St. Catherine of Siena

SUNDAY/ DOMINGO SEPTEMBER 6: Parish Picnic after the 11:00 am Bilingual Mass under the Tent. ¡PICNIC PARROQUIAL! Misa en Español al mediodía en la Iglesia. MONDAY/ LUNES SEPTEMBER 7: Office closed after the bilingual Mass at 11 am. Volunteer sign-ups in the vestibule!

Join us on September 27 for the Ministry Fair. Learn how you can get involved in various ministries at the parish. Mark your calendar and don't miss this opportunity!

There will be a special collection for Faith Formation on September 19-20. Your support helps in providing essential education to our parish community.

Parents, don't forget the sacrament preparation classes starting on October 4. Ensure your child's participation for a meaningful sacramental journey.

Confession on Wednesday and Saturday, Adoration on Thursday, and Office hours from Monday to Thursday. Participate in these spiritual practices to deepen your faith.

Tue-Fri 8:30 am: Mass. Sat 5:00 pm: Mass. Sun 8:30 & 11:00 am: Mass. Adoration on Thurs 9:00 am-Noon. Morning prayers on weekdays at 8:00 am. Prayer chain available.

Sep 12 (Sat) 6:30-8:00 pm: Mid-High Youth Hang Out. Sep 13 (Sun) 9:45-10:45 am: Adult Faith Formation. Sep 13 (Sun) 1:00-2:30 pm: Citizenship Class. Sep 13 (Sun) 5:00-8:00 pm: St. Genesius Film Club presents Fiddler on the Roof.

Baptism prep class on Sep 13 at 2:00-4:00 pm. Prepare for your child's baptism and learn more about the sacrament.

Confirmation prep classes available for sign up. Two-year process beginning in the sixth grade. Join now to start classes in September.

Donate children's books for the Salem-Keizer Youth Literacy Project from Sep 12-27. Help children in need by providing books for their education.

Join us for Mass at St. Francis Parish throughout the week: Tuesday - Saturday at 8:30 am, Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm, Sunday at 8:00 am, 10:30 am, and 5:00 pm.

Take the opportunity for reconciliation on Friday from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm and Saturday from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

9/8: PLT Meeting at 2:00 pm. 9/10: Insights Group at 9:30 am, followed by Knights Council Meeting at 7:00 pm. 9/12: Men’s Bible Study Group at 7:30 am.

Join the Altar Society Work Group on Sunday at 9:30 am to serve and support the parish community.

Mark your calendars for the Wine & Cheese Fellowship on September 12 after the 5 pm Mass. Also, enjoy Coffee & Donuts fellowship on September 13 after the 8:00 am & 10:30 am Masses.

Sun: Mass Schedule - 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM. Daily Mass: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - 8:30 AM. Confessions on Sat 2:30-3:30 PM. Eucharistic Adoration on Sun 1:30-5:00 PM.

Fr. John Marshall emphasizes the importance of reconciliation and encourages open communication within the parish community. He urges parishioners to address concerns directly with love and charity.

Sep 6: First Communion & Confirmation Classes begin. Sep 10: OCIA begins for Children 7pm-9pm. Bible Study starting with The Story of Salvation. Last opportunity for New Directory portraits. No Saalfeld Room availability from Sep 14-19.

Prayer intentions for the week, including anniversaries, deceased members, and special commemorations.

Reflecting on the Sunday Gospel message about reconciliation and unity among God's children. Encouraging parishioners to bring concerns directly instead of engaging in gossip or hurtful actions.