Welcome to Our Lady of the Rosary Church

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1 Welcome to Our Lady of the Rosary Church 1629 Columbia St., San Diego, Phone (619) Pastor April 10, 2016 Fr. Joseph M. Tabigue, C.R.S.P. Associate Pastors Fr. Louis M. Solcia, C.R.S.P. Fr. Albino M. Vecina, C.R.S.P. Deacon Stephen O Riordan Mass Times Daily (Monday - Saturday) 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Saturday Vigil 5:30 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm Italian Mass First Sunday 12:00 pm Holy Days 7:30 am, 12:00 pm, 7:00 pm 2nd Sunday Gregorian Chant Latin Mass 4:00 pm Third Sunday of Easter Our Lady of the Rosary Mission Statement We, the Parish of Our Lady of the Rosary, are a pilgrim church. Under the mantle of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we grow as a people of God following Jesus, celebrating the Eucharist, living apostolic service, continuing faith formation and Marian devotions. We strive to bring the joy of the gospel and imitate Jesus through compassion, mercy and love, especially for the poor and marginalized. We seek to be faithful stewards providing a heart and home for all.

2 Our Lady of the Rosary Page 2 Little Italy, San Diego, CA We Welcome All Visitors to Our Celebration While Holy Communion may only be received by prepared Catholics, for our non-catholic guests you are welcome to join the line to walk towards the priest or deacon to receive a special blessing: Simply cross your arms over your chest to receive a blessing. Masses for the Week of April 10, 2015 Date for Mass request Requested by It is the Lord Pastor s Corner Saturday April 9 5:30 pm Vincenzo & Anna Tarantino Giuseppe Tarantino Sunday April 10 7:30 am James Gillespie Maribeth & Bob Koslow 9:00 am People of the Parish 10:30 am Anna Niota Rose Limandri 12:00 pm Antonino Alioto Cristina Busalacchi 4:00 pm Antonino Ingrande RoseAnn Mangiopane Monday April 11 7:30 am Frank Crivello Franco D Amato 12:00 pm Raul Mendoza Oscar & Narcisa Lipana Laurie Massa Nino & Dorothy Zizzo Tuesday April 12 7:30 am Francisca Garmir Niola Abuar 12:00 pm Francesco Crivello Sal & Maria Zizzo Antoinette Guidi Salvatore & Josephine Scafidi Wednesday April 13 7:30 am Christopher & Vincent Tarantino Roalie & Peter Tarantino 12:00 pm Francesco Crivello Sal & Maria Zizzo Angelo Scardina Antoniina & Frank Giarratano Thursday April 14 7:30 am Ann Scianna Sal & Maria Zizzo 12:00 pm Jeff Ferree Bettie Heilig Cherise Gegitz Maria Fox Friday April 15 7:30 am Francesco Crivello Sal & Maria Zizzo 12:00 pm Francesco Crivello Sal & Maria Zizzo Steve Brunetto Antonina Girratano & Family Saturday April 16 7:30 am Perpetual Membership 12:00 pm Stefano Tarantino Giuseppe Tarantino 5:30 am Andrew DeMaria Ann DeMaria Sunday April 17 7:30 am People of the Parish 9:00 am Andrew DeMaria John & Rose Cefalu 10:30 am Ruth & Jack Krasovich Bruce & Marybeth Neilson 12:00 pm Cate Kingston Anthony Massa & Family Our Gospel and 1st reading this Sunday reminds us to continue recognizing the presence of the Lord in our midst and continue to proclaim the risen Jesus to others. In this Sunday s Gospel Jesus disciples did not recognize him immediately even though he called out to them children, have you caught anything to eat? They said no. They only recognize him after they witness the miraculous catch of fish. So they proclaim it is the Lord. They prove to themselves that no one can hinder them, even the power of the Sanhedrin, from proclaiming the name of Jesus Christ and believing that it is the Lord by saying to the high priest who ordered them to stop proclaiming the name of Jesus the Christ who rose from the dead we must obey God rather than men. So rejoice! Be happy! If you will be found to suffer dishonor, rejected and insulted for the sake of the NAME because It is the Lord. Amen. Sanctuary Candle Dedication for the Week of April 10th for James Gillespie From Maribeth & Bob Koslow

3 Our Lady of the Rosary Page 3 Little Italy, San Diego, CA May Crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday, May 1st at the 9 AM Mass, representatives from our Sunday School children will crown the Blessed Mother. The May Crowning is sponsored by the OLR Guild. Parish Volunteer Opportunity The parish is looking for volunteers to be a receptionist at the Pastoral Center. The commitment would be once a week for three hours. The shift would be 9:00 am to noon, or 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. While working the front desk, you will be answering the phones, and assisting parishioners that need assistance. If you are interested, contact the Business Manager, Bill Smirniotis at Upcoming Events Monday, April 11 - Madonna del Paradiso Meeting in the lower church hall starting at 3:00 pm. Wednesday April 13 - Bible Study Bible study class meets to study the Life of Jesus with Fr. Louis Solcia. Come of an in-depth study. Thursday, April 14 - Mercy Class Meets on Thursdays in the upper church hall at 6:30 pm. Thursday April 14 - Marriage Encounter Marriage Encounter meets from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm in the upper church hall. Friday, April 15 - Sons of Fishmongers Sons of Fishmongers event in the upper and lower church hall. Sunday, April 17 - ICF Corporate Communion for ICF at Mass. Sunday, April 17 - Madonna del Lume Madonna del Lume election for new officers in the upper church hall from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Sunday, May 8 - Society of Maria Stantissima Lauretana Dinner Mostaccioli and Homemade Sausage Dinner (Salad and Dessert included). Come for a delicious Italian meal. Door opens at 1:00 pm and closes at 8:00 pm. Price for adults is $15 and $6 for children. Tickets are sold at the door. Prepare to have an authentic Italian meal. Friday, May 20th - ICF Event, Lasagna Dinner ICF invites you to their event that includes live music, dinner, and camaraderie. Maria s delicious lasagna, garden salad, Italian bread, dessert, coffee and tea, wine and beverages. Social starts at 6:00 pm and dinner begins at 6:30 pm. Price is $12 per person. RSVP with Del Centanni (619) Saturday, May 21st - Our Lady of the Rosary Tea - Honoring the Ladies of the Parish The Hospitality Cafe requests the honor of your presence at the annual OLR Tea event on Saturday, May 21st at 2:00 pm. The event will take place in the downstairs hall. There is no cost for the event. Seating is limited, please RSVP before Sunday, May 15 at the Sunday Hospitality Table or via at olr.hospitality.cafe@gmail.com. Visit the church s website for the complete calendar.

4 Our Lady of the Rosary Page 4 Little Italy, San Diego, CA Our Lady of the Rosary Church Our Pilgrimage to the Holy Doors In accord with *Misericordiae Vultus, the document that Pope Francis announced the Year of Mercy, Bishop McElroy has designated six parishes as Pilgrimage churches in the Diocese of San Diego. Please join us for a OLR 1-day pilgrimage bus journey to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in El Centro to the Holy Doors. Date: Saturday May 14, 2016 Time: Itinerary: Cost: All participants are urged to be at the front of the church by 8:00 A.M. The bus will depart OLR promptly at 8:30 A.M. The day will include fellowship and preparation to pass through the Holy Doors along with a noon mass at the parish. All are urged to have recently made, or will make a confession prior to passing through the doors. A gift shop is also on-site to enjoy. We will stop for lunch afterwards. Pending time, we may come back via Calexico (state side) to visit a second parish designated by Bishop McElroy, as one of the six Doors. We have the bus for 12 hours from departure, up to 8:00 P.M. if needed. $38.00 per person to cover transportation. Please prepay your registration by submitting your cash or check payable to OLR with pilgrimage in the memo line. All cash or checks should be dropped off or mailed to OLR, 1629 Columbia Street, San Diego Make payment and reservation on-line at olrsd.org All registrations need to be made and paid by May 9th. Note that children attending should be over the age of 12 years. There are 30 seats on the bus, so first come, first serve. A second bus may be reserved if enough people are interested in the trip. Planning on joining us? Visit parish@olrsd.org (OLR Office) asap to confirm. For more information call Patricia Kaszas (619) or at pjkaszas@cox.net.... Holy Door finds meaning only when the believer associates the door with Christ. Jesus is the Door! In the words of Pope Francis, there is only one way that opens wide the entrance into the life of communion with God: This is Jesus, the one and absolute way to salvation. To Him alone can the words of the Psalmist be applied in full truth; this is the door of the Lord where the just may enter. (Ps118: 20). *Google Misericordiae Vultus to learn more about the Jubilee Year of Mercy message from Pope Francis.

5 Our Lady of the Rosary Page 5 Little Italy, San Diego, CA Location: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Stoney Creek Rd., San Diego, CA Sunday, May 8 Society of Maria Santissima Lauretana Presents Mostaccioli and Homemade Sausage Dinner. See schedule of events on page 3 for details. Coffee & Donuts on the Patio Please join us at the hospitality patio behind the church every Sunday from 8:30 am until we run out! (Free will offerings gratefully accepted.) Join us! For only the fourth time in Church history, the Pope has declared an Extraordinary Jubilee Year. And the focus? Mercy. Learn to give and receive forgiveness, to forgive others, to forgive yourself. We invite you to join us as we participate in a parish wide program, Doors of Mercy. This is not a bible study, there is no written homework, just eight simple sessions that will allow you to experience God s hope, healing and loving mercy in this once-in-a-lifetime program. Even if you ve never participated before, please, we invite each and every one of you to join us you ll be so glad you did. See the website for registration and additional details. The first session begins on Thursday April 7th in the church upper hall at 6:30 pm. Sessions will be held every Thursday evening (break May 5, Ascension Thursday). Register online at the OLR website. For more info contact Kimberli Halpin at (609) or kimberlihalpin@gmail.com. BACKGROUND OF THE LITURGY Third Sunday of Easter Many scholars think that, today s gospel is a doublet of the story that occurred in the beginning of Jesus public life, the call of the first apostles. In that incident, Jesus taught the people on shore from a boat and then asked the disciples to put out into the deep for a catch. Peter objects that they had worked all night but had caught nothing. Nevertheless, at Jesus command, he obeys. The catch is huge; their boats almost sink. Both incidents have a miraculous catch of fish. In both, Peter acknowledges his own unworthiness. In both, Jesus gives Peter a special place in the kingdom and in the apostolic band. Today s gospel adds some important details: There are 153 fish. The number is obviously symbolic. Perhaps the

6 Our Lady of the Rosary Page 6 Little Italy, San Diego, CA best explanation is that this is the number given by ancient icthyologists for the number of species of fish in the world. If so, the symbolic meaning would be that the disciples are sent to catch the whole world. Another important detail is Jesus three questions to Peter: Do you love me?. This is an obvious reversal of Peter s three-fold denial of Jesus in the Passion story. Here Jesus gives Peter a special place: Feed my lambs...feed my sheep. Jesus also indicates what sort of death Peter will endure. He stretches out his hands, the meaning is crucifixion. Ancient traditions say that Peter was crucified upside down on Vatican Hill. Whether this is so or not, it is historically (and archeologically) certain that Peter was buried in a pagan cemetery outside the arena of Nero on Vatican Hill. From 150 A.D. there are witnesses who speak of the tropaeum or funeral monument of Peter on Vatican Hill. About 320 A.D. the Emperor Constantine erected the first basilica over Peter s grave. It was replaced in the 16th century by the present St. Peter s Basilica. Directly under the high altar is the grave of St. Peter. One can see the excavations (called the Scavi ) there. In the general Easter theme of Mystagogic Catechesis the message of today s Mass seems to be giving one s life for Christ. In the first reading, the apostles are brought before the court. The high priest states that strict orders were given to the apostles that they were not to speak in the name of Jesus. Peter proclaims that it is better to obey God rather than men. The apostles rejoice because they are found worthy to suffer for the sake of Jesus. The second reading speaks of the glory of heaven. The Lamb is worthy to receive blessings, honor, glory, and thanksgiving because he has been willing to suffer and to die. His sacrificial death is accepted by the Lord. Many People think that Revelation was written to console Christians who were dying in the persecution of Domitian. They wondered why they should suffer if the Messiah had come. Revelation gives them a vision of glory but not before there is suffering. Colossians 1:24 says, I fill up in my body what is lacking in the sufferings of Christ for the good of his body, the Church. Doctrinally, nothing was lacking in the sufferings of Christ; they were infinitely salvific. But the Lord desires us to share in the fellowship of his sufferings. First century Christians suffered for a variety of reasons. In Roman culture, Judaism was recognized as a legitimate religion. As long as Christians were considered a Jewish sect, they were protected. But if (as happened around 80 A.D.) the Jews condemned them, by that very fact they became outlaws and were considered atheists by Rome. Nero could blame the fire of Rome on this outlaw group. All kinds of evils were attributed to them. The sufferings of Christians in our times are different. True, there are sufferings in some places for the religion itself. Muslims and Hindus have tried to kill and destroy Christianity in some parts of the world. But our suffering in this country is different: We are condemned as right wing and reactionary because we uphold the sacredness of life. The only good Catholic in our society is one who does not publicly uphold the teachings of Christ on human dignity, marriage, divorce, and the other social teachings of the gospel. We are called to stand for the truth, even when it is not popular. We should count it a joy that we are worthy to suffer for the sake of the Name. Finally, what if the Lord asked us, as he did Peter, Do you love me?. Would our lives testify that we do? Our Lady s Gifts Located in the Pastoral Center building. Enter from parking lot. Monday - Wednesday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Thursday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm Sunday: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm (619) ~ shop@olrsd.org

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8 Reconciliation (Confession) Saturdays 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Weekdays 11:30 am to 12:00 pm 30 minutes prior to each Mass (approach the altar and ask the priest). Devotions Sacred Heart Devotion 1 st Friday at 7:30 am Blessed Mother Devotion 1 st Saturday at 7:30 am Mother of Perpetual Help Devotion Tuesday at 7:30 pm Goretti Mass & Devotion 1 st Friday at 6:30 pm St. Padre Pio Devotion 1 st Monday of the month at 6:30 pm Baptism For registered parishioners. Parents and godparents must attend a Baptism class, held on the 2 nd & 4 th Thursdays of the Month, 6:30-8:00 pm. Baptisms are done on the 1 st Sunday of the month. Register online. Matrimony Notice is required nine months in advance and before any other arrangements are made (i.e. hall rental, invitation printing, etc). Contact the office. Eucharist for the Homebound/Sick Contact the office to schedule receipt of Eucharist at home. CCD/Children s Faith Formation K - 7 th Grade Classes are held Sundays, 9 11 AM. First Holy Communion is 1 st and 2 nd grades Confirmation is 8 th and 9 th grades. (Please consult Pastor about special circumstances.) R.C.I.A (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Instructions for Adults desiring to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist meet Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in the Downstairs Hall from September to Pentecost. Our Lady of the Rosary Parish Office Monday - Friday 9:00 am to12:00 pm; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Phone: (619) ~ Fax: (619) Pastor Fr. Joseph M. Tabigue, C.R.S.P. josephcrsp@olrsd.org Associate Pastors Fr. Louis M. Solcia, C.R.S.P. Fr. Albino M. Vecina, C.R.S.P. padreal@olrsd.org Deacon Stephen O Riordan deaconstephen@olrsd.org Business Manager Bill Smirniotis william@olrsd.org For bulletin announcements, accounting, Mass requests, funerals, or general information: Call the office or parish@olrsd.org To Register as a Parishioner The easiest way is to go to our website and fill out the form found in the New to OLR tab. You may also copy the form and mail it to the office at 1629 Columbia St., San Diego Readings for the Week Sunday Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41; RV 5:11-14; JN 21:1-9 or 21:1-14 Monday Acts 6:8-15; JN 6:22-29 Tuesday Acts 7:-51-8:1a; JN 6:30-35 Wednesday Acts 8:1b-8; JN 6:35-40 Thursday Acts 8:26-40; JN 6:44-51 Friday Acts 9:1-20; JN 6:52-59 Saturday Acts 9:31-42; JN 6:60-69 Next Sunday Acts 13:14, 43-52; RV 7:9, 14b-17; JN 10:27-30 Please, Come to Church Dressed Appropriately! To be modestly and tastefully dressed is a sign of respect for God, for our selves, and for others. It s a false assumption that God does not care how we dress. Jesus told us, Whatever you do to the least of my brothers, you do it to me. If our attire is indecently provocative (short shorts, strapless, backless, spaghetti strap dresses/tops, or displaying cleavage), displaying unwholesome graphics (skulls, advertisements, scantly clad people) or tattered, it becomes offensive to our brothers and sisters who are worshipping the Lord and therefore offensive to God s Majesty. Ask this question: Would you dress this way before God? You are! He sees everything and you are in His house.