April 19, 2015 Third Sunday of Easter 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 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 MASS Vigil: 5PM Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8AM, 12:10PM, 5PM, and 7:30PM RECONCILIATION (PENANCE) Tuesday: 7 AM-7:15 AM Wednesday: 5:30 PM-6 PM Thursday: 7 AM-7: 15 AM Saturday: 8:30 AM-9 AM, 4 PM-4:30 PM Eves of Holy Days: 4 PM-4:30 PM Confessions by request anytime. Call Rectory for appointment. 624 15 TH S TREET MANHATTAN BEACH, CA 90266 (310)545-5651 A MERICAN M ARTYRS . ORG A W ELCOMING C OMMUNITY , H ELPING O NE A NOTHER TO L IVE H OLY L IVES IN J ESUS C HRIST . A MERICAN M ARTYRS C ATHOLIC C OMMUNITY
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April 19, 2015Third Sunday of Easter
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
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 Mass Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm
reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Saturday: 8:30am-9am, 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request anytime. Call Rectory for appointment.
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Table of ConTenTsPrayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 Parish Calendar / Mass Intentions ............................................ 3 Parish Life ...................................................................................... 4-5 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.
Trudy Frye Harrison GreenbergJack and Tom Roth Gerry Geppert
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:
Paul Schaffer Edward RumseyTed Nguyen Jim CallahanChris Ortega Smith SchillingJane Myska Matthew McCoyMichelle Montgomery Sharon MorganJeannie Zaffina Michael MurrayKent Kirkpatrick
AmericAn mArtyrs cAtholic community
DaIly Prayers of The ChurCh
ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL Chapel hours are: Monday-Friday, 7:00aM-8:00pM | Saturday, 7:00aM-5:00pM Sunday, 1:00pM-5:00pM; closed during regular Sunday Masses. 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 UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet
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BAPTISM FOR INFANTS: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. Nex t class is Sunday, June 14.
MARRIAGE: Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.
holy MaTrIMony
Third Banns: Alex Bogdanowicz and Joanna Rabano
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. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard
SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SSgt Kyle Nesbitt – U.S.A.F. Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy PVT Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.
To add someone to the list or if you know that someone above has returned home, contact 310-545-5651 | b u l l e t i n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g
Armed Forces
We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:
Sunday, May 10 is Mother's Day!Consider giving a Mother's Day card that offers the gift of a nine day Novena of Masses beginning on Mother's Day and continuing through May 18.The Cards are available in the vestibule of the church and at the Parish Center.
nexT WeekenD's Mass CelebranTs
sAt 5:00pm: Fr. Rick Prindlesun 7:00Am: Fr. Abraham Raju
8:00Am: Msgr. John Barry9:30Am: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream Mass)
11:30Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer5:00pm: Fr. Rick Prindle
This schedule is subject to change.
April 19, 2015 |Third Sunday of Easter
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ThIs Week
mondAy, April 209:00aM PH Monday Morning Starters9:30aM Spc 33 Days to Morning Glory 5:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class7:00pM SK 33 Days to Morning Glory
TUESDAY, April 215:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting8:30aM SK Young at Art9:00aM ODH M.O.Y.C. Sandwich Making 9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study 11:00aM SpC Spiritual Friendship Circle3:30pM PH Legion of Mary3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-66:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday 7:00pM SpC Bereavement Support Group7:30pM BB Al-Anon7:30pM SJC Contemplative Prayer7:30pM SK Pastoral Council Leadership Information Session
THURSDAY, April 235:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting3:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir7:30pM BB Re-membering Church
FRIDAY, April 24
8:15aM BB Pastoral Council Leadership Information Session9:00aM SK Career BridgeBuilders Workshop 3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class6:00pM ODH Life Teen Retreat
Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, April 20 Readings: Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119; Jn 6:22-29
8:00 Special Intention (Mary Anne Steward) 12:10 Jack Bradshaw – Sp. Int. (Jeanette O’Donnell) 5:00 Jerry Schatz – RIP (Joyce C. Payne)TUESDAY, April 21 - St. AnselmReadings: Acts 7:51- 8:1a; Ps 31; Jn 6:30-35
6:30 Warren W. Welters, Sr. – RIP (Warren W. Welters) 8:00 David L. Nolan – RIP (Brian & Cheryl Burdiak & Boys) 12:10 Fritz Mueller – RIP (Pat & Dennis Scovel) 5:00 Mason Graves Zisette - RIP (Kristin Wolberg)WEDNESDAY, April 22 Readings: Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66; Jn 6:35-40
8:00 Josephine Mandoza – RIP (Aileen Harbeck) 12:10 Jimmy Walsh – Sp. Int. (The Rager Family) 5:00 Julie Carey – RIP (Suzette Barden)THURSDAY, April 23 - St. George; St.- Adalbert Readings: Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66; Jn 6:44-51
6:30 Hospice House Patients & Families – Sp. Int. (Sandy Giacomini) 8:00 Barbara Mulvaney – RIP (The Altar Society) 12:10 Robert Alvarez Flor - RIP (Pat Levinson) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, April 24 - St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen Readings: Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117; Jn 6:52-59 8:00 Michael Mannix – RIP (Shellie & Michael Schmitt) 12:10 Jane Fish – RIP (Peggy Hansen) 5:00 Cecelia McGauley - RIP (Lawrence McGauley, Jr.)SATURDAY, April 25 - St. Mark Readings: 1 Pt 5:5b-14; Ps 89; Mk 16:15-20 8:00 Ricky Nuzzo – RIP (Carol Quinlan) 5:00 Tessie M. Urbanski – RIP (Gail Costello)SUNDAY, April 26 – Fourth Sunday of EasterReadings: Acts 4:8-12; 1 Ps 118; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18
7:00 Ramon Montes – RIP (Lenore Hess) 8:00 Ann Marie Walker – Sp. Int. (Bardy Ryan) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Myrtle Boutte – RIP (Catherine Harris) 5:00 Dr. Paul & Mary Stech – RIP (Lovejoy Family)
SATURDAY, April 25 All Day ODH Life Teen Retreat9:00aM SK Faith Formation9:30aM PH Liturgy Planning Meeting10:00aM HFH Women's AA Meeting5:00pM BBP Food Drive5:00pM BBP Ticket Sales - Casino Night / Snoop TourSUNDAY, April 26
After all Masses BBP Food DriveAfter all Masses BBP Ticket Sales - Casino Night / Snoop Tour7:00aM ODH Coffee and Donuts10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)1:30pM PH Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group6:00pM SK AMYM Life Night6:15pM BB Pastoral Council Leadership Information Session
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Facilities:BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church CHP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room
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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uPcoMing WorksHoPs - career BriDgeBuilDers
•CreateFoCusinYourLiFebYHonoringWHat’sMostiMportanttoYou- Andrea Connolly Friday, April 24, 9:00–11:00aM, St. Kateri Room Learn how to get back in touch with your personal self, strengths and passions. Set personal boundaries and create focus in your life, honoring what's most important in your life.
•buiLdingonYourstrengtHs - Jenny Attanasio & Katie Wargnier Tuesday, May 12, 7:00–9:00pM, St. Kateri Room Discover your latent talents and become more focused in your career search. prerequiSite: Strengths Finders survey (Find the link through the following books: Living Your Strengths by Albert Winseman, Donald Clifton and Curt Liesveld (may be obtained for a small donation - contact Andrea); or Strength Finders 2.0 by Tom Rath
•deFiningYourtargetCoMpanies- Andrea Connolly Monday, May 18, 9:00–11:00aM, St. Kateri Room Learn how to define your target company list, perform research on companies and their culture before an interview. Bring resume & laptop.
•tHeFundaMentaLsoFLinkedin- Walt Kasha Saturday, June 6, 9:00–11:00aM, St. Kateri Room
FoR MoRe inFoRMation: Andrea Connolly, c a re e r b r i d g e b u i l d e r s @ Am e r i c a n M a r t y r s. o rg
SAVE THE DATESaturday, May 2
7:00-11:00PM O'Donnell Hall
A Charity Fundraiser for• St.SebastianSportsProject• Children'sTumorFoundation
• RanchoSanAntonio
Purchaseticketsatk o f c 4 5 6 7 . o r g
"Go, do not be afraid, and serve" ~PopeFrancis
Are you ready to be more involved in Parish Leadership?Do you want to help shape the future of our faith community?
Do you want to help serve the less fortunate, reach out to fallen away Catholics, or help deepen the spiritual, liturgical or faith life of our parish?
Then go, do not be afraid . . . and come to ourPastoral Council and Other Volunteer
Leadership Information SessionsIf you have thought about getting involved in the councils and commissions that serve in an advisory
role to our Pastor and Parish ~ Pastoral CounCil • Community & EvangElization • Faith Formation liturgy & WorshiP • soCial JustiCE & outrEaCh • stEWardshiP ~ come to learn about the opportunities.
• Tuesday,April21,7:30PM,St.Kateri• Friday,April24,8:15aM,B&BRoom• Sunday,April26,6:15PM,B&BRoom (after the 5pm Mass)
Our parish here at American Martyrs is a special place. Part of what has made us a strong, growing, dynamic parish is our lay leadership that continues to help renew, revitalize and refresh our parish with new energy, new ideas, and new passion for our faith and our community.
We are looking for the next generation of leaders that can help our parish continue to flourish.If you have other questions, contact Gregory McGinity, g m c g i n i t y @ h o t m a i l . c o m | 310-922-7931.
A blessing and a big Easter thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who helped transform the Church, O'Donnell Hall, St. Kateri (and the parking lot with Alleluia banners).Happy EasterThe Liturgical Environment Committee
April 19, 2015 |Third Sunday of Easter
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pArish news
HistoRical MinistRy:Stained glass window tours of the Church, upon request. Contact Rita Hanretty at 310-545-5651.
Coffee & DonuTs In o'Donnell hall American Martyrs School will serve Coffee and Donuts after the 7aM, 8aM, and 9:30aM Masses.
Next Week:
55 plus - monthly GAtherinG Join us in B&B Room on Tuesday,May5 at 9:45aM for our monthly gathering. Come join us and make some new friends.First we will make sandwiches for St. Lawrence in the O’Donnell Kitchen, starting at 8:45aM. We can always use more help with the sandwiches. Diane Dumond is in charge of sandwich making, 310-376-3599.After sandwiches we will go to the B&B Room for socializing and games. Bring a friend and a snack to share. Hosting social time this month will be Dee Kilmer, 310-676-5381.
Monday MoRning staRteRs Support Group for Those in Career Transition - Jan Tribble April 27, 9:00aM – 10:00aM, in the Parish HouseDon’t let your self-confidence and self-esteem suffer. Receive and offer encouragement and support in a safe setting where participants are encouraged to help one another through a challenging time.Andrea Connolly, c a re e r b r i d g e b u i l d e r s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg
mothers oF younG children Wednesday,April299:30–11:00aM in St. Kateri RoomMOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies through pre-school aged children. Whether a first time mom or you come with a brood, bring your children, parenting questions, and prayer intentions for fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Kathleen Ostrom (mother/parishioner) who will be here for a valuable Q & A session. Babysitting provided.MinistRy contacts: Allison Saba, 310-890-7198 Stephanie Garcia, 310-383-3635
Med i a Tr i b u t eAmerican Martyrs Church is happy to celebrate Mother’s Day with a media tribute to the moms of our parish at
the 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. SubmissiondeadlineisMay1.
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.
The 4th Annual Beyond Borders Breakfast Burritos, Bake Sale & More!
• Sunday,April26, 8:00am-nooninO'DonnellHall•Delicious homemade Breakfast Burritos, salsa bar, coffee/juice/milk,donutsandHomemadeBakeSaleItems
• Tilepainingfor$15donation-tobeinstalledatthegirls'home• Sponsorshiptable-pleaseconsidersponsoringoneofthe30girlsinneed-seemoreatw w w. m a z a t e . o r g
ForMoreInfo:LorriPerreault,l o r r i l a r i m o r e @ h o t m a i l . c o m ”Religion that God the Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress…" James 1:27
AltAr Society MeMberShip luncheon
Friday, May 15O’Donnell Hall
Doors Open 11:00am
Kinder and Pony Sing 11:45am
Luncheon 12:15pM
Catered by Favorite Chef Danny Maricich
Luncheon is $15Membership Dues are $5
SeVen rAFFle priZeS SiX DininG GiFt cArDS AnD A 32” tV
Reservations Required By Monday, May 11 (If you are a no show, please honor your reservation.)Call Mary Ann Shane, 310-545-6171 orDorothy Higi, 310-545-2016
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stewArdship
Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodOur readings this week have two great themes; repenting and witnessing.The first reading from Ch. 3 of the Acts of the Apostles is a sermon given by St. Peter sometime after Pentecost. Peter is certainly a changed man after the arrival of the Holy Spirit. In an earlier verse, Peter cures someone who was lame but he makes it clear that this healing was not of his own power. Throughout his ministry and evangelization
St. Peter concentrates on Jesus the Savior, not on himself or anyone else. It is his way of witnessing to the importance of Jesus’ sacrifice and gift to us. Peter expects us to do two things: repent and convert. Both of these are calls to change, and to
change significantly. The conversion of mind and heart is the first step towards a stewardship way of life.Our second reading is from St. John and like St. Peter he witnesses to Jesus. We are told that in spite of our best efforts and intentions we are sinners. He reminds us of the power and saving grace of Jesus Christ and that through Him we will be forgiven. John calls on us to “keep His (Jesus’) Word.” This is the same as Peter's call to repent and convert. This reading ends about half way through verse 5 with the remainder of the verse and the next being, "This is the way we may know that we are in union with Him: whoever claims to abide in Him ought to live as He lived."The Gospel reading from St. Luke tells us of the events just after Jesus met two of His followers on the Road to Emmaus. Jesus was with the two of them on the road to Emmaus; in this reading He was with them and the disciples in Jerusalem; and He is still with us. Jesus told them “You are witnesses of these things”, just as we should be witnesses today. St. Peter, St. John and the others witnessed to the glory and joy of Jesus. We are called to do the same. One of the best ways to witness to Jesus is to live a life of stewardship. This is the way Christ lived.Please contact us, [email protected] with questions or comments on this article or about Stewardship.
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
time 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.Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.
BeGinninG AGAin
Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday,April21,from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Openness."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.
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stephen ministry Why are you troubled?In today’s gospel, Jesus asks the disciples, “Why are you troubled?” If someone asked you that question, would you be able to put your troubles into words? When we’re troubled, we need someone to help us name the problem so we can begin working through it. That process enables us to experience Jesus’ healing touch. A Stephen Minister can be your confidential partner on that journey of discovery and healing. If you are troubled, leave a message on our Stephen Ministry confidential phone line at 310-545-8244. Deacon Dick and Patti Williams will meet with you to explore whether a Stephen Minister may be a good fit for you.
ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - Sunday, April 26, 1:30pmCaregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory disorders are welcome to a Caregiver Support Group that meets in the Parish House, 1:30-3:00pM, on the last Sunday of each month. The group is for people to bring questions, share their feelings, learn from others who have gone through the experience, exchange information, and problem solve together. There is no charge to participate.For information, contact Deacon Dick Williams at 310-545-8244.
The Lord is risen! As Christ's disciples, we are called to go forth and spread the good news of His Resurrection.
Our parish's many ministries are examples of how many of you answer that call. Our ministries require not only gifts of time and talent, but also of financial help.
Please consider using our secure electronic giving program, Faith Direct, and they will automatically process any offertory or second collection donations of your choosing. Enrollment is simple: use our Church code, CA308, at w w w.Fa i t h D i r e c t . n e t .
As always, know that your generosity is truly a gift from God, both with your treasure and with your time and talents.
April 19, 2015 |Third Sunday of Easter
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Commission Chair: Jay Perrault S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g resPect liFe Ministry
American Martyrs, with the support of the L.A. Archdiocese, is taking the lead on this important issue by hosting an educational event, presented by the Scholl Institute of Bioethics, in the St. Kateri Room TONIGHT,April19 from 6:30- 8:00pM. Topicsinclude:•Physician-Assisted Suicide Bill, SB 128•Euthanasia•The withholding or withdrawing of food and water from non-
dying patients•The Affordable Care Act and End of Life•Advanced Health Care Directives•And more….
All American Martyrs parishioners are strongly encouraged to attend this important meeting. The topics that will be covered impact people of all ages and their families. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.CA Senate Bill 128, the bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide in California, has passed out of the Senate Health Committee and is headed to the Senate Judiciary Committee. This legislation, if enacted:…makes critically ill patients more vulnerable than they already are.…divides family members when they most need one another. …threatens people with disabilities by exposing them to deadly manipulation.
…gives life-or-death power to those who will benefit from a patient’s death.
…breaks down basic bonds of trust - and turns healers into killers. …does not provide “death with dignity.” It denies basic human dignity to patients - and to those who care for them.
~ Californians Against Assisted Suicide (including the Archdiocese of Los Angeles)
Please contact State Senator Ben Allen to oppose thislegislation:h t t p : / / s d 2 6 . s e n a t e . c a . g o v /
For more info about this bill or Respect Life Ministry, contact Steve Perry, 818-800-5653 | 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 .
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m25 outreAch - - sAntA monicA OnSaturday,April25, Matthew 25 will go to Santa Monica (OPCC at 503 Olympic Blvd) to serve those in need. We will meet in the AMC parking lot at 7:00aM
and return about noon. Bring quarters for parking meters ($1 per hr. starting at 9am.)
Wegreatlyneedgentlyusedornewclothingincluding jeans, shirts, shoes and jackets - plus small containers of hygiene products including deodorant, sunscreen, toothbrushes, etc.Clothes can be left at the Parish Center or after hours at the storage lockers in the underground parking near the stairs. Used school backpacks are also a welcome donation for the homeless clients.
If you would like to volunteer, contact Mike Concannon, 714-852-2112 or M i c h a e l . C o n c a n n o n @ l e n d l e a s e . c o m .
Family Promise of the South Baya community response to homeless children and families.
FamilyPromiseVanDriverVolunteersWantedFamily Promise needs volunteers to drive a 15-passenger van on a regular basis weekday and/or weekend evenings from approximately 5:00-7:00pM as well as weekend mornings from approximately 6:00-8:00aM. Volunteers will also be needed as vacation coverage for our regular driver on occasional weekday mornings and afternoons. Driver should be at least 25 years old and have a good driving record; a Commercial Driver's License is not necessary. A passion for helping families with children who are temporarily without homes is desirable. If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, contact Family Promise Transportation Coordinator, Wally Sandberg at 310-322-2121, or Family Promise President, Chery Carew at 310-782-8196 or c h e r y @ f a m i l y p r o m i s e o s b. o r g .
Come be with us for a few hours as we share in the joy of Exceptional Kids with Special Needs and Gifts.
THE EKPTO FLING DANCE
Friday,April246:30-9:00PM
South Bay Adult School 3401 Inglewood Avenue
(at intersection of Inglewood Ave and MB Blvd)
$1.00 Donation at Door | Refreshments $.50 each All Exceptional Dancers 14 years and older welcome.
Volunteers are invited to help beginning at 5:30pM 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
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: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30aM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan RoomCONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING Monday, 9:00-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room contact: Avito Moniz, 310-430-5257 or Beverly, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor
WANT TO GROW IN HOLINESS, BUT TOO BUSY?Sisterhood, Monday Faith Sharing and Prayer Groups invite you to 33 Days of Morning Glory
Want to transform your work, your marriage, your family, and your life, but don’t have time? Looking for the quickest, surest, and easiest way to holiness, but don’t know where to begin?In our hectic day and time, Pope John Paul II and Blessed Mother Teresa knew that the quickest way to be transformed into a saint is through a relationship with Our Blessed Mother, Mary.Join us on Monday, April 20 as we begin a 33 day preparation for Marian Consecration. For six weeks, we’ll individually read about and reflect on four great Marian giants: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, Blessed Mother Teresa, and Pope John Paul II. They will teach us the secrets to drawing closer to the Heart of Jesus through the Heart of Mary. In our weekly meetings we’ll share our insights within our small group and watch a 30-minute video by popular author and speaker, Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC that will bring our individual reflections and group experience into a clear and livable focus.If you’re looking for a simple way to be spiritually renewed, develop a deeper relationship with Our Merciful Savior, and grow in holiness, join us for this Small-group Retreat. There will be a morning and a repeat evening session on six consecutive Mondays. Morning sessions will be 9:30-11:00am in the Spirituality Center. Evening sessions will be 7:00-8:30pm in various locations, with the first in St. Kateri.Please contact Sharon Law at S h a r o n 5 8 2 @ v e r i z o n . n e t or 310-963-9484 to reserve your books.
contemplAtive prAyer "O Lord, you have passed over into new life, and you now invite
us to pass over also. We pray that our faces will never look back; instead let us, by God's grace,
make heaven on earth here in our hearts." St. Francis de Sales, Prayer for EasterTuesday evenings, 7:30 - 8:30pM St. Joseph’s Chapel in the Spirituality Center (please use Pacific entrance)
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. It is our experience of God’s grace that can then be reflected back to all of life. Please join us in prayer for this Easter season. We meet every Tuesday evening at 7:30pM for one hour. Come once, often or always, for the Love of it! For information, call Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349.
SATURDAY MAY 23 at 7:30pM in O’DONNELL HALLTickets are $25.00 each
Order online at w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y s . o r gor call Jeanne Clarke, 424-634-1464
Sponsored by Faith Formation Commission
April 19, 2015 |Third Sunday of Easter
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FAith FormAtion
AmericAn mArtyrs school
FAmilies in FAith Christ rose today, alleluia. All men rejoice, all men rejoice! Give thanks to the Lord.Death did He crush, alleluia, And now He lives, and now He lives. Give thanks to the Lord.Love made Him die, alleluia, And rise again, and rise again. Give thanks to the Lord. -Hungarian Easter Song
As the Beautiful Easter Season continues, our Families in Faith gather for Mass each Sunday, and share our prayer traditions at home. Each year we add a new prayer:First gradE: Sign of the Cross, Our Father, Grace Before Meals
sECond gradE: Act of Contrition, Hail Mary
third gradE: Apostles Creed, Rosary
Fourth gradE: The Angelus
FiFth gradE: Hail Holy Queen, Nicene Creed
sixth gradE: Memorare
SREClassesforGrades1-6 April 21/22 April 28/29
SundaySRE April 19 May 2
MayandJuneareCatechistRecruitmentmonthsConsider giving your time to our young people next year in either after school or after Sunday Mass. A simple telephone call or email can begin the ministry that changes your life and the lives of those you teach.For further information, contact 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 g or 310-546-4734.Youwillbegladyoudid!
SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Administrative Handbook for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles For the first time, the Archdiocese has a Handbook that integrates a wide range of pre-existing resources, guides, manuals and other publications to offer a single comprehensive source of information on archdiocesan administrative policies and procedures. This new resource also includes Chapter 9, a special section which provides detailed information about all of the Safe Environment policies, procedures, programs, forms and other resources utilized by the archdiocese of the protection of our children and young people. Go to: h t t p : / / h a n d b o o k . l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g / c h a p t e r - 9 / s e c t i o n - 9 - 1 .
For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.
AmericAn mArtyrs youth ministry neXt sunDay, aPril 19 is liFe nigHt All High School teens are invited to attend our Life Teen Mass & Life Night. These are nights of games, activities, prayer and inspirational talks.Contact Monica Leon if you are interested in joining Life Teen, m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg.Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YMcontact: Y M @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g
scrip corner Stop by the Scrip Office and pick up a Vendor List so that you can patronize our local vendors and raise funds for our schools and ministries.
Looking for beautiful cards to celebrate upcoming events - First Communion, Confirmation, Mother's Day?Go to BanneR stationeRs in El Segundo - they are one of our original scrip vendors and a long-time supporter of our school and parish.
For special orders or information about gift 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.
June 15 - August 21 for ages 5 - 12 Fun Week, 9:00aM - 3:00pM - $240
Fun Week 1/2 Day, 3 hours - $135 Drop-In/Hourly Rate - $10 per hour
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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
Business ManageR Bob Hodges bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org
pastoRal council pResident Edna Murphy pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org310-379-3061
PARISH WELCOME CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Office and St. 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 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 on Church /School property and enter from schoolyard
SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)
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April 19, 2015 |Third Sunday of Easter
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Beyond our Parish
CATHOLIC SINGLES NETWORKHelping Catholic singles meet, c a t h o l i c s i n g l e s n e t w o r k . c o m or contact Jeanette, 626-437-7905 or j e a n e t t e b e r a h a @ h o t m a i l . c o m .
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CEMETERYAs Catholics, our source of hope is our belief in the Resurrection and the eternal life with God. Burial in a Catholic Cemetery assures the respect of our Catholic beliefs and practices and that of the sacredness of the human body. The staff at Holy Cross would like to offer assistance to all parishioners in making arrangements when a death has occurred. We also offer a program for planning ahead for the burial of a loved one before the death has occurred. We offer traditional ground burial and cremation burial sites.You are invited to come to the Cemetery at 5835 Slauson Ave, Culver City and a member of our trained staff will assist in addressing your questions and concerns and show you what plans are available to suit your needs. Planning ahead is a very important part of our lives. One of the inevitable events in each person's life is our death. The financial cost incurred at the time of death can be a source of stress and added suffering at a difficult time for family and loved ones. Call 310-836-5500 for an appointment or questions.
Gym & Field rentAls For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720 For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.
Gym Activities SeniorS exerciSe - Community is welcome! Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am
Women'S Volleyball Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00-10:00am. All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. contact: Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]’S and Women’S coed Volleyball Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. contact: John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 or j o h n w a r g n i e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r ggyM contact: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-8720 [email protected]
Gym & Field
BMHS CLASS OF 1975's 40 YR. REUNION- Saturday, July 25Bishop Montgomery High School Class of 1975 40-year Reunion will be held on Saturday night, July 25, 2015 at the Schneider Retreat Center on the campus of Bishop Montgomery. Tickets are on sale at: h t t p : / / b m h s 7 5 . r e u n i o n m a n a g e r. c o m / Questions? Contact Mike Holt at m h o l t 7 5 b m h s @ a o l . c o m . Information is also available on classmates.com.
PREGNANCY HELP CENTER Will you give a few hours a week to save lives?Volunteers needed at the Pregnancy Help Center in our mission to encourage women to chose life for their pre-born babies. Training is on April 25.• Client Advocates: Compassionate listening to assess client
needs, offer options• RNs & NPs: Pregnancy & STI testing• Marketing & Communications Volunteers: Assist manager in
expanding this area, especially social media• Data Entry Volunteers: Client and donor database• Receptionists: Greeting clients and answering phone
Call Mary or Victoria at 310-320-8976 and let us know what days you are available on a regular basis. www. p h c t o r r a n c e . o r g
CITIZENS FOR GLOBAL SOLUTIONS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Saturday, April 25 9:30 – 2:00pmTopcis are UN Women and the Progress towards Gender Equality and Combating Climate Change: Global Solutions on a Local Level. Come and enjoy a lively interactive discussion. Learn how to discuss timely issues with your friends in a non-adversarial manner. We believe in building peace, justice, and freedom in a democratically governed world.Adults: $25.00, Students: $15.00 / catered luncheon included. inFoRMation and RegistRation: h t t p : / / g l o b a l s o l u t i o n s . o r g / c g s - c a
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F o o d d r i v e i s
n e x t w e e K e n dOne-pound bags of beans and rice are staple foods that go a long way in the St. Lawrence community, as do these items:
¨ Canned meats (tuna, chicken, corned beef hash)
¨ Mac ‘n’ cheese ¨ Canned chili beans ¨ Top Ramen noodles ¨ Soup ¨ Spaghetti sauce ¨ Pasta/spaghetti ¨ Cereal ¨ Oatmeal
Your Sunday newspaper inserts and coupons can also help our friends at St. Lawrence save hundreds of dollars each week on purchases. Bring the coupons you receive in the mail or newspaper to the Food Drive table.
An Invitation Maybe you grew up Catholic.
Maybe you think of yourself as Catholic.Maybe you haven’t been to Church in a while.
Or you’re worried you won’t be welcomed here.Maybe you aren’t Catholic but your spouse is.
Maybe it feels awkward and scary to take that step. Questions. Doubts. Yearning, but not sure for what.
We know. We’ve been there. Now we’re here. And maybe God is calling you, too.
Just as you are.If you have questions about the Church, about
Catholics, about our community of faith, we invite you to visit with us to connect, or re-connect,
with your God, and with your faith. A series of informal conversations over several weeks
to answer questions and to get know one another.
You are invited to ou r final two Thu rsday evenings, 7:30-9:00pm
April 23, St. Kateri Room April 30, Sts. Brig id & Brendan Room
You are welcome to attend one or both nights.
A mind renewing retreat Sponsored by the Faith Formation Commission
“BATTLEFIELDOFTHEMIND”Saturday, April 25, 8:00-12:00noon
The retreat will begin with Mass in the Church and continue in the St. Kateri Room.
Complimentary breakfast will be served.
RSVP to Kathy Crawley, ka t h y c r a w l @ a o l . c o m .
BABY/TODDLER CLOTHING & GOODS DRIVE
& WOMEN’S CLOTHING DRIVE
(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 THIS WEEKEND
outside the B&B Room. CONTACT: Linda Cronkite, 310.291.2451 / [email protected]
ITEM SUGGESTIONS: Strollers, cribs, car seats, books, unused and sealed baby food
and formula, baby/toddler and 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.
