Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish Community 820 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE, MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640 MASS SCHEDULE

WEEKDAYS: 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. SUNDAY MASS ON SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY: IN ENGLISH 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Teen Mass) DOMINGO-MISA EN ESPAÑOL: 12:30 p.m.

HOLY DAYS: 7:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Evening before Holy Days: 7:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. BAPTISM: Infants & Children register in the Rectory Office RCIA: Call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478 MARRIAGES: Couples must call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance.

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NEW PARISHIONERS

We encourage all Catholic adults living within the parish, and those who would

like to join our parish to register. We are blessed to have you celebrate with us, and we warmly welcome you to our

parish family! To register please contact the Rectory Office.

CONTACT/INFORMATION

NOVENA: Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Monday, 7:00 p.m.

ADORATION: Second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS: Holy Hour, 6-7 p.m.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: After 7:30 a.m. Mass

HOLY HOUR AND ROSARY OF THE UNBORN: 3rd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

24 HRS. PREGNANCY PRO-LIFE: Hotline (323) 261-0731 LINEA DE EMERGENCIA PRO-VIDA 24 hrs. (323) 261-0731

CONTACT INFORMATION

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmparish.com (323) 725-7578 Fax (323) 722-2654 Office Hours Monday—Friday- 8am-6pm Saturday— 8am-5pm Sunday— 8am-2:30pm

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Vianney, Pastor Rev. Michael Meyer, Associate Deacon Fred Rios, Permanent Deacon Deacon Fred Lara, Permanent Deacon

Administrative Staff

Connie Lizarraga, Administrative Assistant Belinda Delgadillo, Office Manager Ana Torres, Secretary/Spanish Ministries Sara Felix, Office Assistant Kevin Saenz, Office Assistant Camelia Robles, Social Service Director/Plant Manager

Ministries

Julie Jimenez Torres, Confirmation/Youth Ministry olmmyouthministry@gmail.com

(562)760-5777 Roy Ramirez, RCIA (562) 879-9478 Alan Leoncio, Music Coordinator (323) 725-7578

Religious Education

Irma Montreal, Coordinator (323) 725-7578, Ext. 312 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesday 12pm-8pm, Friday by appointment only

Eucharistic Ministers

Roy Ramirez (562) 879-9478

Lectors Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668

Altar Servers

Sandra Montañez (323)725-7578 jproano@lausd.net Christine Silva, Bulletin/Web-site (323)725-7578

olmmbulletin@gmail.com

Parish School Analisa Moreno, Principal Arleene Molina, Administrative Assistant 840 North Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmschool.com (323) 728-5435 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

Altar Server Appointments Mon., Tues., Wed., April 3, 4, 5, 2017 7:30 a.m. Skye Lopez, Victor Patino, Isaac Lopez 7:00 p.m. Joshua Ismael, Edgar Castaneda, Savannah Castaneda Thurs. & Fri., April 6 & 7 7:30 a.m. Cesar Obregon, Lynsy Obregon, Andrew Andrade 7:00 p.m. Isaiah Cruz, Samantha Imperio, Dominique Vasquez Saturday, April 8 7:30 a.m. EthanBustamante 5:00 p.m. Aidan Lee, Kyan Lee, Matthew Lucero, Andrew Andrade Sunday, April 9, 2017 8:30 a.m. Hilario Trejo, Joseph Rivas Dante Coronel, Gia Coronel 10:30 a.m. Gerald Deocarizia III, Samantha Imperio Benjamin Tenorio, Lucia Medina 12:30 p.m. Sebastian Legaspi, Gabriel Legaspi Emiliano Lamas, Anaiss Escalante 6:00 p.m. Joseph Reynoso, Elizabeth Reynoso Aurora Montanez, Ryan Lopez

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SUNDAY, April 2 , 2017 8:30 am Kyle Chavez Amy De Aro Osvaldo & Margarita Delgadillo, Sr. Conchita Gomez Uy Uy Chic Yam Melissa Melgosa Ludgerio Torres Wilfredo Andrada 10:30 am Kyle Chavez Arlen Reutgen Betty Bermudez Marcelo Marquez 12:30 pm Kyle Chavez Pepe & Bertha Olmos Family 6:00 pm Parish Family MONDAY, April 3 7:30 am Alex Buenaventura (Dec.) Ana Maria Cruz (Dec.) 7:00 pm Fr. Robert Crawford C.M. (Dec.) TUESDAY, April 4 7:30 am Leonor Garma (Liv. B’day) Griselda Garcia (Liv.) Ms. Shanin (Liv.) 7:00 pm ICF Members (Liv. & Dec.) WEDNESDAY, April 5 7:30 am Amethyst Arredondo (Liv. B’day) 7:00 pm Maria Socorro Bacacao (Dec. Anniv.) Purisma Villena (Dec. Anniv.) Jose C. Villena (Dec. Anniv.) THURSDAY, April 6 7:30 am 7:00 pm Sr. Mary Elizabeth Reed D.C. (Dec.) FRIDAY, April 7 7:30 am Basilia de la Cruz (Dec. Anniv.) Alex Acosta Jr. (Dec. Anniv.) Ana Maria Cruz Arribas (Dec.) 7:00 pm Genoveva Boco (Dec.) Maria May Josephine Boco Peralta (Dec.) Jorge Boco (Dec.) Jess & Cuca Rodriguez (Dec. Neto & Vicenta Falcon (Dec. Anniv.) SATURDAY, April 8 7:30 am Ana Maria Cruz Arribas Dionisia De Los Santos 5:00 pm Debbie Pacheco Sr. William Quyen D.C.

Preview of Next Sunday’s Readings Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

April 9, 2017 First reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 Second reading: Philippians 2:6-11 Passion: Matthew 21:1-11 The Mass for Palm Sunday is provided with three readings A reading from the first Book of the Prophet Isaiah The Lord GOD has given me a well-trained tongue, that I might know how to speak to the weary a word that will rouse them. Morning after morning he opens my ear that I may hear; and I have not rebelled, have not turned back. I gave my back to those who beat me, my cheeks to those who plucked my beard; my face I did not shield from buffets and spitting. The Lord GOD is my help, therefore I am not disgraced; I have set my face like flint, knowing that I shall not be put to shame. A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Philippians Christ Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped. Rather, he emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Because of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew 21:1-11

Mass Intentions

Pray for the Dead PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners,

Pilar Herman, Victor Grant Ponder, Ed Callanta, Grant Rosove, Alejandro C. Aranda, Ramon Mendoza,

Conchita Gomez Uy, and Guillermo Cantero . Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

SUNDAY COLLECTION 03/26/2017 03/27/2016 Envelopes (365) $7,477.00 Loose $3,262.00 Easter Sunday Total $10,739.00 Repair & Maintenance $1,321.00

Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible. Thank you for your generosity.

This Sunday, The Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375 will sponsor the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Parents of Girl Scout Troop 3111 will conduct the Donut Sale. Thank You, to all organizations who give so much of their time to support the Donut Sales. Please be sure to stop by and support them!

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DID YOU KNOW?

¿SABIA USTED?

CONFIRMATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY

The Confirmation Preparation Program is for high school level students. The high school program is a two-year journey involving monthly sessions, retreats, and service projects.

QUINCEAÑERA MASS If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312.

INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be May 7th- English and 21 de Mayo -Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office to register for the preparation class for Parents and Godparents. This should be done three months before the desired date of baptism. For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

Arquidiócesis sigue ayudando a sobrevivientes de abuso sexual y a sus familias Al comenzar el Mes Nacional de Prevención del Abuso Infantil, la Arquidiócesis quiere reiterar que sigue comprometida a ayudar a los sobrevivientes y a sus familias a sanar y encontrar la paz. Si usted cree que usted, o alguien que usted conoce, es víctima de abuso sexual por un empleado de la Iglesia o un voluntario, comuníquese para ayuda y apoyo con la Coordinadora de Asistencia a las Víctimas, de la Arquidiócesis, al (213) 637-7650.

Religious Education Office Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 Sunday’s Gospel, John 11:1-45 Reflecting in God’s Word The healing power of Jesus brings new life to all of us. Are there some things in our lives that cause us to die to others? Perhaps we are impatient, ungrateful, critical, or quick to anger. Maybe we're proud, boastful, or envious. Jesus promises us new life if we trust in him and allow our actions to follow his ways. Bringing the Gospel Into Your Family If there are members of your extended family who have died, share with one another what this passage might mean for them. What hope does the reading give us for ourselves and for our loved ones? How does new life that we can see this spring help us know what Jesus promised? As you did last week, bring some symbols of God's promise to your prayer table. First Reconciliation We are happy to announce that 133 students made their First Confession on Saturday, April 1st and will be receiving their First Holy Communion on May 13th . Please keep the children and families in your prayers as they prepare to receive this beautiful gift from God. RELIGIOUS ED. OFFICE HOURS R.E. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; Wednesday 12:00 to 8:00 pm. Friday by appointment only. Closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information you can contact Irma at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312. SACRAMENTAL MARRIAGE INFORMATION If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation, please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312.

Archdiocese continues helping survivors of sexual abuse and their families As we begin April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Archdiocese wants to reiterate that it remains committed to helping survivors, and their families, heal and find peace. If you believe that you, or someone you know, is a victim of sexual abuse by a Church employee or volunteer, please contact the Archdiocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator at (213) 637-7650 for help and support.

CONFIRMATION CLASSES Year 1

April 9th at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Year 2 TODAY April 2nd, at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Question of the Week Children: What do you hope for after your life on Earth is ended? Adults: How does belief in the final resurrection from the dead affect your family's daily life? Pregunta de la semana Niños: ¿Que esperansa tienes despues de que tu vida en la tierra termine? Adultos: ¿Como afecta la resurrecsion de los muertos en la vida cotidiana en la vida de tu familia?

Confirmation Retreat Year 2 May 5-7, 2017

Please continue to pray for the Retreat Team Members as they plan the Year 2, Confirmation Retreat. Also, for the

teens as they prepare to attend this faith journey.

ATTENTION ALL PARISHIONERS Art & Environment Volunteers needed!

If you want to volunteer to help the team to prepare the church for the Palm Sunday & the Easter season, please call:

Linda Brodka (323-493-7452) Bring your creative spirit!

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Enthronement of The Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Homes The Legion of Mary would like to announce that anyone wishing to have the Sacred Heart of Jesus enthroned in their homes or anyone wishing information on this beautiful apostolate in which Jesus Christ is proclaimed the Lord of the Home, should contact Lita de la Cruz at 626-571-5900 or Carmen Ramirez at 562-908-6549. For those interested in having the Sacred Heart of Jesus enthroned in their home but do not have a picture or statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Legion of Mary will provide one.

Calling All Parishioners! The 40th Annual Spring Carnival will take place the weekend of Friday, April 28th through Sunday, April 30th. There will be delicious food, thrilling rides, fun games, and a beer and wine garden with live entertainment. Come enjoy the special performance by The Wise Guys, Sunday evening! Be sure to visit the school website at www.olmmschool.com for more information and carnival updates. Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunities are still available! We can use your support to make this a successful event! Thank you in advance.

R.C.I.A. “The Scrutinies have a two-fold purpose; revealing anything that is weak or sin in the hearts of the Elect so that it may be healed; and revealing what is upright, strong and holy, so that it may be strengthened. The Scrutinies are intended to free them from sin and Satan, and to give them strength in Christ, who is the way, the truth and the life for his chosen ones.”

-from the ritual book of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Please pray for our Elect and candidates and join us for the celebration of their Easter sacraments at the Easter Vigil on

Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 7 p.m. If interested and want to know more, please call Roy Ramirez

at 562-879-9478 or email olmmrciasecretary@gmail.com and an application can be forwarded to you. All are welcome!

EASTER LILIES Would you like to donate a potted Easter Lily or make a monetary donation of $10.00 in memory of a loved one or in the name of your family? To help decorate the Altar for Easter, please fill out this form and return it to the Rectory Office when you bring in your donation or your Lily. Please decorate with gold foil and white ribbon, if possible. Please drop off this slip at the Rectory, but do not bring your lily before Holy Saturday, APRIL 15th (Pls bring between 8am &10am.) -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I will bring a lily to help decorate the Altar for Easter in the (PLEASE PRINT) Name of____________________________________________ Name of Donor_________________________________________ Telephone Number_______________________________________

From the Office of Family Life, Archdiocese of Los Angeles Tired of the side effects of contraception?

Try Natural Family Planning! Did you know that the Sympto-Thermal Method of Natural Family Planning is safe, healthy and effective? It is as effective as artificial methods without any side effects. Natural Family Planning is also promoted by the Church as an acceptable way of planning your family, because it respects the dignity of both husband and wife. Couples who use NFP report that they find it as a positive impact on their marriage. The Couple to Couple League will be offering a course in Spanish beginning April 8, 2017 at Our Lady of Grace in Encino. To learn more or to register for a class call Melisa at (818)645-6054.

Pre-Sale Carnival Ride Tickets are here! Plan ahead and save money! The school will be selling carnival ride tickets at a discounted price after this Sunday’s April 2nd morning masses, and next Sunday, April 9th after ALL masses. Presale Ride Tickets will be ½ off the regular price, only $10 a sheet. Discounted tickets are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! Don’t wait!

RAFFLE TICKETS: This year the Carnival Raffle will have four cash prizes, including the grand prize of $3,000. Each ticket is only $1 but you can purchase a book of 11 tickets for $10. Pick up a book after all the masses and return your stubs with money. You can’t win if you don’t try! PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high cost of postage and in effort to lower carnival expenses, the school will not be mailing any raffle tickets this year. Thank you for your cooperation. Lastly, if you own a business and would like to donate any “Door Prizes” to promote your business there’s still opportunities do so, call the school office 323-728-5435! Thank you in advance for your support!

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This Week and Coming Events

STATIONS OF THE CROSS Stations of the Cross in English will take place immediately after the 7:00 p.m. (7:30 pm) Mass in Church on Fridays during Lent. You are invited to join the group. Via Crusis en Español. Se llevaran a cabo Todos los Viernes de cuaresma a las 6:00 p.m. (excepto el primer viernes del mes a las 5:00 p.m.). Todas estan invitados a acompañar a Nuestro Señor.

Healing Mass Healing the Family Tree

Tuesday, April 4th 2017 at 7:00 pm Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish

Celebrant: Fr. John Struzzo, CSC Fr. John Struzzo, CSC, has been ordained a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross since 1965. He has a PhD in Sociology and a Post-Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and Individual Psychotherapy. He has taught at several universities in the areas of sociology, psychology, and marriage and family relations, and psychotherapy. Fr. John has served on the clinical staff of the House of Affirmation, a residential treatment center for priests and nuns with severe emotional problems. He also served as a hospital chaplain for six years at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, California. He has spent over 30 years doing marriage and family and individual counseling. He served as chaplain for Mother Teresa’s Sisters in San Francisco for several years. He also lived with the Intercessors of the Lamb for one year in Omaha, Nebraska. There he learned the Ignatian Exercises and was introduced to deliverance ministry. He has been involved in the healing ministry for the past 25 years. He has lectured internationally and has participated in Marian and Charismatic Conferences. One of Fr. John’s passions is Evangelization and Catechesis. His concern is to boldly preach the truth in love, and to return to the basics of the Catholic Faith.

ATTENTION LADIES Please save the date, May 5th thru May 7th 2017, for our

annual weekend retreat at the Sacred Heart Retreat House in Alhambra. For more information, please call

Yolanda at (323)726-7292

Holy Thursday, (Mass of the Lord’s Supper) April 13th at 7:00 p.m. (Procession with the Blessed Sacrament to Watterson Hall, followed with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 10:00 p.m.) Good Friday (Celebration of the Lord’s Passion April 14 12:30 p.m. The Lord’s Passion (English) 3:00 p.m. Spanish Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. The Lord’s Passion (English) Easter Holy Saturday, (Easter Vigil) April 15th at 7:00 p.m. **Service of Light begins Outside** Easter Sunday April 16th Sunrise Mass at 6:00 a.m. Bilingual-Mariachis (Armenian Monument Area, Montebello, Golf Course) In Church 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.-Spanish In Watterson Hall, 8:45 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

**Because of Fire Regulations, we cannot allow anyone in the Church once it is filled to capacity . The Ushers will then

advise you to proceed to the Hall** THERE WILL BE NO CONFESSIONS ON HOLY

THURSDAY, GOOD FRIDAY OR HOLY SATURDAY.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Invites you to a Fundraiser event to

Harrah’s Resort Southern California Join us on fun bus ride to support our Parish School Scholarship Program! Saturday, April 22, 2017

Cost: $25 (non-refundable, 21 years or older with valid ID) Departure: 10 a.m. Return: 7:00 p.m.

Departure Location: Montebello Metrolink Station 2000 W. Flotilla St., Montebello, CA 90640

SNACKS DOOR PRIZES GAMES

For more information contact: Larry Salazar (323)