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1 December 17, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

2 December 17, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT OUR MISSION: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God. MASS TIMES Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 Holy Redeemer Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - 8:00 St. James Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:00 Holy Redeemer Sunday Masses - 8:30 St. James - 10:00 Holy Redeemer - 11:30 St. James - 5:30 Holy Redeemer ADORATION & SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Wednesdays at St. James the Less Church from 8:00 to 9:00 pm. Sacrament of Reconciliation also by appointment. Area Penance Services: Incarna on December 18 at 7pm St. Bede December 19 at 7pm Prepare for the Christmas Season by celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Advent! SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK Call the Parish Office at PREPARE Advent is a time of preparation and waiting for the birth of Jesus, a time when we ask ourselves is there room for the baby Jesus in the Inn of our hearts? READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jer 23:5-8; Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19; Mt 1:18-25 Tuesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25 Wednesday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-4ab, 5-6; Lk 1:26-38 Thursday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45 Friday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 1:46-56 Saturday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-24; Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-10, 14; Lk 1:57-66 Sunday: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Rom 16:25-27; Lk 1:26-38 Fr. Edward Dover, Pastor (fred@hr-sj.org) Holy Redeemer Church: 2411 Montrose Ave., Montrose, CA St James the Less Church: 4625 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am -12noon, 1:00pm 5:00pm (818)

SACRAMENTS & WORSHIP SACRAMENTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH Sacrament of Baptism Baptisms are held on the First Sunday during the 10am Mass at HR Third Sunday during the11:30am Mass at SJ Please call the

Sacrament of First Communion Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or the parish school.

3 SACRAMENTS & WORSHIP SACRAMENTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH Sacrament of Baptism Baptisms are held on the First Sunday during the 10am Mass at HR Third Sunday during the11:30am Mass at SJ Please call the parish office for further information. Sacrament of First Communion Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or the parish school. This is a two-year program. Sacrament of Confirmation A two-year program for high school teens. Apply through the Life Teen office: hrsjlifeteen@gmail.com Sacrament of Matrimony Please contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament! Holy Orders/Religious Orders Anyone interested in a religious life as a priest, deacon, or sister please contact Father Ed: fred@hr-sjcatholic.org. Anointing of the Sick Please notify the parish office as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lord s special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere, and as often as once a month. INTERCESSIONS: PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS Jim Flaherty, Gene Blackmun, Barbara Diekmann, Madeleine Doctors, Bill Ferguson, Kay LaMantia, Bonny Shaw, Alex & Teresa Kirkaldy, Larry Legind, Ron McLoud, Josie Lawrence, Dolores Maggipinto, Vito Maggipinto, Omar Mullen, Andres Ramirez, Richy Reivydas, Gloria Rodriguez, Michele Ruegg, Tony Samaan, Mary Schneider, Beri Trestrail, Anthony Trujillo, Brent Canvano, Maria Hattick, Tom Yamarone, Vivianne Young, Gay Goehrish, Margaret Gibbons, Norman Peters Jr., Ray Lucero, Larry Weisner, Patricia Rios, Thomas Gilliland, Danguole Varnas, Ofelia Lopez, and Tommie Stopper This past week, our parish family was privileged to pray for Mary Cathleen Marshall, Molly Powers, Austin Williams, Sister Mary Kay Dum BVM, Patrick Cheeseman, Dahlia Madrid, Dan & Helen Pierre, Clara Santillo, Veronica McKim, Marguerite Bateman, Arsenio Gaetos & Family, Rosa & Frank Titus, Elaina McClain, James Christopher Baumgartner, Brenda Currer, Nora McElligott, Marge Downs, Vickee Toomey Main, Lilia Sanchez Pascual, and For the Parishioners of Holy Redeemer and St James Please continue to lift each other up in prayer. Let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord, especially: Jean Lundgren, Catherine Olson, and Clara San llo May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in peace.

EVANGELIZATION & FORMATION REJOICE Isaiah proclaims truly good news to us! God s coming brings not sadness, guilt, fear, wrath, or condemnation. No, God s coming is a source of comfort and joy.

This is the root meaning of the Greek word for eucharist. We are urged to rejoice and give thanks, because the coming of the Lord brings joy, healing, liberty, release, vindication.

CLW is an age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word offered for ages 5 through 3rd grade at the 8:30am Mass. No pre-registration is necessary. All children are welcome and encouraged to attend.

During this special time, the catechist teacher leads the children through prayers, songs and readings that are simplified for children. Are you a walker? Jogger? Marathon runner?

Please email Trish at drehrsj@gmail.com.

4 EVANGELIZATION & FORMATION REJOICE Isaiah proclaims truly good news to us! God s coming brings not sadness, guilt, fear, wrath, or condemnation. No, God s coming is a source of comfort and joy. Saying it once is not enough, for today s readings are full of joy. Mary s Magnificat substitutes for our psalm today, and our second reading encourages us to rejoice, to give thanks and praise. This is the root meaning of the Greek word for eucharist. We are urged to rejoice and give thanks, because the coming of the Lord brings joy, healing, liberty, release, vindication. It makes the very earth spring up with new life! Good tidings! Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc CHILDREN S LITURGY OF THE WORD Join us for Children s Liturgy of the Word (CLW). CLW is an age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word offered for ages 5 through 3rd grade at the 8:30am Mass. No pre-registration is necessary. All children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Just before the Liturgy of the Word begins for the assembly, these children are invited to go with the catechist to the Church Sacristy, located behind the altar at St James. During this special time, the catechist teacher leads the children through prayers, songs and readings that are simplified for children. Are you a walker? Jogger? Marathon runner? Whether you take a weekly stroll through Descanso Gardens or have completed the L.A. Marathon - we would love to hear from you! HRSJ has a gift for the first 10 people who respond. Please Trish at drehrsj@gmail.com. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Last week, we looked at a form of nativity scene called a presipio, characterized by framing the crèche of Jesus with a vast array of personalities and a rich geographical context. The tradition was carried to the New World, and finds very rich expression in Latin America today. While in Europe the presepio was reserved mostly to the homes of wealthy nobles and great churches, in Latin America it was claimed by the poor and expressed the skills of native artisans. In Mexico, you can still find clay figures in every village market. In a way, the native people took the religion of Spanish rule and baptized it with their Indian culture by surrounding the crib of Jesus with local geography and people. In Brazil, where Christmas falls in summer, the figure of the baby Jesus is wrapped in gold and gems, and set on a hillside surrounded by flowers and animals of all kinds. Sometimes there is a double presepio, presenting both Nativity and Crucifixion. In some places in Latin America, even non-religious people take care to have a presepio in the home, sometimes dedicating one whole room in the house or apartment to the scene. Some cities have markets where people from the countryside sell plants and figurines. In Cuzco, churches and families provide hot chocolate for the children of the poor who come down to help create the nativity scenes. In Paraguay, the baby Jesus grows the small infant who arrives on Christmas Eve is replaced at New Year with a toddler Jesus who holds in one hand the globe and in the other a cross. Few Christmas traditions have the vitality and variety of presepios and crèches honoring the Nativity. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch @FrEdHRSJ

JAMES Church (Children s Liturgy) 5:30 pm - HOLY REDEEMER Church 11:00 pm HOLY REDEEMER Church Monday Christmas Day, December

JAMES Church 5:30 pm HOLY REDEEMER Church Tuesday, December 26 th NO MASS Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing.

parish school children will present its annual Christmas Concert at 7:00 pm in Holy Redeemer Healy Hall.

Christmas Decorators Needed It takes a great many volunteers to help decorate our church for Christmas.

5 THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON IS UPON US! CHRISTMAS MASSES Sunday, Christmas Eve, December 24 th 4:00 pm - HOLY REDEEMER Church 4:00 pm - ST. JAMES Church (Children s Liturgy) 5:30 pm - HOLY REDEEMER Church 11:00 pm HOLY REDEEMER Church Monday Christmas Day, December 25 th 8:30 am ST. JAMES Church 10:00 am HOLY REDEEMER Church 11:30 am ST. JAMES Church 5:30 pm HOLY REDEEMER Church Tuesday, December 26 th NO MASS Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 For The Whole Family St James Holy Redeemer Catholic School Christmas Program On December 21st, our parish school children will present its annual Christmas Concert at 7:00 pm in Holy Redeemer Healy Hall. Join us as we celebrate this holy season in song, story, and music. All are welcome! Christmas Decorators Needed It takes a great many volunteers to help decorate our church for Christmas. Volunteers are needed on the following days. If you can help for a day, several days or a few hours we would be grateful for your assistance. Wednesday, December 20th at St James Church beginning at 9 am Thursday, December 21st at Holy Redeemer Church beginning at 9 am Friday, December 22nd at Holy Redeemer Church beginning at 9 am For further informa on, contact Claire in the parish offices.

6 OUR COMMUNITY YOUR PARISH IS THERE FOR YOU Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners Please call the parish offices if you would like to receive Communion we will make the arrangements with the Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick. If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One Please call the parish offices. If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, our Bereavement Ministers will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors and offer you helpful guidelines that will aid in the Liturgical planning of the Mass or Memorial Service. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. SENIOR SOCIAL CLUBS Everyone is Welcome! Holy Redeemer Pioneer Club meetings are on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 11 am in HR Healy Hall. St James New Beginnings meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at 11am in SJ Msgr. Barry Hall. REMINDER FOR BULLETIN ITEMS Please items for the bulletin in an editable format by the Thursday of the week before publication. Thank you! CHRISTMAS & YEAR-END GIFTS During the Advent season we ask you to reflect upon the blessings you have received throughout this year and to consider making a yare-end or Christmas gift IN GRATITUDE for these blessings in your lives. GIVE ONLINE The easiest way to make your year-end gift to Holy Redeemer St James Catholic Community is via credit or debit card. Simply visit Service & Stewardship/Giving to: Make a one-time, year-end gift (designate Christmas Year-End from the giving opportunities/second collections) Create a regular, recurring gift for the coming year BRING YOUR GIFT TO MASS Each Christmas we send all registered households a Christmas letter from Fr. Ed with a return envelope for your Christmas year-end gift. You can place your envelope in the offertory or mail to: Holy Redeemer-St James Church 2411 Montrose Ave Montrose, Ca We rely on your generosity at Christmas to continue serving and praying as one community and one body in Christ-her at Holy Redeemer-St James Catholic Community and around the world. For any questions about giving, contact Kathy McCauley at or kmccauley@hr-sj.org. Thank you for your love and generosity this Advent season and throughout the year. Servants of Holy Redeemer-St James Unified Catholic Community Ordained Servants Rev. Edward Dover, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Marc Trudeau, Weekend Support Rev. George Brincat, Pastor Emeritus-Our Lady of Lourdes Deacon Joseph Hegenbart Servant of Prayer & Worship Claire McLiam Servants of Music Ministry Amelia Acosta Andrea Anderson Michael Paul Leon Servants of Chris an Forma on Michael Paul Leon Susan Romero Trish Swords Servants of Administra on Deirdre Cascelli Christine Corrigan Kathy McCauley Doug Sinning

SERVICE & OUTREACH BROTHER S HELPERS FEEDING THOSE IN NEED... Los Angeles leads the nation with over 80,000 homeless trying to survive here on the streets of one of the largest cities in the country.

Guided by the principles and values of the Missionaries of Charity, Brothers' Helpers is on a mission to prepare nutritious meals and deliver them to the poorest of the poor in downtown Los Angeles.

Tuesday s at Holy Redeemer Healy Hall at 3pm Thursday s at St James Msgr Barry Hall at 3pm COFFEE AND DONUTS AFTER MASS Everyone is welcome in the gathering area where our parish family enjoys an

Join us for Coffee and Doughnuts following the: 8:30am Sunday Mass (proceeds going to the Archdiocese Adopt-a-Family program) 10:00am Sunday Mass First and Third Sunday of the month (Proceeds to Boy

7 SERVICE & OUTREACH BROTHER S HELPERS FEEDING THOSE IN NEED... Los Angeles leads the nation with over 80,000 homeless trying to survive here on the streets of one of the largest cities in the country. Of these 80,000 over 40% are women and children. Guided by the principles and values of the Missionaries of Charity, Brothers' Helpers is on a mission to prepare nutritious meals and deliver them to the poorest of the poor in downtown Los Angeles. We are a 100% volunteer organization. Join us today! Tuesday s at Holy Redeemer Healy Hall at 3pm Thursday s at St James Msgr Barry Hall at 3pm COFFEE AND DONUTS AFTER MASS Everyone is welcome in the gathering area where our parish family enjoys an atmosphere of friendship, community and belonging! Join us for Coffee and Doughnuts following the: 8:30am Sunday Mass (proceeds going to the Archdiocese Adopt-a-Family program) 10:00am Sunday Mass First and Third Sunday of the month (Proceeds to Boy Scout Troop 317 scouting events) LOAVES & FISHES FOOD BANK Non-perishable food collection for the hungry Holy Redeemer 2nd Sunday of each month in bins near restrooms. St. James last Sunday of each month in bins in vestibule St James Holy Redeemer School December Service Project The students are sharing the Spirit of Christmas through their annual Adopt-A-Family program. Gifts will be collected to assist families who are in crisis and provide a wonderful holiday experience for families at a critical time in their lives. VFW and American Legion Christmas Service Project The men and women of our local VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) and The American Legion posts are asking for your help. If your spouse, son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter are in ac ve duty with the United States Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, or Coast Guard, please forward their informa on: Name Rank Address To the parish office (818) The VFW and The American Legion are sending gree ngs for the holidays in gra tude and kindness to those of our parish community serving our country. Please keep in your prayers Our Service Men & Women serving in the United States military and their safe return home.. SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Did You Know?...Pay attention to signs of neglect Neglect is a form of child abuse characterized by a failure to meet a child s basic needs for nourishment, shelter, clothing, healthcare, education and so forth. Be on the lookout for signs of neglect in the children you see on a daily basis because if these needs are not met, a child may be suffering physically and emotionally. Some signs of neglect include malnourishment, poor hygiene, and insufficient medical care. For more information, and a copy of the VIRTUS article The Oft-Forgotten Type of Abuse: Neglect, visit protecting/pages/virtus-current-online-articles.aspx, or call (213)

OUR MISSION: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God.

MAY 7, 2017 FOURTH SUNDAY IN EASTER Welcome into full ini a on and to our parish family! OUR MISSION: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God. Fr. Edward