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"My heart is heavy in the wake of today’s tragic shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis. I ask the faithful of western Oregon, and all people of good will, to pray fervently for those who have died, for the healing of the injured, and for consolation for their families and loved ones. "

The annual Quo Vadis Days retreat took place August 11-14, 2025, in Mount Angel, Oregon. The event was for high school men to consider God’s call for their vocation. Seminarians led the 55 retreatants through activities that included presentations, small groups, hiking, a seminary visit, Liturgy of the Hours, a Eucharistic procession, and a Q&A with Archbishop Sample.

Fr. Randy Hoang joins Fr. Peter Julia on the Engaged By The Spirit podcast to share how his early struggles shaped his call to the priesthood, why surrendering to God is essential in every vocation, and what it's like to work closely with Archbishop Alexander Sample.

African missionary priests form the "Apostles of Jesus", gathered last week to discuss their "reverse missionary" work. Thank you to all the "AJ's" in our Western Oregon parishes.