Saint Bonaventure Catholic Parish

Saint Bonaventure
Catholic Parish
Our Lord Jesus Christ
King of the Universe
34th Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 25, 2012
34th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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PASTOR’S CORNER
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
We have come to the end of the Church’s Liturgical Year. Next Sunday we begin Advent, the time of preparation
for the Coming of Christ. Today is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Jesus is king
like no other. While he walked the earth 2000 years ago he had only simple clothes on his back. He did not
have a palace or royal entourage. His closest friends were fishermen and tax collectors. In today’s Gospel (John
18:33-37) Jesus is on trial for his life. Pilate asks if he is the King of the Jews. Instead of a direct answer, Jesus
asks Pilate whether this is his question or what others are saying about him. It may not look like it but Jesus
is in charge. Jesus tells Pilate that his kingdom is not here. Jesus avoids the title “king” and instead tells Pilate
that he came into the world to testify to the truth: “Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”
(John 18:37)
Are we listening to the voice of truth, the voice of Jesus the Universal King? What does Jesus say to us? From
the Cross Jesus gives his Mother to the Beloved Disciple, “Woman, behold your son…Behold, your Mother. And
from that hour the disciple took her into his home.” Blessed Mother Mary guides us to her Son if we bring her
into our home and into our lives. Then Jesus says, “I thirst.” Jesus thirsts for our souls. He wants us to be with
him forever. Saint Augustine said it well when he prayed: “God, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts
are restless until they find their rest in you.”
If we want to see Jesus on his throne, look to the Cross. Here is his earthly throne. This throne is more
magnificent than any other. On this throne, Jesus has forgiven the sins of the world. On this throne Jesus gave
us his Body and his Blood. This instrument of torture and death becomes the instrument ushering in eternal
life. Jesus crowned with thorns, crowns us with everlasting life.
Today just before we sing the “Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts…” The priest will pray to God the Father,
the following Preface:
It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation, always and everywhere to give you thanks, Lord, holy
Father, almighty and eternal God. For you anointed your Only Begotten Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, with the
oil of gladness as eternal Priest and King of all creation, so that, by offering himself on the altar of the Cross as
a spotless sacrifice to bring us peace, he might accomplish the mysteries of human redemption and, making all
created things subject to his rule, he might present to the immensity of your majesty an eternal and universal
kingdom, a kingdom of truth and life, a kingdom of holiness and grace, a kingdom of justice, love and peace.
And so, with Angels and Archangels, with Thrones and Dominions, and with all the hosts and Powers of heaven,
we sing the hymn of your glory, as without end we acclaim:
May this be our prayer of thanksgiving to God the Father for giving us his beloved Son, Jesus Christ, to lead us
to his eternal Kingdom.
SEE‛S CANDY SALE
Sundays, December 2 and 9
After Morning Masses in the Parish Hall
St. Joseph Mission will be selling Gift Certificates
and a large assortment of See’s Candy in
Christmas Wrap, perfect for holiday giving! All funds
earned go directly to missions in Kenya, Novitiate
in Ethiopia (Sr. Theresa Merandi and Cabrini Sisters), and to the
Orphan Children of India (Fr. Angelos’ orphanage project). Fundraising expenses are paid by our members. Your support is deeply
appreciated. For pre-orders or info call Jean Rustemeyer at 8420390 or e-mail [email protected].
“CATHOLICISM”
Tuesday, November 27
9:30 a.m. Place to be determined
“The Catholicism" series continues with chapter 9
– “The Fire of His Love – Prayer and the Life of
the Spirit”
Created by Fr. Robert Barron, this engaging and interesting
formational program uses the art, architecture, literature, music
and all the treasures of the Catholic tradition to illuminate the
timeless teachings of the Church.
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Orphan Children of India
First Annual Charity
GOLF
TOURNAMENT
DINNER AND AUCTION
December 3, 2012
Seacliff Country Club
Entry fee $200 includes green fees, cart, boxed lunch and catered dinner.
Registration at 9:30 a.m. Shotgun tee at 11:00 a.m.
Dinner and awards follow golf with silent and live auction.
Dinner and auction only $50. For more info visit
www.OrphanChildrenOfIndia.org
or e-mail orphanchildrenofi[email protected] or call Bill McElroy at 215-896-8513
FAMILY FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY
Sunday, December 9, 10:30 a.m. Mass
Followed by a Christmas Gathering
Duffy Center and Pavilion Area
There will be crafts and lots of Christmas cheer! Please
bring canned goods for our service
project to support the HOPE Office.
•
A ministry for families to join in
Faith, Fellowship, and Fun
•
Strengthen the community
base of families at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church
and focus on enriching our faith commitment
• Families with children of all ages are encouraged to
participate
• Provide an opportunity for older children to earn service
hours by working with younger children on various
activities
• Serve as an important link between the parish and
school families
• Activities for Family Fellowship to engage in include:
prayer services, family rosary, family picnic, retreats,
holiday festivities, food drives, service projects, etc.
Questions? Please call Lisa Williams at 316-4526
or Tiare Hotra at 349-0466.
INSTALLATION OF BISHOP KEVIN VANN
All are invited and welcome to attend the
historic events celebrating the installation of
our Fourth Bishop of Orange, Kevin Vann.
No tickets are needed for either event.
Evening Prayer will take place on Sunday,
December 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the future Christ Cathedral campus
in the Arboretum. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. You are
encouraged to arrive early for seating availability. A reception
will take place in the Welcome Center following Evening Prayer.
The Installation Mass will take place on Monday, December 20
at 2:00 p.m. at the UCI Bren events Center. Guests should be
seated by 1:00 p.m. and carpooling is strongly recommended.
A reception will immediately follow the Mass. The Installation is
expected to be over by 4:30 p.m. Please note there is no food
service at the Bren Events Center.
RECYCLE THIS WEEKEND
Bring your newspapers, aluminum cans, CRV glass and plastic
bottles (NO caps), to the bin in the parking lot. Recycling opens
Saturday 8:00 a.m. and Sunday 8:00 a.m. and closes at 4:00
p.m. both days. Please do not leave recyclable items when the
bin is not present. Proceeds benefit our sister parish
in Honduras.
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RENEW  REJUVENATE  REBUILD
Our Faith, Our Parish,
Our Church
“Reflection on the faith will have to be
intensified so as to help believers to acquire
a more conscious and vigorous adherence to
the Gospel, especially at a time of profound
change such as humanity is experiencing.”
—Pope Benedict XVI, Apostolic Letter Porta
Fidei
Dear Parishioners,
Included with the many resources available to us for the Year of
Faith, we are offering as a spiritual companion a special book
appropriately titled The Gift of Faith. In the words of Cardinal
McCarrick, Archbishop Emeritus of Washington, this is a book that
may help us to “draw closer to the more complete reality of our
existence and our journey.”
In his foreword to this book, the Cardinal also mentions: “I would
consider this book, The Gift of Faith, as a special gift of our time that
will help the faithful to experience the renewal of their own faith. The
Gift of Faith makes us search for the deeper, spiritual meaning of our
Life Journey and provides a new building block in the development
of a deeper inner spirituality.”
This excellent book is now being offered at St.Bonaventure parish
for the Year of Faith by the Families of Nazareth Movement. The
purchase of The Gift of Faith book, which has been referred to as a
“mini-catechism,” is a “double gift” because not only will its insights
into the thinking of the saints, and its real-life examples of applying
Gospel values, enrich our faith life, but the price will also contribute
to the fund-raising for our church building.
The Gift of Faith is being made available for $18 per copy, payable
to St. Bonaventure.
Prepaid orders will be taken in the parish center.
The books will be available for pick-up approximately middle of
December 2012.
For more info contact Andree Wagatha, [email protected],
812-0609, or Mary Jane Bartee, [email protected], 846-8434.
November 25, 2012
THE ANGEL TREE GIFT
PROGRAM IS BACK!
Please Bring Gifts to the
Parish Center
on or before December 16
Trees are set
up in the church
decorated with
paper angels.
Each
angel
represents
a
gift for a child or senior citizen. We
ask that you take an angel, buy a gift
for that special person, and return it
UNWRAPPED (if batteries are needed,
please include with the gift) to the
parish center where you will receive
a hand-crafted angel ornament for
your tree. When you see this angel on
your tree, you will be reminded of your
love and kindness for a child or senior.
Please share your love and be an angel
to someone less fortunate.
Legion of Mary
PILGRIM
VIRGIN
HOME
VISITATION
St. Bonaventure
Parish has had
a Pilgrim Virgin
Statue of Our
Lady of Fatima
for over 30 years.
The Legion of Mary invites you to
welcome her into your home. The
Pilgrim Virgin is a beautiful visible
reminder of our Blessed Mother
who constantly intercedes for us.
Sign up for a nine-day novena by
contacting Martha at 901-4494 or
e-mail [email protected].
A NOTE FROM THE
ENVIRONMENT TEAM
Advent is nearly upon us. Helpers
are needed to assist in the creation of
the advent environment in the church.
We will meet in the church on Friday,
November 30, 1:00 p.m. For information
please call Lynn, 714 846-3359 x 478.
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CHRISTMAS BASKETS
Sorting/Packing: Tuesday-Sunday,
December 11-16
Distribution: Monday, December 17
Christmas is just around the corner. Let us share
our gifts!
Needed Items: Hams, Hams, Hams!
Canned Items: Fruit, Vegetables, Soups, Meat,
Juices, Canned Milk
Dry Goods: Rice, Boxed Stuffing, Cereal, Powdered
Milk, Desserts
Drop Off Your Goods: Barrels will be at the doors of the church as well as in the
parish center to receive your non-perishable donations. Due to your generosity in
donating turkeys, we have no storage for hams. So, please drop off hams at the parish
hall Sunday, December 16.
Volunteers: Volunteers are always needed to pack the hundreds of pounds of fresh
fruits and vegetables into the food baskets. Questions? Call 501-2772.
God bless you for your support!
BISHOP RICKEN OFFERS
“TEN WAYS CATHOLICS CAN LIVE
THE YEAR OF FAITH”
Continued from November 4
WASHINGTON—To honor the 50th anniversary of the Second
Vatican Council and the 20th anniversary of the Catechism of
the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI has announced a
Year of Faith, starting October 11 and ending November 24, 2013. The goal is to
strengthen the faith of Catholics and draw the world to faith by their example.
Bishop David Ricken of Green Bay, Wisconsin, chairman of the Committee on
Evangelization and Catechesis of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, offers
“10 Ways Catholics Can Live the Year of Faith.” Rooted in guidelines from the
Vatican’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, some of these suggestions are
already requirements for Catholics; others can be embraced by Catholics at all times
and especially during the Year of Faith:
5. Read the documents of Vatican II. The Second Vatican Council (1962-65) ushered
in a great renewal of the Church. It impacted how Mass is celebrated, the role of the
laity, how the Church understands itself and its relationship with other Christians
and non-Christians. To continue this renewal, Catholics must understand what the
Council taught and how it enriches the lives of believers.
6. Study the Catechism. Published exactly 30 years after the start of the Council,
the Catechism of the Catholic Church covers the beliefs, moral teachings, prayer
and sacraments of the Catholic Church in one volume. It’s a resource for growing in
understanding of the faith. Another helpful resource is the U.S. Catholic Catechism
for Adults (USCCA).
7. Volunteer in the parish. The Year of Faith can’t only be about study and reflection.
The solid grounding of the Scriptures, the Council and the Catechism must translate
into action. The parish is a great place to start, and each person’s gifts help build up
the community. People are welcome as ministers of hospitality, liturgical musicians,
lectors, catechists and in other roles in parish life.
"FULFILL YOUR FINANCIAL
DREAMS THROUGH
INVESTING AND SAVING"
Men's Club Guest Speaker:
Phil Gironda, Financial Adviser
December 6
Listed in Orange
Coast
Magazine
in the top two percent of financial
advisers in Orange County for 2012,
Phil Gironda has helped those in their
early 20's as well as those in their 90's.
Come learn how to navigate these
difficult economic times to a brighter
funture. Talk begins at 7:15 p.m. in
the parish hall. Refreshments will be
provided to all.
CHRISTMAS FOR
OUR DISABLED BROTHERS
AND SISTERS
December 8
This year we will be doing something
a little different in lieu of the annual
Christmas party in the parish hall.
Senior Girl Scout Troop 2054 will be
coordinating a “Night Before Christmas”
celebration at Belles-Silcock home,
which should be a blast with food,
games, crafts, caroling and Santa!
The kids we support are of various
ages and their disabilities range from
cerebral palsy to muscular dystrophy
to terminal illnesses. For some, this
will be their first Christmas experience
ever. Getting involving is still easy and
we could sure use your help collecting:
• PILLOWS (standard), pillow cases
(white and action hero) and pillow
protectors
• SOCKS
• PAJAMAS
If you have a loved one who is disabled
and would like to join us for the party,
call Sue at 501-2772. Thank you for all
your support. Sponsored by the HOPE
Office and Girl Scout Troop 2054
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November 25, 2012
A Spirit of Thankfulness
As we wind down a festive week of feasting and family time, let’s take a moment to count up the many,
many blessings that have come our way. On behalf of the many Building Our Future … Building Our
Faith supporters and contributors, we are:
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Grateful for the bounty of food on our tables
Grateful for loved ones who have come from near and far to be with us on Thanksgiving
Grateful for the clergy who bring us the glory of the Eucharist every single day
Grateful for St. Bonaventure staff and volunteers who take care of our church and community
Grateful that our beautiful church has stood the test of time and continues to house us with
grace and comfort
Grateful that we live in a country where we are free to live and worship the way we choose
Grateful that the Lord has brought and held us together as a worshiping community
Grateful for the generosity of neighbors, friends and community members towards the building
fund and their other charitable commitments
Grateful for a living God who reveals His spirit through our good works and Christian values
Grateful for an Advent Season that will fill us with the joy of anticipation … of the ever-humble,
ever-miraculous birth of Christ
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Please join us, tickets are still available! Take a break from the
turkey leftovers and enjoy a fabulous evening with your friends at
the Fantastic Fundraiser Dinner this Friday!
DATE:
TIME:
WHERE:
COST:
Friday, November 30, 2012
6:30 p.m.
Parish Hall
$75, or two for $130 (tables also available
at a special rate)
$373,000
to go!
as of 11/9/12
Church
Renovation
Total estimated
cost: $3,100,000
$1,227,000
Total to date
Tickets on sale in the Parish Office until Wednesday.
A Prayer for Our Progress
In these final 50 days of our Phase I building fund efforts we felt
that prayer is more important than ever. As miracles go, one of our
parishioners Ed Giardini was in Hawaii recently. He went to church and
heard the priest say a beautiful prayer for renovations to their church.
So taken with it, Ed asked for a copy of it and they complied with great
delight.
And so here below you see, for the first time, our adapted Hawaiian
Renovation Prayer:
Participating Families - 1,374
“Total To Date” includes $625,000 dedicated from parish savings and
2011 PSA rebates plus 2012 PSA pledges and direct donations.
Prayer For Rebuilding And Repair Of Saint Bonaventure Catholic Church
Spirit of our Lord, be with us this day.
You have anointed us through Baptism, Called us to be a community of Faith;
Inspire us with the desire to offer prayer, time, talent, and treasure as we move
forward with our rebuilding plan to repair our Church in which we will gather to
worship and hear the word of God.
Nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ, send us forth to fulfill our mission as a
compassionate community. Support our effort to take the Gospel message to the poor, to be
the voice of those in need, to extend a warm welcome to all, to teach our young to live their
faith, and to celebrate the journey with justice, love and peace.
St. Bonaventure, please guide us through the challenge of raising the funds
to build a Church which honors your name.
Amen!
Giving thanks always and for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus
Christ to God the Father.
Ephesians 5:20
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MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday, November 25
7:30 Edith Browning, RIP
9:00 James Joyce Eacker, RIP
10:30 Elvera De Groff, RIP
12:00 Thomas O'Connell RIP
5:00 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
Monday, November 26
6:30 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
8:30 Steven La Rosa, INT
Tuesday, November 27
6:30 Pat Wastal, RIP
8:30 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
Wednesday, November 28
6:30 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
8:30 Sue Rybarczyk, RIP
Thursday, November 29
6:30 Trisha Austria, RIP
9:00 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
Friday, November 30
6:30 Poor Souls in Purgatory, RIP
8:30 Margarita Ong, RIP
Saturday, December 1
8:00 Flip Leckavich, RIP
Please pray for the recently deceased,
especially Robert Clayton and
Bryce Courtney
FUNERAL INFORMATION
Please check the parish center kiosk
or visit our parish web site http://
www.saintbonaventureparish.org.
Search “funerals.”
FAMILIES OF NAZARETH
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of
the Universe
The Cross Is Christ's Crown
"The Savior draws you to Himself,
not by His triumphant entrance to
Jerusalem, but by the Cross. It is from
the Cross that He calls you to follow
Him and to love Him as He has loved
you, 'to the end.'"
Tadeusz Dajczer, The Gift of Faith,
3rd. ed. (Ft. Collins, CO: IAMF, 2012),
154-155
For more info call Mary
Jane Bartee, 846-8434.
November 25, 2012
MASS INTENTIONS Sent to Missions and Other Apostolates
In memory of: Bunny Abate, Maureen Bellettini, Linda and Bob Bivens, Agnes Van
Cavendish, Ronald Correnti, Mary Francis, Irhonda Grover, William Edward McElroy,
William Obermeyer, Joseph O’Malley, Nolan Raboy, Michael Rinaldi,
Erl San Miguel, Bernadette A. Suico, Jose Victorino
For the intentions of: Art Bellettini, Joan Houser, Joe Lacari, Jim O’Dea, Ceola St. Amant,
Andy and Eva Talastas, Dorothy Turley
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL
Dean and Stella Albright, Michel Arotcharen, Amalia Bastita, Rudy Borgonia, Eric Burr,
Mike Callahan, Teresa Callinan, Sandy Castillo, Mrs. Chinnchi, Tim Clancy, Baby Skylar
Clark, Charlie Connors, Patrick Coponiti, Lolita Daclan, Andrew Dangl, Ryan Delcoure,
Deborah Dudley, Louis Duvic, Patrick Earley, Genevieve Ellis,Linda Ermer, Al Fallon,
John Galvin, Frank Gonzalez, Stefani Gray, Randy Harthorn, Baby Elijah Holmberg,
Mary Huffman, Mary Hunt, Kaitlyn Immig, Barry Johnson, Lisa Johnson, Wilma Jones,
Victor Jordan, Lisa and Baby Esme Justice, Jeannie Kern, Laurie Kern, Rosemary Kern,
Donna Klein, Betty Laing, Blair Lenoir, Regina and Jim Lewis, Charles Lindner, Addison
Locke, Connie Martin, Eileen Mette, Bob Miller, Baby J.J. Moisa, Angela Montano, David
Moreno, Matthew Myer, Mary Noe, Sharon Ozoskey, Jean Palombo, Steve Parker, Cecil
Parkerson, Lisa and Jennie Pedroza, Marissa Sanz, Lisa Yorath-Schiappacasse, Jeff
Scott, Abigail and Gabriel Shipley, Katherine Swift, Jim Tucker, Melanie Walker, Amber
Wallace, Sean Walsh
BENEDICTION CANCELLED
November 28
Rosary and Benediction have been cancelled this Wednesday due to Religious
Education Family Penance Service
SCRIPTURE READINGS
Sunday, November 25: Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Daniel 7:13-14/ Psalm 93:1-2,5/ Revelation 1:5-8/ John 18:33-37
Monday, November 26
Revelation 14:1-3,4-5/Psalm 24:1-6/ Luke 21:1-4
Tuesday, November 27
Revelation 14:14-19/Psalm 96:10-13/ Luke 21:5-11
Wednesday, November 28
Revelation 15:1-4/ Psalm 98:1-3,7-9/ Luke 21:12-19
Thursday, November 29
Revelation 18:1-2,21-23;19:1-3,9/ Psalm 100:1-5/ Luke 21:20-28
Friday, November 30 – Saint Andrew, apostle
Romans 10:9-18/ Psalm 19:2-5/ Matthew 4:18-22
Saturday, December 1
Revelation 22:1-7/ Psalm 95:1-7/ Luke 21:34-36
Sunday, December 2 – First Sunday Of Advent
Jeremiah 33:14-16/ Ps 25:4-5,8-10,14/ 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2/
Luke 21:25-28,34-36
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
The mission of Religious Education is to help
the children of our parish encounter Jesus
Christ and to support and encourage the
Catholic faith that is lived in the family. We serve children from
preschool through 8th grade, including children with special
needs. Call 846-1187 or e-mail [email protected].
RE Family Penance Services:
In preparation to begin our Advent season, we will be
having penance services:
November 27, 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the church
November 28, 4:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. in the church
There WILL be class on these days.
Students will check in with their teachers
and then be walked over to the Penance
Service as a class.
All families are encouraged to attend
and take this opportunity to spiritually
prepare for Christmas.
STEWARDSHIP
““O Lord, who has mercy upon all, take away from
me my sins, and mercifully kindle in me the fire of
the Holy Spirit. Take away from me the heart of
stone, and give me a heart of flesh, a heart to love
and adore Thee, a heart to delight in Thee, to follow and enjoy
Thee, for Christ’s sake. Amen.”
---Saint Ambrose of Milan (339-397)
SELF-HELP INTERFAITH PROGRAM (SHIP)
for Homeless
Uncle Ship Needs You
Self Help Interfaith Program (S.H.I.P.) Shelter program will
be arriving at St. Bonaventure beginning December 29 and
depart January 19. For the three weeks we will be hosting
the program, we will need volunteers to serve as overnight
supervisors, provide a dinner each night and donate a variety
of drink and food items for breakfasts and lunches. Donations
for special needs are also welcome. Sign ups will be held after
all Sunday masses, including the 5:00 Vigil December 1-2 and
8-9. For information contact Baron Coenen at 714-236-3152.
HOPE OFFICE NEEDS BAGS
The HOPE Office is in need of your used, clean plastic and
paper grocery bags. The bags are used for distributing food to
our less fortunate brothers and sisters. Please drop them off
anytime Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
in the HOPE Office.
YOUTH MINISTRY
“Empowering young people to live
as disciples of Jesus Christ in our world!” Join us for Life Teen
Mass Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
LAS POSADAS: CHRISTMAS SOCIAL!
Come join us for a Life Night
Sunday, December 9
After 5:00 p.m. Mass!
All Teens welcome (Grades 9-12)
For a Fun Night of
Faith, Friends, Fun and Food!
6:15-8:00 p.m.
Confirmation Classes
Year One: Sunday, December 2, 3:00 p.m., parish hall
Topic: Outward Signs, Jesus in the Sacraments
Year Two: Sunday, December 9, 3:00 p.m., parish hall
Topic: Sacrament of Confirmation
Sunday: Teen Mass as always at 5:00 p.m. in the church
Monday: SALTeens 6:00-7:30 p.m. in YM office
Tuesday: LT Liturgy Prep, 5:00-6:00 p.m. in YM office
Tuesday: Youth Gathering, 6:00-8:00 p.m. in YM office
Life Teen Petition of the Week
For the Holy Spirit to flood our hearts that we will be
transformed by the grace and fruits He gives us.
SAINT BONAVENTURE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
FOCUSES ON A YEAR OF FAITH
Since 2008, St. Bonaventure Catholic School's faculty,
students, staff, students, parents, and grandparents have
gathered each October and each May to pray the Rosary for
the special intentions of the community, including the recovery
from illness and the repose of the souls of family, friends and
community members, for the clergy and for the safety and
faith formation of students. Many attending the rosary said
that they were dedicating their rosary to military, tragedies
throughout the world, and a focus on our year of faith. 3rd
Grade Students along with Mrs. Switzer led the congregation in
song including Immaculate Mary, the Magnificat, and Ave Maria.
A slide show of images of the Blessed Mother and
illustrations of the Joyful Mysteries drawn by students,
was projected onto a screen behind the altar.
“FRESH AND EASY”
STORE RECEIPTS NEEDED!
Please save any FRESH AND EASY store
receipts from now through December 30 and turn them in to the
St. Bonaventure School office. The school receives cash back
on any receipts we collect. Please place your receipts in an
envelope labeled Fresh and Easy receipts. Questions? Please
call Irene Hennessy at 287-2224. Thank you for supporting
Catholic Education.
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November 25, 2012
PAGINA DE LA COMUNIDAD HISPANA
CRISTO REY
En 1917 México recibió una nueva Constitución en
la cual se estableció una política de intolerancia
religiosa, especialmente en contra de la Iglesia
Católica Romana. Con el pasar de los años las
normas anticlericales fueron puestas en vigor
hasta el punto que algunos mexicanos piadosos y
cristianos decidieron defender su religión.
En marzo de 1925 estos mexicanos católicos
fundaron la Liga Nacional para la Defensa de la
Libertad Religiosa, en el mismo mes en que el
papa Pío XI proclama la Fiesta de Cristo Rey,
celebrada el último domingo del año litúrgico.
Inspirados por el grito de “¡Viva Cristo Rey!”, los
fieles se convirtieron en Cristeros, muchos de los
cuales dieron su vida por Cristo, demostrando así
que Jesús es verdaderamente el Rey de sus vidas.
La Cristiada duró sólo tres años en México y muchos sacerdotes, religiosas, religiosos,
laicas y laicos dieron su vida para la gloria de Cristo Rey en México. Con el tiempo
muchos cristianos y cristianas han debido repetir el martirio de los Cristeros en países
de Centro y Sudamérica. El siglo XX derramó mucha sangre cristiana en Latinoamérica.
“¡Viva Cristo Rey!” —Fray Gilberto Cavazos Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
EDUCACION
RELIGIOSA
La
misión
de
Educación Religiosa es ayudar a
los niños de nuestra parroquia a
encontrar a Jesus y apoyar y encausar
la fe Católica que vive en la familia.
Servimos desde el prescolar y hasta
el grado 8, incluyendo a los niños con
necesidades especiales. Llamar al 8461187 o correo electronico religioused@
stbonaventure.org.
Martes 11 de Diciembre:
Las Posdas
HORAS DE OFICINA EN
ESPAÑOL
Susan Robles, Recepcionista
Martes 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Miercoles 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Jueves 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Domingo 7:30-1:30 p.m.
BAUTIZOS
CLASES PRE-BAUTISMALES
Tercer Domingo del Mes
a las 11:00
INMACULADA
CONCEPCION DE LA
SANTISIMA
VIRGEN MARIA
Vigilia
Viernes 7 de Diciembre
6:30 p.m.
Tendremos Misa en Español.
Recuerden que es dia de precepto
y obliga la Misa.
Tienen que registrarse en la oficina.
Deberán asistir los Padres y Padrinos.
Los Padrinos deberán estar casados
por la Iglesia Catolica. Para poder tomar
la clase deberán estar registrados y
haber llenado y entregado las formas
en la oficina antes del dia de la clase.
No pueden registrarse y tomar la clase
el mismo dia. Deberán llegar a tiempo,
si la clase ya ha comenzado no se les
admitira.
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: Apo 14:1-3, 4b-5; Lc 21:1-4
Martes: Apo 14:14-19; Lc 21:5-11
Miércoles: Apo 15:1-4; Lc 21:12-19
Jueves: Apo 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a;
Lc 21:20-28
Viernes: Rom 10:9-18; Mt 4:18-22
Sábado: Apo 22:1-7; Lc 21:34-36
Domingo: Jer 33:14-16; Sal 25 (24); 1
Tes 3:12 — 4:2; Lc 21:25-28, 34-36
Primer Domingo del Mes durante la
Misa de 1:30 p.m.
BODAS
Deben comunicarse a la oficina con por
lo menos seis meses de anticipación
antes de hacer los preparativos para
su recepción.
BODAS EN COMUNIDAD
Se invita a las parejas que estén viviendo
juntos y que tengan el deseo de recibir
el Sacramento del Matrimonio, que
quieran casarse por la Iglesia tenemos
el programa de Bodas en Comunidad.
Los interesados favor de comunicarse
con Carmen Bermudez, 421-3716.
QUINCEAÑERAS
Deben comunicarse a la oficina con por
lo menos seis meses de anticipación
antes de hacer los preparativos para
su recepción. Deberán pertenecer
y estar registrados en la parroquia.
Deberán estar tomando las clases para
Confirmación.
November 25, 2012
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VIETNAMESE COMMUNITY’S PAGE
Lễ Chúa Ki-tô Vua
Tháng 11 – Cầu cho các linh hồn
Các hoạt động của cộng đoàn
Việt Nam trong tháng 12
Đại nhạc hội Giáng Sinh hàng năm của
giáo xứ sẽ diễn ra vào tối thứ 6 ngày 14
tháng 12 với sự trình diễn của tất cả các ca
đoàn trong giáo xứ.
Đêm nhạc hội Giáng Sinh của cộng đoàn
Việt Nam sẽ diễn ra vào thứ 6 ngày 21
tháng 12 ngay sau thánh lễ lúc 6 giờ chiều.
Tĩnh tâm mùa Vọng vào tối thứ 3 ngày 18
tháng 1
Lễ Vọng Giáng Sinh vào tối thứ 2 ngày 24
tháng 12 lúc 7h30.
Đại Lễ Giáng Sinh vào lúc 3h30 chiều ngày
thứ 3, 25/12
THÔNG BÁO
Sinh hoạt Hội Đền Tạ Đức Mẹ tháng 11
Đức Mẹ sẽ đến thăm các gia đình sau đây:
Cha Quản nhiệm kêu gọi những ai có lòng
nhiệt huyết và sự năng động để cùng Cha
tham gia nhóm Đức Tin. Nhóm sẽ vạch
ra các hoạt động của cộng đoàn trong
năm Đức Tin nhằm nâng cao niềm tin
vào Thiên Chúa và Giáo Hội, học hỏi
thêm về công đồng Vaticano II và sách
Giáo Lí Hội Thánh Công Giáo. Xin liên
lạc với Cha quản nhiệm để tham gia.
Gia đình: Ông Bà Lê Đình Chiếm
Gia đình: Ông Bà Đinh Hồng Nghị
Gia đình: Ông Bà Vũ Thị Vui
Quý gia đình nào muốn đón rước Đức Mẹ
Xin liên lạc với chúng tôi
Số phone: (714) 897-1387
Chân thành cảm ơn Cha, ông Chủ Tịch và
Cộng Đoàn
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QUESTION AND ANSWER
Q: What is meant by “Ecumenical Council” and why was the
Council called?
The church as “Mystery”
A: Going back to the Reformation, triggered in large part by Martin Luther, this
was a time in history when most priests had little or no theological expertise.
This was simply due to the Church not yet having the seminary system that
educated her priests. At the Council of Trent (1545-1563), the Roman Church decided
it would build seminaries for the training of priests and develop a huge compendium of
questions and answers about the faith (the catechism). That particular catechism was
designed as a kind of defense against a Protestant Revolt ever happening again.
As a result, however, the Church developed a rigid mentality, seeking security in
a set of certain propositions that Catholics had to believe or be damned. It was not
a mentality that was at all open to dialogue, or to a gentle seeking after the truth by
folks who believed in Jesus but might have differing views on how they might follow
him. No. The Roman Church became more and more like a bank, with a vault full of
unchangeable truths, and a team of officers and guards to watch over it. The church
even had a special term for it: ‘the deposit of faith.’
Vatican II would change all this by its discussions of the Church as ‘mystery.’ The
Church of Christ is more than a mere human organization. It is not like the Boy or Girl
Scouts, which were begun by humans and guided by humans. No, we, as Roman
Catholics believe that the Church was divinely founded and continues to be guided
by the presence of the Holy Spirit. As such, it is more than simply a human reality. It
is, in the words of the Fathers, truly a mystery – a combination of the human and the
divine. In this sense, then, the use of the word ‘mystery’ is recognition of this fact. God
is present in the Church and the infinity of God simply transcends the human’s ability to
have all the answers. Describing the Church as ‘mystery’ leads to a humble approach
in our search for the truth and a certain tentativeness in our journey toward the fullness
of truth, who is God. This means we can no longer claim to have all the answers.
However, this fact should not trouble us. It is simply an acceptance of humanity, a
humanity lovingly fashioned by its God.”
…to be continued next week – Church as a ‘Sacrament”
ST. BONAVENTURE FINANCIAL REPORT
Fiscal Year July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013
Mass Offering, November 10-11, 2012
Plate (Cash) Offering
$3,255.00
Cash in Envelopes
$3,137.00
Checks (Mailed and in Basket)
$17,895.00
EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer)
$5,495.00
Total Offering
$29,782.00
Budget
$29,211.00
Surplus
$517.00
Parish Statistics as of November 11
Registered Households
4,935
Envelopes Issued
2,289
Envelopes Used
693
Thank you for your sacrificial giving. —Fr. Joe
“Of everything you give me, I will faithfully return a tenth part to you.” (Genesis 28:22)
November 25, 2012
PARISH MISSION
STATEMENT
As Christian stewards, our
mission is to proclaim the Gospel
of Jesus Christ to all people
through word, sacrament, service,
and community life.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING
Rights and Responsibilities
The dignity of the human person
is what gives us the framework for
understanding our human rights. Human
dignity is respected and the common
good is fostered only if human rights
are protected and basic responsibilities
are met. Every human being has a
right to life, the fundamental right that
makes all other rights possible, and a
right to access those things required
for human decency – food and shelter,
education and employment, health care
and housing, freedom of religion and
family life. The right to exercise religious
freedom publicly and privately by
individuals and institutions, along with
freedom of conscience, needs to be
constantly defended. In a fundamental
way, the right to free expression of
religious beliefs protects all other rights.
Corresponding to these rights are duties
and responsibilities – to one another, to
our families, and to the larger society.
(from Forming Consciences for Faithful
Citizenship #49)
Food for thought … more to follow!
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
You can use them immediately! This is a
major fund-raiser for the Project Gracias
Mission Group which helps support
our sister parish in Urraco Pueblo,
Honduras. Purchase your book at the
parish center for $35.
COFFEE AND DONUT
MINISTRY
Nov 25: No donuts
(Thanksgiving)
Dec 2: Served by Spanish Ministry
Dec 9: Served by RCIA
Dec 16: No donuts (HOPE Food Drive)
Saint Bonaventure
Catholic Parish
16400 Springdale Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714-846-3359, FAX 840-0480
[email protected]
www.saintbonaventureparish.org
Parish Center
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed for lunch Mon–Fri,12:00–1:00 p.m.
Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Sunday, 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Español, x340
Martes a Jueves, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Domingos, 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Pastoral Staff
Pastor Rev. Joseph Knerr
Parochial Vicars
Rev. Angelos Sebastian
Rev. Thanh-Tai Nguyen
Rev. Rod Keller, Retired, In Residence
Rev. John Block, Retired, In Residence
Deacons
Jim Andersen, Scott Ford, Son Hoang,
Vincent Tran
Bulletin Editor
Cindy Turley, x462
[email protected]
Business Manager
Nancy Cesar, 846-2447
[email protected]
Facilities Manager
Linda Garofalo, 840-2845
[email protected]
Facilities Scheduler
Celia Lee, x495
[email protected]
Music Director
J. Wingate Greathouse, x497
[email protected]
Pastor's Secretary and Safety Manager
Phyllis Vecchione, x499
[email protected]
Receptionists, x0
Carol McDermott, Fran Hay, Susan Robles
Safe Environment Coordinator
Carol McDermott, x461 or x0
[email protected]
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil
English
5:00 p.m.
Vietnamese
6:30 p.m.
Sunday
Organ and Cantor
7:30 a.m.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word 9:00 a.m.
Adult Choir
10:30 a.m.
Contemporary Choir
12:00 p.m.
Spanish
1:30 p.m.
Life Teen
5:00 p.m.
1st and 3rd Sundays Sign Language
Weekdays
Monday-Friday
6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m.
Friday, (Vietnamese)
7:15 p.m.
Saturday
8:00 a.m.
Holy Days of Obligation as announced
Prayer and Devotion
Education and Formation
Adult Formation and Education, x478
[email protected]
Lynn Hearn, Director
Christian Initiation of Adults, x462
[email protected]
Cindy Turley, Secretary
Religious Education, 846-1187
[email protected]
Preschool through Jr. High
Laraine Soulé, Director
Debbie Doke, Associate Director
Office Hours: Monday 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Wednesday 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Friday-Saturday closed
Open for Sunday School during 9:00 Mass
Closed for lunch 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Adoration of the Eucharist
Weekdays 7:00-8:15 a.m.
Saturdays 7:30-9:00 p.m.
24-hour adoration the 7th of each month
St. Bonaventure School, 846-2472
[email protected]
Kindergarten through 8th
Judy Luttrell, Principal
Janice Callender, Vice Principal
Colleen Hoffmann, Business Manager
Morning Prayer: Weekdays 6:00 a.m.
Vietnamese Religious Education
Rosary: Weekdays 7:50 a.m.,
Saturday 7:30 a.m.
Văn Phòng Giáo Lý, x834
[email protected]
Theres Tran, L.H.C., Director
Youth Ministry, 840-6060
[email protected]
High School, Life Teen, Rite of Confirmation
Kelli Burr, Director
Miranda Montiel, Secretary
Office Hours: Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Monday-Wednesday, 2:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Rosary and Benediction
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., (English)
First Friday, 6:45 p.m., (Vietnamese)
Divine Mercy Chaplet
Weekdays after the 8:30 a.m. Mass and
Saturdays after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
Sacraments
Anointing of the Sick, x0
Available anytime on request
Administered on the second Saturday of the
month at the 8:00 a.m. Mass
Baptism, x0
Contact the parish center.
Funerals and Bereavement, x359
Call Parish Center
Holy Orders and Religious Life, x499
Those discerning God’s call to priesthood,
diaconate or religious life call Fr. Joe Knerr
Marriage, x495
Contact Celia Lee at least six months prior
to proposed wedding date.
Reconciliation (Confession)
Saturdays 8:30 a.m., 3:30 and 8:00 p.m.
Thursdays before First Fridays 9:15 a.m.
Parish Ministries
Eucharistic Ministry, x0
To the Sick and Homebound
H.O.P.E. Office, 846-3831
[email protected]
Geraldine “Gerry” Saitta, Director
Emergency food and clothing
Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Pastoral Council, x305
[email protected]
Pastoral Visitation to the Sick, x0
Linda Wright, Coordinator
Prayer Line, x506
For daily remembrance of prayer needs
Respect Life
Ann Conway, Team Leader, 840-7523
Lynn Hearn, Coordinator, 846-3359x478