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Greetings!
Palm Sunday invites us into Holy Week with a call to humility, courage, and hope. Jesus enters Jerusalem not in power, but in gentleness, showing a kingship rooted in service. His obedience to the Father, even through suffering, opens the way to new life.
The Passion reveals human weakness, God’s mercy, and the truth of the human heart. Some stayed silent, Peter denied him, Judas betrayed him. Yet even failure can lead back to grace, as Peter’s repentance shows. Jesus faced rejection and the cross with quiet trust, offering his suffering in love.
But the cross is not the end. God raised Jesus, proving that goodness is stronger than evil and that humility leads to glory. As we begin Holy Week, we are invited to follow his path: to trust, to love, and to hope. Through Christ, every sorrow can lead to resurrection, and God’s promise of new life remains for us all.
| | Livestream the Mass on Sunday at 11:00am on our Facebook page. | | |
Mass Intentions:
+ Sheila Norris Holmes
+ Kathleen Bernert
+ Sue Reggiani
+ Frank Pastor
+ Gail Latka Nagel
+ Sandra Neil
+ Adeline Susa
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Tonight is the last chance to share Lenten Soup Supper!
This final gathering before Holy Week is a wonderful chance to come together as a parish family. Make this special night part of your Lenten journey. We look forward to gathering, share good food, and enjoy time together as a community.
| You are invited to join us for our final Friday morning Mass of Lent at 8:30 am, before we enter into Holy Week. | |
Archbishop Sample's message about Antisemitism
Catholics are called to reject antisemitism and the lies and conspiracies that fuel it, and to stand clearly against hatred and violence directed toward our Jewish brothers and sisters. To defend religious freedom with integrity, we must also reject antisemitism.
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Purple Envelopes to Facilitate Almsgiving
Throughout our Lenten journey, Jesus is calling us to engage in the traditional practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. In order to facilitate almsgiving among the members of our faith community, the parish is providing "purple envelopes" which will be available in the pews during this holy season. I ask that each person take a purple envelope home. Reflect on what the Lord is calling you to give in support of the works of this parish. Then return the envelope and place it in the collection basket.
Thank you in advance for whatever you choose to give in accordance with the inspiration given you by the Holy Spirit.
Fr. Bill
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Why should you register in our parish? | | |
Registering at Resurrection Catholic Parish is an important step in becoming an active part of our faith community. While anyone is welcome to attend Mass, parish registration provides several meaningful benefits—for you, for the parish, and for the wider Church.
Being registered means you belong to a community that knows you by name, prays with and for you, and is ready to support you in your faith journey. It gives you a place where you can grow spiritually, receive the sacraments, and build lasting relationships.
Many sacraments—such as Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, and Marriage or being a God-parent or sponsor require parish registration. Registration also helps Fr. Bill and the staff support you pastorally when you need it, whether it’s spiritual guidance or other care.
It makes it easier to stay connected with parish events, programs, and opportunities to serve through the Connection.
Knowing who is part of the community helps the parish allocate resources wisely and offer the right programs and support.
Registering signals your commitment to helping your parish thrive. Regular participation and stewardship—whether through time, talent, or treasure helps strengthen the parish’s ability to serve others and carry out the mission of the Church.
Registration helps create accurate sacramental records, provides proof of church membership when needed, and ensures you are contacted for important parish updates and events.
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Care for God’s Creation Prayer
God of all creation,
How splendid and majestic is the
world you created!
It reveals your glory;
it teaches us about you.
When you made us in your image,
you gave us this command:
care for the world and
for all the creatures in it,
for this is our common home.
Yet your holy creation cries out,
for our home is
“burdened and laid waste,”
scorched and scarred.
Come among us
that we might remember
our interdependence.
Let us see the face
of your Son
in those who suffer
from the destruction
of our common home.
Help us to be stewards
who honor you in the world
you have made for
the good of all creation
and for future generations.
May your justice reign forever!
Amen
© 2025 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC.
All rights reserved.
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Parishioner Milestones & Highlights:
Send us your birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, births and other notable events to be recognized.
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RCPS Enrollment Announcement
We are thrilled to share that RCPS will be enrolling our very first class of 8th graders this fall. Enrollment will be opening soon for Preschool 3s through 8th Grade for the 2026–2027 school year! Learn more about our school and discover the difference a Catholic education can make.
As our community grows, so does our mission: to ensure that every family who desires a Catholic education for their children can receive one—regardless of financial circumstances. Your generosity makes this possible.
There are two meaningful ways to give:
• School Support – Your gift directly extends tuition assistance, opening our doors wider to families in need.
• Endowment Fund – Contribute to our new endowment, blessed with matching gifts of up to $65,000, helping secure the future of Catholic education for generations to come.
| | Other Archdiocese Events: | | |
Join Archbishop Alexander Sample, Bishop Peter Smith,
Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus Kenneth Steiner,
Abbot Jeremy Driscoll, and Fr. Jeff Eirvin
of Mt. Angel Abbey, in support of our 32 seminarians.
| | Prayer helps us know the Father’s plan for our lives. Our Father wants what is best for us. We can help bring this about for others by supporting the Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal. Give today and share God’s plan with others. | | |
Although we trust in our Heavenly Father to help us through hard times, we still struggle along the way. Sometimes we need outside support. Below you will find local resources:
- Domestic violence hotline: 800-799-7233
- Resource number for Clackamas county: 211
- Suicide Prevention hotline: 800-799-SAFE (7233) or 800-273-TALK (8255)
- St. Vincent de Paul (food and rent/utilities assistance): 503-235-8431
For additional help, please explore resources available at the Tri-County Resource Guide below for:
- Emergency & crisis services
- Housing assistance
- Child & family support
- Employment services
- Transportation help
- Basic needs (food, clothing, utilities)
- Older adult resources
- Disability services
- Shelters
- Grief support
- Substance‑use and recovery services
- Treatment programs
- Education opportunities
- Socialization & community‑building programs
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Your parish family truly cares about you,
and we want you to know how grateful we are.
THANK YOU for sharing your faith, your presence,
and your heart with our community.
You are a cherished part of our parish!
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Opportunities to Contribute: | |
QCD
A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) allows individuals who meet the age requirements old or older to donate up to one or more charities directly from a taxable IRA instead of taking their required minimum distributions.
RMD
Required minimum distributions (RMDs) are the minimum amounts you must withdraw from your retirement accounts each year. You generally must start taking withdrawals from your traditional IRA, SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, and retirement plan accounts when you meet the age requirements. Changes in deduction rules and limitations will impact how much you can deduct for donations.
Meeting the age requirements, you may qualify to take annual distributions from your retirement account to make tax free donations to charities of your choice.
Resurrection Church is a qualified public charity 501(c)(3) and can receive your QCD.
Contact your financial advisor for updated and relevant tax advise.
Will, Living Trust & Estate Planning
Include Resurrection Catholic Parish or School in your will, trust or estate planning. Your gift – no matter how big or small – ensures our church, school, or school endowment fund can continue all of the incredible work we do, and you will be making an impact in the lives of others for many years to come.
We are deeply grateful for your consideration in supporting
Resurrection Catholic Church and Resurrection Catholic Parish School
with your generous donations. Thank you for keeping us in your hearts.
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Our Mission Statement
We, the faith community of Resurrection Catholic Parish, are called to love God, love others and make disciples of all people by sharing the gifts God has given us.
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