T he psalmist cries out to God, “Lord, in your great love, answer me.” In each

of our readings today, there is movement from darkness and despair to trusting in God as our source of salvation. Jeremiah sounds almost a madman as he describes the evil and vileness that surrounds him. In the midst of that terror, he professes his faith in God. Similarly, in Saint Paul’s letter to the Romans, we are reminded that one man, Jesus Christ, came into the world for the sake of many, to overcome the evil and sin that have been prevalent since Adam. In Mark, Jesus calls us from fear, sin, and darkness to live in the light. He reminds us that we are not alone and how very pre-cious each of us is in the eyes of God. In-deed, God hears our cries!

DO NOT BE AFRAID

In our world today, it seems there are many things to make us fearful. We can become distraught over personal finances, relationships, poor choices our children are making, issues with jobs, the changing cli-mate, the way our parish is being run, or a zillion other things. The problems may not even be evil but may be simply life and all its challenges. But these struggles are real, and sometimes we seek unhealthy solutions. Many people suffer with issues of anxiety and depression, and fear leads others to addiction as a means of coping. In our Gospel today, God lovingly calls us beyond that darkness to light.

YOU ARE WORTH MORE THAN MANY SPARROWS

Sometimes we look for very complex an-swers when a simple promise or solution is right in front of us. As I am writing and looking out the window, I see half a dozen little birds sitting in a bush. Their presence is a reminder to me of God’s love and care for each and every one of us. If something that seems so insignificant or incidental is known by God, how much more are we loved and cared for! Take a moment, look at the world around you, breathe, take it in, and ask God for the help you need. Turn matters over and place your trust in a lov-ing God.

Remember, though, Jesus seldom heals without some sort of action on our part. When you have given your concern over to God, other concrete steps may be neces-sary. Is it time to schedule an appointment with a professional? Time to name an is-sue? Or time for the sacrament of recon-ciliation? Evil’s power comes from remain-ing in the darkness. When we no longer close ourselves off or suffer alone but share our concerns with someone, we can begin to grow and heal and move past them. It is seldom magical or instantane-ous. It is a long arduous process. But we hold on to the simple reminder, “You are worth more than many sparrows!” Today’s Readings: Jer 20:10–13; Ps 69:8–10, 14, 17, 33–35;

Rom 5:12–15; Mt 10:26–33

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Annunciation Church Masses for This Week Saturday, June 20th 5:30 p.m. Fr. Chua RIP & S.I. All Fathers Sunday, June 21st 8:00 a.m. Msgr. O’Connell RIP & S.I. All Fathers 8:15 a.m. Fr. Herbert RIP & S.I. All Fathers 10:00 a.m. Fr. Herbert RIP & S.I. All Fathers 10:15 a.m. Msgr. O’Connell RIP & S.I. All Fathers 12:00 p.m. SPANISH Visiting Priest RIP & S.I. All Fathers 12:15 p.m. SPANISH Fr. Chua RIP & S.I. All Fathers 3:00 p.m. Fr. Nguyen Monday, June 22nd 8:30 a.m. Fr. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Tuesday, June 23rd 8:30 a.m. .RIP & S.I. All Fathers Wednesday, June 24th 7:30 p.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Thursday, June 25th 8:30 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Friday, June 26th 8:30 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Masses for Next Week Saturday, June 27th 5:30 p.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Sunday, June 28th 8:00 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers 8:15 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers 10:00 a.m. All Mothers 10:15 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers 12:00 p.m. SPANISH RIP & S.I. All Fathers 12:15 p.m. SPANISH RIP & S.I. All Fathers 3:00 p.m. Fr. Nguyen Monday, June 29th 8:30 a.m. RIP & S.I. All Fathers Tuesday, June 30th 8:30 a.m. RIP Marcela Rondilla Wednesday, July 1st 7:30 p.m. S.I. Ador and Maricel Camiling Thursday, July 2nd 8:30 a.m. RIP Chan Kung Kong

Mass Schedule (Continued): First Friday, July 3rd Fr. RIP Petronila Macatula Parish Master Calendar Update: The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has approved the celebration of Mass and of the Sacraments only. We have not been approved for any other events, meet-ings, gatherings or activities on our property yet. At this point in time, we have cancelled anything that has been requested to be put on our Master Calendar through September 30th of this year. When we are approved for meetings, events, etc., we will be able to finalize our calendar and will publish it. It is our wish to welcome everyone back, but only when we are comfortable in the knowledge that it is safe to do so. Thank you for your patience.

Medjugorje Mass: Our Lady invites us to gather for Mass this Thursday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. to honor her Son Jesus and His gift of His Holy Mother to us in Medjugorje. We thought that the churches would remain closed, but she has paved the way for us to be able to receive Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist. This Mass is to recog-nize the anniversary of her apparitions in Medjugorje. Please remember to wear your mask, Unfortunately, we will not be able to gather for fellowship fol-lowing Mass this year, as the church needs to be closed immediately following Mass to allow for proper sanitization.

Christian Service Center Information: Our Christian Service Center is relocating to a smaller area. We are accepting only non-perishable food items at this time. No other donations, please, as we adjust to our new site. Thank you. Mass Schedule: For the time being, and in consideration of current guidelines as mandated by the Center for Disease Control and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, our focus will be on offering Mass according to the new schedule outlined in the left-hand column. Our Adoration Chapel will remain closed and there will be no Liturgy of the Hours on Sunday afternoons Thank you for your understanding.

Religious Education Catechists Needed: If the Holy Spirit has entered your heart with the thought of extending your love of God toward our young people, our Religious Education Program is where you need to be! We anticipate the need for three teachers for our next school year, which will begin in late September, 2020. Classes meet on Thursday af-ternoons from 3:45 to 5:00 p.m. and lesson plans are provided for you. If you would like to volunteer for this spiritually rewarding work, or if you have ques-tions, please contact Arcie Reza at (626) 446-1625.

How To Prepare For The Celebration Of Online Masses: Prepare Externally: 1. Prepare an altar table with candle and a crucifix. 2. Respond and participate in the online Mass. If possible, follow the ritual of

standing, kneeling and being seated, as we do in church. 3. Have the Act of Spiritual Communion ready. 4. Invite the whole family and, together, join in our celebration of online Mass. Prepare Internally: 1. Have a moment of silence. 2. Call the family together and say a prayer. 3. During Communion, recite the Act of Spiritual Communion together. 4. After the online Mass, recite the Prayer to St. Michael, Archangel. 5. Go to love and share the Lord—be a cyber missionary.

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time June 21, 2020

April 7, 2002

Offering Collection $9,310.50

Thank you and God bless you.

Mass Alternatives: Daily Mass is streamed from Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral at 12:10 p.m. and Sunday Mass is streamed in English at 10:00 a.m., followed by Mass in Spanish at 12:30 p.m. The Cathedral Masses can be accessed through either Facebook (facebook.com/lacatholics) or on YouTube. If you do not view or listen to Mass on Sunday, you are encouraged to keep this day holy. Activities may include: reading the Gospels, praying with your family or friends (the Rosary or other prayers), and making an act of spiritual communion.

Other Parish Services: With regard to weddings, Baptisms and funerals, please contact the Parish Office at (626) 447-6202 to discuss your specific needs or concerns.

Your Church Contributions: Recognizing that, for some, this continues to be a difficult and trying time, you can still access our various methods for making your contribution. These methods include our website (www.annunciationchurch.net), droping off your contribution at the Parish Office, and using the pre-addressed envelope in your monthly envelope mailed package.

Lord, Protect Them Joseph Villamayor Air Force Elizabeth Villamayor Air Force Robert James Logan IV Army Adrian Mc Nally Army Ronnel Resurrecion Navy Daniel Smith Marines Patrick Thompson Navy Catherine Holdren Coast Guard Robert Wrischnik Marines Brandon Tennis Navy Rafael Hernandez, Jr. Marines Mario Monoz Marines Emma Larenas Navy Gabriel Jimenez Air Force Brian Griffiths Marines John B. Goss Marines Noe Villanueva Army Stephen Cain Marines Preston Ellis Air Force Matthew Aldrete Army Patrick Parra Army Justin R. Lozano Marines Vianca Medina Army Carlos Casillas Army Alex Quesada-Bocanegra Marines Carlos Rodriguez Army Jacob Davis Navy Shannon S. Everitt Air Force Liezl Sarte Air Force Mariel Constantino Air Force Christopher Moss Marines Nicholas Goddard Army David Aguilera Army Jason Smith Marines Brandon Patanjo Navy Michael Stanton Army Alex Ascanio Marines Matthew Martinez Army Osvaldo Santillan Air Force Lazarus Fuentes Marines Cristian Jesus Garcia Army Marco Andres Garcia Army Michael Beltran Navy

Last Week’s Offertory Collections June 14, 2020: $10,765 .00 Last Year: $ 8,848.50 Online Giving: $ 5,630.00 Together in Mission—2020

Goal Amount: $ 54,834.00 Amount Pledged: $ 61,559.00 Amount Paid: $ 47,829.53 Difference UNDER Amount Paid: $7,004.47

Please Pray For: All who are ill. Calendar of Events: Sunday, June 21st Father’s Day Monday, June 22nd Tuesday, June 23rd Wednesday, June 24th Thursday, June 25th Friday, June 26th Saturday, June 27th

¿Sabia Que? El verano es un buen tiempo para enseñar o desarrollar el hábito de la lectura en sus hijos. Los libros son un buen recurso para aprender nuevas cosas en la vida, y mientras usted lee junto con sus hijos, ello puede ayurdarie a fortalecer su relación con ellos y a conocer más sobre sus emociones y preocupaciones, especialmente en este tiempo de COVID-19. “Las preocupaciones, los miedos y las ansiedades son todos dragones que se nos acercan sigilosamente en algún momento”, dice la introducción del libro en ingles ”You’ve got dragons”, de la autora Kathryn Cave. “Es una historia perfecta para leer en voz alta a sus hijos pe-queños, cuyos miedos pueden algunas veces apoderarse de ellos.” Entre algunos libros recomendados por la Asociación Americana de Psicología (APA) está el libro en español, “Respira con facilidad,” y los libros en inglés, “A feel better book for little worriers” y “My wandering dreaming mind.” Para ibtener más informacion sobre la Hora de la Lectura “Magination Press” de la APA, visite https://www.facebook.com/MaginationPressAPA/. You will find this information in English posted in the bulletin board

of the vestibule of the church.

E n nuestro mundo actual, parece que hay muchas cosas que nos hacen temerosos. Podemos pon-

ernos angustiados por nuestras finanzas personales, relaciones, decisiones mediocres que nuestros hijos hacen, problemas en el trabajo, el cambio climático, la manera en que nuestra parroquia es administrada o un millón de otras cosas. Los problemas quizá ni siquiera son malos, sino que solo es la vida y todos sus cambios. Pero estas dificultades son auténticas y algunas veces buscamos soluciones malsanas. Muchas personas sufren problemas de ansiedad y depresión, y la angustia lleva a otras hacia la adicción como una forma de enfrentarlas. En el Evangelio de hoy, Dios amorosamente nos llama de la oscuridad profunda a la luz.

ERES MÁS VALIOSO QUE LOS PÁJAROS

Algunas veces buscamos respuestas complejas cuando una solución simple está frente a nosotros. Al estar escribiendo y viendo por la ventana, veo la mi-tad de una docena de pájaros pequeños parados en un arbusto. Su presencia nos recuerda al amor de Dios y su cuidado por cada uno de nosotros. Si algo que parece tan insignificante o fortuito lo conoce

Dios, ¡cuánto más nosotros somos amados y cuida-dos! Toma un momento, mira el mundo alrededor tuyo, respira, inhala, y pide la ayuda de Dios en tus necesidades. Dale vuelta a ese asunto y pon tu confi-anza en un Dios amoroso. Recuerda, sin embargo, Jesús pocas veces sana sin algún tipo de acción de nuestra parte. Cuando pon-gas tus preocupaciones en las manos de Dios, quizá pueden ser necesarios otros pasos. ¿Es tiempo de sacar una cita con un profesional? ¿Hora de ponerle nombre al problema? ¿O es el tiempo para confe-sarse en el Sacramento de la Reconciliación? La fuerza del mal surge por permanecer en la oscuridad. Cuando ya no nos cerramos o sufrimos solos, sino que compartimos nuestras preocupaciones con al-guien, podemos empezar a crecer, sanar y empezar a superarlos. Rara vez es mágico o instantáneo. Es un proceso prologado y difícil. Pero nos aferramos a un recordatorio sencillo, “¡tú eres más valioso que muchos pájaros!” Lecturas de hoy: Jer 20:10–13; Sal 69 (68):8–10, 14, 17, 33–35; Rom 5:12–15;

Mt 10:26–33

Trong Tin Mừng hôm nay, thánh sử Mát-thêu trình thuật việc Đức Giêsu tiên báo trước cho

các môn đệ về những đau khổ và hệ lụy xảy đến khi các ông loan báo Tin Mừng: “Anh em đừng sợ những

kẻ giết thân xác mà không giết được linh hồn. Đúng hơn, anh em hãy sợ Đấng có thể tiêu diệt cả hồn lẫn

xác trong hoả ngục” (Mt 10, 28). Trong toàn bộ Kinh Thánh, chúng ta thấy có nhắc tới 365 từ ngữ “đừng

sợ”. Như vậy, hàm ý cho thấy rằng: trong một năm với 365 ngày, tương ứng với 365 từ ngữ “đừng sợ”, tức

là con người ngày nào cũng phải đối diện với sự sợ hãi. Vì thế, lời trấn an “đừng sợ” của Đức Giêsu chính

là lời làm cho người môn đệ được an ủi trước những sợ hãi, thử thách, đau khổ trong cuộc đời.

Trên đời con người có nhiều thứ bủa vây, một trong những thứ đó là cái “sợ”. Càng văn minh con người

càng có nhiều nỗi sợ mới. Nỗi sợ làm người ta mất tự do, mất bình an, mất vui... Nỗi sợ có vẻ gắn liền với

sự mong manh của phận người. Người ta sợ nhiều thứ: sợ đau khổ, sợ thử thách, sợ bệnh hoạn, sợ thiếu

thốn và nhất là sợ chết... Xem ra, nỗi sợ hãi luôn ám ảnh con người và dù muốn dù không con người vẫn bị

bủa vây bởi trăm ngàn mối hiểm nguy. Thật vậy, sống ở đời làm sao tránh khỏi những căng thẳng, lo âu,

sợ hãi khi gặp khó khăn, nguy hiểm. Chính Chúa Giêsu cũng có những lúc bàng hoàng xao xuyến. Khi bảo

“anh em đừng sợ” Chúa Giêsu muốn ta đừng để cảm xúc sợ hãi làm tê liệt đời sống chúng ta. Người bảo

chúng ta: “đừng sợ”. “Đừng sợ” ngay trong mọi biến động, “đừng sợ”, vì “Người đã cứu thoát mạng sống

người bất hạnh khỏi tay kẻ dữ” (Gr 20,13). “Đừng sợ”, khi phải đối diện với đau khổ hay sự chết bởi vì

Thiên Chúa, Đấng yêu thương quan tâm chăm sóc chúng ta, vì Ngài là Cha nhân từ, trung tín, thấu hiểu

chúng ta cần gì, vì đối với Ngài, chúng ta “quý hơn muôn vàn chim sẻ” (x. Mt 10,31). Ta hãy sống như con

thơ phó thác cách đơn sơ trọn vẹn cho Thiên Chúa trong mọi hoàn cảnh, trong mọi công việc.

Tin Mừng hôm nay mời gọi chúng ta hãy can đảm sống thật, hành động thật và tin tưởng phó thác nơi

Chúa. Đừng sợ những khó khăn thử thách trong đời sống đạo. Đón nhận con đường khổ giá như là điều

kiện cần cho phần rỗi của mình. Luôn nhớ rằng khi chúng ta tin và sống đạo, hẳn chúng ta không thể thoát

khỏi sự hiểu lầm, chống đối và đôi khi cả cái chết nữa. Tuy nhiên, chúng ta sẽ khám phá ra ý nghĩa của đau

khổ và ngang qua đó, chúng ta sẽ thấy cùng đích của cuộc đời nằm ở nơi Thiên Chúa chứ không phải những

thứ mau qua, chóng hết ở đời này.

Lạy Chúa, nỗi sợ làm cho con chùn bước, rụt rè trong đời sống đức tin của con, xin cho con thêm sức mạnh

để con không còn sợ hãi Chúa ơi. Lạy Chúa Giêsu, xin ban thêm lòng tin cho chúng con, để chúng con

trung thành với sứ vụ và đón nhận mọi thử thách đau thương trong cuộc đời. Amen.

Bài đọc 1 Gr 20,10-13

Chúa đã giải thoát kẻ cơ bần khỏi tay người

hung ác.

Bài đọc 2 Rm 5,12-15

Sự sa ngã của A-đam không thể nào sánh được

với ân huệ của Thiên Chúa.

Tin Mừng Mt 10,26-33

Anh em đừng sợ những kẻ giết thân xác.

Thần Khí sự thật sẽ làm chứng về Thầy.

Cả anh em nữa, anh em cũng làm chứng về Thầy.

Suy Niệm

We encourage you to take notes as you reflect on this week readings / homily:

Liturgy Francine Moore (626) 930-0448 Eucharistic Ministers Linda Gutierrez (626) 446-7837 Lectors Christine Hunt (626) 422-3934 Sacristans Kathy Trinaystich (626) 359-6553 Altar Servers Frances Luna (626) 327-6147 Ushers Raul Arias (626) 357-6465 Music Ministry Joella Merten, Dir. (626) 821-0264 Joe Adamski (626) 437-5921 Francine Moore (626) 930-0448 Carlos Orozco (626) 371-6438 Deidre Stadler (626) 357-1433 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Pastoral Council Mark Lopez (626) 417-8541 Couples/Singles for Christ Perry Rivera (909) 594-6475 Bereavement Gary Cooper (626) 482-5041 Finance Council Jerry Gutierrez (626) 446-7837 Perpetual Adoration/Nite Adoration Leticia Carbajal (626) 277-9429 Rosary Prayer Group Gary Miller rosaryprayers@yahoo.com Meditation Group Pat Arkosy (626) 444-9355 Eucharistic Ministry to the Sick Marie Nimmrich (626) 448-3304 Christian Service Saturdays 10 am-12 Noon Grupo de Oracíón Teresa Villareal (626) 236-0374 Safeguard the Children Dianne Logan (626) 303-6299 Encuentro Matrimonial: Ramiro y Mirna Cabrera (626) 376-1079 Fatima First Saturday Devotion: Jo DeLa Torre (310) 663-1955 Divine Mercy Prayer Group Lupe Sheets (626) 716-1714 Women’s Ministry Joella Merten (626) 821-0264 BLD Prayer Community Kathy Dela Paz (626) 629-0788 Intercession Ministry Gloria Murillo (626) 316-0628 Justice & Peace Ministry Cathlene Wells (626) 840-7966 Prayer Chain Ministry Marie Nimmrich (626) 448-3304

ANNUNCIATION CHURCH 1307 East Longden Avenue, Arcadia CA ~ www.annunciationchurch.net

OFFICE: 2701 Peck Road Monrovia, CA 91016 Telephone: (626) 447-6202 Fax: (626) 447-9834 Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. (Closed for lunch from 12:00—1:00 P.M.) Office Manager Ms. Christine Hunt Ext. 11 Receptionist Mrs. Kathleen Trinaystich Ext. 10 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2701 South Peck Road Monrovia, CA 91016 Telephone: (626) 446-1625 Monday & Wednesday 5:00—8:00 P.M. Tuesday & Thursday 2:00—8:00 P.M Closed on Fridays Director Arcie Reza Office Staff: Alexandra Dixon and Jessica Tang Confirmation/Youth Ministry Arcie Reza R.C.I.A. (Adults Only) Sandra Rivera (626) 506-9068 R.C.I.A. for Children/F.I.R.E. Children’s Liturgy Esther and Susan (626) 446-1625

Pastor: Rev. Freddie Chua In Residence: Rev. Eugene Herbert Pastor Emeritus Msgr. Timothy O’Connell

LITURGIES Saturday Evening Vigil 5:30 PM Sunday 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:00 Noon (Español) 3:00 p.m. (Vietnamese) 4:45 p.m.—Liturgy of the Hours Weekday Mass Schedule 8;30 a.m. Mon. Tue. Thurs. Friday Wed. [Marian Devotion] with O.L.O.P.H. Devotion 7:00 P.M. Rosary 7:30 P.M. Mass of the B.V.M. First Friday Schedule 7:45 A.M. Reconciliation 8:30 A.M. Mass & Exposition All Day Adoration 7:30 P.M. Benediction Fatima First Saturday Devotion 7:00 P.M. Adoration 8:00 P.M. Mass Holy Days Vigil: 5:30 P.M. 8:30 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Reconciliation Saturday: 3:30 to 5:00 P.M. or by appointment Matrimony Six months notice required. Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment with the Pastor. Baptism Please stop by the Parish Office to pick up the necessary paperwork and to be given the name and phone number of the Baptism Catechist to contact and pre-register for your classes. Child Abuse Hotline Reporting Sexual Abuse: (800) 355-2545 Heather T. Banis (213) 637-7650 Ph.D