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1 S AN FRANCISCO SOLANO C ATHOLIC CHURCH February 28, 2016 Third Sunday of Lent ANTONIO PARKWAY, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA Phone:(949) Fax: (949) OFFICE HOURS: Weekdays: 9:00 AM to NOON; 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Reverend Theodore Olson, Pastor Ext FatherTed@sfsolano.org Reverend Duy Le, Parochial Vicar Ext FrDuy@sfsolano.org Reverend Gordon Moreland, SJ, Visiting Priest Reverend James Smith, O.Praem., Visiting Priest Deacon Carl Swanson Ext cswanson@sfsolano.org SATURDAY VIGIL MASS: 5:00 PM SUNDAY MASSES: 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:00 NOON, and 5:00 PM WEEKDAY MASSES: Monday-Saturday, 8:30 AM HOLY DAY MASSES: 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 PM (or by appointment) Please contact the Parish Office at least six months prior to marriage. One Sunday each month at 2:00 PM Please contact the Parish Office. The first Monday of each month beginning after the morning Liturgy. NEW PARISHIONERS Welcome to San Francisco Solano Catholic Church! To register please come into the Parish Office, take an information envelope from the information rack at the back of the Church, or download a registration form online at www. sfsolano.org. SERRA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Multi-Parish School) Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Phone: (949) Angeline Trudell, President 1 Mission Statement: San Francisco Solano Parish continues the early California missionary spirit to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. We are committed to Word, Sacrament, and Service. Administration Parish Secretary/Office Manager Alma Helms, Ext secretary@sfsolano.org Parish Receptionist/Sacramental Records Alfie Mumaugh, Ext information@sfsolano.org Bulletin Editor Lynne Pantano, Ext bulletineditor@sfsolano.org Parish Facilities Manager Anna Podruski, Ext facilities@sfsolano.org Parish Controller Leah Davis, CPA, Ext accounting@sfsolano.org Parish Ministry Director, RCIA/Adult Faith Formation/ Adult Confirmation Deacon Carl Swanson, Ext cswanson@sfsolano.org Director of Music Brenda von Gremp, Ext brendavg@sfsolano.org Coordinator of Liturgy Dana Hardenburgh, Ext liturgy@sfsolano.org Youth Faith Formation Fax: Coordinator, Youth Faith Formation Martie Williams, Ext dre@sfsolano.org Registrar/Receptionist Teri Ferlisi, Ext reregistrar@sfsolano.org Elementary/Intermediate Coordinator (Grades 1-8) Amy Franklin, Ext elemre@sfsolano.org; jrhigh@sfsolano.org Youth Minister/Confirmation Coordinator (Grades 9-12) Jenna Mish, Ext youthministry@sfsolano.org

2 Third Sunday of Lent February 28, 2016 Scripture Readings for the Week Sunday: Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15; Ps 103:1-4, 6-8, 11; 1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12; Lk 13:1-9 Alternate readings (Year A): Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42] Monday: 2 Kgs 5:1-15ab; Ps 42:2, 3; 43:3, 4; Lk 4:24-30 Tuesday: Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6, 7bc, 8-9; Mt 18:21-35 Wednesday: Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20; Mt 5:17-19 Thursday: Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Lk 11:14-23 Friday: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81:6c-11ab, 14, 17; Mk 12:28-34 Saturday: Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51:3-4, 18-21ab; Lk 18:9-14 Sunday: Jos 5:9a, 10-12; Ps 34:2-7; 2 Cor 5:17-21; Lk 15:1-3, Alternate readings (Year A): 1 Sm 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Ps 23:1-6; Eph 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38] Readings can also be found online at: Some people told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with the blood of their sacrifices. Jesus said to them in reply, Do you think that because these Galileans suffered in this way they were greater sinners than all other Galileans? By no means! But I tell you, if you do not repent, you will all perish as they did! Or those eighteen people who were killed when the tower at Siloam fell on them do you think they were more guilty than everyone else who lived in Jerusalem? By no means! But I tell you, if you do not repent, you will all perish as they did! And he told them this parable: There once was a person who had a fig tree planted in his orchard, and when he came in search of fruit on it but found none, he said to the gardener, For three years now I have come in search of fruit on this fig tree but have found none. So cut it down. Why should it exhaust the soil? He said to him in reply, Sir, leave it for this year also, and I shall cultivate the ground around it and fertilize it; it may bear fruit in the future. If not you can cut it down. (Luke 13: 1-9) In today's first reading from Exodus we hear the story of God calling Moses from the burning bush. We, like Moses, sometimes need a divine ploy to be stopped in our tracks. What is the "burning bush" God is using to get your attention this Lent? Perhaps conversion is more about waking up and less about focusing on sins or mistakes. Clearly, Jesus thought so. In today's Gospel reading, Jesus tells us that God is like the gardener who provides expert care and nourishment for an ailing fruit tree, then waits for it to respond to a fresh opportunity for new growth. This is our season to come alive again and bear fruit! 2 Mass Intentions for the Week Monday 29 February 8:30 AM Jean Marie Hessmer Nena Lim Chris Morrow Tuesday 1 March 8:30 AM Rodolfo Ubay-Ubay Asuncion Enerlan Nancy Bruno Wednesday 2 March 8:30 AM Jose Anson Efren Payumo Terrible Earl Wenger 26 th Birthday Thursday 3 March 8:30 AM Justice Antonin Scalia Thomas Stack Friday 4 March 8:30 AM 55 & BETTER Tranquilino and Teodora Cordova Saturday, 5 March 8:30 AM Pacita Valentin 5:00 PM Martha Limon Sunday 6 March 7:00 AM Jorge Camacho 8:30 AM Jorge Camacho 10:15 AM Christina Filoia 12:00 NOON PRO POPULO 5:00 PM Elizabeth Lowe In Memoriam Let us pray for all those who have died, especially Austin Boyd son of Nancy and Chris Boyd Dr. Stephen Jeckovich husband of Catherine Jeckovich Joan Mooney Save the Date San Francisco Solano s semi-annual Blood Drive will be held TODAY, Sunday, February 28, from 8 AM until 2 PM in the basement of the Youth Faith Formation building. The blood resulting from this drive has been specifically designated to go to Mission Hospital You can schedule an appointment on line by going to: Our sponsorship code is: sfscc (San Francisco Solano Catholic Church). Walk-ins are always accepted if you don t make an appointment.

3 Dear Friends, Old Palms If you would like your old palms to be burned in the Easter Vigil bonfire, you may bring them in between now and March 25 (Good Friday) and leave them in the basket located near the offertory table in the back of the church. Tax Statements 2015 Tax Statements for 2015 were ed out to all parishioners who have an active on file with the Parish Office. Any families who do not have an active , had the statement sent in the mail. If you have not received a statement and would like one, please contact the Parish Controller by Accounting@sfsolano.org or call the Parish office. Thank you! SFS Food Bank Thank you for your donations of time, food and money; they are greatly appreciated. The SFS Community Food bank is located at Comercio, Rancho Santa Margarita (Please do not drop off donations at this location; instead, please place donations in the bins outside church after Mass or drop them at the parish office.) Distribution: Fridays, 2 PM to 5 PM I invite you to join me on my first PILGRIMAGE of a life time! November 25 through December 5. Whether it s the first time or a return trip, to walk in the steps of Jesus will be an amazing spiritual experience. See the stories you ve read or heard over the years come alive! Reaffirm your baptism in the waters of the JORDAN RIVER where Jesus was baptized. Visit BETHLEHEM where Jesus was born, NAZARETH where Jesus grew up and worked as a carpenter alongside Joseph, and JERUSALEM the HOLY CITY that was witness to the death and resurrection of our Lord. Imagine crossing the SEA OF GALILEE as Jesus calmed the storm, walking through the MOUNT OF OLIVES as Jesus prayed with His disciples or renewing your wedding vows at the sight of the first miracle in CANA. Come join me to pray, to do pilgrimage, and to give thanks for our tremendous gift of faith in the HOLY LAND. Sincerely, Fr. Duy Le For more information please contact: Carre Wertepny at or mba4carre1@yahoo.com Parish Ministries 3 Join Us Fridays This Lent for Soup Suppers & Stations of the Cross At San Francisco Solano Church Soup Suppers begin at 6 PM in the Parish Hall and Stations of the Cross begin in the Church at 7 PM. March 4 Youth Faith Formation & Youth Ministry March 11 Evening Bible Study March 18 Women's Circles Monday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Offertory Summary Rosary Donations Donations of rosaries (preferably new) for use with Catholic patients and families at CHOC Children s Hospital in Orange, CA, are being accepted. Your generosity is greatly appreciated by the families of patients and staff at CHOC Hospital. Please drop off your rosary donations at the parish office. Rick Majewski will pick up rosaries and take them to CHOC. Thank You to the 72 families who have pledged $61,645 in the first two weeks of our 2016 Pastoral Services Appeal. Your gifts to the PSA will fund many ministries that serve us and help bring God s Word to those in special need. Please make your pledge this week if you can and help us reach our parish goal of $163,000.. Schedule of Church Hours *Winter Schedule* Offertory Collection Last Year Current Year Incr/ (Decr) % December $112,082 $135,556 $23,474 21% January $108,044 $98,895 -$9,149-8% Parish Pay - Electronic Donors Jan % 6:30 AM 8:30 PM 6:30 AM 3:00 PM 10:00 AM 6:30 PM 6:30 AM 6:30 PM

4 Parish Ministries Monthly Adoration The Eucharist is the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Christ and He calls us to spend time with Him in prayer and adoration. Each month, we have a 24-hour Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. We encourage you to consider spending some time with Christ, present in the Blessed Sacrament. Morning, afternoon, and evening time slots are available. Our next 24-hour adoration is March 7-8. As Jesus said to his apostles who slept while he prayed in the Garden prior to his arrest and crucifixion, Could you not spend one hour with me? SFS Book Club Schedule 2016 Please Join us in the church lounge at 7 PM for lively discussion and snacks. For more information about the book club call Mary Kay Beck, (949) , or her at mkbeck55@gmail.com. 3/23 Girl on a Train, Paula Hawkins 4/27 Rubberneckers, Belinda Bauer 5/25 The Light Between Oceans, M.L. Stedman 6/22 The Replacement Child, Judy L Mandel 7/27 The Painted Veil, W. Somerset Maugham 8/24 The Mountain Story, Lori Lansens 9/28 Orhan s Inheritance, Aline Ohanesian 10/26 Big Little Lies, Liane Moriarty 11/30 Still Life, Louise Penney (The November meeting will begin at 6:30 PM.) Women s Circle of Faith & Friendship A new season of Women's Circle of Faith & Friendship has begun. You are invited to explore this program, which has been described as a spa for your soul. Women's Circle is a peer ministry for women of all ages and stages of life, offering an opportunity to nurture your spirituality, deepen your faith, and build community with others. Our Spring Season this year will carry us through Lent and into Easter. Using a wonderful resource, Rediscover Jesus, from renowned Catholic author Matthew Kelly, we will come to know Jesus in a more intimate way and hopefully make this Lent one of our best. Meetings will be held Tuesday mornings at 9:15-11:15 AM and repeated Tuesday evenings at 6-8 PM. Meetings run through April 12. There is a $10.00 fee for the program. The book has been generously provided by our parish. You should have received one at Christmas, but if you did not we will have one available for you. For information and to preregister please Lori LaFavre at lori@lclafavre.com 4 55 & Better 55 & Better is a parish social ministry for parishioners 55 & over. Social activities are held in th SFS Parish Center. Contact Don Leavey at March 4 First Friday Mass 8:30 AM. Bring a meatless brunch dish to share. March 18, Friday 6 PM in the YFF Basement Room. Bring a meatless appetizer, side dish, salad, main dish or desset to share. Enjoy an evening of Irish fun. Tickets are avilable for The Addams Family Musical, Sunday, April 24, 2 PM, Vanguard Theater. Contact Don Duclos: Tickets available for Neil Diamond Concert (Performer Ray White) on Sunday, May 1 at 3 PM. at Soka University. Buy tickets at gatherings or call Paul Arritt at Catholic Men s Fellowship Catholic Men's Fellowship meets on the second and fourth Tuesday evenings of each month. Dinner is at 6:30 PM and the program begins at 7 PM in the Parish Center. The next meeting is Tuesday, March 8. It is an opportunity for men to open their hearts and strengthen their faith and friendships. Please consider visiting one of our upcoming meetings. For more info, please contact ChrisAOConnor84@gmail.com. Children Of Christ s Heart Children of Christ s Heart is a ministry for the families of children with special needs any diagnosis. We meet to discuss our fears, concerns and frustrations. We address those issues with prayer, emotional support, shared ideas, and information about resources and community agencies that might be able to provide assistance. The leaders of this ministry are not only parishioners here, but are both parent mentors with Family Support Network of Orange County and we have a great deal of knowledge about community resources, IEP preparation and the ins and outs of having a child with special needs, as we both have children with special needs. If you are feeling overwhelmed with your situation or if you would just like to reach out to others who share your experience, please join us. We meet here at the parish, in Meeting Room A, on the third Wednesday of every month from 10:00 AM to Noon. Our next meeting is Wednesday, March 16. If you are unable to attend at that time, but you would still like support, please contact the coordinator, Maura Mo Byron at either (949) or via at 5byrons@cox.net.

5 Youth Faith Formation Youth Faith Formation Program Information Early Childhood- we are looking at offering a session for 3-5 year olds during the 10:15 AM Sunday Mass. If you are a parent with a 3-5 year old child and are interested in your child attending an early childhood faith session while you attend Mass, please the Youth Faith Formation office the following information: your name and contact information your child s name and age. The address is receptionist@sfsolano.org. Children s Liturgy of the Word is a ministry open to all 1 st 4 th graders during the Sunday 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM Masses. This ministry is free, and no preparation or enrollment is needed. We encourage all children to participate (parents are welcome to join as well). Just follow us out during the dismissal and join us for discussion of the readings for that Sunday. Volunteers needed for both masses. Confirmation students welcomed. If you have any questions please call Trish Middle School Ministry is open to all 6 th -8 th grade students (public and private schools). Middle School Ministry meets every Tuesday evening. 6 th grade meets 6-7:30 PM; 7 th & 8 th grades meet 6:30-8 PM. Join us for faith, food, and fun! Special Needs Youth- YFF also serves youth (children and teens) with disabilities. Your child/teen must be registered with Youth Faith Formation. Questions? Contact Addie Traino at (949) Preparation for First Reconciliation- All preparing for First Communion must first prepare and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Mark your calendars for MARCH 4 at 6 PM for YFF Soup Supper and Live Stations of the Cross in the Parish Hall. Middle school and youth ministry are teaming up to bring you a powerful evening of food, faith, and fellowship!! This is a FAMILY event you don t want to miss. Cost is FREE, and all are welcome!!! Your Parish School, St. Junipero Serra Catholic School is Accepting Kindergarten Applications Now! Do you have a child that will be entering Kindergarten next year and desire to give him/her the gift of a Catholic education? St. Junipero Serra Catholic School, located in Rancho Santa Margarita, is accepting applications in Kindergarten for the school year. St. Junipero Serra Catholic School develops a life-long love of learning beginning in its early childhood education programs. It offers a full-day Kindergarten educating the whole child using progressive technology and challenging, comprehensive programs that include art, music, Spanish, and physical education classes in a state-of-the-art facility. For more information or to schedule a tour of Serra s beautiful campus, contact Shirley Merchant at , or visit our website at Youth Group, Confirmation, and Young Adult Ministry Youth Ministry Youth Group - No Youth Group tonight! Pray for our Confirmation Year 1 students who are returning from retreat today. Join us next week after the 5 PM Sunday Mass for Youth Group up in the Youth Room. We meet from 6 PM to 8 PM for food, fellowship, and fun with Praise and Worship. We look forward to seeing any 9th -12th grade students who are interested or who just want to see what this is all about. Refuel - All High School teens are welcome to join us for mid-week fellowship every Wednesday night from 6 PM to 8 PM in the Youth Room. The first 30 minutes will involve food and catching up with each other, and the session will start at 6:30 PM. Hope to see everyone there.. Open Room Every Monday 3 PM to 6 PM and Thursday from 3 PM to 5 PM there is Open Room in the YG room. This is a time for the youth do homework, relax, and socialize in a safe setting. As always there will be snacks and drinks available. Come be a part of the Room Crew! 5 Confirmation Confirmation will be held on March 6 for Year One starting at 3:30 PM in the Parish Hall. Contact Jenna youthministry@sfsolano.org for any other needed information. Young Adult Ministry Vision Young adults ages are welcome to join us for a twice-monthly fellowship every first and third Tuesday of each month from 7:30 PM to 9 PM in the Youth Ministry room above the Parish Hall. Our next meeting will be Tuesday March 1. Looking forward to seeing you there!

6 Adult Catholics Growing in Faith Letter from the Deacon The Scrutinies The Gospels of today and for the next two Sundays are called the Scrutinies and are celebrated to teach the Elect, i.e., those who are going through the RCIA and will receive the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil, about the mystery of sin and fill them with the spirit of Christ. The Scrutinies are described by the Church as "rites for self-searching, and repentance, which are meant to uncover, then heal, all that is weak, defective, or sinful in the hearts of the Elect; to bring out, and then strengthen all that is upright, strong, and good. The Scrutinies are celebrated in order to deliver the Elect from the power of sin and Satan, to protect them against temptation, and to give them strength in Christ, who is The Way, The Truth, and The Life. These rites, therefore, should complete the conversion of the Elect and deepen their resolve to hold fast to Christ and to carry out their decision to love God above all" The First Scrutiny The Third Sunday of Lent The Woman at the Well. The primary symbol in the reading of today's gospel is water. Water is a symbol of life, and it indicates that God wishes to give us life, as shown in the stories of the Israelites in the desert and the Samaritan woman at the well. The symbol of water also indicates baptism and looks forward to Easter when the baptism of the elect will be celebrated. This story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well tells us of a remarkable meeting. Jesus asks her for some water, but offers her living water, promising eternal life. As the woman talks to Jesus, her life is revealed to her. This does not result in scorn or condemnation, but healing, forgiveness, and new life. She sees the truth about herself and sees God face to face. Such a meeting, in sincerity and truth, is not to be feared but welcomed, because of the new life and freedom from the burdens of the past which it brings. The Second Scrutiny Fourth Sunday Of Lent The Man Born Blind. The key idea in the story of the man born blind, the fourth Sunday of Lent s Gospel is turning from darkness to light, as symbolized in this man's healing. For example, an examination of conscience, especially in the light of God's word, leads to enlightenment, and thus enables people to do as St. Paul says, "Try to discover what the Lord wants of you, having nothing to do with the futile works of darkness." This story does not end with the blind man's healing, but rather continues with arguments about what really happened and who Jesus is. The foundation of the story is two-fold, a miracle story in which blindness is cured and in Jesus saying, "I am the light of the world." This miracle is a sign of the truth of the same and the judging effect of the light. Christ is "The Light of the World." And we look to him for the truth. We need to understand the world, ourselves, and God. Third Scrutiny Fifth Sunday of Lent The Raising Of Lazarus The third Scrutiny emphasizes Christ as "the Resurrection and the Life" as we hear in this Gospel about the raising of Lazarus back to life. The raising of Lazarus is an anticipation of what is to take place on the last day. It means that the believer has eternal life and has passed from death to life. The name Lazarus means "God helps." The raising of Lazarus is not a piece of magic. It is an anticipation of what is to take place on the last day. The movement from death to life is the pattern experienced by all Christians, who have already died to sin and risen again in Christ, and all will be fulfilled on the last day. SJSCS Lenten Retreat Please join St. Junipero Serra Catholic School for a beautiful morning of faith and friendship at their 2016 Lenten Retreat on Monday, March 7, from 9:15 AM-12:00 NOON. The retreat will be held in the Muzzy Family Student Activity Center located on the school campus. Speaker and author Tina Boyd and her daughter, Olivia Boyd, will talk about how to move forward when faced with life's challenges. The morning also includes a brunch buffet, and admission is just $15 per person. Please bring a friend and join us for this very special event! 6

7 Evening Bible Study San Francisco Solano s Evening Bible Study is a multi-year course: The Bible Plain and Simple. Our mission is to discover the Bible systematically, verse-by-verse, Genesis through Revelation, utilizing a combination of audio taught by renowned literary scholar, Dr. Bill Creasy who has been called a Catholic Bible teacher extraordinaire! Check Dr. Creasy out at logosbiblestudy.com. We are currently reading the Gospel of Matthew. Come join us at any time for coffee and desert as we study the Bible. Recommended Bible: The Catholic Study Bible (Oxford Edition) Day: Your choice of Monday or Thursday evenings Time: 7:00 PM-8:30 PM Location: Meeting Room F Cost of Class: FREE ---bring a dessert to share with the class. For more information contact: Rick or Jackie Majewski at (714) or jvpham101@aol.com Parish Ministries Sarah Hart in Concert at San Francisco Solano TODAY, Sunday, February 28 Women s Circle of Faith and Friendship is pleased and happy to invite ALL the women of the parish to a concert by contemporary Catholic-Christian singer/songwriter Sarah Hart. Sarah is an award winning songwriter and performer, her music is a blend of contemporary, folk, pop and rock. She regularly performs at LA RECongress, and World Youth Day, and we use a number of Sarah s songs at the 5 PM Sunday Mass. Please attend this special event hosted by the Women s Circle of Faith and Friendship. This is a gift of appreciation from Pam McCarthy, a longtime friend and member of our parish. Pam has been battling cancer for several years and is very grateful for all the help, love and support of our community during this time of need. Please attend TODAY, Sunday, Feb 28, at 3:00 PM, and please keep Pam and all those who are fighting cancer in your prayers. Friday Morning Bible Study Men Interested in Diocesan Priesthood The Vocations Office cordially invites you to the next Priesthood Discernment evening. The purpose is to familiarize interested men with the life, prayer, and possible call to Priesthood in the Diocese of Orange. There is no commitment on your part, other than the expression of interest to participate. The next Priesthood Discernment evening will be held on Wednesday, April 6, at 6:00 PM. ~ Diocese of Orange Pastoral Center, First Floor, Room 1D, Christ Cathedral Campus. Please give serious thought to this invitation. "The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest." (Mt 9:37-38) If you have any questions regarding the Priesthood Discernment evening, please contact the Director of Vocations, Rev. John Moneypenny at (714) , or via at fr.jmoneypenny@rcbo.org Priesthood Discernment Meetings: Wednesday, April 6 Wednesday, May 4 Wednesday, June 1 Priesthood Discernment Meetings are held on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM, once a month. 7 You're invited to join us Friday mornings from 9:15-11 AM for Bible Study. All you need is a Bible, a notebook, and a willing heart. We meet upstairs in the Parish Hall, Room F. Please contact Kathy Pham, or phamily02@cox.net Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) CRHP is a one-and-a-half-day opportunity to take a break from your busy schedule of personal, business, and family obligations so that you can refresh yourself spiritually and renew your heart by meeting other men or women from our Parish in an informal and relaxed environment of reflection, fellowship. and fun. The Renewal Weekend is presented by fellow parishioners and is meant to strengthen your own faith and invite Jesus Christ into your daily life. The women s weekend is April 29 May 1 and the men s weekend is May To sign up for the weekend or for more information, please contact the parish office. You may also sign up on our website at under Faith Formation. All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God s grace was so powerfully at work in them all. Acts 4:32

8 FIESTA DE SOLANO July 8-10 Mark your calendars! Fiesta de Solano will be held the weekend of July 8 10 this year. WE NEED YOU to make this another successful and fun-filled community event! Please fiesta.de.solano@gmail.com if you are interested in getting involved on the planning committee or if you would like to be contacted regarding making a donation or becoming a sponsor of San Francisco Solano s largest fundraiser and community event. RUMMAGE SALE September 17 Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 17, for this year's Rummage Sale! Collections will begin on September 3, so start your Spring Cleaning now and hang on to your donations until then. Information regarding volunteering for this event will come out in August along with other important information. ST. Michael s Open House and Entrance Test for 7th Graders St. Michael's Prep School, ranked as one of the 50 best Catholic high schools in the United States, is hosting an Open House and High School Entrance Exam. Current 7 th graders are encouraged to take the entrance exam as a practice test for high school entry. Come find out about the admissions process and enjoy a tour of our school. For more information phone Mrs. Pam Christian at Open House: Sunday, April 9 at 3:30 PM Entrance Test: Saturday, May 7 (pre-registration required) Current 7 th graders are encouraged. Future Events Around the Diocese San Francisco Solano Catholic Church Hosts Dr. Bill Creasy Join us on Saturday, March 5, as Dr. Bill Creasy walks us through a Lenten Retreat on the Passion of Christ. The Passion of Christ plays a central role in our Catholic faith and the history of our salvation. Yet, how often do we view these events of Jesus life and see only senseless brutality rather than redemptive meaning? Dr. Creasy s retreat shows Christ s Divine Mercy in the events leading up to and including Our Lord s Passion. This retreat is intended to educate, uplift and prepare us for the events of Holy week and how to benefit from this most precious time. This is sure to be a very special day that you and your family will not want to miss! Date: Saturday, March 5 Location: San Francisco Solano Catholic Church (Parish Hall) 2082 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Time: 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM Cost : FREE Admission, FREE Lunch for a FREE Will Offering. Seating and Parking is limited. R.S.V.P to San Francisco Solano Church Parish Office: (949) or information@sfsolano.org by TODAY, Sunday, February 28. Please arrive before 8 AM and carpool if possible to help with parking. ORANGE DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN GENERAL MEETING ALL CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE DIOCESE ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND DATE: TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016 LOCATION: ST. POLYCARP CHURCH 8100 CHAPMAN AVENUE STANTON, CA PHONE: (714) DAILY MASS: 8:30 AM PROGRAM: HONORING THE MARCH SAINTS BY DORIS SENECAL-GILDEA AND SISTER CHRISTINE HILLIARD START TIME: 9:30 AM END TIME: 1:30 PM DONATION: $15 8 TO: RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY TUESDAY, MARCH 8 PAT MARTIN ( ) OR ( ) jimandpatmartin@gmail.com

9 S F S P C - MARCH 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 5 Lenten Retreat: Passion of Christ With Dr. Bill Creasy 8 AM-4 PM (PC) 4 Bible Study, 9 AM (MR F) Food Distributuion, 2 PM-5 PM (Food Bank) Lenten Soup Supper, 5:30 PM (PC) Stations of the Cross, 7 PM (CH) 3 MOPS, 9:30 AM Children s Choir, 5:00 PM (CR) Adult Choir, 6:30 PM (CR) 2 SFS Prayer Group, 6:30 PM (MR A) Tax Preparation, 8 AM (MR D&E) Unitas Marriage Preparation, 9 AM (MR B&C) Confessions, 3:30 PM-5 PM (BSC) 1 YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 3:30 PM YFF Grades 1-5 3:30 PM YFF Grade 6, 6 PM YFF Grades 7-8, 6:30 PM Vision, 7 PM (MR F) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7:30 PM (MR H) Legend: Food Bank Comercio, RSM MR...Meeting Rooms (A-H) Office...Parish Office Conference Room YM...Youth Ministry Room YFFC...Youth Faith Formation Center BSC...Blessed Sacrament Chapel CH...Church CR...Choir Room PC...Parish Center 12 Tax Preparation, 8 AM (MR D&E) Sacramental Preparation First Reconciliation Workshop, 9 AM-12 PM Confessions, 3:30 PM-5 PM (BSC) 11 Bible Study, 9 AM (MR F) Food Distribution, 2 PM-5 PM (Food Bank) Lenten Soup Supper, 5:30 PM (PC) Stations of the Cross, 7 PM (CH) 10 MOPS, 9:30 AM MOPS Leadership Meeting, 9:30 AM (MR B) Children s Choir, 5:00 PM (CR) Adult Choir, 6:30 PM (CH) 9 8 YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 3:30 PM YFF Grades 1-5 3:30 PM YFF Grade 6, 6 PM YFF Grades 7-8, 6:30 PM Catholic Men s Fellowship, 7 PM (MR B&C) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7:30 PM (MR H) 7 Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM March 7-8:30 AM March 8 (BSC) 55 & Better Board Meeting, 1 PM (MR A) YFF Grades 1-5, 4 PM YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 4 PM RCIA Catechumenate, 6:30 PM (MR B) 6 CLOW, during the 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM Masses (MR B&C) RCIA Adapted for Children, 10:30 AM RCIA Catechumenate, 10:30 AM (Office) Baptism, 2 PM (CH) Confirmation Enrichment, 3:30 PM (PC) Youth Group, 6 PM (YM) Bible Study, 9 AM (MR F) Food Distributuion, 2 PM-5 PM (Food Bank) Lenten Soup Supper, 5:30 PM (PC) Stations of the Cross, 7 PM (CH) 55 & Better Friday Evening Dinners, 6 PM 17 MOPS, 9:30 AM (PC) Children s Choir, 5:00 PM (CR) Adult Choir, 6:30 PM (CH) 16 Children of Christ s Heart, 10 AM (PC) 15 YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 3:30 PM YFF Grades 1-5 3:30 PM YFF Grade 6, 6 PM YFF Grades 7-8, 6:30 PM Vision, 7 PM (MR F) 14 YFF Grades 1-5, 4 PM 13 RCIA Retreat 7 AM-1 PM CLOW, during the 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM Masses (MR B&C) RCIA Adapted for Children, 10:30 AM RCIA Catechumenate, 10:30 AM (Office) Retrouvaille, 1 PM (MR F-H) Youth Group, 6 PM (YM) 9 Tax Preparation, 8 AM (MR D&E) Confessions, 3:30 PM-5 PM (BSC) YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 4 PM RCIA Catechumenate, 6:30 PM (MR B) Book Club, 7 PM (PC) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7:30 PM (MR H) 22 Holy Week Morning Prayer 9 AM (CH) Holy Week Morning Prayer 9 AM (CH) Mass of the Lord s Supper 7 PM (CH) Holy Week Penance Service 7 PM (CH) 21 YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 4 PM YFF Grades 1-5, 4 PM Easter Vigil Mass 8 PM (CH) Outdoor Stations of the Cross 9:30 AM, 12 NOON, 5 PM (Meditation Garden) YFF Grades 1-5 Parent Group, 3:30 PM YFF Grades 1-5, 3:30 PM YFF Grade 6, 6 PM YFF Grades 7-8, 6:30 PM Catholic Men s Fellowship, 7 PM (MR B&C) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7:30 PM (MR H) 20 CLOW, during the 8:30 AM and 10:15 AM Masses (MR B&C) RCIA Adapted for Children, 10:30 AM RCIA Catechumenate, 10:30 AM (Office) Retrouvaille, 1 PM (MR F-H) Confirmation Enrichment, 3:30 PM (PC) Youth Group, 6 PM (YM) Individual Veneration of the Cross 10 AM (CH) Passion & Veneration of the Cross 7 PM (CH) 31 California School of English, 9 AM (MR B&C) Children s Choir, 5:00 PM (CR) Adult Choir, 6:30 PM (CH) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7 PM (MR E) 30 California School of English, 9 AM (MR B&C) 29 California School of English, 9 AM (MR B&C) Women s CRHP Weekly Meeting, 7:30 PM (MR H) 28 California School of English, 9 AM (MR B&C) 27 Easter Sunday Liturgies 7 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:15 AM, 12 NOON No 5 PM Mass (CH)