MASS TIMES SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 noon

WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri, and Sat. 8 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Service)

HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Confession) Saturdays 4 – 5 pm or by appointment

DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Saturday 7:50 am

ADORATION First Friday 8:30 am – 5 pm, Rectory Oratory

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg—Pastor Deacon Manuel Valencia • Deacon John Hull

318 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626/355-1292 • FAX: 626/355-2290 • www.st-rita.org

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May 22, 2016May 22, 2016May 22, 2016

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Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, Pastor 626.355.1292 x 223 • revkrek@st-rita.org

Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com • 355.1292

Dcn. John & Marylee Hull johnhull65@gmail.com • 355.1292

Fr. Chris Thiel, OFM Cap. (10 am Sunday Mass presider)

Parish Office/Church Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Mon.-Fri. 9:15 am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm

ParishAdmin@st-rita.org • 355.1292

Director of Administration Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org • 355.1292 x 222 Pastoral Council Parish Office: 355.1292 Finance Council Chair Bill Sullivan: 355.3707 St. Rita School Office: 626.355.6114 Principal: Joanne Harabedian • jharabedian@st-rita.org Director of Liturgy & Music Paul Puccinelli: 355.1292 • mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Cristina Cullen: 355.1292 • dre@st-rita.org Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Theresa Bui Costanzo: 626.590.8828 • ym@st-rita.org RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Team Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia, Gary Fidone, and Susan Blakeslee: 355.1292 • rcia@st-rita.org

How to Contact Us Parish Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship

Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs: 355.9810 • em@st-rita.org Altar Servers: Youth—Kathy Ganino: 626.398.9302 • katganino@charter.net Adult—Bill Cosso: 355.5656 Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino: 626.398.9302 • katganino@charter.net Immaculate Heart of Mary Prayer Group: Susan Day: 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. 5:30 pm: Gary Fidone/Stephen Bollman Sun. 7:30 am: Bill Cosso/David Banis; Sun. 10:00 am: David Muhs/Paula Garavaglia/Terri Eliassen; Sun. 12:00 pm: Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley Porter (Evening Church Lockup): Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Mara Chimenti • 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: 355.1292 • bereave@st-rita.org Christian Family: Diana Snyder • 824.0125 • missladydi@yahoo.com Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry 626.289.3504 • 626.327.9480 Men’s Club: Ed Driscoll • driscomic@aol.com New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Joan Crow 355.3621 • rbcrow64@yahoo.com Senior Ministry: Marilyn McKernan • marilyn@st-rita.org Shawl Ministry: Mary Taillac 355.3179 • Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Other Contacts

Archivist: Marilyn McKernan • marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org • 355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . . Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners St. Rita Eucharistic Ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish Office • 355.1292 or Jill Muhs • 355.9810 • em@st-rita.org

Anointing of the Sick Please notify us (355.1292) for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying and Our Lord’s special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient.

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One, Please Call Us at 355.1292 If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, we will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral director; refer you to our Bereavement Ministry and Music Ministry; and offer you helpful guidelines that will aid in the selection of readings for a Mass or Memorial Service. We know this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is here for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest; sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

For Information Regarding These Sacraments Baptism—Please contact the Parish Office for further information on the Baptism process and requirements.

Reconciliation and First Eucharist—Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or St. Rita Elementary School.

Matrimony—Contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

Confirmation—A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Youth Ministry.

Dear Parishioners and Visitors,

SAINT RITA OF CASCIA CHURCH 3 REV. MSGR. RICHARD KREKELBERG

PASTOR’S CORNER

BLESSED AND HAPPY FEAST OF SAINT RITA!

With Saint Rita’s faith as our inspiration today, let us place our own faith in these words from today’s Gospel:

“Everything that the Father has is mine;

…the Spirit will take from what is mine

and declare it to you.”

We stand to realize that the reason why we profess faith in God as THE MOST HOLY TRINITY is simply because that is how Jesus revealed God to us. By speaking of his “Heavenly Father” and by talking about their “Spirit” as another person, we were set on a path to formulating our faith in God as Trinity. But take note: in this Jesus did not reveal everything to us about God—by no means have we “figured God out.” Fact: the word trinity is nowhere to be found in the Bible. God’s ways are still not our ways and God’s thoughts are beyond our thoughts; there are still a “gazillion” blanks to be filled in. I am reminded of a seminary high school religion teacher of mine, Vincentian Fr. Fred Martinez, who when we asked anything touching upon God’s mystery would reply, “Well, son, that’s one of those things I am going to add to my list to ask God when I finally see him face to face.”

Remove mystery and we no longer require any faith. Yet so precious to our faith is our belief in God as Trinity that we profess this faith every time we make the sign of the cross:

IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, AND OF THE SON, AND OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Think of what a profound act that is—not only do we name God as Trinity, but we also “cross ourselves” to profess our faith in the Paschal Mystery of Jesus, and we oftentimes use holy water, thus professing our faith in Baptism. It’s a jammed-packed profession of what we believe as Christians!

We must also think today on the wonderful example of faith we have in the person of our patroness, St. Rita of Cascia. As she is imaged so often as “gazing upon the crucifix,” we must realize her total faith in God as the Trinity—the Father loving the Son, the Son loving the Father, and that love being God’s Holy Spirit. The mark of the Crown of Thorns on her forehead indicated the depth to which she was included in love of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; and from this inclusion came her deep faith in God for whom all things are possible. St. Rita clearly understood her relationships on earth to be made holy and redeemable by their grounding in relationship we have in the Holy Trinity. Perhaps the most important element of our Christian Trinitarian theology is that Jesus revealed God to be in relationship—a relationship that flows from being simultaneously three and ONE. While it is easy to get caught up in the numbers game, I think the most sensible way to approach the mystery

of God as Trinity is to ask the quest ion, “How could i t be otherwise?” Being created in the image and likeness of God it stands to reason that as we experience ourselves as individuals who make up one family, many persons who constitute one community, then God must “Godself” be what God created. It is God’s being in relationship that gives divine origin and dignity to our own being in relationship to one another. Any of our relationships “gone bad” are relationships that have either lost sight of their divine origin, or that never have known their foundation in God to begin with.

This Feast Day of our beloved patroness, St. Rita of Cascia, and The Solemnity of The Most Holy Trinity, let us pray blessing and the bestowal o f g r a c e u p o n a l l o f ou r relationships—especially those that are vowed! Jesus prayed: THAT THEY MAY BE ONE AS WE ARE ONE! Let us make Jesus’ prayer our own as we seek integrity for our relationships and peace—the peace that only Jesus can give—

IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, AND OF THE SON, AND OF THE HOLY SPIRIT and through intercession of his

humble and most trusting servant, SAINT RITA. AMEN! !

—Msgr. Richard

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS —

Juanita Rojas, Luz Arriaga, Gwen Franklin, Diane Eyles, Lynn Snetsinger, Randy Graff, Paul Viger, Myrna Esther, Aubrey Randolph, Joseph Baiunco, Toni Baiunco, Andy Pulley, Isabel Rosas Curci, José Zuniga, Lancelot Loera, Evelyn Jane Ybarra, Joseph J. Gruppie, Patricia Greer, Ron Jones, John Collins, Doug Peterson, Sandra Osborne, Linda Theriault, Guia Canizales, Margie Schubert, Evelyn Tres, Gerald Drean, Montserrat Marti, Maria Carmen Marti, Toni Navarro, Clare Marquardt, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Edith Olah, Fred Mycroft, Joseph Moore.

FEAST OF ST. RITA OF CASCIA—MAY 22, 2016 4 MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY, MAY 21 8:00 AM Jackie Bagnuolo INT 5:30 PM Meagan Smith Family INT SUNDAY, MAY 22—FEAST OF ST. RITA 7:30 AM For All Parishioners 10:00 AM For All St. Rita Devotees 12 NOON Larry Vanni INT MONDAY, MAY 23 8:00 AM Deacon Martin Clement RIP TUESDAY, MAY 24 8:00 AM Kevin Walsh RIP WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 8:00 AM Communion Service THURSDAY, MAY 26 8:00 AM Communion Service FRIDAY, MAY 27 8:00 AM Melba Fones RIP SATURDAY, MAY 28 8:00 AM Rev. Msg. John F. O’Byrne RIP 5:30 PM Meagan Smith Family INT SUNDAY, MAY 29 7:30 AM James Amorteguy RIP 10:00 AM For All Parishioners 12 NOON Dan Hernandez INT

The Rosary & the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy are recited as a group at 7:20 am before the weekday Masses.

FEAST DAYS

Wednesday—St. Bede the Venerable; St. Gregory VII; St. Mary Magdalene de’Pazzi Thursday—St. Philip Neri Friday—St. Augustine of Canterbury

READINGS FOR THE FEAST OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITY

First Reading—Before anything was created, the wisdom of God was brought forth (Proverbs 8:22-31). Psalm—O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth! (Psalm 8). Second Reading—God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us (Romans 5:1-5). Gospel—Everything that the Father has is mine; the Spirit will take from what is mine and declare it to you (John 16:12-15).

The Gospel According to Mark

Begins Thursday, June 9

A ten-week course of study 7 to 8:30 pm

Just bring your Bible and a notepad. Presented by parishioners Jim & Alice Cobbin in their home.

Space is limited. For more information or to

register:

Jim Cobbin • 626/390-6951 jimcobbin@icloud.com

Feast of The Most Holy Trinity Today we not only celebrate the Feast Day of our Patroness St. Rita of Cascia but also the Solemn Feast of the Most Holy Trinity.

Trinity Sunday is celebrated a week after Pentecost Sunday in honor of the most fundamental of Christian beliefs—belief in the Holy Trinity. We can never fully understand the mystery of the Trinity, but we can sum it up in the following

formula: God is three Persons in one Nature.

The three Persons of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit— are all equally God, and They cannot be divided.

Seeking Spiritual Guidance? The Spiritual Direction Ministry at Holy Family Church provides an opportunity to those who seek guidance, affirmation and/or enrichment in their spiritual experience. All are welcome to join. An initial conversation may help you decide if this journey will benefit you. We will meet with you at a convenient time to discern the possible benefits to you. Most participants meet with their Spiritual Director once each month for about one hour, at no cost.

Mary Schimmoller, Director of Volunteers, Holy Family Church, South Pasadena 626/403-6113 ● mschimmoller@holyfamily.org

If you would like to add or remove a name from our Sick List, please contact

Parish Office 355-1292 or Bulletin@st-rita.org

Youth Ministry

SAINT RITA OF CASCIA CHURCH 5 EDGE Middle School ~We’ll see you in September.~

High School Youth Nite Wed., May 25 , 7:00-8:30 pm, O’Malley

Theresa Costanzo • ym@st-rita.org

Religious Ed

~We’ll see you in September.~

Sunday School ~We’ll see you in September.~

Cristina Cullen • dre@st-rita.org

Please contact us for more information on this Ministry for adults between 18 and 35, single or married.

Priya Tharayil • trosep84@yahoo.com

Deadline is 10 days before desired publication date. Tell us what’s happening in your Ministry/Organization and send us some pictures too (jpeg format).

Questions? Contact Rosemary—

Bulletin@st-rita.org • 355-1292 x226

Religious Education

Young Adult Ministry

Bulletin Submissions

Monthly Service at St. Francis Center

Although organized by our St. Rita Youth Ministry, everyone is welcome to join us as we assist with food giveaways at the Center. We go on the first Saturday of each month at about 9 am and return after 3-4 hours of service. If you want more information or would like to join us, please contact

Theresa Costanzo ym@st-rita.org

Senior Ministry—Year of Mercy Project Children’s Used Shoes Needed

We are collecting used children’s shoes—in wearable condition—

for distribution to the needy in Haiti. We will give our donations to Holy Family Church, South Pasadena, and they will include them in their shipment. What could be easier? Just bring your donations to the Parish Office.

Marilyn McKernan • 355-1292 x 233 marilyn@st-rita.org

Immaculate Heart Radio

I would like to encourage each of you to listen to our local Immaculate Heart Radio Station, KHJ 930AM. IR Radio broadcasts programs that help you share your faith with everyone, grow in your own faith journey and think about important issues of the day from the perspective of our Catholic faith.

To obtain information about featuring your Ministry or business on the air, please contact me.

Mayra Brown • 213/446-7414 • mbrown@ihradio.org

Summer Luncheon & Entertainment Featuring our Parishioner and President of the Men’s Club—

Ed Driscoll

Sunday, June 12 at 1:30 pm in O’Malley Hall $15/person; includes choice of salad,

beverage, and dessert.

You may think you know Ed but maybe you’re in for some surprises—author, Emmy-Award winner, and stand-up comedian! Come to find out more about our multi-talented parishioner—and be prepared to laugh.

Watch for a flyer in next week’s Bulletin for more information and to make your reservations.

Marilyn McKernan • 355-1292 x233 • marilyn@st-rita. org

Attention: Adults who are Young-At-Heart. Do you want to be part of a fun and dynamic Ministry that gives you an opportunity to serve youth and those in need? Join our Youth Ministry Team! We’ll provide all the training—you provide the enthusiasm and dedication.

Theresa Costanzo • ym@st-rita.org 626/590-8828

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Capital Campaign

Friday, May 27—The Young Choristers of Pueri Cantores. 7:30 pm. Featuring works by Vivaldi, Pergolesi, Mozart and other composers. $15/adults; $12/seniors and children under 12. St. Philip the Apostle Church, 151 S. Hill Avenue, Pasadena 91106.

Tickets & Information: 626/918-3994

Monday, June 27—Bosco Tech Summer Programs begin; 5-6 weeks duration. Academic enrichment and review courses, as well as sports camps, for boys and girls in sixth to twelfth grade. Contact us for information about course offerings and complete details.

Karen Krynen • 525/940-2149 Www.boscotech.edu/summer-programs

This Week at St. RitaThis Week at St. RitaThis Week at St. Rita

Monday, May 23—Baptism Preparation Class CANCELLED

Next Class will be on 27 for July 3 Baptisms

Thursday, May 26—Liturgy of the Hours Contemplative Music 5-5:30 pm • Evening Prayer 5:30-6 pm

In the Parish Office Oratory Chapel

Save the DateSave the DateSave the Date

Monday, May 30—Memorial Day Observance Pioneer Cemetery • 11 am

See next week’s Bulletin for more information.

Friday, June 3—Adoration After the 8 am Mass until 5 pm

Parish Office Oratory Chapel

Thursday, June 9—Bible Study Begins See page 4 for information.

Sunday, June 12—Senior Ministry Summer Luncheon

See page 5 for information.

Catholic Community

& Local Events

Q. How can I find out more about Phase II? A. This Sunday, May 22, visit our Campaign Booth, just south of the Church. There you can see the St. Rita Master Plan and some special renderings of the Chapel/Shrine plans that are part of Phase II. Folks will be on hand to answer your questions and give you additional information. Stop by and say hello! Of course, you can always get more information about the Campaign, the Master Plan—including the various phases—by calling the Parish Office. Mary Lou Butler • 355-1292 x222 • mlbutler@st-rita.org

WELCOME TO OUR VISITORS

this Sunday as we

CELEBRATE

The Feast Day of our Patroness,

Saint Rita of Cascia

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What a Fun Run! Last Sunday, nearly 100 runners and walkers participated in the St. Rita Men’s Club Fun Run which benefits the St. Rita Raiders athletic programs. Runners of all ages enjoyed the cool temperatures, and all finishers received a medal, IFruggie drink, bagels, and bananas. The top three finishers in eight age categories also received special certificates.