ALLELUIA HE HAS RISEN FROM THE DEAD!

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1 ALLELUIA HE HAS RISEN FROM THE DEAD! My dear friends let us sing Alleluia for Our Lord Jesus Christ has risen from the Dead! In Acts 10:39-42 we are given this testimony: Peter opened his mouth and said many things including this, he said: And we are witnesses to all that Jesus did both in the country of the Jews and in Jerusalem. They put Him to death by hanging Him on a tree but God raised Him on the third day and made Him manifest; not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, who ate and drank with Him after He rose from the dead. And He recommended to us to preach to the people, and to testify that He is the One ordained by God to be judged of the living and the dead. With gratitude and appreciation I wish all of you a Happy Easter! You took advantage of the 40 days of Lent to prepare for this Easter celebration and now you are reaping what you have sowed. Let us celebrate with joy for His resurrection gives us the hope for our being raised from the dead to join Him in heaven. Please join me in thanking God for the parish life we have today. Certainly we would not have reached this stage if God did not aid us with the abilities that have brought us this far. I know that our mission is not yet completed. But we are doing what good servants do in obedience to his/her leader. We give God our best and He will give us what we deserve. To those of you who have responded to the power of the Holy Spirit and offer your time and talent to assist me in serving the parish in various ministries; I thank you. Our parish s needs are great and your response is appreciated. I could not mention each of you by name for fear of missing someone. I trust that when you read this message, you know that it is you that I extend my heartfelt gratitude. You have helped me to take care of God s vineyard. Our Finance Council has been working hard on our financial challenges. With their diligent help our parish will continue to work toward coping financially. I thank God that we have volunteers capable of helping us work through this area of need; and freely offer their assistance. We continue to need your financial sacrifices and support. Truly, I cannot serve the parish without you and your family. I sincerely thank each and every one of you who contribute your time, talent and treasure in support of Stewardship for Divine Mercy Parish! May God reward you generously in your efforts! We are ONE BODY WITH MANY MEMBERS. We need each other on our journey to heaven. Let us work together. Let us support one another in joy and sorrow. I extend my sincere love to all our parishioners who have recently lost their loved ones, or commemorate their death anniversary at this time. I pray that the surety of the resurrection of Christ will console you and sustain your hope in the resurrection of the dead. May the Risen Lord Bless You and Keep you. May His face shine upon you and give you His lasting Peace. - Fr. Soane T. Kaniseli

2 He said to them, Do not be amazed! You seek Jesus of Nazareth, the crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Behold, the place where they laid him. Mark 16:6 Easter Sunday The Resurrection of the Lord April 1st, 2018 Divine Mercy Catholic Church 2231 Club Center Drive, Sacramento, CA Tel: (916) PASTOR Rev. Soane Kaniseli Deacon Rick Morales Deacon James Ogbonna Contents Page Sacraments and Rosaries Mass Schedule A Word From 2 Pray without Ceasing 3 Mark Your Calendars 4 Giving is Worship 5 Church Ministries 6-7 Advertisers 8 Full transcripts on A Word From, pg. 2 can be found at: Connection Tonight, April 1st, Easter Sunday, 5:00 pm: Youth Mass, Fellowship Potluck And Holy Hour. See inside of the Bulletin for details Sacrament of Penance Saturday 3:45-4:45 PM By Appointment Call the Parish Ofc Sacrament of Baptism Every 3 rd Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM or within the Mass (in some special cases to be determined by the Pastor). Please contact the Parish Office to talk with the Pastor 2 months before the Baptism day. Sacrament of Matrimony Please contact the Parish Office to talk with the Pastor 6 months before the wedding day. Anointing of the Sick Please call the Parish Office. Rosary English: 30 mins before every Mass Spanish: Thursdays at 7:00 PM Chaplet of Divine Mercy Immediately after every Mass Saturday Vigil Mass Sunday Mass 5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 12:30 PM Youth Mass 5:00 PM Every 1 st Sunday of the Month followed by Eucharistic Adoration Spanish Mass Every 2 nd Sunday of the Month Filipino Mass Every 3 rd Sunday of the month Tongan Mass Every 4 th Sunday of the Month 5:00 PM 5:00 PM 2:30 PM WEEKDAY MASSES Mon - Wed - Fri 6:30 PM Tue - Thur - Sat 8:30 AM Every Friday Holy Hour 3-4 PM (Blessed Sacrament Exposed) First Friday Morning Mass 8:30 AM Exposition* 9:00 AM Benediction 5:45 PM Evening Mass 6:30 PM *Hourly Adorers needed during Exposition MISSION STATEMENT ~ To establish a faith-filled community bonded by love. To proclaim the good news, foster personal encounters with the living Christ and strengthen the family by witnessing the gospel values of love, mercy, justice, forgiveness and service to all.

3 Page 2 A Word From... the detail provided about the burial cloths. Some scholars believe that the presence of the burial cloths in the tomb offers evidence to the listener that Jesus' body had not been stolen (it is understood that grave robbers would have taken the burial cloths together with the body). The Gospel passage concludes, however, that even having seen the empty tomb and the burial cloths, the disciples do not yet understand about the Resurrection. In the passage that follows, Mary of Magdala meets Jesus but mistakes him for the gardener. In the weeks ahead, the Gospel readings from our liturgy will show us how the disciples came to believe in Jesus' Resurrection through his appearances to them. Our Easter faith is based on their witness to both the empty tomb and their continuing relationship with Jesus in his appearances and in his gift of the Holy Spirit. + Sunday Connections April 1st, 2018 Easter Sunday The Resurrection of the Lord First Reading: Acts of the Apostles 10:34a,37-43 Peter preaches about Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2,16-17,22-23 Rejoice in this day of the Lord. Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Colossians: Having been raised by Christ, be concerned with what is above. 1 Corinthians: Let us celebrate this feast with new yeast. Gospel Reading: John 20:1-9 Mary of Magdala finds that the stone has been removed from Jesus' tomb. Background on the Gospel Reading: Today we begin the Easter Season, our 50-day meditation on the mystery of Christ's Resurrection. Our Gospel today tells us about the disciples' discovery of the empty tomb. It concludes by telling us that they did not yet understand that Jesus had risen from the dead. Thus, the details provided are not necessarily meant to offer proof of the Resurrection. The details invite us to reflect upon a most amazing gift, that is faith in Jesus and his Resurrection. Each of the four Gospels tells us that Jesus' empty tomb was first discovered by women. This is notable because in first-century Jewish society women could not serve as legal witnesses. In the case of John's Gospel, the only woman attending the tomb is Mary of Magdala. Unlike the Synoptic accounts, John's Gospel does not describe an appearance of angels at the tomb. Instead, Mary is simply said to have observed that the stone that had sealed the tomb had been moved, and she runs to alert Simon Peter and the beloved disciple. Her statement to them is telling. She assumes that Jesus' body has been removed, perhaps stolen. She does not consider that Jesus has been raised from the dead. Simon Peter and the beloved disciple race to the tomb, presumably to verify Mary's report. The beloved disciple arrives first but does not enter the tomb until after Simon Peter. This detail paints a vivid picture, as does SAINTS AND READINGS OF THE WEEK Sunday, April 1 St. Hugh of Grenoble ACTS 10:34A, 37-43; PS 118:1-2, 16-17, ; COL 3:1-4; I COR 5:6B- 8CF. 1 COR 5:7B-8A; JN 20:1-9 or MK 16:1-7; or LK 24:13-35; Monday, April 2 St. Francis of Paola ACTS 2:14, 22-33; PS 16:1-2A AND 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11; PS 118:24; MT 28:8-15 Tuesday, April 3 St. Richard of Wyche ACTS 2:36-41; PS 33:4-5, 18-19, 20 AND 22; PS 118:24; JN 20:11-18 Wednesday, April 4 St. Isidore of Seville ACTS 3:1-10; PS 105:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8-9; PS 118:24; LK 24:13-35 Thursday, April 5 St. Vincent Ferrer ACTS 3:11-26; PS 8:2AB AND 5, 6-7, 8-9; PS 118:24; LK 24:35-48 Friday, April 6 St. William of Eskilsoe ACTS 4:1-12; PS 118:1-2 AND 4, 22-24, 25-27A; PS 118:24; JN 21:1-14 Saturday, April 7 St. John Baptist de la Salle ACTS 4:13-21; PS 118:1 AND 14-15AB, 16-18, 19-21; PS 118:24; MK 16:9-15 Each Sunday, a family, couple, or individual is called forward at Mass to receive the vocation cross and a special prayer written to accompany it. In taking the cross, they commit themselves to pray during the week for an increase in holy vocations, and the gift of our priests, sisters, brothers, and deacons. All are invited to participate. Please pray for all of the Sacramento Diocese Priests. To see who has signed up and to those who have not signed up yet; please stop by and check out our SIGN - UP CORNER at the Narthex counter top. Please take the Vocation Cross home with you. We need families to accept this prayer mission at all Masses Saturday Vigil, Sunday 7:30, 9:30 and 12:30 Masses Is God inviting you to Pray for the Vocations?

4 Page 3 Pray without ceasing-...i Thessalonians 5:17 Catholic Viewpoint, Faith, Hope and Love Catholic Viewpoint, Faith, Hope and Love, with Fr. Kiernan, is now available on Sacramento Faith TV, a local, community-supported, Faith-based network, as guests share faith and life in half hour interviews. Each week a new show airs on Channel 20, Consolidated Channel 19 and AT&T Channel 14, at 7:00AM Sunday, 9:30AM Tuesday, 8:30PM Wednesday and 5:00PM Thursday. You are welcome to share comments, questions or ideas with Fr. Kiernan at: Catholicviewpoint@gmail.com. All the shows are also on YouTube. In the YouTube search bar just type in Catholic Viewpoint, Faith Hope and Love. Then click on the icon, as shown on the left here, which will give you access to all the shows in one place. Confession is available on Saturdays from 3:45-4:45. You can also make an appointment for your Confession with the office, just call To be added to the Parish s Warrior Prayer Chain lopez-kathleen5341@sbcglobal.net Prayers of the Faithful Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of the Lord April 1st, 2018 Christ is Risen, and the power of His resurrection fills the world today with new life. With hope and expectation, we therefore bring him all our needs. That the Church may boldly and faithfully proclaim the Resurrection of Christ to those who do not yet believe in it. For the priests serving in the Diocese of Sacramento, that the peace of the risen Lord will sustain them in their work for Him. For all those called to the priesthood or consecrated life in the Diocese of Sacramento, that they will always seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. That our Easter celebration will help us to become more grateful and willing to make sacrifices to help build God s kingdom on earth. That the leaders of our nations and world may give priority to those with greatest need in the distribution of the world's basic resources. That in the light of Christ's victory over death, nations may work together to overcome violence against all, especially the poor, the weak, and the unborn. That the newly baptized and confirmed, and those received into full communion with the Catholic Church, may continue to grow with this community in worship and service. That the sick may be comforted and healed, and that all who have died may share in the Resurrection. Remembering the Sick in Prayer stewardship USCCB on Stewardship: Stewards of the Church Stewards of God's gifts are not passive beneficiaries. We cooperate with God in our own redemption and in the redemption of others. We are also obliged to be stewards of the Church collaborators and cooperators in continuing the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, which is the Church's essential mission. This mission proclaiming and teaching, serving and sanctifying is our task. It is the personal responsibility of each one of us as stewards of the Church. All members of the Church have their own roles to play in carrying out its mission: Parents, who nurture their children in the light of faith; Parishioners, who work in concrete ways to make their parishes true communities of faith and vibrant sources of service to the larger community; All Catholics, who give generous support time, money, prayers, and personal service according to their circumstances to parish and diocesan programs and to the universal Church. Next week: Obstacles to Stewardship Evelyn de Jesus Laura Lechuga Divine Mercy Catholic Church is not liable to users of the data or information provided herein, or to any other party, for any loss or damage, consequential or otherwise, including but not limited to time, money or goodwill, arising from the use, operation or modification of the data or information. Remembering the Military in Prayer Heavenly Father, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need We ask this in you name. Amen Almighty and Eternal God, You are the everlasting health of those who believe in You. Hear us for Your sick servants for whom we implore the aid of Your tender mercy, that being restored to bodily health, they may give thanks to You in Your Church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. PFC Jose Robledo US Army PO2 Stephen J Ramirez, U.S. Navy SN Samantha Chaidez, U.S. Navy Jacob Valdes, U.S. Navy TSTT Jesse R. Bose, U.S. Air Force LCpl Alex Penick US Marines Deven Aguiar-Frank, US Air Force

5 Page 4 MASS INTENTIONS Mark Your Calendars WEEK AT A GLANCE Sunday, Apr 1 EASTER SUNDAY 7:30 am Oscar Baldonado + Fr Michael 9:30 am Rosie Basco + Fr Soane Cavetano G. Fernandez, Sr. + LeJon Taburada (Thanksgiving) Jun Delfin (Thanksgiving) 12:30 pm Paulo & Maria Perez + Fr Soane 5:00 pm YOUTH MASS Fr Soane Rosalia & Gerado Rosario + Monday, Apr 2 6:30 pm Evelyn Reyes (Successful Surgery) Fr Michael Tuesday, Apr 3 8:30 am Margarita Yang + Fr Michael Alfonsa Rodas (Speedy Recovery) Wed, Apr 4 6:30 pm Laureana Sanchez + Fr Soane Thursday, Apr 5 8:30 am Dominico Pham Thuyen + Fr Soane JoseBirosel + Alfonsa Rodas (Speedy Recovery) Friday, Apr 6 8:30 am ENGLISH MASS/EXPOSITION OF B/S Fr Michael Van Huan + 6:30 pm EstrellaSevilla + Fr Soane Pou Cabral (Birthday/Thanksgiving) Saturday, Apr 7 8:30 am Alfonsa Rodas (Speedy Recovery) Fr Soane 5:00 pm John Salas Cruz + Fr Michael Art & Naty Giron (Anniversary/Thanksgiving) Sunday, Apr 8 DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY 7:30 am Laureana Sanchez + Fr Soane 9:30 am Jimenez Family (Special Intention) Fr Soane 12:30 pm Fr Soane 3:00 pm HOLY HOUR IN HONOR OF DIVINE MERCY Fr Soane 5:00 pm SPANISH MASS Fr Michael Nicolas Alfonso Luna + (2nd Death Anniversary) Sunday, Apr 1 EASTER SUNDAY 9:00 am (P1) RCIA I 10:00 am (P3) RCIA II 10:30 am (Narthex) CFF Class 4:00 pm (P7/8) Columbian Squires Planning Meeting 6:15ish Youth Potluck, Holy Hour Monday, Apr 2 5:30 pm (Narthex & All Portables) CFF Class Tuesday, Apr 3 9:00 am (P1,2) Catechist of the Good Shepherd 9:30 am (Narthex) Exodus Bible Study 9:30 am (P9) Inner Circle Prayer Group 3:30 pm (P1,2) Catechist of the Good Shepherd 5:00 pm (P9) Divine Mercy Sacred Heart Ministry Meeting 7:30 pm (P7/8) Knights of Columbus Council General Meeting Wednesday, Apr 4 9:30 am (P9) Divine Mercy Cenacle 5:30 pm (P1 & P2) CFF Choir Practice Thurs, Apr 5 9:00 am (Narthex) Altar Society - Flower Arrangement 5:00 pm (P3) Legion of Mary 6:30 pm (Narthex) Finance Committee Meeting 7:00 pm (Church or P1) Spanish Rosary Friday, Apr 6 9:00 am (Church) Exposition of Blessed Sacrament 4:00 pm (Church) Chaplet of the Sacred Heart 5:45 pm (Church) Benediction 7:00 pm (P7/8) Bible Timeline by Jeff Cavins 7:30 pm (Church) Adult Choir Practice Saturday, Apr 7 10:00 am (Narthex Area) Angels of Mercy Food Distribution 3:45 pm (Church) Confession-Father Michael Divine Mercy Sunday is next Sunday April 8th Plan to join the Parish wide celebration!

6 Page 5 Giving is Worship Fiscal Year July June 2018 Week ending March 25, 2018 Palm Sunday DIVINE MERCY PARISH OUR CHURCH, OUR HOME OFFERTORY REQUIREMENTS (July June 2018) 63,000 Average 4 week Month Requirement Weekly Average Requirements 15,750 CHALLENGE #1 PAYING OUR BILLS: Result: While offertory HAS increased during the past months, we have not consistently met our goal. Week of: Week of: Week of: Week of: 4-Mar 11-Mar 18-Mar 25-Mar wk 1 wk 2 wk 3 wk 4 Total Collections This Month Shortage (x,xxx) / Savings Increase 22,864 10,948 12,605 14,267 60,684 (2,316) CHURCH MORTGAGE Mortgage Loan Balance 2/28/2018 2,532,290 THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH This Week: Weekend Mass attendance totaled 1, families gave 75.4% of our 10,958 Weekend Offertory We are thankful to the 26 families who gave sacrificial gifts totaling 2,761 for our Mortgage Reduction collection. Challenge 2 Cup of Sacrifice Collection for Infrastructure Repairs, 307 families gave 5,012 For our Challenge 2 Cup of Sacrifice Giving one of our parish families gave a gift of 1,000. For our Challenge 2 Cup of Sacrifice Giving, 140 of our CFF children have given a total gift of 2,825. Challenge 2 Cup of Sacrifice Total Giving is now 19,704 Our GOAL is 32,000 God Bless You for Your Continuing Generosity Have your gift recorded by using envelopes. We will provide you with a record of your tax-deductible donations every year. Don t have envelopes? Call Parish office to request it s easy! To meet it, every Parish family has been asked to add 5 per week to their regular offertory donation. If you haven't already done so already, please help your Parish home pay its expenses by adding 5 to your offertory. PLEASE HELP! DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC CHURCH 4th Annual Cup-Of-Sacrifice Lenten Communal Project Join your fellow Parishioners to offer a Lenten financial sacrifice that will provide needed repairs to our Church buildings & facilities. The Church needs 32,000 to meet this critical need. Our Cup-of-Sacrifice is a way to demonstrate the giving of Alms this Lenten Season. Giving an additional 20 per week will be a financial sacrifice for most, but these donations are needed by our Parish. The Cup-of-Sacrifice Project is an opportunity to help your Church. Please use the Cup-of-Sacrifice envelopes you received in the mail. You can also make the Cupof-Sacrifice donation on line at: We still need 12,296 to take care of the Church property repairs. The Mortgage Reduction Offering is This Easter Weekend! Please prayerfully consider what you can give to help the Church s efforts in reducing the balance on the mortgage. We will be taking a second collection for this all important offering.

7 Page 6 Divine Mercy Catholic Church Ministries Are you an adult who was baptized in the Catholic Church, received first Holy Communion and have been regularly attending Mass, but never confirmed? Adult Confirmation Classes are for you...and they begin soon! Call or stop by the Parish office to schedule a meeting with Father Soane. and to register by April 6th. Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes are due by April 6th. The class dates are April 13,20,27 May 4,11,18 and will all be from 6:00-7:30PM in P7. VOLUNTEER BULLETIN AD SALESPERSON NEEDED! IF INTERESTED PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE AT Day Novena and Chaplet of the Divine Mercy Starting Good Friday, March 30th through Saturday, April 7th 3:00 pm in the Church Please join us in praying the 9-day Novena and Chaplet of the Divine Mercy every day at 3 pm in the church starting on Good Friday March 30th, until Saturday, April 7th in preparation for Divine Mercy Sunday on April 8, Our Sacred Heart and Divine Mercy Devotions Ministry is hosting the potluck after the 9:30 am Mass on Divine Mercy Sunday. Sign-up sheets are at our Divine Mercy table in the Narthex. All SHDMDM members, please wear your red ministry shirts as a sign of support, unity, solidarity and strength. Let s put our best foot forward in doing this great act of mercy. Let Jesus love and mercy overflow from our hearts and souls to others. Parish Women...Are you looking for a Dynamic Experience that will help you become the best version of Yourself? Are you ready for an experience that will help you discover what s missing in your life and what to do about it? Then the Women s Welcome Retreat, May 26th and 27th is for you! Sign-ups have started! Please visit the Welcome Information table after Mass or call the Parish office at for details! The Parish Office is open M-F 9:00-4:00 Join Us You Are Jhonnie Reyes Annie Reyes Adam Ella Arnold Jennyvee Aurora Rosie Areli Dominador With all praise and thanksgiving to those who helped prepare the palms for Palm Sunday...

8 Page 7 Divine Mercy Catholic Church Ministries Healing Mass And Anointing of the Sick Please join the Ministry to the Sick and Homebound for a special celebration of the Mass. The celebrant for this Mass is Father Soane. The Mass focuses on the specific theme of healing in whatever areas the faithful may require it. Everyone is welcome to attend the Healing Mass. Confessions will be heard before the Mass. Light refreshments will be served after the Mass. For those who are homebound and cannot attend the Mass; please call the Church office at to arrange for a visit with Father Soane and an anointing. Saturday April 14th 11:00 am Divine Mercy Catholic Church

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