St. Anastasia Catholic Church August 10, 2014 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. Luke 1:46-47 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90045 Phone: 310-670-2243 Fax: 310-670-5052 Website: www.st-anastasia.org E-mail: parish@st-anastasia.org Parish established in 1953 in honor of James Francis Cardinal McIntyre
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Elijah recognized the voice of God not in the strong and heavy wind, not in the earthquake, and not in the fire, but in a tiny whispering sound. May we find enough quiet in our clamorous world to hear His voice and discern what He is calling us to do and be. Father Gabe is away on vacation. Until he returns, please enjoy and reflect upon the writings of the saints! If we wish to make any progress in the service of God we must begin every day of our life with new eagerness. We must keep ourselves in the presence of God as much as possible and have no other view or end in all our actions but the divine honor. ~Saint Charles Borromeo Jesus is happy to come with us, as truth is happy to be spoken, as life to be lived, as light to be lit, as love is to be loved, as joy to be given, as peace to be spread. ~Saint Francis of Assisi LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers Angie Alvarado Annie Doherty Beatrice Vasek Bill Corrigan Donna Corrigan Doris Dempsey Elizabeth Hauser Frances Wilkerson Jazzmine Peluchette Joanna Musacchio Jude Keith Hebert Lori Caldwell Mary Ann Kwinn Mary Ratkovic Melvin Peluchette Norma Aaron Peggy Keelaghan Rebeca Acuna Renee Harrangue Ron & Louise Wasilewski Ruth Smith Sr. Eileen Marie (Marleen) Corrigan Stephane Lempire Sue McLaughlin Victoria Mitsakos Yolanda Garcia ***Please note that this list will be updated monthly. Family members should please contact the Parish Office to add names or to let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray. SUN. 8/10 7:30AM 9:00AM 10:30AM 12:00PM 7:30PM MON. 8/11 TUES. 8/12 WED. 8/13 DENNIS HAUSER SHIRLEY VESCERA GEORGE WILKERSON LINDA MARIE CURRAN ICHSAN SATYADI DENNIS HAUSER STEVE MOUNTAIN DENNIS HAUSER MAGGIE ROSEN ISSA SPECIAL INTENTIONS JOAN CONNOLLY MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK THURS. 8/14 5:30PM SPECIAL INTENTIONS NORMAN BARDALES HOLY DAY VIGIL MASS ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY FRI. 8/15 HOLY DAY MASS HOLY DAY MASS 7:30PM HOLY DAY MASS SAT. 8/16 5:30PM PARISHIONERS OF ST. A S PARISHIONERS OF ST. A S Birthday Anniversary Memorial Support
Let us run to Mary, and, as her little children, cast ourselves into her arms with a perfect confidence. -Saint Francis de Sales The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243. Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... SATURDAY CONFESSIONS: 3:30 to 5 p.m. and 7:30 to 8 p.m. Msgr. Cox To Receive Holy Communion (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound) Please call Gloria Bowen, Eucharistic Minister to the sick at 310-670-5971. To have names of the ill included on our prayer list, families may call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243. Reflections on Today s Readings: FOCUS: The Son of God is the source of our strength. Many times in life we look for God s saving presence. We look for Jesus to be the great rescuer - someone who will immediately lift us up from our struggles. But we need to take the time to reflect how God is now, or has been present to us. Such spiritual vision will help us to more readily call upon the power of God in times of need. LITURGY OF THE WORD: Elijah is seeking shelter in the cave, but God won t let him hide there. He is challenged to go out and look for the presence of God and finds it in unexpected places. The disciples too, want shelter from the storm and they find it in Jesus. Although they are initially shaken by the storm, they come to realize that the Son of God is in their midst. Masses: Sat: 5:30 p.m. Sun: 7:30 a.m. Sun: 9:00 a.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 p.m. This Week ~ August 9th and 10th Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Holy Day of Obligation The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Thursday, August 14th Vigil Mass ~ 5:30pm Friday, August 15th ~ 6:30am, 8:00am, 7:00pm Celebrating Our Faith Next Week ~ August 16th and 17th Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Celebrants: Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox Fr. Tom Fr. Tom Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Vadakin We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical passages that will be proclaimed at all Masses on Sunday, August 17th. First Reading Thus says the LORD: Stand firm in justice; do what is right (Isaiah 56:1, 6-7). Second Reading The gifts and the calling of God are unable to be revoked (Romans 11:13-15, 29-32). Gospel Recognizing the Canaanite woman s great faith, Jesus told her, It shall be done as you wish (Matthew 15:21-28). Please join us weekly on Monday mornings after the 8am Mass for the Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction. Rosary Prayer Group Summer Schedule The Rosary is prayed after the 6:30am Mass Mondays- Fridays and after the 8:00am Mass Mondays-Saturdays with the exception of special days and events. The Rosary group that meets after the 8:00am Mass Monday-Friday will be on summer vacation until September. The Rosary will still be prayed on Saturdays and after the 6:30am Weekday Mass during the month of August.
Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith REGISTER FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL!! Come and Join the Fun! Registration for School of Religious Education (SRE) classes will take place on Sunday, August 24th from 9 am to Noon in the Diamond courtyard. Registration is for: Early Childhood Education - 3, 4 and 5 year olds; Sacramental Preparation for 1st and 2nd year students; Older Sacramental, and Continuing Education students *Volunteers needed for all age levels* If you cannot make this registration date call Jonette Mauch at the Rectory Office, 310-670- 2243. Note: there is no registration necessary for the childcare offered at the 9 am and 10:30 am Masses. RCIA - AN AMAZING JOURNEY OF FAITH FOR YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW Are you thinking about becoming a Catholic? Do you know someone who might be thinking about becoming a Catholic? Here is the chance to invite that special someone to an informal gathering to share and question whether or not the time is right for them to pursue becoming a Catholic. The process is called RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. This is the process through which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic faith community. We become a member of the Catholic faith by truly experiencing the life, the self-understanding, and the activities of the community itself. Please consider experiencing this process or inviting someone to join us for this amazing journey of faith. We begin with an informal gathering on Thursday evening Sept. 18th at 7:30 PM. Email Jonette at jonettemauch@gmail.com or call her at 310-670-2243 for more information. Fact of Life - Human Nature and the Image of God excerpt from speech by Archbishop Jose Gomez 8.9.14 In his first encyclical, Lumen Fidei, Pope Francis writes about this (what it means to be human), in almost poetic language. He writes: Once man has lost the fundamental orientation which unifies his existence, he breaks down into the multiplicity of his desires his life-story disintegrates into a myriad of unconnected instants an aimless passing from one lord to another a plethora of paths leading nowhere and forming a vast labyrinth. This is where we re at in our culture. We have disintegrated the idea of the human person and reduced it to whatever we wish it to be. And this cultural situation suggests a mission for the Church and individual Christians. I am coming to see that the new evangelization must include a new presentation of Christian anthropology- a new proclamation of our beautiful Catholic vision for the human person. God has entrusted us in the Church with the beautiful truth that the human person is sacred. That every man and woman is created in the image and likeness of God. On-Line Confirmation Registration Now Open! Confirmation Year 1 and Year 2 registration information is now available on-line on the parish website! Go to http://www.st-anastasia.org/ sacraments/high-school-confirmation and use the links and on-line forms to find more information and to sign up. Questions? Use ConfirmationSaintA@gmail.com to contact the Confirmation Coordinator! The Lord is With Us Every Moment Remind young people that the Lord is not only present at church, but with us in every moment. If they do not have one already, consider giving them a physical reminder that they can keep with them throughout their day. This could be a prayer card to keep in their school binder, a saint medal to wear around their neck or even a rosary to keep in their pocket. www.la-archdiocese.org
Ministry in Community Mass and Prayer Intentions Masses for living and deceased persons can be requested by calling or visiting the Parish Office during office hours. Mass cards are also available to send. Family members only can also request that names be added to the prayers for the ill section of the bulletin. Please note that the prayer list will be updated monthly starting August 1st. Families should let us know in advance if we should keep a name on the list from the previous month. Fall 2014 dates are now available for hosting the Traveling Holy Family Statues. Contact Regina at the Rectory for more information. Traveling Holy Family # 1 Summer Vacation for the Holy Family #1 Traveling Holy Family # 2 Summer Vacation for the Holy Family #2 Living Faith for Kids When the disciples saw [Jesus} walking on the sea they were terrified. It is a ghost, they said, and they cried out in fear. At once Jesus spoke to them, Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid. Matthew 14:26-27 Would you be scared to see someone walking on the water in the middle of the night? But Jesus was not out to scare anyone. In fact, he told them not to be afraid. Be not afraid is something Jesus says many times in the Gospels. He comes to us to save us from sin - something that is really scary because it damages our relationship with God. But don t be afraid; Jesus comes to us in the sacraments to give us courage and free us from sin. Jesus help me to overcome my fear of your power. 1 Kings 19:9, 11-13 Psalm 85:9-14 Romans 9:1-5 Matthew 14:22-33 SOCIAL CLUB NEWS Join us on Tuesday, October 7, for Monsignor Vadakin s Fall Bus Trip. We will be visiting the San Fernando Mission and exploring the Archives of the Archdiocese as well as the Bob Hope Garden. We will also visit St. Ann s Melkite Church. Our lunch stop will be at Universal Citywalk, where you can purchase what you like from a variety of restaurants. This fun-filled day will run from approximately 9am-4pm. The price of the trip is $20 and includes the bus, docent fees, and all gratuities. For reservations or more information please call Laurette at 310-670-2488. All reservations must be paid for by September 25, but don t wait, as space is very limited and this trip will certainly fill fast! COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENTS This section is provided on a space-available basis: placement, duration and wording are not guaranteed. Registration is open for the Southern California Renewal Committee (SCRC) Annual Convention in Anaheim this Labor Day Weekend. More info is at http://scrc.org/ convention/2014 Westchester Playa Village presents their End of Summer Beach Bash on Tuesday, August 26th from 2-4pm at the YMCA Annex. Enjoy music, dancing, refreshments, prizes and more for a $5 suggested donation! Call 310-695-7030 for more information or to RSVP. "Hearing God's Voice in a Noisy World" presented by Restore L.A., is a one-day retreat taking place on Saturday, August 23, from 11am - 9pm at American Martyrs Parish in Manhattan Beach, featuring music and engaging speakers. Register on-line here: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/events/ restorela/pages/default.aspx Please join Fr. Peter West from Human Life International as he brings the Black Madonna, Our Lady of Czestochowa, to Holy Family Church in Glendale. Tuesday, August 12: 6:00 PM Holy Hour and Rosary, 7:00 PM Mass. Holy Family Church, 209 E. Lomita, Glendale, CA 91205. There will also a Rosary held at the Glendale abortion facility with our Lady of Czestochowa on Wednesday, August 13, from 8am-11:00am, at 372 W. Arden Ave, Glendale 91203 For more information, call 818-281-2934. IMPORTANT REMINDERS! The St. Joseph Collection will take place after all Masses on Sunday, August 17th. This collection benefits the poorest and the needy of the Westside area. Your donations of cash/non-perishable food are greatly appreciated. Ministry Leaders: Bulletin content is due 2 weeks prior to the bulletin publication date; start planning for Fall activities now! Volunteers are needed for parish ministries! Contact Confirmation- SaintA@gmail.com for information on helping with Confirmation activities. To assist with Baptism Share Sessions, contact Esmeralda Balsz at 310-679- 9119.
St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-670-2243 Office 310-670-5052 Fax Website: www.st-anastasia.org Email: parish@st-anastasia.org SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30-5 PM & 7:30-8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30-9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of family BAPTISMS: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in a preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243 or Fred & Esmeralda Balsz @ 679-9119. MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later than 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243. 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, 310-670-2243. LITURGICAL MINISTRIES Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.... 670-5971 Jan & Herb Masi...... 641-2819 Ministers of the Word... Carl Pentis...... 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon...... 670-1298 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz...... 337-7213 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias...... 641-4194 Altar Server Committee: Herb Masi 641-2819 Patrick Doherty.. 650-0274 Maura Reznik..... 645-6845 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 Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Gabriel Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance School Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Olivier Chaine PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Denise Gustafson Shawna Wiseman ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch...... 670-2243 Confirmation Catrina Grove-Reyes... 670-2243 Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz... 679-9119 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Parish Finance Council Jim Healy...... 410-1206 Pastor Advisory Council..670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz...... 337-9534 Men s Club Chris Turkmany...... 642-6646 Knights of Columbus Arts and Education Jayne Cram...... 645-1140 Stewardship....670-2243 J.S.Paluch - Wendy Schatan, Bulletin Ads (Back cover) - 310-200-5597 St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-645-8816 Office Website: school.st-anastasia.org Email: school@st-anastasia.org PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES Bereavement...670-2243 Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin... 927-8891 Prayer Group English Lori Mountain... 502-9105 Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis...645-7175 Ben Oakley.670-2771 Respect Life....670-2243 Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger... 670-2243 Karen Diaz... 670-2243 St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram..... 645-1140 Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell... 823-7417 St. Margaret s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson... 672-2208 Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo..306-9390 Adopt-A-Family Rose and Matt Fissinger... 645-8285 Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta... 670-0285 Nurses Ministry Nancy Reilly....424-228-4767 Pen Pal Project - Prison Ministry jeanne@pieper.com..670-2243 Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger... 670-2243 Men s Spirituality Joe Berberich... 745-7009 Shad Meshad... 568-1065 Men s Morning Hour....670-2243 MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram.645-1140 Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski... 670-2243 Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau..670-2488 Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita.216-2001 Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty.650-0274 INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PRIEST OR IN RELIGIOUS LIFE? Call the Office for Vocations 213-637-7248 www.la-archdiocese.org/org/vocations