February 2nd, 2014 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

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1 St. Anastasia Catholic Church February 2nd, 2014 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA Phone: Fax: Website: Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre

2 Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Feast of the presentation of the lord: Blessed are they who are what they are and do what they do for the sake of the kingdom! The Gospel today assures good stewards that their suffering and their service on behalf of the kingdom will be rewarded! Dear Parishioners, We celebrate today the Solemnity of the Presentation of the Lord and we also bless the candles that will be used in our Church throughout the year. Can you believe it? It is 40 days today since Christmas! Because of the importance of the Feast, we interrupt our study of St. Matthew s Gospel to hear the beautiful description of how the Lord was presented by Mary and Joseph in the Temple of Jerusalem and their encounter with Simeon and Anna. The words of the Gospel convey how both Simeon and Anna found great consolation in Jesus even as a Child! May we too find consolation in Jesus, especially in the power of His teachings. Today I want to highlight the Ministry of Hospitality our Ushers. One of our leaders, Pat Hendon, will be stepping down from this Ministry. Thank you so much, Pat, for your years of service. I am please to tell you that Evelio Leon will continue as the Coordinator of Ushers. We will work together to invite new members to join this important welcoming ministry. Maybe the Lord is tapping you in the shoulder??? Have a wonderful week. Devotedly, Father Gabe LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers Esther Horompoly Henry Nudson Kenneth Bowen Joe Berberich Baby Jack Espinoza Michelle Amaya Marj Patel Terry Rioux Phyllis Jones Sherryll Unsell Larry Lovett Adrian Gomez Lysa Dennehy Hector Salas Jude Keith Hebert Peggy Collins Merle Bartels Maria Magyar Angie Alvarado Peggy Schondueve Stephane Lempire Francisca Regis Gina Giron Mr. Mulligan Bill Corrigan Grant & Linda Fought Philipe Gris Evangeline Chavez Gloria & Philip Gloria & Fred Herrera Mary Alderete family Ron & Louise Wasilewski Norman Bayley Jazzmine Peluchette Eliodoro Alvarado Baby Wryan Lashuay Greg Paquin Bambi Byrons Chris Sykes Francine Rehberger Vivian Tew Sandy Dalton Carmen Pereira Baby Anastasia Wittenberg Bryce Vernon Suzanne Wheeler Victoria Mitsakos Danny Welchhance Diana Guerra Jessica Schaffhausen Brenda Rooney Vicki Garcia Barbara DeVico Juan J. Morales Juan J. Morales, Jr. Johann Hudson Lisa Dennehy Gerry Oakley Carla Roberts Peter Heredia Jack Muñoz Michael Jones John Swanson George Rader Sam Solter Ursula Lovett Jorden Aponte Tom Tyrrell Shareen Hakim Maxine & Stuart Liebman Matthew Salvo Sherry Stevens George Galip Ethel Curry Kim Calimlim Jose Gutierrez Ed Kwinn Benita Bicarme Vicky Duron Lucille Burk Delgado Martha Keglevich Jody Bruno Cathy Lee Jeanne Ahern Derek Comes Steven Appleldorn Pauline Runyan Sgt. Shawn Dorton Catherine Fleming Silvana Shinsato Nicole Shinsato Bob Sapien Bruce Randall Angelo Aparicio Jocelyn Cotlon Michelle Anaya Julietta Anaya Lisa Carfano Tim Mueller MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK SUN, 02/02 MON., 02/03 TUES., 02/04 WED., 02/05 THURS., 02/06 FRI., 02/07 SAT., 02/08 7:30 AM THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA 9:00 AM WENCE SARAMIENTO 10:30 AM GEORGE WILKERSON 12:00 PM HENRY JACK MOORE 7:30 PM DOLORES CHASE FINN 6:30 AM SR. TECLA MERB 8:00 AM KENNETH BOWEN 6:30 AM VENIDA BOWEN 8:00 AM FRANK DALAND 6:30 AM DANIEL STODDER 8:00 AM RODRIGO F. LIM, JR. 6:30 AM THANKSGIVING MASS FOR FAMILY 8:00 AM RODRIGO F. LIM, JR. 6:30 AM AMIE STODDER 8:00 AM ESPERANZA DALAND 8:00 AM KATHY COLBURN 5:30 PM HANK SINNOCK Birthday Anniversary Memorial Support HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A PRIEST? Visit:

3 Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Reflection on Today s Readings: FOCUS: In Christ our suffering takes on deeper meaning. When Simeon recognizes the Child Jesus as the Savior, he notes that He will save us through a suffering that will pierce His mother s heart. That suffering of the Son of God reveals that, in our daily sufferings, we can find hope in the Savior who knows what our pain feels like and can give it deeper meaning. LITURGY OF THE WORD: The first reading is from Malachi who tells of the coming Savior. The Letter of the Hebrews relates that Jesus became one of us so that He could redeem us; so that, being one of us, His suffering could transform our own. Luke provides the scene of the presentation of the Child Jesus, where Simeon recognizes the Savior. Masses: Sat: 5:30 pm. Sun: 7:30 am. Sun: 9:00 am. Sun: 10:30 am. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 pm. Next Week - Celebrating Our Faith Sat., Feb. 8th & Sun., Feb. 9th, th Sunday in Ordinary Time Celebrants: Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Gonzales Fr. Tom Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox Msgr. Gonzales Celebrants for this week, 2,1-2, 2014: Msgr. Cox: 5:30 pm & Confessions; Fr. Tom: 7:30 am; Msgr. Vadakin: 9 am; Msgr. Gonzales: 10:30 am; Msgr. Cox: 12 Noon; Msgr. Gonzales: 7:30 pm. The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at , or the Rectory Office at SATURDAY CONFESSIONS: 3:30-5 pm & 7:30-8 pm ** Msgr. Vadakin ** We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical passages that will be proclaimed at all Masses next Sunday: Reading 1: Reading 2: Gospel: Is 58: Cor 2:1 5 Mt 5:13 16 *~* Meeting Jesus at the Movies for Kids *~* Pauline Book and Media Center What: Screening + Light refreshments + conversation about finding seeds of the Gospel in the story for children ages When: Monthly on the following Saturdays from 1:30 to 4 pm (the program starts 1:30 pm). 2/15 Wreck It Ralph 3/22 Mighty Macs 4/5 Rise of the Guardians 5/17 Never Ending Story Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend with their children. The event is free - donations for refreshments are appreciated. For more information, please contact Sr. Jennifer Tecla, at PCMS@paulinemedia.com, or at KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH FRY: We invite everyone to our next Fish Fry Dinner of the season scheduled for Fri., Feb. 7 th. Adults are $9 & children $8. Dinner served between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Takeout available. Our Hall is located at 8049 W. Manchester Blvd. (310) To Receive Holy Communion, (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound). Please call Gloria Bowen, , Eucharistic Minister to the sick. To have the name (s) included in our prayers, please call the Rectory Office at Theology Connection - Connecting Faith & life Tuesday, February 4, 2014, Dr. Charlotte Radler, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Theological Studies, LMU Women Mystics - Join us from 7:30-9 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at The Coffee Connection, A Ministry of the Vineyard Christian Fellowship-Westside, 3838 S. Centinela Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066; Free Parking! westlacafe.com. Each session is recognized as one hour of ongoing education for recertification by the Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education. No Reservations Necessary. There is no fee; Donations Gratefully Accepted For more information visit our website at theologyconnection.org. Sponsored by St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Community Ohio Ave., LA, CA 90024, A Ministry of the Paulist Fathers. Catholic Daughters meet on the first Saturday of each month, at 9:15 am, in the Visitation Parish Center. Meetings are preceded with mass and the rosary, beginning at 8:00.Please consider joining us. The Catholic Daughters Busy Hands Crafters meet every second Tuesday of the month. Please join us on Feb. 11th, at 1:00 pm., in the St. Jerome Senior Center. If you have any crafting talents, such as knitting or crocheting, come and join us! Catholic Daughters is planning their annual White Elephant Sale at St Jerome Parish Hall on all Wednesday nights during Lent. We would appreciate any donations of jewelry, knicknacks, etc. All proceeds are used for our charities. Please call Kathy Fitzpatrick at or

4 Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith If you are waiting to receive you new parishioner registration packet - please know that we are changing software companies and there will be a delay! Your patience is greatly appreciated! Thank you. St. Anastasia Catholic School Parish Ball and Silent Auction Donations! We are currently preparing for our annual Parish Ball and Silent Auction to be held on March 1, 2014 at the Westin Hotel, LAX in Los Angeles. We are asking our Parish members, neighboring businesses and families to support our event by donating an item or service to the Silent Auction or becoming an Event Sponsor. If you would like to donate to our fundraising event or know someone who would like to support our event, please contact Jackie Aguilera at jackie.aguilera@bingham.com or This is a great way for local businesses, neighbors and friends to market their services to our Parish families while contributing to St. A s Catholic School. All contributions are greatly appreciated and no contribution is too small. CONSTANT FAITH If you remain constant in faith in the face of trial, the Lord will give you peace and rest for a time in this world, and forever in the next. St. Jerome Emiliani Bethlehem, Egypt, Westchester? Will the Traveling Holy Family Visit *You* This Year? St. Anastasia's Traveling Holy Family program has been utilized by dozens of families over the years as a way to foster family faith sharing and encourage prayerful time at home. For those who wish to participate for the 2014 year list, please contact Regina StAnastasiaHolyFamily@gmail.com or leave a message at the Rectory, Also, look for a new on-line travel journal where photos and stories can be shared exclusively with fellow participants. This is a unique, spiritual, and interactive experience for all who participate! Traveling Holy Family # 1 S & D Martin Family 2/02/2014 M. Alvarez Family 2/09/2014 Traveling Holy Family # 2 Thorpe Family 2/02/2014 Thorpe Family 2/09/2014 HAWAIIAN RAFFLE TICKETS ON SALE AFTER MASS - The 8th grade class will be selling raffle tickets in the courtyard after Mass. Please stop by, buy some tickets, and support our school. Thank you! Why gut feelings have value when preventing child abuse - Once a caregiver is selected, the family should be alert to any changes in the child's behavior. A child, who suddenly becomes withdrawn, clingy, or reluctant to be with their caregiver, may be experiencing abuse. Talk with your children and encourage them to be open about their feelings. Keep in mind the abuse may be verbal, physical, or involve neglect. For more information or to request the article, Family dog nabs child abuser. Why gut feelings have value when preventing child abuse, jvienna@la-archdiocese.org February 3rd is the Feast of St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr. We ll bless throats at the 6:30 and 8 am Mass. Fact of Life: "Gimme Shelter": Your Right to Choose This Movie (Excerpts from Article from LifeNews.com) What happens when a teenager who came into the world as an unplanned teenage pregnancy ends up with an unplanned pregnancy of her own? This is the plot of "Gimme Shelter," a new movie. It's amazing that this film has been made, and more amazing that it's studded with stars. Not only Vanessa Hudgens, but Rosario Dawson, Brendan Fraser, and James Earl Jones play major roles. Inspired by the real-life story of Kathy DiFiore, the founder of several Sources Shelters, writer and director Ronald Krauss wrote his original screenplay while spending a year in a shelter for pregnant teens, and based it on the lives of several of the shelter mothers. Brendan Fraser asked to be in the movie after reading the script, and spent time in the shelters with the mothers and babies. On the last day of shooting, he quietly told Kathy that he was donating his salary to the shelter.

5 ALTAR CARE MINISTRY Bake Sale Fundraiser When: Sunday, February 16th Time: After 7:30, 9, 10:30 am and 12 Noon Masses. Here is your chance to celebrate Valentine s Day again! Open your hearts by purchasing our delicious treats available for sale. Baked cookies, pies, cakes and donuts! Tamales will be available for sale!! All proceeds to be used for the purchase of new Communion Cups. COME OUT AND SUPPORT OUR CHURCH! Volunteers for bake goods and help with selling are welcome. Call Dolores Saenz for ST. ANASTASIA SOCIAL CLUB NEWS We are sorry to announce that the Jean, NV and Las Vegas Casino Trip scheduled for February has been CANCELLED. Please contact Laurette about your refund. Join us for a bus trip to Palm Springs on Wednesday, May 7, to see the final season of the fabulous Palm Springs Follies. This will be your last opportunity to see this show, famous for its high-kicking senior chorus girls. The trip price is $80, and includes the cost of the show ticket, bus, and gratuities. Lunch is on your own. Contact Laurette at for reservations or more information. Hurry this trip should fill fast. Payment must be received by March 10. Ministry in Community Updates: 1. Confirmation sponsor Forms are now due (year 1 and 2). 2. Year 2 Retreat - Weekend, February 7-9 in Calabasas - permission forms are now being accepted. 3. Youth Day in Anaheim Thursday, March 13 - registration is now open, please request a permission form via cgrove-reyes@st-anastasia.org or by calling the office. Limited tickets are available for $30 including transportation. The Presentation of the Lord, February 2, 2014 He had to become like his brothers and sisters in every way. - Hebrews 2:17a The Knights of Columbus invite you to Monte Carlo Knights at 7:00 pm on 15 February, at 8049 Manchester Avenue. For $30 each, $50 for a couple, you can feel and play like a High Roller in Las Vegas! Craps, Roulette, Black Jack and More! Proceeds go to youth scholarship IMPORTANT REMINDERS! This Monday, February 3rd, Baptism Class, Parish Hall 7:15 pm. Call the Rectory Office for more Wednesday, February 5th: 1. Men s Morning Hour; attending 6:30 am Mass, reflection-discussion to follow in the Rectory Office. 2. Chronic Pain Support Group (which meets the first Wednesday of each month) in the Parish Hall (Basement) from 7 to 8:30 pm. For info or question, please call Patrick or Patty NO SCHOOL Teacher Inservice Day. Thursday, February 6th, MOMS, Rectory Office, 10:30 am. Friday, February 7th, First Friday School 11 am. Sunday, February 9th, Nurses Ministry, Blood Pressure Readings in Diamond Courtyard after the 10:30 am and 12 Noon Masses.

6 St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA Office Fax Website: SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (School in session) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30-5 PM & 7:30-8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30-9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of family BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office or Fred & Esmeralda MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory. FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory Office, INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PRIEST OR IN RELIGIOUS LIFE? Call the Office for Vocations, LITURGICAL MINISTRIES Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick Jan & Herb Masi Ministers of the Word... Carl Pentis Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita Altar Care Dolores Saenz Liturgy Committee Richard Arias PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A. Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Catrina Grove-Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Olivier Chaine PTO-Parent Teacher Organization Betsy Sichi ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch Confirmation Catrina Grove-Reyes Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Parish Finance Council Jim Healy Pastor Advisory Council Site Committee Stefan Politz Men s Club Chris Turkmany Knights of Columbus Arts and Education Jayne Cram Stewardship J.S.Paluch - Wendy Schatan, Bulletin Ads (Back cover) St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA Office Website: school.st-anastasia.org school@st-anastasia.org PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin Prayer Group English Lori Mountain Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis Ben Oakley Respect Life Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger Karen Diaz St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell St. Margaret s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo Adopt-A-Family Rose and Matt Fissinger Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta Nurses Ministry Nancy Reilly Pen Pal Project - Prison Ministry jeanne@pieper.com Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger Men s Spirituality Joe Berberich Shad Meshad Men s Morning Hour MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty LITURGICAL MINISTRIES (Continues ) Altar Server Committee: Herb Masi Patrick Doherty Maura Reznik