MARCH 11, 2018 FOURTH S UNDAY OF L ENT 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 | 310-545-5651 | www.AmericanMartyrs.org WEEKEND MASS: Saturday Vigil: 5PM | Sunday: 7AM, 8AM, 9:30AM, 11:30AM, 5PM ( and 7PM on the first Sunday of the month) WEEKDAY MASS: Mon/Wed/Fri: 8AM, 12:10PM and 5PM (5:30PM on Friday) | Tues/Thurs: 6:30AM, 8AM, 12:10PM and 5PM | Sat: 8AM HOLY DAY MASS: Vigil: 5PM | Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8AM, 12:10PM, 5PM and 7:30PM RECONCILIATION: Tues: 7 AM-7:15 AM | Wed: 5:30 PM-6 PM | Thurs: 7 AM-7: 15 AM | Fri: 6 PM-6:30 PM |Sat: 8:30 AM-9 AM, 4 PM-4:30 PM Eves of Holy Days: 4 PM-4:30 PM | Confessions by request at anytime; call Rectory for appointment. PASTOR: Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A. • ASSOCIATE PASTORS: Rev. Joseph Kammerer, Rev. Rick Prindle DEACONS: Fred Rose, Derek Brown, Chris Amantea, Dick Williams • BUSINESS MANAGER: Bob Hodges A W ELCOMING C OMMUNITY , H ELPING O NE A NOTHER TO L IVE H OLY L IVES IN J ESUS C HRIST . Live Your Faith with Peace
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March 11, 2018Fourth Sunday oF Lent
624 15th Street , Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 | 310-545-5651 | www.AmericanMartyrs .org
Weekend Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5pm | Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 5pm (and 7pm on the first Sunday of the month)
Weekday Mass: Mon/Wed/Fri: 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm (5:30pm on Friday) | Tues/Thurs: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm | Sat: 8am Holy day Mass: Vigil: 5pm | Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm and 7:30pm
Reconciliation: Tues: 7am-7:15am | Wed: 5:30pm-6pm | Thurs: 7am-7:15am | Fri: 6pm-6:30pm |Sat: 8:30am-9am, 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm | Confessions by request at anytime; call Rectory for appointment.
PASTOR: Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A. • ASSOCIATE PASTORS: Rev. Joseph Kammerer, Rev. Rick Prindle DEACONS: Fred Rose, Derek Brown, Chris Amantea, Dick Williams • BUSINESS MANAGER: Bob Hodges
a We Lco M i n g co M M u n i t y , he L p i n g on e an o t h e r to L i v e ho Ly L i v e S i n Je S u S ch r i S t .
LiveYourFaith
with Peace
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in MeMoriaM
Jorge Sugundo RodriguezDorothy Higi Amporn SupawanichFr. Mike Newman Dawn MichaelsMichael Connelly Greg Stevens
May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
pray For the Sick
Please pray for the sick in our community that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:
Hope Barboza Katie GoodwickJack Greenhalgh Edwin TrevillyanFrank Santangelo Timothy HartArlene Platten Jacob CondeJack Radville Maria Babick Larson Wendy Leroy Kathy O'Mara Ron Adams David Weber Matt King
SacraMentaL inForMation
Baptism for Infants - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pm
Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for appointment. Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Next class is Sunday, March 11.
Adult Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist (RCIA)Deacon Derek & Terri Brown, R C I A @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gRite of Christian Initiation for Adults welcomes and prepares adults for full participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Classes begin in September.
Marriage - Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.
Anointing of the Sick - Celebrated at various times throughout the year. Call the Rectory anytime in case of serious illness.
Mass Intentions - Request in person at the Parish Offices.
Prayers for the Sick and Deceased - Contact the Rectorywith the names of family members who are ill or deceased.
Funeral PlanningContact the Rectory to arrange Funeral or Memorial Services.
Bereavement SupportDeacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea c a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg | y a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg
Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. CPT Maureen Bannon - U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Capt Evan Bernstein - U.S.M.C. Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard CDR Mike McIlroy Mullen - U.S. Navy Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy
arMed ForceS
We pray for those serving overseas in our Armed Forces, especially:
pariSh FaciLitieS
RECTORY 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9703 Mailing Address: PO Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639
PARISH OFFICE Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm | Sunday, 8:30am-11:30am 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9702 Temporary Parish Offices are on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House.
SS. BRIGID/BRENDAN (closed for remodel)
O'DONNELL HALLST. KATERI ROOM (enter from O'Donnell parking lot, south east side of the building)
GYM - 701 15th Street | 310-802-8720 Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk.
HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym.
PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street
SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street Do not park on 18th Street. Park in O'Donnell or school lots and enter from schoolyard.
SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden, Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)
We welcome you to American Martyrs Catholic Community
DAILY ROSARY: Monday - Saturday, 7:30am, in the Church
MORNING PRAYER: Tuesday following the 6:30am Mass
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION & BENEDICTION) Tuesday following the 8:00am Mass
ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pm Mass, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet
Assistive Listening Devices
Headphones are available for 9:30am & 11:30am Sunday Mass. If you have trouble hearing at Mass, check one out in the vestibule, and return the device after Mass.
RESERVING A PARISH FACILITY To reserve a facility or arrange for a table outside the weekend Masses, email your request to f a c i l i t i e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g. Include the date, time, # of people attending, purpose of the event, and a contact name, phone and email. We will make every effort to reserve a space that will accommodate your needs. Church and Sacraments have priority for use of our facilities. We do not use our facilities for private parties.
Holy MatriMony
Third Banns: Ryan Randazzo and Meagan Mehl
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next Weekend'S MaSS ceLebrantS
Sat 5:00pM: Fr. Rick PrindleSun 7:00aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer
8:00aM: Msgr. John Barry9:30aM: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream)
11:30aM: Fr. Rick Prindle5:00pM: Fr. Joe Kammerer
This schedule is subject to change.
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thiS Week next Weekend
caLendar, MaSS intentionS & readingS
Planned GivinG Have you considered American Martyrs Church or School as a partial beneficiary of your IRA, deferred compensation or 401(k)? These can be some of the best assets to leave to charity because they can be fully taxed if left to your heirs.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
Monday, March 129:00am SpC Monday Morning Faith Sharing9:00am HFH Monday Morning Starters7:00pm HFH Al-Anon Meeting7:00pm PH Community & Evangelization Commission7:00pm ODH Dive In Speaker - Rev. Alexei Smith "Commemorating the Reformation in this 500th Anniversary Year"7:00pm SHH Natural Family Planning
TUESDAY, March 13
5:30am PH Men’s AA Meeting9:15am SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study1:00pm PH A.M.C. Seniors3:30pm PH Legion of Mary3:45pm SCH SRE Grades 1-66:00pm HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pm SCH Women's AA Meeting7:15pm SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pm SHH Al-Anon Meeting7:30pm SpC Contemplative Prayer
WEDNESDAY, March 1410:00am PH Weekly Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe3:45pm SCH SRE Grades 1-67:15pm SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pm SK RCIA7:30pm SpC Sunday's Readings in Context
THURSDAY, March 155:30am PH Men’s AA Meeting6:00pm ODH Ushers' Easter Assignment Dinner7:00pm SK Jack Jezreel "A New Way to be Church"
SATURDAY, March 1710:00am HFH Women's AA Meeting5:00pm Plz AMYM Loaves & Fishes5:00pm Plz Day of Volunteering Sign-ups7:30pm SCH AA Meeting
SUNDAY, March 18After all Masses Plz AMYM Loaves & FishesAfter all Masses Plz Day of Volunteering Sign-ups7:45am ODH Coffee and Donuts10:00am SpC Spiritual Library (until 4:00pm)10:45am SCH Sunday SRE6:15pm ODH AMYM Life Night
MaSS intentionS and readingS For the Week MONDAY, March 12 Readings: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30:2 and 4, 5-6, 11-12a and 13b; Jn 4:43-54 8:00 LaVerne Allen † (The Dietrich Family) 12:10 Prayer Service 5:00 Ruth Marinello † (Howard Smith)TUESDAY, March 13 Readings: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16 6:30 Christopher William Kelly † (The Hoffman Family) 8:00 Vincenza, Charles & Charlene Dispoto † (Joanne Dispoto) 12:10 Vince & Mave Loughnane (Dorothy Higi) 5:00 Joseph Cabal (Joyce Payne)WEDNESDAY, March 14 Readings: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145:8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 8:00 Darlene Johnson † (Pat Holt) 12:10 Albina Horvat † (Steve Horvat) 5:00 Richard Walker † (Susan Walker)THURSDAY, March 15 Readings: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106:19-20, 21-22, 23; Jn 5:31-47
6:30 Patrick Pius Sierchio † (Deirdre & Tony Garcia) 8:00 Wendel Myres † (Barbara Denczek & Agnes Lazaruk) 12:10 Joseph Lubrano † (Margie & Rocky Mondello) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, March 16 Readings: Wis 2:1a, 12-22; Ps 34:17-18, 19-20, 21 and 23; Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
8:00 Robert Semmer † (Betsi Marinelli) 12:10 Tobias Enverga † (Betty Nery) 5:30 Karen Caro † (Kirk & Beverly Busby ) SATURDAY, March 17 - St. Patrick Readings: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3, 9bc-10, 11-12; Jn 7:40-53
8:00 Patrick Pham † (Jennifer Pham) 5:00 Lt. Col. John Harris † (Catherine Harris)SUNDAY, March 18 - Fifth Sunday of LentReadings: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 14-15; Heb 5:7-9; Jn 12:20-33 7:00 Delfin C. Taguinod † (Carmelo Quilang) 8:00 Augustino Paccinelli † (Dana Witworth) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Jim & Jane Andaerson † (Clare Frederick) 5:00 Phillip Messina † (Catherine Keller)
Facilities:CH-Church ∙ ChP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ODH-O’Donnell Hall ∙ ODK-O’Donnell Kitchen ∙ PH-Parish House Plz-Welcome Center Plaza ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center SpG-Spirituality Garden ∙ SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School SHH-Sacred Heart House ∙ SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri
NOTE: Dates and locations are subject to change without notice. Please check with the ministry to verify event.
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$crip $ense Making a special dinner to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?Try ManHattan Meats in downtown MB or GRow, the PRoduce shoP for fresh and local meats and produce. Thinking about Spring Cleaning your Closets? Three local dry cleaners - dooR to dooR, PatteRson and stRand CleaneRs - are proud supporters of our scrip program. If you use them already, please consider using scrip to pay your bill; if you don't use them, give them a try.sCRiP HouRs: Weekdays, 8am - 4pm (Fridays til 1pm) Sunday, 8:30am - 11:30am
sPeCial oRdeRs oR otHeR info: Contact the Scrip office at 424-327-9608 | S c r i p D e s k @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Divine MercyTeach me, O Lord, about Penance.My loving Lord, teach me how doing penance is carrying my crosses in the footsteps of Christ, how it is dying crucified with Him, knowing that God's wisdom is greater than man's, that His love is boundless and that the day of eternal happiness will soon rise for all mankind.
excerpts from A Prayer on Penance from Marian Helpers, Stockbridge, MADivine Mercy literature is available in the vestibule of the church.
If you have not yet made your pledge, please do so today. Find an envelope in the vestibule, or make your pledge online at a r c h l a . o r g / g i v e . Your gift ensures that every Catholic living in the Archdiocese has a parish to celebrate their faith and access to a Catholic school education. You are living your faith through your actions when you support Together in Mission. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
SAVE THE DATE! Monday, April 30, 2017
19th Annual
American Martyrs Golf Classic
Virginia Country Club
Online Registration coming soon via w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Dinner is a simple meatless meal, served with pasta, rolls, crisp salad, fruit, and PB&J sandwiches for the kids.
A donation of $7/person or $30/family ($5/seniors) is suggested. All proceeds are given to the poor.
Mar 16: Corn Chowder Mar 23: Fish Tacos, Rice and Beans Mar 30: Baked Potato Bar
Good Food, Good Friends, Good FunKristen Dorr, 310-469-2941 or Jen Rodriguez, 310-489-4324
Lenten Friday dinners
Join us for this Parish Tradition
O'Donnell Hall, 5:30-7:00pm
Please join us every Friday during Lent,
• Family Stations of the Cross at 5:00pm,• Family Mass at 5:30pm, • Lenten Dinner in O’Donnell Hall,
served from 5:30-7:00pm.
All Fridays during Lent are days of AbstinenceAbstinence means abstaining from all meat
for all ages 14 and over.
Italian Catholic FederationYou, your family and friends are invited
for fun, food, and fellowship.Monday, March 19
6:30Pm, in O'Donnell Hall It is a potluck dinner so we welcome
everyone to bring their favorite dish to share. We will also discuss starting a new ICF branch at American Martyrs.
Please RSVP if you're attending and with what you're bringing to the potluck,
Anne Interrante, 805-990-5725 | a i n t e r r a n t e @ i c f. o r g .
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Pancake Breakfast is BACK!! Pancake BReakFast ministRy is serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice & coffee in O’Donnell Hall after the 7am, 8am and 9:30am Masses. Please pay at the door! $6 / adults, $4 / children under 12, $25 / family (2 adults w/children)
NEXT WEEK: Mothers Outreach Ministry will serve Coffee & Donuts in O'Donnell Hall after 7am, 8am, and 9:30am Masses.
pariSh LiFe
a.M.c. SeniorS Join us Tuesday, March 13, at 1:00pm in the Parish House for the monthly meeting. New members are always welcome!MinistRy ContaCts: Dee, 424-257-8719 or Magda, 323-469-0577
MotherS oF young chiLdren Wednesday, March 21 9:30–11:00am, Holy Family House Please join us for our Easter Egg Hunt at Live Oak Park!! MOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies through pre-school aged children in American Martyrs Parish. Whether you're a first time mom or you come with a brood, we welcome you! Bring your parenting questions, your prayer intentions, and your children for playtime and fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment.MinistRy ContaCts: Joanie Chapman, 914-393-4999 or Joanne Rees, 831-320-9828 | m o y c @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Monday Morning Starters meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, 9:00-10:30am, in the Holy Family House. Our next meetings are:March 12, March 26CBB is a networking and support group for those considering a career change or who are in career transition.ContaCt: Andrea Connolly, CareerBridgeBuilders@AmericanMar tyrs.org Check out our group on LinkedIn.
Girl Scout Sunday is celebrated today at 11:30am Mass
Girls and adults will participate in the procession into church, present their food donations at the
Offertory, and receive a special blessing.
Parishioners are invited to support the Girl Scouts by purchasing Girl Scout cookies or making a donation after 9:30am Mass and before and after 11:30am Mass.
Please join us in praying for these Girl Scouts and their leaders as we honor them today.
CatHoliC Relief seRviCes ColleCtion is tHis WeekendThis weekend our parish is taking up the The Catholic Relief Services Collection (CRSC). Your donation will help Jesus in disguise through providing humanitarian aid, resettling displaced individuals and their families, and advocating on behalf of victims. Please give generously and learn how you are making a difference at w w w. u s c c b. o r g / c a t h o l i c - r e l i e f .
uSherS' eaSter aSSignMent dinner The Dinner will be Thursday, March 15 in O'Donnell Hall.Social time is 6:00-6:45pm and dinner is at 6:45pm. Join us for fellowship and to sign-up for your choice of Easter Masses. Please RSVP for the dinner by March 10. If you will not attend, let us know before the dinner at which Masses you can help. RSVP to Dee & Chuck, 310-676-5381 | C K i l m e r @ a o l . c o m or D e e K B e a r @ a o l . c o m .
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Stephen MiniStry deacon dick & patti WiLLiaMS, 310-545-8244
Who's There for Me? There are points in life when everyone faces periods of crisis, transition or difficulty. During these times we all receive great benefits from a caring relationship with someone who will faithfully and confidentially listen, empathize, pray and encourage us with Christ’s love and care.Caring for people in need is at the heart of the Stephen Ministry. With the accompaniment of a Stephen Minister, people no longer have to go through a difficult time alone. Instead they have a well-trained, caring Christian friend who will walk alongside them for as long as necessary, providing emotional and spiritual support. If you or someone you know need this support, please call our confidential phone line, 310-545-8244.
beginning again - Separated or divorced
We offer a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce.The next meeting is Tuesday, March 20, 7:00-9:00pm in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Transition."Questions? Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651
paStoraL care
Stewardship . . . moving us closer to God
Today, the Fourth Sunday of Lent is called Laetare Sunday. Many of us may have lost track of the fact that Latin is still the official language of the Church. On occasion Latin reasserts itself. This Sunday is one of those times as Laetare means “Rejoice” in Latin. The entrance antiphon to the Mass begins Laetare, Jerusalem (“Rejoice, Jerusalem!”) The actual midpoint of Lent occurred this past Thursday, and this day has traditionally been viewed as a day of celebration, when we sort of lessen the soberness normally attached to Lent.Today's second reading from Ephesians and our Gospel from St. John remind us about God's great love for us. The reading from John includes the verse “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish, but might have eternal life.” (John 3:16) There are more than 30,000 verses in the Bible as we know it, but this particular verse has been held as the most succinct declaration of the entire Gospel message. Because of its brevity and power, it is worthy of a closer look. “God so loved the world…” This includes all of us, the entire world; it does not limit this love to a particular group or location. “"He gave…” That is what God does; He gives and We are the recipients. A key tenet of Stewardship is accepting that what we have is a gift from God and we should strive to share what we have received with others.“…so that everyone believes.” This is much more than an intellectual conviction. It means to trust in God, to rely on God, and to cling to God in many ways. That is also at the basis of a stewardship way of life. We respond to God by becoming disciples and placing our total trust in Him.“…might have eternal life.” The concept of eternity is beyond our ability to comprehend. This is much more than living forever; it means living with God, in His glory forever. That is what we all strive for; that is why we do what we do always, not just during this Lent.
The meaning of John 3:16 is another reason to rejoice this Sunday.
Please contact us at S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s. o r g , with questions or comments about Stewardship.
Commission Chair: Matt King S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
SteWardShiptime talent treasure
care noteS can heLp you cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently, including.
"God Help Me" - A Simple, but Powerful Prayer Why Prayer Is Good MedicinePlease deposit donations in the Poor Box.
aLL are WeLcoMe at aMerican MartyrS We lovingly welcome those in the LGBTQ community and their families for support and faith sharing. Join us in the Sacred Heart House on the 2nd Thursday of each month for friendship, fun and community. Our next meeting is Thursday, April 12 at 7:30pm.
“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works!” Ps 139
Please join us at 6:00am Mass on Monday and 6:00am Mass on Friday during Lent. It is a very spiritual, calming start to your day. A coffee social, hosted by Cornerstone men (on Monday) and Cornerstone sisters (on Friday), will be held in St. Kateri following Mass.
March 11, 2018 | Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Commission Chair: Jim Kaltsas S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Matthew 25 meets monthly on the 1st Tuesday at 7:00pm. Join us to see how you can get involved in service!
LiFe & FaMiLy MiniStry
If you have an interest in any of these areas, or would like more information, please contact us, Steve & Jessica Perry, 818-800-5653 | L i f e a n d Fa m i l y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Heal The Bay Beach Clean-up Join Matthew 25 at the Manhattan Beach Pier on
Saturday, March 17, 10:00am - 12 noonand also on the Day of Volunteering
Saturday, March 24 We are looking for 10 adults and
10 high school students for each clean-up.
Meet us near the lifeguard stand next to the bike path 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 info packages.
ContaCts: Christopher & Kristen Hlozek, chr istopher.hlozek@gmail .com
"A New Way to Be Church: Parish Renewal
a la Pope Francis"Jack Jezreel
March 157:00pm, St. Kateri Room
The topic of the presentation has to do with Pope Francis, the "Pope for the Poor," inviting Catholic communities to rethink the way that parishes understand their purpose, structure, and mission. The hope of Pope Francis, echoing the story of St. Francis, is to "rebuild" the church, not with bricks and mortar, but with compassion and mercy. Jack Jezreel will share Pope Francis' dream and offer some thoughts on how parishes might move forward with a very exciting future!Jack is the original author of JustFaith and founder of JustFaith Ministries, a writer, speaker and teacher, focusing on the links between faith and compassion and a parish renewal strategy that draws from Pope Francis’ emphasis on “missionary disciples.” Over the last 15 years, he has given hundreds of presentations, Keynote Addresses, continuing education for clergy and diocesan staff, and parish, regional and national convenings, and was Keynote Speaker at the 2011 Religious Ed Congress.
Questions? Tony Fadale, 310-413-7754All are welcome. No admission fee; only a good-will
donation is asked. There will be refreshments available.
Come be with us for a few hours as we share in the joy of Exceptional Kids with Special Needs and Gifts.
EKPTO St. Paddy's Dance Friday, March 23
6:30-9:00Pm
South Bay Adult School 3401 Inglewood Avenue, Redondo Beach
$1.00 Donation at Door | Refreshments $.50 each All Exceptional Dancers 14 years and older welcome.
Volunteers are invited to help beginning at 5:00Pm with decorating, food, securing a safe environment,
or dancing. Or come to be with the kids; they know we are there for them.
Questions: Lee Dolley, l d o l l e y 1 @ v e r i z o n . n e t
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Faith ForMation
SiLent Meditation - the prayer oF the heart During the Fridays of Lent join us for 30 minutes of Silent Meditation and contemplate the merciful love of the Father. God wants us to come to him with our joys and sorrows.
To let him shine his light into our darkness.To let him love us and make us whole.To lay down at the foot of the cross all that he wishes to transform in our lives so that we are prepared for the cross of Good Friday, and the resurrection of new life with and through Jesus.
Meditation is simply being still and silent in the loving presence of God. Simple, yes. Easy, no. We are not used to inaction and interior quiet. In this world of constant information, and doing instead of being, we need to create sacred space within our day and within our heart to be quiet in the Lord. It is in the silence that we come to know his love for us.Merciful Jesus, I Trust in You.Join us Friday mornings in St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center (use Pacific Ave. entrance). All are welcome!
11:15-11:30am Optional: Time for Questions/Instruction11:30-11:55am Silent Meditation11:55-12:00pm Closing Prayer
MinistRy ContaCt: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056
“Come unto me all you who labor, and I will give you rest.” Matt 11:28
Belonging: “Come Unto Me”Contemplative Prayer Lenten RetreatTuesday evenings of Lent, 7:30-8:30PMSpirituality Center, St. Joseph’s Chapel
Each of us longs for belonging. Our basic search is what drives our lives. Jesus very clearly, in simple terms defines belonging, invites us to him and shows us the way. Please join us for two 20-minute periods of silent prayer, closing with “Our Father.” The intent of this retreat is to provide a thorough, personal examination of consciousness in one’s own time, with the structured support of a weekly prayer group, leading to a deeper commitment to Christ within and beyond our faith community. At the close of the hour, there will be handouts with reflection questions and brief instructions for our personal/at home examination of consciousness. Newcomers are always welcome. Join us once, often or always for the Love of it! MinistRy ContaCt: Donna Ennis 310-941-1349
inFant baptiSM preparation Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs Church.Next class is TONIGHT, March 11 at 7:00Pm in St. Kateri.For information and schedule of classes, go online to w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g | Sacraments | Baptism.Questions: Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 424-327-9610 or d e a c o n f r e d @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
Dive-In SessionMonday, March 12 7:30-9:00Pm, St. KateriRev. alexei smith: Commemorating the Reformation during this 500th Anniversary YearWe will examine the causes of the Reformation and where Catholics and Lutherans are today in the journey towards Christian unity.
RCIA Rituals at MassAs a community we journey with the adults who are seeking to join our Catholic Church. During Mass we pray with the Elect and Candidates, and witness the rites that lead up to and include Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. As the Elect continue their journey towards Baptism at the Easter Vigil, and the Candidates for full reception, also at the Easter Vigil, there are three rituals of the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) celebrated at three of our liturgies. Next weekend we will celebrate our 3rd Scrutiny. The scrutinies are celebrated on the Third, Fourth, and Fifth Sundays of Lent. During these rituals, those preparing for entrance into the Church are led through prayerful reflections designed to help them grow in holiness. Our Elect and Candidates will be prayed over by the Presider, Deacon, and their sponsors.
Your role, as their parish community, is to join in the praying, with the hope that our entire community will be renewed in these celebrations.
Prayers for our RCIA Elect and CandidatesPlease keep our Elect and Candidates in prayer as they
continue their journey to the Easter Vigil:Our 8 Elect, on their journey to Baptism:
Olivia Bouzaglou • Brian Carroll • Matt Crawford Shawn Giaconi • Alfred Giles • Steven Harris
Lauren Jackson • Frank KesslerOur 9 Candidates for Full Communion:
Matthew Cryer • Curt Goodwin • Holly Hackl Anna Ibbotson • Brittany Koca • Robert Nickell
Chris Pasula • Stacie Schmitz • Rick StummOur 2 Candidates for Full Initiation are.
Jennifer Arrache • Cass Crakes
Near the baptismal font, you will find a basket with the names of the Elect and Candidates. Please take a name and
pray for them daily as they continue their journey. If you would like to leave them a card, please mark the
outside of an envelope with their "Name," indicate “Easter”, and leave in the Parish Offices any time PRIOR to April 12.
March 11, 2018 | Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Faith ForMation
SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN You can help children know they are understoodAs parents, educators and volunteers, we want children to know that we are not only authority figures in their lives, but also people they can trust. To foster authentic trust with children, it is important that they know that you understand them. One of the simplest ways to do this is by repeating back what children are telling you. When you do this, you are affirming to the child that they are heard and understood. For a copy of the complete VIRTUS® article “Modeling Good Communication”, visit h t t p : / / w w w . l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g / o r g / p r o t e c t i n g / P a g e s / V I R T U S -C u r r e n t - O n l i n e - A r t i c l e s . a s p x .For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.
FaMiLieS in Faith Lent is a time of many prayer opportunities for familiesAMS attends Mass at 8:00am on Friday Mornings in Lent.AMS prays Stations of the Cross on Mondays at 2:15pm.
SRE Classes for Gr 1-6: March 13/14 March 20/21Sunday SRE: March 18Jr High SRE: March 13/14 March 20/21diReCtoR of Religious eduCation: Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 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
youth MiniStry TONIGHT, Sunday, march 11 - sealed. 1 Session 7 3:30-6:30Pm, o'donnell hall Class includes instruction, small group, and 5:00pm Mass in the Church. next sunday, March 18 - liFe niGht All High School teens are invited to join us for 5:00pm Mass and then Life Night after Mass in St. Kateri.ContaCts: Monica Leon, m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Nick Waggoner, n w a g g o n e r @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
FaitH enricHMent & prayer GroupS
BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pm ContaCt: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00am ContaCt: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Sunday Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30am
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pm, ContaCt: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING Monday, 9:00-11:00am ContaCt: Joanne Dispoto, j o d i s p o t o @ g m a i l . c o m | 310-344-5833SILENT MEDITATION Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) ContaCt: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL DIRECTION ContaCt: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651
Are you interested in having your child attend American Martyrs School for the 2018–19 school year?Please join us: Wednesday, March 14Meet the Mustangs (Prospective Families) – RSVP Online! A great opportunity to view the school in action. Starting at 8:45am, parents are given schoolwide tours led by our 8th Grade Leadership Team. Administrators, as well as current students and parents, will be available to discuss our programs and answer your questions.
Please support our teens
and American Martyrs Youth Ministry
They will be outside O'Donnell collecting your Food donations
after all Weekend Masses throughout March
All items collected will be given to our sister parish, St. Lawrence of Brindisi in Watts
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reliGiouS eDucation 310-546-47341701 Laurel Ave, M.B., CA 90266-4805
diReCtoR, Religious eduCation Patti Williams 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 gdiReCtoR, youtH MinistRy Monica Leon m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gsunday PResCHool Kristen Holleran [email protected]
aDMiniStrative StaFF
Business ManageRBob Hodges
424-327-9630 bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org
events ManageRTraci Britton tbr i tton@AmericanMar t yrs.orgfaCilities & Media PRoduCtionBob Visty r v ist y@AmericanMar t yrs.orgfinanCePattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.orglituRgy & WoRsHiPMonica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.orgMusiC diReCtoRBill Svarda 310-640-8505PaRisH CoMMuniCationsAnne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.orgPaRisH steWaRdsHiPJenny Attanasio
424-327-9605jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org
PastoRal CenteR adMinistRatoRDottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.orgPlant ManageRTony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.orgteCHnologyScott Dixon sdixon@AmericanMar t yrs.orgWelCoMe CenteR & volunteeRsLou Anne Cappiello
men’s and women’s coed volleyBall Tuesday, 8:00-10:00pm John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 | johnwargnier@AmericanMar t yrs.org
GyM & FielD reServationS: Contact Pat Breen, Gym Committee Chair G y m @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
March 11, 2018 | Fourth Sunday of Lent
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A Sign Language Interpreter is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-528-9024.Casa 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
Beyond our Parish
CATHOLIC CO-ED SOFTBALL PLAYERS WANTEDGreater South Bay Catholic Co-ed Adult (Ages 18+) Softball League seeks Players for their exciting 2018 Season!
Games are Sunday afternoons in Torrance, February to June. Singles & couples are welcome; female players especially needed.Interested? Contact Fred, 714-369-9516 or f r e d l a w l e r @ h o t m a i l . c o m .
ACCW DISTRICT MEETING - Tuesday, March 20, 9:30am -1:30pmThe Southwestern District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) invites all women of the parish to a day of prayer and fellowship with other Catholic women of the area, at Nativity Catholic Church, 1447 Engracia Avenue, Torrance.Registration begins at 9:30am, followed by a speaker, Mass and lunch at 12:15pm. The speaker is Eve Ortiz, speaking on
"Ministering to Women in Prison." Pre-paid registration is $12. Make checks payable and send to pat Carroll, 2045 West 230th street, torranCe, Ca 90501. Registration deadline is March 15.For questions contact Judy Parnin, 310-374-9804.Every Catholic Woman is a member of ACCW and there are NO DUES.
The Religious Education Congress, March 16-18, 2018 at the Anaheim Convention Center, will enrich and revitalize you! All are welcome to attend! The RE Congress offers a variety of opportunities for personal faith enrichment, prayer and entertainment.There are more than 300 workshops, from spirituality and personal development to biblical studies, theology and catechesis. Participants also enjoy morning praise, evening liturgies and a variety of midday and evening concerts. Come and be renewed by these Congress experiences.Register at w w w. R E C o n g r e s s . o r g or call the information line, 213-637-7348, to request a Guidebook.
HOUSE OF YAHWEH - IRISH SPRING GALA Saturday, March, 24, Norris Pavilion in Rolling Hills EstatesJoin us for an "Irish Spring," an evening of food, rousing music and entertainment. The Gala will feature an open bar serving wine, beer and soft drinks, a four-course gourmet dinner, music by Paddy's Pig Irish Band, Irish Step Dance by the Lyons School of Dance and Live and Silent Auctions where you can pick up some real bargains, such as wine, restaurant gift certificates, vacations, art, and tickets for other events. The House of Yahweh (4065 Marine Avenue, Lawndale) provides food, clothing, shelter and other social services to over 500 less fortunate families each week, by processing gifts from donors, sponsors, store and individuals, and providing them to the needy in South Bay Los Angeles. Tickets for the Gala are $150; call Kathy Bradford, Irish Spring Gala Chair, at 310-265-9812 for more information.
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Jo in us Saturday, March 24 for the 6th Annual“FaitH in action: aMerican MartyrS Day oF volunteerinG”
On this Saturday before Palm Sunday, all parishioners are invited to give an hour(or more) in service, helping those in need and making a difference in our local communities.
Projects include:• habItat for humanIt y home restoration• visit to seniors at sunrIse assIsted lIvIng
• assemble Duffel Bags for foster KIds projeC t
• a heal the bay beach cleanup• make sack lunches for St. Lawrence of Brindisi• make snack bags for la regIonal food banK
• work at star house for developmentally dIsabled adults
• learn about Fair Trade at ten thousand vIllages• st. vInCent de paul bundle truCK, collecting clothing, and household goods and furniture Go to www. AmericanMartyrs.org to sign-up.
ContaCt: Jim Kaltsas, s j a n d o u t r e a c h @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gDay of Volunteering is sponsored by Social Justice & Outreach Commission
Communal PenanCe ServiCeMonday, March 19, 7:30Pm American Martyrs Church
You are also welcome to join these other parishesTuesday, March 20 St. James, RB 7:30PmWednesday, March 21 Our Lady of Guadalupe, HB 7:30PmThursday, March 22 St. Lawrence Martyr, RB 7:30PmFriday, March 23 St. Anthony, El Segundo 7:30Pm
A number of additional confessors will be available at all of these penance services.
Confession heals, confession justifies,confession grants pardon of sin. All hope consists in confession.
In confession there is a chance for mercy.Believe it firmly.
Do not doubt, do not hesitate, never despair of the mercy of God. Hope and have confidence in confession.
- St. Isidore of Seville
As part of the Faith In Action: Day of Volunteering,the st. vincent de Paul "Bundle satuRday" tRuck will be on campus from 8:30aM - 1:00PM to collect usable clothing and usable household items. For large items (including furniture and large appliances) please call 323-224-6280 or 800-97-HELP-1 for home pick-up.
