FEBRUARY 10, 2013 5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?" "Here I am, "I said, "send me!" Isaiah 6:8 Celebrating 85 Years 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 World Marriage Sunday February 10, 2013 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 Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ASH WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2013 Schedule of Services 8:00 AM Mass & Distribution of Ashes 9:00 AM School Mass & Distribution of Ashes 12:05 PM Communion Service & Distribution of Ashes 6:30 PM Mass & Distribution of Ashes Although not a holy day of obligation, Catholics are highly encouraged to attend. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten Season. It is a day of fasting and abstinence.
A MESSAGE FROM FR. TRUC Dear Parishioners and Visitors: This Sunday is World Marriage Day where, as a Church nationally, we pray for all married couples. On Thursday, February 14th is Valentine s Day, a special day for all people who are in love or falling in love. For married couples, Valentine s day is celebration of their married life with joy. The symbol of love and fidelity is expressed in the exchange of rings on your wedding day: Take this ring as a Sign of my Love and Fidelity. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. These words capture the heart and soul of married life: love and fidelity. Every couple longs for this dream to come true: that the spouse they married is the right one; their love continues to grow through the years, and that their marriage will last a lifetime and their commitment to each other remains strong. Coincidently, this Sunday is also the celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year, or in Vietnam, it s commonly known as its shortened name Tet. Like many Vietnamese families, my family still observe and celebrate the rich customs and traditions that have been passed on from many generations. My family is now passing these same traditions to my nieces and nephews. One of the traditions we still practice, and one that is very important in my family, is the observance of the first three days of the New Year. The celebration on the first day is for the members of immediate family -- where children and grandchildren must return home to give respect and honor to their parents or grandparents. The second day is for extended families such as uncles and aunts. The third day is for friends and acquaintances. Prosperity, Health, and Happiness are the three common greetings that we wish for one another. This is followed by the giving of red envelopes with new dollar bills inside. In my family, my siblings would give the red envelope to my parents, and in return my parents would give the red envelopes to my siblings and each of the grandchildren. The giving of gifts to the elders, several days before the New Year, is very important. Examples of these gifts are tea, banh trung or rice cake, and sweet fruits or candies. This is one of the traditions that we observe as a family. Since my parents are the oldest living elders, all my cousins would visit my parents house to bring these gifts; my siblings would go to my aunt s house and offer her these gifts. In the Chinese calendar, this is the Year of the Snake. According to ancient Chinese wisdom, characteristics of people born under this sign are known to be thoughtful and wise in character; they are clever and men of few words from their birth; are also very insightful and naturally intuitive; if anyone has a sixth sense, it's those born in the Snake year... And maybe that's why people born in the Snake year love to appreciate beauty. (http://www.hanban.com/chinese-culture/chinese-zodiac/the-2013-yearsnake.html) I wish you all a wonderful Lunar New Year with great joy and love; strong in faith and steadfast commitment and dedication to your family. And to all our married couples, may Jesus renew in you --your faith and commitment. May the Holy Spirit give you the strength to keep your promises forever and to be true to one another just as you promised your spouse on your wedding day: in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health all the days of your life. I share and agree with St. Paul when he writes: Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things (1 Cor. 13: 7). Love in marriage will never end, when the sign of love and fidelity continue to be respected and honored. To promote the continued growth of marriage and family relationships in our parish and community, I invite you to join our 9-day Novena of masses that is offered to all our married couples. The 9-day novena starts today, February 10th through Feb. 18th. Novena envelopes are still in the pews. This is a perfect gift for all family members to give to their loved ones. WEEK OF FEBRUARY 10 16, 2013 SAINTS, SPECIAL OBSERVANCES, MASS INTENTIONS AND PARISH EVENTS SUNDAY, FEB. 10: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time; World Marriage Day; Chinese New Year 4711 All Masses World Marriage Novena 10:00 School Mass, 4th Grade 11:00 Confirmation Classes MONDAY, FEB. 11: Our Lady of Lourdes; World Day of the Sick 7:00p RCIA Class TUESDAY, FEB. 12: Mardi Gras; Shrove Tuesday; Lincoln's Birthday WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13: Ash Wednesday; Fast and Abstinence; Almsgiving 9:00 School Mass; Ashes 12:05p Communion Service; Ashes 3:45p First Communion Classes 6:30p Mass & Ashes OLP Novena following the Mass THURSDAY, FEB. 14: Ss. Cyril and Methodius; Valentine's Day FRIDAY, FEB. 15 SATURDAY, FEB. 16 4:00p Confession* (-4:30p) 5:00p Soul of Consejo Tanagon *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. Please allow 2 weeks, as some dates may not be available. Bulletin articles are due Mondays and are subject to edits. 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 GOD S SUMMONS STATIONS OF THE CROSS Confronted with God's power and majesty, the first response of the prophet Isaiah was to acknowledge his sinfulness. "Woe is me, I am doomed! For I am a man of unclean lips," he said aloud. Likewise, with his empty fishing nets dramatically filled at Jesus' instruction, Peter fell to his knees and cried out, "Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man." Next, Peter got up. He docked his boats then left to follow Jesus. Isaiah also had a dramatic change of heart. When he heard the Lord say, "Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?" Isaiah answered, "Here I am, send me." We are summoned daily by the Risen Lord. We are reminded of the saving power of the gospel and know in our heart of hearts that, as St. Paul wrote, believing in anything else won't lead to anything. What will it take for you to move past your sinfulness? What will it take for you to get off your knees? What will it take for you to bring to dock what is unimportant and to accept your call to be God's messenger? Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Readings (5th Sunday Ordinary): Is 6:1 2a, 3 8; Ps 138:1 5, 7 8; 1 Cor 15:1 11 [3 8, 11]; Lk 5:1 11 Serve the poor Be diligent in serving the poor. Love the poor, honor them as you would Christ himself. ~ St. Louise de Marillac Treasures From Our Tradition Many Catholics who are not active in the Church will still seek out ashes this Wednesday. Likewise, many Jews who are not otherwise observant will follow the Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, with great exactness, fasting and refraining from work and entertainment. People customarily dress in white as a symbol of purity and a reminder of God's promise that our sins will be made white as snow. While the overture to Ash Wednesday for Christians may be a festive Mardi Gras celebration, for Jews it is the New Year feast of Rosh Hashanah. Ten days before the Day of Atonement to God, people are expected to repair breaks in human life. These are days for offering forgiveness and seeking to repair harmed relationships with family, friends, or coworkers. Everyone is expected to seek out someone and "clear the air" by asking for understanding for any mean words or thoughtless deeds in the past year. Perhaps the ashes you receive will be invested with deeper meaning if you follow a similar plan. This year, Rosh Hashanah will be September 5, and Yom Kippur September 14. A conversation with some Jewish friends or neighbors about their experience of a season of repentance may be a blessing on your Lent. James Field, J. S. Paluch Co. Starting Friday, Feb. 22nd, 6:30 PM A PRAYER FOR HEALING God, we pray for healing. We pray for deep comfort. We pray that you will restore what has been stolen and broken. While you do not alter history, you reveal your love in the present and the future. What seems hopelessly shattered, in you can be redeemed. For the many millions who have been defiled in sexual abuse, show yourself to be loving and able as you are willing to give back life, and life abundant. Yes, there is great pain in this world. There is injustice. There is evil. We turn to you and cry out for help and healing. We cannot help but wonder why such horrible abuse happens. But we turn from why? and ask instead, how? How now will your perfect goodness and love find expression in the shadow of wickedness? God, you are good and loving and also all powerful. Yet you have risked giving humans the right to choose how we will live. Some choose evil. For those who are victims of other s vile deeds, we ask you for grace and healing. For those who have suffered, come to them tenderly and with overwhelming and powerful love. We join Jesus and borrow his words, Be freed from your suffering.. God, Heal the victims of sexual abuse, in Jesus name. Read more: http://blog.beliefnet.com/prayerplainandsimple/ 2011/07/a prayer for victims of sexual abuse.html LECTORS & EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS SCHEDULE: FEBRUARY 16 17, TEAM 3
PARISH LIFE: MINISTRY, EVENTS & REMINDERS MARRIAGE MINISTRY NEWS: You re Invited to a Couples Day! Saturday, March 2, 2013 10:00am - 3:00pm Retreat and relax in tranquility. Eat, pray and unwind with other couples, on four acres of park like gardens. A private home located in the Hollywood hills. Hosted reception includes light breakfast, and lunch, and other beverages. Come out enriched, inspired and in love! The event is free to all our couples but space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure a spot for yourself and your spouse. Retreat location will be announced upon receiving your RSVP. RSVP must be received by Thursday, February 21st. Email Gina Ibarrola at gina.ibarrola@yahoo.com or call the parish office at 323-930-5976. Carpooling is encouraged. We will meet promptly at 9:15am in the north side parking lot of the church. CATHEDRAL CHAPEL YOUTH OUTREACH PROGRAM www.cathedralccyo.weebly.com CONFIRMATION GROUP S PANCAKE BREAKFAST SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH AFTER THE 8AM & 10AM MASSES Thank you for supporting the youth of our parish. FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN: ~Martin Luther King, Jr. Are you being called? For questions and information, contact the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Vocations Msgr. James Forsen, Director of Vocations frjrforsen@la-archdiocese.org 213-637-7515 Fr. Stephen Davoren, Assoc. Vocation Dir. frsdavoren@la-archdiocese.org 213-637-7755 www.lavocations.org Adding Up Our Parish & School Child Protection Efforts It has been more than 10 years since the implementation of the US Bishops Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. The Charter contains practical and pastoral steps that address allegations of sexual abuse, prevent future abuse, and help abuse victims through the healing process. Over the past decade, more than 200,000 adults and more than 1 million children have undergone abuse awareness and prevention sessions in archdiocesan parishes and schools. More than 5,000 VIRTUS sessions have been conducted, making access to this important training easily available. Additionally, the archdiocese continues to be one of the largest private organizations in California to fingerprint employees and volunteers 121,000 to date who work with our children. 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 PARISH next 2-weeks CALENDAR February 18 President s Day Holiday, Office Closed February 19 Finance Council Meeting, 7:00pm Re-registration continues at CCS! January 27 - February 28, 2013 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. visit our website www.cathedralchapel.org 2013 PARISH OFFERTORY PROGRAM AND CENSUS Cards received as of February 6, 2013 Current number of registered parishioners Thank you for your participation! May God bless you all. 98 475
TOGETHER IN MISSION The Season of Lent Together In Mission 2013 LOVE NEVER FAILS ~ 1 Corinthians 13:8 FOR LENT FOR LIFE WHAT YOU GIVE UP FOR LENT CHANGES LIVES. A Time for Reflection This week, you are asked to read and reflect upon the Together in Mission materials that you have received a week ago. Together in Mission provides substantial financial support to 35 parishes and 52 schools in our Archdiocese. These parishes and schools provide education, ministry and a Catholic presence for tens of thousands of our sisters and brothers. Sometimes it is difficult to envision how your pledge can help so many people. But, it does. To see how, please review the materials and read the statements of those whose parishes and schools receive support. The theme of the campaign is Love never fails. 1Cor 13:8 Together in Mission provides an opportunity to show our concern for those served by the parishes and schools that need your financial support. If you received your pledge form in the mail, please complete it and mail it back or bring it to Mass next weekend. Also, we will conduct our annual Together in Mission in-pew pledge process at all Masses next weekend and the following weekend. As always, what you give should be given in gratitude and thanksgiving for what God has given to you. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response. 2013 Cathedral Chapel Goal $28,412.20 You re invited to participate in CRS Rice Bowl Our parish will be participating in CRS Rice Bowl, Catholic Relief Services Lenten program as a way to encounter Jesus through others, especially though the most vulnerable in our world. Rice Bowls will be available next Sunday, February 17th. Please be sure to take one home and use the easy and fun resources to deepen your family s Lenten experience. Your prayers, fasting and almsgiving this Lenten season will help Catholic Relief Services continue to provide life-saving assistance in nearly 100 countries. CRS works on our behalf to care for the poorest in our world and to end global poverty. Make a plan for your personal Lenten observances PRAY ~ set aside a time each week for prayer and reflection FAST ~ consider what you will give up for Lent GIVE ~ help those in need by giving through CRS Rice Bowl 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.