St. Philip Neri ParishThe Northwest Paulist Center

for Evangelization & Reconciliation

2408 SE 16th Avenue | Portland, OR |97214-5334www.stphi l ipneripdx.org

Parish Office 503.231.4955 | Fax 503.736.1383

Guided since our founding in 1912 by the missionary vision of thePaulists’ committed to the mission of Jesus, and dedicated to be

welcoming to all, we, the community of St. Philip Neri, strive to reachout, to reconcile and to promote unity for all God’s creation through

worship, education, and service toward the common good.

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time August 31, 2014

SAVE THE DATE – PARISH PICNICThe picnic will not be complete without YOU! Plan nowto attend on Sunday, September 7 after the 9:30amMass. Parish provides hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, &soda. Pot luck for side dishes, salads, & desserts.Signup sheets are on the back counter to let us knowwhat you will bring.

Volunteers are still needed to help set up, tear down,serve, grill & clean up. Please sign up – we need toknow how many will be helping set up the event.Many hands make light the work.

POPE FRANCIS“Don’t be observers of life, but get involved. Jesus didnot remain an observer, but he immersed himself. Don’tbe observers, but immerse yourself in the reality of lifeas Jesus did.

WE ARE GLAD YOU ARE HERE!If you are new to the parish, visiting from across town or from across the country, welcome & thank you forworshiping with us! Fill out one of the Welcome Cards in the pew racks and drop it in the collection basket

or give to one of the priests. Stop by after Mass and introduce yourself.If you have any questions, please contact anyone on staff.

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday August 31, 2014

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR and MASS INTENTIONSSunday, August 31st: 9:30am Mass †Josephine Healy Church

10:30am Mass Deaf Community Mass ChapelMonday, September 1st: 8:00am Mass For the people in the Mideast ChapelTuesday, September 2nd: 8:00am Mas Eulalia Johnson ChapelWednesday, September 3rd: 8:00am Mass For all Souls ChapelThursday, September 4th: 8:00am Mass Tom Archer ChapelFriday, September 5th: 12:10pm Mass Mary Jane Navarra ChapelSaturday, September 6th: 8:00am Mass Stephen Chang-Seop Oh Chapel

4:00pm Mass For all who minister to others ChurchSunday, September 7th: 9:30am Mass The Community of St. Philip Neri Church

10:30am Mass Deaf Community Mass Chapel

Please fill out a Mass Intention Form (located in the foyer of the Church) if you would like a Mass celebrated foryou, for an anniversary of death, birthday or marriage, or some other special event. You can also call the office.

Church cleaning for September 1-7, Marie Tedesco & Joanne Dindia

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Mondays 9:00am – Noon Tuesday through Friday 9:00am – 4:00pmOffice: 503.231.4955

PARISH STAFFPastor, Director of the NW Paulist Center Director of Faith Formation

Fr. Charlie Brunick, CSP, x 118, frcharlie@stphilipneripdx.org Barbara Harrison, x107, barbarah@stphilipneripdx.orgParochial Vicar Business Manager

Fr. Michael Evernden, CSP, x114, mecsp@mac.com Jeanne McPherson, x 103, jeannem@stphilipneripdx.orgParochial Vicar Office Manager

Fr. Bill Edens, CSP, x113, frbill@stphilipneripdx.org Rose Wolfe, x101, rosew@stphilipneripdx.orgMaintenance and Grounds

Edward Danila, edwardd@stphilipneripdx.org

BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS: Deadline is Tuesday at Noon (unless otherwise announced)

Next Sunday’s Scripture Readings:Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 7, 2014Reading 1, Ezekiel 33:7-9

Responsorial Psalm, Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 (8)Reading 2, Romans 3:8-10Gospel, Matthew 18:15-20

What is a “Paulist” priest?How are they different from a Franciscan, a Jesuit, aDiocesan priest? Who are the Paulists for us? Fr.Charlie will present a 3 part series to explain how thePaulist priests are unique in their mission and goals.Each session will be in the church from 10:45 – 11:45am following the 9:30 am Mass.September 28: Who is ‘Servant of God’ – IsaacHecker?October 12: The Mission and Charisms (gifts) ofthe Paulist FathersOctober 26: The Paulist Associates –Collaborators in MissionThis is a wonderful series, an opportunity to learn moreabout the community of priests who have served us forover 100 years, and you won’t want to miss any of thepresentations.

Hecker Quote“The highest aim of humanity is to live for God, and tolabor for the universal welfare of humankind. Nothingless than this can satisfy a person’s noblest instinctsand fill that person’s large heart. The human minddemands to know universal truth; the heart cravesuniversal love; the will demands to act for universalends.”From The Paulist Prayer Book

How much do you know about Paulist history? Whatdoes it mean to be a Paulist parish? Why do you attendSt. Philip Neri?

PARISH PRAYER BOOKSWe have been asking for people to submit their favoriteprayers for a prayer book. We plan on putting thesebooks in the pews for people to use for personal prayerbefore and after Mass. Our goal is to have them readyby Nov. 1. Please submit prayers to Barbara Harrisonbarbarah@stphilipneripdx.org or Rose Wolferosew@stphilipneripdx.org by October 15.

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday, July 31, 2014

Pastoral CornerI’d like to give an update on my missionary activity. To me, being a missionary means that you join people in whatthey love to do and you learn about their lives. It means going where their creativity takes them. On Friday night Iwent to Kell’s Irish Pub on SW Third, near Burnside. Great Irish music, the pub was jammed. Lots of Catholics, Isuspect. I chatted with a young man for awhile and then turned to see a young lady leading her boyfriend to thestage. He was dragging a ball and chain! There was a big heavy bowling ball connected to a chain, connected tohis ankle. I said to my friend, “what is this???” He said “Can’t you tell? They’re getting married!”

This past week I stumbled into Eugenio’s on Division St. On Wednesday nights they have open mike. I waswearing my clerical collar, as I usually do, and was introduced by Steve, who’s in charge of the acts, to the peoplepresent, as the new priest at St. Philip’s. Steve is the gatekeeper to the microphone. People tell me he goes bythe nickname “Pearly.” I told him he was the “pearly gate” to the microphone. He told me that was a newone! After a number of acts finally a jam session began to take shape. People with various instruments beganjoining the act on stage. They began singing Beatles songs, so I went up and joined them in singing. Afterwards anumber of people said to me they were glad I was there, that having a priest in the house made them feel good.They started talking about Pope Francis and how much they love him.

On Sunday I went to the “Sundae - Portland's Ultimate Summertime Patio Party.” It was performance DJ’s and alot of people out on the back patio of East Bank Saloon on Grand Ave. D.J. Wicked had pulled together several DJ’sand about 100 people. He promotes a welcoming atmosphere. No bad lyrics about women or cops or drugs. (Hismother was helping to run the event, and she said the name D.J. Wicked doesn’t quite do him justice.) The crowdwas mixed, Afro/Anglo/Latino/Asian. They were giving out free ice cream. There was a great vibe and everyonewas swaying to the music. Then the dance floor cleared off and individuals went to the center of the floor to struttheir stuff. They took turns, so I decided to take a turn also. I threw down a few break dance moves I’ve learnedover the years. Lots of cheering ensued. People came up to me and said how glad they were a priest had come. Igave out two of my cards upon request. Several wanted to take photos with me. I can just see these photos goingout on Facebook.... Social networking is key to connecting with the young adult crowd. One thing that amazes meis that people react so positively to the clerical collar. It’s a powerful symbol. Whether that translates into churchattendance, it’s way too early to know. The important thing is to find people in their natural habitats and affirmthem for their gifts. Fr. Bill Edens

ZUPAN’S MARKETSZupan’s Markets will contribute up to 5% of yourpurchases to St. Philip Neri. Sign up by going onlineto: escrip.com. You must register your credit/debitcards to start earning. Our Group ID is: 9612486.

Do you have a family member, a friend,someone in your neighborhood who isinterested in learning more about theCatholic faith? Maybe someone you know isconsidering returning to the church or maybe youwould like to participate in a short ‘continuingeducation’ series. Starting Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7pm we will offer 6 ‘inquiry’ sessions before December.If you are interested, please contact the parish officeor barbarah@stphillipneripdx.org

Sunday Preschool & Children’s Liturgyof the Word (grades 1-5) are scheduled to beginon Sunday, Sept. 21 at the 9:30 Liturgy. We arevery excited that most of our teachers will bereturning so there will be a lot of familiar faces! Weare still looking for one more volunteer for the 4th

Sunday of each month in Children’s Liturgy of theWord. Our in-service will be Saturday, Sept. 6, 9:30-12 and the Commissioning/Blessing of the Teacherswill be Sunday, Sept. 14. Please mark these dates onyour calendar and also prayerfully considervolunteering for the CLWord 4th Sunday position.

PANTRY ITEMS –Remember our pantry when you shop. Donations canbe dropped off at Mass in the barrels in the foyer oryou can drop them by the office. Items needed:Soups, peanut butter, rice, noodles/pasta, cannedmeats, vegetables, fruits, Cup o’ Noodles, & any non-perishable food items as well as toiletry items:toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, brushes,deodorant, shampoo, soaps. As cooler weatherapproaches we could use socks and gloves.