Ministry in Community - St. Anastasia Catholic Church
Transcription
Ministry in Community - St. Anastasia Catholic Church
St. Anastasia Catholic Church Fourth Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2012 7390 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045 Phone: 310-670-2243 ♦ Fax: 310-670-5052 Website: www.st-anastasia.org E-mail: [email protected] Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Fourth Sunday of Advent: The Gospel today tells of the Virgin Mary, pregnant herself, hurrying off to help her cousin Elizabeth. The model of good stewardship, she who had given herself to bear the Savior gave her time and love to others as well. Dear parishioners, "Glory to God in the highest" In this year of faith, the song of the angels can perhaps open a new door of perspective for us. While the Birth in Bethlehem was seemingly not all that extraordinary, it was the message of the Angels that awakened in the shepherds a desire to "go and see", to "find out" , to "ponder the mystery". It was the overwhelmingly joyful announcement that stirred their hearts and minds. To grow as a people of faith, we must be centered always on the announcement, on the message. In examining more closely the word, our faith is inspired, it awakens, it sees things anew and differently, it brings a change in perspective. Our faith becomes perfected. It is precisely in such an endeavor that we are caught up in the glory of God and encounter the grace of salvation. It leaves us no choice but to take up the mission of proclaiming the message in an everyday change of heart because God loves us with an infinite love. The message of Bethlehem is the message of faith! Merry Christmas! Your priests, Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales, Father Tom King, Msgr. Royale Vadakin, P.A., Msgr. Gregory Cox LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER … For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers … Please let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray. We’ll keep/remove their name(s) as requested, after the first few weeks. Msgr. Gonzales Danny Welchhance Alfredo Casillas Diana Guerra Jessica Schaffhausen Brenda Rooney Vicki Garcia Barbara DeVico Juan J. Morales Juan J. Morales, Jr. Johann Hudson Lysa Dennehy Lorraine Crothers Agnes Mocsny Gerry Oakley Maggie Kohly Carla Roberts Peter Heredia Jack Muñoz Michael Jones Fran Wilkerson John Swanson George Rader Roy Sheraden Sam Solter Larry Lovett Ursula Lovett Jorden Aponte Tom Tyrrell Shareen Hakim Maxine & Stuart Liebman Matthew Salvo Sherry Stevens Bernice Cubie George Galip Ethel Curry Kim Calimlim Mary Witteman Jose Gutierrez Ed Kwinn Benita Bicarme Lucille Burk Delgado Randy Huartson Martha Keglevich Jody Bruno Cathy Lee Bertha Marcinkus Jeanne Ahern Derek Comes Luanne Sinski Peggy Keelaghan Helen Grisby Steven Appleldorn Pauline Runyan Thomas Gavelda Sgt. Shawn Dorton Catherine Fleming Silvana Shinsato Nicole Shinsato Delphine Gonzalez Bob Sapien Brittany Gunnell Bruce Randall Angelo Aparicio Jocelyn Cotlon Michelle Anaya Julietta Anaya Jude Keith Hebert Lisa Carfano Cathy Lee Harold Washington Jr Tim Mueller Vicky Duvon MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK 7:30 AM VINCE CARSILLO 9:00 AM THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA ♦ 10:30 AM JOE HARRIS 12:00 PM DORATA DOMANTAY 7:30 PM MSGR. GONZALES ♦ MON., 12/24 6:30 AM ELEANOR AND LEO ONGAPIN 8:00 AM LEOPOLDO & JOSEPHINE PEREA CHRISTMAS EVE 4:00 PM CHILDREN’S MASS-PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 5:30 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 12:00 AM MIDNIGHT MASS—PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS CHRISTMAS DAY TUE., 12/25 7:30 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 9:00 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 10:30 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 12:00 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS 7:30 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS SUN, 12/23 WED., 12/26 6:30 AM 8:00 AM THURS., 12/27 6:30 AM 8:00 AM FRI., 12/28 6:30 AM. 8:00 AM. SAT., 12/29 8:00 AM. 5:30 PM. LOUIS GARCIA VICTOR PAGDANGANAN MARK DIETRICH JOHN J. O’CONNOR JR. REV. JOSEPH GAMM CHARLES BLOMER AUGUSTO CAMACHO LISA CARFANO ♦ Birthday — Anniversary ♥ — Memorial — Support ♦ Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Reflection on Today’s Readings: Focus: The New Covenant lives on in us. Mary responded yes to the request of God to bear His Son. Jesus responded yes to the will of the Father and gave His life for the sake of humankind. We, too, are invited to be part of the New Covenant that Jesus established. We say yes when we act out of love toward those around us and reach out to those in need throughout the world. Liturgy of the Word: The prophet Micah declares that a new leader for Israel will come from Bethlehem and will rule in the name of the Lord. In the Gospel, Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, names Mary the mother of the Lord. In Hebrews, we hear that Jesus, by His obedience to God the Father, is the one sacrifice of the New Covenant that sanctifies us. Next Week - Celebrating Our Faith Sat. Dec. 29th & Sun., Dec. 30th, 2012 - Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph Celebrants: Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Vadakin Fr. Tom Fr. Tom Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox Masses: Sat: 5:30 pm. Sun: 7:30 am. Sun: 9:00 am. Sun: 10:30 am. Sun: 12:00 Noon Sun: 7:30 pm. The Family Visitation Ministry Offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243. Traveling Holy Family - Family 1 Libby DuBay 12/23/12 Melinda & Mark Hage 12/30/12 Traveling Holy Family - Family 2 Chris & Jennifer Kaczor 12/23/12 Ana & Anselmo Guardado 12/30/12 Join Us for a Marriage Enrichment Program for Couples Married 0-5 Years Fridays of: Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 22, Apr 26, May 31, June 28 St. Basil’s Catholic Church 3611 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, 90005 7:00 – 10:00 To register contact Candy Metoyer, Office of Family Life, Archdiocese of Los Angeles at:[email protected] or call: 213.637.7250 Cell: 310.990.3917 Cell: 310.614.5626 319 1/2 W. Arbor Vitae St., Inglewood, CA 90301 Libreria Catolica (Catholic Book Store) Caminando con Jesus (Walking with Jesus) Gift Shop Adriana & Denise We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical passages that will be proclaimed at all Masses next Sunday: Reading 1: Reading 2: Gospel: Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 Col 3:12-21 Lk 2:41-52 SATURDAY CONFESSIONS: 3:30 - 5 pm & 7:30 - 8 pm ** Msgr. Vadakin ** To Receive Holy Communion, (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound) Please call Gloria Bowen, 310-670-5971, Eucharistic Minister to the sick. To have the name(s) included in our prayers, please call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243. HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A PRIEST? Visit: www.lavocations.org O Come, Long Foretold O come, Desired of nations, Whom priest and prophet long foretold Will break the captive fetters, Redeem the long-lost fold. Dear Savior, haste; come, come to earth, Dispel the night and show your face, And bid us hail the dawn of grace. [- Simon J. Pellegrin (1663-1745), Tr. by Mary of St. Philip (1825-1904)] St. Bernard High School Open House and more… Financial Aid: Information night, Wed., Jan. 9, 2013 Open House: For parents and students, Sat., Jan. 26, 2012 from 1 to 4 pm. Placement Tests: Given at SBHS, on Sat., Jan. 26, and Sat., Feb. 9, 2013. For information and questions, Please call 310-823-4651 or visit: www.stbernardhs.com. Ministry in Community … 3 Ways to Celebrate Mass More Fully Central to our Catholic faith is the liturgy - the Mass and sacraments. It is here that we are formed in the Christian life. Throughout this Year of Faith, participating fully at Mass helps us grow in faith and nourishes a strong belief in God. Arrive at Mass a few minutes early and spend time in silent prayer, opening your heart to God. Christ is really and truly present in several aspects of the Mass. He is present in the Presider, in the Word that is read from the Sacred Scriptures, and in the community gathered as Christ’s body. He is present most fully in the Holy Eucharist. Really greet Jesus in all aspects of Mass. Sit in a different section of the Church each week and notice how this gives you a unique perspective of the Mass. Greet the new faces around you. If a family with young children is sitting near you, welcome and praise them for their presence. Safety tips for parents traveling with children - Traveling with kids during the holidays can be a challenge, especially with the added worry of safety thrown into the mix. Here are some suggestions parents can use to help ensure their children’s safety while traveling: 1. Prior to leaving on your holiday, remind children about your family safety procedures for dealing with strangers and what to do if they get lost. 2. Keep a recent photo of children handy, also a photocopy of passports kept in a safe place or with a relative that can fax it to you in case of loss. 3. If you label children’s clothing, make sure the label is inside so strangers are not able to learn child’s name. For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at (213) 637-7650. FACT OF LIFE 100 Newborns Saved By Safe Surrender Program Families, firefighters and hospital staff joined Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe at Grand Park [November 27] for a ceremonial candle lighting to honor the 100 newborns who were given a chance at a happy and healthy life thanks to the Safe Surrender program. “In 2001, the Safe Surrender program began in Los Angeles County. Eleven years later, I am so proud that 100 infants have been saved and new families have been created,” said Supervisor Knabe. “While it is difficult to ‘celebrate’ a baby being given up, when we consider what the alternative could have been, we recognize the courage it took for a mother, who found herself in a desperate situation, to make a better choice for her child.” . . . “This year alone, 11 newborns have been given a second chance at life and hope for a bright future because of the Safe Surrender program,” said Supervisor Knabe. “As word spreads about the program, mothers in desperate situations can make the right choice for their babies because of Safe Surrender.” . . . Established in 2001, the Safe Surrender program allows a parent or legal guardian to confidentially hand over an infant, three days old or younger, to any hospital emergency room, fire station or other designated Safe Surrender site, as long as the baby has not been abused or neglected. As of November 28, 100 newborns have been safely surrendered. Source: Don Knabe, Supervisor Los Angeles County L.A. County Safe Surrender Program: www.babysafela.org Christmas Mass Schedule: Monday, Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve 4 pm - Children’s Mass 5:30 pm. - Vigil Mass Midnight Mass at 12 Tuesday, Dec. 25th, Christmas Day (Regular Sunday Mass Schedule) 7:30, 9 & 10:30 am, 12 NN and 7:30 pm. Advent Wreath Lighting and Reflection: The Season of Advent is soon upon us. Advent is the season of waiting for Jesus’ coming. During this season we focus on being ready to receive Christ. Sat., 12/22 - 5:30 pm. Roges Family Sun., 12/23- 7:30 am - The Kozlowski’s 9:00 am - Galanti Family 10:30 am - Ronay Family 12:00 NN - Robertson Family The Christmas flower envelopes are in the Vestibule and by the doors. Your flower contributions help to defray the cost of decorating our church for Christmas. Make this donation in memory of a loved one, or for a particular intention. Drop them in the collection basket or at the Rectory. Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith… Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 23rd, 2012 Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. - Luke 1:42 ATTENTION All Poets, Grades K - 8: St. A’s is, once again, holding a poetry contest for all students in the parish, grades K thru 8. You don’t need to be a student at this school to enter. The theme is Our Amazing World and the entry deadline is January 31, 2012. There are cash prizes! Please take a flyer as you leave the Church if you are interested. For more information, contact Laura Bess at [email protected]. 2013 Calendars are available in the Vestibule. Please take one per family! Living Faith for Kids Rouse your power, And come to save us. Psalm 80:3 _________________________________________________________________________________________ Without power, a savior could not do much help. And we need help. We need help to deal with sin and the fear and shame that comes with it. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can help us overcome those things and become the people God wants to be. Do you want that help? Advent is a good time to see how much we need a savior and how much we want help. Parish Ball and Silent Auction The will be held on March 9, 2013 at the Westin Hotel LAX in Los Angeles. We are asking our Parish members, neighboring businesses and families to support St. A’s Catholic School by donating an item or service to the Silent Auction or by becoming an Event Sponsor. If you would like to donate to our fundraising event, please contact Jackie Aguilera at [email protected] or 310.772.9549. This is a great way for local businesses, neighbors and friends to market their services to our community families while contributing to St. Anastasia Catholic School - a worthy cause. No contribution is too small! REMINDERS ! ♦ The Rectory Office will be closed Mon., Dec. 24th and Tue., Dec. 25th. Will resume Wed., Dec. 26th! ♦ Next, Sunday, Dec. 30th, the monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing will take place after the 12 Noon Mass. All couples married during the month of December are welcome! ♦ Tuesday, January 1st there will be one Mass at 9:00 a.m. This is not a Holy Day of Obligation ¨Monday, January 31st and Tuesday January 1st the Rectory office will be closed. ♦ Sunday, January 6th, Epiphany For more information on any of these events and activities, please call 310.670.2243 Come, Lord Jesus; come, and set us free. ________________________________________________________________________________ Micah 5:1-4 * Psalm 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 Hebrews 10:5-10 * Luke 1:39-45 A non smoking woman of the St. Anastasia Prayer Group is looking for a room to rent ASAP. Please call Eileen @ 310 425 6216 St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-670-2243 Office 310-670-5052 Fax Website: www.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected] SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30AM & 8:00AM First Friday: 6:30AM, 8AM, 11AM (School in session) Saturday: 8:00AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30PM Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 10:30AM, 12 & 7:30PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30PM Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8:00AM, 11AM (during the School year) & 7:00PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30PM-5:00PM & 7:30-8:00PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30AM- 9:30AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of family BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243 or Fred & Esmeralda Balsz @ 679-9119. MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243. R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory. Funerals: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory Office, 310-670-2243. LITURGICAL MINISTRIES Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971 Jan & Herb Masi... .............. 641-2819 Ministers of the Word ......... Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon .......... .............. 670-1298 Pat Hendon .......... .............. 337-9191 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz ..... .............. 337-7213 Altar Servers Ed Charette .......... .............. 823-3118 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... .............. 641-4194 PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A. Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Catrina Grove-Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Karl Altergott PTO-Parent Teacher Organization Betsy Sichi ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected] PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement …………….....670-2243 Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891 Prayer Group—English Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105 Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175 Ben Oakley………………….670-2771 Social Justice Elizabeth O’Neill……….213-595-1533 Respect Life Jim & Nancy Taylor ............. 645-7671 Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243 Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243 St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram ........................... 645-1140 Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert’s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417 Holy Helpers Tiffany Warner………………422-8619 Will Haas……………….818.419-5817 St. Margaret’s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208 Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo ...................... 306-9390 Adopt-A-Family Rose and Matt Fissinger ..... 645-8285 Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285 Nurses Ministry Nancy Reilly .........…….424-228-4767 SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Pen Pal Project - Prison Ministry RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; ............. ...............……….. .670-2243 and SRE (Sunday School) ………………. [email protected] Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243 Ministry for Married Couples Confirmation Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243 Catrina Grove-Reyes ........... 670-2243 Women’s Faith Sharing Infant Baptism Susan Senia ..........………….670-2243 Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119 Men’s Spirituality Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009 Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Men’s Morning Hour Parish Finance Council ………..670-2243 Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206 MOMS Ministry Pastor Advisory Council Jayne Cram………………….645-1140 ………………………………..670-2243 Natural Family Planning Site Committee Phyllis Jones………………...670-3505 Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534 Men’s Club Bible Study Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646 Susan Senia ........................ 822-6511 Knights of Columbus Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488 Arts and Education Family Visitation Ministry Jayne Cram .......... .............. 645-1140 Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001 Stewardship ………......…….670-2243
Similar documents
St. Anastasia Catholic Church
whom we pray. We’ll keep/remove their name(s) as requested, after the first few weeks. Danny Welchhance Alfredo Casillas Diana Guerra Jessica Schaffhausen Brenda Rooney Vicki Garcia Barbara DeVico ...
More information[email protected] Parish established in 1953 in honor of
Juan J. Morales Juan J. Morales, Jr. Johann Hudson Lisa Dennehy Lorraine Crothers
More informationSt. Anastasia Catholic Church
Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A.
More informationDecember 20, 2015 - St. Anastasia Catholic Church
Email: [email protected] PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement …………….....670-2243 Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891 Prayer Group Lori Mountain ....................
More information