June 9, 2013 - American Martyrs Church

A W e lco m i n g C o m m u n i t y , H e l p i n g O n e A n ot h e r
to
L i v e H o ly L i v e s
Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
in
Jesus Christ.
June 9, 2013
A merican M artyrs S chool
G raduates , J une 2013
PASTOR: Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A. • ASSOCIATE PASTORS: Rev. Nicholas Assi, Rev. Joseph Kammerer
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 and 5pm | Tuesday/Thursday: 6:30am, 8am and 5pm | Saturday: 8am
Holy Day Mass: Vigil: 5pm | Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm and 7:30pm
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American Martyrs
Catholic Community
Table
of
Contents
Prayers / Mass Readings ................................................................ 2
This Week at AMC / 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
Readings
of the
M onday :
T uesday :
W ednesday :
T hursday :
F riday :
S aturday :
S unday :
Week
2 Cor 1:1-7; Ps 34; Mt 5:1-12
Acts 11:21b-26, 13:1-3; Ps 98; Mt 5:13-16
2 Cor 3:4-11; Ps 99; Mt 5:17-19
2 Cor 3:15-4:1, 3-6; Ps 85; Mt 5:20-26
2 Cor 4:7-15; Ps 116; Mt 5:27-32
2 Cor 5:14-21; Ps 103; Mt 5:33-37
2 Sm 12:7-10, 13; Ps 32; Gal 2:16, 19-21;
Lk 7:36-8:3 or 7:36-50
A rmed F orces
We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas
and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:
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.
Pvt Julia Cothren - U.S. Army
Nicole Duvardo - U.S.A.F.
SPC Nicholas M. Francis, U.S. Army Rangers
Cpt Kelsey Guetschow - U.S.A.F.
Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C.
Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F.
PFC Michael R. Leist - U.S. Army
CPT Andrew Lopez-Gallego, 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
Spc Robert Plaza - U.S. Army
Cpt Alexander Rawling - U.S.A.F.
Pvt Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army
PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army
Lance Wible - U.S. Army
Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.
If you would like someone listed or know that a person listed
above has returned home, contact Anne Riordan at 310-545-5651/
[email protected].
Pray for the Sick
Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they
may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:
Dr. John Messenger Jack Radville
Alma Burke Eleanor Bienlein
Sierra Benson
Ellie Howdershell
Mary Anne Doms
Ray D'Amico
Marcia Wible
Terri Cangialosi
In Memoriam
In Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that
they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.
Dr. Lewis Yocum
Theo Crabb
Amy Turner Adams
Peggy Berkline
May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the
mercy of God, rest in peace.
Holy Matrimony
Third Banns
Bao Duy Duong and Pauline Phuong Ho
D aily P rayers
of the
C hurch
ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL
Chapel hours are:
Sunday - Friday, 6:00am-10:00pm; Saturday, 7:00am-10:00pm
Contact: Jim Quilliam, adorationchapel@americ anmar t yrs.org
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.
Planned Giving
Do you have an appreciated asset that you would like to turn
into income today, but you don’t want to pay the capital
gains taxes? You have options.
For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or
bhodges@americ anmar t yrs. org
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Parish Calendar
This W eek
N ext W eekend
MONDAY, June 10
8:15amSK
AMS Room Parent Meeting
8:45amPH
Monday Morning Starters
3:00pmODH 1st Grade Brownie Troop Meeting
4:30pmODH GSA Troop 3345 Dinner & Bridging
5:00pmBB
Happy Hour Dance Class
6:30pmPH
Community & Evangelization Commission
7:00pmSJC
Monday Evening Prayer
7:00pmSpC Natural Family Planning
7:00pmSCH BSA Troop 713 Meeting
7:30pmSK
M.B. Girl Scout Leaders Meeting
8:00pmBB
Babysitting Co-op
TUESDAY, June 11
9:00amSK
Young at Art Executive Board Meeting
3:30pmPH
Legion of Mary Meeting
4:00pmODH MCHS Choir Dinner
6:00pmHFH Teen Tuesday
6:00pmSHH Faith Formation Commission
6:30pmSCH 3rd Grade Cub Scout Den 8 Meeting
7:00pmPH
Yoga Class
7:30pmBB
Al-Anon Meeting
7:30pmSJC
Contemplative Prayer
WEDNESDAY, June 12
8:00amODH AMS Pony Graduation
8:30amSK
National Charity League
7:00pmBB
Peace Meditation
7:00pmPH
Stewardship Commission Meeting
7:30pmSpC Sunday's Readings in Context
THURSDAY, June 13
8:00amODH AMS Kinderthon & Field Day
9:00amSK
Altar Society Meeting
10:00am BB
Senior Exercise
3:15pmBKMR AM Children’s Choir
6:30pmBB
Parish Fair Committee Meeting
FRIDAY, June 14
10:00amODH So Bay Children's Hospital Bridge Tournament
12:30pmPH
GSA Troop 6475 Meeting
3:30pmSCH Irish Dance Class
SATURDAY, June 15
9:00amPH
Liturgy & Worship Meeting
10:00am HFH AA Women’s Meeting
SUNDAY, June 16
10:00am SpL
Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)
7:00pmODH Dr. Creasy Bible Study
P eter's P ence C ollection
Next week our diocese will take up the Peter's Pence
Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds
he needs to carry out his most important charitable works.
The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged victims of war,
oppression, and natural disasters. Through your generosity,
we can cast the peace of Christ upon the world.
Mass Intentions
MONDAY, June 10
8:00 Flora Ann Gilberti – RIP (John & Leeann McNicholos)
12:10 Douglass L. Horton – RIP (The Novokmet Family)
5:00 Larry Bower – RIP (Bower Family)
TUESDAY, June 11 - St. Barnabas
6:30
8:00
12:10
5:00
Dan Esposito – RIP (The Dorr Family)
The Mullin Family – Sp. Int. (The Rager Family)
Kay Newman – RIP (Connie, Kelly, Kristy, Patty & Thais)
Toni Sweet – Sp. Int. (The Donatucci Family)
WEDNESDAY, June 12
8:00 Ginger Eastom – RIP (Tom Klimasz)
12:10 Rita Johnson – RIP (Dave & Dottie Arias)
5:00 Mary Jane Chianta – RIP (Nat & La Famiglia)
THURSDAY, June 13 - St. Anthony of Padua
6:30
8:00
12:10
5:00
Kiana Dyen – RIP (Fermin & Inez Cuza)
The Altar Society – Sp. Int.
Betty McCaverty – RIP (Jim McCaverty & Family)
Molly Harrington Hartney – RIP
FRIDAY, June 14
NOTE: Dates and locations are subject to change without notice.
Please check with the ministry to verify event.
8:00 Bill Catey – Sp. Int. (April Marano-Ford)
12:10 Irene Sullins – RIP (AMC Altar Society)
5:00 Maureen Chalk – RIP (Jeannie & Scott Wood)
SATURDAY, June 15
Facilities:
BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church
GYM-Gymnasium ∙ 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-Saint Kateri ∙ SKMR-Saint Kateri Music Room
8:00 Steve Sabosky – RIP (Sr. Maria Basilea)
5:00 Lt. Col. John Harris – RIP (Larry & Helene Grik)
SUNDAY, June 16 - 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:00
8:00
9:30
11:30
5:00
Jeanne McCormick – RIP (Karen McCormick)
Jack West – RIP (Kathy West & Family)
For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased
Father's Day Novena
Glen Owen – RIP (Suzanne Owen)
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Newly Baptized At American Martyrs
We welcome the new members of our Catholic Community.
Lily Donaghy Ballard
Lauren Mary Carlin
Charles Francis Crader
Owen Winston Dunlap
Harry Joseph Esposito
Blaise Andrew Gaydosh
Austin Ryan Hamilton
Connor Michael Hamilton
Caroline Theresa Houterman Holden Michael Houterman
Sloane Adelina Houterman Megan Riley Nelson
Sean Robert Nelson
Leonardo David Nichols-Julien
Elliete Anne Nourie
Zachary James Oliver
Aviana Marie Otero
Angelique Irene Dizon Perez
Aubrey Jade Urbano Rojas Finnley Mac Sansone
Tyler Christopher Sheehan Graziella Marie Sheffield
Chase Curtis Thompson
Grayson Deane Watkins
I nformation M eeting for M en I nterested
in the P ermanent D iaconate ,
S unday J uly 21, 2013
The Diaconate Formation Office will be hosting an
information meeting for all men who are interested
in finding out more about becoming a permanent
deacon in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Members of the Archdiocesan Diaconate
Formation Office will be present:
to explain the role of the deacon in the Church,
to explain the Diaconate Formation Program,
to answer any questions that participants might have.
Men must be between the ages of 30 and 60 years
to enter the formation program. It is important for
men who are married to attend with their wives.
The next information meeting will be
Sunday, July 21
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ,
St. Jerome
5550 Thornburn St., LA, 90045
For further information, contact:
Mrs. Claudia Ortiz in the Diaconate Formation Office, 213-637-7383 or C AO r t i z @ la -arc h dio ce s e.o r g
If you want to be first make yourself servant of all.
(Mt. 20:27)
The Sunday ’s R eadings in Context M inistry
announces:
A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus
12-Days: March 11 to 22, 2014
Under the Spiritual Direction of Rev. Patrick Sheridan, OSB
Group
Coordinators:: Mr. John D’Isacco & Ms. Mary Hornickel
Group
Coordinators
Discount
(payment
by check or cash):
John D’Isacco
and Price
Mary
Hornickel.
Full
Package:: Air
+ Land
– Only $2,799
per person*
S piritual
D
irector
Rev.
Patrick
Sheridan
OSB.
*From Los Angeles (LAX), plus $530 in airport taxes, security fees & fuel surcharges & $145 in tips
G ive Yourself
the
G ift
of
A doration
Celebrate with the Eucharistic Lord;
Jesus is waiting for you.
Come join Him!
Adoration Chapel Hours:
Sunday - Friday, 6:00am - 10:00 pm
Saturday, 7:00am - 10:00 pm
The chapel is in the back of the church, south end of the vestibule.
Sit in Silence ◊ Pray the Rosary ◊ Meditate on the Scriptures
Ask for Forgiveness ◊ Pray the Psalms ◊ "Be" with the Lord
Save
th
Date e
s!
Full Package:
Air+Land only $2,799 cash
discount; $2,968 standard
base price. From LAX +
$530 airport taxes, security
fees & fuel surcharges &
$145 in tips.
Pilgrimage Information Meeting
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
7:00 PM
There will be an
American
Martyrs Church
Information
Meeting on Tuesday,
Spirituality Center - Main Room
7:00
pm in the Spirituality Center.
770 17th Street
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
June 25, at
C ontact I nfo : 310-546-1302.
Color brochure available after June 15, 2013
To be placed on the priority mailing list to receive your full color brochure and registration form
(available after June 15, 2013) please complete and return the form below or contact
Mr. John D’Isacco & Ms. Mary Hornickel • Tel: (310) 546-1302 • Email: [email protected]
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Parish News
C offee & D onuts
in
O'D onnell H all
Working Moms Ministry will serve donuts, coffee,
tea, juice, and milk after the 7:00, 8:00 and
9:30am Masses.
NEXT WEEK: No Coffee & Donuts - Father's Day
B abysitting C o - op
Monthly meeting will take place on Monday, June 10 from
8:00-9:00pm in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room.
New members are always welcome.
Ministry Contacts: Angela Klenk, 310-370-9601
or Peggi Fiebig, 424-237-6687.
S ingle S eniors B runch
Please join us for a lunch Tuesday, June 11 at 1:00pm in Judy's
garden at 1911 Perry Ave. Redondo Beach. Complimentary
for members only, non members are welcome for $5.00.
Carpool recommended.
Sunday, June 16 is Father's Day!
Consider giving a Father's Day card that offers the gift of a
Novena of Masses, beginning on Father's Day and
continuing for nine days.
Cards are available at all entrances of the church and at
the Parish Center.
Are you looking for a daily
inspiration or reflection?
See our Facebook page
for Msgr. Barry's
Daily Reflections
Find a link to our Facebook page
at the bottom of our website pages.
RSVP to Judy, 310-374-9804 or Magda, 323-469-0577.
You may also follow
Altar Society: Year End Mass and Breakfast
On Thursday, June 13, the intention of the 8:00am Mass will
be for 'The Altar Society and their families.' Breakfast will
follow immediately in St. Kateri.
Msgr. on Twitter @
msgrjohnbarry
If you can’t make it for Mass, please come for breakfast and
an FYI on the past year, and on the future for The Altar Society.
It will be our last get together until next September. Join us
whether you’re a member or not. Everyone is welcome.
More Info: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016
C areer B ridge B uilders
LinkedIn Unleashed with Walt Kasha
• Thursday, June 27, 7:00 - 9:00pm, in St. Kateri .
With over 60% of jobs found through job networking,
LinkedIn is your online “business card” for getting discovered
by employers and recruiters. Whether you are new to using
LinkedIn or you want to supercharge your profile, you don’t
want to miss this opportunity!
Monday Morning Starters, on Mondays after 8:00am Mass, in the
Parish House is for those in career transition, 8:45am - 10:00am.
No reservation required!
Contact: Andrea Krych, [email protected].
Historical Ministry:
Stained glass window tours of the Church, on request.
Contact Rita Hanretty at 310-545-5652.
After the trauma and tragedy of the tornadoes
in Oklahoma, the task of caring and rebuilding
continues in earnest. Our brothers and sisters of
Catholic Charities in Oklahoma would surely put
whatever we can offer to very good use.
You can help with a check to “C atholic C harities of
L os A ngeles ” with the words “O klahoma R elief ” in the
memo section. Mail your donation to the address
below and know that all monies collected will be
forwarded directly to Catholic Charities of Oklahoma.
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles
P. O. Box 15095
Los Angeles, CA 90015-0095
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Stewardship Commission Chair: Dennis Labriola,
310-345-2401 / stewardship@americanmar tyrs.org
B ereavement S upport G roup
And Jesus Wept…
. . .May His Loving Arms
Embrace You In Times
Of Sadness.
Ste w ardsh ip Reflections
Upcoming Meeting
Tuesday, June 18
Meetings are from 7:00 - 9:00pm
in the Spirituality Center.
Please join us. All are welcome,
even if you have not attended our
prior bereavement support group
meetings.
Stewardship is frequently referred to as “a way of life.”
To move into this way of life we need to go through a
personal conversion of mind and heart.
St. Paul’s letter to the Galatians, from which the second
reading is taken, is a strong, although not too obvious,
statement about stewardship. Paul wrote the letter
because a division had developed in the Church which
he had established in Galatia. The schism was between
Jews who had recently been converted to Christianity
and Gentiles who were also new converts. The Jewish
converts continued to follow Jewish law closely and they
felt the Gentiles should too.
Paul speaks of two key ingredients of stewardship. First,
he reminds the Galatians that stewardship requires a
dramatic conversion, similar to his own. "For you heard
of my former way of life in Judaism, how I persecuted the
church of God beyond measure and tried to destroy it, . ."
(Gal 1:13) Paul moved dramatically away from that life
after his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus.
(You can read about their meeting in Acts chapter 9.)
Second, he tells us that once we have been converted,
our motivation for doing good, for practicing our faith,
for reaching out to others, should be out of gratitude
and an understanding that this is what we are meant
to do. We should not do these things out of a sense of
obligation or guilt. We are stewards because we are
supposed to be, not because we are following a law.
The good steward does what is right because it truly
is a way of life and a reflection of Jesus’ own life. The
steward is living the way Jesus called us to live. This was
Paul’s message to the Galatians, and that same message
applies to us.
RSVP to Deacon Chris at c am ante a@am e r i c a nma r t yr s. o rg
or to Yvonne Amantea at 310-613-7814.
I will praise you LORD;
for you have rescued me.
Psalm 30
Pastoral Care
B eginning A gain
Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for
those experiencing separation and divorce.
The next meeting is Tuesday, June 18 from 7:00 - 9:00pm
in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Adaptation."
S tephen M inistry
What is the best way to ensure our
parish receives the support needed
for our operating expenses and
ministries during the busy summer months? eGiving
through Faith Direct!
“Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.”
--Albert Einstein
When you face personal misfortune – job loss, financial
insecurity, the death of a loved one – it is common to feel
you must face it alone. But here at American Martyrs, you
don’t have to.
Stephen Ministers are members of your parish trained to
provide those in need with confidential, Christian care. They
have been called to actively listen to you, support you and
accompany you on your journey. They are here for you.
For more information, call us at 310-545-8244.
Enroll online at w w w.FaithD irec t.net, our
church code is CA308.
C are N otes C an H elp You C ope Increased enrollment with Faith Direct
will help stabilize our parish finances
during the coming summer months
when many families are away on
vacation.
Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule.
There are many topics that change frequently, such as:
As always, know that your generosity is truly a gift from God.
Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.
Praying to Manage Anger and Stress
Keeping Family First
Seven Habits of Those Who Handle Stress Best
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Commission Chair: Tom Hoffarth
310-378-2726 / sjo@a meric anma r t y rs.org
Respect Life Ministry
On Being Champions of the Gospel of Life
“Connected with our prayer must be the thoughtful and
Who will H elp if You do not ?
faithful reflection upon the Church's teaching on the
Do you have some time after dropping off the kids? Or work respect for all human life and the integrity of the family.
from home and could spare a couple of hours a month? Can In our homes, in our Catholic schools and universities, in
you drive someone to Mass? Sometimes we just need a bit of parish study groups, and in everyday conversations and
help whether we’ve broken a foot or need some labs tests run. discussions with our neighbors, we are called to give an
Others may not drive any longer and need a ride to Mass.
uncompromising witness to the Gospel of Life. Parents,
parish priests and institutions of Catholic education must
And whatever you do, in word or in deed,
be aware of the constant anti-life and anti-family messages
do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,
which constantly bombard us and our young people.”
giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Col 3:17
Martyrs Angels provide parishioners with rides to
doctor appointments, the grocery store and to Mass on the
weekends. If you would like to be an Angel or if you need a
ride, call Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.
Helping The Catholic Worker Feed
the
~ Archbishop Raymond Burke,
Keynote Address at the National Prayer Breakfast,
May 8, 2009
Ministry Contacts: Steve Perry, steven.michael.perr y@gmail.
com o r Russ Neglia, 310-316-3845 / ru n e g l i a @ ver i zo n. net.
Homeless
The Los Angeles Catholic Worker (LACW) was founded in 1970
to serve the poor and homeless on LA's Skid Row.
M atthew 25 C ollecting B ikes
Matthew 25 is collecting gently used bikes
that will be rehabilitated and given to children
When do we go? at
St. Lawrence of Brindisi next Christmas.
Six volunteers from American Martyrs go to the Catholic
Worker twice a month, on the second Tuesday and fourth
Contact Tony Fadale, a.Fad a l e@ ver i zo n. net
Thursday.
or 310-542-9696 and he will coordinate the pick up of
your
bike. Please note that badly damaged bikes will not be
What do we do?
accepted
due to the cost of repair and the safety of the children
We help prepare and serve a midday meal from 9:30am
who
will
receive
them.
to 12 noon. We do what the core team asks us to do:
cutting and chopping food, buttering bread and/or bagels, Thank you for considering this invitation to help our sister
working the food line, after meal clean-up and additional parish and their children!
tasks as assigned. Our work day runs from 7:00am - 1:00pm.
This includes a one hour round trip drive to the "Hippie"
Kitchen in downtown Los Angeles. We coordinate with
H ouse of Y ahweh
each other to carpool, as parking is limited.
House of Yahweh serves the needy of the South Bay and
How can I be one of the six American Martyrs parishioners
welcomes volunteers.
who go to the Catholic Worker?
Is God calling you to help those in need?
A roster of those who regularly support this Matthew 25
Donations of time, talent, used clothing, shoes, and
Ministry is maintained. Usually, ten days or so before our
household items are greatly appreciated.
next scheduled Catholic Worker day, those on our roster
are asked, "who wants to go this time?" If you have never
Contact: Sr. Michele Morris, CSJ, 310-675-1384,
been and would like to go, contact the coordinators listed
4046 Marine Ave, Lawndale OR Robbie, 310-372-6462,
below and we will attempt to place you on a future team.
2316 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach
Requirements: Be on time, commit for the whole day's
work, wear clothes that you don't mind getting food
stained, and a hat (gloves are provided). You have one
optional break to sit and eat the meal that is being served.
O ngoing H earts for the H ungry
Above all, treat our customers with dignity, respect, and a
St. Francis Center: first Saturday of every month, 9:45am - 3:00pm
smile. You must be at least 16 years, or older. You also must
(next trip is July 6)
be part of the American Martyrs team of six previously
Contact : John Harder, 310- 634-2101/ [email protected]
identified.
St. Lawrence of Brindisi: second Saturday of every month,
Coordinators
(next trip is July 13)
Sam Dumond, [email protected], 310-376-3599
Contact : Frank Valdez, 310-926-6940 / f ran k .valdez @ utex as. ed u
Paul Jacoby, [email protected], 310-507-4405
Santa Monica: last Saturday of every month, 7am - noon
For more information on The LA Catholic Worker visit
(next trip is June 29)
w w w.lacatholic worker.org
Contact : Michael Concannon, 714-852-2112
michael.conc [email protected]
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Faith Formation
B aptism C lass
Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is
required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs
Church.
Upcoming class is Thursday, June 20.
Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment.
See the schedule of classes at americ anma r t yrs.org.
Spiritual Library
Open on Sundays, 10:am-4:00pm
Are you looking for an inspiring
or devotional book to help you
on your faith journey?
Visit the "Upper Room" Spiritual Library and see where the
Spirit may lead you.
A few of the over 1300 titles available for check-out:
101 Most Powerful Proverbs in the Bible --- Lang, J. Stephen
101 Questions and Answers on Saints --- Evans, George P.
150 Most Important Bible Verses, The --- Nelson, Thomas
150 Opening and Closing Prayers --- Koch, Carl
C ontemplative P rayer
Tuesday evenings, 7:30pm - 8:30pm,
St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center
(use Pacific Ave. entrance)
“Lord, make me an instrument of your peace”
-- St. Francis of Asissi Life’s lessons are deep and rich, and could be missed if we
pass by too quickly. Along the way we are invited to pause
to be renewed by Jesus Christ, and to rest in the love that is
ours by way of grace. Our rest is God’s delight.
We continue our reflections on the 12 petitions in
the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi.
Handouts are available for missed sessions. We keep a very
simple structure, and have prayer instruction available for
those interested.
Please join us once, often or always, for the Love of it!
Ministry Contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349
“Contemplative prayer is the simplest expression
of the mystery of prayer.” Catechism of the Catholic Church N. 2713
Get to know us at t he c o nte mp lat i ve h ear t. o rg
The Contemplative Heart is sister site to The Contemplative Way
365 Meditations for Families --- Sharpe, Sally D.
Information and Contacts: Anna Jung, 310-374-0863 or
Millie Maloney, 310-938-3125
Seek in reading and you will find in meditation; knock in prayer
and it will be opened to you in contemplation. - St. John of the Cross
The Art
of
Spiritual Direction
Spiritual direction is an ancient ministry, a unique oneto-one relationship in which a trained person assists
another person in the search for an ever closer union of
love with God.
Directors listen carefully to the unfolding of directees'
lives to help them discern the ways in which God is
leading them. The practice of spiritual direction consists
much more of "holy listening" rather than direction in
the sense of offering guidance or direct advice.
American Martyrs Church maintains a list of Certified
Spiritual Directors who have received training, formation,
and are members of Spiritual Directors International.
They are committed to spiritual growth, both personally
and with those they accompany on their journey.
For more information and help finding a Certified Spiritual
Director, contact Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.
Be Still and Know that I Am God.
Psalm 46:10
O ngoing F aith F ormation & E nrichment
When we pray, we join a steady stream of prayer that began
more than 2,000 years ago. With our world around us constantly
in a state of flux, there is a special grace in knowing there is a
place that is sacred and unchanging, a place where we can go to
be renewed in the love that is ours by way of God’s grace.
We all have gifts differing. There are many pathways to prayer.
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 (on Summer break)
Tuesday, 9:15-11:00am in the Spirituality Center
(Next series starts with the Book of Revelation on September 3)
Contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER:
Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pm in the Spirituality Center Chapel
(770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance)
Contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349
MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP
2nd and 4th Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm, in the Spirituality Center Chapel
Evening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet
Contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484
PEACE MEDITATION
2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pm, in SS. Brigid/Brendan room
Contact: Avito Moniz, 310-376-2065
SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room)
Open Sundays, 10:00am-4:00pm, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor
Contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651
J u ne 9 , 2 0 1 3 |Ten th S unday in Ordin a ry Ti m e
Faith Formation in our
Families
American Martyrs Youth Ministry
Every Tuesday Night - Teen Tuesday Nights!
Join us for prayer, games, tutoring, homework time, and
prep for future Life Nights! We meet at 6:00pm every Tuesday
in the Holy Family House.
If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica
Leon at mle o n @ ame r ic anma r t yrs.org
Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM
Contact: amy m @ am e r ic anma r t yrs.org
Sunday P reschool R egistration
2013-2014
Links to Sunday Preschool Registration can be found on the
americanmar tyrs.org website. Don’t wait!
for
Interested in working with our parish preschoolers?
Join us on Sunday mornings! Come rediscover the beauty
of God’s creation through the eyes of a child and make new
friends along the way.
Thinking about it? Questions? Contact April Beuder at
[email protected].
“It is above all in the home that,
before ever a word is spoken,
children should experience God’s love
in the love which surrounds them.
In the family they learn that God
wants peace and mutual understanding
among all human beings,
who are called to be one great family.”
Families
in
Faith - AMS
and
SRE News
Grace from sacraments? How do I find it?
Coincidences with people.
When someone unexpected comes into your life, look for
what God might be trying to say to you through this person,
or what you might have to offer him or her.
Through touch.
Every sacrament has a physical aspect to it. Allow your child
to feel God's touch through you with a loving touch after
communion or a hug after reconciliation.
Flashes of insight.
Pay attention to your thoughts right after receiving a
sacrament and teach your child to do the same.
Perhaps this is the year for you to join us in the
formation of our young people.
Spring is a wonderful time for reflection on the beauty
of the young people in our community. Their growth in
knowledge of our loving God depends upon adults
who will lead them on their journey.
Would you be willing to be one of those adults?
Take the first step
and have a conversation with Patti Williams,
Director of Religious Education.
Contact Patti Williams for more information, 310-546-4734
or pw i l l i am s @am e ri c an m ar t y rs.org
Blessed John Paul II
American Martyrs
School
Scrip Corner
American Martyrs Gift Scrip - a perfect way to say Thank You!
For teachers, staff, coaches, volunteers, birthdays and other
occasions when you want to say "thanks for all you do."
The receiver brings the gift scrip to the scrip office and can
redeem it for any of the over 100 items we have in stock. It is
available in $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 and $100 denominations.
Sales Hours: Weekdays, 7:45am - 3:45pm (Fridays till 1:00pm)
Sunday, 7:45am - 11:30am
The Scrip office is open all summer. Our summer hours begin
June 17, the Monday after Father's Day:
Summer Hours: Mon/Tues/Thurs: 9 am - 3 pm
Wed / Fri: 9 am - 12 noon
Sunday, 7:45am - 11:30am
For special orders or information about scrip cards, contact the
scrip office, 310-545-5651 x289 / scrip@americ anma r t y rs.org.
DID YOU KNOW? Summer Safety Tips:
Questions You Need to Ask Your Child.
Summer brings a whole range of issues that affect your
ability to protect your children from sexual abuse. The
core best practice rule for child safety is to have as much
information as possible and replace blind trust with
knowledge and healthy suspicion.
That means asking questions:
Where are you going? What will you do while you are
there? Who will be with you? When will you return?
Which adults will be present?
Then evaluate the situation and determine if it is safe for
your child to participate. And, don’t be afraid to say “No”
when it is not!
For more information about “Summer Safety Tips” please
contact the Office of Safeguard the Children email:
[email protected]
For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.
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Contact Information
& Resources
SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays, 1:00pm
Pre-Baptism instruction for parents
and godparents is required.
Call 310-545-5651 for an appointment.
RECONCILIATION (PENANCE)
Tuesday: 7:00 - 7:15 am
Wednesday: 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 - 7:15 am
Saturday: 8:30 - 9 am , 4:00 - 4:30 pm
Eves of Holy Days: 4:00 - 4:30 pm
Confessions by request at anytime.
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.
PARISH FACILITIES
PARISH CENTER
Rectory
mailing address:
Parish Center
mailing address:
624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4805
P.O. Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639
310-545-5651
fax 310-545-0502
1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805
P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639
310-545-5651
fax 310-545-3971
Business Manager
Bob Hodges
[email protected]
Pastoral Council President
Gregory McGinity
[email protected]
Adult Baptism, Confirmation
& Eucharist
Deacon Derek & Terri Brown
[email protected]
Baptism Preparation
Deacon Fred & Suzie Rose
[email protected]
Funeral Planning
& Bereavement
Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea [email protected]
[email protected]
Liturgy & Worship
Deacon Derek & Terri Brown
[email protected]
[email protected]
Stephen Ministry
Deacon Dick & Patti Williams
310-545-8244
Finance Director
Pattie Johnson
[email protected]
Gym, Field & Athletics
Lou Ann Selsky
310-802-8720
Music Director
Bill Svarda
310-640-8505
Parish Center Administrator
& Facilities Coordinator
Dottie Arias
[email protected]
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm
Parish Communications
Anne Riordan
[email protected]
Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Parish Center Office and St. Kateri Room
Plant Manager
Tony Hatfield
[email protected]
(enter from Deegan Place)
Laurie Oester, Ph.D
rector [email protected]
O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room Rectory Office Administrator
(enter from O'Donnell parking lot)
Volunteer Ministry Formation
Jenny Attanasio
[email protected]
GYM - 701 15th Street
310-802-8720
Religious Education 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-546-4734
Use parking structure and crosswalk
Director, Religious Education
Patti Williams
[email protected]
th
HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17 Street
Director, Youth Ministry
Monica Leon
[email protected]
Use lower level entrance next to Gym
Director, Sunday Preschool
April Beuder
310-546-6311
Sunday Preschool Emeritus
Sr. Mary Irene Flanagan
PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street
1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559
SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street American Martyrs School
fax 310-545-3971
St. Joseph's Chapel, Spirituality Garden
Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)
A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass,
weddings, and funerals.
Please call Gigi 310-214-4851
CASA DE LOS ANGELITOS
Maternity Home, 310-325-8208
24 HOUR Pregnancy Helpline,
310-787-HELP
ARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING
LINE 800-355-2545
VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY
Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650
Principal
Camryn Connelly
American Martyrs Preschool
Director, Preschool
American Martyrs Sunday Mass
is available for TV viewing
on Time Warner Cable,
channel 165,
Sundays from 4:00-5:00pm.
There is a one week delay
in air time.
americanmartyrs.org
[email protected]
1705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805
Jeannie Wood
310-802-8149
[email protected]
J u ne 9 , 2 0 1 3 |Ten th S unday in Ordin a ry Ti m e
Gym & Field
Summer Fun For Everyone
G ym A ctivities
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, [email protected]
The fun starts June 17 - August 23
Ages 5-12
Everyone is invited to join in the FUN at the summer long sports
camps held every week at American Martyrs. The only skill required
is how to have fun! We will be having fun with games that every
kid loves to play all day long, Whiffle ball, Kickball, Capture the
Flag, water games and lots of creative games to keep your child
having fun all day long. Extended care and lunch available.
Men’s and Women’s Coed Volleyball
Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm.
Intermediate skill levels and recreational play.
Contact: John Wargnier
310-796-1058 / j o h nwargnier@americ anma r t yrs.org
FUN Director: Ravi and Staff
Fun Week 9:00am - 3:00pm - $240
Fun Week 1/2 Day (3 hrs.) - $135
Drop-In Rate - $60 per day
Gym Contact: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-0720
[email protected]
Register online at: regonline.com/amccamps
G ym & Field R entals
More info: 310-802-8720 or [email protected]
For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720
For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.
Beyond Our Parish
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR "SKYLINE GALA" - Saturday, June 22
SAVE THE DATE for the Little Sisters of the Poor
annual Dinner-Auction event.
'A Skyline Gala' will be at Keesal, Young and Logan
Law Offices on the top floor of the Union Bank
Building in Long Beach. Auction contributions are being
accepted. Call 310-548-0625 for more information.
MARYMOUNT SUMMER PROGRAMS - June 24-July 26
Enriching opportunities and academic preparation for
girls entering grades 6-10 from June 24-July 26. Morning
and afternoon programs where girls will develop the skills
necessary to be successful in the coming academic year and
experience the joy of discovering new talents, have fun and
make new friends. Marymount is also proud to offer our 2nd
annual “A Better Self for a Better World” all-girls leadership
conference on Saturday, June 8. All girls entering grades 6-8 in
the fall are welcome to attend. Visit m h s- la.org to learn more.
SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 2013
3rd Annual Grand Marian Procession, votive mass and Fiesta in
celebration of the Feast of our Lady of the Angels!
Archbishop Jose Gomez, Presider and Homilist!
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER - June 28-30
Summer is a great time to spend a weekend away together
to reconnect, and to rediscover your spouse. Weekends take
place in a local area hotel, and all sharing is private with your
spouse. A series of presentations made by married couples and
a priest teach valuable communication tools and much more!
Info and registration at www.ilovemyspouse.net or 424-777-WWME.
WELCOME! We extend our hands and hearts in Christian fellowship to you here, celebrating with us, whether long-time
residents or newly arrived to our parish. We thank God that you are with us. To become part of our Faith Community,
please fill out this form and we will mail you a Registration Card to complete and return. The Registration Card may be
dropped in the collection basket, left at the Parish Center, Rectory, mailed or faxed to 310-546-9209. Thank you!
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The U.S. bishops have called for
a F ortnight for Freedom , a two-week
period of prayer and action,
to address many current challenges
to religious liberty,
including the August 1, 2013 deadline
for religious organizations to comply
with the HHS mandate;
Supreme Court rulings that could
redefine marriage in June,
and religious liberty concerns in areas
such as immigration
and humanitarian services.
To help our parish become
better and spiritually
stronger,
we ask each adult
parishioner to complete the
Parish Survey. Thank you.
Find the link on our website.