Our Gospel this weekend presents us with a very familiar, yet challenging text. There is no commandment of Jesus that has caused so much discussion and debate as the commandment to love our enemies. Before we can obey it, we must discover what it means. In Greek there are three words for love. Eros describes passionate love; philos descri...

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When we stop to count our abundant blessings, we are aware of how truly blessed we are. The Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal is an invitation to share your blessings and support for the Gospel mission here in Western Oregon.  Your pledge is also a sign of your gratitude for God’s generous abundance. While we can never out-...

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The 2019 Amici d'Italia year begins on Thursday, March 7 with their annual Tavola di San Giuseppe! This traditional Sicilian event celebrates the wonderful feast day of St. Joseph. The Amici will have a St. Joseph's Tabl, and everyone is invited to bring a gift of food to place on the table. Traditional gifts include fruit, biscot...

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This weekend, February 16th, kicks off the beginning of ticket sales for our 5th Annual Lenten Seafood Dinner after each Mass for the next four weekends! Paired with the dinner, there is a 50/50 raffle—winner to be drawn the night of the Dinner. We are in NEED of  Ticket Sales and Ticket volunteers! You can be of help by being ...

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Starting February 17th, we will meet in the church on Sundays 10:40 a.m. after the 9:30 a.m. Liturgy. First Reconciliation will be March 30 and First Eucharist will be in June. If your young person would like to participate in our programs, please contact BarbaraH@stphilipneripdx.org. 

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