Our Resurrection. For Reflection

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2 April 2, 2017 Fifth Sunday of Lent (A) Ez 37:12 14 Rom 8:8 11 Jn 11:1 45 Our Resurrection Piece: The Resurrection of Lazarus, 1946 Artist: Pietro Annigoni Location: Vatican Museums T he raising of Lazarus is a decisive miracle in Christ s public ministry. It leads to increased hostility and gives the Jewish leaders both an excuse and a motivation to actively seek the death of Jesus. This Gospel episode is so important that John dedicates an entire chapter to the story. What is the most important message of this miracle? Without faith in Jesus, there is no resurrection. A fitting message for an artist painting in Europe right after World War II. Looking at the painting of Annigoni, Mary is at the feet of Jesus while Martha is on her feet pouring out her heart. The artist evokes a landscape of death and destruction, one too often observed in postwar Europe. Colors of decay abound. Stones are piled up like rubble. The trees are burnt, scrawny, and twisted as if after an air raid. It is ugly, rugged, barren, and dry. A small group of people have gathered to weep at the tomb. Jesus is the only source of color and life. After Martha affirms her faith in Jesus and the resurrection, he lifts up his hand and calls out. The onlookers peer inside, perhaps having heard the sounds of rustling coming from the cave. The message of this artwork is clear to anyone struggling with the bondage of a destructive past. Jesus wants to speak words of life and raise us from the grips of death, war, and despair. Believe in Jesus and he will raise you up! Fr. Mark Haydu, LC For Reflection How is your Lenten journey bringing you deeper in faith and closer to new life in Jesus? Has Jesus raised you from destruction or despair? How? If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit that dwells in you (Romans 8:11). L Liguori Publications 2017 Liguori, MO a resurrección de Lázaro es un milagro decisivo en el ministerio público de Cristo. Esto conduce a una mayor hostilidad y da a los líderes judíos una excusa y una motivación para buscar activamente la muerte de Jesús. Este episodio evangélico es tan importante que Juan dedica un capítulo entero a la historia. Cuál es el mensaje más importante de este milagro? Sin fe en Jesús, no hay resurrección. Un mensaje apropiado para una pintura de artista en Europa justo después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Mirando la pintura de Annigoni, María está a los pies de Jesús mientras Marta está en sus pies derramando su corazón. El artista evoca un paisaje de muerte y destrucción, observado con demasiada frecuencia en la Europa de la posguerra. Los colores de la decadencia abundan. Las piedras se amontonan como escombros. Los árboles están quemados, escamosos, y retorcidos como si después de un ataque aéreo. Es feo, escarpado, estéril y seco. Un pequeño grupo de personas se han reunido para llorar en la tumba. Jesús es la única fuente de color y vida. Después de que Marta afirme su fe en Jesús y la resurrección, levanta su mano y grita. Los espectadores miran por dentro, tal vez habiendo oído los sonidos del crujido procedentes de la cueva. El mensaje de esta obra es claro para cualquier persona que lucha con la esclavitud de un pasado destructivo. Jesús quiere hablar palabras de vida y levantarnos de las garras de la muerte, la guerra y la desesperación. Crea en Jesús y él lo resucitará!

3 Calendar Monday April 3 Dn 13:1 9, 15 17, 19 30, Jn 8:1 11 Tuesday April 4 Nm 21:4 9 Jn 8:21 30 Wednesday April 5 Dn 3:14 20, 91 92, 95 Jn 8:31 42 Thursday April 6 Gn 17:3 9 Jn 8:51 59 Friday April 7 Jer 20:10 13 Jn 10:31 42 Saturday April 8 Ez 37:21 28 Jn 11:45 56 Sunday April 9 Palm Sunday Is 50:4 7 Phil 2:6 11 Mt 26:14 27:66 What happened to hellfire and brimstone preaching, like I remember from parish missions in my younger years? Hellfire and brimstone recalls Genesis 19:24: The Lord rained down sulfur upon Sodom and Gomorrah, fire from the Lord out of heaven. It refers to a harsh preaching style and doom and gloom content focused on God s wrath, punishment, and hell. Puritans those English Calvinists who colonized Massachusetts in the 1600s adhered strongly to their belief in eternal damnation, innate sin, and diabolical power. Likewise, American Baptists were known to out-calvin Calvin in their preaching. While Catholics also adhere strongly to our belief in the possibility of eternal damnation, innate sin, and evil forces, we believe in the grace of baptism to remove original sin, the outpouring of God s grace to strengthen our weakness due to original sin, and in the extraordinary power of conversion to prevent everlasting damnation. To that end, parish missions and revivals strengthen the spiritual life of the faithful and welcome lapsed Catholics. Preaching orders have been conducting missions since their earliest days in America. Saint Alphonsus encouraged his Redemptorist missionaries to be lions in the pulpit and lambs in the confessional. One preacher in the 1850s described the fires of hell with such intensity that the nearby fire engine crew was mistakenly dispatched to the church to extinguish the conflagration. Yet the fire most desirable during a mission is the one in people s hearts for God. Fear of God means a dread for God s judgment, but it can also mean a reverential marvel for God. Many preachers today prefer to instill that awe for God s inviting mercy instead of a paralyzing fear of God s anger. Fr. Byron Miller, CSsR sundaybulletin@liguori.org A Word From Pope Francis Whoever experiences [the joy of the Resurrection] becomes a witness of the Resurrection...He or she is then capable of carrying a ray of light of the Risen One into various situations,...bringing serenity and hope. Regina Caeli, St. Peter s Square, April 21, 2014 POPTIKA/SHUTTERSTOCK 2017 Liguori Publications, Liguori, MO Printed in U.S.A. Imprimatur: In accordance with CIC 827, permission to publish has been granted on October 7, 2016, by the Reverend Monsignor Mark S. Rivituso, Vicar General, Archdiocese of St. Louis. Permission to publish is an indication that nothing contrary to teaching is contained in this work. It does not imply any endorsement of the opinions expressed in the publication; nor is any liability assumed by this permission. No part of this work may be used in any form without the prior written permission of Liguori Publications. Scripture texts in this work are taken from New American Bible, revised edition 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., Washington, DC. All Rights Reserved. Design: John Krus. To order Liguori Sunday Bulletins, call , or visit Liguori.org.

4 MASS INTENTIONS Apr 3, Apr 9, 2017 M 7:30AM Int Nena Bangal T 7:30AM Int Tito Bangal W 7:30AM Int Manuel & Maria Costa int & Family Th 7:30AM Yvonne Santos F 7:30AM int Mary Nunez Sat 8:30AM Teresa Bruzzer 5:00 Ancestors & Benefectors Do Family 7:00 Amos & Elizabeth Njeru Sun 7:30AM Rose Wallace 9:00AM Alice Marie Piekarczyk 11:00AM Enzo & Joan DiRegolo 1:00 Int People of God 7:00 Leo Lombardo REGULAR Mass Schedule Busy Bees Activities REMEMBER IN PRAYER Apr 3, Apr 9, 2017 We are looking for people to join our Thursday group. We socialize, pray together, enjoy a meal and play bingo. We also have guest speakers. We would love to have you join us. Thursday Apr 6, Noon - Potluck followed by Bingo. Dessert provided by. Addie Newcomb to speak to the group regarding Lent. As always, if you come in late, sit by the door so as not to disturb others. Thursday Apr 13, will be closed for Senior Activities - Holy Thursday. Mark Your Calendars: All Saints Senior Tea will be Saturday, May 6th, from 1 to 4pm in the Gym. The tickets will be $30 each. For more information or to reserve a table, please contact Diana DeJesus at The proceeds from last year helped us to pay 50%+ for the new chairs and tables in the Senior. Thank you for your support. NEED HELP HEARING THE MASS? Members of our faith community who are ill, including: Evangelina Ford Sharnice Cyprien Jorge Angel Susan Roefush Also members of our faith community who have died, including: Conchita dela Cruz David Garcia Johnny Guevara All Saints is fortunate to have assisted listening devices for those who have problems hearing the Mass. Please ask one of the ushers to show you where the easy to use devices are located. We want everyone to hear the Word of God. Todos los Santos esta afortunado de tener dispositivos para los que tienen problemas de audición de escuchar la Misa. Por favor,pregunte a uno de los ujieres que le muestre donde están los dispositivos ubicados. Queremos que todos escuchan la Palabra de Dios. ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH (510) Fr. Ramon Gomez, Ext. 131 Pastor frramon914@gmail.com CLERGY Rev. Michael Castori, SJ castoriallsaints@gmail.com Rev. Alberto Pérez tapatio1981@gmail.com Deacon Larry Quinn dnlarry.allsaints@gmail.com Deacon Rudi Fernandes rqnj1949@aol.com Deacon Jorge Angel angel881@pacbell.net LITURGY Music Ministry Allen del Rosario Ext. 140 allend@gmail.com FAITH FORMATION FF Coordinator: Jean Easterly Ed. D. j3ast3rly@sbcglobal.net Angelica Hernandez angelica.allsaints@gmail.com (510) : Minnie McElhatton Confirmation Coordinator minnieasym@gmail.com Young Adult Ministry: Gwen Ramos allsaintshaywardyam@gmail.com (510) School Principal: Jennifer Diaz (510) Ext.118 jdiaz@csdo.org & Men s Ministry: Chuck Kennedy chuck.allsaints@gmail.com OUTREACH Social Ministry Outreach: Chuck Kennedy chuck.allsaints@gmail.com CSUEB Ministry: Eunice Park Campus Minister csueb.catholicministry@gmail.com CHURCH OFFICE Lety Arechiga ext. 122 larechiga.allsaints@gmail.com Delores Nnam ext. 120 dnnam.allsaints@gmail.com Carol Kennedy ext. 124 carolk.allsaints@gmail.com

5 All Saints Catholic Weekly Calendar & Facilities Reservations APRIL (ABRIL) 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00 AM - 2:30 Fundraiser 9:00 AM - 12:00 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CLOW 9:30 AM - 12:00 10:00 AM - 12:00 11:00 AM - 12:30 2:00-4:00 Community - 2:30-3:30 Over-Eaters Anonymous 5:30-9:00 SPRED Latino Cursillo 7:00-10:00 Fil-Am Ministry 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Tuesday Morning Breakfast Parent Workshop 6:30-8:00 - Men's 4th Day - KOC Boy Scouts Troop 876 9:00 AM - 3:00 2:30-4:00 School - Robotics Class 6:00-8:30 Taize Rehearsal 7:00-10:00 Young Adults 9:00 AM - 3:00 12:00-3:00 Staff Meeting Rectory 5:30-8:30 7:00-10:00 Rehearsal Encuentro Matrimonial Community 7:30-9:30 Baptism Class - English 8:00-10:00 Choir-7pm 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM School Mass 10:00 AM - 4:00 3:00-5:00 5:30-9:00 Taize 5:30-8:30 Lenten Soup 7:00-9:30 Spanish Bible Study Light of the Spirit Community :00 AM - 2:30 Fundraiser 10:00 AM - 12:00 Finance Council 11:00 AM - 12:30 12:00-7:00 2:00-6:00 St. Francis of Assis - 2:30-3:30 Over-Eaters Anonymous 10:30 AM - 12:00 FF - Bible Study 11:00 AM - 7:00 5:00-6:00 Altar Server Training 5:30-9:00 SPRED Fil-Am Ministry Latino Cursillo Black Catholics Ministry of the Sick 7:00-8:30 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Tuesday Morning Breakfast 5:00-6:00 Altar Server Training 6:00-10:00 Knights of Columbus 4th Day Cursillo - Women's Bride's Room 6:30-8:00 Men's 4th Day - KOC Boy Scouts Troop 876 ASFAM :00 AM - 3:00 11:00 AM - 7:00 11:00 AM - 7:00 2:30-4:00 School - Robotics Class 5:00-6:00 Altar Server Training 6:30-8:00 Toastmasters Liturgy Commission 9:00 AM - 3:00 5:30-8:30 6:00-7:00 Latino Leaders 6:30-8:30 Bride's Room 6:30-8:30 7:00-10:00 Rehearsal 7:00-8:00 Guadalupanos 8:00-10:00 Choir-7pm 3:00-5:00 6:30-8:30 Bride's Room 6:30-8:30 7:00-9:30 Spanish Bible Study Liturgy Commission :00 AM - 9:00 8:30 AM - 12:00 St. Vincent de Paul 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 9:30 AM - 6:00 10:00 AM - 4:00 3:00-8:00 Family Night 4:30-8:30 Fundraiser Community - Faith Formation 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 9:00 AM - 5:00

6 March Collections Regular contributions: Monthly Mass Contributions $41,477 $ 41,605 Total Faith Direct 17,718 $ 17,998 Total March 2017 $59,195 $ 59,603 Total to date $ 173,876 $ 185,701 Budget (Minimum needed) $ 182,000 $ 193,700 Special Collections: Catholic Relief Services $ 500 $ 634 Easter Flowers $ 543 $ 938 St Vincent de Paul $ 3,669 $ 4,027 RAFFLE TICKETS SOLD TO DATE 149-2,851 MORE TO SELL! Please pray everyday one Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be for the success of our current Fundraiser - thank you! office hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday Saturday 9:00am to 2:00pm (limited services) Horas de oficina de la Iglesia: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Lunes - Viernes 9:00 am-2:00 pm Sábado - servicios limitados Gospel Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD; LORD, hear my voice! -- Psalm 130:1 Did You Know? Funds given to the special collection on the 1st Sunday of the month are primarily used to provide tuition assistance for active parish families to send their children to All Saints School. About 10% of the funds are used to provide active adults with opportunities for retreats and special classes. ALL SAINTS CHURCH SPRING 2017 RAFFLE! Only $20.00 per ticket GRAND PRIZE WINNER WILL RECEIVE $10,000!!!! 5 Consolation Prizes IPad Air2 for 5 Lucky Winners!!! DRAW DATE May 28, 2017 Buy your Tickets Now Before they run out! GREEN CORNER Toxic chemicals are everywhere. If you have ever worried about your drinking water ask yourself. What products am I using to clean my home, do laundry, wash dishes/hands? Are they nontoxic? After it goes down the drain it goes to the Public Water Treatment then back to the tap. Consider using eco friendly products in & around your home. Share questions or ideas at allsaintsgreeninitiative@gmail. com.

7 Easter Salubong The Meeting (of the Risen Christ and the Blessed Mother) Sunday, April 16, 2017 Gathering Locations: Women School at 7:00 am Men Room at 7:00 am Processions Start: Salubong : Mass : 7:10 am 7:20 am Immediately after the Meeting