FEBRUARY 3, 2013 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Faith, hope, and love remain, these three; but the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13 Celebrating 85 Years CATHEDRAL CHAPEL PARISH 2013 STEWARDSHIP OF TIME, TALENT & TREASURE PROGRAM 923 S. LA BREA AVENUE, LOS ANGELES CA 90036 SCHEDULE OF MASSES Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Weekday: 8:00 AM (Monday-Saturday) Wednesday: 7:00 PM (Perpetual Help Novena) Holy Day: 8:00 AM, 6:30 PM; Vigil: 6:30 PM SACRAMENTS Confession: *4:00-4:30 PM, Saturday Baptism: Fourth Sunday of the month Matrimony: Six months notice required in advanced for marriage preparation Appointments available for private Baptism, Funeral, Quinceañera. Please call to schedule your event. *(Confession schedule is subject to change without notice. Thank you.) RELIGIOUS EDUCATION First Communion: 3:45 PM Wednesday Confirmation: 11:00 AM Sunday RCIA: 7:00 PM Monday CONTACT US: Parish Office/Mailing: 926 S. Detroit Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Rectory: 922 S. Detroit Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Telephone (323) 930-5976 Fax (323) 935-7308 Email: parish@cathedralchapel.org Website: www.cathedralchapel.org this weekend is OFFERTORY FOLLOW-UP WEEKEND Thank you to all who participated in our Treasure Commitment last weekend: We are grateful to have received seventy-five cards from our parish families who have made a commitment to our 2013 program. Seven cards are from new families who joined our church. There were six cards from visiting families who noted that they do not attend regularly, but enjoy celebrating Mass and the friendly people at our church. We are so happy to see that more than 450 parishioners attended our celebration of the Mass last weekend. For the purpose of keeping accurate records of parishioners in our database, we request that each household fill out a card. You may drop the cards in the collection basket or mail it to the parish office. You may also sign up online or update your information by visiting our website, www.cathedralchapel.org. I am the church. You are the church. We are the church. Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A MESSAGE FROM FR. TRUC It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things (1Cor. 13). Dear Parishioners and Visitors: Begin the New Year by Giving is the parish s annual invitation to all our parishioners, to make a financial commitment for 2013. Your responses last week were great since we received a number of new parishioners. I encourage both new and current parishioners to fill out the 2013 Offertory card; this will help us to keep the records in our database accurate. Your continuing support is essential to our efforts of evangelization and ministerial outreach. Please remember that my hope or goal for 2013 is 300 families using the envelopes and $22.00 per Sunday offering. I look forward to hearing your input and suggestions on finding ways of how to best improve our worship celebration, and renew our Catholic faith. During this Year of Faith, I urge you to find ways to develop a personal relationship with God; learn about our Catholic teachings of the pros and cons especially concerning morality. Protecting God s Children in the 21st Century through Learning from Past Mistakes In recent years, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles has transformed a new culture of prevention, protocol in reporting of allegations, and protection of God s children in the 21st century. For example, some of the necessary steps are as follows: 1. Promptly report abuse allegations to civil authorities, 2. Screen all those who supervise children, and 3. Train adults and children in the latest abuse prevention procedures. Cardinal Mahony, Archbishop Gomez, bishops, pastors, priests, and leaders in the archdiocese have apologized for the sad and shameful actions of some priests, as well as for our inadequate responses in assisting victims and in dealing with perpetrators The past cannot be changed, but we have learned from it (Statement from the Archdiocese). During the last two weeks and the next several months, pages of court documents were released or will be released concerning cases of priests accused or suspected of child sex abuse. Names of Cardinal Mahony, Bishop Curry, or priests in authority will appear in the press; through the various different media, as you read these reports or commentaries, each of us will form our own opinions and emotions. Please keep the following thoughts in your mind: The information in these cases is decades-old, and does not reflect the abuse reporting and prevention policies and procedures employed in all of our parishes and schools for the past 11 years (Statement from the Archdiocese). I include here is an excerpt from Bishop Curry s statement: I wish to acknowledge and apologize for those instances when I made decisions regarding the treatment and disposition of clergy accused of sexual abuse that in retrospect appear inadequate or mistaken. Most especially, I wish to express my sympathy to all the victims of sexual abuse by clergy. Like many others, I have come to a clearer understanding over the years of the causes and treatment of sexual abuse Please email me (frtruc@cathedralchapel.org) or call me at the parish office if you have any questions. Let us keep each other in prayers for strength and healing. Year of Faith Formation - Holy Land Sites - A 12 Week DVD Series Touching the Past and Inspiring the Future - Wednesday - 7PM in the church Please join me on Wednesdays to watch a 10 minute DVD series about the Temple of Jerusalem and other biblical sites to learn about the Holy Land and to enrich your understanding of the Bible. During this Year of Faith, I urge you to find ways to develop a personal relationship with God and to learn about our Catholic teachings of the pros and cons especially concerning morality. WEEK OF FEBRUARY 3 9, 2013 SAINTS, SPECIAL OBSERVANCES, MASS INTENTIONS AND PARISH EVENTS SUNDAY, FEB. 3: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Day for Consecrated Life; Boy Scout Sunday 8:00 Alan Roché 10:00 George Shetz 11:00 Confirmation Classes 12:00p For All Our Parishioners 5:00p For Priestly & Religious Vocations MONDAY, FEB. 4 8:00 Birthday Intentions of Lita & Teddy Magpantay 7:00p RCIA Class TUESDAY, FEB. 5: St. Agatha 8:00 Ester Huerta WEDNESDAY, FEB. 6: St. Paul Miki and Companions 8:00 The Living & Deceased Members of Lathrop Family; Fr. Walker; For the Sick in Our Parish 3:45p First Communion Classes 7:00p OLP Novena & Holy Land Series THURSDAY, FEB. 7 8:00 Gene Galicia FRIDAY, FEB. 8: St. Jerome Emiliani; St. Josephine Bakhita 8:00 Francisco Espinoza SATURDAY, FEB. 9: Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00 Birthday Intentions of Andrea Perez 4:00p Confession* (-4:30p) 5:00p Birthday Intentions of Lourdes Lim *CONFESSION schedule is subject to change w/o notice. For appointments, please call the parish office, or send an email to Fr. Truc. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. To offer Mass intentions: call or email the parish office. Donations are $15 weekday, $25 Sunday. PARISH ADMINISTRATION Rev. Truc Q. Nguyen, Pastor frtruc@cathedralchapel.org, ext. 224 Nancy G-Sheehan, Parish Business Manager nancy@cathedralchapel.org, ext. 223 Mayela Albarran, Office Assistant mayela@cathedralchapel.org, ext. 235 Sister Anna Tom, SDSH, Rel. Ed. Director religioused@cathedralchapel, ext. 234 In Residence: Most Reverend Bishop Edward Wm. Clark (928 S. Detroit St. Los Angeles, 90036) Elementary School Cathedral Chapel School, Grades K-8th Tina Kipp, Principal 755 S. Cochran Ave., L.A. CA 90036 T: (323) 938-9976; F: (323) 938-9930 www.cathedralchapelschool.org
WORSHIP, LITURGY & FAITH AN ONGOING MISSION In his hometown synagogue, Jesus' neighbors are amazed by his words. Nevertheless, they remind each other, "Is this not Joseph's son?" Surely the people know who he is. The carpenter's son. The young man who had learned in this very synagogue. The boy down the street. Conflict arises as Jesus begins to define himself in a new way. When he compares himself to the ancient prophets Elijah and Elisha the tensions grow. The tensions multiply when Jesus begins to tell of a new mission for God's people: the good news of the scriptures is intended for all. In his famous passage from the First Letter to the Corinthians, St. Paul reminds us of the eternal nature of love. Love does not come to an end. In today's readings, we are reminded that, like love, Jesus' mission cannot be contained. Jesus slips through the crowd of persecutors and moves on to new challenges. We are called to this same perseverance in the name of love. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Readings (4th Sunday Ordinary): Jer 1:4 5, 17 19; Ps 71:1 6, 15, 17; 1 Cor 12:31 13:13 [13:4 13]; Lk 4:21 30 Treasures From Our Tradition Here I am, send me! Here I am Lord, Is it I Lord? I have heard you calling in the night. I will go Lord, if you lead me. I will hold your people in my heart. The song of the angels, "Holy, Holy, Holy," resounds from our lips at every Mass. There was a widespread belief in the first religions of the world that God stirred creation into being by a word, a song, a musical note. Music and a sense of God's presence have always been inseparable. In the liturgy, your voice is invited into this song as the priest names the reasons for our praise. "Heaven and earth are full of your glory," and we are not passive onlookers, but participants in this glory. Catholic prayer no longer assigns this angelic hymn to a choir, but gives it to you to sing. Even if your voice is thought to be suitable only for a well-insulated shower stall, you are called into this song. We are born to sing--just listen to a baby testing the full range of newly-discovered vocal abilities. Soon we get shushed and hushed into quiet, and given lots of messages that our voices are unwanted, and that we need to raise our hands in order to be heard. All of that is overturned in liturgy, the place where God waits to hear us come alive in the song of all creation. In heaven, everyone's in the choir; why not start practicing now? James Field, J. S. Paluch Co. LECTORS & EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS SCHEDULE: FEBRUARY 9 10, TEAM 1
CONFIRMATION GROUP S PANCAKE BREAKFAST SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH AFTER THE 8AM & 10AM MASSES Thank you for supporting the youth of our parish. LOS ANGELES RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS 2013 February 22-24, 2013 ENTER THE MYSTERY In this Year of Faith, the Congress theme enter the Mystery, bids us to look with new eyes and discover God s creative presence woven into the fabric of our rich faith story: our beliefs, our rituals and our great spiritual traditions. PARISH LIFE: MINISTRY, EVENTS & REMINDERS From the Parish Office 2013 PARISH CENSUS We are conducting a parish census to update the information in our parish database. We kindly request that you fill out a Stewardship card or sign up online. Thank you for your cooperation. VISITING OR NEW TO OUR PARISH? We are delighted to have you join us and welcome you into our humble little parish community in the heart of Los Angeles. If you have recently moved into our community, you may call the parish office at 323.930.5976. or register via email at parish@cathedralchapel.org Offering envelopes are mailed quarterly to all our registered families. You may request weekly or monthly envelopes to be mailed to your home address. PARISH 2-weeks CALENDAR February 10 10:00am, School Mass, 4th Grade February 16-17 2013 TOGETHER IN MISSION February 19 Finance Council Meeting, 7:00pm MARRIAGE MINISTRY NEWS: You re Invited The Religious Education Congress is ready to enrich and revitalize us once more. Join us February 21 (Youth Day), February 22-24, 2013 at the Anaheim Convention Center. If you have never before attended Congress, you are assured of a wonderful experience. All are welcome to attend! Don t miss out! Register now for this spirit-filled and enriching weekend! You may access the book online and register by visiting www.recongress.org. Don't miss ordering specially priced tickets for Disney theme parks, only available online to RECongress attendees! Registration fee: $75, Feb 22-24, 2013 Youth Day Registration fee: $30, Feb. 21 CATHEDRAL CHAPEL YOUTH OUTREACH PROGRAM www.cathedralccyo.weebly.com visit our website www.cathedralchapel.org Did you know you can find these information on our website: Sunday bulletin Church calendar Church events Current issues Church history, facts & art Religious Education forms Sacramental forms Parishioner Registration form 2013 Stewardship Sign-up form Links to Catholic & school websites Pictures of church events NEW : Pastor s Corner (Fr. Truc s page) SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN: Keeping kids safe online: Visit CyberTipline at www.cybertipline.com. For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at (213) 637 7650. Also visit: http://archdiocese.la/protecting/index.php. COUPLES DAY OF RECOLLECTION Saturday, February 9, 2013 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Retreat location will be announced upon receiving your RSVP. Light lunch will be served. We will meet promptly at 9:30am in the north side parking lot of the church. Come out enriched, inspired and in love! To RSVP email Gina Ibarrola at couples@cathedralchapel.org. Join our growing ministry! Hope to see you at our February Couples Catchap event! COLLECTIONS FROM JANUARY 2013 Sunday Offering Building Fund Have your remembered your parish or school in your will or trust? For further information, please contact the parish office or H. Richard Closson, Director, Trust & Estate Programs, 213 637 7472 HRClosson@la archdiocese.org www.estateplanning.com/trustsacc. Our correct legal title is: The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Lost Angeles, A Corporation Sole for the benefit of: Your Parish or School Donor Wall Thank you for your continued support of our parish! May God bless you all.
Ordinary PARISH FINANCIAL COMPARISON 2010 2012 2012 2011 2010 World Marriage Sunday, February 10, 2013 All Masses: Renewal of Marriage Vows Ordinary Expense Expense Collections = Building Fund = Weekly Offering (52 Weeks) = 300 Families per week Ordinary Expense = Archdiocese Assessments = Married couples who are celebrating a milestone anniversary (1st, 5th, 25th, 50th, etc.), are invited to attend on February 10th for a renewal of marriage vows. Married Couples Corner Have a digital photo to share and display in our corner? Please email to parish@cathedralchapel.org by Wednesday, Feb. 6th. Sign up for our Annual 9-day Novena of Masses for all Married Couples: February 10-18, 2013 Weekly Expense (52 Weeks) = 300 Families per week ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE Balance Balance = Restricted Donations/ Parishes = Sacraments/ Services = FEBRUARY 13, 2013 8:00 AM (Mass & Distribution of Ashes) 9:00 AM (School Mass), 12:05 PM (Communion Service & Distribution of Ashes), 6:30 PM (Mass & Distribution of Ashes) Restricted Concert = Christmas Fundraising = Parish Year End Balance = Starting Friday, February 22, 2013 6:30 PM STATIONS OF THE CROSS JOIN US each Friday evenings, after the Stations of the Cross at 7:15 PM, Parish Hall, for a light dinner of soup and/or fish with fellow parishioners. To sign up for a Fish N Soup Friday, please call the parish office or email fishfriday@cathedralchapel.org.