Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God

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January 31, 2016 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time But the greatest of these is love Luke 4:21 Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God

the keystones of Christian ethics. In this brief passage, he set down ideals about love that have held fast through the centuries.

1 January 31, 2016 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time But the greatest of these is love Luke 4:21 Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God THE GREAT HYMN TO LOVE It is doubtful that Saint Paul, when he sat down to write what we now know as the thirteenth chapter of First Corinthians, knew that he was penning what was to become one of the keystones of Christian ethics. In this brief passage, he set down ideals about love that have held fast through the centuries. Sometimes we may think that because these are ideals to which we aspire, we are excused from them in our daily living. But what Paul was writing was a letter to his friends, providing them with some sound advice about what it meant and still means to live in love, day by day, as a follower of Christ. We find in his words to his friends a broadening of the great commands of Jesus to love God and neighbor. Today we hear what this love must look like in our own actions, and how it ought to guide our relationships with others. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co 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 PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO OUR DISCOVERING CHRIST PROGRAM BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13TH, EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND CONFESSION WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAYS, JANUARY 12TH THROUGH TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD. Holy Redeemer Church/Offices: 2411 Montrose Ave., Montrose, CA T: (818) / F: (818) St James the Less Church: 4625 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA T: (818) / F: (818) St James Church Offices: 4651 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA Visit our Parish website:

Welcome to Holy Redeemer St James Catholic Community Ordained Servants Rev. Edward Dover, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Marc Trudeau, Weekend Support Rev. Msgr. John Foley, Pastor Emeritus-Holy Redeemer Rev.

Formation Michael Paul Leon Susan Romero Trish Swords Servants of Administration Deirdre Cascelli Christine Corrigan Kathy McCauley Doug Sinning Though we are many, we are one.

Through their ministries and education supported by funds provided through Together in Mission, recipient parishes and schools are doing just that, reaching out to their communities and making the

2 Welcome to Holy Redeemer St James Catholic Community Ordained Servants Rev. Edward Dover, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Marc Trudeau, Weekend Support Rev. Msgr. John Foley, Pastor Emeritus-Holy Redeemer Rev. George Brincat, Pastor Emeritus-Our Lady of Lourdes Servant of Prayer & Worship Claire McLiam Servants of Music Ministry Amelia Acosta Andrea Anderson Michael Paul Leon Servants of Christian Formation Michael Paul Leon Susan Romero Trish Swords Servants of Administration Deirdre Cascelli Christine Corrigan Kathy McCauley Doug Sinning Though we are many, we are one... Together In Mission 2016 Archdiocese of Los Angeles Our Holy Father Pope Francis has enlivened the Church to renew our spirit of evangelization. Through their ministries and education supported by funds provided through Together in Mission, recipient parishes and schools are doing just that, reaching out to their communities and making the message of God s love known to those around them. The funds we collect will directly benefit more than 500,000 of our Catholic brethren, and ensure our parishes and schools remain open as centers of faith and hope for the communities most in need. HR-SJ BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP This month we will discuss a classic work of fiction My Cousin Rachel, by the British novelist with a French name, Daphne Du Maurier. The group thought it a good suggestion, in part because we remember the movie, "Rebecca," adapted from another of the author's novels. Even if you haven t the time to read the book, com join us for fellowship on Friday, February 5, 7-8:30 PM in the HR Rectory!. Come Celebrate With Us Mark February 5, 2016 on your calendar to celebrate and support our school s 60th Diamond Jubilee La Canada Flintridge Country Club Time: 6:30-11:30 PM Cost: $75.00 per person Cocktail Attire Cocktails, Door Prizes, Dinner, Live Auctions, Silent Auctions and much, much more! Here s a great way to have an evening out, dress up, enjoy the company of our school and community adults AND support our school! What a way to start the New Year!!! You will be glad you were part of this fantastic event!!! Information will be distributed after each mass. For orders or questions please contact: Monette Carranceja, Co-Chair Jurate Gulbinas, Co- Chair KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS VAL- ENTINE S DINNER DANCE Saturday, February 13 6 PM-12 Midnight Dinner, Dancing, Raffle Door Prizes, Free Parking, Singles Welcome K of C Hall Strathern St., Canoga Park For Information call Leo or Angelo Event benefits the annual Ace Werth Track Meet Los Angeles Religious Education Congress 2016 Theme: Boundless Mercy The Religious Education Congress is ready to enrich & revitalize us once more. Join us February 25, (Youth Day), February 26 28, at the Anaheim Convention Center. If you have never before attended Congress, you are assured of a wonderful experience. In addition to 300 workshops, participants will enjoy liturgies and concerts. Visit to obtain a Registration Guidebook or contact your religious education office at your parish. To request a book by phone call the RE Congress information line at (213) COST: The registration fee for Congress covers admission to all events, ticketed workshops, concerts, liturgies and exhibits (name badges required) throughout the three days. Fees for the Congress days are: $80

Would you like to sing the Hallelujah chorus from the Messiah on Easter Sunday?

the Oakmont Country Club in Glendale. Meeting starts at 11:00 am, Lunch at 12:00 pm (for $30.

For reservation, please call (818)790-3485.

The choir is beginning to work on some wonderful music.

It is not too early to begin practicing for Easter.

Monday Evening Bible Study Dr. Bill Creasy is teaching on Monday evenings at St.

10 sessions for $85.00. If interested, you may register online or in person. For more information, his website is www.

Mass Intentions January 31-February 6, 2016 Sat 4:00 PM Guillermo Martinez + Marites Saribay + Sun 8:00 AM Alan &

3 Would you like to sing the Hallelujah chorus from the Messiah on Easter Sunday? The Cabrini Literary Guild invites you to its special "Sweetheart Bingo" Meeting on Saturday, February 13, 2016, at the Oakmont Country Club in Glendale. Meeting starts at 11:00 am, Lunch at 12:00 pm (for $30.00 per person), and Bingo social at 1:00 pm. Bingo card is $5.00 each, and $20.00 for 5 cards. For reservation, please call (818) Do you like to sing good choral music by such composers as Palestrina, Mendelssohn and Mozart? The choir is beginning to work on some wonderful music. Choir members will be outside after 10 am Mass at HR to answer your questions. We rehearse on Thursdays at 7:30 pm. It is not too early to begin practicing for Easter. Contact choir director Andrea Anderson through the parish office for further information. Monday Evening Bible Study Dr. Bill Creasy is teaching on Monday evenings at St. Bede, La Canada (upstairs in the John XXIII Room) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. We will be studying the Gospel of John. 10 sessions for $ If interested, you may register online or in person. For more information, his website is Mass Intentions January 31-February 6, 2016 Sat 4:00 PM Guillermo Martinez + Marites Saribay + Sun 8:00 AM Alan & Cora Alandy + Mary Jerome Sun 10:00 AM Annette Em + Kevin Layseca Sun 11:30 AM Evelyn Rivera + Daniel Gray + Sun 5:30 PM For the People Mon 8:00 AM Robert Elder + Josefina Diaz + Tue 8:00 AM Peggy Browne + Mary Briggs + Wed 8:00 AM Joe Riley + Sam Sinnott Thu 8:00 AM Ho,y Souls Michael Cosgrove + Fri 8:00 AM Keith Wheeler + Lawrence Malicden Sat 8:00 AM Suseta Ventura + Sean Mollaghan + Mass Intentions Please visit the church office if you would like to offer a Mass for a loved one. We have a selection of cards for you to send. Plan at least 3-4 months ahead of time for specific dates.

PARISH CALENDAR Parish Information Sunday, January 31, 2016 Sch Open House in SJ Msgr Barry Hall -(8:00 AM) Sch Science Fair in SJ Msgr Barry Hall - (8:00 AM) Monday, February 01, 2016 Bible Study in

4 PARISH CALENDAR Parish Information Sunday, January 31, 2016 Sch Open House in SJ Msgr Barry Hall -(8:00 AM) Sch Science Fair in SJ Msgr Barry Hall - (8:00 AM) Monday, February 01, 2016 Bible Study in HR St. John XXIII Rm (10:00 AM) Pioneer Club Senior Club in HR Healy Hall - (11:00 AM) St. Vincent de Paul in SJ PC 101 (7:00 PM) Safeguard the Children Committee in HR Elizabeth Lewis Conference Room (7:00 PM) Women of Grace in HR St John XXIII Room (7:00 PM) Tuesday, February 02, 2016 Bible Study in SJ PC 101 (9:00 AM) Brothers' Helpers Ministry in HR Healy Hall - (3:00 PM) Boy Scout Troop 303 in SJ Msgr Barry Hall -6:30 PM) Boy Scouts Troop 317 in HR Healy Hall - (6:30 PM) R.C.I.A. in HR St John XXIII Room (7:00 PM) Adoration & Confession in SJ Church (8:00 PM) Wednesday, February 03, 2016 Divine Mercy in SJ Church (9:30 AM) Cub Scout Group in SJ PC Patio (1:00 PM) Discovering Christ in HR Healy Hall - (6:45 PM) Thursday, February 04, 2016 Knitting Group in HR St. John XXIII Rm (12:00 PM) Brothers' Helpers Ministry in SJ Msgr Barry Hall -(3:00 PM) K of C Meeting in Knights of Columbus Hall (7:00 PM) Friday February 5, 2016 Book Discussion Group in HR Eliz Lewis Rm (7-8:30 PM) HR-SJ School Gala La Canada Flintridge Country Club (6:30-11:30 PM) Saturday, February 06, 2016 Baptism Session in HR Elizabeth Lewis Conference Room (10:00 AM) TV Mass for the Homebound Sunday TV Mass is available for those homebound at 9:00 AM on KDOC-TV, Channel 56 or Charter 165. Check your TV listings for cable/ satellite channels. Note: TV Mass does not meet the Sunday Mass obligation for the faithful who are able to attend in person. The Divine Mercy Prayer Group The Divine Mercy Prayer Group meets on Wednesday mornings (9:30 am) at St James Church, for approximately one hour to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet, the Divine Mercy prayers, and the Praises of the Divine Mercy. The mission of the prayer group is: Trust, Love and Mercy are the essence of the Divine Mercy Devotion. TODAY S READINGS TODAY S READINGS First Reading God appoints Jeremiah as prophet to the nations (Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19). Psalm I will sing of your salvation (Psalm 71). Second Reading Love with its many facets is the most important of the virtues (1 Corinthians 12:31 13:13 [13:4-13]). Gospel When Jesus claims his salvific mission is for all people, not just the Jews, he is expelled by the enraged members of the Nazarean synagogue (Luke 4:21-30). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

5 Bronwen Bateman John Blackman Gene Blackmun Barbara Diekmann Bill Ferguson Mike Hook J.D. Looper Dolores Maggipinto Omer Mullen Sharing Faith & Celebrating Traditions Please Pray for the Sick: Richy Reivydas Gloria Rodriguez Michele Ruegg Cindy Rutherford Thomas Sadler Tony Samaan Eleanor Spaziano Tommie Stopper Vivianne Young Bible Study Adult Bible Study at Holy Redeemer: Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. in HR St. John XXIII Room Adult Bible Study at St. James: Tuesday morning at 9:00 a.m. in the SJ Parish Center. Teen Bible Study at St. James: Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in the SJ Parish Center. Let Your Parish Be 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. 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. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares! 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. UNDERSTANDING GRIEF Sponsored by Forest Lawn Tuesday, February 16, :00-9:00PM FOREST LAWN GLENDALE LITTLE CHURCH OF THE FLOWERS 1712 S. Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA For reservations or more information contact Galen Goben , ext The next session of the Monday Bible Study group will begin on February 8th. We will be studying "The Bible and the Virgin Mary" which is a 12 week course. Anyone interested in attending is welcome to join us currently we are meeting at HR in the St. John XXIII Room from 10am until 12 noon. Thank you! John and Dolores Bromberek READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Ps 3:2-7; Mk 5:1-20 Tuesday: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 [22-32] Wednesday: 2 Sm 24:2, 9-17; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 6:1-6 Thursday: 1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12; 1 Chr 29:10-12; Mk 6:7-13 Friday: Sir 47:2-11; Ps 18:31, 47, 50, 51; Mk 6:14-29 Saturday: 1 Kgs 3:4-13; Ps 119:9-14; Mk 6:30-34 Sunday: Is 6:1-2a, 3-8; Ps 138:1-5, 7-8; 1 Cor 15:1-11 [3-8, 11]; Lk 5:1-11 Volunteer for the Bereavement Ministry If a loved one has been called home by God, the Bereavement Ministry is available to provide compassionate support in planning either the Rite of Christian Burial or a Memorial Liturgy to honor deceased loved ones please call the Parish Office if you are interested in volunteering in this helpful and compassionate ministry. Sharing Faith and Supporting Growth.an opportunity to give! By making one time or repeating donations thru On Line Giving, your gifts to Holy Redeemer-St James parish are effortless. Simply visit our website at Click on Parish Life, then Giving (On Line Giving Portal) and follow the easy instructions. If you have any questions, please call the Parish Office at Thank you for your support!

6 Sacraments Sacrament of Baptism St. James and Holy Redeemer parishes welcome all! Baptisms are held on the First Sunday during the 10 am Mass at HR Third Sunday during the 11:30 am Mass at SJ Baptism Prep (group session): First Saturday of month Please call the Parish Office at (818) 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 freshman/sophomore-age teens. Apply through the Life Teen office. Sacrament of Matrimony Please contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament! WOMEN S SILENT RETREAT FEBRUARY LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL AND SERENE GROUNDS OF THE SACRED HEART RETREAT HOUSE IN ALHAMBRA. THE RETREAT MASTER IS REV. BONAVENTURE RUMMELL, CFR. THE RETREAT THEME IS I HAVE LOVED YOU WITH AN EVERLASTING LOVE. DON T MISS THIS PERSONAL UNIQUE SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL MARY LOU BARNES AT Lenten Penance Services Deanery 6 Mar. 9 (Wed.): Holy Redeemer; St. Matthew Korean Center Mar. 11 (Fri.): St. Bede the Venerable Mar. 14 (Mon.): Incarnation Mar. 15 (Tue.): Our Lady of Lourdes; St. Bernard Mar. 16 (Wed.): St. Ignatius of Loyola; St. James the Less Mar. 17 (Thu.): Divine Saviour/St Ann (at Divine Saviour) Mar. 22 (Tue.): Holy Family Brothers Helpers Ministry Help us prepare meals for the needy in Los Angeles. For further information, please contact: Tad (818) Monday- St. Bede (St. Bede food prep 1pm) Tuesday- Holy Redeemer Wednesday La Canada Presbyterian Church Thursday St. James the Less 3:00 PM Food Prep 5:20 PM Package Food 6:00 PM Depart for La Placita Children are welcome; however they should be supervised by a parent at all times. SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL BUNDLE SUNDAY SCHEDULE AT HR-SJ 2016 April 10th at Holy Redeemer May 22nd at St,. James October 23rd at Holy Redeemer November 20th at St. James Please bring usable clothing, household items, and small appliances in good condition. All proceeds of the sales will benefit people in the community who are in need. Society of St. Vincent de Paul The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Council of Los Angeles, is part of a worldwide organization of lay Catholic men and women who are committed to live and grow in their Christian faith through prayer and personal involvement in charitable works. The Society s mission is accomplished through parish and community -based groups called Conferences (volunteers) and programs called Special Works. If you or a loved one needs help with food, clothing, bills, etc., please contact Society of St. Vincent de Paul (St.James and Holy Redeemer Conference) at the church office: x572

FAMILIES OF FAITH MONTHLY SCHEDULE HOME FAMILY WHOLE FAMILY CLASS FAMILY 1st Sunday Whole Family Catechesis 8:30am at HR HH followed by 10:00 am Mass 2nd Sunday - Home Family Catechesis 8:30am - SJ

Home Family Catechesis 8:30am SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal Children s Liturgy of the Word This ministry provides appropriate scripture readings and reflections for our

7 FAMILIES OF FAITH MONTHLY SCHEDULE HOME FAMILY WHOLE FAMILY CLASS FAMILY 1st Sunday Whole Family Catechesis 8:30am at HR HH followed by 10:00 am Mass 2nd Sunday - Home Family Catechesis 8:30am - SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal 3rd Sunday - Class Family Catechesis 8:30am SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal, followed by class 9:45-11:00am 4th Sunday - Home Family Catechesis 8:30am SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal Children s Liturgy of the Word This ministry provides appropriate scripture readings and reflections for our young minds during the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays of the month at the 8:30 AM Mass at St James. The priest dismisses the children before the lectors begin the readings and they return after the prayer of the faithful. Calling all bakers! Our Hospitality Ministry is starting home visits to welcome new parishioners. The new parishioners will be given a welcome basket including a homemade loaf of bread and a bottle of wine. If you would like to help out by making a few loaves of bread a month, please call the rectory or Trish Swords, drehrsj@gmail.com Come and see your school as we begin Catholic Schools Week Open House on Sunday, January 31 9:30am-1:00pm Our Gala Event celebrating our 60th anniversary of our school is fast approaching Please see page 2 for details. St. James Holy Redeemer School Mission St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School provide excellence in Catholic education, welcoming families from all backgrounds and embracing cultural diversity. We collaborate with parents in the formation of their child s religious, academic, physical, and creative education. Recognizing the dignity and uniqueness of each student, our staff develops curricular programs and instructional activities that address the various learning styles of our students. St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School promote in each child the skills necessary for life as a productive follower of Jesus Christ. Philosophy St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School form a family centered community based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. We recognize parents as the primary educators of their children and teachers as facilitators in the process of learning. We develop in each student a personal relationship with God and each other in a commitment to our Catholic faith through service and worship. DID YOU KNOW? SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Kik Messenger and the dangers of anonymous messages Social media sites are available to anyone with an internet connection (computer, phone, tablet). Your kids may be sharing their lives with complete strangers, and parents should be aware of the sites they use, what they share, and who their friends are. One mobile app, Kik, is regarded as the most dangerous site for internet predators, because users can send messages to anyone with a cellphone, including young children. Kik has no options for parental controls, leaving kids exposed to the entire web. To learn more about this app in the Virtus article Mobile App Danger Kik Messenger, jvienna@la-archdiocese.org.

8 Information Page-Advertising Sponsors Bulletin for Sunday: January 10, 2016 Number of Pages Sent: 1 through 7 Special Instructions: Bulletin Number: Church Name and Address: Holy Redeemer 2411 Montrose Ave Montrose, Ca Contact: Christine Corrigan Telephone: (818) (818) ccorrigan@hr-sj.org NOTE TO INCLUDE

Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God

January 24, 2016 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing Luke 4:21 Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise