St. Rita of Cascia St. Rita of Cascia St. Rita of Cascia A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908

July 6, 2014July 6, 2014July 6, 2014 MASS TIMES

SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 N 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, V.F.—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

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.—Pastor 626.355.1292 x. 228 • revkrek@st-rita.org

Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia— deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com • 355.1292 Dcn. John Hull—johnhull65@gmail.com • 355.1292

Weekend Presider: 10 am Mass—Fr. Chris Thiel, OFM Capuchin

Parish Office/Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm. Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org

Director of Administration Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org • 355.1292 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: mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Cristina Cullen: 355.3841 • 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: Deacon Manuel and Chela Valencia;

Susan Blakeslee: rcia@st-rita.org

How to Contact Us

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For Information about the Sacraments— Baptism If you are a parishioner interested in baptizing your child, 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 Religious Education.

NOTE: Adult applicants for the sacraments should contact the Parish Office.

Anointing of the Sick See adjoining column.

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 Altar Servers, Adult: Bill Cosso • 355.5656 Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino • 626.398.9302 katganino@charter.net Rosary Prayer Group: Susan Day • 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. Vigil: Gary Fidone/Bill & Patti Huber Sunday Masses: 7:30-Bill Cosso/David Banis; 10:00-David Muhs; 12N-Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley, Margaret Duran Porter: (Evening Church Lockup) Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Denise Villalovos/Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org • 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: 355.1292 • bereave@st-rita.org Christian Family: Ana Ptasinski • 355.3146 Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry 626.289.3504 • 626.446.6715 Men’s Club: Nick Sotis: 358-2495 • nick.sotis@pro-sites.net New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Patty Sullivan 355.3707 • psullivan514@gmail.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

Parish Ministries and Organizations

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners St. Rita 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) as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is 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 and the Lord cares!

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 directors; refer you to our liturgy and music directors; and offer you helpful guidelines and a book that will aid in the selection of readings for the Mass or Memorial Service. Areas we can help you with prior to the passing may help in the planning of funeral services. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest; sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

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

PASTOR’S CORNER

Dear Parishioners,

While I am on my annual July vacation, I once more offer for your consideration a series of Reflections. This week’s reflection is by Rev. Rene McGraw, OSB, Associate Professor, St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN.

—Msgr. Richard

In 1943, Franz Jägerstatter was decapitated in the Brandenburg-Görden prison. His crime: he refused to join the German army, though his bishop had told him he needn’t worry about the morality of the war. At the time of his execution, Franz was thirty-six years old, married with three daughters, all under the age of six.

Franz was one of the “little ones” to whom the Lord revealed himself. He had only a poor elementary education and surely would have no standing among the wise and the learned. When the conscription order for the army came, Franz’s bishop assured him that the church in Germany and Austria had decided it was moral for Catholics to participate in the war. But the uneducated Franz concluded he could not fight in the war. A month later he was executed.

Neither Franz nor Jesus were among the wise of the world. Largely uneducated beyond grade school, Franz was one of the simple ones.

He was not unlike Jesus, who confounded the doctors in the temple despite having no formal schooling in the Law. He was not unlike the king of the first reading, who shall come to his people “meek and riding on a donkey.”

When we think of meekness, we might think of the kid who stands in the corner of the playground while the other boys make fun of him. Passive. Quiet. Just taking it.

Jesus says in the Gospel, “Come to me, all you who labor….Learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart…” But we find ourselves thinking, “why would I want to come to someone who is meek and humble of heart?” When I am laboring and heavily burdened, I surely don’t want someone who is going to tell me to be quiet and meek. I want somebody who will fight for me. No milquetoast Jesus for me. I want the Jesus who took out a whip and drove the money changers out of the temple.

So who is this meek and humble Jesus

to whom we should look for rest? Is it the Jesus who confronts the Pharisees and calls them a brood of vipers? Or is it the Jesus who says not a word before Pilate? Is it the Franz who says he will not serve? Or is it the Franz who doesn’t follow what his bishop says because he believes it is wrong? Who is the real Jesus? Who is the real Franz?

Without hesitation, without returning evil for evil—that’s real meekness. Never to run away. Never to be silent before evil. Never to hesitate to say the truth, come what may, whether the oppressor is a church leader, a bishop or pope; whether the unjust one is a president or a governor, a teacher or a bully on the playground. That’s meekness. That’s the way we find rest and peace for our souls.

When we come to Jesus in the Eucharist, that Jesus will give rest to our souls but only if—like Franz—we speak the truth with a quiet heart. May it be so!

—Rene McGraw, OSB

Come to me, all you who labor…

Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,

and I will give you rest.” —Matthew 11:28

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MASS INTENTIONS

SATURDAY, JULY 5 8:00 AM Suzan Higgins RIP 5:30 PM Bill Davila RIP SUNDAY, JULY 6 7:30 AM William A. Cosso RIP 10:00 AM For All Parishioners 12 NOON Patricia Petek RIP

MONDAY, JULY 7 8:05 AM Tom Viola RIP TUESDAY, JULY 8 8:05 AM Delores Downey RIP WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 8:05 AM Communion Service THURSDAY, JULY 10 8:05 AM Communion Service FRIDAY, JULY 11 8:05 AM Manuel A. Martinez RIP SATURDAY, JULY 12 8:05 AM Paula Guettler INT 5:30 PM Serafina Osuna RIP SUNDAY, JULY 13 7:30 AM Lisa McKee RIP 10:00 AM Joseph F. Nicassio RIP 12 NOON For All Parishioners FEAST DAYS

Wednesday—St. Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions Thursday—St. Benedict

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading—Rejoice heartily, O Jerusalem! For see, your savior comes (Zechariah 9:9-10). Psalm—I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God (Psalm 145). Second Reading—The one who raised Christ from death will give life to your mortal bodies also (Romans 8:9, 11-13). Gospel—Come, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:25-30).

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PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REQUESTED OUR PRAYERS —

Eric Gilmore, Lori Ann Little, Guia Canizales, Anne Frealy, Eva Shammon, Margie Schubert, Sheila Pierce, Mary Zuckerburg, Emily Young, JoAnn Douglass, Mary McColl, Evelyn Tres, Barbara Hester, Phil Huddleston, Gerald Drean, Charlotte Bollman Fuchs, Gerry Krekelberg, Leah Greteman, Raymond Payne, Peter Delgatto, Jr., Montserrat Marti, Jordan Alabart, Linda Milligan, Susan Skousen, Brooke Manning, Arthur Contreras, Jr., Robert Quinonez, Richard Krier, Patsy Starkey, Margaret & David Duran, Jean Mansour, Jacob Bigley, Dorothy Van Gorden, Maria Carmen Marti, Dennis & Clare Marquardt, Kathleen Ramsey, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Rose Mary Taquino, Paul Viger, Zdenka Czerny, Hal Finney, Ailey Gardner-Ybarra, Eva Bernejo, Edith Olah, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Joseph Moore. Please remember in your prayers all those parishioners and family members of parishioners, recently deceased. Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them, O Lord.

GOD’S NOT DEAD

Arcangel Film Festival Saturday, July 19 1:30 - 8 pm

San Gabriel Mission Playhouse 320 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel

Watch shorts, documentaries, and feature films with a Christian theme, including “God’s Not Dead.”

The producer, writer, and select cast members of “God’s Not Dead” will take part in a panel discussion after the film. Also see the celebrated pro-life documentary “40.” Check out other films and speakers online.

Enjoy food at the ministry/networking fair and listen to live music.

Free tickets arcangelfilmfestival.com

Facebook.com/arcangelfilmfestival Looking for Host Families Nacel Open Door, a foreign exchange program for students, is looking for host families for this summer from August 2-23.

Students are of high school age and will be with a tutor from 9-5 Mondays thru Fridays. You need to provide room, board, and a safe environment. A stipend is provided to offset some of your expenses.

Info: Gary Johnson • 626/334-8029 gej5208@gmail.com

Theology on Tap This annual speaker and fellowship series for young adults is celebrating its 14th year in the Archdiocese. This year, Theology on Tap is hosted from July 1 through August 2 at different sites in the Archdiocese. All young adults, ages 18 to 39, singles and couples, are invited to attend.

In the San Gabriel region, Theology on Tap is hosted on Wednesdays at St. Andrew Church in Pasadena.

For more information, please check the website Archla.org/tot

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Youth Nites, 7- 8:30 pm, O’Malley ►Next Youth Nite—This Wed., July 9 Meets year-round, on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Youth Nites are for all teens and we encourage our teens to invite their friends to join in the fellowship.

Parents—Your son/daughter can get a head start with next year’s 3 Youth Nite Requirements while meeting new people and having fun this summer.

Parents/Teen Service Project—Help with the St. Rita Backpack Drive the end of July and beginning of August for the benefit of St. Francis Center. We need supplies (a list will be in next week’s Bulletin) and we need volunteers to help sort items after weekend Masses. There is also the opportunity to help distribute the donations at the St. Francis Center on Saturday, August 9.

Theresa Costanzo • ym@st-rita.org

Religious Education Registration For incoming 1st –5th graders Registration materials for the 2014-2015 Religious Education year are now available in the Parish Office (50 E. Alegria Avenue). Registration fee is $50 for the year; classes begin on September 15 and are held each Monday from 4 - 5:15 pm.

Cristina Cullen • dre@st-rita.org 626/294-9616

Articles for the Bulletin

Please submit to bulletin@st-rita.org or to the Parish Office. Ask for or leave a message for Rosemary, 355-1292 x226. Deadline is 10 days before the desired weekend.

St. Rita Catholic School

91 Years of Faith, Excellence, and Stewardship

Summer Adventure Camp at St. Rita School

Continues through August 1. Sports’ Camp is offered to students entering grades 4-8, featuring volleyball and basketball clinics. For complete information, please call the School Office.

For information about School Office hours, registration for the new school year, purchase of scrip and/or gift cards, and more, please contact the

SCHOOL OFFICE • 355-6114

St. Francis Center Backpack and School Supplies Drive

Watch next week’s Bulletin for more information, including a flyer with a list of needed items—and also how you can help us

sort, box, and/or deliver the donations.

Dates of drive— July 19 thru August 3

Safeguard the Children— Did You Know? Sometimes parents rely on

the reputation of a particular summer program from past years to determine whether they allow their children to participate. These historical perspectives from other parents and young people should always be a factor to consider in the decision-making process, but if you find that the monitoring and screening processes in place are inadequate to assure your child’s safety, do not let the “reputation” of the program or its apparent success be the guiding principle for whether your children are allowed to participate.

For more information, visit Archla.org/safeguard

Or Call Assistance Ministry • 213/637-7650

Diaconate Formation

Reminder: Information Meeting Sunday, July 20, 2-4 pm

St. Jerome Church 5550 Thornburn St., LA 90045

Open to men ages 30 - 60 years. Married men should have their wives also attend.

Claudia Ortiz • 213/637-7393 CAOrtiz@la-archdiocese.org

St. Rita Blood Drive Next Sunday, July 13 after all Masses.

O’Malley Hall from 8:30 am until 2:45 pm

Give life, give blood. Did you know that giving blood just once will save three lives? All donors receive a coupon for a free Skillet Appetizer from Chili’s. Walk-ins on the day of the event are welcome!

To make an appointment, please contact Marilyn McKernan • marilyn@st-rita.org

355-1292 x 233

Or www.redcross.org and enter Sponsor Code: strita

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

This Sunday, July 6—Baptisms In the Church • 1:30 pm

This Sunday, July 6—Senior Ministry Summer Luncheon

1:15 pm • O’Malley Hall

Thursday, July 10—Liturgy of the Hours & Evening Prayer

5 pm Music & Meditation • 5:30 pm Prayer Parish Office Oratory

Thursday, July 10—Bible Study

7 pm • In the Parish Office Meeting Room

Save the DateSave the DateSave the Date

Sunday, July 13—Blood Drive 8:30 am - 2:30 pm • O’Malley Hall

See page 5 for more information.

Weekend of July 19-20—Annual Backpack Drive Begins

To benefit the children served by the St. Francis Center Watch for a flyer insert in next week’s Bulletin.

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Catholic Community & Local Events

►25th Annual Bosco Tech Golf Tournament—July 11. All Tournament proceeds benefit the school’s Alumni Association Financial Aid Fund and athletic programs. Registration at 10; lunch at 11; Shotgun Start at noon.

Info • 626/940-2000

►Fingerprinting for VIRTUS—Friday, July 11. Sacred Heart Church. 600 W. Mariposa Ave., Altadena

12 - 3:40 pm and 5:20 - 7:20 pm Must call for appointment: 626/794-2046

►Avila Gardens Open House—Sat., July 12, 1 - 3 pm. Enjoy inspiring music, tours, gifts, and more. Avila Gardens, 1171 Encanto Parkway, Duarte 91010. For info. or to RSVP:

626/599-2214 • contact@avilagardens.com

Volunteers Needed

We have lots of projects going on—even though it’s summer—and we can use your help!

Beginning July 19— Our Annual Backpack/School Supplies Drive.

We need helpers: After each weekend Mass (about 15 minutes) to help move the donations from the Church to a secure location in Gara Hall; And, after the noon Mass, to help sort the donations (about 30 minutes).

(Watch for more ways to help with this Drive in next week’s Bulletin flyer.)

Additionally, we may call you to help stuff bulletins; help with a parish-wide mailing; resupply offering envelopes in the pews; set up or clean up for an event; help with a Food Drive; help with Hospitality on Sundays; or similar activities.

We will contact you when we need help—and, don’t worry, if you’re not available when we ask, we’ll ask again for another date/time.

A very happy bonus of giving your time is that you meet and work with the nicest people!

rc@st-rita.org • 355-1292 x 226

Clip and drop in the Offering basket.

I’d like to add my name to the volunteer list:

Name Phone Email

ST. RITA OF CASCIA CHURCH 7 Your Personal Message to Celebrate Special

Moments Can Now Be in Our Bulletin!

J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. announces the opportunity for parishioners and organizations

to commemorate special events by placing an ad—

In Memory of… In Honor of…

Special Anniversaries… Birthdays…

Interested in honoring a family member with words and/or a photo?

► Ad space must be purchased directly from J.S. Paluch and can appear for one or multiple weeks.

Contact Paluch two to three weeks before you’d like the ad to appear.

800/621-5197 • www.jspaluch.com customercare@jspaluch.com

(for more info or to place an ad)

Have you checked out our Pamphlet Display in the Vestibule?

Looking for answers for a specific problem or question, or just want some spiritual “fast food?” Check out what’s available. There are pamphlets dealing with grieving, aging, cancer, caregiving, job loss, as well as resource reading for teens and children.

These are provided as a resource for parishioners—we ask for a small donation to cover the costs so we may continue the Ministry.

St. Rita Parish St. Rita Parish St. Rita Parish ––– A Welcoming CommunityA Welcoming CommunityA Welcoming Community

So often we hear people talk about St. Rita as being a warm and welcoming community. During the summer, many guests and visitors will be worshipping with us. Why not take this opportunity to say hello to someone you don’t know, to greet the stranger, to welcome back someone you haven’t seen in awhile. Let’s make the hymn, “All are Welcome!” be our theme song.