The Church of Saint Mark

CHURCH OF SAINT MARK
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 2, 2016
Fr. Paul Spellman, Pastor
Fr. Michael Tang, In Residence
Deacon Joseph Girard
940 Coeur d’Alene Ave., Venice, CA 90291 Phone: (310) 821-5058
E-mail:[email protected] · website:www.st-mark.net
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Closed 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sunday Masses:
Saturday: (Vigil) 5:30pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am
12 noon (Spanish) & 5:30pm
Daily Masses:
Monday - Saturday 8:00am
Holy Day Masses: 8:00am, 12:15pm and
7:00pm (Bilingual)
Eucharistic
Adoration :
First Monday of each month
8:30am to 8:30pm
Confessions:
Saturday 4:30 - 5:15pm
Baptism:
3rd weekend of each month.
Please contact the rectory office.
Marriage:
6 months notice is required.
Please contact the rectory office.
Anointing of
The Sick:
Sacrament for the sick is celebrated
upon request. Please contact the
rectory office.
Holy Eucharist
for the Sick:
Communion is given upon request.
Please contact the rectory office.
Parish Staff
Maintenance
Rectory Care
Church Care
Secretary
Secretary
Bookkeeper
Liturgy
Altar Servers
Altar Society
Eucharistic Ministry:
In Church
To the Sick (Eng)
In Church
To the Sick (Sp)
Ministry of the Word
English
Spanish
Wedding Coord.
Quinceañera Coord.
Music
Music Director
Adult Choir
Spanish Choir
Organist/Pianist
Ushers
Parish School
Principal
Secretary
Secretary
Religious Education
Director
Office Secretary
Confirmation
R.C.I.A.
Parish Organization
Bereavement Ministry
Guadalupanas
Knights of Columbus
Power House of Prayer
Prayer Group (Esp)
Legion of Mary
Pastoral Council
Young Adult
St. Vincent de Paul
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry (Eng)
Youth Ministry (Sp)
Antonio Rodriguez ...... 821-5058
Sandra Perez .............. 821-5058
Catalina Blasi .............. 821-5058
Gabriela Bravo ............ 821-5058
Blanca Meza ............... 821-5058
Joe Stockemer….…….821-5058
Joan Horne.................. 463-9017
Chris Putziger.............. 396-3265
MaryAnn Long...……..717-2645
Fr. Paul Spellman ....... 821-5058
Romeo Santos………..720-0084
Ofelia Gonzalez .......... 306-8768
Brittany Git .................. 821-5058
Erick Yela .................... 463-9080
Gabriela Bravo ............ 821-5058
Gabriela Bravo ............ 821-5058
Maeve Cummings ....... 902-0109
Valerie Vinnard ... 323-804-7720
Alex Venegas ...... 213-675-0564
Mark Balling…………..390-3646
Steve Gunning (Eng) .. 306-9035
Mary Ann McQueen .... 821-6612
Mary Ann Welchhance 821-6612
Maria Donaldson...…...821-6612
Judy Girard…..822-1201 ext 249
Maria Acosta...822-1201 ext 250
Edwin Ambrosio822-1201ext 248
Susan Lewis…822-1201 ext 247
Fritz Hirt....................... 827-1585
Isaias Flores ................ 391-5085
Steve Gunning ............ 306-9035
Barbara Kennedy ........ 823-9387
Javier Hernandez ........ 702-7929
Lorene Ross……...…..306-2796
Tom Suchy. ................. 821-5058
[email protected]
…………………….424-272-1629
…………………………822-1201
Fernando Guzman…..702-7701
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Mark Church
October 2, 2016
FROM OUR PASTOR
Pastor’s Corner
We have six Sundays left before the U.S.
general election, a crucial one for the future of our
country and the whole planet. Competing politicians offer very different visions of what the future
should be.
The word of God offers us a vision of a
proper future, too, one that rarely gets the attention
of the media or general public. Our challenge is to
figure out how to vote in light of the divine vision
of reality rather than basing our vote on ideology
or mere self-interest. We have a responsibility to
help one another face this challenge. Our task is
not to tell one another which candidates to support,
but help each other discern the issues from a Christian perspective.
No we do not endorse individual candidates, but we must address and understand the issues. And the issues are many. For example, this
Sunday is designated as Respect Life Sunday in
the United States. Most people think this is just
about the abortion issue, but there are many other
pro-life issues to consider: end-of-life, medical
ethics, people with disabilities, medical care for
the poor, and perhaps the most important pro-life
issue: global climate change.
If you are interested in gaining a broad perspective on the moral issues at stake in this election season, two basic resources can be useful
guides. One is a statement from the U.S. bishops
titled Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. It should be available online at
www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/faithfulcitizenship/index.cfm
The other resource is one that reflects the
teaching of Pope Francis on certain issues: A Revolution of Tenderness: A 2016 Election Pope Francis Voter Guide, can be downloaded from https://
popefrancis16.com/2016/03/17/about.
As Christian Catholics, our job is to know
the issues and vote in an informed way that reflects
the values of the Gospel as they apply to life today.
Do your homework and have a blessed week!
La Esquina del Párroco
Faltan seis domingos antes de las elecciones
generales de Estados Unidos, una elección crucial
para el futuro de nuestro país y del planeta entero. La
competencia entre los políticos ofrece visiones muy
diferentes de lo que debería ser el futuro.
La palabra de Dios nos ofrece una visión de
un futuro adecuado, también, uno que raramente llama la atención de los medios de comunicación o del
público Nuestro desafío es averiguar cómo votar a la
luz de la visión divina en vez de basar nuestro voto
sobre ideología o simple interés propio. Tenemos una
responsabilidad de ayudarnos el uno con el otro a
enfrentar este desafío. Nuestra tarea no es decir uno
al otro a que candidatos apoyar, pero uno a ayudar a
discernir las cuestiones desde una perspectiva cristiana.
No nosotros no apoyamos a candidatos en lo
individual, pero debemos abordar y comprender los
temas. Y los temas son muchos. Por ejemplo, este
domingo es designado como en los Estados Unidos
como Domingo de Respeto a la Vida. Mucha gente
piensa que esto es sólo la cuestión del aborto, pero
hay muchos otros temas pro-vida a considerar: ética
médica, final de la vida, personas con discapacidad,
atención médica para los pobres y quizás el tema más
importante de la vida: el cambio climático global.
Si usted está interesado en obtener una amplia perspectiva sobre las cuestiones morales en juego en esta temporada de elecciones, dos recursos básicos pueden ser guías útiles. Uno es una declaración
de los obispos de los Estados Unidos titulada formando la conciencia para ser ciudadanos fieles. Que
debe estar disponible en línea en www.usccb.org/
issues-and-action/faithful-citizenship/index.cfm
El otro recurso es el que refleja la enseñanza
del Papa Francisco sobre ciertas cuestiones: una Revolución de la Ternura: un elección 2016 Papa Francis Guía del Votante, puede descargarse de https://
popefrancis16.com/2016/03/17/about.
Como cristianos católicos, nuestro trabajo es
conocer las cuestiones y votar de manera informada
que refleja los valores del evangelio que se apliquen
a la vida hoy. ¡Hagan su tarea y que tengan una semana bendecida!
Father Michael Tang
Padre Michael Tang
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Mark Church
SPIRITUAL LIFE
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
October 2, 2016
SPIRITUAL LIFE
ST. MARK FALL FUN STREET FEST & CARNIVAL
The St. Mark Fall Fun Street Fest and Carnival is coming up,
Saturday, October 15 from 12pm to 8pm. It will be an funfilled afternoon of music, food trucks, carnival games and
rides perfect for all ages. Please note, parking will be limited for the 4:30pm confessions and 5:30pm mass.
LEGION OF MARY
The Legion of Mary is in need of new Members. We bring
communion to 2 nursing homes and people who are not able
to come to church. One member teaches a religious education
class for children who are 3-5 years of age. We also go door
to door to take a censes for our church and encourage people
to come back to the church. You may already be doing this
work. Come join the Legion of Mary. We meet on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm in the school. For more information
please call Lorene Ross at 310-306-2796.
The Knights of Columbus is honored to facilitate the St. Mark
Parish Annual Picnic next Sunday, October 9th at Chevron
Park in El Segundo from 12 - 4pm. Come and celebrate with
the entire Saint Mark Community and bring your favorite dish
or dessert to share! The Knights of Columbus will provide
plenty of hamburgers, hotdogs and soft drinks.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED
The Marina Hospital is in need of part time Eucharistic Ministers who are available to take communion to the sick and help
cover the Monday through Friday Ministers when needed. If
you are interested, or for more information, please contact
Carolyn Griswold at 310-821-9862.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Gal 1:6-12; Ps 111:1b-2, 7-9, 10c;
Lk 10:25-37
Tuesday:
Gal 1:13-24; Ps 139:1b-3, 13-15;
Lk 10:38-42
Wednesday: Gal 2:1-2, 7-14; Ps 117:1bc, 2;
Lk 11:1-4
Thursday:
Gal 3:1-5; Lk 1:69-75; Lk 11:5-13
Friday:
Gal 3:7-14; Ps 111:1b-6; Lk 11:15-26
Saturday:
Gal 3:22-29; Ps 105:2-7; Lk 11:27-28
Sunday:
2 Kgs 5:14-17; Ps 98:1-4; 2 Tm 2:8-13;
Lk 17:11-19
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes:
The Knight's of Columbus is also sponsoring a Pala Casino
bus trip fund raiser on Saturday, October 22nd. The event
costs $25 and includes $5 in gambling money, drinks and
food, and the bus. The bus will leave St Mark at 9:30 am and
will return around 7:00 pm. Reservations are required. Contact Terry Ballentine at 310-351-9743 for more information.
Steve Gunning, Grand Knight
310-306-9035
Gal 1:6-12; Sal 111 (110):1b-2, 7-9, 10c;
Lc 10:25-37
Martes:
Gal 1:13-24; Sal 139 (138):1b-3, 13-15;
Lc 10:38-42
Miércoles: Gal 2:1-2, 7-14; Sal 117 (116):1bc, 2;
Lc 11:1-4
Jueves:
Gal 3:1-5; Lc 1:69-75; Lc 11:5-13
Viernes:
Gal 3:7-14; Sal 111 (110):1b-6; Lc 11:15-26
Sábado:
Gal 3:22-29; Sal 105 (104):2-7; Lc 11:27-28
Domingo: 2 Re 5:14-17; Sal 98 (97):1-4; 2 Tim 2:8-13;
Lc 17:11-19
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Mark Church
October 2, 2016
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Family Prayer and Orientation
Religious Education elementary families will gather for prayer and orientation next Saturday October 8 at 9am in church.
We pray with them for the light of God’s grace in their lives.
Sat. Oct 8
Sun. Oct 9
RCIA Inquiry
Sessions of inquiry into membership in the Catholic Church
and the Sacraments of Initiation continue each Wednesday at
6:30pm in the Religious Education Office in the school.
Please call to let us know you are coming 310-822-1201.
5:30pm Msgr. John Morales
7:30am Fr. Tom King
9:00am Fr. Thomas Rausch, S.J.
10:30am Fr. Roderic Guerrini
12:00pm Fr. Alidor Mikobi
5:30pm Msgr. John Morales
New Bible Study
A study of the Old Testament Book of Sirach is now beginning each Monday evening at 7pm in the school. Come join
this important look into the gift of wisdom and its value for
each of us today.
Adult Confirmation
Registration is now open for any adult who has been baptized
Catholic, has received First Communion, but is not yet confirmed. Sessions will be held in January and February. Confirmation will be celebrated at St. Mark in the spring. Please
call the Religious Education Office for information and registration at 310-822-1201.
This Week at St. Mark’s Oct 3 - Oct 9, 2016
Mon. 8:00am Mass - Church
Meditation Group 6:30pm - School
Bible Study 7:00pm - School
Spanish Leaders 7:00pm - School
Tues. 8:00am Mass - Church
Wed. 8:00am Mass - Church
RCIA 6:30pm - School
Legion of Mary 6:30pm - School
Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm - Church
Thurs. 8:00am Mass - Church
Spanish Prayer Group 7:00pm - Church
Spanish Youth Group 7:00pm - School
Fri.
8:00am School Mass - Church
Sat.
8:00am Mass - Church
RE Grades 1-6 9:00am - School
Confessions 4:30pm - 5:15pm - Church
Sun.
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mass Times: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am,
12:00pm (Spanish) 5:30pm - Church
Children’s Liturgy 9:00am - Church & School
Early Childhood 9:00am - School
Parish Picnic 12-4pm - Chevron Park
Sat.
Sun.
Oct 1
Oct 2
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
Oct 3
Oct 4
Oct 5
Oct 6
Oct 7
Oct 8
5:30pm Inez Watson †
7:30am Holy Spirit
9:00am Clydelyn Strozer †
10:30am Jane Harriet Pennisi†
12:00pm Guadualupanas
5:30pm Ana Marina de Gateazoro†
8:00am Joe Miles †
8:00am Rudaciano Avila
8:00am Juana Martinez
8:00am Clydelyn Strozer †
8:00am Holy Spirit
8:00am Clydelyn Strozer †
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — In spite of violence, destruction, and ruin,
the just person, because of faith, will live (Habakkuk 1:2-3;
2:2-4).
Psalm — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts
(Psalm 95).
Second Reading — Bear hardship with the strength that
comes from God (2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14).
Gospel — Lord, increase our faith! (Luke 17:5-10).
LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — A pesar de la violencia, la destrucción y
la ruina, el justo vivirá a causa de su fe (Habacuc 1:2-3; 2:24).
Salmo — Señor, que no seamos sordos a tu voz (Salmo 95
[94]).
Segunda lectura — Tolera dificultades con la fuerza que
viene de Dios (2 Timoteo 1:6-8, 13-14).
Evangelio — Señor, auméntanos la fe! (Lucas 17:5-10).
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Mark Church
SAFE GUARD THE CHILDREN
October 2, 2016
SCHOOL NEWS
Bystander engagement is critical to combat child abuse
There are far too many cases in which a child is too scared to
report abuse, and the adults around him or her do not understand the signs of abuse or too afraid to speak up. Bystanders
have more power than they know, especially when it comes to
reporting abuse and protecting children. Young adults don’t
always have the opportunity or the courage to speak up for
themselves, and the adults around them have a duty to help
out when they can. For a copy of the VIRTUS® article
“Bystander Engagement – Primary Prevention of a Different
Sort,” email [email protected] or call 213-6377227.
For particular help you may call Suzanne Healy, director of
Assistance Ministry at (213) 637-7650 or Helene Hickey at
310-821-6612.
PROTEGIENDO A LOS NINOS
El involucramiento de testigos es importante para combatir el abuso infantil
Hay demasiados casos en los que un niño está tan asustado/a
para reportar abuso, y los adultos a su alrededor no entienden
las señales de abuso o tienen mucho temor de hablar. Los espectadores tienen más poder de lo que ellos mismos creen,
especialmente cuando se trata de reportar abuso y proteger a
los niños. Los adultos jóvenes no siempre tienen la oportunidad o la valentía de hablar por sí mismos, y los adultos a su
alrededor tienen la obligación de ayudar cuando puedan. Para
una copia del artículo de VIRTUS® “Bystander Engagement
– Primary Prevention of a Different Sort” (Involucramiento de
espectadores, prevención primaria de distinto tipo) envíe un
correo electrónico a [email protected] o llame al
(213) 637-7508.
Para obtener ayuda puede llamar a Suzanne Healy, directora
del Ministerio de Ayuda al (213) 637-7650 o llame a Helene
Hickey 310-821-6612.
ST. MARK FALL FUN STREET FEST & CARNIVAL
Please join us for the
St. Mark Fall Fun Street Fest and Carnival
Saturday, October 15 from 12pm to 8pm.
Bring family and friends out for a fun-filled afternoon of
music, food trucks, carnival games and rides
perfect for all ages.
We’re excited to have Koji, the Venice Whaler, El Segundo
Brewing Company and Stuffed Crepe joining us!
For Early Bird prices, you can purchase your tickets now
at the school website: stmarkschool.com
or buy them at the door!
Price options include:
Early Bird:
$35: Entrance and Unlimited Ride Wristband
$15: 3 Ride-only Ticket
$3: Festival Entrance Only Ticket
Day-Of Pricing
$45: Entrance and Unlimited Ride Wristband
$25: 3 Ride-only Ticket
$5: Festival Entrance Only Ticket
For more information, please contact the school at
310-821-6612.
Please note: Parking will be limited for
4:30pm Confessions and 5:30pm Mass.