St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church

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1 St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church We are a united Eucharistic community, rich in diversity, that lives and proclaims the Gospel of Christ. Somos una comunidad Eucarística unida, rica en diversidad, que vive y comparte el Evangelio de Cristo. 151 S. Hill Avenue, Pasadena, CA (626) Fax (626) December 16, 2018 Third Sunday of Advent Mass Schedule Sunday Masses Saturday Vigil: 5PM Sunday: 7AM, 9:15AM, 11AM 12:30PM (Spanish), 5PM (Life Teen) Weekday Masses Monday-Friday: AM & PM Saturday: 8AM Parish Center Mon., Wed. & Thur.: 10-12:30 & 1:30-8 Tue. 10-8PM: Fri. 10-6PM Sat. & Sun: 9AM 1PM Fr. Tony Gomez, Pastor ext. 104, Fr. William Gil, Associate Pastor ext. 105, Sr. Teresita Keliher, SND ext. 109 William Landa, Deacon Director of Pastoral Life David Landa ext. 107 Director of Finance Casey Jurecki ext. 106 Bulletin & Technology Specialist Phyllis Park ext. 103 Receptionists Carmen Partida/Monica Pupo ext. 100 Religious Education Coordinator Susie Lopez ext. 108 Youth Director Luke Brooks lbrooks@stphiliptheapostle.org John answered them all, saying, I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. - LK 3:16a St. Philip the Apostle School 1363 Cordova Street, Pasadena, CA (626) Principal: Jennifer Ramirez

2 You are not alone! Today s Readings First Reading: The LORD, your God, is in your midst, mighty savior. (Zep 3:17a) Psalm: Cry out with joy and gladness, for among you is the great and Holy One of Israel. (Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6) Second Reading: Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. (Phil 4:6) Gospel: John answered them all, saying, "I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire." (Lk 3:16) Rejoice in the Lord always! Great in our midst is the Holy One of Israel, a mighty savior. It is he whom John foretold; it is he who will baptize in the Holy Spirit. Sat. Dec. 15 Sun. Dec. 16 Mon. Dec. 17 Tue. Dec. 18 Wed. Dec. 19 Thur. Dec. 20 Fri. Dec. 21 Sat. Dec. 22 Mass Intentions 5PM Valeriana& Nenita Perseveranda ( ) 7AM 9:15 11:00 12:30 5PM 8AM All Parishioners Michael Gates R. Solies ( ) Andres Arellano Astalis Family Derek Medina Chris Halajian Maria Curtis Michelle Winschel Renato Martinez Barbara Ower Rosa de la Rosa Grace Welch Al Chavez, Jr Joyce Nores Paola Astalis Sergio Camacho Virginia Schimmoller Sarah Hinojosa Eloisa Jimenez ( ) Paola Astalis All Parishioners David Pickney Christine Drucker Paola Astalis Sydney Young Michael dipietro Gates Family Look to Him and be Radiant: Announcing expanded hours for Eucharistic Adoration! Beginning this week, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed from 12:30-7PM on Tuesdays, and 5-7PM on Thursdays. Come, find rest and renewed joy with our Lord! Presider Mass Schedule * Saturday, December 15 5PM Fr. John Hopkins Sunday, December 16 7AM Fr. John Hopkins 9:15 Fr. Tony Gomez 11AM Fr. Tony Gomez 12:30 Fr. William Gil 5PM Fr. Tony Gomez Saturday, December 22 5PM Fr. John Hopkins Sunday, December 23 7AM Fr. Tony Gomez 9:15 Fr. Tony Gomez 11AM Fr. Tony Gomez 12:30 Fr. William Gil 5PM Fr. Chris Iwancio * Schedule is subject to change. Weekly Bible Reading Monday: Gn 49:2, 8-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4ab, 7-8, 17/Mt 1:1-17 Tuesday: Jer 23:5-8/Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19/Mt 1:18-25 Wednesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17/ Lk 1:5-25 Thursday: Is 7:10-14/Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6/Lk 1:26-38 Friday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a/ Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21/ Lk 1:39-45 Saturday: 1 Sm 1:24-28/1 Sm 2:1, 4-5, 6-7, 8abcd/Lk 1:46-56 Next Sunday: Mi 5:1-4a/Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19/ Heb 10:5-10/Lk 1:39-45 Explore your Faith in a friendly, casual setting with other Catholics. Pray together; Study together; Break Bread together. Small Faith Communities are casual groups of 4-15 that meet in a parishioner s home. There's a group for every age, every faith expression, every life journey. Find the group for your journey on the back of this bulletin or at: smallfaithcommunities.com Altar Flowers Flowers for the month of December are lovingly offered with gratitude from the Ower family. Heart of the Nation Catholic Sunday TV Mass For Homebound Sunday, 9AM on KDOC Channel 56 Also on cable and satellite TV: Check listings for KDOC Christmas Mass Schedule Christmas Eve Monday, December 24 4PM Family Mass 5:45PM Life Teen in church 10PM Bilingual Christmas Day Tuesday, December 25 7AM, 10:30AM, and 12:30PM (Spanish) (No 5PM) Wednesday, December 26 PM only Thursday & Friday, December 27 & 28 AM & PM Saturday, December 29 8AM Feast of the Holy Family Saturday, December 29 5PM Sunday, December 30 7AM, 9:15AM, 11AM, 12:30PM (Spanish) 5PM (Life Teen) Feast of Solemnity of Mary New Year s Day Tuesday, January 1, 2019 PM only 2

3 Bringing the Liturgy home to the Domestic Church: Christmas Novena The word novena is derived from the Latin word novem, meaning nine. Made up of nine days of prayer and meditation, novenas are an ancient tradition that goes back to the Apostles. After the ascension of Jesus into heaven, the apostles, with the Blessed Virgin, prayed for nine days in the upper room. The nine days of prayer at the direction of Jesus led to Pentecost, and this pattern of nine days of prayer is the basis of the novenas that we pray today. A Christmas Novena starts on December 16 and is prayed through December 24. While traditionally the St. Andrew Christmas Anticipation prayer is prayed, you could pray a Memorare, a Hail Mary, an Our Father, a Glory Be, or any prayer that your heart leads you to in order to focus on the birth of the Savior and to dispose ourselves to receive the coming Lord! St. Andrew Christmas Novena or Christmas Novena Hail and blessed be the hour and moment in which the Son of God was born Of the most pure Virgin Mary, at midnight, in Bethlehem, in the piercing cold. In that hour vouchsafe, I beseech Thee, O my God, to hear my prayer and grant my desires through the merits of Our Savior Jesus Christ, and of His blessed Mother. Amen. Sacrament of Penance at St. Philip s December 20 th from7pm to 9PM Before celebrating the Sacrament of Penance, one should prepare themselves with an examination of conscience. An examination of conscience is a prayerful self-reflection on our determine how we may have sinned against God Other Churches Near Us Sacred Heart (Altadena) Monday, December 17 7PM-9PM Holy Family (S. Pasadena) Tuesday, December 18 7PM-9PM Assumption (Pasadena) and St. Ritas Wednesday, December 19 7PM-9PM St. Elizabeth (Altadena) Wednesday, December 19 7PM-9PM St. Andrews (Pasadena) Friday, December 21 7PM-9PM St. Anthony (San Gabriel) Friday, December 21 7PM-9PM The Advent Wreath Third Candle Shepherds Candle Joy On the third Sunday of Advent the pink, or rose-colored candle is lit. This pink candle is customarily called the "Shepherds Candle," and it represents joy: And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Dear Lord, Advent is a season of joy. Help me serve you always with a happy heart. Amen. Special Needs Ministry Over the last couple of years, our parish has had the honor of guiding one or two individuals who have special needs through the sacramental process. We would now like to formalize this class; however, we need to determine whether there is a need to actually do so. If you know of anyone, parishioner or not, who has a special need and would like to receive one or more of the Catholic sacraments, please contact: Special Needs Ministry SpecialNeeds@stphiliptheapostle.org Sr. Teresita srteresitak21@gmail.com, (626) Ext. 109 Upcoming Parish Events December 16 Respect Life Bake Sale Posada Simbang Gabi 20 Penance Service Parish Center and Ministry Building Closed 25 Merry Christmas Donations for Church Decorations Select one of the following: I would like to give a donation In honor of (living): I would like to give a donation in memory of (deceased): I would like to give a donation of:$ Indicate the quantity: each $ Total It's that time of year again for the annual St. Philip the Apostle toy drive, helping families in need in the parish community. Please bring all your new and slightly used toys to the parish office from now until December 20 th. Deadlines or Bulletin Articles Bulletin deadlines: December 30 th December 20 th The address to use when submitting your articles for the bulletin is bulletin@stphiliptheapostle.org. Your Name Address City Zip Phone: 3

4 ASSISTING CHILDREN During this time of year, we are asking you to please help us bring joy to more than 400 children who would love to receive a toy. TOY DRIVE Please bring one or two unwrapped toys (Cash Donations are welcome). Last Day: December 20 th Drop off locations: Church Office, Church by Mary s altar and School. For more information contact Hedy: hedy1027@aol.com or Angelica: angelicaloera@gmail.com Counter Homelessness by Counting Our newest Small Faith Community, Singles Serving, in collaboration with the St. Vincent De Paul Society, invites you to join them taking a census of people experiencing homelessness. Many organizations use these numbers when distributing resources, and it's a rewarding, safe opportunity to meet the people in our own neighborhoods. For details see the SFC website: smallfaithcommunities.com The Singles Serving SFC aims to build community among the single professionals in our Parish by organizing monthly volunteer opportunities. Even if you can't join us for this event, we'd love to put you on the mailing list for the future: st.philip.community.groups@gmail.com. New Liturgical Year Cycle C: The Year of the Gospel of Luke The Catholic Church s lectionary of Scripture readings for Mass, the Gospel passage almost every Sunday is taken from St. Luke. In the New Testament we meet the person we call St. Luke only indirectly. We do so primarily through the two books that have traditionally been ascribed to him: the Gospel according to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. These two writings are among the longest and most influential books in the New Testament. Indeed, what we call Luke s Gospel is sometimes described as the most beautiful book ever written. Did You Know? It s the Christmas season, which means children around the archdiocese will be lining up for a picture with Santa and a chance to tell him what they hope to find under their trees this year. The Santa visit is a fun holiday tradition, but it s not a time when parents can let their guard down. Santa and his helpers are usually volunteers and may not have gone through screenings or tests to ensure your child s safety, so it s up to you. Keep an eye on anything happening while your child visits with Santa. Never step away from the action, even for a moment, and don t allow your children to be led away to another room. For a copy of the complete VIRTUS article, Safety for Children AND Santa s Helpers, visit Articles.aspx. SABÍA USTED? Es la temporada de Navidad, lo que significa que los niños de la arquidiócesis se prepararán para una foto con Santa y la oportunidad de decirle lo que esperan encontrar debajo de sus árboles este año. Esta es una tradición navideña divertida, pero aun así no es un momento para que los padres de familia bajen la guardia. Santa y sus ayudantes por lo regular son voluntarios, y es posible que no hayan pasado por exámenes de detección o pruebas para garantizar la seguridad de su hijo/a, por lo que ésta depende de usted. Vigile cualquier cosa que suceda mientras su hijo visita a Santa. Nunca se aleje del lugar de la acción, ni siquiera por un momento, y no permita que sus hijos sean llevados a otra habitación solos. Para obtener una copia del artículo completo de VIRTUS, Safety for Children AND Santa s Helpers (Seguridad para los niños y los ayudantes de Santa), visite VIRTUS-Current-Online-Articles.aspx. Volunteer opportunity to help homeless families We wanted to share a service opportunity to help homeless families. As you know, the homeless situation in the San Fernando Valley is increasing greatly, many individuals and families who are homeless go unnoticed because they are sleeping in their cars or crowded with multiple families in one home or garage. Many of these families have children who will not be getting gifts this Christmas. Please consider volunteering with Meet Each Need with Dignity (MEND) this Christmas to help serve homeless families. MEND helps feed and clothe families in need. If you are interested in participating as a group you can donate food, blankets and toys. For more information please call (818) or volunteering@mendpoverty.org. Visit for volunteer opportunities. Women s Retreat Unconditional love is the best love you can give. It is the love Christ has for each one of us, demonstrated profoundly through His Passion, death and Resurrection; it is the love that gazes at us from the altar each day. Come to the mountain at Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center in Sierra Madre. With the women of St. Philip, experience the renewal of God s unconditional love as we reflect on the theme of Be not anxious! Living in the peace of Christ, February 1-3, The suggested donation for this weekend is $250 which includes a $50-deposit, however, NO ONE is turned away regardless of their ability to pay. To reserve your spot simply go to: or contact Jean Bowler (jeanbowler1234@gmail.com or ); Mary Fitzpatrick (wordfitz@aol.com or ); Sheryl Valdez (svaldez@sbcglobal.net or ) 4

5 St. Philip the Apostle School News We celebrated St. Nicholas Day last week with Student Council telling the story of St. Nicholas, a man of faith whose goodness and generosity grew out of his love for God. Our TK 8 students enjoyed their gifts of tangerines and little candy canes left in their shoes a fun St. Philip tradition. D.C. ANGELS WANTED! Do you love to travel? Do you know the benefits of travel for students? Travel builds confidence and independence, broadens world-view, increases academic performance, and gives students a sense of perspective and appreciation for their place in the world. There is an opportunity for parishioners to support a St. Philip student on our annual 8th grade Washington DC trip! We are looking for D.C. Angels who are willing to sponsor a student for $1600. If you are interested, please contact Colleen Welsh, our Development Director at ext. 449 or her at cwelsh@stphiliptheapostle.org. Thank you so much for considering being an angel to one of our students! Admissions Corner Important Dates January 27- Student-led tours will be given during Open House (9:30am-12:30pm) January 31- Priority application deadline for admissions February 9 - Parent interviews Early March Decision letters mailed To apply, please visit our website: school, go to Admissions and click Online Application Form If you have any questions regarding admissions, please contact Karen Conley (626) ext. 444 or kcconley@stphiliptheapostle.org. We are now a TK (Transitional Kindergarten) 8 th grade school! We are excited to offer a Catholic education beginning at 4 years of age. Choral Anthems The 11:00 Choir would like to present the texts to today s choral anthems which are drawn directly from today s readings. Offertory Choral Anthem William Billings, Rejoice Ye Shining Worlds on High Rejoice ye shining worlds on high, Behold the king of glory nigh. Who can this king of glory be The mighty Lord and Savior is he Communion Choral Anthem Anon., Gaudete Refrain: Rejoice! Rejoice! Christ is born of the Virgin Mary! At this time of grace and longed-for blessing, Love faithfully offers a song of praise. God is made human in this wonderful birth: The world is cleansed through the rule of Christ. The gate of heaven now opens which to us was closed, Sending forth transforming light through which holiness is found. Therefore we meet in pure songs of joy; We bless the Lord, King of our Salvation. St. Francis HS Open House Saturday, January 5, AM 2PM We invite everyone from the community to join us to learn more about the benefits of a Capuchin Franciscan college preparatory education. Unable to attend the Open House? Take a virtual campus tour and watch our Admission Video online at Looking for a special gift to give at Christmas? Fr. Alan Phillip, CP, of Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center in Sierra Madre, is the author of a new book titled, The Ten Things You Must Do Before You Die. You can buy the printed edition for $7.95 from AMAZON.COM. The ebook edition is available for $0.99. This is a book for all mortals. It will help the young, the middle-aged and the elderly find peace with what we all realize is inevitable. It is a spiritual book, dealing with basic values. Once we have our house in order, we can face every day without fear. 5

6 Ministry Corner Ministry Altar Servers Altar Care Assisting Children Children s Liturgy of the Word Bereavement Bible Study Cana David Landa, AS@ Patty Diehl, AC@ Hedy Bravo Jurarez, ACCM@ Lara Serventi (En.), CLOWE@ Angelica Loera (Sp.), CLOWS Ann Sanders, BEREAVE@ Sr. Teresita, Tkeliher@ Anna Hjorth, CANA@ Christian Initiation Adult Sr. Teresita, RCIA@ Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors Finance Council Guadalupano Knights of Columbus Sr. Teresita (English), EML@ Deacon Landa (Spanish) Manuel Valdez, PFC@ Rigoberto Negrete GG@ Efren Rodriguez, KofC@ Legion of Mary LOM@ Men s Retreat Tom Amestoy, MR@ Ministry of the Sick Colleen Roohan, MSE@ Parent Teacher Maria Campagna & Organization Renee Norton, PTO@ Pastoral Council Chris Kvochak, PPC@ Religious Education Susie Lopez, RE@ Respect Life Ministry Sarah Di Cicco, RLM@ Safeguard the Children Robin Johnson, SGTC@ School Board Jill Longo, SB@ Scouts Cub Scouts Keith Law, CS@ Boy Scouts Lu Ruiz, BS@ Girl Scouts Adriana Leyva, GS@ Serra Club Mary Bloebaum, SC@ Special Needs Ministry Joan & Ken DeSouza, SpecialNeeds@ St. Benedict s Prayer Guild John Davis, SBPG@ St. Vincent de Paul Paul Caracciolo, SVDP@ Ushers Gene Powell, USHERS@ Women s Retreat Jean Bowler, WR@ Young Adult (AACTS) Edward Burns, AACTS@ Youth Ministry Luke Brooks, lbrooks@ SACRAMENTS ANOINTING OR EMERGENCY: Please call the Parish Center (626) at any time. INFANT BAPTISM: Scheduled monthly (English/Spanish), with one month notice. Please call Sr. Teresita (626) , ext PENANCE: Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, or by appointment. Call the Parish Center to schedule a time. MUSIC MINISTRY Purpose/Mission To provide high quality music for the liturgies and rites of the Parish. To discover, educate and develop musical talent within the Parish. To bring the Word of God to life through music. All ensembles are open to new members! The only requirement is that participants can match pitch and sing in tune. An audition may be required to determine the best placement for the singer. Meeting Information Saturday, 5PM Mass: Modern & Contemporary Sunday, 9:15 Mass: Contemporary ensemble. Sunday, 11 Mass: Traditional choir. Sunday, 12:30 Mass: Spanish choir. Sunday, 5PM Mass: Contemporary ensemble. Contact Information MUM@stphiliptheapostle.org BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY Purpose/Mission Assists the St. Philip Community families of those recently deceased with planning the funeral liturgy, music and other needs in their time of grief. Bereavement ministers meet with family members to coordinate plans for Funeral or Memorial Masses that have been scheduled by St. Philip clergy. Ministers also participate during vigils and masses to help family and guests as needed. Volunteers are needed to assist as ministers of hospitality who greet and seat, lectors (Spanish & English), Eucharistic ministers, altar serves and ministers who assist at a reception after the funeral. Training will be available. Meeting Information Are called as needed. Ongoing communication is through an group and phone calls. Contact Information Ann Sanders, (626) , BEREAVE@stphiliptheapostle.org Small Faith Communities st.philip.community.groups@gmail.com Cana Family 3 rd Saturday, 5-8PM Children Rosary Monday 2:05PM Christ and Coffee Friday, 7-8:30PM College Tuesday, 7:30PM Graduate Student Tuesdays, 7:30PM Grown Kids Sunday, 4-5:30PM Home Bible Study 2 nd & 4 th Saturday, 6-8:30PM Lupitas Jueves, PM Parents Rosary Thursday 8:05AM Present Over Perfect Sunday, 10:30AM Singles Serving once a month Souls Without Wrinkles Wednesday, 2-3PM Thirty-Something Sunday, 4PM Women of Worship Wednesday, 9-10:30AM Make a New Group! 6