7390 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045 Phone: 310-670-2243 ♦ Fax: 310-670-5052 Website: www.st-anastasia.org E-mail: [email protected]Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre S S T. T. A A N N A A S S T T A A S S I I A A C C A A T T H H O O L L I I C C C C H H U U R R C C H H Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe King of the Universe S S UNDAY UNDAY , , N N OVEMBER OVEMBER 24th, 24th, 2013 2013 I rejoiced because they said to me, “We will go up to the house of the Lord.” - Psalm 122:1
I rejoiced because they said to me, “We will go up to the house of the Lord.” - Psalm 122:1
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
SUN, 11/24 7:30 AM STEPHEN KANE 9:00 AM JOHN & EMILY VANEK 10:30 AM DORIS DUFF KANE 12:00 PM PARISHIONERS OF ST. ANASTASIA 7:30 PM ALL SOULS NOVENA MON., 11/25 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM STEVEN FAULK TUES., 11/26 6:30 AM MARIO CAMARA 8:00 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA WED., 11/27 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM MRS. FRANCES BARNABA THURS., 11/28 THANKSGIVING DAY ONLY ONE MASS @ 9:00 AM FRI., 11/29 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM MICHAEL MITSAKOS
SAT., 11/30 8:00 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 5:30 PM LUPE HERRERA Birthday — Anniversary ♥ — Memorial — Support ♦
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King: Today we celebrate Christ the King and are reminded that all was created through Him and for Him. Does my stewardship of the blessings entrusted to me give evidence that Christ is Lord of my life?
Lysa Dennehy Hector Salas Jude Keith Hebert Peggy Collins Merle Bartels Maria Magyar Angie Alvarado Peggy Schondueve Stephane Lempire Francisca Regis Gina Giron Mr. Mulligan Bill Corrigan Grant & Linda Fought Philipe Gris Evangeline Chavez Gloria & Philip Gloria & Fred Herrera Mary Alderete family Ron Wasilewski Norman Bayley Jazzmine Peluchette Eliodoro Alvarado Baby Wryan Lashuay Greg Paquin Bambi Byrons Chris Sykes Francine Rehberger Vivian Tew Sandy Dalton
Carmen Pereira Baby Anastasia Wittenberg Stephen Ahearn Bryce Vernon Suzanne Wheeler Victoria Mitsakos Danny Welchhance Diana Guerra Jessica Schaffhausen Brenda Rooney Vicki Garcia Barbara DeVico Juan J. Morales Juan J. Morales, Jr. Johann Hudson Lisa Dennehy Gerry Oakley Carla Roberts Peter Heredia Jack Muñoz Michael Jones John Swanson George Rader Sam Solter Larry Lovett Ursula Lovett Jorden Aponte Tom Tyrrell Shareen Hakim Maxine & Stuart Liebman
Matthew Salvo Sherry Stevens George Galip Ethel Curry Kim Calimlim Jose Gutierrez Ed Kwinn Benita Bicarme Vicky Duron Lucille Burk Delgado Martha Keglevich Jody Bruno Cathy Lee Bertha Marcinkus Jeanne Ahern Derek Comes Steven Appleldorn Pauline Runyan Sgt. Shawn Dorton Catherine Fleming Silvana Shinsato Nicole Shinsato Bob Sapien Bruce Randall Angelo Aparicio Jocelyn Cotlon Michelle Anaya Julietta Anaya Lisa Carfano Tim Mueller
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER … For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers …
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A PRIEST? Visit: www.lavocations.org
Dear Parishioners, Happy Feast of Christ the King! In coming to the end of a liturgical year, the members of the Church
embrace the moment to acknowledge the Lordship of Jesus Christ. That He is the master who teaches us the way to the Father, and that His Kingdom is not of domineering over others, but of long service that honors the heart of our brothers and sisters. Your priests wish all of you a wonderful Thanksgiving! We will have Mass
on Thanksgiving Day at 9 am. There is no better way to give thanks to the Lord than by celebrating the Eucharist together! Stay healthy!! Watch the calories!! Devotedly yours in Christ, Fr. Gabe
The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
Reflection on Today’s Readings:
FOCUS: Jesus Christ the King. Even though the inscription over the head of Jesus on the cross proclaimed that He was the King of the Jews, it is doubtful that the soldiers there actually had the faith to recognize the truth of this sign. Today, we, the people of God, the Church, do recognize it. We celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
LITURGY OF THE WORD: In the first reading we hear that the elders anointed David king of Israel. In Colossians we hear, [God] rescued us from the power of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son. In Luke’s Gospel today, the good thief asks: Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.
To Receive Holy Communion, (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound) Please call Gloria Bowen, 310-670-5971, Eucharistic Minister to the sick. To have the name(s) included in our prayers, please call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
Living Faith for Kids:
“If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself.” - Luke 23:37 The soldiers and others who were mocking Jesus thought they knew how a king would
behave. But Jesus was a King who would save others instead of Himself. When we look at Jesus on the cross, we see the kind of King He is. As His faithful followers, we are asked to think about what is best for others instead of just trying to “save ourselves.” “Jesus, you are my King, the only power in heaven and earth that I will follow.”
Today’s Readings: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 ♦ Psalm 122:1-5
Colossians 1:12-20 ♦ Luke 23:35-43
Celebrants for this week (11/23-24-13) Msgr. Gonzales: 5:30 pm and Confessions; Msgr. Vadakin: 7:30 am; Fr. Tom: 9 am;
Weathering the Storm: Many of our parishioners have asked how they as Catholics can help the people of the Philippines as they try to recover from the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Haiyan, the equivalent of a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 195 miles per hour. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS is the official overseas relief and development agency of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and a member of Caritas International and the National Catholic Development Conference. TO HELP: Please visit: www.crs.org ♦ By Phone: Call 1-877-435-7277 ♦ By Mail: Mail your check to: Catholic Relief Services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21297-0303
Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving, And His Courts with Praise.
Give Thanks to Him, Bless His Name. For the Lord is Good;
His Steadfast Love Endures Forever, And His Faithfulness to all
Generations. Psalm 100:4-5
Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…
Avoid breastfeeding in bed, say experts - Experts recommend to avoid breastfeeding in bed when the mother has
not had enough sleep, or in any situation where there are high probabilities they may fall asleep while breastfeeding. The mother should never take prescription medications (unless under the care of a physician), drugs, or alcohol that might make her drowsy or impair her judgment when breastfeeding, and she should always put the baby back in his or her own crib or basinet before she falls asleep. The baby should always sleep on his or her back for naps and at night. To learn more about SIDS/Safe Infant Sleep Practices, please visit http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/mch/sids/sids.htm. For particular help call the Office of Assistance Ministry at (213) 637-7650.
Bethlehem, Egypt, Westchester? Will the Traveling Holy Family Visit *You* This Year? The approach of the new Liturgical year is the perfect time to look for meaningful ways to deepen our faith. St. Anastasia's Traveling Holy Family program has been utilized by dozens of
families over the years as a way to foster family faith sharing and encourage prayerful time at home. For those who wish to participate for 2013-14, please contact Regina Aaron at [email protected] or leave a message at the Rectory, Also, look for a new* on-line travel journal where photos and stories can be shared exclusively with fellow participants. This is a unique, spiritual, and interactive experience for all who participate!
Traveling Holy Family # 1 Roland Family 11/24/2013 Delja Family 12/01/2013
Traveling Holy Family # 2 R & T Gomez Family 11/24/2013 Tablizo Family 12/01/2013
Las Posadas Save the Date! Sunday, December 22nd, 4 to 6 pm. HELP US TO FUNDRAISE FOR LAS POSADAS!! On Sunday, December 8th we will have a “Las Posadas Promotional Day.” To make our celebration this year of Las Posadas more beautiful than ever, we’ll be having Traditional Christmas Music, Pan Dulce and also special religious items will be on display and raffled off in Diamond Courtyard after the morning and Noon Masses. Raffle tickets are $2 each and will be available after this Sunday at the Rectory Office, from 8 am to 3 pm until Dec. 22nd. The winners will be announced at Las Posadas on Sun., Dec. 22nd. Come and visit! Please contact Aleida with questions at 310-670-2243, or email at [email protected].
TODAY
Sunday, Nov. 24th, monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing after the 12 Noon Mass. All couples married during the moth of November are welcome!
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28th, THANKSGIVING DAY, ONLY ONE MASS AT 9 AM.
The Rectory Office will be CLOSED Thurs., Nov. 28th and Fri., Nov. 29th. We’ll resume, Mon. Dec. 2nd.
IMPORTANT
REMINDERS!
St. Anastasia Catholic School Parish Ball and Silent Auction Donations!
We are currently preparing for our annual Parish Ball and Silent Auction to be held on March 1, 2014 at the Westin Hotel, LAX in Los Angeles. We are asking our Parish members, neighboring businesses and families to support our event by donating an item or service to the Silent Auction or becoming an Event Sponsor. If you would like to donate to our fundraising event or know someone who would like to support our event, please contact Jackie Aguilera at [email protected] or 310-722.9549. This is a great way for local businesses, neighbors and friends to market their services to our Parish families while contributing to St. Anastasia Catholic School. All contributions are greatly appreciated and no contribution is too small.
The Year of Faith comes to an end… Last year, Pope Benedict XVI proclaimed October 11, 2012, through November 24, 2013, a Year of Faith
calling all believers to a deeper faith in God and strengthened commitment to Christ and His Church. Faith is a gift, it is the foundation of who we are as God’s people. Throughout this past year, we were reminded of our call to become “living signs of the presence of the Risen Lord in the world.” This challenge remains as we enter a new liturgical year. We share the light of Christ when we love and serve our neighbors.
The Chronic Pain Group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 pm in the Parish Hall (Basement). For info or questions, please call Patrick Doherty @ 310.650.0274 or Patty Wiacek @ 310.713.5298.
Ministry in Community …
Fact of Life Creation of Human Embryos With Three
Parents Facing Massive Opposition People from all sides are voicing their alarm about the ethics and safety of a new technique where a donor egg's nucleus is removed and replaced with the nucleus of a woman with mitochondrial disease. That genetically engineered egg is then fertilized with sperm, creating an embryo that has genetic material from three persons, the mitochondrial DNA from the donor, and nuclear DNA contributed by the parents. The technique under consideration isn't like gene therapy...What is at stake here is much broader: the modification of the germline, the inheritable genetic code that connects humanity from one generation to the next. Members of the Council of Europe recently declared that such technologies are "incompatible with human dignity." And, as Bill McKibben puts it in his book Enough: Staying Human in an Engineered Age, "The stakes in this argument are absurdly high, nothing less than the meaning of being human." From article by Rebecca Taylor. LifeNews.com 10/27/13
The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) Collection, takes place TODAY, Sunday, November 24th.
The Collection for the CCHD provides funding for groups that make lasting change and uplift the poor in the United States. In the last five years, over 36% of CCHD’s grants have gone to im-proving education, supporting housing in low-income neighborhoods. Help us to continue to defend human dignity and take poverty off the map. Defend human dignity. Take poverty off the map. Please give generously to the CCHD Collection. Envelopes are in the pews.
Coming up . . . Save the Dates . . . !!!
Thanksgiving Mass, Thursday, November 28th @ 9 am. As a Parish Community we will have the opportunity to express our gratitude to God for His
goodness and the blessings He has given us. This is a time to gather around God’s Altar to celebrate the Eucharist. Don’t forget to bring your wine or food item to be blessed at the liturgy for your Thanksgiving Dinner. There will be a table at the front of the Church to place your breads and wines from home. Also, there will be a collection of canned goods and or monetary donations during the Mass to be sent to St. Joseph Center. Thank you.
A Giving Tree at St. A’s in support of
St. Margaret’s Center
Please consider giving a gift for a boy or a girl (ages 10-13) this Christmas. A Giving Tree is out in the Vestibule . Pick a card off the Giving Tree, purchase a gift and bring your unwrapped gift no later than Mon., Dec. 9th. Please put it in the Box placed in the Vestibule. Contact the Rectory Office with any questions, 310-670-2243.
Advent Wreath Lighting and Reflection:
The Season of Advent is soon upon us. Advent is the season of waiting for Jesus’ coming. During this season we focus on being ready to receive Christ. We need people, individuals and families
to volunteer to participate in this liturgical activity. Your presence and participation in this activity would be a great blessing. Look for a sign up poster in the Vestibule.
Pauline Books and Media is selling $12 movie tickets for the new full length feature film: “Mary of Nazareth.” The movie will be shown at the Rave Cinemas 18 Theater at 6081 Center Drive on Tuesday, December 10 at 7 pm. Tickets can only be purchased at Pauline Books and Media, 3908 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, Mon-Sat @ 10 am to 6 pm, 310-307-8676.
Diaper Drive Deliveries! During Respect Life month this October, the cribs in the church were overflowing with diapers and wipes thanks to your generosity. We collected thousands of diapers and wipes for three local pregnancy centers. Anyone interested in providing support for women
pregnant in difficult circumstances please contact Teressa Syta 310-670-0285 or [email protected]
Baptism Class, Monday, December 2nd, 2013 in the Parish Hall (Basement) @ 7:15 pm. For info or questions please call 310-670-2243.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971 Jan & Herb Masi... .............. 641-2819 Ministers of the Word ......... Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon .......... .............. 670-1298 Pat Hendon .......... .............. 337-9191 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz ..... .............. 337-7213 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... .............. 641-4194
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (School in session) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30 - 5 PM & 7:30 - 8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30 - 9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of family
BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243 or Fred & Esmeralda Balsz @ 679-9119. MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243. R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory. FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.
St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue
Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243
Men’s Spirituality Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009 Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065
Men’s Morning Hour ..……..670-2243
MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram………………….645-1140
Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski .............. 670-2243
Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488
Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001
Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty…………….650-0274
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
Parish Finance Council Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206 Pastor Advisory Council ………………………………..670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534 Men’s Club Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646 Knights of Columbus
Arts and Education Jayne Cram .......... .............. 645-1140
Stewardship ………......…….670-2243
PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A.
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator
Catrina Grove-Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Olivier Chaine PTO-Parent Teacher Organization Betsy Sichi ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243 Confirmation Catrina Grove-Reyes ........... 670-2243 Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119
