Padre Serra Parish. Siempre Adelante. March 23, 2014 Third Sunday of Lent

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1 Padre Serra Parish Siempre Adelante Padre Serra Church & Office 5205 Upland Road, Camarillo, CA (805) FAX:(805) Liturgies Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am Monday - Friday 8:00am Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 4:00pm Blessed Sacrament Chapel Hours Sunday - Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm Saturday 3:00pm - 9:00pm First Friday Adoration 2:00pm - 7:00pm To our newest registered parishioners, We welcome you to our Parish family. May you find peace, love, faith and fellowship. Bryan Dahlquist Maura Dahlquist Anna Dahlquist William Dahlquist Aidan Dahlquist Margaret Gavcus Patricia Holden Helen Kerrigan Paul Pavan Teresa Pavan Alina Pavan Savannah Pavan Carmel Perry Douglas Rife Roseman Rife Mike Sweeney Gabriele Sweeney Troy Sweeney Cayenne Sweeney Mary Wilson Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:30am - 8:00pm Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm After Hours Emergency (805) Serra Center Rental St. Mary Magdalen School, K Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, (805) March 23, 2014 Third Sunday of Lent

2 Page Two Padre Serra Parish March 23, 2014 Get On The Bus Get On The Bus (GOTB), a program of The Center for Restorative Justice Works, unites children, families and communities separated by crime and the criminal justice system. Children with a parent in prison are usually cared for by relatives, often grandparents. Many caregivers are unable to make the drive due to distance or expense. GOTB offers a priceless opportunity a mother s touch, a father s hug, a family photo, a private conversation and a connection with hope and healing by providing free transportation for these children and their caregivers to visit their mothers and fathers in prison. Padre Serra is proud to sponsor a bus for children to visit their fathers on June 1. How can you help? monetary donations donations of teddy bears and stamps participate in the April 1 fundraiser at Souplantation prayers for the children, their incarcerated parents, and their caregivers support our volunteers who make this bus happen Lent This Week at Padre Serra: March 25 7:30pm University Session: Mary, First Christian, George Peate, Serra Center March 26 7:30pm University Session: Crucifixion and the Shroud, Chris Knabenshue, Serra Center March 28 2:00-700pm Adoration, Chapel 7:00pm Living Last Supper, Serra Center Living Last Supper is a thought-provoking, moving portrayal of what may have gone through the minds of the apostles when the Lord said, One of you will betray me. University Highlight Let s talk about End-of-Life Care During serious illness, communication within the family about decisions for care is essential. Learn how to have meaningful communication about end-of-life care while people are still healthy. Join Fr. Peter Gelfer on March 26 at 7:30 pm at St. Mary Magdalen church hall. Stop by the Ministry Corner next weekend to learn more! Information: Michelle Visit Social Justice in the Catholic Church: Connecting the ministry of Jesus and His Gospel to our parish communities are invited to learn more about the social justice and Church teachings. All are invited to spend the day with outstanding guest speakers: Fr. Chris Ponnet, Pax Christi, Death Penalty ~ Joan Harper, Fair Trade, L.A. Pax Jane Argento, Restorative Christi, Justice Death ~ Tony Penalty Fadale, Fair Just Faith Ministries Trade, L.A Restorative Sr. Pat Krommer, CSJ, Community Justice ~ Organizing Just FaithMinistries Community Anne Hansen, Ignatian Volunteer Corps Organizing Sponsored by the Padre Serra Parish Social Justice Team

3 Third Sunday of Lent Page Three Dear Friends, Near the end of this weekend s gospel account of the Samaritan woman s encounter with Jesus at Jacob s well, John the evangelist writes: Many of the Samaritans of that town began to believe in him because of the word of the woman... This passage strikes me as encouraging. Let me try to explain. For a long time, and with greater intensity in the past year since the election of Pope Francis, we have been hearing that the Church s mission our mission! is to evangelize. In other words, we are all called, required, commanded to share with others the Good News of Jesus Christ. No one is exempt. It s not just the job of Pope Francis, nor of the bishops, nor the clergy, nor lay people like me employed by the Church. We are all expected to do this; in fact, it has to be done for the Church to continue. I don t know about you, but I find that a little intimidating. Knowing my faults and weaknesses so well, I question how I can possibly be an effective evangelizer. I guess the reason I find the passage about the Samaritan woman s success in leading people to belief in Jesus encouraging is because, let s face it she had her issues. Never mind her domestic history (Jesus points out that she s had five husbands and Fr. Patrick has explained to us that it s entirely possible she was quite innocent). She also seems a bit obtuse. When Jesus offers her living water she responds with a protest about his lack of a bucket. When he repeats his offer, she again narrows the focus to plain old H2O: Sir, give me this water, so that I may not be thirsty or have to keep coming here to draw water. It was only then that Jesus broached the subject of her personal history and interestingly it was that sharing her experience of Jesus in her own brokenness that brought her community to him: Come and see a man who told me everything I have done. Could he possibly be the Christ? Many of the Samaritans of that town began to believe in him because of the word of the woman who testified He told me everything I have done. So let s all take courage. If the Lord can use the Samaritan woman, the Lord can use us. Let s share our experiences of Jesus. They may be hidden where we least expect in the most broken parts of our lives. And let s not worry about looking foolish. Moses in the first reading might have looked foolish striking a rock with a stick. But it was the Lord who caused water to flow from it for the people to drink. He will bless our good faith yet imperfect efforts to trust him too, we can be assured. Fr. Eugene Walsh, SS put it this way: Jesus promises you two things: your life has meaning and you re going to live forever. If you can find a better offer, take it. Siempre Adelante, Dominic MacAller Director of Liturgy & Music Faith Sharing... Around the Table ~ At meals and meetings: Read the Gospel, discuss the question ~ Sunday, March 23 ~ John 4: 5-42 Jesus reveals himself to a Samaritan woman as the living water of eternal life. How is Jesus present in my life today? How will I share that presence with someone this week?

4 Page Four Padre Serra Parish March 23, 2014 Teens LIFE High School teens welcome from 7:00 to 9:00pm in the Serra Center. Friday Adoration Stop by anytime between 2:00 and 7:00pm in the chapel on the Fridays in Lent. Pray before Jesus in the blessed sacrament. Youth Day Two buses full of teens and adults made the pilgrimage to Anaheim to join in a gathering of over 15,000 Catholic teens. We enjoyed a workshop on Relationships by Paul J. Kim, music by the Noelle Garcia Band and liturgy with Archbishop Jose Gomez. and household items next Sunday from 8:00-1:30. The collection truck will be in the lower parking lot. Remember, your donations help those in need. Ladies Walking Group ~ April 5 Meet at 8:30am at Santa Rosa County Park, Hill Canyon Road, Camarillo. Lorraine Johnson or PSP Men s Retreat ~ April The Road to Emmaus: Companions on the Journey at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center, a perfect opportunity for spiritual renewal and growth. Dave McCormick , marketengr@yahoo.com, or visit Save the date! Women and Faith ~ April 30 All are invited for a look at the lives and work of women religious in our Church. St. Mary Magdalen School Alumni Gathering ~ May 1 Mark your calendars now for our alumni happy hour on May 1, 6:00pm at Twenty88 Wine Bistro in Old Town Camarillo. Families Son of God Movie Number 1 fan-rated film on Fandango. Consider taking your older teens to see this PG-13 movie depiction of the life of Jesus according to the Gospels; a great Lenten outing. Adults You can now follow us on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram! New! Adaptive Exercise Class All adults are invited to a weekly low-impact exercise class. Perfect for seniors! The class led by Marg Hanlon meets Wednesdays 9:00-9:45am in the Santa Barbara room. Marg Good Samaritan Ministry Did you know this ministry offers assistance with meals to those who are recovering from illness, accidents, injuries, and surgeries. If you or your immediate family member needs assistance, please contact Denise Ginty Time for Spring Cleaning! Bundle Sunday ~ Next Sunday, March 30 You can bring your usable clothing, books, baby items, knick knacks, Bundle Sunday ~ March 30 Kids clean out your toy box and under your bed! Give things you don t play with anymore to help families in need. Drop off in the church parking lot between 8:00 and 1:30. Interactive Stations of the Cross ~ April 4 Join us in church anytime between 6:00pm and 8:00pm for a beautiful, interactive experience of Stations of the Cross. Stations are lead by our Faith Formation children. Parishioners and guests go through in small groups for an intimate experience of this sacred prayer. Children Grades 3-5 Service Project Our children made and donated 100 quart-sized jars of Friendship Soup and individual treat bags to Many Meals. About 150 people enjoy a free meal there on Monday evenings.

5 Third Sunday of Lent Page Five Prayer Opportunities Becoming Catholic Daily Readings: Morning Prayer: Monday Friday 7:45am, Church Rosary: Monday Friday 8:30am, Church Centering Prayer: Wednesdays 6:45pm, Brides Rm First Friday Adoration: 2:00pm-7:00pm, Chapel Lenten Adoration: Fridays 2:00-7:00pm, Chapel Prayer Chain: offers prayers and support anytime. Contact Dorothy Brotea , Bette Church Pray for Our Sick Andrea Berka, Don Brock, Molly Daurio, Stella Esparza, Joseph Glab, Chase Lichtenstein, David McFarlin, Donna Stiles, Gwendolyn Strong, Fred Wolking and Jim Woodard. (Names are refreshed monthly.) Today at the 9:00am mass we celebrate the first of three Scrutiny rites with the Elect who are preparing to be baptized at the Easter Vigil. These rites, which come to us from the early centuries of the Church, are profound prayers of repentance, healing, and strength for the Elect. They help them to realize the ways in which sin and evil can be overcome by God s grace and love. Today s liturgy contains many images of water. The Gospel tells the story of a Samaritan woman s encounter with Jesus at a well. He tells her that the water he gives is living water and that those who drink it will never be thirsty. Along with the Elect, ask yourself, For what do I really thirst? How does Jesus satisfy my thirst? Remember Our Dead Prayers and sympathy to family and friends of those who have died recently: Janet Kierulf, RIP Beloved sister of Shirley Francis May she enjoy peace in her new life with Christ Jesus. Volunteer Opportunities Website Re-Design! Non-professional and professional skills needed for our website redesign! Photographers, Photo Editors, Graphic Artists, Copywriters, Proof Readers and Beta Testers, Wordpress Developers, Wordpress Editors, Social Media Experts, Project Managers please share your thoughts and ideas on all these and more with Eve Collier evecollier@padreserra.org or Frank Catalano frank.catalano@gmail.com. Logo Re-Design Special Collections Together in Mission Update These funds directly help parishes and schools in our own Archdiocese. Goal: $92,000 and 100% participation Pledges: 75% ($69,389) Participation: 20% (371 households) Catholic Relief Services Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me. (Mt 25:40). We are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The upcoming Catholic Relief Services collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Through your support next week you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous. Envelopes are in the church lobby. For more information visit htt/://crs.org. Inviting new and refreshing ideas!!

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8 Lent at Padre Serra A Season of Renewal Adoration in Lent Living Last Supper Interactive Stations of the Cross Traditional Stations of the Cross Opportunities for personal renewal Reconciliation Ways to Evangelize During Lent External Sacrifice: So why exactly are you not eating candy for the next month?