Wednesday, May 13, 2015

House Passes Pro-Life Bill Banning Late-Term Abortions After 20 Weeks - BUT....why politics are a must.







The House of Representatives today approved a that bans abortions from after 20-weeks of pregnancy up to the day of birth.
The vote for the bill broke down on mostly partisan lines with Republicans supporting the ban on late-term abortions and Democrats opposing it. 
Should the Senate approve the bill, President Barack Obama has issued a veto threat. 
VOCAL's same old song.  We have NO Oregon Catholic voice at the State Capitol.  There is some actual information, from a very reliable source that the man who is supposed to represent Catholics disses the Church to others.  This makes him impotent when even speaking up for Catholics.  The words are hollow, it is embarrassing and scandalous when we are expected give our "time, talents and treasure" when much of it goes down the drain and isn't used to our strength.  What are we supposed to do?  There are things we are called to do, and it might be the time very soon to put these into action.
We have allowed too many opportunities for Oregon speak up for life slip through our fingers.  Not the only "pro-life" priority 'capitol punishment' and letting this belief stand and not be corrected. There must be collusion at the Pastoral Center for this to be allowed.  Amazing.
 

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Archdiocese of Portland Job Opportunities - Apply or Pray.

Fellow Oregon Catholics.  There are so many positions that Archbishop Sample wants to fill so that there's a real Catholic identity in Oregon.  It is sad that Roger Martin is still considered our lobbyist and this position alone brings a Catholic identity to Oregon more than all the other job listings.  This is because we are called to be faithful and not always successful in a state that very much dislikes Catholics.  May we soon get a lobbyist that actually loves the Church and puts their heart and mind into standing up for Catholics at the Capitol.

Pastoral Center Job Opportunities.  Listed on the Archdpdx website as of 5/12/15.
 

Parish Job Opportunities

   School Job Opportunities

    Other Dioceses Job Opportunities

Thursday, May 7, 2015

The Most Reverend Liam Cary Bishop of Baker on Religious Freedom - Portland, May 12, 2015


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The J. Reuben Clark Law Society, Portland Oregon Chapter is Pleased to Host

The Most Reverend Liam Cary
Bishop of Baker
on
Religious Freedom
 
**SEATING IS FILLING UP FAST, RSVP NOW
Tuesday, May 12, 2015, Noon - 1:30pm
Multnomah Athletic Club
(1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, OR 97205 | Free Parking)
 

Dear JRCLS-PDX Chapter Members and Friends:

The Most Reverend Liam Cary was named the bishop of Baker by Pope Benedict XVI on March 8, 2012. Bishop Cary will address the current threats to religious freedom and freedom of conscience in the United States.

In the spirit of religious freedom, we are inviting our friends from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities. Please feel free to share this invitation with your friends and colleagues. Seating is limited and filling up fast, so RSVP now.

Warm regards,

Shawn Lindsay
503.968.1475
Chapter Chair

Chapter Board: Roger K. Harris (Immediate Past Chair); Paul Barton (Treasurer/Secretary); Jeff Bradford; D. Gary Christensen; Danielle Hunsaker; Sara A. Kearsley; Daniel J. Nichols; Tom Pixton; Skyler M. Tanner.

J. Reuben Clark Law Society Mission Statement: "We affirm the strength brought to the law by a lawyer's personal religious conviction. We strive through public service and professional excellence to promote fairness and virtue founded upon the rule of law." For more information, click here

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Archdiocese of Portland Still :Looking for: SUPERINTENDENT OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Archbishop Sample really cares about our Catholic Schools and the Catholic identity of each student.  It's been lacking in the past and if you know of anyone please let them know about this position.  The "Earth Charter"  (Read the Charter) has been around this Archdiocese of years.  Look it up and see what the Archbishop has to deal with.  There seems to have been little oversight regarding this scandal.  Please pray for a Godly man or woman to fill this deep void.


   



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Job Details
Job ID: 1513262 Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted: May 4, 2015
Job Description
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS – ARCHDIOCESE OF PORTLAND IN OREGON
The Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon is searching for a Superintendent of Schools who is a collaborative and inspirational leader.  The Superintendent will carry out the Archbishop’s vision to grow and sustain our Catholic schools by communicating and supporting the value of Catholic identity and excellent academics within our schools.  The superintendent supervises the Department of Catholic Schools’ staff and directors in facilitating school and student success from Pre-K through high school.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the Department of Catholic Schools which supports schools by leading a variety of organizational actions including faith formation, Catholic Identity, accreditation, curriculum, assessment and fostering school enrollment growth and sustainability.  The Superintendent acts as a key communicator for the Archdiocese and represents the Archbishop in matters related to K-12 schools. Oversees policies and procedures to ensure the proper operation of the Archdiocesan elementary and secondary schools including processes to employ and supervise school administrators.
The Superintendent of Schools models a strong Catholic faith life and promotes Catholic Identity and faith formation within the Archdiocesan schools. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of education and school administration, planning, organization and personnel, along with knowledge of church organizational and operations procedures and federal, state and local laws is required. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree in Education/Administration or other academic area and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in school administrative leadership with previous experience as a diocesan administrator; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-described essential functions. 

Specific experience in a complex, nonprofit, multi-unit organization with service orientation. 
Practicing Catholic required. 
Valid driver’s license. 
Bilingual in Spanish preferred. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Position encounters a wide diversity of work situations and involves a high degree of complexity, as incumbent is responsible for advising and decision-making in many areas.  Work is performed mostly in an office setting.  Employee is required to attend evening meetings, travel extensively, work long hours and do extensive close work.  Employee is on-call in case of emergency.
For consideration, please email your letter of interest, resume and a recommendation letter from a priest, deacon, or member of a religious order to pdxpersonnel@archdpdx.orgwith Superintendent of Schools in the subject line.  Open until filled.
Position Type: Full-time
Job Category:
Administrator > Superintendent

Contact Information
Dina Boyle
2838 E. Burnside
Portland, Oregon 97214
Phone: 503-233-8348
Email: click here