A documentary crew from South Korea Educational Broadcasting System came to Madras Tuesday, February 6th, to find answers to their nation’s aging population crisis. The reporters focused on the senior housing project going in on property bordered by St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on the north and the Jefferson County Senior Citizen’s Center on the south. Read more
Sister Deanne spent time with the women who belong to the Schoenstatt Movement at Our Lady of Angels in Hermiston, as well as making visits to Our Lady of Guadalupe in Boardman and to families who belong to Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Pendleton. Click here for more information.
In preparation for last Easter, the men and women of Saint Augustine in Merril gathered for their annual brass cleaning at the parish hall. The participation of so many willing volunteers made what could have been a tedious task truly enjoyable, especially since the work was followed by a light luncheon of tea and scones for all who assisted in the work.
"As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace."
1 Peter 4:10
St Benedict’s Lodge and Retreat Center in McKenzie Bridge is pleased to announce our annual Men's Retreat, from September 20th to the 22nd. The theme is “Giving All that You Can: Self-control, self-possession, and empowering faith.”
Fr. Brad Elliott will direct the retreat. Click here for more information and to register for this event.
Encountering Jesus: A Call to Holiness, Healing, and Mission
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, St. Francis of Assisi parish in Bend is pleased to host a day with Dr. Mary Healy, professor of Sacred Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit and an international speaker on topics of scripture, evangelization, healing and spiritual life. (see www.drmaryhealy.com). Please click here to learn more about this event and to register.