KNOW ~ GROW ~ G O

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH

13715 SW W ALKER R OAD | B EAVERTON , OR 97005 -1017

503 .643 .9528 | WWW . H-T . ORG | PARISH@ H-T .ORG

13715 SW W ALKER R OAD | B EAVERTON , OR 97005 -1017

503 .643 .9528 | WWW . H-T . ORG | PARISH@ H-T .ORG

June 21 , 2020

The Twel f th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASS SCHEDULE

Mon—Fri 8:15am Wednesday 2:15pm (school Mass)

Saturday 5:30pm Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:15am Holy Days 8:15am, 7:00pm

RECONCILIATION

Friday 8:45-9:30am Saturday 4:00-5:00pm

PARISH OFFICE

503.643.9528 www.h-t.org

Mon—Thur 8:00-4:30pm Friday 8:00-2:00pm

SCHOOL OFFICE

503.644.5748 www.htsch.org

Monday—Friday 8:00-3:30pm

COMMUNITY OUTREACH OFFICE

503.641.1842 www.h-t.org/outreach

Tues, Wed, Fri 10:00-12:30pm

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Happy Father’s Day to all our dads! Hard to believe we are fully into summer, but Father’s Day is a good reminder. St. Joseph is the patron saint of dads and I call on him daily in my own prayers for wisdom and guidance in the “father” role I have here in the parish. May each of us seek and follow the guidance that God gives us!

With all the uncertainty we are all living with right now it is even more important that each of us keep ourselves grounded in Jesus and in his mission. He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life: not our government, not any person, ideology, structure, or institution. Please be very alert for ways we are tempted to compromise our faith to become “politically correct” or to avoid scorn among our friends. I urge you to join me in allowing this time of uncertainty to bring about conversion in our lives. Let’s not just slip back into our old ways without serious reflection on what needs change.

These words from Sr. Constance FitzGerald, a Carmelite nun, really spoke to me: “The time will come when God’s light will invade our lives and show us everything we have avoided seeing. Then will be manifest the confinement of our carefully constructed meanings, the limitations of our life projects, the fragility of the support systems or infrastructures on which we depend, and the darkness in our own heart.” May we as individuals, as a faith community, and as a country allow God to do his work fully. Thanks to all who continue to support our parish financially through these times. We had a heartwarming response to my appeal two weeks ago, including another 30 folks who signed up online for regular giving. By the way, our parish also met and exceeded its goal for the annual Archdiocesan Appeal, which we did shortly prior to the C V

shutdown. Well done generous people!

Our Pastoral Council will have two openings beginning this fall. If you are passionate about helping our parish live fully up to its mission — and respond effectively to ways the Holy Spirit is leading us to change and adapt — please let me know!

Finally, a brief update on the Walker Road widening. We have locked in our plan for the necessary adjustments required by the land acquisition, and will be leaving the Food Closet in place and building a new office on the hillside just to the right of the driveway as you come in from Park Way. All of this was complicated due to the amount of property we are losing, new setbacks and Clean Water requirements, and civil engineering findings. Design is currently being finalized and the plan is to get a contractor lined up and begin the permit process this summer. Progress!

Recorded Mass will continue but beginning this weekend will be recorded during the 5:30pm Saturday Mass, so will not be available until 8:00am Sunday morning (or late Saturday night). Signup continues online for Sunday Masses and Daily Masses are available to all without signing up online.

Blessings to Kaitlynn Brower and Ellie Adams, who were baptized last week and this weekend! Congratulations to Madeleine King and Mark Anderson, who were married here on June 19th, and to Junela Tagabuel and Joe Goltz, who were married here on June 20th! Blessings to both couples. Last week, funeral services were held for Joseph Cruz and for Alfred Nieves. May they rest in peace, and may their families find the blessings they need.

GREETINGS FROM F R . DAVE

Saturday 20th 5:30pm +Manuela Lopez

Sunday 21st 8:00am +Joseph Cruz, Sr. 9:30am Holy Trinity Parish 11:15am +Rose Hutchinson

Monday 22nd

8:15am +Jeff Matthews

Tuesday 23rd 8:15am +Manuel Varela

Wednesday 24th 8:15am Continued Healing for Rachelle Romero

Thursday 25th 8:15am +Karen Lowery Daly

Friday 26th 8:15am Improved Health for Howell McClure

The flowers for this weekend are in

loving memory of Jeff Matthews.

M ASS I NTENTIONS

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Hello everyone! Sorry about the interruption to my column last week — Fr. Hans accidently got out of his cage, and it took us awhile to find him and coax him back in. All rectified!

So, two things for you this weekend: one a public service announcement and one a thoughtful quote that Fr. Dave gave me this week. First, the announcement: It’s been 12 or 13 years since we’ve re-keyed any of our buildings. Last fall, we consulted with the Washington County Sheriff’s department on safety and security in general on our campus. Based on that review, and based as well on a number of false building alarms that have happened, we’ve decided that it’s probably time to re-key.

The doors affected include those in the church, the Fireside Room and hallway, and the Parish Office. As of this weekend, then, those of you who have keys to those doors will find that they no longer work, and we invite you to contact Erica in the parish office to see about getting a new key (particularly those of you in charge of our various ministries and others who have need to be in the buildings regularly outside of

office hours). There’s no need to return your old key; you can simply discard/recycle it at this point. Thanks for your help with this, everyone. Now for the quote. This comes from a Carmelite nun in Baltimore whom I’ve never heard of before, but from whom I’d be eager to hear more. Fr. Dave used this quote this week while addressing the school faculty as they prepare to head off for the summer, not knowing what they’ll be returning to in the Fall, what with all of the changing COVID-19 guidelines. I hope you find it as thought-provoking as I did:

The time will come when God’s light will invade our lives and show us everything we have avoided seeing. Then will be manifest the confinement of our carefully constructed meanings, the limitations of our life projects, the fragility of the support systems or infrastructures on which we depend, and the darkness in our own heart.

—Sr. Constance FitzGerald

B RETT ’S TWO C ENTS

Monday 22nd 2 Kgs 17: 5-8, 13-15a, 18| Mt 7: 1-5

Tuesday 23rd

2 Kgs 19: 9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36 Mt 7: 6, 12-14

Wednesday 24th

Is 49: 1-6 | Acts 13: 22-26 Lk 1: 57-66, 80

Thursday 25th

2 Kgs 24: 8-17 | Mt 7: 21-29

Friday 26th 2 Kgs 25: 1-12 | Mt 8: 1-4

Saturday 27th

Lam 2: 2, 10-14, 18-19 | Mt 8: 5-17

Sunday 28th 2 Kgs 4: 8-11, 14-16a | Rom 6: 3-4, 8-11

Mt 10: 37-42

S CRIPTURE R EADINGS

Read Pope Francis’ homily from the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ at: http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/homilies/2020/

documents/papa-francesco_20200614_omelia-corpusdomini.html

PARISH FINANCES

FOR THE WEEKEND OF JUNE 13–14

Offertory $27,235

Additional Gifts $33,430

Food Closet $4,670

Backpacks & Duffel Bags $160

The Way of the Heart

We pray that all those who suffer may find their way in life, allowing themselves to be touched by the Heart of Jesus.

H OLY F ATHER ’ S I NTENTION FOR J UNE

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Fo r k ids, t eens , A ND adults , bec ause e ven gr own -ups have s t uf f t o learn !

FAMILY FAITH REFLECTIONS Chris Storm— cstorm@htsch.org

I’m a nerd. Like many nerds I can watch Star Wars and recite the dialogue word-for-word, but I’m the kind who can also pause any scene, point to a character off in the background, and tell you that character’s name and backstory. I’m extra nerd, and proud of it.

When it comes to my Catholic faith, I bring a little of that same fanboy flavor. My specialty is church history, so I can (and will!) tell you lots of stories of famous saints. Did you know that St. Francis was a failed crusader? Or which saint originally wanted to be an astronaut? (St. Maximilian Kolbe!) Sure, you can tell the story of our church in broad brushstrokes with just a few “major” saints, but to really capture the beauty, humor, and passion of our faith-family, one needs to meet some of the “background” characters too.

For the next few weeks, I’d like to dig into some of those fascinating un-famous saints you might not have met before. In particular, I’ll be looking for saints who represent the diversity of our church — men and women of different cultures and ethnicities. But since I’m almost out of room already, let’s start with an easy one!

St. Jerome is best known as a translator of the Bible. Translating didn’t pay much, however, and Jerome found himself in Bethlehem, hungry, broke, and alone. There happened to be in Bethlehem a wealthy Christian widow, Paula, who lived with a few friends and used her fortune to feed the less fortunate. She met Jerome and, impressed by his knowledge and wisdom, Paula offered to sponsor his translation project if he would visit her house and teach her and her friends a Bible study. But this story isn’t really about him.

Paula and her friends were deeply committed to their faith: they studied together prayed together, worshipped together, and worked together. They organized their entire lifestyle around their little community of faith, and supported one another’s spiritual growth. St. Paula had created the first Christian convent, and she and her friends were the first Christian sisters!

So, the next time you drive by Valley Catholic (on Farmington Blvd. and Murray Blvd.), wave to the sisters and remember St. Paula, whose name is not well known but whose legacy truly is!

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C OMMUNITY O UTREACH Al Schmitt — 503.641.1842 — communityoutreach@h-t.org

HOLY TRINITY FOOD CLOSET IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER.

Food Closet

Last Week 367

Since January 1st 10,369

Backpacks

Last Week N/A

School Year 7,020

NUMBER OF PEOPLE SERVED

Happy Father’s Day! As I was preparing to write this article I began to think about St. Joseph. He’s my go-to guy whenever I feel like I need some extra help being a better Dad or husband. Not much is known about him other than a few references in the Bible. From those references, however, we can fill in a lot of blanks and it’s all good. From the very beginning where he listens to the angel and accepts Mary even though she is carrying Jesus in her womb to the anxiety he felt as he searched for his lost twelve year old in the temple, we know he was always there. It seems like every reference is about his love and care for his family. I can think of no better example for each of us to follow and to teach to our own children and grandchildren.

St. Joseph is actually pretty popular. He is the patron saint of the dying, and of the Universal Church, families, fathers, expectant mothers (pregnant women), travelers, immigrants, house sellers and buyers, craftsmen, engineers, and working people in general. He is so special he has two feast days: March 19th for Joseph the Husband and May 1th for Joseph the Worker. He is considered to be the patron saint of many countries around the world. Not bad for a guy we know so little about.

So Dads, know that you do not need to be a rock star, a world class athlete or some big celebrity. If you are, that’s great; use your platform to change the world. But if you aren’t you can still make a difference. If in doubt, think of humble St. Joseph and all that he did so quietly. Serving God and family doesn’t require a big splash. Faith, humility, compassion and obedience go a long way!

GO, MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

M INISTRY NEWS

The Sanctity of Life & the Dignity of the Human Person

“The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. . . We believe that every person is precious. . .and that the measure of every institution is whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person.” —USCCB

“Whatever insults human dignity, such as subhuman living conditions, arbitrary imprisonment, deportation, slavery, prostitution, the selling of women and children. . .disgraceful working conditions. . .all these things and others of their like are infamies indeed.” —Second Vatican Council and Pope Paul VI, Gaudium et Spes

An examination of conscience from the USCCB: Do I respect the life and dignity of every human person from

conception through natural death? Do I recognize the face of Christ reflected in all others

around me whatever their race, class, age, or abilities? Do I work to protect the dignity of others when it is being

threatened? Am I committed to both protecting human life and to

ensuring that every human being is able to live in dignity?

Watch a short USCCB video and learn more about this Catholic Social Teaching at h-t.org/faithful-citizenship.

F AITHFUL C ITIZENS HIP A Joint Column by the HT Health & Social Justice Ministries

Religious Freedom Week 2020: For the Good of All takes place June 22–29. The Week begins with the Feast of Sts. John Fisher and Thomas More, ends with the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, and includes the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Many resources

are available online to help the faithful pray, reflect, and take action on religious liberty, both here and abroad. Learn more at usccb.org/ReligiousFreedomWeek.

Walking with Moms in Need: A Year of Service Learn more at h-t.org/respect-life-ministry

Did you know? Fathers grieve and mourn when they lose a child, even those who have lost a child before birth. On this Father’s Day, we pray in thanksgiving for the gift of all fathers, especially those who choose life for their unborn children. May all fathers be loving, faithful role-models as they help to lead their children to a deeper love for Jesus Christ. Happy Father’s Day during this year of Walking with Moms in Need!

R ESPECT L IFE M INISTRY Gloria Bernard — 503.579.2562 — globernard2@gmail.com

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SEEL Portland (Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life), a ministry of Jesuits West, is excited to announce that they are able to offer their 2020-2021 retreat as a fully online experience — and applications are now open!

The Spiritual Exercises, developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola (founder of the Jesuit order), are composed of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices to help people deepen their relationship with God. They present a pathway to deeper prayer, good decisions guided by keen discernment, and an active life of service to others.

The SEEL retreat is based on the adaptation of St. Ignatius’ original Spiritual Exercises and 30-day retreat, inviting people to go through the Exercises with the guidance of a spiritual director over a period of nine months while continuing to live their daily lives.

This year’s online retreat will offer one-on-one spiritual direction twice a month, a two-and-a-half hour monthly retreat, small group sharing/listening, and a book for reflection and prayer. Due to the pandemic, SEEL Portland has greatly reduced the overall cost of tuition, and there is financial assistance available as well. No one will be refused because of financial concerns.

The deadline for registration is August 1st. To register and learn more, visit seelportland.org.

S PIRITUAL E XERCIS ES IN E VERYDAY L IFE Janet Buck — spiritualexercises.SEELPDX@gmail.com

HOLY TRINITY

CATHOLIC SCHOOL 503.644.5748 | www.htsch.org

Principal Ashley Sheridan

asheridan@htsch.org

Administrative Assistant Cindy Hittner

chittner@htsch.org

P ARISH A NNOUNCEMENTS & C OMMUNITY E VENTS

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Annulment Advocacy Erin Nieves | erin@h-t.org Funeral Planning Ann Hammond | 503.701.9566 Funeral Receptions Steve Davis | sdavis@h-t.org Homebound Ministry Erin Nieves | erin@h-t.org Prayer Shawl Ministry Linda Dum | 503.642.1168 Prayer Requests www.h-t.org/prayer-warriors

M INISTRIES OF P ASTORAL SUPPORT

P ARISH STAFF Pastor Dave Gutmann | frdave@h-t.org Parochial Vicar Hans Mueller | frhans@h-t.org Business Manager Brett Edmonson | brett@h-t.org Administrative Assistant Erica Wills | parish@h-t.org Bookkeeper Julie Mikkelson | julie@h-t.org Pastoral Assistant Erin Nieves | erin@h-t.org Director of Religious Ed. Chris Storm | cstorm@htsch.org Sacramental Admin. Asst. Pat Linton | pat@h-t.org Community Outreach Dir. Al Schmitt | al@h-t.org Seminarian Intern Tristan Schubert | tristan@h-t.org

Administrative Tony Lucarelli | htadmin@gmail.com Pastoral Michael Rossman | rossman.michael@gmail.com School Eric Hansen | sac@htsch.org

A DVISORY C OUNCILS

First Friday Adoration Mike Prusynski | 503.619.7888 Information Desk Marilyn Palma | marilynpalma@comcast.net Newcomer’s Welcome Betty Drilling | 503.644.8550 Parish Events Monette Mallari | 503.307.3438 Senior Luncheon Kathy Delach | 503.614.9724 Sunday Hospitality Allie Buchanan | mrsrlb76@hotmail.com

P ARISH L IFE

Baptism Pat Linton | pat@h-t.org First Communion Chris Storm | cstorm@htsch.org Confirmation (Teens) Chris Storm | cstorm@htsch.org RCIA Erin Nieves | erin@h-t.org

S ACRAMENTAL P REPARATION

Abuse Survivors Group Anne Church | 503.320.3049 Centering Prayer Group Marilyn M. | jonmarilynm@yahoo.com Christians in Commerce Bob Neubauer | bob.neubauer@hotmail.com Christ Renews His Parish Carol Liebertz | 503.680.0749 Filipino Community Monette Mallari | 503.307.3438 First Saturday Fellowship Kris Young | krisqy@gmail.com Health Ministry Debbie Gray | debbie.a.m.gray@gmail.com Indian Community Pinto Akkara | pintodavis@gmail.com Knights of Columbus David Wills | daw14802@gmail.com L’Arche Portland Liaison Maria Menor | meeps68@yahoo.com

Panache Patty Huntzicker | phuntzicker@gmail.com Respect Life Gloria Bernard | globernard2@gmail.com Social Justice Eileen Sleva | eileen.sleva@gmail.com

C OMMUNITY G ROUPS & M INISTRIES

Grow Group Brett Edmonson | brett@h-t.org Kid Zone Cathie Scott | cathiescott@gmail.com Religious Education Chris Storm | cstorm@htsch.org Wednesday Bible Study Erin Nieves | erin@h-t.org Youth Ministry (HTYM) Susan Finch | susan@h-t.org

F AITH FORMATION & E DUCATION

L ITURGICAL M INISTRIES

Pat Linton | pat@h-t.org Altar Servers , Lectors & Communion Ministers

Greeters Jim Huntzicker | huntzicj@ohsu.edu Music Director Mark Nieves | music@h-t.org

World Blood Donor Day was last Sunday, June 14th. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the Red Cross is in urgent need of blood donations to help prevent a blood shortage in the future. Scientists can’t manufacture a solution for this problem; volunteer donors are the only source that can fill this constant need.

Though the Red Cross has always followed the highest standards of safety and infection control, they have increased their safety protocols to ensure donor, volunteer, and employee safety. To learn more about these protocols, visit redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/dlp/coronavirus--covid-19--and-blood-donation.html. And, for a limited time, the Red Cross will be testing all blood, platelet, and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies as an additional health service to donors.

Our Summer Blood Drive will be on Friday, July 17th, from 2:00-7:00pm in Fireside. Sign up now at redcrossblood.org and enter HolyTrinityBeaverton as the sponsor to see the available donation times (most are still open). Many thanks to our Knights of Columbus for coordinating these quarterly drives!

S UMMER BLOOD D RIVE Tom Stoffel — 503.806.1816