November 13, 2016
WE ARE LIVING IN AN AGE BETWEEN OUR LORD'S FIRST COMING AND HIS LAST COMING. Jesus has inaugurated the new era
by His Life, Death, Resurrection and Ascension, by the sending of His Spirit. Our life during this era is to prepare ourselves
to welcome Him when He comes again in glory.
In the 1st reading, we find the Prophet Malachi warning the people of his time that the Lord’s arrival is near, and that He will
gather the nations for judgment. He also promises that God will reverse the situation – first, he will destroy the proud, never more to be remembered … and second, he will uphold the cause of the humble and faithful, that their names always will
be remembered.
In today’s gospel, Jesus anticipates this day and cautions us not to be deceived, and making His apostles aware of the
signs that will come to pass before the end times. We read in the scriptures of famines and earthquakes and the desolation of the Temple and the destruction of Jerusalem by a foreign power. Jesus reminds his apostles that Jerusalem will be
stripped of its glory because of its disobedience, laxity and unfaithfulness. This prophesy got fulfilled in the year 70 AD
when the Romans destroyed Jerusalem, and mercilessly slaughtered thousands of Jews on her streets.
These "signs" then, show us the pattern for the Church's life as well. Especially during the persecution of Christians in the
New Testament era when believers were imprisoned and put to death, testifying to their faith with wisdom in the Spirit.
Let us not forget that we, too, live in a world of nations and kingdoms at war. And like the apostles and the martyrs of the
early church, we must persevere in the face of unbelieving relatives and friends, and forces and authorities hostile to God
and us. The question is, are we ready to sing His praises, joyfully proclaim His coming as Lord and King, even amidst difficult times? Let us then pray for God’s grace to endure the difficult times with unwavering faith, undying hope in our hearts,
Fr. Michael
and untiring charity, awaiting the coming of Christ.
M ANY , M ANY THANKS!
To the wonderful community of St. Peter, for your recent donations to
the works of the S T . P ETER A LTAR S OCIETY ― you donated $2,151. 00 !!
Altar Society Christmas Cookie Exchange!
December 4 — 2:00pm
In the Parish Center
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AREA NEWS
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Eugene Catholic Young Adults meet every Thursday night and review the following weekend’s readings … a great way to prepare for Mass, and become part of a community of
young Catholic adults, with joys and struggles just like yours. Next meeting is Nov. 17th,
6:45pm,
6:45pm at St. Mary in downtown Eugene. ECYA is for adults ages 21-39, single or married …. Inquiries: [email protected] or 541-270-9329 or facebook.com/EugeneCYA…………….AND
there’s more! NOW a Men’s Night, for ages 21-39, are invited for food, discussion, and prayer, every
other Saturday evening, 6:30-8:30pm. Next meeting is Nov. 19th(Ladies’ Night is Nov. 20th). For info
about ECYA, Ladies’ Night, or Men’s Night, contact 541-270-9329 or [email protected].
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS — Monthly meeting is Thursday, Nov. 17th … Mass at 12:15pm, followed by
potluck lunch & meeting in the Par. Center at St. Mary Church. For info call Julia 541-344-6851.
…. AND … Catholic Daughters National Scholarship — the National Court will award two $1,000
scholarships for 8th grade students entering a Catholic High School in Fall of 2017. Requirements: 1)
must be Catholic 2) must attend a High School—not home schooled 3) must compose an essay of
approx. 250-300 words typed (double-spaced), entitled “Ways to Serve God Through My Catholic
Faith”. Entry cover sheet available at: www.catholicdaughters.org
A relic of ST. JOHN PAUL II will be making a tour in our Archdiocese November 8th thru
18th. The vial of blood has been authenticated by Archbishop Stanislaw Dziwicsz of
Krakow, Poland. The relic will be at St. Alice (Spfld.) on Nov. 14th & 15th: Nov. 14 =
7:00pm English Mass + teaching-veneration-prayer & Nov. 15 = 7:00pm Spanish
Mass + teaching-veneration-prayer.
UPCOMING RETREATS:
GRIEF DURING THE HOLIDAYS — The winter holidays can be a time that sends someone who has suffered a loss into
despair. This one day workshop allows participants to identify their holiday distress patterns/symptoms, and teaches how
to create a ‘new normal’ for special days and holidays, allowing celebration/gratitude/love back into these special times.
Held at the Franciscan Spiritual Center (2512 SE Monroe St, Milwaukie, OR 97222) on Saturday, November 19th,
9:00am—5:00pm. Cost is $50/person and facilitator is Patricia Mayes … please bring a sack lunch. For info or to register;
www.francisspctr.com; 503-794-8542; [email protected]
1000 DAYS ~ A CULTURE OF LIFE ~ WHERE ALL ARE WELCOMED AND LOVED WITH MERCY: From conception
through a child’s second birthday is a crucial time for a child’s development, our best opportunity to shape a
healthier, more prosperous future for a child.
Day 609 Nothing is worth losing your inner peace, especially when faced with the challenges of
parenting. Take action as circumstances require … stop, breath deeply … close your eyes and breath
deeply again … THEN take action from a peaceful heart.
1000 Días ~ Una Cultura de La Vida ~ Donde Todos Son Acogidos Y Amados Con Misericordia: Los 1000
días desde la concepción hasta el segundo cumpleaño de un niño son los más cruciales para el desarrollo de
un niño. Estos 1000 días son nuestra mejor oportunidad para dar forma a un futuro más sano, más prospero
para el niño.
Día 609 Perder la paz interior no vale la pena, especialmente cuando nos enfrentamos a los retos
que trae la crianza de los hijos. Hay que tomar las medidas necesarias de acuerdo a las circunstancias … detengase, respire profundamente … Cierra los ojos y respirare profundamente otra vez … ENTONCES desde un corazón sereno, tome las medidas que tiene que tomar.