26th Sunday I N O R D I N A R Y T I M E. September 25th, Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre

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1 26th Sunday I N O R D I N A R Y T I M E September 25th, W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA Phone: Fax: Website: parish@st-anastasia.org Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre

2 St. Anastasia Catholic Church, Los Angeles, California 26th Sunday in ordinary time September 25th, 2011 O Lord, you had just case to judge men as you did: because we sinned against you and disobeyed your will. But now show us your greatness of heart, and treat us with your unbounded kindness. Daniel 3:31, 29, 30, 43, 42 Reflection on Today s Readings: FOCUS: We have the choice: to acknowledge and imitate the ways of Christ or not - God sent His son Jesus to save and redeem us, and calls us to be humble and obedient. While God desires all to be saved, He forces nothing upon us and honors our choices. Still, we have free will, so it is up to us to choose to be obedient or not. LITURGY OF THE WORD: In the first reading, Ezekiel explains that God will judge souls by their personal choices, conduct and repentance. In the second reading, believers are called to imitate the humility, obedience and service of Christ. In the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of two sons. One followed their father s command, and the other said he would, but did not. FACT OF LIFE HHS Violates Conscience Rights In implementing the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the Health Resources and Services Administration [ HRSA ] of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [ HHS ] recently issued guidelines requiring almost all private health plans to cover contraception and sterilization as preventive services for women. On August 3, HHS published an interim final rule that references these guidelines, and allows HRSA to implement a very narrow and inadequate religious exemption. This action poses an unprecedented threat to the religious freedom of individuals and institutions.... Until now, no federal law has required private health plans to cover these. HRSA s statement that these recommendations do not include abortifacient drugs is misleading.... [However] the mandate includes drugs that may cause an abortion both before and after implantation. The public comment period on this interim final rule ends September 30. The Bishops of the U.S. have requested the faithful to express opposition to the new rules. For details go to Prayer for Life: Lord, fill your people with new hope. Make us vessels of hope to all around us, especially as we engage in the difficult work protecting human life. May we experience the peace and joy that come only from you. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. MASS INTENTIONS Sun., 09/25 7:30 AM. RON AMATO 9:00 AM. PARISHIONERS OF ST. A S 10:30 AM. GEORGE WILKERSON + 12:00 NN. ANN CASWELL + 7:30 PM. SPECIAL INTENTION Mon., 09/26 6:30 AM. SUSANA GONZALEZ p 8:00 AM. ESPERANZA RODRIGUEZ Tue., 09/27 6:30 AM. US MILITARY FORCES 8:00 AM. MARIA LIJEWSKI + Wed., 09/28 6:30 AM. ADALBERTO GONZALEZ JR. p 8:00 AM. LEILA N. DRISSI p Thurs., 09/29 6:30 AM. THANKSGIVING MASS 8:00 AM. SPECIAL INTENTION Fri., 09/30 6:30 AM. MAGGIE KOHLY p 8:00 AM. SPECIAL INTENTIONS Sat., 10/01 8:00 AM. EDWARD PERPIGNAND + 5:30 PM. FOR THE MORAL INTEGRITY OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS p Birthdays and Ì Anniversaries!! LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers Please let us know about the condition of those we re praying for. We ll keep/remove their name(s) as requested, after the first few weeks. Bernice Cubie Elizabeth Drake George Galip Ethel Curry Kim Calimlim Virginia Benitez (and unborn baby) Mary Witteman Fran Wilkerson Edward Jon Clites Ed Kwinn Benita Bicarme Helen Grisby Connie Kane Julia Cox Donna House Jeff Bristol Lucille Burk Delgado Emmeline Mallo Randy Huartson Martha Keglevich Gerald Stutts Jody Bruno Shirley Spehar Bertha Marcinkus Jeanne Ahern Baby Jack Muñoz Bonnie Hocksteen Sheila Moore Joseph Rehberger Derek Comas Janice Hatzikian Kenneth Rivin Luanne Sinski ËTo 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, call the Parish Office at ^ Ì The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at , or call the Rectory Office at , x42. St. A s Bible Study meets in the morning from 9-10:30 am (Rectory Office) and in the evening from 7:30-9 pm (Parish Hall Basement). If you would like to join us, please call Susan Senia at or at smsenia@gmail.com. RCIA Are You Interested In Becoming Catholic? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is our greatest joy, as well as our Mission as a Catholic community, to welcome new members. The RCIA is a process of formation and education for those interested in learning about and experiencing the Catholic faith. The process is designed for those baptized in other Christian traditions, baptized Catholics who never received the Sacrament of Eucharist, some who have been away from our faith, or anyone interested in our Catholic faith. It is a faith journey that encourages individuals to broaden and deepen their prayer life, to know God through the Scriptures, to come to know themselves more and to participate more in the parish life. For questions or info, please call Jonette Mauch at SAVE THE DATE: Sun., October 9, from 1-4 pm It's the 14th Annual St. A s Family Picnic! Bring your beach chairs & towels and come join the fun. In n' Out burgers, music, drinks and games for all! Don't miss it!

3 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Ministries in Action September 25th, th Sunday of Ordinary Time - The first son in today s Gospel said he would do his father s bidding, but did not. The second son balked at first, but then repented and did as he was asked. What service is God calling me to do? Which son am I more like? Office of Assistance Ministry assists victims - The Office of Victims Assistance Ministry of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles was created in April 2002 to deal with allegations of past or current sexual abuse by clergy, religious and any lay person working or volunteering for the archdiocese. The office was charged with creating a safe and compassionate environment for victims to come forward, while ensuring that civil authorities are notified and victims are provided counseling and other assistance in the healing process. To contact the Office of Victims Assistance Ministry, please call Suzanne Healy, director, at (213) The hotline number to report sexual abuse is For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at (213) St. Anastasia Social Events Group: Have you been waiting for news of Msgr. Vadakin s annual fall trip??? Here it is! October 12, 2011 at 8:30 am we are leaving the St A s parking lot for a tour of a Buddhist temple and a Mexican museum. In the morning we will tour Hsi Lai Buddhist Temple in Hacienda Heights where we will learn about Chinese culture and the Buddhist religion. In the afternoon we will tour the Homestead Museum on its six-acre historical site nestled among the busy streets of the City of Industry. This tour will provide us a unique way to look at Southern California s history when this land was still part of Mexico, through the 1920s. We ll return about 4:15pm, filled with new information about our Chinese and Mexican neighbors. Cost? Only $15 (lunch on your own). RSVP to Laurette by Oct. 8 to join this educational and fun day outing. Welcoming the New Roman Missal, Third Edition Words of the Week - Some of the words used in the new translation of the Mass may be unfamiliar to some Catholics. Each week we will provide the definitions of some key words which may help to increase your understanding of the rich theology that underlies these texts. Definitions are from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, second edition. Intercessor: One who makes a petition on behalf of others. Our unique intercessor is Jesus Christ, who intercedes on our behalf with the Father (see Rom 8:34). The priest at Mass acting in the person of Christ intercedes on behalf of the whole Church. Dear Parishioners, Today, Sunday, we will have VIRTUS training Safeguard the Children. The details are in a bulletin insert. I did however want to take advantage of the opportunity to remind all our parishioners about our Church commitment. For their protection, children must be supervised at all times. I especially am grateful to all our parishioners for being vigilant on this matter. And our parish community is particularly blessed by the work of Rose Fissinger and Karen Diaz, so that our parish facilities are safe. Our School Consultative Board has done an enormous amount of work to make sure that our school provides quality Catholic education. At the board meeting this past week, Karl Altergott was elected as the Chairman of the Board. Karl has been very involved along with a good number of others on the Science Committee of the Board, and will no doubt bring lots of skills in his new role. I also would like to express grateful thanks to Cheryl Hesse Fong for her tremendous leadership as she steps down as Chair. The organizational ability and dedication to the strategic plan for the school are part of the reason why St. Anastasia Catholic School is a shining example of quality Catholic Education. Have a good week!!! Devotedly yours, Fr. Gabe Getting to know...megan Hanley - My name is Ms. Hanley, and I am the new 7 th grade Homeroom and 7 th /8 th grade Language Arts teacher. It has always been an aspiration of mine to teach at a Catholic School ever since I attended Catholic Elementary School for nine years. The balance between a rigorous curriculum and loving environment, integrated with the Catholic faith is what made my experiences there so memorable. My years at a Catholic school were truly a gift, and it is my honor to continue on this valuable gift at St. Anastasia. Last year I taught 6 th grade at St. Mary of the Assumption School which is located in the northern most region of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. I absolutely loved teaching middle school, and I feel so blessed to now be teaching at St. Anastasia. In 2009 I graduated from The California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo. As an undergrad I majored in English, and then I continued on to receive both my Multiple Subject and Single Subject English teaching credentials. I look forward to using my education and experiences at St. Anastasia. Do you have any hobbies or special interests: In my free time I enjoy reading, staying active, sports, spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, and playing on my ipad! What is one thing you are looking forward to this year: I m looking forward to integrating the ipad into the curriculum! Is there anything else you would like to add: Everyone at St. Anastasia s has been so welcoming! I feel truly blessed to have the opportunity to teach here, and I look forward to an amazing year!

4 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Caring for Creation, Caring for the Poor September 25th, 2011 From the Music Director Any children in grades 1-5 who would like to participate in Children's Choir, are welcome to join us for rehearsals after school on Wednesdays from 3:15-3:55 p.m. in the church. The Children's Choir will sing at the 9 a.m. Mass on October 2,9,16, November 6,13, and December 4,11. In addition, the Children's Choir will sing at the Christmas Program on December 15 at 7 p.m. and on December 24 at the 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass. If you would like your child to participate, please the director at gkoppenhaver@st-anastasia.org or call , ext Greg Koppenhaver TRAVELING HOLY FAMILY SCHEDULE Attention All Parishioners: The Holy Family offers each of us a chance to experience the beauty and serenity of the "Domestic Church" in our very own homes. If you would like to be added to or removed from the list of people to host our Holy Family, please contact Suzette Sornborger at x51, or 4suz@sbcglobal.net. Thank you! Traveling Holy Family - Family 1 Lori Mountain /25/11 Bernard & Gloria Valenzuela /02/11 Traveling Holy Family - Family 2 Jim & Laure Healy /25/11 Serge & Yolanda Klishevich /02/11 Men's morning hour...' a locker room of faith' First Wednesday of the month, October 5, 2011 from 6:30-7:30 am. Attending 6:30 am Mass (which lasts about 25 minutes), followed by a reflection in the Rectory Conference Room. Questions? More info? Contact Suzette Sornborger at x 51. Ç The St. Anastasia Men's Club is starting its fifth year. This is a group for all men of the parish to participate in fun, social activities. You can get more information after Sunday Masses or by contacting Chris Turkmany at (310) or chris@southbayequitylending.com. The first event of the year is Tuesday, October 4 at Chalet Edelweiss in Westchester. Fall Book Study We have chosen Fr. Gregory Boyle s book Tattoos on the Heart for the Fall Book Study, which will take place on October 20th and 27th and November 3rd. We thought you might like to know the title in case you want to get a head-start on the book over the summer. Mark and Shelley Calde, VIRTUS TRAINING: TODAY! Sunday, September 25 th, here at St. Anastasia, Virtus Protecting God s Children Awareness Session, from 2 PM-4:30 PM in the school basement. Anyone who volunteers, in any capacity, on and off the school campus with students MUST attend this session. If you have already attended a session, you will not need to attend. Virtus Recertification Keeping the Promise Alive will be offered to our high school and junior high school parents on Sun., Sept. 25 th, from 5-6 PM in the school basement. High schools are requiring parents to show they have had Virtus or Virtus recertification within the last 4 years before they can volunteer. To register for either session go to virtus@st-anastasia.org. Any questions please Rose Fissinger at mattxandrose87@sbcglobal.net or Randie Chaine at randie@chaine.net October 16th marks the 16th Annual Celebrating Young Adults in Ministry, an event which recognizes the contribution that young adults make to the life of our local faith communities. This year our parish has chosen to honor: Tiffany Warner and Will Haas. The Celebrating Young Adults in Ministry Recognition Mass is scheduled for Sunday, October 16, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles. The celebration begins promptly at 7 pm. Archbishop Jose H. Gomes will preside at the Eucharistic Celebration. All are welcome to attend. Sat., October 1st, at 10 am, in the Church Courtyard! Everyone is invited to bring their pets and animal Friends; all species are welcome. Pets will receive individual blessings along with a St. Francis medal appropriate for affixing to collars. All animals should be brought in carriers or on leashes. Diaper Drive for Women Who Chose Life Help support women who chose life. On your next trip to the store, please pick up some diapers or wipes and place them in either crib in the church by October 31. These will be delivered to mothers and babies seeking help at a local pregnancy shelter. If you have any questions, contact Eileen Oldham at The Bishops of the United States have designated October 1-2 as Respect Life Sunday. All Masses on that weekend will specially observe and emphasize the respect and dignity due human life.

5 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time FAITH FORMATION and more September 25th, 2011 Next Week Celebrating Our Faith Sat., Oct. 1st & Sun., Oct. 2nd 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time 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 5:1-7 (139A) Phil 4:6-9 Mt 21:33-43 Masses: 5:30 pm. 7:30 am. 9:00 am. 10:30 am. 12:00 Noon 7:30 pm. Celebrants: Msgr. Gonzales Fr. Tom Msgr. Cox Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Gonzales Msgr. Gonzales CONFESSIONS: 3:30-5 pm and 7:30-8 pm ** Msgr. Gonzales ** REMINDERS... Today Sunday, September 25th, the monthly Wedding Aniversary Blessing takes place after the 12 Noon Mass. All couples married during the month of September are welcome. Today Sunday, September 25th, VIRTUS training from 2 to 4 pm, in the Basement. 5 6 pm Re-certification. Saturday, October 1st, first Saturday Eucharistic Adoration from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Saturday, October 1st, Blessing of the Animals at 10 am. Friday, October 7th, First Friday 9 am, due to School Earthquake Drill. Life Chain Sun., Oct. 2, Noon to 4pm, Olvera Plaza, downtown LA. Take a train to Life Chain, Take a stand for Life. Come when you can and stay as long as you can. ADVOCATE for Catholic principles and priorities in climate change policies - Write to your lawmakers and elected officials and urge them to act with urgency and put care for Creation, the poor, and the common good ahead of short-term special interests. Stewardship is a way of Life for St. Anastasia Church Living Faith for Kids Complete my joy by being of the same mind, with the same love, united in heart, thinking one thing. Philippians 2:2 Do you have a best friend who thinks the same things you do? Can you read each other s mind or finish each other s sentences? That joy of being known and understood is the type of unity and cooperation God wants for all His people. Jesus said, The Father and I are one (John 10:30). Now He turns and asks us to become one with Him. Let Jesus enter you in Word and Eucharist today at Mass. Then spend some time with Him in prayer this week. Familiar Insights Spiritual teachers tend to repeat themselves, and to repeat other teachers. Maybe there really aren't that many different truths to tell. Just a lot of slow, sleepy human beings like us who need to hear the basics over and over. Consider today s readings. People complain God isn t fair, and Ezekiel answers that God is more than fair. People choose their own fates, and people can change. Even evildoers can turn, do right, and live. Actions speak louder than words. A fresh new insight? Hardly. Paul tells the Philippians that he would truly be encouraged if those who claimed to be believers would, in fact, look to others interests and not their own. The proof of the pudding is in the eating. A novel idea? I don t think so. In Jesus story of the farmer and his sons, everyone knows that the one who said he wouldn t work but did is way ahead of the one who said he would work but didn t. Talk is cheap. Heard that before? Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus. - Phil 2:5 SRE FIRST EUCHARIST FAMILIES PLEASE PICK UP YOUR DVD AND YOUR BANNERS IN THE RECTORY!

6 St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA Office Fax Website: SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30AM & 8:00AM First Friday: 6:30AM, 8AM, 11AM (School in session) Saturday: 8:00AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30PM Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 10:30AM, 12 & 7:30PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30PM Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8:00AM, 11AM (during the School year) & 7:00PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30PM-5:00PM & 7:30-8:00PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30AM- 9:30AM 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 x42 or Fred & Esmeralda MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office x42. 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, x42. 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 Pat Hendon Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita Altar Care Dolores Saenz Altar Servers Ed Charette Offertory Gifts Parish Volunteers 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 Project Coordinator Ken Lance Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Shawna Wiseman Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Suzette Sornborger Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Rosemary Connolly Assistant Principal School Secretary/Bookkeeper Louise Lance Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Cheryl Hesse PTO-Parent Teacher Organization Sue Leifield 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 Shawna Wiseman Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Parish Finance Council Dave DeVito Pastor Advisory Council Libby DuBay Site Committee Jim Healy Men s Club Chris Turkmany Knights of Columbus.. Arts and Education Jayne Cram Stewardship Suzette Sornborger St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA Office Website: secretary@st-anastasia.org PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement Laure Healy Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin Ministry to the New Parishioner Rectory Office Prayer Group English Lori Mountain Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis Ben Oakley Social Justice Elizabeth O Neill Respect Life Jim & Nancy Taylor Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger Karen Diaz Career Ministry Sarah Lehne Ken Lance 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 Suzette Sornborger jeanne@pieper.com Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger Women s Faith Sharing Suzette Sornborger Men s Spirituality Joe Berberich Shad Meshad MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram Natural Family Planning Phyllis Jones Bible Study Susan Senia Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita