Happy Father's Day, and more from Fr. Ron, #24 Friday, June 16, 2023

St. Patrick Parish News & Updates

June 16, 2023 | Issue 24

A Word from the Pastor

June 16, 2023

As soon as we can get rid of June gloom, summer will move into full swing. We had a very successful pastoral year, especially regarding a return to full pastoral activities after a few years of necessary health restrictions. Our various organizations and ministries were able to hold most of the regular programs and activities to which we are accustomed. Social events, Bible studies, prayer groups, and much more enjoyed a more robust attendance. Happily, our parishioners responded with enthusiasm.

Our parish school had a successful year. Once again it operated at near capacity. Our dedicated teachers and staff provided a high-quality Catholic education for our students. Of particular note, this was an accreditation year for our school with the Western Catholic Educational Association. The visiting team that evaluated our school gave very high grades to every aspect of our program. They referred to St. Patrick’s as “a model school.” We will not need to have another self-study and accreditation visit for six years. Congratulations to all who prepared the study and welcomed the accreditation team.

Our parish faith formation programs also had a rebound year. Many young people returned to participation in our elementary and high school programs. Our excellent catechists prepared a large group of young people and their families for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. They also provided ongoing formation for young people in the other grades. Our Youth Ministry prepared a large group of young people for the Sacrament of Confirmation which was celebrated on May 5 by Cardinal McElroy. Special thanks to our Youth Ministry Core Team, a dedicated group of almost 30 young people who serve in a variety of leadership roles including being Junior Catechists. This is a fine example of peer ministry.

With the coming of summer, our schedules shift and we have the opportunity to spend more time relaxing and recreating with family and friends. I remember the words of Msgr. Ralph Miller, the principal of the high school I attended. At the end of each academic year, he would always say to us: “Now go and enjoy your vacation but don’t take a vacation from God.” Those were wise words from a very holy man. As we enter into “summer mode,” we need to make sure that time for God is a part of our changing routine. Certainly, we need to continue to participate in the Mass every weekend. Even if we are away from our home parish, it is almost always possible to find a Catholic Church. We can make the effort to find it. We also should make some time each day to spend time in prayer. “Checking in with God” every day is an important part of our ongoing relationship with our Creator and Friend.

I also take this opportunity to greet the many visitors and vacationers whom we will welcome to our church during the summer months. Our parish is known for its hospitality. We are eager to welcome all who join us for the celebration of the Eucharist.

Have a happy and blessed summer.

In one Heart,

Fr. Ron

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Eucharistic Revival Corner

One of the goals of the yearlong Eucharistic Revival is to grow in our love for Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament. In addition to participating in the Mass regularly and receiving Holy Communion, another way to express our love for our Eucharistic Lord is to spend time in the church praying before the Blessed Sacrament.

Our church is open every day (except for some holidays) from early morning until at least 6:00 pm. Jesus is present in the tabernacle and welcomes all visitors. Every Tuesday afternoon, from 2:00-6:00 pm the Blessed Sacrament is exposed on the altar for public adoration. Likewise, on the First Friday of each month, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place from the end of the 8:00 am Mass until 10:00 am.

Whether the Blessed Sacrament is exposed or simply present in the tabernacle, it is the same Lord Jesus who welcomes you to pray.

Stop by and make a visit!

Peter’s Pence Collection

Every year a special collection is taken up across the world. It supports the charitable works of the Holy Father and is scheduled for the weekend of June 24-25. Please use the envelope provided in your packet or use online giving. Envelopes are also available at the doors of the church. Thank you for your generosity.

Happy Birthday, Fr. Bill!

June 17, 1943

80 years young!

Happy Birthday Fr. Ben

On June 12, our dear Fr. Ben Drapeau, CJM turned 90 years old.

In order to celebrate this very special occasion, our parish will host a cake and coffee social this Sunday June 18 following the 11:00 am Mass (at which Fr. Ben will preside). Immediately following the Mass, Fr. Ben will be present in the Parish Center. Come share some food and friendship with Fr. Ben. (He asks that no gifts be given to him.)

Annual Catholic Appeal

We are now well into the Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA). Our parish has a goal of $96,625.00. Up to this point our parishioners have donated or pledged $61,485.18. That means we still want to collect the balance of $35,139.82.

Please remember all the good things that ACA does. If you misplaced your brochure or did not receive one, they are available at the doors of the church and in the parish office. You can send your donation in or go online.

Thank you for all that you are doing to help those in need.

Cello Suite Played by Y0 Yo Man

Listen to this beautiful solo performance by the famous Yo-Yo Ma of JS Bach’s Cello Suite No.1 in G Major.

Father’s Day Novena of Masses

In the same way that we had a Novena of Masses for Mother’s Day, we will also have a Novena of Masses for Fathers (living and deceased). These Masses are scheduled for June 19-27 at the regular parish Mass times. To have your father remembered at these Masses, please use the envelope from your bimonthly packet marked Father’s Day. Envelopes are also available at the doors of the church. (Or just use a plain envelope.) Write on the envelope the names of your father, grandfather, godfather or father-figure. Put your envelope in the collection basket or send it to the parish office. These envelopes will be placed on the altar during this Novena of Masses.

Watch Daily and Sunday Masses Livestreamed from St. Patrick Church here:

Sunday Collection for 6/11/2023

Envelope: $6,081.00

Plate: $7,085.50

Online Giving: $12,919.88

Total Collection: $26,086.38

We are grateful for the generosity of all of our parishioners and visitors.

Online Giving Reminder

Please remember to log in to your Online Giving account frequently. You can make sure your payment method is up to date and that your gifts are being processed.

For help with forgotten passwords, please contact Online Giving technical support at 800.348.2886, ext. 2.

Click on the Online Giving icon below to create or access your account.

We appreciate your support!

Catholic Trivia

"Catholic Trivia”... not because they are trivial but because these might be things that not everyone knows. Test your knowledge by reading the five questions, remember your answers (or jot them down), then click the link below to find the answers.

Which pope called for the Second Vatican Council?
Which pope finished the Second Vatican Council?
In what years did Vatican II begin and end?
The work of Vatican II was collected in a number of documents. How many documents did the Council Fathers vote on and approve?
When did the First Vatican Council occur?

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Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A

First Reading

Exodus 19:2-6a

God tells Moses that the Israelites will be his special people.

Responsorial Psalm

Psalm 100:1-3,5

We are the people of God.

Second Reading

Romans 5:6-11

Christ died for us while we were still sinners and reconciled us to God.

Gospel Reading

Matthew 9:36-10:8

Jesus sends the twelve apostles to proclaim the kingdom of heaven.

Background on the Gospel Reading

In today's Gospel, Jesus shares his mission to proclaim the kingdom of heaven with his disciples. The signs of the kingdom's presence consist of the work that Jesus has already been doing: the sick are cured, lepers are cleansed, demons are driven out, and the dead are raised to life. The disciples are sent to continue doing the work that Jesus has begun. This is a moment of transition in Matthew's Gospel. The focus has shifted from the ministry of Jesus to the work of the community that he has inaugurated. More than any other Gospel, Matthew's Gospel elaborates on the work of the Church, which is to continue after Jesus' death and resurrection.

The Gospel reports that Jesus commissions twelve disciples. Many scholars believe that the twelve disciples symbolize the twelve tribes of Israel. It designates, therefore, continuity between Israel and the Church.

Matthew lists the names of the twelve disciples, as do Mark and Luke. Matthew also uses the word apostle when referring to the Twelve. The word apostle means “one who is sent.” In this context, Matthew is calling attention to the mission that the twelve disciples are being given. They are sent by Jesus to proclaim the kingdom of heaven in word and deed.

As Jesus sent his disciples to continue his work and mission, so too the Church is sent by Jesus. The Church is his continuing presence on earth. Every member of the Church is sent by Jesus to contribute to this mission.

Eye Has Not Seen

This beautiful song was written by Marty Haugen. It takes its inspiration and lyrics from St. Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians, chapter 2, verse 9. It’s message is both comforting and spiritual.

Family Masses Continue Through Summer

We will continue our monthly Family Mass during the summer months. The next Family Mass will be on Sunday, July 9 at 9:00 am. As always, the homily will address young children and we try to create a family-friendly environment. Plan to join us!

Youth Office Closed

The youth office will be closed June 19^th – July 4^th due to our staff attending leadership camp with our core team youth and then taking vacation. The youth office will reopen Wed. July 5^th. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.

Religious Education

Preschool to

8th grade

Registration Information for the 2023-2024 School Year

We are here to support parents in forming their children in the Catholic Faith and help them connect to our parish community where we worship and grow in our faith together. We offer weekly classes for preschool through 8th grade and preparation for the sacraments for children in grades 1 through 8.

Please click on the attached link for information about our Sunday morning, Monday, and Tuesday afternoon classes as well registration and program details.

Religious Education, Pre-K – 8th

Contact the Office for Religious Education at [email protected] or 760-729-8442 with questions about faith formation or sacramental preparation.

Blessings, Margit Dornisch, Religious Education and Family Ministry

Registration information here...

Let the Little Ones Come

to Me!

In the summer months we offer Liturgy of the Word for Children during the 9:00 am Mass. Children ages 5-9 that attend Mass with their family have the opportunity to hear the Word of God in language they can understand and reflect on in their own words.

Following the Opening Prayer of the Mass, the presider calls forth the children, and we send them along with the adult catechist to the church basement classroom. The catechist will proclaim the readings from the Lectionary for Masses with Children, a translation that is more comprehensible to young children and approved by the US Catholic Conference of Bishops. The children will discuss how to share the good news with others.

They will be brought back to their family at the time of the Preparation of the Gifts to continue the celebration of the Eucharist with the entire assembly.

Un Saludo de parte del Diacono Miguel,

“En aquel tiempo, al ver Jesús a las multitudes, se compadecía de ellas, porque estaban extenuadas y desamparadas, como ovejas sin pastor”. (Mateo 9:36) Iniciamos de nuevo el Tiempo Ordinario del año litúrgico. Y este domingo leemos del Evangelio de san Mateo que “Jesús viendo a las multitudes y se compadece de ellas porque estaban extenuadas y desamparadas, como ovejas sin pastor”. El pueblo judío era el pueblo escogido por Dios, el pueblo que Dios iba acompañar siempre para que todos conocieran la grandeza y el amor de Dios por medio de ellos, ahora se encuentran cansados y abandonados. La pregunta es, ¿Dónde esta Dios? Dios prometió que iba estar con ellos, ellos sólo tenían que escuchar su voz y guardar su alianza. Y allí está el detalle, ellos se apartaron de Dios, ya no escuchaban la voz de Dios y mucho menos ni guardaban su alianza. No es que Dios los había abandono, Dios estaba con ellos, pero ellos ya no lo miraban, ni lo escuchaban. Eso puede pasar con nosotros, o quizás nos sentimos ahora cansados y abandonados por Dios. Pero les recuerdo, Dios no es mentiroso. Dios esta con nosotros en cada momento de nuestra vida. Hemos tratado de buscar refugio y descanso en otras cosas que hemos visto en TikTok, o Instagram, o otros medios sociales, pero nos damos cuenta de que no nos da la paz que necesitamos. Y es porque la paz, el consuelo, la fuerza que necesitamos viene solamente de Dios. Para todos los papas de nuestra comunidad, les deseo un ¡feliz día de los padres! Busquemos a Dios para ser mejores padres y guías de amor para nuestros hijos. Dios los bendiga.

“IMPULSE A SUS HIJOS HABLAR CON DIOS”. HAGA clic aquí:

“EL MISTERIO DE LA EUCARISTÍA…” HAGA CLIC AQUÍ:

Novena para Migrantes y Solicitantes de Asilo en la Frontera. Haga clic aquí:

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Hablemos de La Misión

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