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St. Anastasia Catholic Church
7390 W. Manchester Avenue7390 W. Manchester Avenue7390 W. Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90045Los Angeles, CA 90045Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone: 310Phone: 310Phone: 310---670670670---2243 2243 2243 ••• Fax: 310Fax: 310Fax: 310---670670670---5052 5052 5052 Website: www.stWebsite: www.stWebsite: www.st---anastasia.org anastasia.org anastasia.org
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Dear Parishioners, This last week, I received this statement from our Music Director, Greg Koppenhaver:
I would like to thank Greg for his service and dedication to our community of faith. His musical talent is exceptional and he will be missed by all. In the interim period, our Church has hired Chris Roque to take the responsibilities of Music Director on a transitional basis. Chris is very familiar to all of us, and he brings an enthusiasm for the spirit of the liturgy and praise of the Lord through our music and our singing. Happy Good Shepherd Sunday! Devotedly yours, Fr. Gabe
SUN. 4/26 4th SUNDAY OF EASTER 7:30 AM ROBERT LEE PEPPING 9:00 AM MAYA MORENO 10:30 AM MARY DUGGAN 12:00 PM THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA 7:30 PM BIANY SATYADI MON. 4/27 6:30 AM THADDEUS PIERSON 8:00 AM AGUSTIN CARRASCO BAILLO ♦ TUE. 4/28 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM MAX & ROGER GLECKMAN ♥ WED. 4/29 6:30 AM SPECIAL INTENTIONS 8:00 AM THE GEUVJEHIZIAN FAMILY
THUR. 4/30 6:30 AM KEVIN CISNEROS 8:00 AM MANUEL PEREZ GODOY
FRI. 5/01 6:30 AM ELOISA MAURI 8:00 AM MARIAN CURRAN SAT. 5/02 8:00 AM NORMA DEMAFELIX 5:30 PM HENRY JACK MOORE
Birthday Anniversary ♥ Memorial Support ♦
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Fourth Sunday of Easter - To be good stewards we must be good shepherds, willing to lay down our lives for those committed to our care, not mere hired hands who run off, “leaving the sheep to be snatched and scattered by the wolf.” John 10:12
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers…
Ana Castellanos Angie Alvarado Ann Lamkey Beatrice Vasek Bill Corrigan B. N. R. Brandi Hines Charles Guerra Charles Keglevich Deanna Marie Messier Diana Guerra Donna Corrigan Elizabeth Hauser Estan Sitchon Ging Savares Fr. Prasad Gonsalves, S.J. Israel, and family James Dugan Janet Erike Javan Wygal
Jazzmine Peluchette Jim Tyrrell Joanna Musacchio Jose A. Anaya Joyce Lynn Donnellan Julian Moran Ken Lockwood Lori Caldwell Lysa Dennehy Martha Keglevich Mary Ann Kwinn Mary Ratkovic Melvin Peluchette Michelle Anaya Michlene “Mimi” Hébert Norma Aaron Nuria Lavilla Brau Peggy Keelaghan Peter Cathcart Potenciana Suner
Rebeca Acuna Renee Harrangue Richard Mendenhall Rita Ortman Rosa Zunilda Ruth Smith Sr. Eileen Marie (Marleen) Corrigan Stephane Lempire Tom Tyrrell Victoria Mitsakos Virginia Lorraine Robinson Yolanda Wygal ***Please note that this list will be updated monthly. Family members should please contact the Parish Office to add names or to let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK - HOLY WEEK:
"Recently, I have been considering several options to further my professional career, and after much deliberation, I have decided to resign from my position as Music Director. I have appreciated very much the opportunity to be of service to St. Anastasia and wish to thank you. Greg Koppenhaver”
Celebrating Our Faith Next Week ~ Saturday, May 2nd/Sunday, May 3rd
Fifth Sunday of Easter
The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
WE ENCOURAGE ALL TO READ AND REFLECT ON THE BIBLICAL PASSAGES THAT WILL BE PROCLAIMED
AT ALL MASSES NEXT WEEK.
First Reading — Barnabas reported to the apostles how Saul had seen the Lord on the way (Acts 9:26-31). Psalm — I will praise you, Lord, in the assembly of your people (Psalm 22). Second Reading — This is God’s commandment: that we may believe and love (1 John 3:18-24). Gospel — I am the true vine; whoever remains in me will bear much fruit (John 15:1-8). Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)
Saturdays: 3:30Saturdays: 3:30——5 pm, and 7:305 pm, and 7:30——8 pm. 8 pm. Msgr. GonzalesMsgr. Gonzales
Masses: Sat: 5:30 p.m. Sun: 7:30 a.m. Sun: 9:00 a.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 p.m.
Celebrants: Msgr. Gonzales Msgr. Cox Fr. Tom Msgr. Gonzales Msgr. Cox Msgr. Vadakin
This Week: Saturday, April 25th/Sunday, April 26th Fourth Sunday of Easter
To Receive Holy Communion (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound). Please call Gloria Bowen, Eucharistic Minister to the sick at 310-670-5971.
Reflections on Today’s Readings: FOCUS: Jesus is the Good Shepherd who guides us on the path of life. We may not connect immediately with the central image of our Gospel today - the Shepherd with His sheep. Perhaps we do not see ourselves as docile sheep. But this image may become more understandable if we truly embrace Jesus as the Good Shepherd, and allow Him to guide us on the path to eternal life. LITURGY OF THE WORD: In the first reading, Peter reminds us that there is no salvation except through Jesus. In our second reading and in the Gospel, we are reminded of two important truths of our faith - that we are the children of God an that Jesus is the Good Shepherd.
Please pray for those who have died, especially: Marian Curran (mother of Joe Curran), Mary Louise Llorens, Oscar Nagy, Armida Deck, & Mariano Llosa, that they may rest in peace
THE GOOD SHEPHERD This Fourth Sunday of Easter is traditionally referred to as “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Today we listen to the words of the Lord as he refers to himself as the “good shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep.” It is sometimes so difficult for us to grasp the reality that anyone would lay down his or her own life for the sake of someone else. This is especially true in a society that places high value on power and personal advancement, often at the cost of “trampling” on other people in order to climb the ladder. Today’s scriptures point to the one we are called to emulate—the one who lays down his life for his sheep. Today’s scriptures challenge us to discover ways to bring life to those around us—to build up rather than to tear down. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
Awareness Through Movement - Saint Andrew’s Church, el Segundo - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 8 pm and Sundays 1 to 2 pm. Call Daniel for info @ 310-251-3571. COST: $10 and a box
of cereal for C.A.S.E. Tai Chai Chuan is practiced worldwide by tens of millions of people, ranging in age from the very young to the very old. In addition to relaxing the body and mind, the art of Tai Chai will contribute to overall fitness and health. With over 40 years of experience in Wholistic healing as well as martial arts, Ara brings a dynamic and compas-sionate style to his teaching. Firmly rooted in the belief of “No Student Left Behind”, Ara and assistant instructor, Daniel, will always emphasize quality.
Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…
The Continuing Commitment to Protect Children and Young People - As part of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles continuing commitment to
protect children and young people, this past year, the Office of Safeguard the Children trained 30,514 adults and 166,850 children in the VIRTUS® Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Programs. In addition the Fingerprinting Department completed background checks on approximately 10,000 new clergy, employees and volunteers. For information about the VIRTUS® Programs contact: [email protected] or go to www.virtus.org.
FACT OF LIFE Good Shepherd Shelter
Founded in 1984, Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women and Children began as an emergency shelter and drop-in center for women living on the streets. In response to the increasing number of homeless women in Downtown Los Angeles, Catholic Charities of Los Angeles Inc. appointed Sr. Julia Mary Farley to spearhead the program. Over the next eight years, Good Shepherd Center expanded its services to include the children of homeless women, establishing a transitional residence serving nine families in an old craftsman house. Today, Good Shepherd Center serves approximately 1,000 homeless women and children annually, and houses up to 93 women and 45 children each night. Through their comprehensive programs, they help homeless women every step of the way, giving them the tools and support they need to achieve self-sufficient lives. Please read more about this life changing Center and its impact on the lives of homeless families. Their Facebook Page is: http://www.facebook.com/gschomeless
Secure. Convenient. Efficient. Our parish is offering a convenient option for contribu-tions! Online Giving is a web-based application that allows you to start, stop and change your contributions at any time, and look up your own giving history! Online Giving is very easy to use and requires no special knowledge other than how to access the internet. If you haven’t already signed up, then go to the St. Anastasia Online Giving website at https://www.osvonlinegiving.com/1706 and select “Sign Up For New Account”! Printed donation envelopes will always be an option for those that want to use them! Questions? Contact [email protected] for Online Giving assistance!
CERT Training Community Emergency
Response Team Provided by the Los Angeles Fire Department. Learn to be prepared for and how to respond to a community-wide disaster. Bring a family member, friend, co-worker, neighbor… 6 Wednesdays April 22nd thru May 27th, 2015; 6:30 - 9:30 pm. St. Anastasia Parish Hall - 8631 Stanmoor Drive, Los Angeles. This training is FREE! Please R.S.V.P. to: [email protected]
You are invited…
St. Anastasia welcomes all young adults, married or single, to come to the weekly meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Parish Office. We meet for companionship, education in the faith, and helping each other walk daily the struggles and joys in life through faith. It is a mercy to have a group of friends to share the life. Please come. Questions call or text Nancy at 310-927-8891.
SAVE THE DATE!! VBS JULY 13 - 17, 2015 - AGES 4 - 9
Monday thru Friday, from 9 am to Noon.
$60 p/child. Registration form is available at:
http://www.st-anastasia.org/sacraments/religious-education/2015vbsregistrationform/
Today, the Fourth Sunday of Easter: Good Shepherd Sunday is a special celebration of World Day of Prayer for Vocations. The world–wide Church honors all Christian vocations. Christ Jesus gives His life for us that we might know fullness of life. We pray for openness to God’s call and to accept the gift of our Christian vocation. Christ Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is with us to guide and protect us on our life journey.
Ministry in Community…
Request some "quality time" with the St. Anastasia Parish Holy Family Statue of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Please use this link to request your week(s) to host a statue: http://tinyurl.com/TravelingHolyFamily or email [email protected] to participate in a wonderful St. Anastasia tradition! 4/19 - 5/16 St. Anastasia Parish Priests 5/17 - 5/23 - St. Anastasia Parish Family
Important Reminders: Don’t forget that Bulletin announcements should be submitted 2 weeks prior to the requested publication date! • TODAY, Sunday, April 26th, the monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing takes place after ALL Masses. All married during the month of April are welcome!! • Saturday, May 2nd, the St. Anastasia First Communion takes place. Pray for all our children that will be having their first real, personal, encounter with the Lord, through the Eucharist! May God Bless them ALL!
ST ANASTASIA SOCIAL CLUB NEWS Join us on Wednesday, July 15, for a train trip to San Juan Capistrano. We will leave the Church at 10:00 AM and head to Fullerton, where we will board the Amtrak for our ride to San Juan Capistrano. Lunch will be provided at Sardussi’s Depot Restaurant, followed by a docent-led tour of the old mission. We will then have time to explore the town and its many quaint shops before boarding the bus for St. A’s. We expect to arrive home about 6:30 PM. As always, the $82 price includes all gratuities. This trip will probably fill fast, so don’t wait to call Laurette at 310-670-2488. Payment must be received by 5/15.
SAVE THE DATE St. Anastasia Blood Drive/ Sunday, May 31stSunday, May 31stSunday, May 31st, Parish Hall.
It’s a bloody fact…. 4.5 million Americans would die each year without life saving blood transfusions. Not on our watch! We have told St. Johns/Providence Hospital that we are confident we will have an outstanding blood drive on Sunday, May 31st.Sunday, May 31st.Sunday, May 31st. Will you pencil it in?
Kevin and Linda McNally, (310) 641‑1979 Elaine Kane, (310) 645‑4633
The TACSC scholarships supported by the Arts and Education Fund are now available to all (2015-2016) 6th, 7th and
8th graders in the parish. Applications are being accepted until May 6th. Application forms are available in the rectory and also published in the panther press section of the school website.
THIS WEEKEND, Saturday/Sunday, April 25/26th, after all Masses (Saturday 5:30 pm Vigil Mass and Sunday evening 7:30 pm Masses - included), the Sisters of the Agape order from Egypt invite you to see their articles: Table cloth, runners, a big collection of wooden products and religious articles coming from Egypt and Jerusalem and 3 of their publications that were translated to many languages. Please stop at their tables and consider helping them. They ask that you particularly pray for peace in their country: Egypt. Thank you for prayers and your support.
Fourth Sunday of Easter, April 26th, This is why the Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down on my own. John 10:17-18
When you care about your friends, you’ll be there for them when they need you. You’ll do everything you can, even at great cost to yourself. And your friends will do the same for you. Jesus called us His friends, and He saw that we need help in learning God’s way to love. So He showed us how to love as He does, but He was crucified for what He said and did. Jesus saw the danger, but He willingly gave His life for our sake. Thank You, Lord, for Your unending care!!! ON WEALTH: Nothing is more fallacious than wealth. It is
a hostile comrade, a domestic enemy. —St. John Chrysostom
THE GLORY OF GOD: The glory of God is humanity fully alive. —St. Irenaeus
The Cardinal McIntyre Fund for Charity Collection takes place next weekend,
Saturday/Sunday, May 2/3rd, 2015. Here’s HOPE since 1951 for those in CRISIS SITUATIONS throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Your contribution goes directly toward emergency needs for children, adults and families. You are their hope! Your gift provides a one-time emergency help for: ♦ Food, Utilities, Transportation ♦ Medical, Housing or Funeral Expenses. Envelopes are in the pews. HARMONY IN HOPE!
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971 Jan & Herb Masi... .............. 641-2819 Ministers of the Word ......... Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon .......... .............. 670-1298 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz ..... .............. 337-7213 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... .............. 641-4194 Altar Server Committee: Herb Masi …………………… 641-2819 Richard Arias ....... ………….. 641-4194 Maura Reznik ....... ………….. 645-6845
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (School in session) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30 - 5 PM & 7:30 - 8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30 - 9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of family
BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243 or Fred & Esmeralda Balsz @ 679-9119. MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243. R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory. FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.
St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-670-2243 Office
310-670-5052 Fax Website: www.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected]
St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected]
PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES
Bereavement …………….....670-2243
Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891
Prayer Group—English Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105
Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175 Ben Oakley………………….670-2771
Respect Life …………………….. .............. 670-2243
Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243 Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243
St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram……….. .............. 645-1140
Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert’s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417
St. Margaret’s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208
Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo………………..306-9390
Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285
Nurses Ministry Nancy Reilly .........…….424-228-4767
Pen Pal Project - Prison Ministry [email protected]………..670-2243
Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243
Men’s Spirituality Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009 Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065
Men’s Morning Hour ..……..670-2243
MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram………………….645-1140
Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski .............. 670-2243 Marti Moran………………….670-2243
Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488
Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001
Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty…………….650-0274 Patty Wiacek……………….713-5298.
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
Parish Finance Council Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206 Pastor Advisory Council ………………………………..670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534 Men’s Club Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646 Knights of Columbus
Arts and Education Jayne Cram .......... .............. 645-1140
Stewardship ………......…….670-2243
PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A. Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Gabriel Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Greg Koppenhaver School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance School Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Olivier Chaine PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Denise Gustafson Shawna Wiseman ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults; and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243 Confirmation Gabriel Reyes ....... …………. 670-2243 Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119
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INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PRIEST OR IN RELIGIOUS LIFE?
Call the Office for Vocations 213-637-7248
www.la-archdiocese.org/org/vocations