PASTOR Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A. ASSOCIATE PASTORS Rev. Nicholas Assi Rev. Joseph Kammerer DEACONS Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams BUSINESS MANAGER Bob Hodges WEEKEND MASS Saturday Vigil: 5PM Sunday: 7AM, 8AM, 9:30AM, 11:30AM and 5PM WEEKDAY MASS Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8AM, 12:10PM, and 5PM Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30AM, 8AM, 12:10PM and 5PM Saturday: 8AM HOLY DAY MASSES Vigil: 5PM Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8AM, 12:10PM, 5PM, and 7:30PM 624 15 TH S TREET MANHATTAN BEACH, CA 90266 310-545-5651 A MERICAN M ARTYRS . ORG April 14, 2013 Third Sunday of Easter A W ELCOMING C OMMUNITY , H ELPING O NE A NOTHER TO L IVE H OLY L IVES IN J ESUS C HRIST . American Martyrs Catholic Community
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Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.
associate Pastors Rev. Nicholas Assi Rev. Joseph Kammerer
Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams
WeekDay Mass Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am, 12:10pm, and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Saturday: 8am
Holy Day Masses Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm
624 15 t h S t r e e t Manhattan Beach, ca 90266
310-545-5651 a M e r i c a n M a r t y r S . o r g
April 14, 2013Third Sunday of Easter
a W e l c o M i n g c o M M u n i t y , H e l P i n g o n e a n o t H e r t o l i v e H o ly l i v e s i n J e s u s c H r i s t .
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Table of ConTenTs Prayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 This Week at AMC / Mass Intentions ........................................ 3 Liturgy & Worship ............................................................................4 Parish Life .......................................................................................... 5 Pastoral Care ..................................................................................... 6 Stewardship ....................................................................................... 6 Social Justice & Outreach ............................................................ 7 Faith Formation ...............................................................................8 Families in Faith / AMS / SRE / Youth Ministry ......................9 Contact Information & Resources (Parish Directory) ......... 10 Gym & Field / Beyond Our Parish ............................................. 11
In MeMorIaM
In Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.
Thomas White Wilbur HoppFr. K.J. Thomas Claude Havel
May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Pray for The sICk Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:
Dr. John Messenger Ellie Howdershell Marcia Wible Mary Anne DomsJohn Kline Lou WasdenSue O'Reilly Jesus TafoyaJackie Otte Rodger O'BrienJulia Dewey
Planned GIvInG Do you intend to remember American Martyrs Church or School in your will or trust? Don’t put it off until later. The government already has a plan for you if you do not make one that includes your own charitable intent.
For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or b h o d g e s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
aMerICan MarTyrs CaTholIC CoMMunITy
holy MaTrIMonyCongratulations:
Joshua Cort Murphy and Courtney Alexis BannermanBrett Jonathan Beres and Odessa Sibucao Manligas
Third Banns:John Schlatter and Beatrice Luther
daIly Prayers of The ChurCh
ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPELChapel hours are: Sunday - Friday, 6:00aM-10:00pM; Saturday, 7:00aM-10:00pM contact: Jim Quilliam, a d o r a t i o n c h a p e l @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
DAILY ROSARY:Monday - Saturday, 7:30aM, in the Church
EVENING PRAYER (LITURGY OF THE HOURS):Monday at 5:35pM, in the Church contact: Dick Williams, 310-292-0996
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION AND BENEDICTION)Tuesday following the 8:00aM Mass
ROSARY FOR THE UNBORNWednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:
Sgt Mohses Afkari - U.S.M.C. Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. Pvt Julia Cothren - U.S. Army Nicole Duvardo - U.S.A.F. SPC Nicholas M. Francis, U.S. Army Rangers Christopher Garity - U.S. Army Kyle Garity – U.S. Army Cpt Kelsey Guetschow - U.S.A.F. Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. PFC Michael R. Leist - U.S. Army CPT Andrew Lopez-Gallego, U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - Nat'l Guard SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Spc Robert Plaza - U.S. Army Pvt Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Lance Wible - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.
If you would like someone listed or know that a person listed above has returned home, contact Anne Riordan at 310-545-5651/ [email protected].
Monday, April 158:45aM PH Monday Morning Starters3:00pM ODH 1st Grade Daisy Troop Meeting5:00pM BB Happy Hour Dance Class7:00pM SCH BSA Troop 713 Meeting7:30pM ODH AMS 8th Grade Parent MeetingTUESDAY, April 168:00aM SK Help for the Hungry - AMS Grade 58:30aM ODH Young at Art Workshop9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study10:00aM BB AMS Dance Class3:30pM PH Legion of Mary Meeting3:40pM SCH SRE Classes6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday6:30pM ODH Sandpipers Meeting7:00pM HFH Beginning Again7:00pM PH Pastoral Council Recruiting Info Night7:00pM SpC Bereavement Support Group7:00pM SK AMS 7th Grade Parent Meeting7:30pM BB Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SJC Contemplative PrayerWEDNESDAY, April 179:30aM ODH Mothers of Young Children Meeting10:30aM SK Mission Bridge Tournament1:00pM ODH AMS Library - Author Presentation3:40pM SCH SRE Classes5:00pM BB Happy Hour Dance Class6:00pM ODH AMS Family Math Night7:00pM BB Wedding Information Evening7:00pM HFH Stewardship Commission7:00pM SK RCIA7:30pM PH Social Justice and Outreach Commission7:30pM SpC Sunday’s Readings in ContextTHURSDAY, April 182:00pM BB American Cancer Society Research Project3:15pM BKMR AM Children’s Choir 6:30pM SpC Vocations Meeting7:30pM SCH AMS Board Meeting (Media Room)7:30pM SK Baptism PreparationFRIDAY, April 19
8:00aM BB American Cancer Society Research Project3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class
Facilities: BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church GYM-Gymnasium ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel SK-Saint Kateri ∙ SKMR-Saint Kateri Music Room
SATURDAY, April 209:30aM PH Liturgy & Worship Meeting10:00aM HFH AA Women’s Meeting5:00pM BBP M.O.M. Food & Clothing Drive BBP K of C Casino Night Ticket SalesSUNDAY, April 21 BBP M.O.M. Food & Clothing Drive BBP K of C Casino Night Ticket Sales7:00aM ODH Coffee & Donuts7:00aM ODH AMS Used Uniform Sales2:00pM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)3:30pM ODH Confirmation Year 1 Meeting5:00pM ODH AMS Mustang Players Rehearsal 6:30pM SK Faith Formation7:00pM ODH Dr. Creasy Bible Study
nexT Weekend
Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, April 15
8:00 Jean Harger – RIP (Brian & Cheryl Burdiak & Boys) 12:10 Yvonne French – RIP (Lois Kumm) 5:00 Carol Brenckle – RIP (Gary & Judy Gonser)TUESDAY, April 16
6:30 Special Intention 8:00 Rita Johnson – RIP (Smoot Family) 12:10 Karen Beebe – RIP (Dick Eastom & Family) 5:00 Eileen Ivers – RIP (Brigitte Allen)WEDNESDAY, April 17
8:00 Hazel McKenna – RIP (Legion of Mary) 12:10 Teresa Stokovic – RIP (Helen Bell) 5:00 Mary Jane Chianta – RIP (Nat & La Famiglia) THURSDAY, April 18
6:30 Hospice House Patients – Sp. Int. (Sandy Giacomini) 8:00 Jim Walsh, Sr. – RIP (John Kline) 12:10 Ann O’Donovan - RIP 5:00 Gabriela Garber – RIP (Adolfo Garber)FRIDAY, April 19
8:00 Patrice Esposito Tracy – RIP (Jeff, Milena, Yasmin & Kaya Robertson) 12:10 Denise Gill - RIP (Sue Meyer) 5:00 Raymond Freedman – RIP (Tom & Jean Willson)SATURDAY, April 20
8:00 Steve Sabosky – RIP (Bardy Ryan) 5:00 Terrence J. Byrne – RIP (John & Leeann McNicholas)SUNDAY, April 21 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
7:00 James L. Grisez, M.D. – Sp. Int. (Gena Esposito) 8:00 Ann & Michael Kirst – Sp. Int. (Mortimer Family) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Jennie Montgoris – RIP (John Sboto) 5:00 Paul Ellis – RIP (Clorinda & Frank Santangelo)
N OT E : D a te s a n d l o ca t i o n s a re s u b j e c t to c h a n g e w i t h o u t n o t i ce. P l e a s e c h e c k w i t h t h e m i n i s t r y to ve r i f y e ve n t.
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Historical Ministry:Stained glass window tours of the Church, on request. Contact Rita Hanretty at 310-545-5652.
And Jesus said to them, "Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men."
-- Mark 1:17
oPen House at st. JoHn’s seMinary
Saturday, April 20, 1:00-4:00PM
St. John’s Seminary in Camarillo invites all members of the Los Angeles Archdiocese to our Open House. Come visit your seminary, pray in our unique chapel, stroll our beautiful grounds, but especially meet with the men who will be serving our Lord, Jesus Christ, as your priests.
The Seminary will be open to the public Saturday, April 21, from 1:00-4:00pM. RSVPs are suggested but not necessary. The Seminary is located at 5012 Seminary Road, Camarillo.
For directions or more information, call the Advancement Office, 805-389-2037, or email a d v a n c e m e n t @ s t j o h n s e m . e d u .
sTePhen MInIsTry Spring Time
“No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow.” --ProverbWhile this holds true with the seasons, not everyone might feel it holds true in their lives. When confronted with a life challenge like a family illness or a job loss or financial uncertainty, it is easy to feel the bleakness of winter while unable to see the spring. But it is there.If you find yourself struggling, call the Stephen Ministry. Trained to provide confidential, Christian care, a Stephen Minister will listen and care as you journey toward spring. For more information, call us at 310-545-8244.
beGInnInG aGaIn
Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation and divorce.
The next meeting is Tuesday, April 16 from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Pathways to Growth."
bereaveMenT suPPorT GrouP
And Jesus Wept… . . .May His Loving Arms
Embrace You In TimesOf Sadness.Upcoming MeetingsTuesday, April 16 Tuesday, May 21 Tuesday, June 18All meetings are from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Spirituality Center.Please join us. All are welcome, even if you have not attended our prior bereavement support group meetings.
RSVP to Deacon Chris at c a m a n t e a @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g or to Yvonne Amantea at 310-613-7814.
PasToral Care
Care Notes CaN Help You Cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics, such as
Praying When You Feel Spiritually Empty Discovering the Healing Power of Laughter ANGER When You Feel Like You're Going to Explode
Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 4567
PRESENTS
Saturday, April 27, 2013 │ 7PM-11PM
O’Donnell Hall- American Martyrs Parish 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
$35 Ticket Includes: Play Money, Raffle Ticket for 3 Great Door Prizes, 2 Drink Tickets, Heavy Hors d’oeuvres & Dessert
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament │ $100 Entry Fee │ Great Prizes including a TV! Check-in at 6pm │ Starts at 6:30pm sharp
Ticket Information │ Sign-up with credit card at www.kofc4567.org Advanced registration required │ Deadline is April 20, 2013
Charity Fundraiser Benefiting:
Doak Center for Palliative Care @ Little Company of Mary Hospital
Plus many more games and raffles!
Save the Date Friday, May 31 - Sunday, June 2
The Community and Evangelization Commission is hosting an exhibit of the artwork of
John August Swanson, a local artist known worldwide for his
biblically based images and vivid use of color.
April 14, 2013 |Third Sunday of Easter
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TnT (20's and 30's) Join us next Sunday, April 21 after the 5:00pM Mass at Coffee Bean in downtown Manhattan Beach. We will be planning our tnt events for the next few months. Finish off your weekend by meeting new people and learning more about tnt.
For more information about these events and to join our TnT mailing list, contact Lindsey at [email protected].
ParIsh neWs
Coffee & donuTs In o'donnell hall Fifty-five Plus will be serving donuts, coffee, tea, juice, and milk after the 7:00, 8:00 and 9:30aM Masses.NEXT WEEK: Mothers Outreach Ministry will serve Coffee and Donuts.
MoThers of younG ChIldren Wednesday, April 17, 9:30–11:00aM in O'Donnell Hall. Please join us with your children at our meeting. We’re planning on a guest speaker who’ll discuss wellness and toxins. As always, new and returning members are welcome. Babysitting will be provided. Hope to see you there!
MiniStry contactS: Christy Barner, 310-804-6028, Joy Hryniewicz, 310-809-5522, and Lori Nolting, 720-883-7581
14Th annual aMs Golf & TennIs Cl assIC All are invited! Parishioners, AMS parents, alumni, and our local community on Monday, April 29 at the historic and beautiful Palos Verdes Golf Club. Don’t miss out, register now before we sell out!! Go to a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g for the link to the online golf registration.
If tennis is your game, then join us at the Manhattan Country Club, 11:00aM - 3:00pM for an All English Affair with Tea and Tennis.Go to a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g for the link to the online tennis registration.For sponsorship opportunities (some new and improved!) and auction donations, contact: Suzanne Knittel at s b u r n s k n i t t e l @ g m a i l . c o m or Susan Petroni at [email protected].
alTar soCIeTy MonThly MeeTInG The monthly meeting is Thursday, April 11 at 9:00aM in the St. Kateri Room. Everyone is welcome to attend our meeting.
The doors will be open at 8:30aM for a continental breakfast, a short meeting to inform you of what your Altar Society has done and will be doing in the future and then our Guest Speaker. The topic for our guest speaker is “Learn How to Coupon Clip and Get Free Product.”
More inFo: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016
The Altar Society will be selling raffle tickets beginning NEXT WEEKEND, April 13-14
for a wonderful vacation in Palm Desert. Proceeds from the Raffle will support the
ministry and works of the Altar Society.
Palm Desert Marriott - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Villa 7 Days - 6 Nights, No Black Out Dates
The drawing will be at our May 24th Luncheon. Winner need not be present.
Mot h e r ' s Da y Med i a Tr i b u t eAmerican Martyrs Church is happy to celebrate Mother’s Day with a media tribute to all the moms of the parish after each Mass on Mother's Day weekend.Please send us your DIGITAL photo (no hard copies) of
“Mom in action.” High resolution images that are bright and in focus work best. Close-up photos are preferred.
Please note that there is no guarantee that all images submitted will be used. Submission deadline is May 1.
Submit photos online at w w w. a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g. Click the "Mother's Day" link to upload.
Bishop Oscar Solis will celebrate 5:00PM Mass at American Martyrs on Friday, April 19.
Bishop Solis is the bishop for our San Pedro Pastoral Region of the Archdiocese.
Everyone is invited to attend this Mass.
39 and holdInG April 27 - Casino Night with the Knights of Columbus; it's the Knights' best fundraiser. Meet at the doors of O' Donnell Hall and go in together. Registration at w w w. k o f c 4 5 6 7 . o r g / c a s i n o
April 28 - Dinner and Movie Night. Meet near the statue of Mary on the Church porch after 5:00pM Mass. We will coordinate a drive to a local restaurant and the movies.
contact :Greg Raizk, 310-436-4734, for more information.
PrograMMer neeDeD For ParisH Fair The Parish Fair Chairs are looking for a dedicated individual to assist with the Volunteers' website. Solid experience in ASP.NET programming and SQL database. Experience in javascript. Basic knowledge in managing a Windows server.
If you or someone you know is interested, contact Rebecca Foster at 415-336-6405/ [email protected] .
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steWarDsHiP Commission Chair: Dennis Labriola, 310-345-2401 / s tewardship@amer ic anmar t y r s .o r g
Stewardship Reflections
Today's Gospel from John recounts the exchange between the Lord and St. Peter. Three times Jesus enjoins Peter - the first time to “Feed my lambs,” then to “Tend my sheep,” and finally to “Feed my sheep.” Most scholars and theologians have concluded that this was Christ’s command to Peter to create the Church and to establish a formal means through which the flock, the people, could be fed through the gift and power of the Eucharist and nourished through the Word of God.
Of course, Jesus was saying that not only to Peter, but also to all of us. What do we do to feed the Lord’s sheep? At Mass, we are one of the sheep coming to be fed but it would seem that Jesus is challenging us to do more than that. If we view ourselves as stewards of our faith, our families, and communities, it means that we are expected to do more, to give more of ourselves to assure that the flock is truly tended and fed.
How would you rate as an evangelist to your friends, families and neighbors? As stewards, we are called to not only be a loyal disciple of Christ, but also to share our faith with those around us. Whether it is through our thoughts, words, or actions, evangelization is an essential tool of stewardship.
Make a concerted effort to share the gift of your faith with someone. Ask them to attend Mass with you, offer to say a prayer before dining at a social function, or invite someone to join your weekly bible study group.
You never know how your suggestion may help feed the faith of a fellow Catholic, or how your own faith may be fed, as well.
Christ is risen! As His disciples, we are called to go forth and spread the good news of Christ's Resurrection. The
fruitful ministries at our parish are examples of how many of you have answered, and continue to answer, that call.
To ensure such work can continue requires not only gifts of time, but also of financial help. We ask you to prayerfully consider supporting our parish with electronic donations through Faith Direct.
Enroll online at w w w. Fa i t h D i r e c t . n e t , our church code is CA308.
As always, know that your generosity is truly a gift from God.
Thank you to all who participated in the inaugural March 23 “Faith in action: american martyrs Day oF Volunteering” We had more than 120 participants in the various activities, highlighted by 40 workers at two Habitat for Humanity sites,
and about 30 who helped at the Heal tHe bay beach cleanup at the Manhattan Beach pier,
and 30 more making lunches in the B&B room. The attendance at the 8aM Mass that morning was incredibly powerful in connecting prayer with activism.We hope to make this an annual event, but also want to remind you that many of these projects are on-going through our various ministries. Check the bulletin for more information if you are interested in participating in the monthly visits to the St. Francis downtown shelter (every 1st Saturday), lunch making for St. Lawrence of Brindisi (every 2nd Saturday), beach cleanups (every 3rd Saturday) as well as news of more senior home visits, pet adoptions and clothing and appliance drives.contact: Tom Hoffarth, s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g .
April 14, 2013 |Third Sunday of Easter
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onGoInG hearTs for The hunGry
santa Monica: last Saturday of every month, 7aM - noon (next trip is April 27)ContaCt: Michael Concannon, 714-852-2112 m i c h a e l . c o n c a n n o n @ b o v i s l e n d l e a s e . c o m
st. Francis center: first Saturday of every month, 9:45aM - 3:00pM (next trip is May 4)ContaCt: John Harder, 310- 634-2101/ j o h n . h a r d e r. 3 r d @ g m a i l . c o m
st. laWrence oF BrinDisi: second Saturday of every month, (next trip is May 11)ContaCt: Frank Valdez, 310-926-6940 / f r a n k . v a l d e z @ u t e x a s . e d u
Commission Chair: Tom Hoffarth 310-378-2726 / s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
MoTher's ouTreaCh MInIsTry Join M.O.M. for our monthly meeting at 9:30aM in O'Donnell Hall on Thursday, April 11. Due to school vacations, the meeting has been moved to the second Thursday of the month. Coffee and bagels will be served. We will also collect items for the Queen of Peace Pregnancy Shelter.
M.O.M. is a supportive network of parish women and their children who provide friendship and spiritual growth through involvement in outreach projects. We welcome new members and their children.
MiniStry contactS: Colleen McCarthy, 310-793-6105 or Lori Cedergreen, 310-365-8379.
resPeCT lIfe MInIsTry
WALK FOR LIFE for the Pregnancy Help Center Saturday, May 18, 8:30aM, Veteran's Park, Redondo BeachThe Pregnancy Help Center has been serving women and their families in the South Bay Community for over 35 years. Starting as a crisis pregnancy hotline in 1971, the Center opened its doors in 1976 and was licensed by the State of California as a medical clinic in 1981. Free prenatal consultations by an OB/GYN were added in 1997, and free STD testing and treatment began to be offered in 2008. Recently, the Center has been remodeled and will begin offering ultrasound services this year. Your support will help fund the following services:• Free ultrasound services (allowing women to not only affirm life
but to save lives by significantly reducing the likelihood of the mother choosing abortion).
• Additional operating expenses associated with offering ultrasound services
• Pregnancy & STD testing and counseling to serve more women and men
• Prenatal nutrition and breastfeeding education for pregnant mothers
For information about Respect Life Ministry or the Walk for Life, contact Steve Perry, s t e v e n . m i c h a e l . p e r r y @ g m a i l . c o m or Russ Neglia, 310-316-3845 / r u n e g l i a @ v e r i z o n . n e t .
Donations Needed: 400 Spanish Copies of Fr. Greg Boyle's book "Tattoos on the Heart"Through God's grace and hope renewed international, "Tattoos on the Heart" has made its
way to incarcerated gang members in Guatemala and is bringing hope there as well. Please help us get this book in the hands of those who need it most!{pages, a bookstore} in Manhattan Beach is
offering a 20% discount off the cover price of Fr. Greg Boyle's profound book "Tattoos on the Heart" (Spanish version). Thank you for your support!For more information, contact Lorri or Jay Perreault at l o r r i l a r i m o r e @ h o t m a i l . c o m / 310-994-5436.
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Are you interested in joining several American Martyrs parishioners on a
MISSION TRIP TO UGANDA?
In coordination with Hope4kids International, a team will be traveling from July 10-23 and participate in medical outreach, school and hospital visits, dedicate a new well and other
service projects.
For information, contact Amy Stone, a m y s t o n e 2 @ a o l . c o m and see the website w w w. H o p e 4 K i d s I n t e r n a t i o n a l . o r g The Social Justice and Outreach Commission invites you
to attend a program that describes the basic beliefs and practices of Muslims, brief overview of their history, basic terminology, major holidays, the demographics of Muslims in the United States and the world, and explanations of the major beliefs and practices of Islam. Also to be presented will be a review of the development of Catholic/Muslim relations from the Second Vatican Council to the present.
Islam 101 Sunday, May 5, at 6:15 PM
St. Kateri RoomPresenters will be Milia Islam-Majeed and Father Alexei Smith
Milia Islam-Majeed serves as the Executive Director of the South Coast Interfaith Council (SCIC). She is a Harvard University graduate.
Father Alexei Smith, Pastor of St. Andrews Russian Greek Catholic Church in El Segundo is head of the Ecumenical and Interreligious Office for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
contact: Tony Fadale, a . f a d a l e @ v e r i z o n . n e t , 310-542-9696
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WeddInG InforMaTIon evenInG Engaged couples interested in being married at American Martyrs must first attend a “Wedding Information Evening”. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 17, from 7:00-8:00pM in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room. This meeting will cover details about the Catholic marriage preparation process and other requirements.
If you are a parishioner getting married at another parish, you also need to attend. Please bring paper and pencil. For more info, contact Judy & Gary Gonser, 310-643-9655 or j u d i t h . m . g o n s e r @ a e r o. o r g .
baPTIsM Class Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs.
Upcoming class is Thursday, April 18. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. See the schedule of classes at americanmar t yrs.org.
faITh forMaTIon
onGoInG faITh forMaTIon & enrIChMenT
BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pM in the Spirituality Center contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER:Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-545-7920
MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP2nd and 4th Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm, in the Spirituality Center ChapelEvening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chapletcontact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan roomcontact: Avito Moniz, 310-376-2065SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sundays, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651
St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center (use Pacific Ave. entrance)
“Lord, You have passed over into new life, and You now invite us to pass over also. We pray that as we turn to You, our faces will never look back. Instead, like You, let us make heaven on earth in our hearts.” -- St. Bernard of Clairvaux (12th century)
The effect of God’s grace is to bring us back to our original and intended course, with a yearning for increased holiness and infinite goodness. God’s grace is experienced in many ways and times, and particularly in prayer. Please join us in prayer for this Easter season. We begin with a brief reading, followed by two periods of silent prayer, closing with “Our Father”.
Please join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! MiniStry contact: Donna Ennis, 310-545-7920
“Peace to you! As the Father has sent me, I also send you.” John 20:21
virtus Protecting goD’s cHilDrenTraining and recertification sessions will be offered for parents, teachers, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, ushers, and other liturgical ministers in our parish
VIRTUS Training, "Protecting God’s Children", is required for all adults in the Parish interacting with young people. Monday, April 29, 7:00pM - 10:00pM, St. Kateri
VIRTUS Recertification, “Renewing the Promise”, is due every 4 years after initial training. Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 - 8:30pM, School Hall
Register by contacting Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 or p w i l l i a m s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
Author Jeff dietrich will be speaking after the 5:00pM Mass on Sunday, April 21 in the St. Kateri Room. Join us! Broken and Shared: food, dignity, and the poor
on loS angeleS' Skid row
Through the lens of Jeff's perspective and rooted in his life of self-imposed poverty, this book is both a prescription for change and an inspiration for how we might find ways to live more meaningful lives because we know the importance of caring for those who have nothing to offer but themselves.
voCaTIons faIr - sunday, aPrIl 28Please visit the Vocations Fair outside O'Donnell Hall after the morning Masses on Sunday, April 28. Everyone is invited to talk with our visitors from different religious orders and learn about the priesthood and religious life. All kids, especially those in grade school and up, are encouraged to collect stamps at each table they visit and will receive a commemorative gift when they show their completed VocationS fair paSSport.
I will praise you, Lord, for you have
rescued me. Ps 30
April 14, 2013 |Third Sunday of Easter
Find this bulletin online at americanmartyrs.org
faITh forMaTIon - In our faMIlIes
DID YOU KNOW? Support Archdiocese’s 2013 Child Abuse Prevention Month CampaignApril is national Child Abuse Prevention Month and “Keep Kids Safe” month in the Los Angeles Archdiocese. It is most appropriate that these events take place during the Easter Season, since there is no better time to celebrate the protection of our most valuable gift from God — our children. During this month, numerous activities will take place to celebrate what we have accomplished in protecting our children and young people and in remembering and praying for victims/survivors of sexual abuse. Children in Catholic schools and Religious Education programs in the Archdiocese will wear bright blue ribbon-shaped stickers that say, “Keep Kids Safe.” To view the 2013 Child Abuse Prevention package and order resources go to “Keep Kids Safe” stickers and other resources at: www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/safeguard/Pages/CAPM.aspx
For more information about the campaign call your parish or school office or contact the Office of Safeguard the Children, 213-637-7508 or b m e l e n d e z @ l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g
For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.
aMerICan MarTyrs youTh MInIsTry Every Tuesday Night - teen tuesday nigHts! Join us for prayer, games, tutoring, homework time, and prep for future Life Nights! We meet at 6:00pm every Tuesday in Holy Family House.
Sunday, April 21 - year 1 confirMation Meet in O'Donnell at 3:30pM, arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. All Confirmation Candidates will attend the 5:00pM Mass following our meeting.
Sunday, April 28 - life teen All High School teenagers, grades 9-12, are invited. This is our LAST Life Night of the school year. Attend our Life Teen Mass at 5:00pM and head straight over afterward to St. Kateri for our Life Night! If you want to help lector, bring up gifts, or usher, contact Monica Leon.
If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica Leon at m l e o n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM contact: a m y m @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
American Martyrs School
sCrIP Corner Craving some good local Mexican food?We have scrip gift certificates for the best Mexican Food places in town - el gringo, el soMBrero, and sions. So no matter which you think has the best salsa flavor, we have you covered. And remember that these are small, local businesses that have been in our community for years.
They support our parish, schools and ministries and we support them.
For special orders or information about scrip cards, contact the scrip office, 310-545-5651 x289 / s c r i p @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g.
faMIlIes In faITh - aMs and sre neWs Our families are preparing for the First Holy Communion of their children at their celebration on Saturday, May 11.We thank you for your prayers during this special time for them.
SRE Classes for Grades 1-6April 9 / 10 April 16 / 17 April 23 / 24 April 30 / May 1
First Grade Faith Celebration - Monday, April 22, 7:00PM
Our next Junior High Fun Nite is Friday, April 26 when the AMYM will present a play day from 5:00 - 7:00pM. All AMS and SRE 7th and 8th graders are invited.
Spring is a wonderful time for reflection on the beauty of our young people in our community. Their growth in knowledge of our loving God depends upon adults who will lead them on their journey.
Would you be willing to be one of those adults? Perhaps it is the year for you to join us in the formation of our young people.
Take the first step and have a conversation with Patti Williams, Director of Religious Education. Contact Patti Williams for more information, 310-546-4734 or p w i l l i a m s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
AMS Used Uniform Sale Did you know that AMS has gently-used school uniforms that look like new and are less than half the price of a new uniform?
Stop by O'Donnell Hall on Sunday, April 21 after all Masses - there are lots of sizes, especially for Kindergartners and younger grades. The proceeds from the Used Uniform Sale goes to our AMS library to buy new books for our kiddos! Cash or checks only. See you at the sale!
For more information, contact our Librarian, Mrs. Covelli at j c o v e l l i @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g or Debbi Drewry at d e b b i d r e w r y @ y a h o o. c o m / 310-488-1265.
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Contact Information & Resources
A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-214-4851CASA DE LOS ANGELITOS Maternity Home, 310-325-820824 HOUR Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELPARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE 800-355-2545VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650
SACRAMENTSBAPTISM 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays, 1:00pm Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call 310-545-5651 for an appointment.
PARISH CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Center Office and Saint Kateri Room (enter from Deegan Place) O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room (enter from O'Donnell parking lot)
GYM - 701 15th Street 310-802-8720 Use parking structure and crosswalk
HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Use lower level entrance next to Gym
PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street
SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Spirituality Garden Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)
April 14, 2013 |Third Sunday of Easter
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Join Father Steve Davoren and the Night’s of Discipleship Team for a Day of Recollection on Saturday, April 27th. Our lives can become filled with distractions that take our focus away from deepening our relationship with God. Join us for the opportunity to disconnect from these distractions and reconnect with God… our Source and Summit! The day will offer you time for deepening your faith through dynamic speakers, break out sessions with small groups, prayer time and fellowship. This day is open to all single, young adult men and women (ages 18 - 40) We hope you will join us for this day of spiritual renewal and growth!
Keynote speakers include;
Father Jack Stoeger; Director of the Cardinal Manning House of Prayer in Los Angeles
Father Luke Mata; Spiritual Director for Young Adults
Topics covered include;
Keeping focused, balanced and joyful in our very busy lives
How do we hear God’s voice in the midst of the “noise” of the world?
We are called to holiness… so how do we live in the world and stay rooted in Christ?
Date: Saturday : April 27, 2013
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Cost: $10.00 /person (includes lunch); pay at the door
Location: American Martyrs Church
624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
R.S.V.P.: To Fr. Steve Davoren by April 13th email RSVP to [email protected] or call (310) 922-2352
Website: www.lavocations.org : Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/la.vocations
DAY RETREAT AT ST. ANDREW'S ABBEY - Tuesday, April 16, You are invited to a Day Retreat at St Andrew’s Abbey in Valyermo, CA, on Tuesday, April 16.
Fr. Joseph Brennan O.S.B. will provide a reflection, followed by Mass at noon, and then luncheon in the Refectory. $30 per person includes morning drinks and lunch. RSVP by April 8.
For more info, call Mary Hornickel or John D’Isacco, 310-546-1302.
ST. JAMES GIFT SHOP - ST. JAMES CHURCH IN REDONDO BEACHThe Gift Shop is ready to meet all your gift needs through this Communion and Confirmation Season. We have a selection of gift sets, bibles, rosaries, picture frames, devotional medals, bracelets, crucifixes, crosses, prayer cards, etc.
Please stop by and see us, you won't be disappointed. hourS: Wed. - Fri., 10:00aM-4:00pM, and Sat., 9:00aM-12:00 noon.
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Everyone is invited to join Matthew 25 on Saturday, April 20 from 10:00aM - 12 noon at the Manhattan Beach Pier for the monthly beach clean-up.
We meet near the lifeguard stand next to the bike path and walk to the Roundhouse Aquarium at the end of the pier for a talk about ocean pollution before the cleanup begins.
Earn service hours, get involved in a project with family or friends, and learn more about why Care for God’s Creation includes knowledge of what you can do to help keep the beaches healthy.
No need to RSVP, but it's encouraged to get waiver forms taken care of and send out information packages.contact: PJ Murphy, 310-430-5676 / [email protected]
sToP by our WelCoMe Table
Are you new to American Martyrs? Have you moved?
Stop by the Welcome Table THIS WEEKEND and let us update your information
or register you in the Parish.
Looking to get more involved? We can help with that too!
For more information, please contact Harriet Rapista at r a p i s t a 9 0 2 7 8 @ v e r i z o n . n e t
or 310-947-2416.
BABY/TODDLER CLOTHING & GOODS DRIVE
& WOMEN’S CLOTHING DRIVE
Mother’s Outreach Ministry (M.O.M.) will be collecting clean, gently-used items to be donated to St. Lawrence of Brindisi and the Downtown Women’s Shelter. Collections after ALL MASSES the weekend of April 20-21 outside the B&B Room. Collection boxes will also be at the Preschool (1705 Laurel Avenue) the week of April 15-19. CONTACT: Kara Siebert, 310.806.5088 /[email protected] or Linda Cronkite, 310.291.2451 / [email protected]. ITEM SUGGESTIONS: Strollers, cribs, car seats, books, unused and sealed baby food & formula, baby/toddler & maternity clothes, etc. To help determine what’s appropriate to donate, please consider quality items you’d hand down to a friend or family member.
Sponsored by Mother’s Outreach Ministry (M.O.M.)
For more information contact: The Office Manager, Anthonian Association Tel.: 347.738.4306
Anniversary of the Discovery of Saint Anthony’s Relics
by Saint Bonaventure
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1263 - 2013
A Messenger
of HopefroM pAduA, itAly
sunday, april 14 - san diegogood shepherd parish8200 Gold Coast Drive, CA 9212612:15 PM Eucharistic Celebration
monday, april 15 - los angelesCathedral of our lady of the angels555 W Temple St., CA 9001211:00 AM Veneration 12:10 PM Eucharistic Celebration followed by Veneration
tuesday, april 16 - los angelesst. peter’s italian Church 1039 N Broadway, CA 900126:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
Wednesday, april 17 - santa barbara st. barbara parish2201 Laguna Street, CA 931057:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
thursday, april 18 - manhattan beaChamerican martyrs Church 624 15th St., CA 902665:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
Friday, april 19 - torranCest. Francis Korean Catholic Church 2040 Artesia Blvd, CA 905047:30 PM Eucharistic Celebration
saturday, april 20 - hermosa beaChour lady of guadalupe Church 244 Prospect Avenue, CA 902545:00 PM Vigil Eucharistic Celebration
sunday, april 21 - gardenast. anthony of padua Church1050 West 163rd St., CA 9024711:00 AM Eucharistic Celebration
For more information contact: the office manager, anthonian association
tel.: 347.738.4306
the Franciscan Friars invite you to join them in welcoming saint anthony of padua on the occasion of the 750th anniversary of the discovery of saint anthony’s relics by saint bonaventure. st. anthony will be visiting us in the form of two precious relics from his basilica in padua, italy.the relics will be accompanied by two friars from the messenger of st. anthony in padua and the anthonian association.
San Diego - Los Angeles - Santa BarbaraTorrance - Manhattan Beach
Hermosa Beach - Gardena
St. Anthony’s Relics Visit California April 14 - 21
The Franciscan Friars invite you to join them in welcoming
Saint Anthony of Padua on the occasion of the 750th
Anniversary of the Discovery of Saint Anthony’s Relics by Saint
Bonaventure.
St. Anthony will be visiting us in the form of two precious
relics from his Basilica in Padua, Italy. The relics will be
accompanied by two friars from the Messenger of St. Anthony in Padua and the Anthonian
Association.
Anniversary of the Discovery of Saint Anthony’s Relics
by Saint Bonaventure
th
1263 - 2013
A Messenger
of HopefroM pAduA, itAly
sunday, april 14 - san diegogood shepherd parish8200 Gold Coast Drive, CA 9212612:15 PM Eucharistic Celebration
monday, april 15 - los angelesCathedral of our lady of the angels555 W Temple St., CA 9001211:00 AM Veneration 12:10 PM Eucharistic Celebration followed by Veneration
tuesday, april 16 - los angelesst. peter’s italian Church 1039 N Broadway, CA 900126:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
Wednesday, april 17 - santa barbara st. barbara parish2201 Laguna Street, CA 931057:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
thursday, april 18 - manhattan beaChamerican martyrs Church 624 15th St., CA 902665:00 PM Eucharistic Celebration
Friday, april 19 - torranCest. Francis Korean Catholic Church 2040 Artesia Blvd, CA 905047:30 PM Eucharistic Celebration
saturday, april 20 - hermosa beaChour lady of guadalupe Church 244 Prospect Avenue, CA 902545:00 PM Vigil Eucharistic Celebration
sunday, april 21 - gardenast. anthony of padua Church1050 West 163rd St., CA 9024711:00 AM Eucharistic Celebration
For more information contact: the office manager, anthonian association
tel.: 347.738.4306
the Franciscan Friars invite you to join them in welcoming saint anthony of padua on the occasion of the 750th anniversary of the discovery of saint anthony’s relics by saint bonaventure. st. anthony will be visiting us in the form of two precious relics from his basilica in padua, italy.the relics will be accompanied by two friars from the messenger of st. anthony in padua and the anthonian association.
San Diego - Los Angeles - Santa BarbaraTorrance - Manhattan Beach
Hermosa Beach - Gardena
St. Anthony’s Relics Visit California April 14 - 21
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