May 17, 2015 St Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church Stepping Forward: Renewing Ourselves Inspiring Others Weekend Liturgies: Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am & 11:00 am 5801 Kanan Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91362 818-991-3915 www.stmaxchurch.org
Page 2 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 Staff Directory Parish Information Reception Secretary to the Pastor Pastor Deacon Annette Krause Lisa Capobianco kolbe@stmaxchurch.org Sarah Ruffing sruffing@stmaxchurch.org Jarlath Dolan jarlath@stmaxchurch.org John Kruer dcnjohn@stmaxchurch.org x 100 x 102 x 103 x 104 Phone: 818-991-3915 Fax: 818-991-7152 www.stmaxchurch.org kolbe@stmaxchurch.org After Hours Emergencies Only: 818-991-3915 ext 9 OFFICE HOURS Monday Friday 9:00 am 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm 5:30 pm WEEKDAY LITURGIES Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 7:00 am SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:45 4:30 pm Deacon Chris Laliberte chris@stmaxchurch.org x 151 SICK CALLS Call the Parish Office at any time. Director of Faith Formation Coordinator of Faith Formation Liturgy & Pastoral Coordinator Laura Diaz ldiaz@stmaxchurch.org Amy Laliberte amy@stmaxchurch.org Polly Toohey polly@stmaxchurch.org x 113 x 152 x 110 COMMUNION TO THE SICK Ray and Stephanie Donckels, 805-495-9383 FUNERALS: Sarah Ruffing x102 BAPTISMS 1st & 3rd Sundays of every month by appointment only. Pre-Baptismal classes required, held the second Sunday of every other month at 12:15 pm. Please call office. Director of Music & Evangelization, and Facilities Coordinator Director of Music Business Manager Preschool Director Merrick McMahon merrick@stmaxchurch.org Paul Fagundes paul@stmaxchurch.org Catherine Brauer cathy@stmaxchurch.org Paula Kruer pkkorner@stmaxchurch.org x 115 x 101 x 114 WEDDINGS: Polly Toohey x110 Minimum six months advance notice required. WHO DO YOU CALL? PARISH CALENDAR WEBSITE WEDDINGS SPOKEN ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements must be in two weeks prior to date. Polly Toohey: 818-991-3915 x 110 polly@stmaxchurch.org BULLETIN Articles must be in two weeks prior to publication. Merrick McMahon: 818-991-3915 x 115 merrick@stmaxchurch.org O Reilly Hall Coordinator Lisa Capobianco lisa@stmaxchurch.org x 136 Gift Shop Manager Maryann Kleinman stmaxgifts@gmail.com x 111
Page 3 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 For the last five years, our weekday Masses have been at 7:00 am on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Except during the Lenten season, the attendance at our weekday Masses has ranged from 25 35 people. Over the past two years, there have been many requests to schedule our weekday morning Masses at a later time. I have brought this issue to our Parish Pastoral Council and they have made recommendations. I am grateful for their input. Prior to making a decision, I need to hear from you to ensure that whatever decision is reached will best serve this faith community. I would appreciate it if you would complete the following survey: 1) I will attend if our weekday Masses are at 8:15 am. More than once a week Once a week St Maximilian Kolbe Weekday Mass Schedule Survey 2) I will attend if our weekday Masses are at 8:30 am. More than once a week Once a week 3) I suggest that weekday Masses be scheduled for am. Signature Optional: This printed survey may be dropped off at or mailed to the parish office, emailed to polly@stmaxchurch.org, or put in the collection baskets on the weekend. You may also complete the survey on our website at www.stmaxchurch.org in the Upcoming Events section, titled Weekday Mass Survey. Please complete and return no later than May 31, 2015. With sincere gratitude for your input, Rev. Jarlath Dolan Pastor
Page 4 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 LAMP SoCal In its first year, LAMP So Cal (Liturgical Arts Ministry Project) is a residential summer camp for high school teens, taking place June 29 July 3, 2015 at Mt. St. Mary s University in Los Angeles. The camp is designed to form and mentor young people with an interest in liturgical ministry in their parish or school. Our youth will be tomorrow s (and in many cases today s) musicians, artists, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, sacristans and more, and now is the time to help educate, foster and cultivate that growth. With LAMP So Cal, young people will be formed for liturgy and their intercultural competency to understand the worship needs of the multicultural communities will be built. We re offering partial scholarships on an as-needed basis. Registration is now open at: www.lampsocal.org The talented line-up of liturgical ministers include: ª ª Mr. John Flaherty Associate Director of Campus Ministry at Loyola Marymount University ª ª Mr. Ed Archer Director of Liturgy and Music for Our Lady of Perpetual Help ª ª Miss Katie Zeigler Youth Ministry Consultant for the Archdiocese Office of Religious Education ª ª Miss Laura Gomez Associate Director of Campus Ministry at Mt. St. Mary s University ª ª Dr. Dale Sieverding Director of Music and Liturgy at St. Monica Catholic Church and Vice-Chair of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Liturgical Commission dale@stmonica.net Habitat to the Max Volunteer Opportunity On Saturday, May 23 you have the opportunity to help build the 7th St. Max sponsored home by Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County for the Viorato Hernandez family in Santa Paula. To volunteer or for more information e-mail Tim Schutz: timcath1@gmail.com
Page 5 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 Reflecting on God s Word These days most corporations and churches have vision and mission statements. Often they begin with a model vision that the institution strives to live up to. They go on to state what the institution seeks to do how it puts its vision into practice. A parish vision and mission statement might say: We are the Body of Christ. Utilizing the gifts of each member, we collaborate to bring more and more people into God s kingdom of freedom, justice, holiness, and love. On this feast we are given the ultimate vision and mission statement for the Church. It goes something like this: Christ is now working with and for us at the right hand of God (Mark 16:19). Through the power of the Holy Spirit we are to be Christ s witnesses to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). We seek to do so by proclaiming the gospel to every creature (Mark 16:15) and building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of faith and knowledge of the Son of God (Ephesians 4:12 13). Virginia Stillwell Copyright 2014, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Next Sunday's Readings Pentecost Acts 2:1 11 1Corinthians 12:3b 7, 12 13 John 20:19 23 Question of the Week As the disciples spent the days between Ascension and Pentecost gathered in prayer with Mary, the Mother of Jesus, what concrete form will my prayer take (time, place, format) during these same days? Music Ministry Main Choir May 24 9:00 am May 30 5:00 pm June 7 11:00 am Youth Music Ensemble May 31 11:00 am Junior Choristers May 31 9:00 am Mass Intentions Mon May 18 7:00 am Brigid McShane Patrick Morrissey Tue May 19 7:00 am Donna Moon Pauline Paulozzi Wed May 20 7:00 am Daniel Gourdeau Bruce Fischer Fri May 22 7:00 am Edward Barry Beth Kruc & William Borman Sat May 23 5:00 pm Scott Parker Mary Roskowinski Sun May 24 7:30 am Rose Calabro 9:00 am Iosimo Fama 11:00 am Tony Smaldino Where did our statues go? You may have noticed that our St Maximilian Kolbe and St Francis statues are missing! Not to worry, they have been transported to a restoration studio for care and maintenance. They have suffered accelerated degradation due to our proximity to the coast. This major restoration involves deep-cleaning, sand-blasting and repatina by some of the same artisans that care for the bronze sculptures at prominent Southern California museums. Combined with an annual maintence schedule, we can look forward to enjoying these beautiful fixtures for decades to come. Thank you for your understanding and patience. New Hours Effective June 1, 2015 St. Maximilian Kolbe Pastoral Center Office Hours: Monday Thursday, 9:00 am 5:30 pm closed from 12:30 pm 1:30 pm Friday, 9:00 am 12:30 pm
Page 6 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 WWME Weekend St. Jude Spend two days learning how to deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament. St. Jude s Church Hall June 27 & 28 November 14 & 15 At the end of Day One, you ll return home, then come back for Day Two. Register online at www. twocanlove.org or call Russ & Jeanine Walker 805-648-4244 We help make good marriages better. Archbishop Jose H. Gomez & Catholic Association of Latino Leaders Ventura/SFV Chapter Invite You To The Serra Awards Gala Saturday, May 30, 2015 Westlake Village Inn 31943 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village Honorees Fr. Dave Heney-Religious Service Karyme Lozano-Entertainment Alfredo & Salvador Plascencia- Corporate Responsibility Raising Grants For Catholic Elementary Schools St. Catherine of Siena-Reseda Our Lady of Guadalupe-Oxnard For tickets and sponsorship information please visit: www.callserraawards.eventbrite.com All contributions or gifts to the organization are tax deductible as charitable contributions to the extent allowed by applicable law. Please make payments to Catholic Association of Latino Leaders Tax Identification #26-1135065 Protecting Our Children Did You Know? Kids need to know how to protect themselves at home We consider our homes to be safe places for our children. But being home alone can pose risks for children. Here are a few tips to teach kids that will help keep them safe when you are not with them at home: 1. Never answer the door if alone. 2. Do not invite anyone in the house without the permission of a parent or babysitter. 3. Write important phone numbers on a list in case of an emergency. For more tips visit: http://www. ncpc.org/topics/violent-crime-and-personalsafety/copy_of_home-alone ATTENTION VOLUNTEERS Any adult who works with children in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles must be fingerprinted and attend a Virtus child abuse awareness class. Information on child safety is located in the breezeway. Parents: for your children s safety, please accompany them to the restrooms during Mass.
Page 7 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 A joyful heart Spring reminds us of God's goodness Father Robert J. Hater Winter in the Midwest was brutally cold this year, with record snows and ice. The temperature was below zero with six inches of snow just a week earlier. It was a relief when I could walk around the neighborhood. Usually, nature first comes alive when the trees and flowers blossom in early spring. Today I saw another kind of life being born, one that springs from the heart of every person. As I began my walk down the road, four teenage boys passed me on the other side. They smiled and laughed, reminiscent of years ago, when my friends and I walked around our neighborhood. As I rounded the corner, a woman in a car looked out the window and with a big smile, waved to me, as she enjoyed the bright sun-filled day after a long winter. Next, I saw two small girls wearing bright Easter-like long dresses. They joyfully smiled and romped on their porch. As I walked past, they saw my straw cowboy hat and yelled out, Hi, cowboy. Immediately, they went in the front door, and told their mother that a cowboy was walking down the street. Finally, as I returned home, two teenage girls laughed and smiled as they walked up to the corner. I didn t know these people, but sensed that an inner spirit was released in them which told me that life is good and we are God s precious treasures. I sensed in them the spirit of the all-good God who dwells in us. In spite of our sorrow and stress, the Holy Spirit invites us to express our gratitude to God. Let us give thanks for who we are by opening our hearts to see the beauty around us. A priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and a Professor of Pastoral and Systematic Theology at the Athenaeum of Ohio, Father Bob Hater is also Professor Emeritus at the University of Dayton. To the Parents of Our Young Children A Few Suggestions... UURelax! God put the wiggle in children. Don't feel you have to suppress it in God's house. All are welcome. UUSit toward the front where it is easier for your little ones to see and hear what's going on at the altar. They tire of seeing the backs of other's heads. UUQuietly explain the parts of the Mass and actions of the priest, altar servers, choir, Eucharistic ministers, and others UUSing the hymns pray and voice the responses. Children learn liturgical behavior by copying you. UUIf you have to leave Mass with your child, feel free to do so, but please come back. As Jesus said, "Let the children come to me." UURemember that the way we welcome children in church directly affects the way they respond to the Church, to God, and to one another. Let them know that they are at home in this house of worship. UUThere are children's bulletins available to let your child to draw and doodle. Please ask an usher for one! To Our Parishioners UUThe presence of children is a gift to the Church and they are a reminder that our parish is growing. Please welcome our children and give a big smile of encouragement to their parents.
Page 8 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 Faith Formation Elementary Faith Formation Vacation Bible Camp at St. Max is the week of August 3 7, 2015! Don t miss out on experiencing Everest and having fun growing in faith this summer! Look for registration forms at the end of the month during the Faith Formation Fair. There will be NO Max Pax ~ Junior High Youth Ministry or Youth 2 The Max ~ High School Youth Ministry Wednesday, May 20 As we prepare to celebrate Pentecost in a week use your smartphones to find examples of the Holy Spirit around you by taking pictures and post them using #smkprays #praysmk. Let s see how Spirit filled our lives are through your pictures! Parents, Save the Date! Parents Date Night Out Saturday, June 6, 2015 6 10 pm $20 per child - $5 per sibling St. Max Youth Ministries will take care of your children for the evening in O Reilly Hall while you enjoy a night out together! The proceeds will support the summer mission trip. St. Maximilian Kolbe Faith Formation Word of the Year: PRAY Before Jesus ascended to Heaven He told us that whoever believes in Him will be saved. Pray often to really know Him.you will be surprised in what happens within you! #SMKPrays #PraySMK The 2015 Confirmation Mass will be Saturday, May 23 at 10 am. All are welcome to celebrate our youth! They are: Madeline Baumann Jean-Claude Bourgeat Olivia Buch Cheyenne Carroll Daniel De La Torre Carly Dion Teresa Handy Michelle Heredia Matthew Jaureguy Marguerite Jursch Katia Kin Ryan Macke Collin McCarthy Jenna Mencarelli Casey Peters Lucas Ramirez Sophia Richter Daniella Sandoval Quinn Schlatter Joseph Spence Nicholos Stephens Matthew Tolentino Abby Travers Bianca Becerra Isaiah Bradshaw Stephanie Burns Michela Defalco Jesus De La Torre Conor Garruto W. Connor Harpole Michael Hurlbut Katie Jones Alessandra Kielbasa Allison Lemon Stephen Maxey Kevin McMichael Shannon O'Shea Nicholas Pilaud Alana Rangitsch Emma Rommelfanger Julio Sandoval Kathryn Shannon Karlin Steiner Dylan Sweeterman Ryan Torigian Robert Ziegler
Page 9 Ascension of the Lord May 17, 2015 Pancake Breakfast Please join your fellow St Max Parishioners at the Men s Club Pancake Breakfast in O Reilly Hall THIS WEEKEND: Sunday, May 17, 2015 Following the 9am and 11am masses Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Orange Juice & Coffee $8.00 for Adults $6.00 for Children $25.00 for a Family of 4 Thank you from the St. Max Men s Club All proceeds will benefit the various ministries supported by the Men s Club Children's Memorial Mass The Bereaved Parents Support Group of Holy Cross Catholic Church invites all parents, grandparents, family and friends to a Memorial Mass in honor of all our children of any age now in heaven. The mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church 13955 Peach Hill Rd., Moorpark on Thursday May 28, 2015 at 7 pm. For those who would like their child s name read following the intercessions, please register by calling Imelda Tjia at 805-553-9034 or email missingyouall@att.net Please bring a single long-stem flower to be presented to the front of the altar when your child s name is called. Reception will follow after Mass at the Parish Office dining room. KOLBE S KORNER PRESCHOOL Summer Camp Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday June 29 July 29 9am Noon $35 per day Sign up today! Call the preschool office at 818-874-1241
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