Ministry of Prayer

The Prayer Tree was established to respond to the many prayer requests of parishioners.  One call to the person at the “top” of the Prayer Tree sets in motion a whole network of Pray-ers branching out over the entire parish.  Members of the St. Rita Prayer Tree are committed to daily prayer for those requesting prayer in times of crisis, illness or for any other concerns.  To request prayer or become a member of the Prayer Tree, contact the office:  (503)252-3403  [email protected]

All it takes to be part of this ministry is to set aside one minute each day to pray for the parish.  There is no set time or formula you need to use.  Simply pray for the well being and growth of the parish, its parishioners and staff.  The time you choose, the words you use... all are up to you.  If you would like a formula you may use the following:  It takes about one minute to pray the Sign of the Cross, Our Father, Hail Mary and Blory Be, slowly and thoughtfully out loud.  You can begin by making St. Rita the intention for those specific prayers.  That's all there is to it!