Our Lady Of Fatima Church NEWSLETTER May 2024

Renovation Update

When it rains, it pours, and in this case this is in a good way! The Building Committee has been busy, busy, busy with upgrades and improvements both inside and outside. ● The Sanctuary has been streamlined with a Credence Niche which was added in time for the Holy Week and Easter services. This replaces the small table which has added more space for our priests and acolytes to negotiate their movements on and around the altar during solemn ceremonies ● Interior painting around the chapel doors looks great. Maybe these good looking walls will inspire a painting party this summer. ● The new fencing and gates add greater security and easier access to the Church. No more parking in the middle of 128th to unlock the gate! ● The parking lot cracks and potholes have been filled and the resealing and painting of fresh lines is slated for warmer/dryer days ahead. ● On the building’s exterior, gutters and other repairs have been set up ahead of painting. …..and while we are on the topic of beautification and renovation….. Lynne DiGrande, our master gardener, is looking for OLFsters who can give a little time on Wednesdays 10 am-2 pm from Spring thru Fall to help keep the landscaping around the church in proper order. No experience needed: Just a willing attitude and ability to follow directions. For more information contact Lynne DiGrande at 503-970-6161

Recommended Reading for May from OLF’s Librarian Tim Cleary

Lending Library Librarian, Tim Cleary, wants to highlight two BIG sections of the Fr. Heidt Library for May: Mary & Marian Shrines. Also in this month are feasts of St. Joseph, of which there are many books. Thanks to all who have taken advantage of the wealth of Catholic Wisdom contained in the small walls of our library!