1523 Golden Gate Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 664

1523 Golden Gate Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 664

Presentation
of the Lord
February 2, 2014
Parish Office: (323) 664-1305 • Fax: (323) 664-4975
Web Page: www.stfrancisla.org • E-mail: [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Closed Mondays
Priests are available during office hours or by appointment
Pastor: Fr. Rene Juarez, O.F.M.
Associate Pastor: Fr. Vincent Hughes, O.F.M.
Deacon: John Salazar
Receptionist: Liza Alamillo, ext. 10
Director of Religious Education: Vilma Sierra, (323) 662-3345
In case of emergencies where a priest is needed after hours,
please call (323) 664-3002
En caso de emergencia cuando necesite un sacerdote,
por favor llame al (323) 664-3002
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School
Leslie De Leonardis, Principal 323 665-3601 • Fax 323 665-4143
School E-mail: [email protected]
Schedule/Horario
MASS:
English: Sunday 8:00 am, 12:00 pm;
Weekdays: Monday - Saturday, 8:00 am
Saturday Vigil, 5:00 pm
MISA:
Español: Sábados, 7:00 pm
Domingos, 10:00 am
RECONCILIATION:
Saturdays/Sábados 4:00 - 4:45 pm, English/Español
BAPTISMS:
BAUTIZOS:
Please check office for dates and times.
Las fechas y horarios se encuentran en la oficina.
MARRIAGE:
Please register in Office six months before intended date
MATRIMONIO: Favor de registrarse seis meses antes de la fecha deseada
DEVOTIONS:
Taize Contemplative Prayer First Friday, 7:00 pm
Rosary Monday - Saturday after 8:00 am Mass
QUINCEAÑERAS: Favor de registrarse seis meses antes de la fecha
deseada con Vilma Sierra (323) 662-3345.
1523 Golden Gate Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 664-1305
Pastoral Reflection
Reflexión Pastoral
Reflecting on God's Word
Reflexionemos sobre la Palabra de Dios
The Beatitudes can certainly seem illogical and absurd unless we consider the person
who is speaking. It is Jesus, the one who became "lowly and despised" in order to become "our righteousness, our sanctification,
and our redemption." He personified the
anawim to become the true hope of all people. Jesus is the insulted, persecuted one who
relies on God alone; he is also the merciful
peacemaker and source of all blessing.
To the poor, the mourning, the persecuted,
Jesus says, "Everything that you are suffering, I have suffered. God did not abandon
me and I will not abandon you."
To the rich, the powerful, the content, Jesus says, "I shared every blessing I had with
the poor and the lowly, even my life. Do the
same and you too will know God's saving
mercy." To both Jesus says, "Trust in the
Lord of infinite possibilities, who will bless
you with courage and peace and true joy together."
--Virginia Stillwell
Las bienaventuranzas pudieran ciertamente
parecernos ilógicas y absurdas a menos que
consideremos a la persona que nos las dice,
que es Jesús, el cual se hizo “débil” y
“despreciable” para ser nuestra “salvación,
santificación y redención”. Él personificó a
los anawim para convertirse en la esperanza
verdadera para todos los pueblos. Jesús es el
insultado y perseguido que depende sólo en
Dios; él es quien nos ofrece la paz con misericordia y también es él la fuente de toda bendición.
A los pobres, a los afligidos y perseguidos
Jesús les dice: “Todo lo que ustedes sufren, ya
yo lo sufrí. Dios no me abandonó a mí ni yo
los abandonaré a ustedes”. A los ricos y poderosos, a los satisfechos, Jesús les dice: “Yo
compartí todas mis bendiciones y hasta mi vida con los pobres y los humildes. Hagan ustedes lo mismo y conocerán la misericordia
salvífica de Dios”. Y a todos ellos les dice
Jesús: “Confíen en el Señor de las posibilidades infinitas, que los bendecirá con los dones
de la valentía, la paz y el gozo”.
—Virginia Stillwell
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LITURGY COUNCIL
Liturgical Ministry followed by Ministry Coordinators:
HOSPITALITY: Ken Castillo
EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY: Isabel Campos
LECTORS: Ben Mamaril, Sandra Platero
MUSIC MINISTRY: Christine de Leon
ALTAR SERVERS: Victor Veloz
SACRISTAN: Froi Yeneza, Lydia Emnace, Dumas Pineda
CHURCH ENVIRONMENT: Dumas Pineda
CHURCH FLORIST: Greg Llamas and Ellie Miller
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Vilma Sierra
C.C.D. Saturdays R.C.I.A.: Colleen McClure-Morell, Tuesdays, 7pm
R.I.C.A.: Vilma Sierra, Tuesdays, 7pm
YOUTH CONFIRMATION: Saturdays
ACTIVITIES
FILIPINO COMMUNITY: Butch Geraldez
GRUPO de ORACIÓN: Angelita Gomez, Tuesday, 7pm
GUADALUPANOS: Nelfa Salazar, 2do & 4to, Domingo, 12 Noon
HOLY NAME SOCIETY: Dale Benson, 2nd Sun., 8:00 Mass
JESUS is LORD Prayer Group: Lydia Emnace, Thursdays, 7pm
KOREAN SECULAR FRANCISCANS Rosalia Moon, 1st Sunday
SECULAR FRANCISCANS: Terri Foster, 2nd Sunday
SEMILLA DEL REINO: Vilma Sierra, Fri, 7:00 pm (323) 662-3345
YOUTH GROUP
OUTREACH
We welcome your ideas for serving those in need.
COMMUNION TO THE SICK: Freddie Vega & Angelina Morales
AIDS MINISTRY: Renee Stampolis
2 de Febrero de 2014
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TAX Statements: Thank you to all those who
have so generously made donations to our parish
this past year. Statements are available in the parish
office for those need them for tax purposes.
IMPUESTOS: ¡Gracias a todos los que generosamente han hecho donaciones a la parroquia el año
pasado. Las declaraciones están disponibles en la
oficina parroquia para los que las necesitan para
sus impuestos.
TOGETHER IN MISSION
As of 11-30-2013
PARISH GOAL: $22,119
AMOUNT PLEDGED: $23,749
AMOUNT PAID: $14,294
AMOUNT DUE: $7,825
UNIDOS EN MISIÓN
META PARROQUIAL: $22,119
TOTAL PROMETIDO: $23,749
TOTAL PAGADO: $14,294
TODAY'S READINGS
First Reading — There will come to the temple
the LORD whom you seek (Malachi 3:1-4).
Psalm — Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
(Psalm 24).
Second Reading — Jesus had to become like his
brothers and sisters in every way to help the descendants of Abraham (Hebrews 2:14-18).
Gospel — The just and pious Simeon proclaims the
infant Jesus to be a revealing light to the Gentiles, the glory of the people Israel (Luke 2:2240 [22-32]).
LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — Envío a mi mensajero, el mensajero de la alianza; ¿quien se mantendrá en pie?
(Malaquías 3:1-4)
Salmo — El Señor, Dios de los ejércitos: él es el
Rey de la gloria (Salmo 25 [24]).
Segunda lectura — Jesús quien se hizo totalmente humano vino a ayudar a los hijos de Abraham (Hebreos 2:14-18).
Evangelio — El justo y piadoso Simeón proclama
que el niño Jesús es una luz para los gentiles, la
gloria del pueblo de Israel (Lucas 2:22-40 [2232]).
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Living God's Word
The circle of blessing pivots on trust in God. The
Christian community that embraces lowliness will
be a place of blessing both here and in eternity. All
we really need do is to follow our illogical leader,
Jesus, the One whose trust in God brought blessing
to the whole world.
St. Francis Weekly Financial Report
Collection: 1/25-1/26 $4,174.00
Whole Community Catechesis
Question of the week:
What are you doing in order to continue to grow
strong in faith and wisdom?
Question for Children:
Who helps you to grow strong in your faith?
Catequesis de la Comunidad Entera
Pregunta:
¿Qué estás haciendo con el fin de seguir
creciendo y desarrollando en fe y sabiduría?
Readings & Intentions
Monday, 2/3 St. Angela Merici; St. Blaise; St. Ansgar
2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Ps 3:2-7; Mk 5:1-20
8:00 AM - John Paul Velasco (Health)
Tuesday, 2/4
2 Sm 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30- 19:3; Ps 86:1-6; Mk 5:21-43
8:00 PM - John Paul Velasco (Health)
Wednesday, 2/5 St. Agatha
2 Sm 24:2, 9-17; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 6:1-6
8:00 AM - John Paul Velasco (Health); Benjamin Salvador +
Thursday, 2/6 St. Paul Miki and Companions
1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12; 1 Chr 29:10-12; Mk 6:7-13
8:00 AM - John Paul Velasco (Health)
1st Friday, 2/7 St. John Bosco; Chinese New Year 4712
Sir 47:2-11; Ps 18:31, 47, 50, 51; Mk 6:14-29
8:00 AM - Rey Rodriguez (B-day/T-giving)
Felipe II Rodriguez (deceased)
Saturday 2/8 St. Jerome Emiliani; St. Josephine Bakhita
1 Kgs 3:4-13; Ps 119:9-14; Mk 6:30-34
8:00AM - Marilou Ilustrisimo (deceased)
5:00PM - Pro Populo
7:00 PM - Juan Casanova 1yr Death Anniversary
Sunday, 2/9 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 58:7-10; Ps 112:4-9; 1 Cor 2:1-5; Mt 5:13-16
8:00 AM - Vicente Delantero Jr. (B-day)
Jose Mangampo (deceased), Reynaldo Pitpit (deceased)
10:00 AM - Alberto Montes (deceased)
12:00 PM - Austin Ortega +; Mr. Hernando Cruz +
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EVANGELÍZATE
INVITA A JÓVENES Y ADULTOS A
PARTICIPAR EN CURSOS
DE EVANGELIZACIÓN.
Vengan a conocer mas acerca de su fe.
Curso cada Miércoles a las 7PM a partir del 5
Febrero. Las clases serán dadas en los dos salones de la escuela en el estacionamiento de arriba.
Ofrecemos un curso básico y avanzado.
Para más información favor de llamar a la oficina
Educación Religiosa al 323-662-3345 Vilma Sierra.
DID YOU KNOW?
Be aware of hints provided by abused children
Although it has been widely researched that many children do not disclose abuse to anyone until they are adults,
researchers have discovered that some children send out
“test balloons” to see how their information will be received before they fully disclose. An example of a child’s
“test balloon” would be the sudden questioning if “I have
to go to uncle’s?” when their parents are getting ready to
leave for the evening and will leave the child under the
uncle’s care. In every case, the child is looking for a response from parents that indicate an opening for further
discussion. As a guardian, be aware of these hints from
children. For a copy of the article, “The right reaction can
make a difference”, email: [email protected].
¿SABÍA USTED?
Esté al tanto de claves provistas por niños abusados
Aunque ha sido ampliamente investigado que muchos
niños no revelan abuso a nadie hasta que son adultos, investigadores han descubierto que algunos niños envían
“globos de prueba” para ver cómo su información será
recibida antes de revelar todo. Un ejemplo de los “globos
de prueba” de un niño puede ser cuando éste repentinamente pregunta si “¿Debo ir a casa de mi tío?” cuando sus
padres están preparándose para salir una tarde y van a
dejar al niño al cuidado de su tío. En todo caso, el niño
está buscando por una respuesta de sus padres que indique
una apertura para mayor discusión. Como guardián, permanezca atento/a a esas pistas provistas por los niños.
Para solicitar el artículo “The right reaction can make a
difference” (La reacción correcta puede hacer la diferencia), escriba a [email protected].
Do you like singing and wish to participate more
actively at mass? You are invited to join the
choir. Choir rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings
at 8pm in the church- after the Novena to Our Lady
of Perpetual Help. If interested, please leave your
contact information at the parish office, or come to
the rehearsal.
Stateline Casino
2-15-2014
6am-11pm
Free Buffet
$30.00
For more information/
Para mas información llame
Luis Sanchez 323 630-7258
Lorenza Soto 323 614-3817
Confirmation Classes
English Confirmation classes for Adults will
begin on 2/20/14. Please call the parish office
to register.
Preparación para la Confirmación/
Primera Comunión
La preparación para los adultos mayores de 18
años que quieren recibir el Sacramento de la
Confirmación comenzara el Jueves, 20 de Febrero
a las 7pm. Para mas información llame a
Vilma Sierra 323 662-3345.
Confirmation Classes in Spanish
Spanish Confirmation classes for adults will begin
on 2-20-14. Please call Vilma Sierra to register
(323) 662-3345.
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Formation Classes
Adult Formation classes will begin
February 13th at 10:00am and at
7pm in Saint Clare's Center. The
7pm classes with have two components to it. Beginners will have
classes dealing with the Bible from
Genesis to Jesus and the advance
classes will be on Catholicism. We
encourage all adults and young
families to sign up for these
classes.
MARDI GRAS PARISH DINNER
Parish Retreat
On February 22, from 8:30AM—5:00PM, there
will be a retreat for all the ministers of our parish
in the Poverello Retreat house in San Fernando.
This retreat is also for all those wishing to join a
ministry. Forms will be distributed to all ministers by the heads of ministries. These forms and
the $20 donation need to be returned to Liza in
the parish office by February 15.
The retreat will be lead by Ernesto Vega & his
team from the Adult Education of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Those who needs carpool please call the parish
office or meet at the middle parking lot at 8am.
PLEASE BE IN TIME. Maps with driving directions are also available in the parish office for
those who need them.
RETREAT ADDRESS:
POVERELLO OF ASSISI RETREAT HOUSE
ADDRESS: 1519 WOODWORTH ST.
SAN FERNANDO, CA 91341
SAVE THE DATE
March 2, 2014
Sunday — 4:00PM
$14.00 adults
$8.00 children (12 and under)
Get ready for a Pre-Lenten gathering.
Enjoy a parish dinner with the main
meal being Gumbo. A fun evening
with authentic Cajun food,
Cajun music, fellowship,
dancing and door prizes.
A New Orleans EXPERIENCE!!!
Charlas para la familia:
Iglesia San Francisco de Asís
Pastoral familiar
Invita a todas las familias
as su conferencia mensual
“Espiritualidad del matrimonio
fuente del descubrir su amor
Con la presencia de Cristo
En sus vidas”
27 de Febrero del 2014
a las 7:00 p.m.
Por el conferencista Dr. Medina
Donación $5.00