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SUN. 01/24 3rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

7:30 AM SYLVIA HIGGINS ♦ 9:00 AM ED ARAUJO 10:30 AM PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA 12:00 PM RUTH & BOB SCHULTZ 7:30 PM HECTOR & JUAN SALAS ♦♦

MON. 01/25 6:30 AM CELINE L. AZIZ 8:00 AM FR. TOM KING - SPECIAL INTENTIONS

TUE. 01/26 6:30 AM MA. ALEJANDRINA DE PORRINI 8:00 AM HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORY

WED. 01/27 6:30 AM ROBERT DURON 8:00 AM ESPERANZA DALAND

THUR. 01/28 6:30 AM CELINE L. AZIZ 8:00 AM ELEANOR ONGCAPIN FRI. 01/29 6:30 AM ESPERANZA DALAND 8:00 AM MICHAEL MITSAKOS SAT. 01/30 8:00 AM MARY CAGGIANO 5:30 PM JR RAVAGO

Birthday Anniversary ♥ Memorial Support ♦

Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family... Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: The U.S. bishops’ pastoral on stewardship reinforces today’s reading from 1 Corinthians: “Because its individual members do collectively make up the Body of Christ, that body’s health and well-being are the responsibility of the members — the personal responsibility of each one of us. We all are stewards of the Church.”

LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers… Ana Castellanos Ann Lamkey Beatrice Vasek Brandi Hines Carl Brasil Carolyn Lispcomb Cleofas Prieto Charles Guerra Charles Keglevich Deanna Marie Messier Deishe Chopra Diana Guerra Dolores Rock Donald “Sunny” Sunderlin Elizabeth Hauser Fr. Lancy Pereira Fran Wilkerson Ging Savares Hector Salas James Dugan Janet Erike

Javan Wygal Jazzmine Peluchette Jessica Adimari Jim Tyrrell Joanna Musacchio Jose A. Anaya Joyce Lynn Donnellan Julian Moran Kathy King Karla Pierce Lori Caldwell Lysa Dennehy Martha Keglevich Mary Ann Kwinn Melvin Peluchette Michelle Anaya Michlene “Mimi” Hébert Norma Aaron Nuria Lavilla Brau Peggy Keelaghan Peter Cathcart

Potenciana Suner Rosa Zunilda Ruth Smith Sandy Dalton 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:

The season of Lent is approaching...LENT 2016 Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, which falls on Wednesday, February 10th, this year. The Catholic Community around the world follows these general regulations during Lent. ABSTINENCE – Is a penitential practice consisting of refraining from the consumption of meat and is to be observed by all Catholics who are 14 years of age and older. Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and the Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence. Pastors and parents are encouraged to see that children who are not bound by the obligation to fast and abstain are led to appreciate an authentic sense of penance. FASTING AND ABSTINENCE – In addition to abstinence, fasting is to be observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 years (inclusive). On days of fasting, one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed. Note: If a person is unable to observe the above regulations due to ill health or other serious reasons, they are urged to practice other forms of self-denial that are suitable to their condition.

Celebrating Our Faith Next Week ~ Saturday, January 30th/ Sunday, January 31st

Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time

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 THE MASSES

First Reading — God appoints Jeremiah as prophet to the nations (Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19). Psalm — I will sing of your salvation (Psalm 71). Second Reading — Love with its many facets is the most important of the virtues (1 Corinthians 12:31 — 13:13 [13:4-13]). Gospel — When Jesus claims his salvific mission is for all people, not just the Jews, he is expelled by the enraged members of the Nazarean synagogue (Luke 4:21-30).

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. VadakinMsgr. Vadakin

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. Vadakin Fr. Tom Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox

This Week: Saturday, January 23rd/ Sunday, January 24th Third Sunday In Ordinary Time

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: We are called to use the unique gifts and talents that God has given us to further the work and mission of the Church. Today’s reading from the First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians reminds us that, by virtue of our baptism, we are members of Christ’s Body. We have a sacred duty and solemn obligation to use the unique gifts and talents God has given us to further the work and mission of the Church. Mindful of this, let us share our gifts generously so many others might come to know Jesus.

LITURGY OF THE WORD: The first reading tells of how those Israelites who returned from exile in Babylon to live in Jerusalem joined together in renewing their commitment to be faithful to God and His commandments. The second reading reminds us that we are parts and members of the one Body of Christ. Today’s Gospel recalls the beginnings of Jesus’ public ministry.

GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF CORNERSTONE! St. Monica is currently accepting registrations for both the Men’s and Women’s Cornerstone retreats at www.stmonica.net/cornerstone. Cornerstone is a 26-hour opportunity to take a reprieve from the demands of daily life for reflection and renewal, and to strengthen your faith in a welcoming and supportive Christian environment. All meals and accommodations, including overnight supplies will be provided. The men’s retreat will be held on February 5-6; the women’s retreat on February 19-20, both on the St. Monica campus at 725 California Avenue in Santa Monica. There is no cost to attend, however we encourage donations of any amount to help defray expenses.

Ministry equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…

Upcoming Confirmation SessionsUpcoming Confirmation SessionsUpcoming Confirmation Sessions Year 1: February 21

Year 2: TODAY, Jan. 24, 2106 All sessions start promptly at 9 am in the Hall.

Please note our new text-only contact number: 424-625-8914.

Join the team! There are still opportunities to join our confirmation team. If you are interested in being an adult

leader or peer leader please email confirmationsainta@gmail.com

Spend the Jubilee of Mercy Year with the Traveling Holy Family!

What better way to start off the new year than with the Holy Family in prayer, reflection and companionship? Send an

email to regina@st-anastasia.org to reserve time with the Holy Family statues. You can request a statue to reside with your family for a period of 1-4 weeks. The statues can be picked up by the receiving family during a short but faith-filled blessing by the Presider during Sunday Mass with advance notice, or the statues can be dropped off and picked up from the Rectory.

Beginning Again — Wrestling with Loss An educational and support group. If you have lost a loved one and would like some support, please join us in the Rectory Conference Room on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9 pm. Facilitated by *Susan McLaughlin, MSW. Some topics we will explore are: What is grief and what to expect; Multiple losses and their effect on us; Prolonged and hidden grief; Cultural norms against grieving and how to deal with them; The need for support and how to get it; Grief and God. If you are interested in joining us or would like more info, call Aleida in the Church office 310-670-2243 or Sue at 310-413-2575. Sue McLaughlin, a member of St. Anastasia Parish for 4 years, has been facilitating grief support groups on and off since 1995.

Courtesy Announcement: LMU SERIES - LAUDATO Si’ AND CLIMATE CHANGE SERIES: The Academy of Catholic Thought and Imagination and the Center for Urban Resilience at LMU will hold a four-part series that brings together science, film, culture, and faith to dialogue about the strengths, weakness, and implications of climate change and Pope Francis’ Ecological Encyclical Laudato Si’ -- Jan. 28 - 7 pm, Climate Change: the Science Behind the Rhetoric, Dr. Jeremy Pal; Feb. 4 - 4:30 pm, This Changes Everything: Film Screening, Feb. 8 - 4:30 pm, This Changes Everything, Naomi Klein Lecture. All at the Life Science Auditorium (LSB 120).. Laudato Si’: A Prophetic Challenge for the 21st Century, Fr. Sean McDonagh, SSC, Wed., Feb. 24, 7 pm, Roski Dining Hall, University Hall.

SIMPLE SOUP - Stewardship in action… Save the Date! As we approach the Holy Season of Lent, please consider joining us for one or all of these opportunities. They are designed to help you think, ponder, reflect and consider… and eventually perhaps to discuss about the meaning of the suffering and death of Jesus Christ for you! Wednesday(s) 5:30pm Mass followed by the Simple Soup in the Parish Hall. This Simple Sharing and Breaking Bread Supper will be Hosted by different ministries for four consecutive Wednesdays beginning Ash Wednesday, February 10, 2016.

WHAT IS “SIMPLE SOUP”? WHY DO WE DO IT? The Simple Soup Supper is an intergenerational fellowship that meets for a soup dinner after the Wednesday evening 5:30 PM Lenten Mass. Various ministries HOST this activity supplying the soups and bread. The Host group also assists with the clean up. There is a basket at each table for those who wish to donate. This is a free will offering. The money collected during the Lenten supper will be given to St. Margaret’s Center. This year St. Anastasia Parish families will be asked to Host a Simple Soup on Wednesday, March 2nd. There will be sign-up sheet in the Courtyard for those who would like to participate. Host Ministries: Ash Wednesday Feb. 10th, Eucharistic Ministers Wed., Feb. 17th, Bible Study Wed., Feb. 24th, Lector Ministry Wed., Mar. 2nd, PARISH FAMILIES …a way of life for St. Anastasia Church

Ministry in Community…

Setting boundaries fosters healthy relationships: We create boundaries to keep our lives in order, for example many adults separate personal and

professional relationships. Trusted adults can help teach children to do the same. Boundaries are essential in the foundation of relationships, and children should be comfortable expressing where they draw their own lines. “No means no” is easy to say in theory, but it should be respected in practice by your kids and their friends, teachers and other adults. Teach your kids how to explore their own comfort zones and give them time to tell you about their experiences. Open communication helps them understand that setting boundaries is part of life. For a copy of the Virtus® article “Good Boundaries Yield Healthy Relationships” email jvienna@la-archdiocese.org.

Kids Living Faith: Sunday, January 24th, 2016

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time But as it is, there are many parts , yet one body. The eye cannot say to the hand, “I do not need

you,” nor again the head to the feet, “I do not need you.” 1 Cor 12:20-21 There will never be another person quite like you. But that’s true for everybody else too! We all have our own talents and gifts. They enable us to do good things for others. And others have talents and gifts that enable them to do good things for us. That’s why we need one another, just like the eye needs the hand, and the head needs the feet.

Lord, help me respond to other people’s needs. May I be grateful when they respond to mine.

And my I see that none of us is complete without the help and friendship of others.

Our Online Giving system now has an App for Apple and Android products! You can download it for free from OLGapp.com, the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. If you are new to Online Giving,

register on the app by entering our Church ID 1706 or register on the website @ www.osvonlinegiving.com/1706

If you haven't yet registered, stop by the Rectory for a registration form or request one via

email from parishregistration@st-anastasia.org. Do you have a new mailing address, email address, or phone number? Please make sure your contact information is up to date with the parish! Email parishregistration@st-anastasia.org with your new or updated information. Please include your name and envelope number so we can ensure your records match up!

for the St. Anastasia Parish Retreat!! When: Saturday, February 20, 2016, 7:30 am - 6 pm Retreat Theme: Mercy (Talk and Mass included) Where: Serra Retreat House Cost: $40.00 - includes Continental breakfast, lunch and bus transportation to and from St. A’s. Retreat Master: Fr. Bill Adams, C.Ss.R.

Registration will be in January. Sponsored by the St. Anastasia Prayer Group

Funded by the Monsignor Vadakin Arts and Education Fund.

FACT OF LIFE Jane Roe of Roe v. Wade Never Had an Abortion,

Her Daughter is 46. Forty-three years ago, abortion became legal in our country. But the woman, Norma Corvey, whose case came before the Supreme Court, had her baby. Norma Corvey is now an outspoken pro-life convert to the Catholic Faith. Norma Corvey is “Jane Roe”. She claimed all those years ago that her pregnancy was the result of a rape, admitting that this, and virtually every fact on which her case was built, was a lie. Both Mc Corvey and Sandra Cano, the Doe of Doe v. Bolton-Roe’s companion case from Georgia-are now pro-life advocates who have sworn their cases were built on lies. Now, over 55 million Americans have lost their lives because of a decision based on lies. Dear Lord, Lead our nation and our world from the Culture of Death, into the light of the truth.

Together in Mission 2016 Campaign

TODAY is Commitment Weekend. Mr. Anthony Sciacca - Director of

Together in Mission Campaign for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles - is here with us today, and he will make the presentation on Commitment Sunday. Envelopes will be distributed.

REMINDERS: * Next Sunday, January 31st, we’ll have the monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing after all Masses. All couples married during the month of January are welcome!

PALMS: We are collecting palms for Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 9th. Box in the Vestibule. The Burning of the Palms service takes place on

Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 9th, at 11:45 am in the School grounds. All are welcome! Wednesday, February 10th, is

Ash Wednesday. Lent Begins! Masses will be as follows: (Ashes will be administered) 6:30, 8, & 11 am, and 5:30 pm. ♦ Simple Soup to follow in the Basement

for the first FOUR Wednesdays, after the 5:30 pm. Mass-to continue throughout Lent & Holy Week. Stations of the Cross on Fridays, at 7:30 pm.7:30 pm.7:30 pm.

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 Dolores Saenz ..... …………. 337-7213 Maura Reznik ....... …………. 645-6845

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, and 11 AM (during the School year) 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 the 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: parish@st-anastasia.org

St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045

310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: school@st-anastasia.org

PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES

Bereavement …………….....670-2243

Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891

Prayer Group 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 jeanne@pieper.com………..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…..…..821-2324

Arts and Education Andy Kozlowski .... .............. 670-3152

Stewardship ………......…….670-2243

PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR: Vacant Administrator Pro Tem Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A. Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastor Emeritus Rev. Thomas F. King

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 Chris Roque School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance School Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Betsy Sichi PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Shawna Wiseman Becca Zambotti 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