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1 St. Louise de Marillac Church Serving God s people in Covina, Glendora, San Dimas and surrounding communities. Do not look at someone else s wrongdoing to overlook our own Fr. Robert P. Fulton Pastor Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Forgiveness Fr. Joseph McShane Associate Pastor Peter Brause Deacon Alan Holderness Deacon Omar Uriarte Deacon Al Valles Deacon Mass Schedule Monday Friday 6:20 am & 8:00 am Saturday 8:00 am & 5:30 pm Vigil Sunday 6:30 am, 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, & 5:00 pm October 23, 2016 Parish Office Visit us: 1720 E. Covina Blvd. Covina, CA Jesus said to them, I tell you, the tax collector went home justified, not the Pharisee; for whoever exalts themselves will be humbled, and those who humble Luke 18:14 themselves will be exalted. St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic community called together as family to worship, to minister, and to evangelize. As true disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to renew His love and spirit by sharing our time, talent and treasure. St. Louise de Marillac Mission Statement

2 ST. LOUISE EVENTS AND MEETINGS Page 2 HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE STUDY A team from Azusa Pacific University (APU) School of Nursing is invi ng Filipino-Americans with high blood pressure to take part in a study. Par cipants must have been told by a physician or nurse that they have high blood pressure, taking medica ons for high blood pressure, 50 years old and older, and are willing to par cipate voluntarily. The study involves answering several ques ons. Your blood pressure will be taken; your weight, height, and waist/hip circumference will be measured; blood and urine samples taken, and you will be given printed materials on how to be er manage your high blood pressure. Each par cipant will receive $25.00 plus a blood pressure device and a pedometer for your personal use. The APU School of Nursing team will be at St. Louise today, October 23, 2016 (Sunday) at 1:30 pm in Msgr. Pierce Hall. For further informa on, please contact Tess Panlilio at (909) or Dr. Aurelia Macabasco- O Connell at (818) DIGNITAS WORKSHOP Respect Life ministries presents a Dignitas Workshop. The topic will be Suicide: Recognizing the Warning Signs for Adults and Teens. The speaker is Teresa Celada Dalton from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health at Children s Hospital. She will speak about recognizing the warning signs of suicide and what recourse we have to prevent the taking of life. Teresa also assists the Archdiocese of Los Angels in the Vic ms Assistance Ministry. The workshop will take place Sunday, November 6th in the Monsignor Pierce Hall from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and will include the use of audio-visual materials as well as a ques on and answer period. Please take advantage of this free seminar. Light refreshments will be served. Suicide is an unfortunate occurrence and can be prevented if we recognize it s signs and take ac on to prevent it. All are encouraged to a end, especially parents, grandparents, young adults and teens. IN MEMORIAM Louis Marchesano Natalie Metrie Sr. Lynn Roebert, CSJ THIS WEEK S HIGHLIGHTS Respect Life Ministries Mee ng Respect Life Ministries will have their monthly mee ng on Monday, October 24 th at 7:30pm in the St. Louise de Marillac Conference Room. Respect Life Ministries works to promote the dignity of each human person and the culture of life by workshops as well as other endeavors. Everyone is invited to a end as the issues of life affect every single one of us and we need to be ac ve in order to defeat the culture of death which seeks to deny the respect, dignity and worth of human life from the moment of concep on to life s natural end.

3 WORSHIP AND ADULT FELLOWSHIP GROUPS Page 3 WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Today is World Mission Sunday! In announcing his decisions to declare a Holy Year of Mercy, Pope Francis said, Dear brothers and sisters, I have o en thought about how the church might make clear its mission of being a witness to mercy. Suppor ng the young churches throughout the world with your prayers and generous gi s is indeed a merciful witness of this mission. The collec on today will help missionaries offer the poor of these areas prac cal help as they share the mercy of God. It will ensure the development of local dioceses, and support the work of priests, religious and lay leaders who serve those on the margins and in most need. Extend your merciful witness to the whole world through your gi in today s collec on for the Society for the Propaga on of Faith! During this year s 90th anniversary, World Mission Sunday celebra on relates its theme to the Year of Mercy, Mercy Changes the World. Pope Francis notes, The mercy of God is His loving concern that each of us As the Father loves, so do His children. Just as He is merciful, so we are called to be merciful to each other. Mission dioceses about 1,100 at this me-receive regular annual assistance from the funds collected. In addi on, these mission dioceses submit requests to the Congrega on for the Evangeliza on of Peoples for assistance, among other needs, for cateche cal programs, seminaries, the work of Religious Communi es, for communica on and transporta on needs, and for the building of chapels, churches, orphanages and schools. You will find envelopes in the pews on October 23rd your offering may be placed in the basket or brought to the parish office. You can also find more informa on at h ps://missionsla.org/programs/world-mission-sunday/ THIS WEEK S HIGHLIGHTS Sister Lynn Roebert, CSJ It is with heavy heart that we learned of the passing of our beloved Sr. Lynn Roebert, CSJ. Lynn Roebert was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 13, She was the daughter of Melbourne and June Roebert. Lynn was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Detroit, Michigan at the me of her entrance into the Congrega on of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Nazareth on September 1, She received the name Sister Michaela at her recep on on July 2, 1956 but returned to the use of her bap smal name in later years. She pronounced her first vows on July 2, 1958 and final vows on July 2, Sister Lynn received her A.B. degree from Nazareth College in 1967, majoring in Math and minoring in Chemistry. She received her Master of Arts degree from St. Xavier in Chicago with a major in Theology. She began teaching at St. Louise de Marillac School in the 1970 s. She became co-principal with Sr. Joanne Gibbons at Sacred Heart School in the 1980 s and 1990 s, and was an ac ve volunteer at the City of Hope. Sister Lynn came back to St. Louise and taught Math un l she re red and returned to Nazareth. Sr. Lynn was generous, caring and had a great spirit of self-giving. She said what she meant and meant what she said. remembers Chris Avila. May Sister now enjoy peace and eternal happiness with our Lord.

4 ST. LOUISE SCHOOL AND FAITH FORMATION Page 4 ST. LUCY S CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE The public is invited to shop, dine, and be entertained at St. Lucy s Priory High School s 52nd Annual Home for the Holidays Christmas Bou que, scheduled for Sunday, November 6, 2016 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Unique holiday-themed merchandise will be available for purchase in our holiday shoppes and booths, including holiday décor, handcra ed items, custom-made gi baskets, live plants and homemade baked goods. Kids of all ages are invited to the Children s Workshop for photos with Santa, story me, and cookie decora ng fun. Visit the North Pole Food Court to dine on gourmet hamburgers and hot dogs, pizza, and Mexican and Filipino foods prepared by the St. Lucy s Parent Club. Cookies, milk, snow cones, and assorted coffee beverages will also be available for purchase. Enjoy live entertainment and children s performances on stage throughout the day. All proceeds raised from our Christmas Bou que will go toward suppor ng the school s curricular and opera onal needs. Event admission and parking are complimentary. St. Lucy s is located at 655 W. Sierra Madre Avenue in Glendora. To learn more, visit or call us at (626) FINGERPRINTING SCHEDULE Volunteers for St. Louise School, Faith Forma on or any event that involves children need to be fingerprinted. The following is a list of churches that will have fingerprin ng at their loca on. Please call and make an appointment. Sacred Heart Church, Covina Wednesday, November 9th (626) Holy Name of Mary, San Dimas Saturday, November 12th (909) ext Dave Walker Guide to the Church, Canterbury Press THANK YOU October 11, 2016 Rev. Robert Fulton St. Louise de Marillac Church 1720 E. Covina Blvd Covina, CA Dear Rev. Robert Fulton, Greeting from Re. Joseph K. Santiago. This is just to thank you and your parish community for allowing me to make the mission appeal for my diocese of Thanjavur. On behalf of my Bishop, I express my great sentiments of gratitude to you and to your parish community for your generosity and cooperation. With Regards, Re. Joseph K. Santiago Tickets are available for $55 pre-sale before October 28th, Regular admission is $65 at the door. Raffle ckets to win a 5-Day/4-Night Hawaiian Vaca on for two at either the Fairmont Orchid on the Kohala Coast or the Fairmont Kea Lani in Maui. The raffle ckets are on sale for $20. Purchase tickets or for more info (626) ext 7401

5 ST. LOUISE SCHOOL AND FAITH FORMATION Page 5 TRUNK OR TREAT St. Louise de Marillac is going to have it s first Trunk or Treat on Monday, October 31st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. This ac vity is a FREE, fun, and safe way for children to trick or treat. If you would like to par cipate bring your vehicle and decorate it. You will have to supply your own treats to hand out to the trick or treaters. A prize for best vehicle decora on will be given. Space is limited. All vehicles must pre register by contac ng Faith Forma on Office at (626) Please keep in mind to decorate your trunk age appropriately. Access to electrical power for lights will NOT be available. Please plan accordingly. Allow an hour to set up your car prior to the beginning of the event. There will be fun games for the children to play and we are in need of volunteers (service hour opportunity). If you would like to donate candy, Rice Krispies treats, spider rings, or fun Halloween themed items to hand out we would be most apprecia ve! Have a safe Halloween! DATES TO REMEMBER Complete calendar at Oct. 30th Youth Night Nov. 8th, 10th, 13th Nov. 11th - 13th Dec. 4th Catechist Thanksgiving Reflection Confirmation Retreat Weekend Pancake Confirmation Breakfast Our next Youth Night is Sunday, October 30th at 6:30 pm in the Msgr. Pierce Hall Youth Nights are open to all High School students. THIS WEEK S HIGHLIGHTS Celebra ng Young Adults in Ministry Celebra ng the Young Adults in Ministry there will be a Liturgical Celebra on on Saturday, November 19th, 2016, at 3:30 pm at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels which is located at 555 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles. November th annual Saturday, November 19th 3:30 PM This marks the 20th annual Celebra ng Young Adults in Ministry celebra on. At this event we recognize the contribu ons that young adults make to the life of our local faith communi es. St. Louise is honoring Ka e Cunningham, Belen Luna, Mikayla Uriarte, and Kyle Nagy. All are welcome to a end. The presider will be Archbishop José H. Gomez. For more informa on please contact Jason Coito (213)

6 WORSHIP AND LITURGY Page 6 ROSARY MAKING GROUP October is the month of the Rosary. The Rosary Making group meets this Thursday, October 27th at 9:15 am in the Parish Center Board Room. Learn how to make a rosary for someone less fortunate. Through the Blessed Mother s request at Fa ma to pray the rosary frequently. In order to gain peace in our homes, country and in the world, our parish Rosary Makers invite men, women and children to accept Mary s invita on to provide rosaries to those who will never have one unless it is provided for them. In this way you are the Blessed Mother s hands. You are invited to learn how to make a rosary which takes about 20 minutes to complete. Please come to one of our mee ngs on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 9:00 am in the Parish Center Boardroom. October, The Month of the Rosary Please join your fellow-parishioners each weekday after the 6:20 am and the 8:00 am Masses in praying the rosary Where two or more are gathered in prayer, Jesus & Mary are there also. THIS WEEK S HIGHLIGHTS Guadalupana s Street Faire St. Louise will host the Guadalupana s Annual Street Faire on Sunday, October 30th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Msgr. Pierce Hall. The Street Faire is an annual event which features a variety of vendors and a variety of items that will be sold including handcra ed items and direct sale merchandise. It is a great opportunity to get started on Christmas Shopping. There will be prizes, raffles and a variety of Mexican food. Please join us. Your support helps the Guadalupe Feast Day which will be on Monday, December 12th, The Feast Day begins at 5:30 am with the rosary, then Mass, and ends with breakfast. Mariachi s will play at the Mass and through the breakfast. Please join us! ST. LOUISE SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB The Senior Social Club is mee ng today, October 23rd n the Mul Purpose Building from 2:00 PM to 4:00PM. The purpose of the club is social and to make new friends, enjoy each others company by interac ng with one another as well as be ering the lives of others through ac vi es. The Social Club also gets involved with other ministries both in the parish and in the community. Each mee ng consists of a pot luck lunch, a quick mee ng and trip planning and then concludes with five games of Bingo. The Social Club is always looking for new volunteers and members. If you are interested in joining our group please contact Angie at (626) or Toni Gant at (626) We meet the fourth Sunday of each month. THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY The Thursday Bible Study Group is back! We meet every Thursday at 12:00 pm un l 1:00 pm in the St. Louise Conference Room. The Bible Study Group goes over the Sunday readings in depth and a discussion about them. There are Power Point presenta ons at each session to help understand the readings. All are welcome including non-catholics. You will begin to heal when you let go of past hurts, forgive those who have wronged you and learn to forgive yourself for your mistakes. STEWARDSHIP Thank you for your generous stewardship. St. Louise appreciates your support of our many programs and ministries. Offertory for Sunday, October 16, Variance Envelopes $ 18,915 $ 21,020 ($ 2,105) Plate $ 2,865 $ 3,018 ($ 153) TOTAL $ 21,780 $ 24,038 ($ 2,258)

7 ST. LOUISE NEWS AND ACTIVITIES Page 7 NEW PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBERS Ivan Caso Ivan Caso has been a parishioner at St. Louise since Ivan and his wife Laura were married at St. Louise in They have three boys who a end St. Louise School. I have always felt a sense of welcoming in the St. Louise community and will work to help others to feel the same way, said Ivan. Ivan enjoys par cipa ng in the Church and School ac vi es with his family. He serves as a member of the Pastoral Planning Commi ee and is a Den Leader for the Cub Scouts Troop 457. In addi on to the St. Louise ac vi es, Ivan has been ac ve with coaching youth basketball and soccer. His professional career has focused in construc on management of healthcare facili es. He studied at the USC School of Architecture. I hope to be able to use my professional experience in the construc on industry for the benefit of the Parish building improvements. Ivan feels blessed and honored to be a member of the Pastoral Council. Josh Diosomito Josh Diosomito is a Senior Homeland Security Analyst for a federal inves ga ve agency and an avid golfer and runner. Josh is humbled and honored to accept his posi on on the Pastoral Council. He is privileged to live out his Catholic faith at St. Louise as both a Lector and Eucharis c Minister and looks forward to leveraging his experience as a marriage ministry facilitator for the Los Angeles Archdiocese. Josh pledges to bring forth new ideas and perspec ves that will help ensure parishioners feel valued, respected, and appreciated as they call St. Louise their spiritual home. Josh is married to Melissa and they have one daughter, Maya. Greg Zampiello Greg and his wife Jennifer have been members of the St. Louise community since They have been married for eleven years and they have three children: two sons, Christopher and Ma hew, and an infant daughter, Angelina. Greg has been a teacher in the Charter Oak school district for over 15 years, working at both the elementary and high school levels. He currently teaches math and engineering at Charter Oak High School. In addi on to Pastoral Council, Greg has been involved in the Knights of Columbus, serving as the council s Recorder. His primary interest in serving on the Pastoral Council is working to help meet the different needs of parishioners and school families of the St. Louise community. As a parishioner and school parent in the St. Louise community, Greg is looking forward to serving the faith community in any capacity necessary. PRAY FOR THE SICK Please pray for those listed below who are sick: Martha Addington; Yolanda Adrego; Rory Andrade; Sonny Bernabe; Ma Byers; Lore a Cady; Mike Cassidy; Judy Caputo; Michael Chacon; Lilia Corte; Edye Duggan; Joe Escalera Sr. & Jr.; Pat Fallis; Camille Fisher; Rachel For ; Mercy Garcia; Patricia Gibbons; Carmen Gonzalez; David Gonzalez; Debra Gordon; Pedro Gu errez; Suzanne Hanson; Toni Hunt; Aus n Kerk; Nancy La Mascus; Adele Lui; Damacio Marquez; Gloria Marquez; Patricia Marquez; Carolyn Matone; Rayna Morrison; Carlos Mota; Alicia Moya; Kathleen Mo er; John Murphy; Tracie Neria; Frank Nila Jr.; Sandra Nila; Ana Nuñez; Michael Reyes; Jennifer Senne ; Julia Sermeno; Ferdinano Silveo; Victor Sison; Ryan Soldridge; Margareta Steinmetz; Mary Taylor; Chris Williams; Al Wurst; Melinda Zamora; Monica Zubia. KEEP US UPDATED Parishioners are asked to please contact the Parish Center to have a loved one placed on the list. For a name to remain on the sick list, please contact the Parish Office by the 15 th of every month. The names of the sick and hur ng will be published weekly in our bulle n. Thank you for your assistance in helping us maintain the list, as it will ensure those in need of prayer will receive it.

8 CALENDARS/SCHEDULES CONTACT INFORMATION Page 8 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Mondays & Fridays Wednesdays Saturdays Confessions: 7:30 AM to 7:55 AM 7:30 PM 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday, October 24, :20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 9:30 AM Monday Morning Prayer Group SLDMCR Tuesday, October 25, :20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 6:30 PM Legion of Mary PCBR 7:00 PM Women of Faith Bible Study 8thGrade Wednesday, October 26, :20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 5:00 PM Children s Choir CHURCH 6:45 PM OLPH Novena CHURCH 7:00 PM RCIA SLDMCR Thursday, October 27, :20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 9:15 AM Rosary Making Group PCBR 12:00 PM Thursday Bible Study SLDMCR 6:00 PM LOM Curia Mee ng SLDMCR Friday, October 28, :20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 10:30 AM FATIMA Prayer Group PCBR 6:00 PM Bingo MPHALL Saturday, October 29, :30 PM Evening Mass CHURCH Sunday, October 30, :30 AM Mass CHURCH 7:00 AM Breakfast in the Hall MPHALL 8:00 AM Guadalupana Street Faire MPHALL 8:00 AM Mass CHURCH 9:30 AM Mass CHURCH 11:00 AM Mass CHURCH 12:30 PM Mass CHURCH 1:30 PM Filipino-American Study MPHALL 5:00 PM Mass CHURCH 6:30 PM Youth Night MPHALL MPHALL Msgr. Pierce Hall MPR Mul Purpose Room SLDMCR St. Louise de Marillac Conference Room PCBR Parish Center Board Room PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Robert Fulton, Pastor (626) ext. 204 Fr. Joseph McShane, Associate Pastor (626) ext. 203 Deacon Al Valles, Permanent Deacon (626) ext. 225 Deacon Alan Holderness, Permanent Deacon (626) ext. 206 Deacon Peter Brause, Permanent Deacon (626) ext. 227 Deacon Omar Uriarte, Permanent Deacon (626) ext. 228 MINISTRY STAFF Sr. Nancy Uhl, SND de Namur, Marriage, Annulments, Visitors to the Sick & Pastoral Counseling (626) ext. 212 Robert Kochis, Director of Music (626) ext. 207 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Ray Elder, Business Manager (626) ext. 205 l manager@stlouisedm.org Susan Bugelli, Office Manager (626) ext. 201 l officemanager@stlouisedm.org PARISH SCHOOL Dr. Denise Valadez, Principal (626) ext. 310 Sue Reyes, Secretary (626) ext. 301 l schoolsecretary@stlouisedm.org FAITH FORMATION Toney Renteria, Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator (626) ext. 405 Sheila Uriarte, Elementary Coordinator (626) ext. 404 Cecilia Luna, Faith Formation Secretary Kathy and Ben Prestia, RCIA l (626) Faith Formation Hours Monday - Thursdays/ 9 am - 6 pm & Fridays / 9 am - 5 pm (626) St. Louise de Marillac Parish Center 1720 E. Covina Blvd., Covina, CA (626) , Fax (626) Monday - Friday / 8 am - 8 pm Saturday / 9 am - 6 pm Sunday / 9 am - 2 pm

9 WORSHIP AND LITURGY TODAY S READINGS First Reading The L is a God of jus ce who hears the cry of the oppressed, the orphan, the widow, the lowly (Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18). Psalm The Lord hears the cry of the poor (Psalm 34). Second Reading The crown of righteousness awaits me (2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18). Gospel The tax collector stood at a distance, beat his breast, and prayed, O God, be merciful to me, a sinner (Luke 18:9-14). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Eph 4:32 5:8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 13:10-17 Tuesday: Eph 5:21-33 or 5:2a, 25-33; Ps 128:1-5; Lk 13:18-21 Wednesday: Eph 6:1-9; Ps 145:10-14; Lk 13:22-30 Thursday: Eph 6:10-20; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10; Lk 13:31-35 Friday: Eph 2:19-22; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 6:12-16 Saturday: Phil 1:18b-26; Ps 42:2, 3, 5cdef; Lk 14:1, 7-11 Sunday: Wis 11:22 12:2; Ps 145:1-2, 8-11, 13-14; 2 Thes 1:11 2:2; Lk 19:1-10 DID YOU KNOW? Healthy suspicion can protect those who are vulnerable to abuse. When it comes to figh ng against abuse, preven on is the first step. For adults who work with kids, it s important to recognize the signs of those who could be vulnerable to predators or abuse. Using healthy suspicion can help prevent access to these kids as well. For a copy of the VIRTUS ar cle Awareness and Educa on Empower Adults to Be er Protect Minors jvienna@la-archdiocese.org or call For more information on other ways to keep kids safe, contact Linda Filkins, the Parish Safeguard Committee Chairperson at (626) or the Archdiocesan Safeguard the Children Office at (213) For particular help, call the Victims Assistance Office at (213) MASS INTENTIONS Page 9 Sunday, October23rd 6:30 am: Barbara Nixon (RIP); John Huen (RIP) 8:00 am: Donovan Family (SI) 9:30 am: Willy Lopez (RIP); Eleuteria Gadiano (RIP) 11:00 am: Jill Holland (SI); Matthew Flores (SI) 12:30 pm: St. Louise Parish Families (SI) 5:00 pm: Lucy and Shant Jaburian (SI) Monday, October 24th 6:20 am: Erlinda Divinagracia (RIP); Louis Marchesano (RIP) 8:00 am: Joy Macabagdal (SI); Juan Juarez (SI) Tuesday, October 25th 6:20 am: Fr. James Francis Adams (SI); William Hicks (RIP) 8:00 am: Mary Nee (RIP); Louis Marchesano (RIP) Wednesday, October 26th 6:20 am: Timothy Gleason (RIP); William Hicks (RIP) 8:00 am: All Souls especially those in most need Thursday, October 27th 6:20 am: Cory Barky (RIP); Basil Xavier (RIP) 8:00 am: Thomas Beaver (RIP); Sister Daya Therese (SI) Friday, October 28th 6:20 am: St. Louise Parish Families (SI) 8:00 am: Heriberto Guerrero (SI); Michael Younger (RIP) Saturday, October 29th 8:00 am: John Paul Lingao (SI); Sheila Marie Co (RIP) 5:30 pm: Henry Solis (SI); Enrique Sermeno (RIP) St. Louise is hosting the Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 24th. More information next week. IMMACULATE HEART RADIO Immaculate Heart Radio is a non -profit lay apostolate that operates a growing network of Catholic radio sta ons in the West. We are dedicated to spreading the knowledge, love and prac ce of the Roman Catholic Faith by means of radio. Our programming content is, therefore, primarily cateche cal, devo onal, and inspira onal. Please listen to Immaculate Heart Radio, KHJ 930 AM, on your radio dial. This is a Catholic radio sta on and has a very good format of religious topics.

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