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MONTH of the Passion of Our Lord First Sunday of Lent February 14, 2016 Be with me, Lord, when I am in trouble. Psalm 91 Saint Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church Laguna Beach, CA
MONTH of the Passion of Our Lord
First Sunday of Lent
February 14, 2016
Be with me, Lord, when I am in trouble. Psalm 91
Saint Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church Laguna Beach, CA
First Sunday of Lent February 14, 2016 Page 2
Welcome to our Parish
SUNDAY EUCHARIST (MASS)
Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m.
Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.,11:00 a.m.,
1:30 p.m. Spanish, 5:30 p.m.
Mon - Sat 8:00 a.m.
HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION MASS SCHEDULE
8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA CHURCH
1042 Temple Terrace Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone: (949) 494-9701 Fax: (949) 497-2610
www.stcathchurch.org
OFFICE HOURS
Mon—Thurs 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fri 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday & Sunday
PARISH STAFF Donna Beam-Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Ext. 113 or [email protected] Susan Daley-Ministry Coordinator/Office Manager Ext. 118 or [email protected] Carmela Davidheiser-Parish Bookkeeper Ext. 124 or [email protected] Lisa Marcus-Parish Administrator Ext. 131 or [email protected] Charles Stephenson-Director, Music Ministry [email protected] Gina Stewart-Director, Youth Religious Education/Informacion en Espanol Ext. 119 or [email protected]
CLERGY
Rev. Kenneth A. Schmit—Pastor
Ext. 111 or [email protected]
Deacon Eddie Salgado
Rev. Gabriel Stack, O. Praem—Sunday Assistance
MISSION STATEMENT—We, the community of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, located within the larger, diverse and artistic seaside community of Laguna Beach, recognize and celebrate the uniqueness which is grounded in the sacred mysteries and traditions of the Roman Catho-lic Church and in the history and lives of our individuals, families and leaders. Built on these roots, and in order to see the world as God sees it, we commit ourselves to: being a welcoming sanctuary and a place of prayer and worship, nurturing, assisting, encouraging and serving all those in need, offering all generations opportunities for personal and communal growth, and, by these commitments, to honor our call to evangelization.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION On the First Friday of each month we gather in prayer and praise before the Blessed Sacrament. Following the 8 a.m. Mass and concluding at 10 p.m.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Parents of infants requesting information about Baptism may contact the par-ish office. Infant baptisms are celebrated on the second Saturday of the month.
CELEBRATION OF CHRISTIAN FUNERALS At the time of death, a family member should contact the parish office, as soon as possible, to arrange the date and time for the Funeral Liturgy.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples must begin preparation for their Sacrament at least six months prior to their proposed wedding date. Please call the parish office for more information.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK The third Saturday of each month after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. In the event of serious illness or medical emergency, Anointing of the Sick and Eucharist may be arranged by contacting the parish office
CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Adults requesting information about full initiation and communion with the Roman Catholic Church (the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirma-tion) may contact the office for more info.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION)
Saturdays: 4:00—5:00 p.m. (or by appointment)
ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH SCHOOL (Kindergarten—8th Grade)
30516 So. Coast Hwy w Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone: (949) 494-7339 Fax: (949) 376-5752
www.stcathschool.org
Mike Letourneau—School Principal
Ext. 211 or [email protected]
Renea Sendele—School Secretary
Ext. 210 or [email protected]
Jackie Batho—Administrative Asst.
Ext. 213 or [email protected]
Carmela Davidheiser—Bookkeeper
Ext. 212 or [email protected]
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At Our Parish
February 19, 26 and March 4, 11, 18, 8:30 a.m. led by Deacon Eddie
February 19 led by Music Ministry February 26 led by RCIA March 4 led by Hispanic Ministry March 11 led by Confirmation students March 18 Living Stations, led by 7th grade students
March 14 Mission Basilica, 7:00 p.m. March 15 Corpus Christi, 7:00 p.m. March 16 St. Timothy, 7:00 p.m.
March 21 Chrism Mass, Christ Cathedral Campus, 5:30 p.m. March 22 Parish Penance Service, in Church, 7:00 p.m.
March 24 Holy Thursday, Morning Prayer, 8:00 a.m. Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7:00 p.m., followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
March 25 Good Friday, Morning Prayer, 8:00 a.m. Solemn Liturgy, in Church, 1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy, in Church, 7:00 p.m. (Spanish) Solemn Liturgy, in Chapel at School, 7:00 p.m. (English)
March 26 Holy Saturday, Morning Prayer, 8:00 a.m. The Great Easter Vigil, 8:00 p.m. NOTE: there is no 5:30 p.m. Mass March 27 Easter Masses, 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m. (Spanish) NOTE: there is no 5:30 p.m. Mass
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Readings, Intentions, Saints & Special Observances
Please pray for the sick:
Mon:
Tue:
Wed:
Thurs:
Fri:
Sat: Kathleen Vanasch (D)
Mass Intentions—8:00 a.m. Mass
Erin Bevacqua, Lieutenant, USMC
Evan Dineen, Capt., USAF
Pray for those in the Armed Forces:
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Olga Ainagas Maria Martini Brennan Alvarado Lauriann Meyer Charles Brady Pat Migliaccio Rebecca Brady Hiroko Nishimaya Rex Brady Frank Rocchio Jakie Canali Bob Sachs Rick Ciaocio Eleanor Schmidt Conor Davis Jean Seddon Therese Davis Jacqui Slevin Emma Devich Halina Stanaland Frank DiVicino Regine Stanaland Renee DiVicino Francis Szeibert Paul Freeman Mary Ellen Thilken Judy Friesen Aria Tremblay Thomas Garcia Sam Vasquez Barbara Gullo Ghinka Wilson Marko Mani Tencha Ybarra Evlyn Mark Buck Zehringer
Please pray for the deceased:
Kevin Blinn
SAINTS & SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: First Sunday of Lent;
Valentine’s Day; World Marriage
Day
Monday: Presidents’ Day
Wednesday: The Seven Holy Founders of the
Servite Order
Friday: Abstinence
Monday: Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Ps 19:8-10, 15;
Mt 25:31-46
Tuesday: Is 55:10-11; Ps 34:4-7, 16-19; Mt 6:7-15
Wednesday: Jon 3:1-10; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19;
Lk 11:29-32
Thursday: Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8;
Mt 7:7-12
Friday: Ez 18:21-28; Ps 130:1-8; Mt 5:20-26
Saturday: Dt 26:16-19; Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 7-8;
Mt 5:43-48
Sunday: Gn 15:5-12, 17-18; Ps 27:1, 7-9, 13-14;
Phil 3:17 — 4:1 [3:20 — 4:1]; Lk 9:28b-36
Jubilee Year of Mercy
On Ash Wednesday Pope Francis commissioned “Missionaries of Mercy,” priest-confessors sent forth worldwide as
“living signs of the Father’s readiness to welcome those in search of [God’s] pardon.” In a way, though, Pope Francis
challenges all of us to become “missionaries of mercy” (Misericordiae Vultus, 18) by living Lent in this Jubilee Year of
Mercy “more intensely as a privileged moment to celebrate and experience God’s mercy” (MV, 17). Francis bids us
make the prophet Micah’s words our own: “God . . . who does not persist in anger forever, but delights rather in clem-
ency. You will cast into the depths of the sea all our sins” (Micah 7:18, 19). Having experienced God’s mercy ourselves in
the unconditional forgiveness of our sins, how eager we should be to invite others to know the peace of God’s boundless
mercy; perhaps even to experience, through our reaching out in gentle kindness and compassionate care, something of
God’s unconditional love for them.
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Ministries
Altar Servers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Art & Environment Virginia Atherton 497-1904
Detention Harry Allen 949-497-0977
Extraordinary Ministers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Extraordinary Ministers
To Sick & Homebound Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Homeless Shelter Dinners Lisa Staight 949-852-4442
Jovenes Para Cristo Teresa Jimenez 949-891-3571
Luis Torres 949-632-8082
Lectors Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Men’s Fellowship Joe Bevacqua 714-747-3122
Music Charles Stephenson [email protected]
Orange Diocesan Council
Catholic Women Judy MacPherson
Prayer Line Parish Office 494-9701
Religious Education Gina Stewart 494-9701, x119
RCIA Donna Beam 494-9701, x113
Respect Life Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Sacristans Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Sick & Homebound Visits Parish Office 494-9701
Sunday Hospitality Ron Kreber [email protected]
Ushers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118
Women’s Council Rosemary Watson [email protected]
EASTER CHOIR Singing voices are needed for our Easter Choir.
Rehearsals will start on Sunday, February 21st
following the 9:00 a.m. Mass.
If you need more information or have questions,
please email Charles Stephenson at:
February 1-7, 2016
Envelopes $4,705
Loose $6,611
Credit cards $4,601
Total $15,917
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2016 Offertory
PARISH MEN’S RETREAT
MARCH 11-13, 2016
Reservations are being accepted for our annual Men’s Retreat at Ma-ter Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre. This year’s them is “No Greater Love.” Join your fellow parishioners in a weekend of spiritual awakening and growth. Our retreat offers inspirational talks, quiet prayer time, Mass, Confession and Stations of the Cross. Our retreat begins Friday evening (March 11) with a buffet supper and concludes Sunday after lunch. Private rooms available. This retreat promises to be a rich weekend experience just two weeks before Easter! Date: March 11-13, 2016 Requested Donation: $240.00 per person (Visa/MC or check) $50.00 deposit completes registration, balance due at retreat More Information: Call Jim Raynoha, 949-497-1494 Online Registration: https://passionist.org/event/ mens-retreat-weekend-6/
All are invited to the 2016
Annual Cursillo Auction
Dinner Join us in support of the Orange
County Cursillo Movement.
4th DAY HEARTS ON FIRE!
Christ Cathedral, Cultural Cen-
ter
Saturday, February 20, 2016—
6:00 PM
Seating is limited for, infor-
mation Contact:
Laurie Bois (714) 600-0191 |
To All at Catherine of Siena Parish…Greetings,
$2.00 and 16–19–32–34–57 & 13…that’s all it would have taken…$1.3 Billion!
Over the last 25 years as a pastor, I have been promised numerous times, “Father, if I win the lottery I will give
some to the Church.” So far…Nothing.
To be honest, I do not believe that God really cares about the lottery. Besides, the Lord paid His taxes by pulling
coins out of the mouth of a fish. What are the odds of that? The Lord desires that we be Faithful Stewards. As a
steward we are called to share our Time, our Talent, and our Treasure.
Sharing Time can be as simple as coming to Mass on Sundays and Holy days to celebrate with the faith community.
Sharing Talent is using your God-given gifts/talents to reach out and serve others,
whether in the Church community and/or the community at large.
Sharing Treasure is giving financial support.
At this time I am asking all parishioners to consider your financial support of St. Catherine of Siena Parish. The
support of all is necessary for us to grow as a Community of Faith and to build up the Kingdom of God here in La-
guna Beach, in our Diocese of Orange, and to the far reaches of the world. We are a part of all of it.
I will be speaking at the Masses next weekend (February 20 and 21).
Blessings to you and your families throughout this Year of 2016.
In The Grace of Christ,
Reverend Kenneth A. Schmitt
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Around the Diocese
It has become an honored tradition for the Orange Catholic Foundation to bring the values of faith, integri-
ty, and service above self, back to the forefront of business through a special faith based initiative they be-
gan 14 years ago, the Conference on Business & Ethics.
Their 14th Annual Conference on Business & Ethics will be held on Friday, March 4, 2016 from 7:30 am to 11:30
am at the Hilton Anaheim Convention Center and will feature keynote presentations by Bishop Robert Bar-
ron and Wing Lam.
Bishop Robert Barron, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles is the author of 11 books and host of television and ra-
dio programs, including the award-winning series Catholicism. He is also the founder of Word on Fire Catho-
lic Ministries.
Equally passionate about his work in the community is Wing Lam, CEO of Wahoo’s Fish Tacos, a restaurant
chain with over 70 locations nationwide. His family’s foundation supports various charitable initiatives, in-
cluding ending hunger, supporting the environment, and expanding educational opportunities for children.
Receiving the prestigious Farmers & Merchants Bank Lifetime Achievement Award will be
Father Robert J. Spitzer, S.J., PH.D.
Sponsorship of this event directly impacts the lives of many students in our Catholic
schools who will directly benefit from your generosity today and in the future as they be-
come our future business, community and spiritual leaders.
Included with this note is more information on the Conference along with a registration
form. Kindly consider sponsoring and sharing this with a company or organization that
you think could and should sponsor. Updates and electronic registration is available on the
Orange Catholic Foundation’s website.
Recently, the Conference was rated the #1 Philanthropic Breakfast Event of the Year by the Orange County
Business Journal.
Casa Teresa Ruby Luncheon, celebrating 40 years
Friday, February 26, 2016
Andrei's Conscious Cuisine
Join us for the Casa Teresa Ruby Luncheon, celebrating 40 years, on Friday, February 26 at Andrei's Conscious Cuisine. This
event will feature informal modeling with fashions from our new boutique (opening in early 2016) and modeled by a local Sorority
and Fraternity of Chapman University. In addition to a great lunch and fashions, guests will have the opportunity to participate in
an opportunity drawing for a chance to win one of three great prizes.
Funds raised at this event will go to support the life changing programs which allow us to continue our mission to serve the women
and babies who call Casa Teresa home .
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Women’s Council
Dear Members of St. Catherine Parish and Council, At this special time of year, Love is in the air and should be on our lips. As members of the body of Christ, we do not need a special holiday to celebrate love . . . But since we do, let us make the most of the love that should remain in our hears and be mindful of sharing this with the many people in our lives . . . Let us be followers of Christ in love! Wishing each of you the blessings of the Lord coupled with His love, Your SCCWS President—Rosemary Watson
The Resume of Jesus Christ Address: Ephesians 1:20 Phone: Romans 10:13
Website: The Bible . Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus Objective My name is Jesus -The Christ. Many call me Lord! I've sent you my resume because I'm seeking the top manage-ment position in your heart. Please consider my accomplishments as set forth in my resume. Qualifications I founded the earth and established the heavens, (See Proverbs 3:19) I formed man from the dust of the ground, (See Genesis 2:7) I breathed into man the breath of life, (See Genesis 2:7) I redeemed man from the curse of the law, (See Galatians 3:13) The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant comes upon your life through me, (See Galatians 3:14) Occupational Background I've only had one employer, (See Luke 2:49 ). I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient, slothful or disrespectful. My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me, (See Matthew 3:15 -17) Skills Work Experiences Some of my skills and work experiences include: empowering the poor to be poor no more, healing the brokenheart-ed, setting the captives free, healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind and setting at liberty them that are bruised, (See Luke 4:18). I am a Wonderful Counselor, (See Isaiah 9:6). People who listen to me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil, (See Proverbs 1:33 ). Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse you of your sins, (See I John 1:7-9) Educational Background I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and understanding, (See Proverbs 2:6). In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, (See Colossians 2:3). My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path, (See Psalms 119:105). I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart, (See Psalms 44:21). Major Accomplishments I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all times, (See Genesis 1:26 ). I laid down my life so that you may live, (See II Corinthians 5:15 ). I defeated the arch enemy of God and mankind and made a show of them openly, (See Colossians 2:15 ). I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the dead! There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here. You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE. You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website. References Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine healing, salvation, deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural guidance. In Summation Now that you've read my resume, I'm confident that I'm the only candidate uniquely qualified to fill this vital position in your heart. In summation, I will properly direct your paths, (See Proverbs 3:5-6), and lead you into everlasting life, (See John 6:47 ). When can I start? Time is of the essence, (See Hebrews 3:15 ). Send this resume to everyone you know, you never know who may have an opening! Thanks for your help.
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Lecturas y Noticias
Año Jubilar de la Misericordia
14 de febrero de 2016
Primer Domingo de Cuaresma
El Miércoles de Ceniza el Papa Francisco
comisionó a “Misioneros de la Misericordia”,
sacerdotes confesores que fueron enviados al-
rededor del mundo como “signos vivos de la
prontitud del Padre para dar la bienvenida a
quienes buscan el perdón de Dios”. En cierta
manera, el Papa Francisco desafía a todos no-
sotros a convertirnos en “misioneros de la mi-
sericordia” al vivir esta Cuaresma del Año Ju-
bilar de la Misericordia con “mayor intensi-
dad, como momento fuerte para celebrar y ex-
perimentar la misericordia de
Dios” (Misericordiae Vultus, 17). El Papa
Francisco nos propone hacer nuestras las pala-
bras del profeta Miqueas: “No persistirá en su
ira para siempre, porque se complace en la mi-
sericordia. Volverá a compadecerse de noso-
tros, sepultará nuestras culpas” (Miqueas 7:18
–19). Ya que nosotros mismos hemos experi-
mentado la misericordia de Dios en el perdón
incondicional de nuestros pecados, que tan
entusiasmados debemos estar para invitar a
todos los demás para conocer de Dios la paz
de la misericordia inmensa; más aún por expe-
riencia, a través de nuestro alcance de bondad
y cuidado compasivo, algo del amor incondi-
cional de Dios por ellos.
Dia Mundial del Matrimonio February 14, 2016
El Día Mundial del Matrimonio honra el esposo y la es-posa como cabeza de la unidad básica de la sociedad, La Familia. Saluda a la belleza de su fidelidad, sacrificio y alegría en la vida diaria de los casados. El tema para el DMM ha sido aprobado perma-nentemente como “Amarse el Uno al Otro”. Esta frase es el mandamiento dado a nosotros por Jesús en Juan 14. Habla con nosotros en una manera simple pero desafi-ante de como nuestro Padre Celestial desea que vivamos. Amarse el uno al otro es una decisión diaria – simple, pero desafiante.
JESÚS Y EL DEMONIO
Como nos recuerda el Evangelio de hoy, el de-
monio tentó a Jesús con citas de la Sagrada Escritura:
haz un milagro que te convenga. Véndete. Deslumbra
a tus oyentes; el pueblo es ingenuo y novelero. Camina
por estas sendas fáciles. El tentador trata de llevar a
Jesús por la senda fácil pero resbalosa, ofreciéndole las
soluciones fáciles pero falsas que siempre están a la
mano. El demonio sabe lo que es bueno, pero no tiene
la capacidad de hacer lo que es bueno, y menos aún de
ser bueno. El demonio es la personificación del Mal, e
intuye en Jesús la presencia más fuerte, y más genui-
namente atractiva, de la santidad.
El Evangelio de este domingo nos muestra al
Mal expuesto y desenmascarado. Satanás sabe que se
le ha acabado el juego. Hoy Jesús comienza a deshacer
su tejido de mentiras, y a sanar a las almas, y al mundo
entero. Y en este tiempo de Cuaresma, la Iglesia nos
invita a participar en esta labor de renovación, de nue-
va creación, y a dejar que Cristo nos sane.
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Lecturas y Noticias
LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — Libres de los egipcios opresores,
los israelitas muestran su fe ofreciendo al Señor los pri-
meros frutos de su nueva tierra
(Deuteronomio 26:4-10).
Salmo — Tú eres mi Dios y en ti confío
(Salmo 91 [90]).
Segunda lectura — Todos los que expresan su fe en
Jesús resucitado y confiesan que él es el Señor, se sal-
varán (Romanos 10:8-13).
Evangelio — Jesús fue conducido por el Espíritu al
desierto y allí fue tentado (Lucas 4:1-13).
LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Sal 19 (18):8-10, 15;
Mt 25:31-46
Martes: Is 55:10-11; Sal 34 (33):4-7, 16-19;
Mt 6:7-15
Miércoles: Jon 3:1-10; Sal 51 (50):3-4, 12-13, 18-19;
Lc 11:29-32
Jueves: Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25; Sal 138 (137):1-3,
7c-8; Mt 7:7-12
Viernes: Ez 18:21-28; Sal 130 (129):1-8; Mt 5:20-26
Sábado: Dt 26:16-19; Sal 119 (118):1-2, 4-5, 7-8;
Mt 5:43-48
Domingo: Gn 15:5-12, 17-18; Sal 27 (26):1, 7-9, 13-14;
Fil 3:17 — 4:1 [3:20 — 4:1]; Lc 9:28b-36
BAUTISMOS
Nuestros bautizos de infantiles en español están programados contactando Gina Stewart en la ofici-
na parroquial. (949)494-9701 Ext. 119
Los padres deben ser miembros de la parroquia de Santa Catalina y los padres necesitan venir a la
oficina de la parroquia para la aplicación Bautismal.
Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o necesita información adicional, por favor
contáctenos al (949) 494-9701 ext. 119 o también puede contactar Gina
Stewart en [email protected].
Domingo: Primer Domingo de Cuaresma;
Día de san Valentín;
Jornada Mundial del Matrimonio
Lunes: Día de los Presidentes
Miércoles: Los siete Santos fundadores de la orden
de los Siervos de María
Viernes: Abstinencia
