SAINT MARTIN OF TOURS CATHOLIC CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - February 11, 2018 MONDAY-FRIDAY: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Closed for Lunch: 12:00 PM - 1:00PM SUNDAY: 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY: 5:00PM Vigil SUNDAY: 7:00 AM 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 5:00 PM DAILY MASS 8:00 AM Rosary 8:30 AM Monday-Friday COMMUNION SERVICE 8:30 AM Saturday CONFESSIONS: 3:30 PM 4:30PM Saturdays or by appointment HOLY DAYS: As Announced SAINT MARTIN ACADEMY: Principal: Antoinette Dimuzio 619.466.3241 Preschool to 8th Grade We invite you to be a Sharing Member Register, Participate and Share your Gifts and Talents. 7710 El Cajon Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942 www.stmartinoftoursparish.org PH 619-465-5334 FAX 619-465-7297 Email Address: info@saintmartinoftours.cc
From the Desk of Fr. Chris... Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to everyone who contributed to our Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA) last year. We were able to meet and exceed the amount assessed by the Diocese of San Diego. I can only attribute the success of last year s ACA to your deep faith in Jesus Christ, which you have so genuinely expressed through your generous support of His Church. Our ACA assessment for the year 2018 is $51,000. Once again, I would like to stress that ACA donations are NOT used for secular or legal purposes. Rather, they are used to support these essential Christian ministries: Youth and Young Adult Ministry Catholic Schools Marriage and Family Life Vocations to the Priesthood St. Francis Center in San Diego Continuing Education for Priests Emergency, Food and Shelter Pregnancy, Parenting and Adoption Services Senior Citizen Programs Family and Individual Counseling My plan to meet our ACA assessment is simple: If you gave last year, please try to give the same amount this year, if you could. If you weren t able to give last year, I humbly ask that you take some time to prayerfully consider how much you can give to this year s appeal, if you are able. Any amount will help. Your continued generosity in support of our local Diocese is vital to the mission of the Universal Catholic Church. God will never be outdone in generosity. I pray that He may bless you abundantly in return for your kindness and generous acts. Peace and blessings, Fr. Chris Page 2
FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN: Registration for Faith Formation from preschool, age 4 to 11 years and Sacramental preparation for First Eucharist and Reconciliation is ongoing. Sun, Feb 25 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Mar 4 900am Family Mass 1015am Sacramental Preparation for First Eucharist Sun, Mar 11 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Mar 25 815am Session in Parish Hall For more information, please contact Christine Davis, Religious Education Coordinator, at chris@saintmartinoftours.cc or 619.698.8434 REGISTRATION FOR JR. HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL FAITH FORMATION & CONFIRMATION PREPARATION: HIGH SCHOOL FAITH FORMATION Sun, Feb 11 630-8pm Youth Group Session Sun, Feb 25 630-8pm Youth Group Session Sun, Mar 4 5-6pm Youth Mass Sun, Mar 4 630-8pm Youth Group Session JR. HIGH SCHOOL FAITH FORMATION Mon, Feb 12 630-745pm Youth Group Session Mon, Feb 26 630-745pm Youth Group Session Fri, Mar 3 8-930pm Roller Ska ng @ Rsportz in El Cajon Sun, Mar 4 5-6pm Youth Mass Fri, Mar 9 630-8pm Escape to Our Lady of Grace Mon, Mar 12 630-745pm Youth Group Session For more informa on go to stmar no oursyouth@gmail.com or call Susan Skinner, Youth Minister, at 619.698.3180 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) INQUIRY SESSIONS: We would like to extend an invita on to everyone interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith, to join us on most Tuesday evenings at 7pm in the Parish Office Conference Room. Our next session is on Tuesday, February 13 at 7pm. If you are considering to become Catholic, or are bap zed and are inquiring about the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirma on, or just want to learn more about your Catholic faith, please come and see what we have to offer. The topic will be: Lent/Mardi Gras For more informa on, please contact Chris ne Davis, Coordinator, at 619.698-8434 or chris@saintmar no ours.cc NEW LIFE IN OUR PARISH Quentin Ronald Rooke & Juliette Marie Rooke, children of Ryan & Sheree Rooke, Julia Mae Sabinet Spong, daughter of Lawrence & Juvy Spong, were baptized on Sunday, February 11, 2017. We lovingly welcome this newest members ADULT CONFIRMATION We approach the Adult Confirmation preparation as continuing Faith Formation. If you are at least 18 years old, high school graduate, are practicing your faith and have not been confirmed, this year s Adult Confirmation process will start on Tuesday, February 20 at 7pm, in the small meeting room in Parish Hall. Christine Davis, Religious Education Coordinator chris@saintmartinoftours.cc. or 698-8434 Page 3
TODAY S READINGS First Reading -- The leper will dwell apart, making an abode outside the camp (Leviticus 13:1-46). Psalm -- I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you fill me with the joy of salvation (Psalm 32). Second Reading -- Do everything for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31 -- 11:1). Gospel -- The leprosy left him immediately, and he was made clean (Mark 1:40-45). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Jas 1:1-11; Ps 119; Mk 8:11-13 Tuesday: Jas 1:12-18; Ps 94; Mk 8:14-21 Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18; Ps 51; 2 Cor 5:20-6:2; Mt 6:1-18 Thursday: Dt 30:15-20; Ps1; Lk 9:22-25 Friday: Is 58:1-9a; Ps 51; Mt 9:14-15 Saturday: Is 58:9-14; Ps 86; Lk 5:27-32 Sunday: Gn 9:8-15; Ps 25; 1 Pt 3:18-22; Mk 1:12-15 2018 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL Saint Martin of Tours is pleased to participate in the 2018 Sharing God s Gifts Annual Catholic Appeal, that will be conducted Saturday and Sunday, February 17 & 18. This appeal supports charitable needs throughout the Diocese of San Diego. Your gifts make possible the work that impacts so many in our diocese: those who attend Catholic school, formation of new priests and care for our retired priests, evangelization and accompaniment of Young Adults, and the consoling presence of Christ for those imprisoned. Please make your intention to the Annual Catholic Appeal. You can make your contribution online at giving.sdcatholic.org, or by picking up a combo brochure/response card here at the parish. PROOF OF LOVE The proof of love is in the works. Where love exists, it works great things. But when it ceases to act, it ceases to exist. --St. Gregory the Great CLERGY Fr. Chris Kintanar, Pastor Email: frchrisk@gmail.com Deacon Allen Rosker Rev. Danilo Valdepeñas, In Residence Rev. Pedro Rivera, In Residence SACRAMENTS & MINISTRIES ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: 7pm first Friday of the month in the Holy Spirit Chapel. Closes with Benediction at 830pm. FAITH FORMATION: Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc Ages 4-12 - meet most Sundays September thru April: 815-10am FOOD ASSISTANCE Open Monday through Friday from 10am to 12pm Coordinator: Richard Zasueta 619.726.7618 RCIA: For adults wishing to become Catholic or complete their Sacraments of Initiation - Tues, 7pm. Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc BAPTISMS: Pre-baptismal Seminar required Call Parish Office for information - 619.465.5334 FIRST COMMUNION: Two years preparation Call Faith Formation Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc CONFIRMATION: Call Youth Minister: Susan Skinner, 619.698.3180 or stmartinoftoursyouth@gmail.com YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Minister: Susan Skinner - 619.698.3180 Jr. High: (7 & 8) and High School: (9-12) or stmartinoftoursyouth@gmail.com MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST: Cookie Comer - 619.980.8847 MUSIC MINISTRY: Sat. 5pm Evening Choir, Dennis Sable Sun. 9am Contemporary Choir, Frances Cavanaugh Sun. 11am Traditional Choir, Frances Cavanaugh Sun. 5pm Evening Choir, Dennis Sable WEDDINGS: Call for information - 619.465.5334 COMMUNITY GARDEN; Diane Hartley 619.466.3241 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS; Bill McClurg - 619.961.7063 SENIOR SINGLES GROUP: Third Monday at 10am in Barry Hall: Pat Kramm 619.469.3976 SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY: Flora Funk 619.957.4388 WOMEN S CLUB: First Thursday @1030am in Barry Hall Www.stmartinoftoursparish.org/womens.html or Pat Kramm - 619.469.3976 WOMEN OF FAITH; First Thursday at 6:30pm in Parish Hall-Meeting Room: Monica Dietsch - 619.469.1256 Page 4
Saturday Sunday F_\ru[ry 11-18 500 PM Georgene Zane 700 AM Mass for the People 900 AM Jo-Ellen LaRue-Birthday 1100 AM Glendear Harrel-Blessings 500 PM Mary Barnes-Healing Monday 830 AM Magnus Goransson- Blessings Tuesday 830 AM Alejandra Martinez-Birthday Wednesday 830 AM Daniel Vasquez 500 PM Thomas Jenkinson 700 PM Paula Jimenez-Safir- Blessings Thursday 830 AM Johnelycel Zabala-Birthday Friday 830 AM Vito Mazzarino Saturday Sunday 500 PM Dolores Gracia 700 AM Anna Quasarano 900 AM Frank Sardina 1100 AM Dorothy Christopherson 500 PM Mass for the People EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST Our Church is in great need of your compassion, prayers and time to share God s love and serve our neighbor. Saint Martin of Tours Homebound Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist serve in a very special and loving way by bringing Holy Communion (Body of Christ) prayers and time to those who are sick, hospitalized, or too infirmed to attend Holy Mass. Volunteering your time is one of the most rewarding ways for doing God s work. Join us and help us bring comfort and the healing power of Christ in the Eucharist to the homebound or sick. Training and guidance are provided. For more information please contact Deacon Al via email at: DeaconAl@saintmartinoftours.cc or 619.465.5334. PRAY FOR THE NEEDS AND INTENTIONS OF: Lin Wang, Byron Halvorsen Donna Webber, Eugene Chavez, Gil Tangog, Anna Zasueta, Pat Stewart, Anne Wojtach, Barbara Tilley, Jim Costello, Ed Lopez, Allen Stanley, Joan Glunt, Trey Sieradski, Ralph Hernandez, Frank Lizzo, Lee Gutgesell, Michele Heinzel, Monica Dietsch, David Doane, Alan Collins, Jean & Bob Keating, David Alan Zurline, Diane Bacon, David Stapleton, Bob McEwen, Marilyn McEwen, Bob Moeller, Carol Bessone, Stephanie Butcher, Joanne Silva, Tom Flahive, Carole Quinn, Bruce Reed, Doug Reed, Ted Curry, Bob & Jeannine Mitchell... may they find joy in the healing love of Christ. Please do not visit the above parishioners without the express permission of the family. Names will appear in the prayer list for four weeks, unless notified that the person is still in need of prayers. To add or delete names on the list, please call the parish office at 619.465.5334 or send an email to: info@saintmartinoftours.cc. As each has received a gift, employ it for one another as good stewards of God s varied grace. 1 Peter 4:10 SUNDAY S COLLECTION February 3/4, 2018 Total Plate Collection: $ 4,785.86 Total Envelope Collection: $15,473.00 TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION: $20,258.86 May God bless and reward you for your continued support to our Parish. Page 5
ENCOUNTER LENT with Catholic Relief Service Rice Bowl Join our faith community and nearly 14,000 Catholic communities across the United States in a life-changing Lenten journey of encounter with CRS Rice Bowl. Pick up your family s CRS Rice Bowl from St. Martin of Tours on Ash Wednesday, 2/14 and the following weekend. During the 40 days of Lent, as companions on the journey, we will encounter our neighbor. PARISH FAMILY DINNER Launching our Lenten Journey FRIDAY, February 16, 2018 5:30-6:50pm - Parish Hall All Are Welcome Let s come together as a parish community to Encounter Lent! Video presentations: CRS featured countries Taste samples of ethnic foods Preview the Friday Night Lenten Speaker Series Enjoy a fish taco dinner Casanova Fish Tacos (tickets sold at the door - $8 & $5 plates) Sponsored by Saint Martin of Tours Social Justice Ministry STATIONS OF THE CROSS WILL FOLLOW AT 7PM IN THE CHURCH A BOOK TO READ There is a great difference between the eager person who wants to read a book and the tired person who wants a book to read. --G. K. Chesterton A Message From Our Parish Security Coordinator Dear Parishioners, Today's world has changed in many ways. Certain events, recently in the news, have made it increasingly necessary for some measures to be implemented wherever people gather. As your security chief, and after visiting with Father Chris, the best decision is to provide a passive security watch at all the weekend masses as well as special events. We seek parishioners who would like to participate in such security coverage for all our parishioners. If you are interested in our security force, please send your name, mass time that you usually attend, e- mail address and telephone number to me, Sam Salazar, at sal26@cox.net. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated. CRAFTS AND GOODS FAIRE The Saint Martin of Tours Women's Club is pleased to announce their Spring Craft and Goods Fair, a juried show to be held on Sunday, April 29, 2018, from 7am to 1230pm. We hope and look forward to many of our talented parishioners participating. Please "Call for Entries" to get a spot costing $20.00. Card tables rented if needed for $5.00. There is a limited number of spaces. To reserve a table to sell your crafts or goods please call Gloria Felix at (805)766-2268 or Veronica Rodriguez at (323)632-6066 for more information. FOOD ASSISTANCE The Food Assistance Office is in need of help to share God s love, the following days of the month: 1. Third Monday (10am - 12pm) 2. Every Wednesday (10am - 12pm) 3. Second & Third Thursday (10am - 12pm) 4. Every Friday (10am 12pm) Volunteering your time is one of the most rewarding ways for doing God s work. If you are available any of these days, please call Richard Zasueta at 619.726.7618 to set up a training meeting with you. Page 6
ST. MARTIN OF TOURS ACADEMY February 11, 2018 KINDERGARTEN AT SMA! YOU ARE INVITED! Discover how St. Martin of Tours Academy accomplishes its mission through excellent instruction and a strong curriculum with an emphasis on life skills. Our goal is to lead each child to the fullness of human development and intellectual potential. Our teachers combine their expertise, dedication, and talent to create an educational program of recognized quality. Each child is known, respected, and cared for in a family-like environment. Call for a tour! Applications are being accepted for the 2018-2019 school year. (619) 466-3241 (www.stmartinacademy.org) Mission Statement: St. Mar n of Tours Academy, in partnership with parents, is a Catholic parish elementary school that prepares students to be lifelong learners through a curriculum that has a strong moral, spiritual, and academic founda on. Students understand the need for peace and jus ce, and as responsible Catholics, are challenged to answer the call to service and become engaged ci zens of the world. Children will have opportunities to grow to their fullest potential in all areas of the curriculum, in small group teaching sessions, and whole class teaching sessions. Religion -Reverence toward self and others through an understanding of human nature and God s love and acceptance for all persons: All Persons are Equal in Worth as a Human Being". Language Arts - Reading Program with strong emphasis on Phonics, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Mathematics Development - Number Sense, Algebra and Functions, Measurement and Geometry, Statistics, Data Analysis and Probability. Science - Learns and discover Physical, Earth and Life Sciences. Social Studies/History - Learns citizenship, commemorates historical events and people through celebrations and seasons. Fine Arts Development - Expression and appreciation of music, art, and the beauty of nature. Physical Development - Develop motor skills, calisthenics and track activities. Learn about physical health and nutrition. Social Development - Interaction with others in creative work and play. Field Trip to Legoland Students drew portraits of Mary A visit to Food Assistance Page 7