Save the Date October 23rd for the Virtual
48th Annual Neil Kelly Memorial Auction
In 2021, we are focused on hope, gratitude, and recommitment. The success and accessibility of our virtual auction last year energizes us as we gear up for this year's event. We want everything to be as good or better than last year. Your participation is, of course, key in every way. Our team will be calling and emailing you to solicit donations. Please respond as quickly as possible.
Stay tuned for additional details. If you have any questions or suggestions please email Lisa Hatten at lhatten@standrewchurch.com
Welcome back to Sunday Mass: If you are not vaccinated or are under the age of 16 please wear a mask when you come to church. Hand sanitizer is available at the doors and during the sign of peace only have physical contact with people in your own family. Please acknowledge other with a wave, bow, or other gesture.
"Over the last hundred years, the Roman Catholic Church has retrieved an ancient insight that there are no spectators at liturgy, no innocent bystanders. You are essential to the celebration. When the priest presiding at Eucharist calls out 'Lift up your hearts!' his words are Christ’s words, addressed to you. No one else can lift up your heart on your behalf. When we are together as the Church, even on those days when you are discouraged or confused, you may well find your heart rising in Christ to praise the unfailing love of the Creator."
~ From Full, Conscious, Active Participation (edited by Michael R. Prendergast) by Jim Field (December 23, 1950 – July 12, 2010)
Liturgical Ministers: We are in touch with those who have served in various liturgical ministries in the parish. Many ministries were suspended during Covid. Now that we are gradually reopening for Sunday Liturgy we are in need of ministers. Please contact Michael Prendergast mprendergast@archdpdx.org if you are interested in serving in any of the following ministries: Lectors, Ministers of Holy Communion, Sacristans, Ministers of Hospitality/Greeters or ministers of music.
Archdiocese of Portland COVID-19 Parish Guidance June 30, 2021: Offering Masses and Providing Other Parish Ministry during the Ongoing Pandemic. Introductory Statement: Over the last fifteen months, in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, we have adapted the ways we lived our daily lives, as well as the ways we worshiped as a Church. As restrictions are lifted and parishes more fully reopen, our priority, as it has been throughout this pandemic, is to continue to practice our faith while keeping people safe. Pastors are asked to implement these new guidelines with prudence, using sensible public health precautions, and with the safety and wellbeing of their parishioners in mind. These new guidelines, approved by Archbishop Sample and effective June 30, 2021, replace all previous pandemic protocols established by the Archdiocese. The COVID-19 Response Team, and the Pastoral Center will continue to serve as a resource to pastors and parishes as they offer ministry during the pandemic.
Dispensation from the Obligation to attend Mass: Effective Friday, July 16, 2021 Archbishop Sample rescinds the dispensation from the obligation to attend Holy Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation. Canon Law still allows those who are vulnerable, sick, or who have other grave reasons, to miss Holy Mass if necessary. Those unable to attend the Sunday Eucharist for such reasons are asked to honor the Lord in another way that day by watching a livestreamed Mass, praying the rosary, reading sacred Scripture, or otherwise setting aside time to be with the Lord.
General Principles: All indoor liturgical celebrations and faith gatherings are allowed to take place without capacity limitations, social distancing, sign-up systems, or segregation between those vaccinated and those unvaccinated. Masks may be worn but are not required. Implementation of these guidelines is left to the prudential judgment of the pastor.
Parish Ministry: Pastors and their staff and volunteers are encouraged to foster the life and activities of the parish with renewed enthusiasm. This applies to all faith gatherings and parish activities, including sacramental preparation programs, faith formation, bible studies and vacation bible schools.
Liturgical Practices: All previous liturgical restrictions are lifted, except for the following:
1. The Precious Blood will not be offered to the faithful.
2. The Sign of Peace will not be exchanged through physical contact.
3. It is up to the pastor to determine if there will be a presentation of the gifts.
4. It is up to the pastor to determine how the collection will be taken.
5. Holy water may return to fonts.
6. Cleaning after Masses and gatherings is no longer required.
7. Ventilation Good ventilation in churches and gathering spaces is encouraged.
8. Social Gatherings such as coffee and donuts, wedding, and funeral receptions may take place so long as sensible health precautions are taken. This is left to the discretion of the pastor, in consultation with his leadership team.
9. Livestreaming of Masses continues to be encouraged.
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The parish council at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Jesuit-run parish near Georgetown University that President Joe Biden has attended several times since his inauguration, posted a statement to its website saying that the church “will not deny the Eucharist to persons presenting themselves to receive it.” Continue reading the article here.
Michael is retiring!
SAVE THE DATE - SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH - 3 TO 5 PM
Coffee in the Courtyard
This Sunday, we'll serve coffee in the courtyard after 9:30 Mass.
If you are available to help with Coffee and Donuts please contact
Lisa Hatten at lhatten@standrewchurch.com
PROFIT AT GREAT COST: PLASTIC AND THE INTERSECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND RACIAL JUSTICE
More and more these days, consumers are aware of their environmental footprints thanks to advocates, scholars, and even advertising by the verycompanies putting environmentally harmful products on the shelves. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Consumers who are aware of the impacts of certain purchases are certainly more likely to change consumption patterns than those who are generally unaware of the production, consumption, and disposal process. Read more HERE.
Plastic Free July (or Aug) – Be Part of the Solution
A black man stopped last Thursday to tell Fr Dave that he graduated from St Andrew School many years ago. He knew Fr. Gordon Dickey. And, he appreciates our demonstration for racial justice.
Join us each Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 PM
Rent Assistance Is Available
St Andrew has funds available to assist parishioners who are in danger of eviction. If you know of a person or family who needs assistance have them email Lisa at lhatten@standrewchurch.com or Diana at hispanic@standrewchurch.com.
Emergency Services is also helping people who live in our neighborhood with rent and utilities. Please direct people to our pantry office at 4940 NE 8th Ave. This month we are open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 1 PM, closed Fridays until August.
It is with great pain to share that Jose, a member of the Mayan Choir, was drowned on Sandy River during the heatwave last weekend. Jose was just 21 years old. His family has launched this GoFundMe to help with expenses. Please donate if you are able.
As of today, the fund has raised $2,475 of the $5,000 goal. https://www.gofundme.com/f/jose-funeral-expense-memorial-fund Thank you so much.
Diana Ruiz
St Andrew Hispanic Ministry Coordinator
Start Planning for First Communion 2022
Registration for our in person First Communion Program will run the month of September with classes starting Sunday, October 17th. Typically, children are in 2nd grade when they make their First Communion. To download the registration form clickHERE.
For questions pertaining to First Communion contact April Sandoval, Coordinator of Religious Education atasandoval@archdpdx.org.
