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OctOber 8, 2017twenty-seventh sunday in Ordinary time

Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

associate Pastors Rev. Joseph Kammerer Rev. Rick Prindle

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

WeekenD Mass Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

WeekDay Mass Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Saturday: 8am

Holy Day Mass Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm

reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Friday: 5:30pm-6pm Saturday: 8:30am-9am 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request anytime; call Rectory for appointment.

624 15t h St r e e t Manhattan Beach, ca 90266 (310)545-5651 a M e r i c a n M a r t y r S . o r g

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May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Pray for the SIck Please pray for the sick in our community that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Rick Boilbrach Brittany O'Brien GunnellMartin Pregenzer Margaret LochtenbergPeggy Reilly Arlene PlattenJacob Conde Maria Babick LarsonKathy O'Mara Robert Semmer Matthew Myers Jim Gorman Jim Fisher Roger BayerSarah Churchill Judy VavrekMargaret Limp Michael D'AmicoMarianne Steinbroner

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Baptism for Infants - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM

Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for appointment. Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Next class is Sunday, October 8.

Adult Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist (RCIA)Deacon Derek & Terri Brown, R C I A @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gRite of Christian Initiation for Adults welcomes and prepares adults for full participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Classes begin in September.

Marriage - Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

Anointing of the Sick - Celebrated at various times throughout the year. Call the Rectory anytime in case of serious illness.

Mass Intentions - Request in person at the Parish Offices.

Prayers for the Sick and Deceased - Contact the Rectorywith the names of family members who are ill or deceased.

Funeral PlanningContact the Rectory to arrange Funeral or Memorial Services.

Bereavement SupportDeacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea c a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg | y a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg

Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. CPT Maureen Bannon - U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Capt Evan Bernstein - U.S.M.C. Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard CDR Mike McIlroy Mullen - U.S. Navy Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy

arMed forceSWe pray for those serving overseas in our Armed Forces, especially:

ParISh facIlItIeS

RECTORY 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9703 Mailing Address: PO Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639

PARISH OFFICE Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm | Sunday, 8:30am-11:30am 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9702 Temporary Parish Offices are on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House.

SS. BRIGID/BRENDAN (closed for remodel)

O'DONNELL HALL (closed for remodel)

ST. KATERI ROOM (enter from O'Donnell parking lot, south east side of the building)

GYM - 701 15th Street | 310-802-8720 Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk.

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym.

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street Do not park on 18th Street. Park in O'Donnell or school lots and enter from schoolyard.

SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden, Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)

We welcome you to American Martyrs Catholic Community

daIly PrayerS of the church

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL Mon-Fri, 7:00aM-8:00pM Saturday, 7:00aM-5:00pM Sunday, 1:00pM-5:00pM closed during regular Sunday Masses. ContaCt: [email protected]

DAILY ROSARY: Monday - Saturday, 7:30aM, in the Church

MORNING PRAYER: Tuesday, following the 6:30aM Mass

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION & BENEDICTION) Tuesday following the 8:00aM Mass

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet

RESERVING A PARISH FACILITY To reserve a facility or arrange for a table at the weekend Masses, email your request to f a c i l i t i e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g. Include the date, time, # of people attending, purpose of the event, and a contact name, phone and email. We will make every effort to reserve a space that will accommodate your needs. Church and Sacraments have priority for use of our facilities. We do not use our facilities for private parties.

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CongratulationsMichael Philips and Victoria Gomez

next Weekend'S MaSS celebrantS

Sat 5:00PM: Fr. Joe KammererSun 7:00aM: Fr. Rick Prindle

8:00aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer9:30aM: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream)

11:30aM: Msgr. John Barry5:00PM: Fr. Rick Prindle

This schedule is subject to change.

October 8, 2017 | Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Find this bulletin online at AmericanMartyrs.org

thIS Week

Monday, October 99:00aM SpC Monday Morning Faith Sharing9:00aM HFH Monday Morning Starters7:00pM HFH Al-Anon Meeting7:00pM PH Community & Evangelization Commission

TUESDAY, October 10

5:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Group1:00pM PH A.M.C. Seniors3:30pM PH Legion of Mary6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pM SK Msgr. Barry explains the Annulment Process7:00pM SCH Women's AA Meeting7:30pM SHH Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SpC Contemplative Prayer

WEDNESDAY, October 119:30aM HFH Mothers of Young Children10:00aM PH Sunday Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe7:30pM SK RCIA7:30pM SpC Sunday's Readings in Context

THURSDAY, October 125:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting3:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir7:30pM SHH LGBTQ Meeting

FRIDAY, October 1311:15aM SpC Silent Meditation3:00pM SpC Matthew 25 Saturday's Blessings3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class7:00pM HFH The Lighthouse (fka Circle of Friends)

SATURDAY, October 1410:00aM HFH Women's AA Meeting7:30pM SCH AA Meeting

SUNDAY, October 158:00aM SK Coffee and Donuts10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (until 4:00pm)3:30pM SK Year 2 Confirmation6:15pM SK AMYM Life Night

next Weekend

calendar, MaSS IntentIonS & readIngS

PlanneD giving Do you intend to remember American Martyrs Church or School in your will or trust? Don’t put it off until later. The government already has a plan for you if you do not make one that includes your own charitable intent.For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or b h o d g e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

MaSS IntentIonS and readIngS for the Week MONDAY, October 9 - St. Denis and Companions; St. John LeonardiReadings: Jon 1:1-2:2, 11; Jon 2:3, 4, 5, 8; Lk 10:25-37 8:00 Richard Walker † (Susan Walker) 12:10 Prayer Service 5:00 Judith Cabal † (Joyce C. Payne)TUESDAY, October 10 Readings: Jon 3:1-10; Ps 130:1b-2, 3-4ab, 7-8; Lk 10:38-42 6:30 Anna Marie Donnelly † (Laura & Jim Hirschmann) 8:00 Tanya Gonser (Judy Gonser) 12:10 Shellie Schmitt † (Linda & Malcolm King) 5:00 Rich Necastro † (Jenny & Rico Attanasio)WEDNESDAY, October 11 - St. John XXIII Readings: Jon 4:1-11; Ps 86:3-4, 5-6; 9-10; Lk 11:1-4 8:00 John Riggle † (Gunderman Family) 12:10 David Berman † (Jerry & Cherri Olson) 5:00 John Maher † (Patti Williams)THURSDAY, October 12 Readings: Mal 3:13-20b; Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6; Lk 11:5-13

6:30 Marion Kat † (Anne Marie & Dale Gebele) 8:00 Gerry Geppert † (The Geppert Family) 12:10 Poor Souls in Purgatory † (Teresa Arredondo & Family) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, October 13 Readings: Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2; Ps 9:2-3, 6 and 16, 8-9; Lk 11:15-26 8:00 Mary Catherine Shearer † (The Altar Society) 12:10 Barbara Keddie † (Traci & John Britton) 5:00 Joseph Tennenbaum † (Bill & Pam Anderson)SATURDAY, October 14 - St. Callistus I Readings: Jl 4:12-21; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Lk 11:27-28

8:00 Ed & Carol Wagner (Martha Wagner) 5:00 Kathleen McPharlin † (Komick Family)SUNDAY, October 15 - Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary TimeReadings: Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6; Phil 4:12-14, 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10 7:00 Sr. Maria Corazon, O.C.D. (Carmelo & Elizabeth Quilang) 8:00 The Sumen Family † (Steve Horvat) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Peggy Honnold † (Kevin McCormick Family) 5:00 Douglas Sweeney † (Helen Bell)

Facilities:BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church ∙ ChP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall ∙ ODK-O’Donnell Kitchen PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room

NOTE: Dates and locations are subject to change without notice. Please check with the ministry to verify event.


Silent Auction DonAtionS

Looking for all lovers of fine wines and food The Silent Auction needs you! Did you know that wine is one of the biggest sellers at our parish fair silent auction? Any donation of wine, nonperishable food items to basket, or gift certificates to your favorite restaurants would be greatly appreciatedCall Tina Sarafa, 310-502-5792, or Julie Brawn, 310-650-0172, if you have questions.

The Parish Fair is coming! Saturday & Sunday, October 21-22

Follow the Fair @ A M Pa r i s h Fa i r

PAriSh FAir VolunteerS neeDeD

The Fair is around the corner and we are looking for volunteers to staff booths!Go to w w w. A M Pa r i s h Fa i r. o r g to register, sign up for a shift and be a part of this wonderful parish weekend! QueStionS aBout Scheduling a Shift, or need More info aBout volunteering? Contact us, FairStaff ing@AmericanMar t yrs.org .

Divine SweetS & treatS (fka Granny's Kitchen)needs your donations of baked goods to sell Saturday & Sunday at the Fair! Cupcakes, cookies, cakes, pies! Our success depends on your generosity! Drop-off on Friday afternoon at the School Hall during set-up or anytime Saturday or Sunday. All sweets and treats accepted!Questions? Call Anne, 310-376-9052 or Beth, 310 871-6008.

"Super Siz e" Your pr iz e! When you "SuperSize" your prize it's a great upgrade option for kids 'of all ages' to get more valuable prizes when they win games at many of the booths! How it Works When you win at a booth that has the SuperSize option, you can "SuperSize" your prize by getting a SuperSize ticket. All completed tickets will be entered into a random drawing for a chance to win fabulous prizes, such as gift cards from local & online retailers, and a grand prize of an iPad!) There is no limit to the number of times a person may enter - winners will be selected throughout the day Saturday and Sunday with prizes varying. Need not be present to win.Calling All ParentsParents - please explain to your kids in advance about the SuperSize drawings and come up with a family plan on how to win exciting new prizes!Donate Scrip For Super Size? It's easy!While at the scrip office, you can donate gift cards directly to the "Super Size" prizes collection - just drop them in the box on the counter.We appreciate any size donation - thank you! Lisa Baker & Kristin Penney (310-334-9928), Co-Chairs for Super Size

Questions about the FaiR? Contact us at P a r i s h Fa i r @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or contact one of the Chairs directly: Dick Taw, r t a w @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g | 310-460-6900 Michelle Messenger, mmessenger@AmericanMar tyrs.org Kristen Scherlacher, k s c h e r l a c h e r @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Fair Hats are available online!

SAtur DAy night Dinner ticketSOn sale THIS WEEKEND

Saturday, October 7, 4:30-6:30pm Steak or Fish adult dinners are $25/$20 for seniors. Want to come but know you won't eat - purchase a seat at a table for $25. Tickets can be purchased individually, or as a table of 10. You MUST know your food options at the time of purchase. Limit one table per person in line. Cash or check.Please note there will be no admittance on Saturday night without a wristband. A replacement wristband can be purchased at the door; adults $25/$20 seniors.QueStionS? Seana Daniel, s e a n a e b @ y a h o o . c o m Meghan Walsh, m e g h a n _ d w y e r @ h o t m a i l . c o m



The next Monday Morning Starters is Monday, October 9, 9:00-10:30am, in the Holy Family House

Job Seekers - join this career networking group and rev up the energy on your search.ContaCt: Andrea Connolly, CareerBridgeBuilders@AmericanMar tyrs.orgor check out our group on LinkedIn.

the lIghthouSe (fka cIrcle of frIendS) We invite you to join us on Friday, October 13, at 7:00pM in the Holy Family House. We follow the Faith and Light guidelines of each month, gathering to pray, sing, do crafts, play games and share a meal as we weave community with other families and friends of people with intellectual disabilities.All are welcome to join us and share in friendship and joy. For more information on Faith and Light, please go to f a i t h a n d l i g h t . o r g . Thank you for supporting our ministry.Questions? Contact Regina Dell'Oro, g o l d c r o m s @ g m a i l . c o m

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no coffee & donutS today

NEXT WEEK: ameRiCan maRtyRs sChool will serve Coffee & Donuts in St. Kateri after the 7aM, 8aM, and 9:30aM Masses.

a.M.c. SenIorS Join us Tuesday, October 10, at 1:00pM in the Parish House for the monthly meeting. New members are always welcome!ministRy ContaCts: Dee, 424-257-8719 or Magda, 323-469-0577

MotherS of young chIldren Wednesday, October 11 9:30–11:00aM, Holy Family HouseMOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies through pre-school aged children in American Martyrs Parish. Whether you're a first time mom or you come with a brood, we welcome you! Bring your parenting questions, your prayer intentions, and your children for playtime and fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment.Our guest speaker will be Lauren, founder and owner of Art 2 Grow On who will speak to us about how technology influences our Toddlers. ministRy ContaCts: Joanie Chapman, 914-393-4999 or Joanne Rees, 831-320-9828 | m o y c @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Want to Win a New 2017 Jeep Wrangler?How About $5,000 cash?

Buy your Lucky 21 tickets today, on sale after all Masses, in the Parish Office or

download an order form at w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g .CONGRATULATIONS! We congratulate the prize winners from our October 1st Early Bird drawing who will also be fully entered in the main raffle for a new 2017 Jeep Wrangler and other great cash prizes.$100 Gas Card Winners John Schueller • Herman GrupenhagenTwo Lucky 21 Tickets Winners Catherine Strauss • Elizabeth Diels

Want to join the winner’s circle? Buy your tickets today!Please support American Martyrs church, school, SRE and outreach programs by participating in one of the year’s biggest fundraisers.Your Lucky 21 Co-Chairs, Mike and Sara Kersey, L u c k y 2 1 @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g , Gia Esposito, Kerry Thelen, & Eloise O’Donnell

Vehicle color and options may vary from this photo.Winner responsible for tax, licensing & registration.

Dorothy Higi, Papal Honoree

On September 3rd, I was able to rejoice with my friend and our great ministry leader as Archbishop Gomez presented Dorothy Higi with the highest Papal Honor bestowed on the laity in the Church. It is the "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice" Award, loosely translated "For the Church and the Pope."This honor is reserved for lay leaders in the Service of our Church. Dorothy has been a gift in the service of American Martyrs, and beyond our own parish. I am so grateful that Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, bestowed this honor on our friend. All of us in our American Martyrs Family congratulate you and thank your for all you have done and are doing in ministry. We love you. God bless you Fr. John Barry


StePhen MInIStry deacon dIck & PattI WIllIaMS, 310-545-8244

Are you caring for your vineyard?People who care for others often forget to care for themselves. But if we don’t care for ourselves, we won’t have the energy, stamina and patience we need to help the ones we love.If you’re a caregiver who could use some attention yourself, or someone struggling with a crisis in life, let a Stephen Minister help you. A Stephen Minister is a confidential partner who meets with you weekly to help you process the challenge in your life. Are you ready to care for yourself? Leave a message on our Stephen Ministry confidential phone line at 310-545-8244. Deacon Dick and Patti Williams will meet with you to explore whether a Stephen Minister may be a good fit for you.

begInnIng agaIn - SeParated or dIvorcedOur group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, October 17, from 7:00-9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Adaptation."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651

PaStoral care

all are WelcoMe at aMerIcan MartyrS We lovingly welcome those in the LGBTQ community and their families for support and faith sharing.Join us in the Sacred Heart House on the second Thursday of each month for friendship, fun and community. Our next meeting is Thursday, October 12 at 7:30pM.

“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works!” Ps 139

ContaCt: Deacon Dick Williams, [email protected]

Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodIn light of the recent natural disasters and the upwelling of community support, I've heard the phrase "That restores my faith in humanity" a little too often. I guess I never lost my faith in the human ability to react compassionately about someone's suffering.The word community has also come up a lot recently in news stories connected with the natural disasters and also in conversations with friends. I applaud all the people who stepped up to help their neighbors during the hurricanes and the earthquake in Mexico and all the people across the country who contributed money and goods to help the survivors. These community efforts usually get the headlines, as they should. But there are many more efforts, somewhat more focused, that unify the community closer to us.Two examples come to mind. First, we heard of a parishioner who collects used bicycles throughout the year. He refurbishes them and delivers them to our sister parish at Christmas. This is one person on a personal mission to help children who are less fortunate.Another example came to my attention over a dinner with friends. They are involved in an exercise group outside of our parish. One of the participants made it known that she was about to start cancer treatments and would not be attending some of the regular exercise sessions. There was concern all around and most people knew that a

consequence of the treatment would be hair loss. So they came up with a support plan. There were members who had a talent for knitting and they plan to knit caps for the afflicted person with one cap ready after each of the treatments. There were also several who were good at decorating the caps with pins

and other embellishments. They also got involved.These are two examples of a stewardship way of life. There was no headline news, no recognition from government officials, just a personal feeling that they did something to help a fellow human being.I'm sure we all wish we could do something on a heroic scale; but in reality our efforts are sometimes better applied in smaller ways. Stewardship requires us to share our gifts and maybe in sharing our gifts we should remember the adage "Think globally, act locally."

Please contact us at [email protected], with questions or comments about Stewardship.

Commission Chair: Matt King S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

SteWardShIPtime talent treasure Are You a “Visionary Person”?

Would you like to help design and install the Liturgical Environment for the Christmas Season?

If you are interested please come to share ideas at a meeting with the Environment team.

Tuesday, October 24 7:30PM, in the church

QueStionS? Margaret Davis, 310-291-8409 or Maryann Nash, 310-245-2706



Matthew 25 collects items for its outreach ministries around LA. You may leave these items at the lockers at the bottom of the stairs in the parking garage. (Gently used or new items please)• 16oz. or larger plastic food containers with lids• Clothing and shoes for women, babies and children• Men's shoes, jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, socks &

belts• Small travel-size toiletries • Clean backpacks, blankets and sleeping bags

No other items are accepted. Do not leave household goods, electronics or toys; donate these to Goodwill instead. Thank you!

Come be with us for a few hours as we share in the joy of Exceptional Kids with Special Needs and Gifts.

EKPTO Halloween Dance Friday, October 27

6:30-9:00PM

South Bay Adult School 3401 Inglewood Avenue, Redondo Beach

$1.00 Donation at Door | Refreshments $.50 each All Exceptional Dancers 14 years and older welcome.

Volunteers are invited to help beginning at 5:30pM with decorating, food, securing a safe environment, or dancing.

Or come to be with the kids; they know we are there for them.

Questions: Lee Dolley, l d o l l e y 1 @ v e r i z o n . n e t

Commission Chair: Jim Kaltsas S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Matthew 25 meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00pM. check the Parish calendar for location. Join us to see how you can get involved in service!

M25 outreach - St. laWrence of brIndISI Please join Matthew 25 on Saturday, October 14, at St. Lawrence of Brindisi to feed the homeless and needy in the community. Volunteers meet at O'Donnell Hall at 8:00aM to prepare sandwich

meals and then carpool to distribute these meals at St. Lawrence.Donations of clothing, hygiene and toiletry products are desperately needed for this project (bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes.)RoCkin' ReadeRs slb joins us to read to the small children present with their parents. Volunteers are welcome to bring/donate books, and also to read to the children.To volunteer or to donate items contact: Jim Quilliam at j i m q u i l l i a m @ o u t l o o k . c o m .

lIfe & faMIly MInIStry “Society as a whole must respect, defend and

promote the dignity of every human person, at every moment and in every condition of that person's life.”

– St. John Paul II, The Gospel of Life

As a way to celebrate Respect Life Month 2017, please see the details on the back page of this bulletin. baby bottle FundRaiseR

RosaRy PRoCession to shRine oF the unboRn - TODAYColleCtion to suPPoRt the staR house Weekend of October 28-29

We are all called to be saints. And we are called to make saints!

This Respect Life Month, we are remembering saints who were fed by prayer, heard the call, and answered it to become missionary disciples. They built the kingdom of God in their midst. Sts. Ann and JoachimThey were regular parents. But they raised Mary, the greatest saint of all time, and they were the grandparents of Jesus! Their ministry was to be holy parents and to live their vocation.

Interested in the work of the Life and Family Ministry? Contact Steven Perry at L i f e a n d Fa m i l y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Pope Francis asks us to care for the Earth and its occupants. One way we are putting his words into

action is to, for the second year in a row,

"Green the Parish Fair." Stop by the Go Green Booth to learn about

what AMC is doing to "Go Green." The Social Justice and Outreach Commission and the

Creation Care Team are working so you can learn some simple steps families can use to take care of the

environment. At the Fair, look for the waste sorting stations to lessen the landfill load and at the dinner,

recycle your bottles and cans.Go Green!!

If you are interested in supporting this effort, contact Tony Fadale, 310-413-7754 | f a d a l e a n t h o n y @ g m a i l . c o m


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Sunday'S readIngS In context - bIble Study Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9:00Pm, with John D'Isacco

Spirituality CenterWe offer parishioners the opportunity to study the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday. Most importantly, we focus on the spiritual significance of the Scriptures. This is God's Word to us.

To participate online:h t t p s : / / j o i n . f r e e c o n f e r e n c e c a l l . c o m / j o h n d i s a c c o

Call (712) 770-4147 ~ Access Code: 551764 ~ Log in at 7:20pm

ministRy ContaCt: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302

Contemplative PrayerEvery Tuesday 7:30-8:30Pm

Spirituality Center, St. Joseph’s Chapel (please use Pacific/side entrance)

“The Psalms: the Prayer of Jesus and Our Song Today”Through November 14

Jesus prayed the Psalms. So do we. The Psalms describe the fears, anguish and despair, the heartfelt longing, and the ultimate deliverance and gratitude of the people of God. Today we pick up the printed Word of God and hold it in our hands. In the time of Jesus, chant, song and spoken word facilitated memorization of the Psalms as shared by the people of God.Since the beginning of time, humanity has lived the polarities of life. Our lives today are noisy and complicated. God speaks into the complex circumstances of our lives. In the universal bond of unbroken silence, we are reminded that the Love of God continues to reign in our hearts and over all things bright and beautiful What do we do? Very simply, we begin with a brief reading, followed by two 20-minute periods of silent prayer, pray together “Our Father,” and close with brief Benedictine night prayer.Join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! Newcomers are always welcome. ministRy ContaCt: Donna Ennis 310-941-1349

"Come unto me, all you who labor, and I will give you rest.'' Matthew 11:28

Infant baPtISM PreParatIon Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs Church.Next class is TONIGHT, October 8 at 7:00PM in St. Kateri.For information and schedule of classes, go online to w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g | Sacraments | Baptism.Questions: Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 424-327-9610 or d e a c o n f r e d @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

RCIA Upcoming Topics Learn More About Our Catholic Faith

Whether you are seeking your sacraments or simply want to learn more about our Catholic Faith, all are welcome to explore the richness of our Catholic Tradition. October 11 What is the Liturgy: The Celebration of the Paschal Mystery October 18 Tour of the Church (RCIA meets in the church this night) November 1 A Vast Company of Witnesses - The Communion of Saints

November 8 Heaven and Hell Meetings are Wednesday, 7:30 -9:00 in St. Kateri.For more information, contact: Terri Brown, t b r o w n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Deacon Derek, d b r o w n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

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Saturday, November 4, 2017Registration: 8:00am Retreat: 9:00am-3:30pm

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TicketsIndividual: $57 For One Plus Guest: $76

For InformationAnnette [email protected]

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American Martyrs624 15th Street Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Local ContactAmerican Martyrs (424) 327-9671 [email protected]



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SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Evaluate playgrounds for safetyBefore you let a child enjoy the playground, it is important to check the safety features of the park or playground area. Make sure children are using height-appropriate swings, slides and ladders. Equipment should be mounted on shock-absorbent materials and not hard surfaces, and children should be able to move easily between equipment.For a copy of the VIRTUS© article “Playground Safety,” visit ht t p : / /w w w . l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g / o r g / p r o t e c t i n g / P a g e s / V I R T U S - C u r r e n t -O n l i n e -Ar t i c l e s. a s px or call 213-637-7508.For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

faMIlIeS In faIth Join our wonderful team of catechists Be one of the wonderful men and women who share their faith with the young people of our parish. Can you give an hour in the afternoon or Sunday morning to bring children closer to Jesus? Talented, loving people like you would be a great addition to our SRE program.For further information contact Patti Williams, Director of Religious Education, p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

SRE Registration is online! Re-registration for returning students and new students for 2017-2018 is available on the Families in Faith Website.

diReCtoR oF Religious eduCation: Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

youth MInIStry toDay, October 8 - sealeD. 2 Session 2 3:30-6:30PM, st. kateri Sacraments of Initiation: Class includes instruction, small group, and 5:00pM Mass in the Church.

sunDay, October 15 - sealeD. 1 Session 2 3:30-6:30PM, st. kateri I AM: The Existence of God: Class includes instruction, small group, and 5:00pM Mass in the Church.sunDay, October 15 - liFe nigHt #1 All High School teens are invited to join us for 5:00pM Mass and then Life Night after Mass in St. Kateri.contactS: Monica Leon, m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Nick Waggoner, n w a g g o n e r @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

faIth enrIchMent & Prayer grouPS

When we pray, we join a steady stream of prayer that began more than 2,000 years ago. With our world around us constantly in a state of flux, there is a special grace in knowing there is a place that is sacred and unchanging, a place where we can go to be renewed in the love that is ours by way of God’s grace.We all have gifts differing. There are many pathways to prayer.

BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pM contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Sunday Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30aM

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pM, contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING Monday, 9:00-11:00aM contact: Joanne Dispoto, j o d i s p o t o @ g m a i l . c o m | 310-344-5833SILENT MEDITATION Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) contact: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651 SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125

SCHOOL STUDENT NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICYThe school, mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students regardless of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, medical condition, sex, or national and/or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies and practices, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs, although certain athletic leagues and other programs may limit participation and some archdiocesan schools operate as single sex schools.While the school does not discriminate against students with special needs, a full range of services may not always be available to them. Decisions concerning the admission and continued enrollment of a student in the school are based upon the student’s emotional, academic, and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the student’s needs.


relIgIouS educatIon 310-546-47341701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diReCtoR, Religious eduCation Patti Williams p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gdiReCtoR, youth ministRy Monica Leon m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gdiReCtoR, sunday PResChool Kristen Holleran [email protected]

adMInIStratIve Staff

business manageRBob Hodges

424-327-9630 bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

Community seRviCes & FaCilitiesBob Visty r v ist y@AmericanMar t yrs.orgevents manageRTraci Britton tbr i tton@AmericanMar t yrs.orgFinanCe diReCtoRPattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.orglituRgy & WoRshiPMonica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.orgmusiC diReCtoRBill Svarda 310-640-8505PaRish CommuniCationsAnne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.orgPaRish steWaRdshiPJenny Attanasio

424-327-9605jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

PastoRal CenteR administRatoRDottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.orgPlant manageRTony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.orgteChnologyScott Dixon sdixon@AmericanMar t yrs.orgWelCome CenteR & volunteeRsLou Anne Cappiello

424-327-9660l cappiel lo@AmericanMar t yrs.org

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PastoRal CounCil PResident Tim Kidder

pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FinanCe CounCil ChaiR J.J. Turkmanny

[email protected]

PrIeStS and deaconS

msgR John baRRy 310-545-5651

FR. Joe kammeReR f r joe@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FR. RiCk PRindle f r r ick@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon ChRis amantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon deRek bRoWn dbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon FRed Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon diCk Williams dwil l iams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerIcan MartyrS School 310-545-8559 | fax 310-546-72191701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

PRinCiPal, Camryn Friel, Ed.D. A M S @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

aMerIcan MartyrS PreSchool 310-802-81491705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diReCtoR, Mara Zepeda m z e p e d a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

contact InforMatIon & reSourceS

keeping a close eye on the progress ofParish Centerconstruction

Fr. John,and his AMS inspectors...



Beyond our Parish

A Sign Language Interpreter is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-528-9024.Casa De Los Angelitos Maternity Home, 310-325-820824 Hour Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELPARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE, 800-355-2545VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY, Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650

JOIN US AS WE WORK TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS IN THE SOUTH BAYHouse of Yahweh in Lawndale has been serving the poor and needy in the South Bay for over 35 years. We provide daily food outreach services to more than 340 families/week at our facility, plus emergency transitional housing, referral services, and operate two fundraising vintage/thrift stores. We urgently need your help to continue these vital services to assist those in need in OUR OWN COMMUNITY! Donations of time, talent, and treasures are greatly appreciated! HOY is a tax-exempt non-profit and all donations are tax deductible.ContaCt: Angie Pacheco, Executive Director, at 310-675-9671 or by email at a p a c h e c o @ h o y - s o u t h b a y. o r g to assist in this worthy cause

gyM, fIeld & athletIcS Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 | l s e l s k y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

seniors exercise - Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am (no charge) 30 min. senior aerobics / 30 min. senior yoga. Always go at your own pace; the class is run by CD, not an instructor. Come have some fun with us!WoMen's volleyBall Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00-10:00am All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional; Thursdays are free play. Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]

Men’s anD WoMen’s coeD volleyBall Tuesday, 8:00-10:00pm Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 | johnwargnier@AmericanMar t yrs.org

gyM contact: Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 or l s e l s k y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

gyM & fIeld reServatIonS: Contact Pat Breen, Gym Committee Chair, G y m @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

the Parish Fair is cOming!!

AT THE SERVICE OF THE FAMILY FOR LIFE! - MARYCREST MANORMarycrest Manor, a not-for-profit, 57 bed skilled nursing facility for the elderly, is now hiring licensed vocational nurses and

certified nursing assistants. It is located at the top of the Culver Crest neighborhood offering a panoramic view and serene setting. The Carmelite Sisters are inviting qualified individuals to apply; please call Luz at 310-838-2778 x200.

Knight of a

Thousand Talents

A Fundraiser Show for the Bishop Montgomery Music Program to perform in Japan.

Where: St. Lawrence Martyr Hall, Redondo Beach 1950 S. Prospect Ave., Redondo Beach

When: Saturday, November 11th, 6:00-10:00 PM

Show your support for this once in a lifetime trip by joining us for a night of amazing performances, tasty food, libations,

silent auction, raffles, and fun for only $10/person!!!

Tickets available at the door or

through Wendy Bell at [email protected].

Interested in performing?

Contact David Herrera at [email protected]

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