THE THREE PILLARS OF LENT

Parish Staff 503-244-4945

Pastor: Father Richard Thompson ................ x102 rthompson@johnfisher.org

Coordinator of Sacramental Preparation & Faith Formation: Maura Timoney-DeVille ................... x103 mtimoneydeville@johnfisher.org

Business Manager/Bookkeeper: Kim Cox ............................................ x104 kcox@johnfisher.org

Administrative Secretary/Bulletin Editor: Elizabeth Millager ............................ x100 emillager@johnfisher.org

A list of Parish Ministry contacts

can be found on our website:

johnfisher.org

School Office 503-246-3234

Principal ................................... Merrit Holub Administrative Assistant ... Michele Wasman Development Director ............ Kelly Corrigan

Capital Campaign

Kelly Corrigan 503-708-0070, kcorrigan@sjfschool.org

Welcome to St. John Fisher Parish!

Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil...4:30 PM

Sunday...9:00am, 11:00 AM, 5:30 PM

Daily Mass: Monday-Saturday...7:15 AM School Mass on Wednesday...8:30 AM Wednesday Mass at 8:30am only during school year

Holy Days...7:15 AM, 6:00 PM

Confession: Saturday...3:30-4:15 PM

Rosary: Sunday...8:30 AM Monday, Wednesday-Saturday...7:45 AM

Adoration : Tuesday 7:45-9:30 am

Our Mission

To enthusiastically gather as a parish family to celebrate the Love of Christ through the sacraments, liturgy, and prayer.

We grow in knowledge and wisdom of the Catholic Faith which bears fruit in hospitality and service to others.

PARISH OFFICE 503-244-4945

4567 SW Nevada Street, Portland 97219 We are located in the Parish Hall (basement of the church)

Email: church@johnfisher.org Website: johnfisher.org

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm (closed Fridays)

Sacraments

Baptism: Call ahead to schedule a Baptism preparation class.

Preparing for Marriage: You must contact the parish at least six months in advance.

Reconciliation and First Communion: Preparation classes are offered annually for 2nd grade and older.

Confirmation: Preparation classes are offered annually for incoming 9th-12th grade. Classes begin in May.

RCIA: Classes are held annually, starting in the fall, with the anticipation that candidates and catechumens will enter the Church during the Easter Vigil Mass.

4567 SW Nevada Street, Portland, OR 97219 Rev. Richard B. Thompson, Pastor

First Sunday of Lent March 1, 2020

Mass Intentions For Your Calendar

2/29 Sat 4:30 pm Audrey Augustyn +

3/1 Sun 9:00 am int of Kimberly Ganiere

11:00 am Howard Larson +

5:30pm for the people of SJF

3/2 Mon 7:15am int of Anne & Tim

3/3 Tue 7:15 am John & Jim +

3/4 Wed 7:15 am Dr. Margaret J. Dobson +

8:30am

3/5 Thu 7:15 am int of Mike & Sheryl

3/6 Fri 7:15 am Bernie & Joe +

3/7 Sat 7:15 am

4:30 pm

3/8 Sun 9:00 am Nikki Remington +

11:00 am Pat Hutton +

5:30pm for the people of SJF

“Int. of” refers to prayers offered for a living person. This could be for a birthday, illness, or any intention.

A “+” at the end of the name refers to prayers offered for someone who has died. The intention is “for the repose of the soul” of that person.

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4:30pm... Greeters: Anna Mae Tichy

Lector: John Vranizan

Servers: ____________________________

9:00am... Greeters: ____________________________

Lector: Paul Pompili

Servers: Noah Hayes & Paul Feliz

11:00am... Greeters: __________________________

Lector: Elizabeth Hamilton

Servers: Luke Galluzo & Ben Galluzo

5:30pm... Greeters: __________________________

Lector: Mike Paperini

Servers: Charlotte Kroenke & Peyton Andreas

Liturgical Ministry Schedule for February 29/March 1

First Sunday of Lent

On the first Sunday of Lent, we reflect on temptation—the temptation of the first humans, Adam and Eve; the temptation of human beings after Adam and Eve, and the temptation of Jesus, the Son of God. The first reading recounts the Original Sin. One of the accounts of the creation of humans is the Lord saying, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. ….God created man in his image; in the divine image he created him; male and female he created them.” In the first reading we hear about the cunning serpent told Eve that they would not die if they ate from the tree of the knowledge of good & evil. The serpent goes on to tell them that if they eat of this forbidden fruit, they will be like gods. She took the fruit, ate it, and gave some to her husband, Adam. Once they had eaten it, they realized that they were naked and sewed fig leaves together to make loin-cloths for themselves. It’s a good thing there were not nettles near the tree.

The second reading reminds us that sin came into the world through Adam, and humanity would be saved through the obedience of one (Jesus) who would bring righteousness to the many. In the Gospel for the First Sunday in Lent we have the Temptation of Jesus. After his Baptism, we went into the desert for forty days and forty nights. He was tempted by the devil who, like the serpent, was cunning. At the end of the forty days, Jesus was hungry, so the devil told him to make the stones become loaves of bread. Jesus replies that we do not live by bread alone, but from the word of God. He was taken to a high place and told to jump, as the angels would rescue him. This time the devil quotes scripture, but Jesus retorts, that one should not tempt the Lord your God. Finally Satan promises Jesus all the kingdoms of the world, which he would give him if he would wor-ship him. Jesus responds, “Get the away from me Satan! The Lord, your God, shall you worship, and him alone shall you serve.”

Feb 29/Mar 1 — First Sunday of Lent Mar 1 ...... CLOW, 9am Mass

............... Faith Formation, 10am

............... Coffee & Donuts, 10am, School Cafeteria

Mar 3 ...... NO Adoration after daily Mass

............... Special School Mass w/Archbishop Sample, 8:30am

............... Eucharistic Adoration with a Pro-Life Rosary, 7:00pm (hosted by the Knights of Columbus) ............... SVDP monthly meeting, 7pm, Parish Hall

Mar 4 ...... NO School Mass (due to Archbishop’s visit Mar. 3rd)

............... Guild Meeting, at Gin Schwab’s home, 9:30am

Mar 4 ...... Lenten Soup Supper (6:00pm) & Speaker (6:30pm)

............... The Mass: Introductory Rites (Dr. Glenn Byer)

Mar 5 ...... Fisherman vacuum church

Mar 7/8 — Second Sunday of Lent Mar 8 ...... CLOW, 9am Mass, Faith Formation, 10am

............... First Communion Parent/Student Mtg, 10am-12pm,

school cafeteria

............... NO Coffee & Donuts

Mar 10.... Altar Guild volunteers at SW Loaves & Fishes

Mar 11.... Lenten Soup Supper (6:00pm) & Speaker (6:30pm)

............... The Mass: Liturgy of the Word (Dr. Glenn Byer)

Flooring is finished in the Corrado reception hall. Finished office space on the lower level and elevated sidewalk in the breezeway to accommodate ADA convenience

Growing to Serve Capital

Archbishop Sample’s Visit

Tuesday, March 3rd at 8:30am

Join us for a special SJF School Mass celebrated by Archbishop Alexander Sample at St. John Fisher.

There will be NO regular school Mass on Wednesday, March 4th.

Soup Supper

Join us Wednesday, March 4 for

our Lenten Soup Supper and

Speaker in the Parish Hall (in the

church basement.)

Soup at 6:00 pm Speaker at 6:30 pm

Dr. Glenn Byers

Topic: The Mass— Introductory Rites

Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 6

7:00 pm

Adoration w/Rosary

Join us Tuesday, March 3rd at

7:00pm in the church as the

Knights of Columbus host their

monthly evening of

Eucharistic Adoration,

which includes a

pro-life rosary.

Are you single and over age 50? SOLO SENIORS is a catholic-based social organization, for single men and women over age 50 in the greater Portland area. It pri-marily provides social and recreational programs in a safe and friendly environment for its members.

For more info., a Solo brochure or a copy of our monthly newsletter, call Ann Buchholz 503 235-9047.

Solo Seniors

Pray for the Repose of the Soul of…

Vance Louis Taylor

Vance, father of parishioner David Taylor, passed away on Friday, February 21st at the age of 87.

His funeral was on Saturday, February 29th at St. John Fisher. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers.

Adapted Liturgy

March 1, 2020

You are invited on March 22 to the St. Pius X Adapted Liturgy, a shorter Mass that celebrates the lives and gifts of all people, including those with physical and developmental disabilities and illnesses. Every effort is made to accommodate the inclusion and participation of each person. This neurodiverse liturgy is an oppor-tunity for anyone and everyone, a place for those with special needs, both seen and unseen, to celebrate and participate in the Mass as they are able. The church is accessible for wheelchairs, and listening devices are available.

The Adapted Liturgy is offered the 4th Sunday of nearly every month at 2:45 pm at St. Pius X, 1280 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland, OR; call 503-644-5264 for more information. Future dates are April 26 and May 24, 2020. All are welcome to this joyful gathering!

Respect Life

Rachel's Vineyard/Project Aurora Healing Retreats

If you are suffering after abortion, experience a Rachel's Vineyard healing weekend sponsored by Project Aurora. The weekends are for women, men, and anyone impacted by abortion regardless of faith background. Each retreat starts on Friday at 3 PM and ends on Sunday at 5 PM. Participation at the retreat is strictly confidential and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God's love, forgiveness, and compassion.

The next retreat is on March 27-29, 2020 at the Medford Retreat Center: www.StRitaRetreat.org The cost is $200.00 for meals, room, and all retreat materials. If you have a financial burden, assistance is available!

For more information, testimonies or to register contact Project Aurora at 541-942-2861 or ProjectAurora@aol.com.

Upcoming Events in the Archdiocese 2/26-4/5 40 Days for Life Campaign: Join others for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Lovejoy Surgicenter, 933 NW 25th Avenue in Portland. If you’d like more information – and especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, go to 40daysforlife/Portland

3/1 Human Trafficking Silent Prayer Vigil: St. Andre Bessette Catholic Church, 601 West Burnside Street, Portland, March 1, from 11:15-11.45 AM. Please join together to pray for victims and an end to human trafficking.

3/7 40 Days for Life Opening Prayer Vigilfrom 11 AM to 12 Noon at Lovejoy Surgicenter. Dr. Robinson, former abortionist, will be speaking.

3/8 Monthly Prayers for Life: There will be a prayer service including the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for the culture of life at St. Agatha's Catholic Church, Portland, March 8, at 12 Noon. St. Agatha's is located at 7960 SE 15th Avenue, Portland.

SJF School Job Opening

St. John Fisher School is seeking a highly energetic person

with a love for kids and nutritious food to work with our

hot lunch program. Applicants for this part time (15

hours per week) position would work directly with our

Hot Lunch staff and be responsible for assisting with

planning the lunch menu, preparation of meals, serving

meals, working with volunteers and supervise students

during lunch. Clerical functions may include typing, copy-

ing, record keeping, and filing. Applicants should have,

or be able to acquire, a food handlerscertificate and have

knowledge/experience with Google Docs and/or Micro-

soft Excel.

If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Merrit Holub, Principal at mholub@sjfschool.org or

4581 SW Nevada St. Portland, OR 97219.

First Communion First Holy Communion preparation begins on Sunday, March 8th at 10am-12pm in the school cafeteria. Parents & Students meeting with craft, discussion and sacrament overview.

Faith Formation Mar. 1 — Class, 10am Mar. 8 — Class, 10am Mar. 15— Class, 10am

St. Andre Bessette Wish List

Feminine hygiene products Men’s underwear Women’s underwear Men’s belts Sleeping bags Backpacks

Inexpensive 'reader' glasses (Dollar Tree!)

Serving Others

March 1, 2020

Jean’s Place “Move-In Baskets” Wish List

This week, we are especially in need of …

new/clean Laundry baskets Can opener (hand held)

Liquid hand soap laundry soap

SVDP Food Room Wish List Small cooking oils Canned chicken Spaghetti sauce Canned fruit Jelly/jam Detergent Toilet paper

Vicariate Town Hall Meeting There will be two Town Hall Meetings with Archbishop Sample for our Vicariate. This is an opportunity for parishioners to gather and discuss what is happening at the parishes, within our vicariate and our archdiocese. All parishioners are invited to attend, and may attend either meeting. Usually they would have one Town Hall Meeting, but because of our vicariate size, they divided us into two groups— churches with Spanish ministries and churches without Spanish ministries.

Town Hall Meeting I (St. Cecilia, Juan Diego & St. Pius X) Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30pm Location: St. Cecelia

Town Hall Meeting II (Holy Trinity & St. John Fisher) Friday, March 6 at 4:00pm Location: Holy Trinity in Fireside Rooms

A vicariate is a group of parishes within an Archdiocese, defined by geographic area for the purposes of administration. The “Beaverton, Suburban” Vicariate includes: St. John Fisher, Holy Trinity, St. Cecilia, St. Pius X and St. Juan Diego.

SVDP

SVDP’s monthly meeting is meet this TUESDAY, March 3rd at 7pm in the Parish Hall/church basement.

If you have any questions, please contact Tom Monaco 503.245.0174 or tomsimport@ipinc.net

Fr. Richard’s Revised Schedule (again)

Fr. Richard’s surgery has been moved yet again to Thursday, March 5th. Starting that weekend, we will have visiting priests scheduled for 4 weeks (or as needed.)

Faith Cafe Save the date! SJF will be serving Faith Café on Sunday, March 22nd.

We need liturgical ministers. Greeters, Altar Servers,

Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers (EMs) … all play a

very important part of celebrating the Mass. And

each of us can consider serving in this capacity,

regardless of what gifts and talents we have.

You have probably noticed that the same people are

Eucharistic Ministers over and over again, for

example. With a few more people in the rotation,

we’d be able to lighten the schedule load. Many of

our faithful serve as EMs nearly every week.

Please prayerfully consider this ministry. You can

choose your schedule—once a month or more, if

you’d like. Training for all positions is provided.

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one

another, as good stewards of God's varied grace.”

1 Peter 4:10

Sharing your time and talents

Altar Guild

The next Altar Guild meeting is this WEDNESDAY, March 4th at 9:30am at the home of Gin Schwab.

Stations of the Cross

Fridays at 7:00pm

March 6, 13, 20, 27

April 3

Wednesday Soup Supper & Speaker

6:00pm Soup, 6:30pm Speaker

In the old Parish Hall/Parish Offices in the basement of the Church

We are pleased to welcome back speaker, Dr. Glenn Byers! All are welcome. There is no cost.

OUR CATHOLIC MASS:

March 4— Introductory Rites

March 11—Liturgy of the Word

March 18—NO Soup Supper/Speaker

March 25—Liturgy of the Eucharistic

April 1—Communion & Closing Rites

Your help in the following areas would be

genuinely appreciated:

� Lead one night of Stations of the Cross

� Provide a pot of soup for Soup Supper

� Set up or clean up after Soup Supper

Sign up at the back of the church to help, or contact Elizabeth in the Parish Office if you can help.—503.244.4945 or church@johnfisher.org

Fast & Abstinence Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence.

For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards.

A Reflection on Lenten Fasting

If possible, the fast on Good Friday is continued until the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday night) as the "paschal fast" to honor the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and to prepare ourselves to share more fully and to celebrate more readily his Resurrection.

This information can be found on the USCCB website. For more information on fasting or Lent, go to: http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-year/lent/catholic-information-on-lenten-fast-and-abstinence.cfm

Rice Bowls are here. Pick one up at the back of the church. Proceeds benefit Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

This year, for every Sunday in Lent, we will be offering you a weekly reflection that invites you

to consider how you and your family participate in the Sacraments. The goal of these reflections is to

help us see how important our senses are when we celebrate the Liturgy. Our bodies are created to

see, hear, taste, smell, and touch. The Liturgy allows us to worship God with our whole humanity.

Remember to Worship with Your Nose

Every time we celebrate the Eucharist, we hear the command that Jesus gave to his disciples:

“Do this in remembrance of me.” (Luk 22:19, 1 Cor 11:24) Everything we do in our liturgical celebra-

tions is done as a way of remembering Jesus. When we use our senses to worship, our liturgical

celebrations make Jesus truly present and alive in our lives. Therefore, it is important to acknowledge

the special role that the sense of smell plays in our ability to remember. Scientists have shown that the

link between memory and the sense of smell is stronger than the link between memory and any of our

other senses. For example, many of us have a smell that reminds us immediately of childhood. The mo-

ment we catch a brief whiff of that scent, our imagination is instantly transported back to that memory.

This is one of the reasons the Church insists on using different scents in its worship. When we

engage our sense of smell, we are not only learning to appreciate the aromas in God’s creation, we are

also helping ourselves ingrain that liturgical experience in our memory. If you want to help yourself or

your family make lasting connections with the Sacraments, then you should remember to worship with

your nose. We have many opportunities during the Liturgy to deeply breathe in the beauty of God’s

Creation. When you have flowers adorning the sanctuary, please take the time to smell them. When

incense is burned, take the time to meditate on the aroma. If you or your children are lighting and

extinguishing candles, take a moment to notice the scent before moving on. As you chew and drink the

Eucharist, let the aromas play a role in tasting the Sacrament. Even when there doesn’t seem to be any-

thing to smell, sit for a moment and take a slow breath through your nose.

I would be remiss if, in the season of Lent, I didn’t mention the sweet scent of Chrism. When

celebrating the Sacraments of Initiation, we anoint those being baptized and confirmed with oil that

has been mixed with sweet smelling balsam. We use this perfumed Chrism as a metaphor for what it

means to be a Christian. We are meant to spread the sweet smell of God’s love throughout the world

by the way we live our lives. So, in preparation for the celebration of these Sacraments, I would recom-

mend that pastors and catechists make time before or after Mass for the members of the parish to

smell the Chrism. As the Church prepares to celebrate Baptism and Confirmation, it is important for us

to practice worshiping with our noses.

David Farina Turnbloom is a professor of theology at the University of Portland.

He can be reached at turnbloo@up.edu.

Lent Reflection—Celebrating Liturgy with Your Senses