father in order to fulfill God’s will. But he does not go to leave us behind for good. He is going to prepare a place for us and he is going to take us up with him at the appointed time. Here we strive to know the way to God. Jesus is the way to God. When we strive to love and live Jesus, when he returns, we will be on our way to the Father with Jesus. o0o Congratulations to our kids. First Communion is a very special time. Jesus told us that his body and blood are true food and drink. When we eat the Body of Christ and drink of the Blood of Christ, we grow spiritually. Growing spiritually means the Body and Blood of Christ make us healthy Christians, making our hearts, minds and spirit be configured to Christ. In so doing, we think, talk and act like Christ. How wonderful if all of us, who grow through Christ’s nourishment, become Christ like. Would not the world become heavenly? En la sabiduría de los ancianos. Hubo un debate que surgió sobre si los gentiles conversos deben ser circuncidados. Pablo y Bernabé fueron a los apóstoles y a los ancianos para consultar acerca de la investigación. Ese consejo celebrado en Jerusalén resuelve esto a través de la inspiración del Espíritu Santo que los gentiles no necesitan la circuncisión para ser salvo. (continua en la pagina próxima)

Desde los inicios de la Iglesia, los consejos fueron muy vital en la vida de los fieles. A través de los consejos, la dirección del Espíritu Santo era conocido y los problemas que enfrenta la Iglesia se resuelve fácilmente y se conoce una nueva luz y la comprensión de la Verdad. Recientemente, el Papa Francisco expide a los fieles de la Iglesia la exhortación papal Amoris Laetitia. Este documento es resultado del Sínodo de los Obispos, celebrada el año pasado. Los Obispos, con la participación especial de los fieles laicos bien elegidos, se reunieron con el fin de hablar sobre las situaciones actuales y los problemas que enfrenta la familia católica. De las sesiones, iluminados por la verdad de Cristo, guiados por la sabiduría del Espíritu Santo, los obispos presentaron al Papa Francisco de como se ven las familias católicas de hoy y cómo están siendo desafiados por el mundo moderno. El Papa Francisco afirma en el documento que las enseñanzas de la Iglesia sobre el matrimonio y la vida familiar sigue siendo el mismo. Sino para servir a nuestros hermanos y hermanas profundamente heridos por diferentes problemas matrimoniales y familiares, se insta a los ministros de la iglesia para ver la situación de cada persona con la caridad y la misericordia. A Los sacerdotes se les pide que caminen con individuos que necesita cuidado pastoral para que él / ella sean capaz de seguir creciendo en la fe y en la vida de la Iglesia. El objetivo es ayudar a perseverar hacia la santidad. o0o En el Parácleto. Jesús dijo a sus discípulos que él enviará al Espíritu defensor cuando regrese al Padre. ¿Qué hace un abogado? Al contrario de lo que sabemos, el abogado no es un abogado en un litigio. El Espíritu es abogado en los siguientes términos: "1) Es la continua presencia de Jesús en la tierra después de la partida de Jesús al cielo (Jn 14:12, 16). (2) Es un espíritu de la verdad (Jn 14:17; 16:13) que testifica en nombre de Jesús y en defensa de él. (3) Se les recuerda cosas que Jesús dijo (Jn 14,26) y revela que Jesús era incapaz de transmitir (Jn 16: 12-14). "(John J. Pilch) Somos la Iglesia del Espíritu defensor. Tenemos la vida a través de la vida que se respira en nosotros por Jesús por medio del Espíritu. Con el Espíritu, seguimos, creciendo y conservando a través de tiempo. El Espíritu nos fortalece y nos permite perseverar en la fe hasta la venida de Cristo. Cuando no tenemos el Espíritu, no podemos perseverar. Tengamos y busquemos siempre al Espíritu Santo para fortalecernos, inspirarnos y guiarnos a nosotros para que podamos perseverar en la fe. o0o Discurso de despedida. Jesús continúa para hacer una oferta su adiós a nosotros. Él tiene que volver al Padre con el fin de cumplir la voluntad de Dios. Pero él no va a dejarnos atrás para siempre. Él va a preparar un lugar para nosotros y que nos va a llevar con él a la hora señalada. Aquí nos esforzamos por conocer la manera de Dios. Jesús es el camino a Dios. Cuando nos esforzamos por amar y vivir para cuando Jesus regrese, estaremos en nuestro camino hacia el Padre con Jesús. o0o Felicitaciones a nuestros niños. La Primera Comunión es un momento muy especial. Jesús nos dijo que su cuerpo y su sangre son verdadera comida y bebida. Cuando comemos el Cuerpo de Cristo y bebemos de la Sangre de Cristo, crecemos espiritualmente. Crecer espiritualmente significa que el cuerpo y la sangre de Cristo nos hacen cristianos sanos, haciendo que nuestros corazones, mentes y espíritu configurarse a Cristo. De este modo, pensamos, hablar y actuar como Cristo. Qué maravilloso sería si todos nosotros, que crecemos a través de la alimentación de Cristo, nos convertiríamos como Cristo. El mundo se convertiría en un mundo celestial?

Healing Mass Friday May 6th at 7pm Misa de sanación el 6 de Mayo a las 7p Prayer Corner  Please keep all those who are in the military, or are ill or suffering in your prayers. For those who are ill or homebound: Bernie, Albert Miller, Paulita de Hernandez, Tom Barnes and those struggling with cancer and other illnesses or upcoming surgeries We pray for peace throughout our entire world. We remember our family members and friends who are serving the military: Andy Borst, Michael Pennington, Thomas Hellman, Kennon Whyte, Mike Andre, Nathan Nofziger, Trisa Engel If you would like to add the name of someone who is serving in the military, please call the office.

Offertory Update Week Ending 4/24/16 General Collection: $9,509 Building & Maintenance: $98 Raise the Roof: $436 Local Charities: $10 Catholic Education: $55 Hispanic Ministry Collection: $894 Thank you for your support of St. Mary’s Parish through your prayers, good wishes and gifts of time and money. If you would like to use envelopes or EFT to make your donations, please contact the parish office. Thanks!

Snacks for Packs (S4P) This is a food program administered by Fish and approved by Greater Albany Public Schools (GAPS). It provides packs of nutritious, child-friendly “snacks” to students attending a GAPS school, and who are identified as experiencing food insecurity, to consume on the weekends while away from the schools’ breakfast and lunch programs. Fish would love if the parishioners of St. Mary’s would contribute granola bars and cereal bars. There will be a Fish collection barrel near the back entrance off the playground parking lot to put them in. This will run over the next couple weekends, so if you can’t help out today, please bring some in any time up thru May 8th. Thank you.

Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament The Ascension of the Lord - May 5 "Ascending once again to the Inaccessible Light… you remain still in the 'valley of tears', hidden beneath the appearances of a white host." (St Therese) "When He ascended into heaven the majestic flow of the Blood of Jesus did not cease on this earth; it still flows in an ever- widening stream through untold centuries of grace….in the Blessed Sacrament." (Pope Bl. John XXIII) Please join us for Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration is available in the chapel 24 hours every day. For adoration outside of the 24hour regular Thursday schedule, call the office for instructions and to enlist. Everyone is welcome. Spend as much or as little time as you can. Thank you for offering our Lord this special hour. Expect God's blessing, and give Him thanks. On Friday, May 27th, any Corvallis Dutch Bros. will donate $1 for each drink purchased to the Pastoral Counseling Center! This is an easy way to contribute to a wonderful cause - that is, providing competent, compassionate counseling to anyone who needs it! Look for coupons in the vestibule.

Holy Family on the Move The next to receive the statue of the Holy Family will be Joe & Kathy Reilly.

RACHEL’S VINEYARD For some, it may seem like their abortion is an event totally left in the past, yet vast evidence shows that abortion has long-lasting, life-altering affects in the lives of women and men who have experienced it. To feel, deal, and heal from abortion(s), attend a life-changing Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat. Contact Project Aurora for information about the April 8-10, 2016 retreat near Medford: 541-942-2861 or email [email protected]. Para Espanol ilamada a Araceli 541-621-7047. www.project-aurora.org

Esperanza Para Las Madres La depresión después del parto Grupo de Apoyo en español En el Boys and Girls Club de Albany los Miércoles de 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar al 541-812-4303 o al 541-768-5772 pregunta por Rocio

St. Benedict Lodge: Women’s Prayer Day Tuesday May 31, 2016 9:30 am - 4 pm Theme: Thank God for Our Common Home Speaker: Susan Kirby Cost: $15 includes morning snack & lunch Contacts: St. Benedict’s 541-822-3572 or Peggy Hayward 541-822-6087; [email protected]

Used Treasure Sale Catholic Daughters "Used Treasure Sale" is coming up June 10th and 11th. We are accepting donations at this time for our sale. This is a major fundraiser for our organization to support many church, local and state programs. Call Linda Townsend at 541-926-6668 for more information and pickup. Tax receipts available on request.

Looking to Hire: Facilities Supervisor Requirements: * 5 years experience in custodial, building, and grounds maintenance * Considerable knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems in a public facility as well as HVAC systems * Proficient in use and care of custodial equipment and supplies * Familiar with OSHA safety requirements relating to parish buildings and grounds to include the storage and use of hazardous materials. This will be a full time-position (36 hrs). Those who are interested may contact Father Aniceto at the office for more details. 541-926-1449

Gracias a todos por ser parte de nuestra familia parroquial de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro (St.Maria) Tenemos 3 eventos en las cuales requerimos de su apoyo y compresión, El primero es la misa de la confirmación el 24 de Abril a las 5:00pm pero los jóvenes y padrinos deberán estar a las 3:00pm en el gimnacio de la Iglesia para la practica también, tendremos la visita de otras Iglesias y el estacionamiento estara muy ocupado y a lo mejor tendremos que estacionarnos una o dos cuadras alrededor de la iglesia y dejar que las personas discapacitadas o de mayor edad se estacionen cerca de la Iglesia. El 1 de Mayo dia de la Primera Comunión la misa sera a las 1:00pm los niños y padrinos deberán estar a las 12:30pm en el gimnacio de la Iglesia. El 5 de Junio sera una misa especial a las 11:00am celebrada por nuestro seminarista Tetzel para entonces recién ordenado Padre en la cual tendremos la visita de familias de otras Parroquias. Muchas Gracias y recuerden que esta es su casa su Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro (St.Maria)

Retrouvaille - Marriage Help Retrouvaille has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential information about or to register for the June 2016 program beginning with a weekend on June 10 - 12, call 1-503-225-9191 or visit www.helpourmarriage.org A little about the weekend retreat: Retrouvaille is a marriage ministry program designed to help couples heal and renew their marriages. The weekend retreat starts with a Mass and ends with a Mass. A priest is present the whole weekend. Different stages of marriage are presented and couples learn different tools to help their communication and their marriage as a whole. The couples then meet weekly for six weeks for a more in depth topics. After the program, couples are welcome to attend our monthly meetings for further support, fellowship, and faith. It is a great help in keeping the marriage and family together!

Come Closer to Catholic Charities. Come closer to Christ. Acércate más a Caridades Católicas y acércate más a Jesús. In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are reminded that Pope Francis has called us to renew our commitment to building communities based on love—to come closer to each other through the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. Each year, Catholic Charities partners with tens of thousands of families and individuals across the Archdiocese to help them find success, prosperity, and opportunity. Please come closer to Catholic Charities, and all those we serve, by giving generously to Catholic Charities 2016 Annual Campaign. There will be a special collection on May 7th and 8th. To donate online please go to www.CatholicCharitiesOregon.org. En este año santo de la Misericordia, recordamos que el Papa Francisco nos ha llamado a renovar nuestro compromiso de construir comunidades basadas en el armor y de acercarnos los unos a los ostros por medio de actos de misericordia. Cada año, Caridades Católicas ayuda a centenas de miles de personas y familias por toda la arquidiócesis a obtener oportunidades de alcanzar éxito y prosperidad. Te invitamos a acercarte más a Caridades Católicas y a todos aquellos a los que servimos, enviando tu generosa donación para nuestra campaña annual del 2016. Esta campaña una colecta especial el 7 y 8 de mayo. Para enviar tu donatión en línea, accede a www.CatholicCharitiesOregon.org.

Marriage Enrichment Presentation… Presentation by Martin Gay, MS, LPC, NCC

St. Mary’s Parish Gathering Space 706 Ellsworth SW, Albany 7:00 – 8:30pm Wednesday, June 1, 2016, Relationship Skills for Couples: Sexuality. In this workshop we’ll examine the strong association between sexual satisfaction and relationship satisfaction, and demonstrate the role of effective communication in fostering sexual satisfaction. We’ll also discuss how differences in sexual desire can be managed, and how changing life circumstances, such as stress and having children, can impact on sexuality. We’ll describe the nature of common sexual problems. We’ll describe and challenge some common myths that may lead to unrealistic sexual expectations. There is no cost, but please call 541-926-1449 to register ahead. Thank you. THE DOORS ARE OPEN FOR YOU The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a ministry to adults who desire to be initiated in the Catholic Church. Through RCIA, catechumens learn more about the Catholic faith.

The RCIA is for:

Adults who have never been baptized Adults who are baptized in another Christian tradition

Please contact Ace Tupasi @ (541) 926-1449 or [email protected] for more information. Thank you.

Tetzel’s Celebration June 5th beginning at 11am Tetzel will be celebrating a Mass of Thanksgiving for becoming a priest on Sunday, June 5th at 11am. Immediately following there will be a reception in the Gathering Space and the Gym. There are many groups who are jumping in to plan, cook, set-up and clean-up, but we do still need help with meeting costs. This is going to be a very big event, so help with the costs would be highly valued. Please fill out the information below and put it in an envelope with cash or check (made payable to St. Mary’s), then drop the envelope in the collection plate or bring it by the office. If you wish to use a credit card, please call Joni at the office 541-926-1449. Thank you so much for helping make this a terrific day of Thanksgiving for Father Tetzel! NAME ________________________________________________ Phone _____________________ EMAIL ________________________________________________ Amount $___________________

Larry Beary is retiring! He has been working for Our Lady of Perpetual Help for about 15 years. Join us in the Gathering Space on May 15th at Noon for a reception to thank him for all he has done and to celebrate his new (hopefully relaxed) future. If you are interested in helping with the event, please call the office and speak with Marty. 541-926-1449

Notice of Upcoming Big Events & Crowded Parking Just to give everyone a heads-up about crowded seating and parking conditions for the following dates & events: May 1st - First Eucharist Masses will be at 11 am & 1 pm with receptions after each June 5th - Graduation Mass will be at the 8:30 am Mass with a reception following, then Tetzel will have his Thanksgiving Mass as a new priest at 11 am, with a LARGE reception to follow. On both of these days, participants can expect snug seating and packed parking. With the receptions between, there won’t be the usual clearing of cars between Masses. We recommend those who have the option of attending Saturday evening Mass instead of the ones mentioned above may not only be more comfortable, but would also lighten the load for participants in the big events. Anyone who will be attending the big events - maybe you can work out carpooling? Or - just expect to park a ways out. We hope to block off more parking for those who need to park closer for health reasons. Please respect any cones or signs that are posted. Thank you for your understanding.

Upcoming Special Activities at Masses Crowning of Mary - May 8th The crowning of Mary will take place before the 11am & 1pm Masses on May 8th. Corpus Christi - May 28th & 29th The 8:30am & 1pm Masses will end with a procession around the outside of the church property after. The procession will be around the inside of the church for the Saturday evening Masses and the 11am Mass

Youth Fundraiser for Steubenville NW Youth Conference Coming Soon!

Delicious Tamales for Sale!

Sold by the dozen - $20 per dozen

Lovingly made by the Parents with the help of the youth who will attend Steubenville NW this July! 3 different varieties:  Chicken with green sauce  Pork with red sauce  Veggie with potatoes, bell peppers, carrots and cheese Pre-order in advance! (Order form below.) Return your order & payment to the parish office or put it in an envelope and drop it in the collection basket during Mass. All proceeds will help the youth to live this retreat to learn more about their faith. Tamales will be ready for pick-up May 14-15 after Masses. Thank you for your support! NAME.____________________________________________________________________ PHONE NUMBER_______________________________ EMAIL _____________________________________________ WHAT KIND(S)________________________________________________________________ HOW MANY DOZENS_____________________________ AFTER WHICH MASS WILL YOU PICK UP YOUR ORDER ________________ If you are paying by check please make it to the St Mary’s Church; if by credit card, call the office and speak with Joni.

Esta venta es para los jóvenes que asistirán al Steubenville NW Conference Proximamente!

Venta de deliciosos Tamales!

A $20 la docena

Hechas con amor por los padres y con la ayuda de los jóvenes que asistirán al Retiro de Steubenville este Julio! 3 tipos: . Pollo con salsa verde . Puerco en salsa roja . De Verdura que lleva ,papas,Zanahoria, bell peper y Queso Puede ordenar con anticipación rellenando este forma. Puede llevar la forma y el pago a la oficina o ponerlo en un sobre y echarlo en la canasta de la colecta. Todo lo recaudado ayudara para que los Jóvenes vivan este Retiro para conocer mas su FE. Usted podra recoger los Tamales el dia 14 y 15 de Mayo despues de la Misa. Muchas gracias por su apoyo NOMBRE___________________________________________________________________ NUMERO DE TELEFONO___________________________ EMAIL ____________________________________________ CUAL VA ORDENAR _________________________________________________________ CUANTAS DOCENAS_________________________________________________________ DESPUES DE CUAL MISA LE GUSTARIA RECOGER SU ORDEN _____________________________

Si va pagar con cheque favor de hacerlo a nombre de la iglesia Santa Maria. Si va pagar con tarjeta llamar a la oficina para hablar con Joni al 541 926 1449

Sponsor a Youth for Steubenville NW Steubenville NW is a weekend for youth just coming to know God, and for those yearning for a deeper relationship as a disciple of Christ. There are dynamic speakers, healing prayers, stirring music and worship. How you can help: Not all youth can afford to make the trip. We don’t want lack of funds to impede a youth’s chance to grow closer to God. If you are able to donate funds for Steubenville NW, please do. The cost per youth is $300, which includes transportation, meals, entry, & a T-shirt. All donations of funds from $5 – $300 or more will be gratefully accepted. Fill out the form below, put it in an envelope and drop it in the collection basket, or bring it by the office. If you make out a check, please make it payable to St. Mary’s. If you wish to use a credit card, please call the office and speak with Joni 541-926-1449. Thank you so much!

NAME ________________________________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________ EMAIL ________________________________________________________________________________ Amount donating $__________________________________

Patrocina a los Jóvenes a Steubenville NW Steubenville NW es un fin de semana para los jóvenes puedan llegar a conocer a Dios, y para aquellos que buscan una relación más profunda como discípulos de Cristo. Habra presentadores dinámicos, oraciones de sanación, música y culto. Como puede ayudar: No todos los jóvenes puede permitirse el lujo de hacer el viaje. No queremos que la falta de fondos impida la probabilidad de que un joven crezca más cerca de Dios. Si usted es capaz de donar fondos para Steubenville NW, por favor. El costo por joven es de $ 300, que incluye transporte, comida, entrada, y una camiseta. Cualquier cantidad de donación desde $ 5 - $ 300 o más serán aceptadas con agradecimiento. Rellene el siguiente formulario, lo pone en un sobre y lo pone en la canasta de la colecta, o traerlo a la oficina. Si hace un cheque, por favor hágalo a nombre de Santa María. Si desea utilizar una tarjeta de crédito, por favor llame a la oficina y hable con Joni al 541-926-1449. Muchas gracias! NOMBRE ______________________________________________________________________________ Teléfono ___________________________________________ CORREO ELECTRÓNICO ___________________________________________________________________ Monto a donar $_____________________________________

YOUTH MINISTRY ~ MINISTERIO DE JOVENES Congratulations! Felicidades!

MS & HS School Youth Group Sunday, May 1 & May 15 6:30-8:00 pm

Congratulations and best wishes to all the youth who received the Sacrament of Confirmation last Sunday! God bless you!

All MS & HS Youth Welcome! Todos los jóvenes de secundaria y preparatoria son BIENVENIDOS!

Final Candidate Sessions Meet This Sunday, May 1 Confirmation (Eng) 9:45-10:45 am in the youth loft Confirmacion (en Español) 11:30 am–12:45 am in the youth loft

Thank you! Gracias! Special thanks to everyone who helped with the Confirmation Mass and Reception! We appreciate you so much and the day was even more special because of you!

SAVE THE DATE!

Graduation Mass and Reception June 5 - 8:30 am Calling all graduating HS seniors! 

Meet in the Gathering Space at 8:10 am so you can all process in together.

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Wear your cap and gown! We will let your school know that you are participating so you may pick yours up the Friday before.

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Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 19th.

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Contact the Youth Ministry Office at 541-905 -3491 or email [email protected].

Calling all Catholic Young Men, Ages 13-17!

Quo Vadis Days 2016 Archdiocese of Portland June 20-23

Information and permission forms are available on the youth bulletin board. You won’t want to miss it!

A special reception in your honor will follow the Mass. Everyone is WELCOME!

“Old Traditions Made Anew” To Parents of St. Mary’s High School Sophomores and Juniors We’re bringing back an old tradition and we hope you will help! Plans are underway for this year’s Graduation Mass and Reception and we couldn’t be more excited! Years ago, it was a special tradition that the parents of our high school juniors helped plan and host the graduation reception at our parish. What a great way to honor our grads who have worked so hard and know that others will do the same for your teen when they graduate! This year we’d like to invite our 10th grade parents to help too! (Next year, will invite our 9th grade parents to do the same for our Confirmation Reception! We can’t wait!) Please contact Cherrie in the Youth Ministry Office for details and join us for this exciting opportunity to honor our grads! Thanks!

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Welcome!

May 1, 2016

6th Sunday of Easter

Father Aniceto Guiriba, Administrator, ext 338 Father Leonard Omolo, ALCP, Parochial Vicar, ext 338 Administrative Assistant to the Priests: Teresa Middlemiss, ext 338 Parish Office: Marty Kloeck (AM), Rachel Farmer (PM) Business Office: Joni Siewell, ext 305 Music Director: Nancy Higgins, ext 304 Elementary Religious Education Director: Suzanne Duda, ext 344

Youth Coordinator: Cherrie Barnes, ext 315 Adult & Young Adult Religious Education Director and Liturgy Coordinator: Ace Tupasi, ext 331 Office hours Tuesday- Friday ~ 9 to Noon & 1 to 4 PM Parish Office: 541-926-1449 Emergency Phone: 541-220-0634 Fax: 541-926-2191 Email: [email protected] web site: www.stmarysalbany.com

WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday 5:00PM English, 7:00 PM Spanish; Sunday 8:30AM English, 11:00 AM English, 1:00PM Spanish DAILY MASSES: Monday to Saturday 8:30AM, Wednesday 5:30PM, 1st Thursdays @ 9:45AM in Mennonite Home Chapel CONFESSIONS: Wednesday 9:15AM - 5PM, Saturday 3:30 - 4:30PM, 6:15 - 7:00PM, Sunday 7:30 - 8:30AM, 10:00 - 11:00AM, 12:15 - 1PM NOVENA to Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Communal Recitation 8:00-8:30AM and 5:00-5:30PM, personal recitation all day Wednesday in the chapel (Novena booklets available in both languages.) ADORATION: Thursday 9:00AM to Friday 8:15AM, Benediction Friday 8:15AM

In Times of Need PRAYER CHAIN: Fran Pace, [email protected] PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: if you would like a prayer shawl for someone who is ill or experiencing a loss, please contact Carol Hawke at 541-926-2106 or [email protected]. RETROUVAILLE / REDISCOVERY OF OREGON: for couples whose marriages are experiencing pain or communication breakdown. 1-800-470-2230 or www.helpourmarriage.com. BEGINNING EXPERIENCE: weekly support meetings and weekend retreats to aid in healing and beginning again for the widowed, divorced and separated or anyone experiencing the death or loss of a friend or relative. 503-393-2361. Bienvenidos a su casa a su iglesia Santa Maria Asistentes en el Pastoral del Ministerio Hispano Marciano y Honorina Lopez 541- 619-1504 Los Sacramentos en español : Bautismo: Marcos y Aracely Rodriguez; Anselmo Nunez Primera Comunión: Suzanne Duda Boda: Humberto y Susana Martínez 541-971-2698 Quinceañera: María Chavez Confirmación: Marciano y Honorina Lopez Catecismo para Adulto: Antonio Reyes - Domingo de 11:20 am a 12:40 pm Representante del Consejo Pastoral: Marisol de la Torre Para preguntas llamar o venir a la De Martes a Viernes de 1:00pm a 4:00pm 541-926-1449 o al 541-619-1504

Horario de las Confesiones son: Miércoles : De 9:15am a 5:00pm Sábados : De 3:30pm a 4:30pm y 6:15pm a 7:00pm Domingo : De 7:30 a 8:30am, 10:00 a 11:00am, y 12:15pm a 1:00pm Horario de las misas en español Sábado: 7:00pm Domingo 1:00pm Aquí en nuestra parroquia tenemos grupos de oración y evangelización. Los invitamos a formar parte de esta familia parroquial . Lunes grupo de oración en la capilla a las 7:00pm Martes grupo San Juan Diego para hombres a las 7:00pm en la casa Guadalupe Miércoles grupo San Juan Diego para mujeres a las 7:00pm en la casa Guadalupe Viernes grupo Apóstoles de la palabra a las 7:00pm en la casa Guadalupe