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
ST. ANASTASIA CATHOST. ANASTASIA CATHOLIC CHURCHLIC CHURCH SSEVENTEENTHEVENTEENTH SSUNDAYUNDAY ININ OORDINARYRDINARY TTIMEIME
SSUNDAYUNDAY, J, JULYULY 2828thth, 2013, 2013
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
SUN, 7/28 7:30 AM PARISHIONERS OF ST. A’S 9:00 AM VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 10:30 AM LINDA MARIE LANG-CURRAN 12:00 PM MOISES PEÑALVER 7:30 PM SPECIAL INTENTIONS
MON., 7/29 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM HENRY PERPIGNAND, SR.
TUE., 7/30 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM LINDA MARIE LANG-CURRAN
WED., 7/31 6:30 AM LEONA ADDISON 8:00 AM SEAN GUZMAN
THURS., 8/01 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM JOE & CINDY CURRAN ♥
FRI., 8/02 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM HENRY JACK MOORE
SAT., 8/03 8:00 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 5:30 PM VINCE KANE
Birthday — Anniversary ♥ — Memorial — Support ♦
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... 17th Sunday In Ordinary Time: Jesus is describing God’s immeasurable generosity when He says in today’s Gospel, “Whoever asks, receives; whoever seeks, finds; whoever knocks, is admitted.” But it should also be the description of us as Christian stewards — those seeking to follow Christ by using our gifts in service to others. - Luke 11:10
Jazzmine Peluchette Eliodoro Alvarado Baby Wryan Lashuay Bob Caldwell Greg Paquin Bambi Byrons Chris Sykes Francine Rehberger Vivian Tew Sandy Dalton Carmen Pereira Baby Anastasia Wittenberg Stephen Ahearn Phyllis Jones 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 Lorraine Crothers
Agnes Mocsny Gerry Oakley Carla Roberts Peter Heredia Jack Muñoz Michael Jones Fran Wilkerson John Swanson George Rader Roy Sheraden Sam Solter Larry Lovett Ursula Lovett Jorden Aponte Tom Tyrrell Shareen Hakim Maxine & Stuart Liebman Matthew Salvo Sherry Stevens Bernice Cubie George Galip Ethel Curry Kim Calimlim Mary Witteman Jose Gutierrez Ed Kwinn Benita Bicarme Vicky Duron
Lucille Burk Delgado Martha Keglevich Jody Bruno Cathy Lee Bertha Marcinkus Jeanne Ahern Derek Comes Luanne Sinski Peggy Keelaghan Steven Appleldorn Pauline Runyan Sgt. Shawn Dorton Catherine Fleming Silvana Shinsato Nicole Shinsato Delphine Gonzalez Bob Sapien Brittany Gunnell Bruce Randall Angelo Aparicio Jocelyn Cotlon Michelle Anaya Julietta Anaya Jude Keith Hebert Lisa Carfano Cathy Lee Tim Mueller
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER … For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers … Please let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray. We’ll keep/remove their name(s) as requested, after the first few weeks.
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A PRIEST? Visit: www.lavocations.org
Dear parishioners, Today, outside of Church there is a table to sign postcards addressed to our state legislators in opposition to SB-131. Please support all
victims of abuse as well as fundamentals fairness. We are looking for volunteers for Children’s Liturgy. It’s not difficult. All you need is to share your love for God, and share it for 15 minutes with our kids during the 9 am Mass. I am relying on the Word of the Lord for this! “For every-one who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Pleased consider helping. The Lord needs you. Thanks to all who made Vacation Bibles School a success! Have a wonderful week. Devotedly, 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: Be persistent in prayer and nag if you must; God hears you every time. The truth of today’s psalm. Lord, on the day I called for help, you answered me, may not always be apparent. There are times when we pray and it seems that God is either not listening or is unwilling to gives us what we want. The Scriptures tells us to be persistent and to keep praying; that in God’s time our prayers are always answered.
LITURGY OF THE WORD: Abraham asks God to spare Sodom and Gomorrah if he can find some innocent people and God agrees—five times! Abraham’s prayer was answered, yet he wanted a little more. Jesus tells His disciples that they must ask the Father for their needs and be persistent in their prayers. He tells them—and us—to ask in order to receive.
Masses: Sat: 5:30 pm.
Sun: 7:30 am. Sun: 9:00 am. Sun: 10:30 am. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 pm.
Celebrants: Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox Msgr. Gonzales Fr. Tom Msgr. Gonzales Msgr. Vadakin
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical passages that will be proclaimed at all Masses next Sunday: Reading 1: Reading 2: Gospel: Eccl 1:2; 2:21-23 Col 3:1-5, 9-11 Lk 12:13-21
SATURDAY CONFESSIONS: 3:30 - 5 pm & 7:30 - 8 pm
** Msgr. Cox **
Next Week - Celebrating Our Faith Sat., Aug. 3rd & Sun., Aug. 4th, 2013 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is making available 100 “Camperships” for kids to go to the Society’s Circle V Ranch Camp near Santa Barbara. The one week session from August 9th -14th includes great meals, Mass and fun summer activities for kids ages 7 to 13. Cost is normally $425, but is just $75 per child using camperships, with the balance paid for by donors. Bus transportation to camp is provided. Parents are encouraged to call (323) 224-6213 as soon as possible. You must qualify to receive the “campership”.
RESOURCE UPDATE Pope Francis Creation Care Quotes The Coalition has updated its page of quotes from Pope Francis on creation care (http://catholicclimatecovenant.org/catholic-teachings/pope-francis/). You’ll also find on the website pages with quotes from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI (http://catholicclimatecovenant.org/catholic-teachings/benedict-xvi/ ), the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops,(http://catholicclimatecovenant.org/catholic-teachings/bishops/), and many other Catholic voices. These pages are intended to help Catholics better understand the Church’s authentic teaching on creation care and climate change. We encourage you to utilize these quotes in creative ways.
A Ministry for Married Couples: Looking for a way to share the many blessings of married life? Catholic Engaged Encounter needs couples to help minister to engaged couples. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY and free training is provided! If you would like to share what you’ve learned as a married couple and meet a terrific community of married couples, please consider the ministry of Catholic Engaged Encounter. For more information, call Paciano & Molly Diaz @ 818-763-3683—OR—visit our website at www.CEEofLA.org and email us at [email protected].
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time,
July 28, 2013 You were buried with him in Baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.
Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…
Traveling Holy Family - Family 1 Vacation Bible School 07/21/2013 St. Anastasia Parish 07/28/2013
Traveling Holy Family - Family 2 Vacation Bible School 07/21/2013 Garica family 07/28/2013
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SOME CASINO FUN? We're headed to Harrah’s Casino on Tuesday, Aug. 13. We'll leave St. A’s at 8 AM and return at 6 PM. The cost is $12 per person, and you will receive $10 in free play on your Rewards Card, plus a raffle on the bus. Please call Laurette at 310-670-2488 for reservations. The deadline is July 30, but don't delay, as this trip will likely sell out soon. A PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED. Sponsored by the St. Anastasia Social Club.
Traveling Holy Family New On-Line Travel Journal!
Sign up today to have a statue of the Holy Family come visit your house for a week. Each household will have the opportunity to gather to pray, reflect and spend faith-filled time with the Holy Family. You will also be able to connect with other parishioners through each Holy Family’s *new* on-line travel journal where photos and family stories can be shared with fellow participants. There is a sign-up table after each Mass TODAY, Sunday, July 28th for those who wish to participate for 2013-14. You may also contact Regina Aaron at [email protected], or by leaving a message at the Rectory, 310-670-2243. This is a unique, faith-deepening and interactive experience for all who participate!
MONDAY MORNING PRAYER AND ADORATION
♦Consider this a personal invitation to come and join us as we pray the Novena
in Honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. This prayer time is immediately following the 8:00AM Mass and will help you keep prayer front and center in your life. As St. Paul said in his letter to the Colossians ; "Pray without ceasing, be attentive to prayer and pray in a spirit of thanksgiving." We believe that a parish is an authentic community only when it sticks together all week long-after the Mass has ended-by living the gospel through daily prayer, mutual support, and loving service to all those in need. This is the goal of our praying the Novena and singing praises to the Lord and His Blessed Mother, and we're sure it's your goal as well. Come pray with us!
Don’t miss out the 16th Annual Don’t miss out the 16th Annual Don’t miss out the 16th Annual St. Anastasia Family PicnicSt. Anastasia Family PicnicSt. Anastasia Family Picnic
All Parishioners Invited! All Parishioners Invited! All Parishioners Invited! In n' Out burgers, potluck, desserts, drinks, music, bouncers and games for all!
Last year was a BIG hit, so mark your calendars to come join the fun!! (Stay tuned - more information
to come in August.)
SAVE THE DATE:
SAVE THE DATE:
SAVE THE DATE:
9/29/2013, 9/29/2013, 9/29/2013,
1:00 1:00 1:00 --- 4:00pm4:00pm4:00pm
REGISTER FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL — Come and Join the Fun!
Registration for School of Religious Education will take place on Sunday, August 25th and Sunday, September 15th, from 9 am to Noon in Diamond Courtyard.
Registration is for Early Childhood Education, 3,4 and 5 yr. old; Sacramental Preparation for 1st and 2nd year students; Older Sacramental, and Continuing Education. There is no registration necessary for the childcare offered at the 9 am and 10:30 am Mass. Volunteers needed at all age levels. If you can not make these registra-tions date, call Jonette Mauch at the Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.
Young Adult Meeting - Monday, July 29th at 8:30pm in the Rectory Office Conference Room - Angelo Sala of Crossroads Cultural Center will be speaking of his experience of doing cultural work in New York City. By revealing the ultimate meaning of reality, Christianity gives new impulse to the human desire for knowledge. Crossroads Cultural Center hosts lectures, performances, and conferences that bring together experts in all areas of human knowledge to share in the beauty of the created world and give glory to God. Contact Nancy, Young Adult Coordinator, @ 310-927-8891, with questions. No RSVP required.
Ministry in Community …
Never leave your children in a hot car - Did you know that it only takes 10 minutes for a car to heat up by 19 degrees? Every so often we hear news
stories of parents forgetting infants or leaving a sleeping toddler in the car, and tragedies that ensue. Never leave a child alone in a car, even for a minute. Degrees can be deceiving. Fatalities can occur at temperatures as low as the mid-50s because a vehicle heats up so quickly. Children are at a great risk for heat stroke because their bodies heat up three to five times faster than an adult's does. Cracking a window? Not a solution. Some advanced technolo-gies are still being developed that may help prevent heat stroke deaths in vehicles, but nothing has been proven effective yet. For more information visit, http://www.care.com/child-care-summer-safety-tips-a-guide-to-protecting-kids-when-activities-heat-up-p1017-q6731064.html. For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at (213) 637-7650.
REMINDERS!
TODAY, Sun., July 28th the monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing takes place after the 12 Noon Mass. All couples married during
the month of July are welcome. Fri., Aug. 2nd, THERE WILL BE NO First Friday Mass—School is out; it’ll resume Friday, Sept. 6th. Sat., Aug. 3rd, First Saturday Eucharistic Adoration, from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Mon., Aug. 5th, Baptism Share Session, @ 7:15 pm in the Parish Hall (Basement, located on Stanmoor Dr.), for info please call the Rectory Office @ 310-670-2243. Wed., Aug. 7th, - Men’s Morning Hour, attending 6:30 am Mass, reflections until 7:30 am in the Rectory Office to follow. - Chronic Pain meeting, 7 pm in the Parish Hall (Basement, located on Stanmoor Dr.). ** For info and questions regarding any of these events, please call the Rectory Office @ 310-670-2243.
SAVE THE DATE: The 18th Annual St. A’s Golf Tournament
will be held on Monday, October 21, 2013. Don’t miss out on all of the fun at Skylinks Golf Course in Long Beach. The day includes a post-tournament BBQ dinner catered by Outdoor Grill at the Elks Club. All members of the parish community are welcome. Contact Chris Turkmany (310) 200-8021 with any questions.
Confirmation Early Registration!! Continues thru July 31st. Confirmation Registration forms are available in the back of the Church, Vestibule, and in the Rectory Office. For questions and more information, please contact Catrina at 310-670-2243 x51 or [email protected].
AN AMAZING JOURNEY OF FAITH- FOR YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW
Are thinking about becoming a Catholic? Do you know someone who might be thinking about becoming a Catholic? Here is the chance to invite that special someone to an informal gathering to share and question whether or not the time is right for them to pursue becoming a Catholic. The process is called RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. This is the process through which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic faith community. We become a member of the Catholic faith by truly experiencing the life, the self-understanding, and the activities of the community itself. Please consider experiencing this process or inviting someone to join us for this amazing journey of faith. We begin
with an informal gathering on Thursday evening September 5th at 7:30 PM.
Call Jonette in the Rectory @310-670-2243 or [email protected]
IMAGINE: THANK YOU VBS TEACHERS & VOLUNTEERS! Who could have imagined the impact Vacation Bible School has had on our parish, our community and especially our young children. This year was no different and it really was a “Rip, Roadin RoundUp” at St. A’s. More importantly it was a great, great experience because of the volunteers who made it so special. We all realize the fun our campers have learning to trust in Jesus and singing at the top of the their lungs, but did you ever think about the 17 youth volunteers who came for service hours, but stayed for the pure joy of helping younger students? We want all of you to know how much we appreciate not only our teachers but the youth volunteers. VBS offers a special opportunity to deepen relationships and apply what we are learning about God and life-changing lessons we find in His Word. The effect our young leaders have made on the lives of our kids and community is truly a gift. I wish I could list EACH of you by NAME but you know who you are! I can’t wait to work with you again! Mrs. Mauch
Thank you to all who donated shoes to the Su Misericordia
Mexico Mission. Your generous donation helps the school
program of Oaxacan brothers and sisters.
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 Altar Servers Ed Charette .......... .............. 823-3118 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... .............. 641-4194
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30AM & 8:00AM First Friday: 6:30AM, 8AM, 11AM (School in session) Saturday: 8:00AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30PM Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 10:30AM, 12 & 7:30PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30PM Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8:00AM, 11AM (during the School year) & 7:00PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30PM-5:00PM & 7:30-8:00PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30AM- 9:30AM 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
Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-670-2243 Office
310-670-5052 Fax Website: www.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected]
St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected]
PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement …………….....670-2243
Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891
Prayer Group—English Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105
Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175 Ben Oakley………………….670-2771
Respect Life Jim & Nancy Taylor ............. 645-7671
Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243 Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243
St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram ........................... 645-1140
Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert’s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417
St. Margaret’s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208
Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo ...................... 306-9390
Adopt-A-Family Rose and Matt Fissinger ..... 645-8285
Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285
Nurses Ministry Nancy Reilly .........…….424-228-4767
Pen Pal Project - Prison Ministry ............. ...............……….. .670-2243 ………………. [email protected]
Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243
Women’s Faith Sharing Susan Senia ..........………….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 Susan Senia ........................ 822-6511
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
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