Countdown to Pope Francis arrival to the US: 80 days!
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Countdown to Pope Francis arrival to the US: 80 days!
I L n keeping with our Cycle B year's reading theme, "struggle," our weekend readings are filled with it. The first reading gives us the words of a prophet to the nation of Israel when it was about to be engulfed by an enemy army and taken into slavery. He was among the first deportees 11 years before the rest of the nation fell, so probably this poem was written in Babylon, but addressed to the inept government still ruling in Judea. The first half of his book is an unrelenting indictment of Judea, the second half, written after Judea has fallen, is a constant encouragement for those fallen people--assuring them that God will come to the rescue. Talk about a man who struggled with his times! Paul struggles with some sort of "imperfection." Whatever it was (he doesn't say), it seemed insurmountable to him, and he prayed night and day to be relieved of it. Anyone who has stood with Paul, praying for a flaw to be taken away, knows that it just doesn't happen! God has made us as He wants us, and so it's best to make peace with ourselves and love the flaw--for it will probably turn out to be our saving grace! The Gospel is a window onto a very rough day for Jesus--rejected in His own home town--imagine going home and having your class mates and teachers all denounce you and go for your blood! Who of us, hasn't, like Ezekiel, struggled with what to say to those we love? We want to kill them one minute, then, when they are down, all we want is to help them. And, with Paul, we all long for a perfection no human can have. And with Jesus, we struggle with acceptance and rejection by those we care for. Somehow, in all of it, God is found, and blessed, and we are made whole. On this weekend of our national holiday, we see our nation struggling to be all it can be--we sometimes want to wring its neck, other times we love it! We want it perfect--but that cannot be. We struggle with accepting and rejecting, and in it all we grow, and the nation grows. Let's pray for God's guidance and grace, shall we? - Fr. Bill Axe as lecturas del Ciclo B siguen con el tema de la lucha para este fin de semana. La primera lectura nos dice sobre las palabras de un profeta de Israel cuando iba a ser aprehendido por un enemigo de guerra y llevado a la esclavitud. Él fue uno de los 11 que fueron deportados antes de la caída de Israel, y aunque el poema fue escrito en Babilonia, fue dirigido hacia el gobierno inepto de Judea. La primera parte del libro fue una acusación continua en contra de Judea, la segunda parte, después de la caída de Judea, es un ánimo continuo para quienes han caído, asegurándonos que Dios vendrá a su rescate. ¡Éste es un hombre que batalló en sus tiempos! Pablo habla de una lucha insoportable, no nos dice qué es, pero reza noche y día para ser aliviado. Quien ha estado como Pablo, rezando a que una debilidad desaparezca sabe que simplemente no se quita. ¡Dios nos ha hecho como somos, y es mejor aceptarnos y amar nuestras debilidades, puesto que pueden ser nuestra salvación! El Evangelio nos habla de un día duro para Jesús, en donde es rechazado por su tierra natal, sus compañeros y maestros lo rechazan. ¿A poco no han batallado qué decirles a quienes amamos así como Ezequiel? Un día los queremos matar y otro queremos lo mejor para ellos. Y como Pablo, todos deseamos una perfección que no podemos alcanzar. Y como Jesús, batallamos con aceptación y rechazo de parte de quienes queremos. Lo bueno es que ahí está Dios entre medio, y somos bendecidos ya que Él nos completa. Durante este fin de semana festivo, vemos que nuestro país lucha en ser todo lo mejor que puede, a veces no estamos conformes y a veces estamos tan orgullosos de nuestro país. Lo queremos perfecto, pero no puede ser así. Luchamos con la aceptación y el rechazo, y así crecemos y el país crece. Recemos por la guía de Dios y por su gracia. -Padre Bill Axe Countdown to Pope Francis arrival to the US: 80 days! ¡Faltan 80 días para que llegue el Papa a los Estados Unidos! -Alfio Mazzei -Allie Smith -Alicia Jimenez Bravo -Anabel Manriquez -Andres Luna -Archie Brown II -Arlasha Allen -Barbara Harvey -Barbara Viramontes -Bertha Antee -Carlos Antonio Vasquez -Christina Paul -Constantino Perez -Damacio Horta -Darwin Varela -Dulce Maria E. Saviñon -Dustin, Gabriel, Carmelo, and Jorge -Theresa and Marie Guillian -Devina Molette-Ford -Dominique Barksdale -Edwin Raland -Edwin Rivas -Edy Becker -Elsa Perez -Elvia Herrera -Gabriel y Miralda Tahan -Georgie Davis -Giovanni Garcia -Gladys Green -Glen Arellano -Gloria Sanguillen -Guadalupe Morales -Henre Dorsey -Jack & Michael Stokes -Jaime Rubalcava -Joan McLaughlin -Joseph & Denise Guillian -Juanita Rubalcava -Julia Ureña -Linda Guillian -Lorraine Duperon -Lucy Rodriguez -Manuela Montenegro -Maria Luna -Maria Perez -Mariana Reynoso -Martha Dorsey -Maura Fitzgerald -Michelle Porter -Miguel Alfredo Piliado --Mykhail J. Thomas -Norma Barker -Oscar Barbosa -Pam Terry -Patrick Fitzgerald -Paula Dupre Moore -Peggy Anderson -Penelope Mendoza -Rafael Segura -Raymond Almeida -Ricardo Morales -Rita N. Ashe -Ronald Mayberry -Rose Thierry -Sophie Demarcos -Sergio Villanueva -Sevarina Legaspi -Silvia Esquivel -Sylvia Smyles -Teresa Casaus -Timothy Akens -Juan Madariaga -Terry Ally Sr. -Juanita Orozco -Virginia Gadison -Nyniece Micheaou “Surrender, for in God’s hands we rest untroubled" - Lesson 194 from A Course in Miracles “To remember that you are part of God, that you are loved and lovable, is not arrogant. It’s humble. To think you are anything else is arrogant, because it implies you’re something other than a creation of God." - Marianne Williamson in A Return to Love To build and foster a Christian Community that offers the opportunity to experience God’s unconditional love and acceptance to all who come into contact with it. O ur readings this week give us an insight into what a prophet's job is. It is certainly not to get honor and fame!! We hear in the first reading and the Gospel, how God tells the prophet not to look for success but rather to be faithful to the message. A prophet who looks for success and appreciation will soon be disappointed. I think in today's world we may be called to be prophets. Can we hold high the message of peace that Christ has given us and strive to hold all people in equal light? Our world today is so broken with hatred, prejudice and ignorance. Is God asking all of us to be prophets to those we meet and help them see the path faith offers? Can we hold firm and not give in to the pressures of society? These are questions we need to ask ourselves. Hopefully we can say yes, and St. Agatha's can truly be a place of peace, acceptance and love. Have a blessed week, Sr. Karen Collier SAVE THE DATE: Parish Picnic Sunday, July 19th, 2015 At Veteran’s Park in Culver City Second Collection: San Benito We are sending $2,119.00 to San Benito, Mission in Guatemala. Thank you everyone for your contributions, your support will help the mission to continue. “The giver of alms should be free of anxiety and full of joy. His gain will be greatest when he keeps back least for him/herself.” - St. Leo the Great Construyendo y alimentando una comunidad cristiana que ofrezca la oportunidad de experimentar el amor incondicional de Dios y la aceptación a todos con quienes nos encontremos. L as lecturas de esta semana nos dan una idea del trabajo de un profeta. ¡No se trata de tener honor y fama! Escuchamos en la primera lectura y en el Evangelio, como Dios le dice al profeta que no busque al éxito, pero que sea fiel a su mensaje. Por lo contrario estaría decepcionado. Pienso que en nuestro mundo somos llamados a ser profetas. ¿Podemos poner en alto el mensaje de paz que Dios nos ha dado para lograr que todos sean tratados con igualdad? Nuestro mundo está roto con odio, prejuicio e ignorancia. ¿Será que Dios nos está pidiendo a que todos seamos profetas con quienes conocemos y ayudarles a ver el camino de la fe? ¿Podemos seguir con firmeza sin dejar que nos venzan las presiones de la sociedad? Éstas son preguntas que nos debemos hacer. Esperemos que podamos decir que sí, y que Santa Águeda sea un lugar de paz, de aceptación y de amor. Que tengan una semana bendita, Hermana Karen Collier ANOTE EL DIA: Picnic Parroquial Domingo, 19 de julio En Veteran’s Park en Culver City Segunda Colecta: San Benito Mandaremos $ 2,119.00 a San Benito, Misión en Guatemala. Gracias por sus contribuciones, su apoyo ayudará a que continúe la misión. Sunday, June 28 $ 7,920.00 Online Giving $ 838.00 Sunday, June 21 $ 7,166.50 Online Giving $ 460.00 "El que practica la caridad debe estar libre de ansiedad y lleno de alegría. Su recompensa será mayor cuando deja lo menos para sí mismo" -San León Magno Registration Dates for First Communion Fechas de Inscripciones para Primera Comunión Saturday Registrations: July 18 & 25 –St. Martin de Porres Room, 9:00 am-5:00 pm Sunday Registrations: July 26—St. Martin de Porres Room, 8:00am-2:00 pm The registration forms for the First Year are in the vestibule of the church entrance. For more information Gricelda De la Cerda at (323) 933-0963 or email her at [email protected] Inscripciones en Sábado: 18 y 25 de julio—Salón San Martin, de 9:00 am-5:00 pm Inscripciones en Domingo: 26 de julio—Salón San Martin, de 8:00am—2:00 pm Las formas de inscripción para el Primer año están en el vestíbulo a la entrada de la iglesia. Para mas información: Gricelda De la Cerda al (323) 933-0963 o por correo electrónico [email protected] Fingerprinting here at St. Agatha Toma de Huellas Digitales (Dactilares) Friday, July 10, from 12:00 -7:20 pm (Closed from 4-5 pm for dinner) To make your appointment for fingerprints, please call the Faith Formation office at (323) 933-0963. Viernes 10 de Julio de 12:00 -7:20 pm (Cerrado de 4-5pm para cenar) Por favor llame a la oficina de Formación de Fe al (323) 933-0963 para hacer su cita para tomar las huellas dactilares. How do I register my child for Confirmation? Registre a su hijo(a) a la Confirmación Once you have made a mutual decision with your (15 to 17 years old) child, make an appointment with the Office of Faith Formation: (323) 933-0963. LIMITED SPACE. Una vez que hayan estado en acuerdo ustedes y sus hijos (15 a 17 años de edad), favor de hacer cita con la oficina de Formación en la Fe: (323) 933-0963. CUPO LIMITADO A Year Encounter with the Pope Un Encuentro con el Papa In light of Pope Francis visit to the United States, we would like to create small group discussions focusing on the Pope’s message and more specifically from The Joy of the Gospel. More details to come. Anticipando la venida del Papa a los Estados Unidos, nos gustaría tener pequeños grupos de discusión sobre el mensaje del Papa, y específicamente sobre La Alegría del Evangelio. Tendremos más detalles pronto. You are invited... Estás Invitado… Formation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Monday, July 13, 2015 7PM - Guadalupe Room The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a new ministry group at St. Agatha Parish. The new group will begin formation this Monday. The presentation will be focus on the mission and essential elements of a Vincentian in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Formación de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl Lunes 13 de julio, 2015 a las 7PM - Salón Guadalupe La Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl es un nuevo ministerio en la parroquia de St. Agatha. El nuevo grupo empezará formación este lunes. La presentación se enfocará en la misión y los elementos esenciales de un Vicentino de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl. Bulletin Editor’s July 2015 Reading Lectura para Julio—Elección del Editor Pope Francis: Life and Revolution by Elisabetta Piqué Ever wonder how Pope Francis became the person he is now? Learn about our Pope, an inspirational and revolutionary life. Papa Francisco. Vida y revolución, por Elisabetta Piqué ¿Se han preguntado cómo Jorge Mario Bergoglio llegó a ser el Papa Francisco? Lean más sobre la vida de nuestro Papa, una inspiración y revolución. Night of Praise & Dinner Noche de Alabanza y Cena Saturday, August 22, 2015, From 5:00pm to 10:30pm Sábado, 22 de agosto de 2015, De 5:00pm a 10:30pm Tendremos música en ingles y en español! Vengan y disfruten de la música maravillosa!. Comenzando el próximo domingo, 28 de junio, los boletos ya están disponibles en la carpa que se encuentra atrás de a iglesia y en la oficina de la placita. Pre-venta: $20 por adulto y $10 por niño(a). En la puerta: $25 por adulto y (Niños de 5—10) $10 por niño(a) Niños menos de 5 años son GRATIS Praise with joy and enjoy the wonderful Music! Starting next Sunday, June 28, tickets will be available after each mass in the back of the church parking lot and Pastoral Center during the week. Pre-Sale: $20 per adult and $10 per child. At the door: $25 per adult and $10 per child. (5—10 years old) Children younger than 5 are FREE “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord” - Psalm 150:6 “Que todo lo que respire alabe al Señor” - Salmo 150:6 Summer Choir Concert This Wednesday, July 8, 2015 The St. Agatha Gospel Choir will be heating up your summer once again! Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road Encino CA 91436 Phone: 818-784-4515 www.hsrcenter.com July 11—Eucharistic Ministry, Contact Ruby A. "NOBODY CAN DO EVERYTHING BUT EVERYBODY CAN DO SOMETHIING" High school *** Karla G. Espinoza Guzmangraduated from Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy with recognition from president Obama for achievement of eduPlease join us in recognitionhonor-celebration and love the cational excellent. Will attend UC Merced major in English and St. Agatha church 2015 Spanish minor Psychology graduates. *** Andrea Villata graduated from Palisades high school will College attend Santa Monica College *** Rigoberto Marquez Jr. major nursing Graduated from UCLA with a *** Melissa Barrientos graduPh.D in education will work as a ated from University High professor at Columbia University School will attend Cal State Long in NY Beach and major in nursing *** Eddie and Michelle *** Cesar Gabriel graduated Graduated form Loyola Univer- from Bright Star Secondary sity in advanced pastoral liturgy Charter Academy will attend will serve St. Agatha Vanguard University California *** Enrique Reyes major business finance minor Graduated from Loyola Univer- sport science sity in parish business admini*** Angelica Reyes graduated stration will serve St. Agatha from Bright Star Secondary *** Adrian Cuvera Charter Academy honor cord for Graduated from California State being among the top ten in her University of Long Beach in class and obtaining a GPA above electrical engineer July 18—English Lectors—Contact Charlotte R. 4.0 all four years of high school will attend Cal State Fullerton, major in psychology and minor in communication *** Oscar Carreon graduated from Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy will attend Cal Poly Pomona major Criminal Justice minor Business *** Noe Carreon graduated from Hamilton High will attend El Camino College, major Fire Protection & technology *** Maria Celeste Flores graduated from Venice High will attend Cal State Northridge, major Engineering *** Laura Lopez graduated from Hamilton High will attend UC Berkley major Math Junior high school *** Simone R. Bergeron graduated from LASUD/USC/CAE silver honors received honor roll through the year received top honors in music achievement will attend Hamilton High Music Magnet School *** Nicholas Coleman graduated from St. Jerome Catholic School student council, altar sever, perfect attendance, will attend Loyola Catholic High School *** Jason Franco graduated from Emerson Middle School Mathematics and will attend University High School *** Rina M graduated from Paul Revere Middle School, St. Agatha 2015 Festival Queen, will attend Palisades High School *** Christian Culmer-Evans graduated from John Burroughs Middle School, received honor certificate gpa 3.6, will attend Hamilton High School Grammar school *** Jairo Franco graduated from Brockton School Mathmatics will attend Emerson Middle School The S.H.A.R.E. Ministry Pope Francis Corner Reflections from The Joy of the Gospel Espacio para el Papa Francisco Reflexiones de La Alegría del Evangelio “The Holy Spirit knows well what is needed in every time and place. This is what it means to be mysteriously fruitful! (280)” "El Espíritu Santo sabe bien lo que hace falta en cada época y en cada momento. ¡Esto se llama ser misteriosamente fecundos!" (280). “Works of love directed to one's neighbor are the most perfect external manifestation of the interior grace of the Spirit…. (37)” "Las obras de amor al prójimo son la manifestación externa más perfecta de la gracia interior del Espíritu..." (37). “We have to state, without mincing words, that there is an inseparable bond between our faith and the poor. May we never abandon them (48).” Help Children Be Aware "Hay que decir sin vueltas que existe un vínculo inseparable entre nuestra fe y los pobres. Nunca los dejemos solos" (48) Ayude a los niños a identificar Children have more opportunities to be out of your immediate sight during the summer. It’s important to remind your child that if another child or adult – including people they know and trust – try to touch them inappropriately they should: Say NO and GET AWAY from any person or situation that makes them feel scared, uncomfortable or confused. Tell them to TRUST THEIR FEELINGS and be sure to TELL a trusted adult. And it’s never too late to tell a trusted adult what happened. For a copy of the article called “Know the Rules…Summer Safety Tips to Teach Children” from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, [email protected]. Durante el verano hay mayores posibilidades de que los niños no estén directamente bajo su supervisión. Por eso es importante recordarles a sus hijos que si un niño o adulto – aunque sea conocido y de confianza – trata de tocarlos de manera inapropiada, ellos deben decir NO y HUIR de la persona o situación que los hizo sentir asustados, incómodos o confundidos. Diles que CONFÍEN EN SUS INSTINTOS y HABLEN con un adulto de confianza. Nunca es demasiado tarde para decirle a un adulto de confianza lo que pasó. Para obtener una copia del artículo completo del National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, escriba a: [email protected] Prevención del Suicidio 1-888-628-9454 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Bulletin Ads FREE SERVICES AT THE LIBRARY Businesses or individuals who wish to purchase a “back page” ad may do so by contacting Nettie Felix . Our bulletin is published offsite through the Mission Publications Co., and Ms. Felix is their local Advertising Sales Executive. Many varieties of ad sizes are available for your individual needs. She may be reached at (951) 202-8835 and her email: [email protected] Baldwin Hills Library provides access to online homework help, computers, and free homework printing for students in grades K-12. We also provide live demonstrations on how to use computers Monday - Thursday 3:00-5:00 pm (323) 733-1196 [email protected] WHERE THERE’S A WILL THERE’S A WAY St Agatha is a special place, where we are touched daily by God’s presence among us. Rooted in the legacy of our founding parishioners, we have become the dynamic faith community we cherish today. A gift to the future of our parish will support its spiritual richness and many good works for generations to come. Please remember St Agatha in your will or trust. For further information please contact the rectory or Richard H. Closson, Director, Trust & Estate Programs, LA Archdiocese, 213-637-7472, e-mail [email protected] or www.estateplanning.com/trustacct. Our legal title is: The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Los Angeles, A Corporation Sole for the benefit of St. Agatha Parish. Pastoral Staff Directory Sat July 4 ╬ Sábado 4 de Julio 5:30 p.m. Our Parish Family - Sunday July 5 ╬ Domingo 5 de Julio Ez 2: 2-5/ Ps 123: 1-2. 2. 3-4/ 2 Cor 12: 7-10/ Mk 6: 1-6 7:00 a.m. José Armando Covarrubias † - A petición de su familia 7:00 a.m. Juan Abel Westbrook † - A petición de su familia 7:00 a.m. Iván Pérez † - A petición de Esperanza Sánchez 8:30 a.m. Our Parish Family - 10:00 a.m. John B. Jaso † - Requested by Irene Jaso 12:15 p.m. Salvador Vera † - A petición de su familia 12:15 p.m. José Sánchez García † - A petición de Silvia Sánchez 12:15 p.m. David Zúñiga † - A petición de su familia 12:15 p.m. Jesús Estrada † - A petición de su hija Sara Rodríguez 5:30 p.m. Our Parish Family - Monday, July 6 ╬ Lunes 6 de Julio Pastoral Office (323) 935-8127 (323) 743-8127 (text messages) St. Agatha's Web: www.stagathas.org Sr. Karen Collier Parish Life Director Ext. 227 [email protected] Fr. Bill Axe Priest Ministry Ext. 223 [email protected] Dn. Ricardo Recinos Hispanic Apostolate (323) 935-1308 [email protected] Enrique Reyes Parish Business Manager Ext. 224 [email protected] (323) 933-0963 Teresa Amezcua Director of Faith Formation [email protected] Gricelda de la Cerda Faith Formation Assistant (323) 933-0963 [email protected] Emmanuel Montenegro Receptionist Ext. 221 [email protected] Maggie Arellano Youth Ministry Ext. 240 [email protected] Eddie Hilley Music Ministry Director (323) 935-2853 [email protected] Gn 28: 10-22a/ Ps 91: 1-2. 3-4. 14-15ab/ Mt 9: 18-26 Our Parish Family 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 ╬ Martes 7 de Julio Gn 32: 23-33/ Ps 17: 1b. 2-3. 6-7ab. 8b and 15/ Mt 9: 32-38 Domingo Sacalxot Coyoyo † 6:30 p.m. - A petición de Rosario Elías Wed, July 8 ╬ Miércoles 8 de Julio Gn 41: 55-57; 42: 5-7a. 17-24a/ Ps 33: 2-19/ Mt 10: 1-7 8:00 a.m. Our Parish Family Thursday July 9 ╬ Jueves 9 de Julio Gn 44: 18-21. 23b-29; 45: 1-5/ Ps 105: 16-21/ Mt 10: 7-15 6:30 p.m. Pastoral Office Hours Monday - Friday • Lunes - Viernes 10:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm Saturday • Sábado 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm Sunday: OFFICE CLOSED Servicio de Comunión Friday, July 10 ╬ Viernes 10 de Julio Gn 46: 1-7. 28-30/ Ps 37: 3-4. 18-19. 27-40/ Mt 10: 16-23 6:30 p.m. Nuestra Familia Parroquial Next Sunday Readings -Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 12, 2015 Am 7: 12-15/ Ps 85: 9-10. 11-12. 13-14 (8)/ Eph 1: 314/ Mk 6: 7-13 Mass Times / Tiempos de Misa Mon: 6:30pm (En) Tues: 6:30pm (Sp) Wed: 8:00am (En) Thurs: 6:30pm (Sp) Fri: 6:30pm (Bl) Sat: 5:30pm (En/Vigil) Sun: 7:00am (Sp), 8:30am (En) 10:00am (En/Gospel) 12:15pm (Sp) 5:30pm (En) Confession / Confesiones Welcome to St. Agatha Catholic Church! 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