Gaudete Sunday ~ December 15, 2019

LITURGY OF THE WORD First Reading ~ Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10

The desert and the parched land will exult; the steppe will rejoice and bloom. They will bloom with abundant flowers, and rejoice with joyful song. The glory of Lebanon will be given to them, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the LORD, the splendor of our God. Strengthen the hands that are feeble, make firm the knees that are weak, say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God, he comes with vindication; with divine recompense he comes to save you. Then will the eyes of the blind be opened, the ears of the deaf be cleared; then will the lame leap like a stag, then the tongue of the mute will sing. Those whom the LORD has ransomed will return and enter Zion singing, crowned with everlasting joy; they will meet with joy and gladness, sorrow and mourning will flee. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God

BREAKING BREAD (BB) page 40

ENTRANCE ANTIPHON

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, Rejoice. Indeed, the Lord is near.

—Philippians 4:4-5

ENTRANCE HYMN: BB39

PENITENTIAL ACT

I confess to almighty God, and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do,

through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin,

all the Angels and Saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

KYRIE

Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison. Christe eleison. Christe eleison.

Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison.

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RESPONSORIAL PSALM Psalm 146:6-7, 8-9, 9-10

R. Lord, come and save us.

The LORD God keeps faith forever, secures justice for the oppressed,

gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets captives free.

R. Lord, come and save us.

The LORD gives sight to the blind; the LORD raises up those who were bowed down.

The LORD loves the just; the LORD protects strangers.

R. Lord, come and save us.

The fatherless and the widow he sustains, but the way of the wicked he thwarts.

The LORD shall reign forever; your God, O Zion, through all generations.

R. Lord, come and save us.

SECOND READING ~ James 5:7-10

Be patient, brothers and sisters, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient with it until it re-ceives the early and the late rains. You too must be patient. Make your hearts firm, because the coming of the Lord is at hand. Do not complain, brothers and sisters, about one another, that you may not be judged. Behold, the Judge is standing before the gates. Take as an example of hardship and patience, brothers and sisters, the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

Alleluia, alleluia.

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad tidings to the poor.

Alleluia, alleluia.

GOSPEL Matthew 11:2-11

When John the Baptist heard in prison of the works of the Christ, he sent his disciples to Jesus with this question, “Are you the one who is to come, or should

Gospel Continued we look for another?” Jesus said to them in reply, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind regain their sight, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have the good news proclaimed to them. And blessed is the one who takes no offense at me.”

As they were going off, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John, “What did you go out to the desert to see? A reed swayed by the wind? Then what did you go out to see? Someone dressed in fine clothing? Those who wear fine clothing are in royal palaces. Then why did you go out? To see a prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. This is the one about whom it is written: Behold, I am sending my messenger ahead of you; he will prepare your way before you. Amen, I say to you, among those born of women there has been none greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.” The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ.

NICENE CREED

I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth,

of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ,

the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages.

God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father;

through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,

At the words that follow, up to and including “and became man,” all bow.

and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried,

and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.

He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son,

who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins

and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

THE LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

OFFERTORY HYMN: BB82

Presentation and Preparation of the Gifts

Priest: Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God, the almighty Father.

All: May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands, for the praise and glory of his name, for our good, and the good of all his holy Church.

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

SANCTUS

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. Heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest.

MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION

We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your

resurrection until you come again.

GREAT AMEN

COMMUNION RITE

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Deliver us, Lord… For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours,

now and forever.

AGNUS DEI

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis.

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis.

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem.

Preparation for Communion (All Kneeling)

Priest: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the

sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the

Lamb.

All: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof,

but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.

Communion Antiphon

Say to the faint of heart: Be strong and do not fear. Behold, your God will come, and he will save us.

—Isaiah 35:4

COMMUNION HYMN: BB364

RECESSIONAL HYMN: BB38

PRAYERS

PRAYER TO SAINT MICHAEL

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.

May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God,

thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

MEMORARE

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help,

or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother;

to thee do I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,

but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Your faithful And kindle in them the fire of Your love

Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created And You shall renew the face of the earth

O God, Who instructed the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, Grant us in the same Spirit to be truly wise and

ever rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ, our Lord. Amen

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December 15-21

Kiwanis Christmas Baskets (Sandy)

Sunday, December 22

10:00 AM Bilingual Posada Grande Mass (Sandy)

Saturday, January 25, 2020

Oregon Right to Life Rally with Archbishop Sample

Sunday, February 9, 2020

Archbishop’s Annual Appeal Sunday

Saturday, February 15, 2020

6:00 PM Valentine Party (Sandy)

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Ash Wednesday

April 5-12

Holy Week and Easter Sunday

This Week at St. Michael / St. John/ St. Aloysius

Monday, December 16

8:30 AM MASS (Sandy)

Tuesday, December 17

8:30 AM MASS (Sandy)

9:00 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet (Sandy)

10:30 AM-1:00 PM St. Vincent de Paul (Estacada)

7:00 PM Bilingual Penance Service (Sandy)

Wednesday, December 18

11:00 AM MASS (Estacada)

NO PRAYER MEETING (Sandy)

NO RCIA (Sandy)

Thursday, December 19

8:30 AM MASS (Sandy)

9:00 AM-9:00 PM Adoration (Sandy)

10:00 AM- 2:00 PM St. Vincent Boxes (Sandy)

Friday, December 20

9:30 AM Scripture Study (Sandy)

Saturday, December 21

3:30- 4:30 PM Confessions (Sandy)

5:00 PM MASS (Sandy)

Sunday, December 22

8:00 AM MASS (Welches)

10:00 AM Bilingual MASS (Sandy)

NO SPANISH MASS

11:00 AM Posada Grande Potluck

(Sandy)

11:05 AM Rosary (Estacada)

11:30 AM MASS (Estacada)

Guest Priest: Fr. Joseph McMahon

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Penance Services in our Vicariate

Upcoming Events

Christmas Eve & Christmas Masses

Advent Offering for Christmas Flowers

For this Advent season you

have the opportunity of con-

tributing to the flower fund

for our Christmas decora-

tions at each parish. Special

Offering Envelopes are avail-

able in the narthex of each parish.

Thank you for your gifts.

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Offertory Collections — December 1, 2019

Actual Collection Weekly Budget Actual Year-to-date Budget Year-to-date

St. Michael (Sandy) $ 3,977.42 $ 3,076.92 $ 65,383.53 $ 67,692.24

St. Aloysius (Estacada) $ 1,449.00 $ 1,250.00 $ 25,330.39 $ 27,500.00

St. John (Welches) $ 1,647.50 $ 1,442.31 $ 31,065.36 $ 31,730.82

St. Vincent de Paul Food Baskets: (Sandy) Call by Tuesday for Thursday pickup 503-668-3386 YoungLife: (Sandy Airport Lodge) Monday,7-8:15 pm

(Estacada) First & Third Tuesday of each month, 10:30 am-1:00 pm

Prayer Chain: St. Michael (Sandy): Virginia Regalado 503-489-5345 St. Aloysius (Estacada): Joyce Buzzard 503-630-4578

St. John (Welches): Laura Gillin 503-622-3509

St. Vincent de Paul at St. Michael

Ministry Information

Posada Grande Mass & Potluck on Sunday, December 22nd

Solemnity of Mary

Summary Report for November

Pounds of food disbursed: 3,246 lbs.

Total Individuals Served: 111

Funds Dispersed: $3,344.59

Utility Assistance: $2,493.00

Number of Volunteers: 22

Number of Hours: 73

Thank you for your support

during this important season!

God Bless You!

This Week at St. Michael / St. John/ St. Aloysius

ANTÍFONA DE ENTRADA

Estén siempre alegres en el Señor, les repito, estén alegres. El Señor está cerca.

No se dice Gloria.

III Domingo de Adviento - 15 de Diciembre de 2019

Lectura del libro del profeta Isaías 35, 1-6. 10

Esto dice el Señor: “Regocíjate, yermo sediento. Que se alegre

el desierto y se cubra de flores, que florezca como un campo

de lirios, que se alegre y dé gritos de júbilo, porque le será dada

la gloria del Líbano, el esplendor del Carmelo y del Sarón.

Ellos verán la gloria del Señor, el esplendor de nuestro Dios.

Fortalezcan las manos cansadas, afiancen las rodillas vacilan-

tes. Digan a los de corazón apocado: ‘¡Ánimo! No teman. He

aquí que su Dios, vengador y justiciero, viene ya para salvar-

los’.

Se iluminarán entonces los ojos de los ciegos y los oídos de los

sordos se abrirán. Saltará como un venado el cojo y la lengua

del mudo cantará. Volverán a casa los rescatados por el Señor,

vendrán a Sión con cánticos de júbilo, coronados de perpetua

alegría; serán su escolta el gozo y la dicha, porque la pena y la

aflicción habrán terminado”.

Palabra de Dios. Todos: Te alabamos, Señor.

Primera Lectura

Salmo Responsorial

R. Ven, Señor, a salvarnos.

El Señor mantiene su fidelidad perpetuamente,

hace justicia a los oprimidos,

da pan a los hambrientos.

El Señor liberta a los cautivos.

R. Ven, Señor, a salvarnos.

El Señor abre los ojos al ciego,

el Señor endereza a los que se doblan,

el Señor ama a los justos,

el Señor guarda a los peregrinos.

R. Ven, Señor, a salvarnos.

Sustenta al huérfano y a la viuda

y trastorna el camino de los malvados.

El Señor reina eternamente;

tu Dios, Sión, de edad en edad.

R. Ven, Señor, a salvarnos.

Lectura de la carta del apóstol Santiago 5, 7-10

Hermanos: Sean pacientes hasta la venida del Señor.

Vean cómo el labrador, con la esperanza de los frutos

preciosos de la tierra, aguarda pacientemente las lluvias

tempraneras y las tardías. Aguarden también ustedes con

paciencia y mantengan firme el ánimo, porque la venida

del Señor está cerca.

No murmuren, hermanos, los unos de los otros, para que

el día del juicio no sean condenados. Miren que el juez ya

está a la puerta. Tomen como ejemplo de paciencia en el

sufrimiento a los profetas, los cuales hablaron en nombre

del Señor.

Palabra de Dios. Todos: Te alabamos, Señor.

Segunda Lectura

Evangelio

Del santo Evangelio según san Mateo 11, 2-11

En aquel tiempo, Juan se encontraba en la cárcel, y habiendo

oído hablar de las obras de Cristo, le mandó preguntar por

medio de dos discípulos: “¿Eres tú el que ha de venir o tene-

mos que esperar a otro?”

Jesús les respondió: “Vayan a contar a Juan lo que están vien-

do y oyendo: los ciegos ven, los cojos andan, los leprosos

quedan limpios de la lepra, los sordos oyen, los muertos resu-

citan y a los pobres se les anuncia el Evangelio. Dichoso aquel

que no se sienta defraudado por mí”.

Cuando se fueron los discípulos, Jesús se puso a hablar a la

gente acerca de Juan: “¿Qué fueron ustedes a ver en el

desierto? ¿Una caña sacudida por el viento? No. Pues entonc-

es, ¿qué fueron a ver? ¿A un hombre lujosamente vestido? No,

ya que los que visten con lujo habitan en los palacios. ¿A qué

fueron, pues? ¿A ver a un profeta? Sí, yo se lo aseguro; y a uno

que es todavía más que profeta. Porque de él está escrito: He

aquí que yo envío a mi mensajero para que vaya delante de ti y

te prepare el camino. Yo les aseguro que no ha surgido entre

los hijos de una mujer ninguno más grande que Juan el Bau-

tista. Sin embargo, el más pequeño en el Reino de los cielos, es

todavía más grande que él”.

Palabra del Señor. Todos: Gloria a ti, Señor Jesús.

Y finalmente… And Finally...

Aquí hay algunos pensamientos de su pastor. Pueden ser solo intereses aleatorios que me gustaría

compartir. Con suerte, también encontrará algo de interés para usted.

¿Por qué color de rosa para el tercer domingo de Adviento?

Ciertos domingos a lo largo del año litúrgico han tomado sus nom-

bres de la primera palabra en latín del Introito, la antífona de entra-

da a la misa. El domingo de Gaudete es uno de estos días.

El domingo de Gaudete es una celebración alegre. Aunque tiene

lugar durante el período generalmente penitencial de Adviento, el

domingo de Gaudete sirve como un punto intermedio de las prácti-

cas austeras para regocijarse en la cercanía del regreso de Jesús de

tres maneras.

¿Cuándo es el domingo de Gaudete? El domingo de Gaudete es

el tercer domingo de Adviento. La fecha generalmente cae entre el

11 y el 17 de diciembre de cada año.

¿De dónde viene el nombre? El Introito para el domingo de Gau-

dete, tanto en la Misa latina tradicional como en el Novus Ordo,

está tomado de Filipenses 4: 4,5: Gaudete en Domino sempre, o

“regocíjate en el Señor siempre”.

Ropa de sacerdote Al igual que la Cuaresma, el Adviento es una

temporada penitencial, por lo que el sacerdote normalmente usa

vestimentas moradas. Pero el domingo de Gaudete, después de ha-

ber pasado el punto medio del Adviento, la Iglesia aligera un poco el

estado de ánimo y el sacerdote puede usar vestimentas de rosa. El

cambio de color brinda a los fieles aliento para continuar su prepar-

ación espiritual, especialmente la oración y el ayuno, para Navidad.

Decoración Por la misma razón para aligerar el estado de ánimo, la

tercera vela de la corona de Adviento, que se enciende por primera

vez el domingo de Gaudete, es tradicionalmente de color rosa.

https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-gaudete-sunday-542429

Here are a few thoughts from your pastor. They may be just random interests that I would like to

share. Hopefully, you will find something of interest for you also.

Why Rose Color for the Third Sunday of Advent?

Certain Sundays throughout the liturgical year have taken their

names from the first word in Latin of the Introit, the entrance anti-

phon at mass. Gaudete Sunday is one of these days.

Gaudete Sunday is a joyous celebration. Although it takes place dur-

ing the usually penitential period of Advent, Gaudete Sunday serves

as a mid-point break from the austere practices to rejoice in the

nearness of Jesus’s return in three ways.

When Is Gaudete Sunday?

Gaudete Sunday is the third Sunday of Advent. The date usually falls

between December 11 to 17 each year.

Where Does the Name Come From?

The Introit for Gaudete Sunday, in both the Traditional Latin

Mass and the Novus Ordo, is taken from Philippians 4:4,5: Gaudete

in Domino semper, or “rejoice in the Lord always.”

Priest Clothing

Like Lent, Advent is a penitential season, so the priest normally

wears purple vestments. But on Gaudete Sunday, having passed the

midpoint of Advent, the Church lightens the mood a little, and the

priest may wear rose vestments. The change in color provides wor-

shippers with encouragement to continue their spiritual preparation

— especially prayer and fasting — for Christmas.

Decor

For the same reason of lightening the mood, the third candle of

the Advent wreath, which is first lit on Gaudete Sunday, is tradition-

ally rose-colored.

Source:https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-gaudete-sunday-542429

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