3175 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA 93003 Phone: (805) 642-7966 Fax: (805) 642-7635 www.olaventura.com
Sunday of Divine Mercy – April 12, 2015
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But these are written that you come to that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that through this belief you may have life in his name.
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John 20:31
Se escribieron estas para que ustedes
que Jesús es el Mesías, el Hijo de Dios, y para que, creyendo tengan vida en su nombre. Juan 20:31
ADMINISTRATOR: REV. ALEX AMAYUN ASSOCIATE PASTOR: REV. Adalberto Blanco
DEACONS: REV. MR. DAN BOJORQUEZ REV. MR. MIKE BURNS REV. MR. RAUL GONZALEZ REV. MR. DON HUNTLEY REV. MR. PHIL JOERGER REV. MR. ED MILLS REV. MR. CHARLES WESSLER SENIOR DEACON: REV. MR. RODGER ADAMS
SCHEDULE OF MASSES: Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM 5:15 PM (1st Friday) * Saturday: 8:00 AM, 5:15 PM Vigil Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM 12:30 (Spanish Mass) *5:15 PM Adoration & Benediction for 1hr following 1st Friday Mass
CONFESSIONS: Monday: 8:30 AM Tuesday: No Confessions Wednesday: 5:30 PM Friday: No Confessions Saturday: 8:30 AM & 4:00 PM LITURGY OF THE HOURS: Monday - Saturday before 8AM Mass ROSARY: Monday - Saturday after 8AM Mass
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: WEDNESDAY 9AM UNTIL SUNDAY 9AM IN ST. JULIE’S CHAPEL OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL: 3169 Telegraph Road Mrs. Patricia Groff, Principal School Office: (805) 642-7198 ST. BONAVENTURE HIGH SCHOOL: 3167 Telegraph Road Mr. Marc Groff, Principal. School Office: (805) 648-6836
Our Lady of the Assumption Mission Statement We, as faithful followers of Jesus Christ, create, nurture, and maintain a community of love through worship, reconciliation, healing, formation, education and service. Through Word and Eucharist, we seek the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit, embracing the love of our Creator in each thought, word, and action. As humble servants of God, we remain faithful to the teachings of the Holy Roman Catholic Church, waiting in joyful hope for our Lord’s coming.
Declaración de la Misión Como fieles seguidores de Jesucristo, creamos, fomentamos, y mantenemos una comunidad de amor por medio de la adoración, la reconciliación, la sanción, la formación, la educación y el servicio. Por medio de la Palabra y la Eucaristía, buscamos la sabiduría y la guía del Espíritu Santo, abrazando el amor de nuestro creador en cada pensamiento, palabra y acción. Como humildes servidores de Dios, nos mantenemos fieles a las enseñanzas de la Santa Iglesia Católica Romana, esperando con gran esperanza y alegría la venida de nuestro Señor.
Reflexión Semanal
Weekly Reflection Nurtured by God’s merciful love
Nutridos por el amor misericordioso de Dios
It has been one week since we celebrated Easter, and today’s prayers and readings continue to remind us of God’s unconditional love. In the gospel Jesus shows the depth of this love when he visits the disciples and authorizes their power to forgive sins. Jesus shows us that the Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the greatest moments of grace that we can experience when he blesses Thomas with this sacrament. When Jesus invites Thomas to place his hands in the wounds, Jesus extends forgiveness to Thomas who immediately falls to his knees saying, “My Lord and my God.” This merciful aspect of love has many qualities that Jesus knows his disciples will need to understand if they are to be faithful followers. Jesus did not shame Thomas or reprimand him but simply offered him “peace” and the very proof Thomas had demanded. Jesus showed Thomas kindness, modeling forbearance and compassion so the disciples would have an example to follow. The first reading from the Acts of the Apostles records the early community of believers in their attempt to follow Jesus’ example describing them as of “one heart and mind.” Those who had followed Jesus and witnessed his daily life shared the joys of talking and remembering actual moments which were recorded for us. When we read the gospels and epistles, we witness the many times Jesus waited patiently for the apostles to understand, and the many times Jesus forgave them. He reminded them on several occasions that they must forgive one another as God forgives them. Their lessons have become our lessons so we joyfully echo the responsorial psalm, “Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, his love is everlasting.”
Ha pasado una semana desde que celebramos la Pascua, y las oraciones y lecturas de hoy nos siguen recordando del amor incondicional de Dios. En el Evangelio, Jesús demuestra la profundidad de su amor al visitar a los discípulos y autorizarlos con el poder de perdonar pecados. Jesús bendice a Tomas con el Sacramento de la Reconciliación y así nos demuestra como este Sacramento nos permite experimentar uno de los momentos de gracia más grandes. Cuando Jesús invita a Tomas a que ponga su mano en sus heridas, Jesús le extiende el perdón a Tomas quien inmediatamente cae de rodillas y dice, “Dios mío y Señor mío.” Este aspecto misericordioso del amor tiene muchas cualidades que Jesús sabe serán necesarias entender para que sus discípulos sean seguidores fieles. Jesús no avergonzó a Tomas ni lo regaño, simplemente le ofreció “paz” y la prueba que el mismo Tomas había exigido. Jesús le demuestra compasión a Tomas, al ser modelo de compasión y entendimiento, los discípulos tienen en él un ejemplo a seguir. En la primera lectura tomada del libro de los Hechos de los Apóstoles escuchamos como las primeras comunidades de creyentes intentaban seguir el ejemplo de Jesús y se describen como una comunidad donde “todos pensaban y sentían lo mismo.” Los que habían seguido a Jesús y fueron testigos de su vida diaria compartían su gozo al hablar y recordar estos momentos los cuales luego escribieron para nosotros. Al leer los Evangelios y las Epístolas, somos testigos de las muchas veces en que Jesús esperó pacientemente para que sus apóstoles entendieran, y las numerosas veces que Jesús los perdono. Él les recordaba en varias ocasiones que deben de perdonarse unos a otros como Dios los perdono. Lo que ellos aprendieron es lo que aprendemos nosotros y podemos gozosamente hacer eco al Salmo, “Dar gracias al Señor porque es bueno, porque es eterna su misericordia.” -2-
Parish Life Baptisms
Happy Anniversary
Please pray for the recently baptized as they begin their journey in the Body of Christ
Ronald & Delsie Anthony 43 Years on April 8
Jax Vincent Albert Alonzo Julian Garcia-Calderon Allison Michelle Smithson Blake Daniel Richie, Koen Preston Richie Noah Michael Soto Natalia Rose Trujillo
Rob & Annie Devericks 12 Years on April 5
—————————————————— In Remembrance Please pray for those who have recently passed away and for their families
To list anniversary, please email bulletin@ola-vta.org by 5pm the Friday of the week before you wish it published. Celebrating your 50th Anniversary (or more)? Please submit your wedding picture and a current picture for our bulletin page. Send to bulletin@ola-vta.org or dropped off at the office.
Loretta Hernandez ______________________________________
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Mass Intentions MASS INTENTIONS FOR April 13 — April 19 Monday, April 13 6:30 Dolores Mansfield (D) 8:00 Burl & Theresa Cleary (D) Tuesday, April 14 6:30 Terry Kennedy (L) 8:00 Rod Brown Family (D) & Grace Montgomery (D) Wednesday, April 15 6:30 Nancy Dols (D) 8:00 Jorja Rose (L) & Maria Agostini (L) Thursday, April 16 6:30 Dr. George Nicastro (L) 8:00 Isabelo Manuel (D) & Patrick & Katherine Cronin (D) Friday, April 17 6:30 Genaro Larios Larios (L) 8:00 Angel Cervantes (D) & Arturo Cervantes (D)
May the blessings of the Lord guide you, protect you & be with you on Easter & always!
Saturday, April 18 8:00 Keith Laird (D) 5:15 Chi Jun (D) & Joe Parr (D) Sunday, April 19 8:00 Delia Cortes (D) & Sean Michael (D) 9:30 Mass for the People 11:00 Anne Nicastro (D) & Dr. George Nicastro (L) 12:30 Clara Caballero (D) & Rita Caballero (D) 5:15 Dolores Aviles (D) & Alberto Molinari (L)
Announcements Bulletin Deadline April 26 bulletin-due by 5pm April 15 Pulpit Announcement April 19 Masses-Due by April 15 at noon. Please see directory on pg 9 for where to send information. -3-
Calendar of Upcoming Events Date
Event
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April 12
Pray Chaplet of Divine Mercy in the church (bilingual) @ 3pm
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April 12 & 19
OLA Students selling raffle tickets after all masses
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April 25
OLA School Auction & Dinner-Dance
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April 26
Second Collection for Many Meals
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June 8
Save the date! OLA School Msgr Mulcahy Golf Tournament
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Parish News WELCOME!
BIENVENIDO!
If you are visiting or are joining us for the first time, we are glad you came! All are welcome at OLA and received with love. If you are ready to join our parish, we encourage you to fill out the Registration Form and bring it to the Parish Office. Registration forms are available at the Parish Office or on the church website www.olaventura.com If you have any questions, please come by the Parish Office, the Welcome Table at Friendship Sunday, or call us at 642-7966
Si nos visita o nos acompaña por primera vez, ¡nos da gusto que este aquí! Todos son bienvenidos a OLA y recibidos con amor. Si desea ser parte de nuestra parroquia, le recomendamos que llene el Formulario de Registración y lo traiga a la Oficina Parroquial. Los formularios están disponibles en la Oficina Parroquial o en la página web de la parroquia, www.olaventura.com Para cualquier pregunta por favor pase por la Oficina Parroquial o llámenos al 642-7966
Our Lady of the Assumption Church Parish Office Hours
Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Horario de la Oficina Parroquial
Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 7:00pm Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 12:00pm Sunday 9:00am to 2:00pm
Lunes a Jueves ~ 8:30am. a 7:00pm Viernes ~ 8:30am a 5:00pm Sábado ~ 8:30am a 12:00pm Domingo ~ 9:00am a 2:00pm
Weekly Offerings
Ofrenda Semanal
Thank you for your continuing support of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish. For the month of March 2015 our parish budget calls for $22,074.18 to be donated weekly at the Sunday collection. The collection for Sunday, March 29, 2015 was $22,116.97. This collection is not only used for operating expenses each week, but also for any ongoing repair work, upgrades, etc. to our parish facility. There are many ways to contribute; credit card and automatic debit are available. For more information please contact Lauren Burns, business manager at 6427966 ext. 101.
Gracias por su continuo apoyo a la parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. Para el mes de enero 2015 el presupuesto parroquial pide que recaudemos $22,074.18 en la colecta semanal de cada domingo. La colecta para el domingo, 29 de marzo 2015 fue de $22,116.97. Esta colecta no sólo se utiliza para los gastos operativos de cada semana, sino también para cualquier trabajo de reparación, actualizaciones, etc., a las instalaciones de nuestra parroquia. Hay muchas maneras de contribuir; tarjeta de crédito y débito automático están disponibles. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Lauren Burns, gerente de negocios en 642-7966 ext. 101.
2015 Together in Mission Annual Appeal
Apelación Anual 2015Juntos en Misión
Parish Goal: $ 122,600.00 Amount Pledged: $ 79,193.00 Amount Paid: $ 35,093.00 Balance: $ 87,507.00
Meta Parroquial: $ 122,600.00 Cantidad Prometida: $ 79,193.00 Pagado: $ 35,093.00 Balance: $ 87,507.00 Para más información o para donar por Internet visite www.OurMissionLA.org
For more information or to donate online please visit www.OurMissionLA.org. - 4-
Parish News The Tidings If you would like to receive the Tidings newspaper (free of charge) please contact Lauren Burns at (805) 642-7966 ext. 101 to activate your complimentary subscription.
Safe Environment DID YOU KNOW? Archdiocese continues helping survivors of sexual abuse and their families As we start April, Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles wants to reiterate that it remains committed to helping survivors and their families heal and find peace. If you believe you or someone you know is a victim of sexual abuse by a Church employee or volunteer, please contact the archdiocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator at (213) 6377650. Suzanne Healy is available to help and support.
Religious Education Our Lady of the Assumption School
Religious Education Sundays at OLA Nursery - Ages 1-3 years Located in the Youth Room during 9:30am Mass. Provides babysitting while parents attend Mass.
Sunday School - Ages 3-5 years Located at OLA School during 9:30am Mass. Includes lessons/crafts about church, God, & the Bible. For more info please contact Jenny Elliot @ 642-7966 ext. 124
Liturgy of the Word - Grades 1-5 Begins in church during 9:30 Mass. Children are called during Mass to process from church to the hall with a teacher for their own age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word & discussion of the readings.
REP– Tuesday & Wednesday Elementary,Gr.1- 5 is offered on Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:00pm 5:15pm in the OLA School next to Mulcahy Center. For more info contact Mari @ 642-7966 ext. 125
There will be no Sunday School, Children's Liturgy of the Word or Nursery during masses on Easter Sunday
RCIC Rite of Christian Initiation for Children is primarily intended for children not Baptized as infants, on or about age 7. We meet from 10:45a12:00p twice monthly in the Santa Cruz Room of the Parish Center. All children attending RCIC must also be enrolled in Religious Education classes on Tuesday or Wednesday or attending OLA School. For more information please contact Mari Joerger, 642-7966 ext. 125.
We’re back in session tomorrow, April 13th. You’ll see our bright shining faces in mass. Preschool – Our OLA Preschool is accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year. Our preschool Youth Ministry serves children 3 and 4 years of age. Apply online at www.olaventura.org. Contact Mrs. Delaney at (805)642 Confirmation classes for Year 1 & 2 -7198 x 213 to arrange for a tour. Save the date! OLA continue Sunday evenings beginning School’s annual dinner/dance and with 5:15 p.m. mass. 6th, 7th and 8th auction is just around the corner This graders are invited to join EDGE Wednesday nights year’s theme is “Passport to Parafrom 7-8:30 p.m. in Mulcahy Center. For more info condise”, to be held on April 25 at the tact Roberta Godeck at (805) 642-7966, ext. 121. Mandalay Beach Resort in Oxnard. Look for our students selling raffle RCIA – Right of Christian tickets outside Mulcahy Center after all masses today and next Sunday. Initiation of Adults More info to come! Also, save the dateWe invite those who are interested in ”Msgr Mulcahy Golf Tournament”, Monthe Catholic Christian community and day, June 8, 2015 at Saticoy Country the Catholic way of life to participate in Club. For more info call Gina Rathe Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults venscroft at 805-642-7198. Don’t forget (RCIA) experience. For more inforabout “School Cents” ! Parishioners can mation please contact Deacon Don & Diana Huntley drop off their receipts to the school office or at Guest Servia email at RCIA@ola-vta.org or by phone at (805) vices in the mall (near Sears). Our school earns 5 points 642-7966 x123. The door is open, welcome home. per dollar spent. - 5-
Liturgical Ministries
Spirituality & Fellowship
Divine Mercy Sunday April 12, 2015
OLA Book Discussion Group
Our Lord appeared to St. Faustina to remind us that “«mankind will not have peace until it turns with trust to My mercy.” Pope John Paul II officially made the first Sunday after Easter Divine Mercy Sunday – this year, April 12, 2015 - and designated a plenary indulgence could be received for all those who properly prepare for our Lord’s mercy. Preparation: (1) celebrate the Feast of Divine Mercy on the first Sunday after Easter; (2) be truly sorry for your sins and go to confession (twenty days before or twenty days after Divine Mercy Sunday); (3) receive Holy Communion on Divine Mercy Sunday; (4) venerate an image of Divine Mercy (one hangs in our church); and (5) perform acts of mercy through words or deeds. Graces: complete pardon of the soul; forgiveness of sins; and forgiveness of punishment due. To celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, please join us in praying the Chaplet of Divine Mercy TODAY at 3pm here in the church. The prayer will be bilingual
Adult Ministries College Bible Study
Adult Confirmation Are you interested in completing your Baptism? . If you want to learn more, contact Dn Dan at 642-7966 ext. 146. Our first meeting will be Wednesday, February 25th, 7:00 pm at the Parish Center, Santa Cruz Room.
Our bible study session continues. Please contact Kati Escallier at kescallier@ola-vta.org or 642-7966 ext. 142 for more information. SAVE the Date: OLA Annual Women's Retreat is Nov. 6-8,2015, at Forest Home in Oak View.
Eucharistic Adoration St. Julie’s Chapel Adorers are always welcome. Would you be able to commit weekly to any of the times listed? Thursday 1-2pm Fridays 9-10am Saturday 12-1pm Substitute adorers needed midnight to 6am Contact Mary Ann at 644-2160 or Elizabeth at 644-8395
Living Matrimony Please come join Living Matrimony as we conclude our study of "God's Plan for a Joy Filled Marriage" Saturday April 18th 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the Mulcahy center. This will be the last study meeting for the academic year all are welcome. Please note there will be no Living Matrimony Meeting Saturday April 25th.
Friendship Sunday Volunteers
Join us on Thursdays from 7-8pm in the youth room for college age folks. We’ll have spiritual, stimulating & thought provoking discussions. Hope to see you there! Contact Joe Yamauchi for more information at : joethomas1107@gmail.com
Women’s Ministry Bible Study
The next book for the OLA Book Discussion Group is The Terrorist’s Son: A Story of Choice by Zak Ebrahim. We will meet to discuss this book on April 13, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., in the Santa Cruz room. We hope you will read along with us and join us for the discussion. Future books are as follows: A Song for Nagasaki: The Story of Takashi Nagai by Paul Glynn-discussion on May 11; and Journey to the Sun: Junipero Serra’s Dream and the Founding of California by Gregory Orfalea-discussion on June 8. For further information please call Mary Ann Bognar at 805-647-0462 or email at mbognar880@aol.com.
We are in need of volunteers to help at Friendship Sunday. At this time there are 12 Sundays starting March 1st until the end of the year that are without volunteers. If you and your friends are interested in being part of an excellent ministry, one that allows you to visit with fellow parishioners and meet those that you don't know, this is the opportunity for you. Please contact: Deacon Phil Joerger or Mari Joerger at 642-7966 ext. 148. Or see us at Friendship Sunday. We will train and assist as needed.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Explore knitting or crocheting as a prayer experience! Devotions and instruction is provided at each meeting. Donations of yarn, knitting and crochet supplies are welcomed and appreciated. Our next meeting is on Saturday, May. Please call Jan Parrone at 658-1904 for further information. Or visit www.shawlministry.com. To request a shawl for someone in need of prayers, comfort, or in celebration of - 6- a birth, please contact the parish office at 642-7966.
Service & Outreach Many Meals Many Meals serves our parish family as well as the community as a whole. Guests come each Wednesday for a hot meal, free of charge, as well as wonderful fellowship. We serve at College United Methodist Church, 4300 Telegraph Road from 67pm. The program is self-supporting and thus, relies on our dedicated volunteers and donations by our generous parishioners. Although the meal changes each week, some items are used consistently and can be accepted at any time. Here are some of the items needed this week. Monetary donations- primarily for the purchase of the meat for each meal 10 ¼ inch non- compartment paper plates 8 oz. hot paper cups 7 oz. cold plastic cups Medium size 3 compartment to go containers Heavy duty cutlery packs (fork, knife, spoon, napkin, salt & pepper) 100 count bags at Smart & Final 100 count name tags Donations may be dropped off at the rectory by Tuesday morning. For more information or if you would like to volunteer, please email Diane Frantela at dfrantela@olavta.org or call (805)642-7966 ext. 133. We thank our parishioners for their generosity and continued support of the Many Meals ministry. This is Joe, one of our regular guests. He turned 100 years old!
Respect Life The Catholic Church is a Pro-Life Church from Conception to Natural Death. Resources and contact information can be found in our directory page under “In the Community”. For more information please contact Patty Berry, Respect Life Parish Coordinator at 642-4928
Grief Support Group This group is open to any adult who has lost a loved one through death, whether your loss is recent or many years old. We invite you to join us to find support and help in working through the grief process and transforming your pain into healing. Our next meeting is Tuesday, April 21. We meet in the Parish House (21 N, Dunning St.) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Entry is down the driveway, through the gate, in the backdoor and through the kitchen. You can start with the group any time. The group is led by Ken Lynch, a Bereavement Minister commissioned through the Los Angeles Archdiocese. For more information please call Ken's cell at 310 720 9943 or send an email to kenlynch123@aol.com. -7-
Thank You from Food Basket Committee The Holiday Food Basket Committee would like to thank all who made the 2015 Easter Food Baskets event such a success. The food and monetary donations that were received as well as the time from volunteers were vital to the success of the event, and is truly appreciated. We were able to assist 660 people who were in need of help over the holiday season, all receiving food from our parish. Thank you all for your contributions, and God bless you for all your generosity.
Ministerio Hispano Celebremos los 50 días de Pascua Es la Pascua, el paso, la victoria del Señor. Sabemos, por los Evangelios, que Cristo se apareció a sus seguidores durante 40 días y luego ascendió a los cielos. Pasados 10 días, los primeros discípulos recibieron el Espíritu Santo. La Iglesia celebra este acontecimiento con 50 días de fiesta, de canto, de esperanza. Es el tiempo del "aleluya", del grito que invita una y otra vez a alabar y dar gracias al Señor, "porque es eterna su misericordia”. Feliz Pascua de Resurrección! Lo invitamos a dos talleres de formación: · Martes 14 de abril La Pascua: Vivir la Fe con Valor · Martes 21 de abril La Misa Paso a Paso y la Belleza del Templo Los dos talleres serán a las 7pm en el salón San Miguel.
Grupo de Oración: Divina Misericordia Con el fin de celebrar apropiadamente la festividad de la Divina Misericordia, lo invitamos a la oración bilingüe de la Coronilla a la Divina Misericordia HOY domingo 12 de abril a las 3 de la tarde aquí en la Iglesia Acompáñenos cada primero y tercer lunes a las 7pm en la Capilla Santa Julia aquí en OLA. Para más información comuníquese con el Diacono Raul a 642-7966.
FECHAS: Abril 6 y 20 Mayo 4 y 18 Junio 1 y 15 Julio 13 y 27 Agosto 10 y 24
Septiembre 7 y 21 Octubre 5 y 19 Noviembre 2 y 16 Diciembre 14 y 28
In the Community
Ministerio Hispano La SB 128
Seeking Host Families
La SB 128 legalizaría el suicidio asistido por un médico en California. El papa Francisco nos recuerda: "El mandamiento bíblico es honrar a nuestros padres esto nos recuerda un sentido más amplio de nuestro deber de honrar todas las personas de la tercera edad”. Es hora de tomar acción para proteger las personas de la tercera edad y con discapacidades. Visita la página de web: archla.org/ sb128 para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con su legislador, e involúcrese
Gphomestay is currently looking for warm and welcoming host families in the Ventura County area for the 2015-2016 school year for international students attending La Reina, Santa Clara and Saint Bonaventure high schools. Gphomestay provides all of our host families with ongoing guidance, cultural resources, local support and a generous monthly stipend to ensure a successful hosting experience. For further information or to sign up today, please visit our website at www.gphomestay.com!
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50th Anniversary
La Arquidiócesis sigue apoyando los sobrevivientes de abuso sexual y a sus familias Comenzando el mes de abril, mes para la Prevención del Abuso Infantil, la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles desea reiterar el compromiso de seguir ayudando a los sobrevivientes y a sus familias a encontrar la sanación y la paz. Si usted cree que usted o alguien que conoce es víctima de abuso sexual por algún empleado o voluntario de la Iglesia, por favor contacte a la Coordinadora para la Asistencia de Víctimas al (213) 637-7650. Suzanne Healy está disponible para brindar ayuda
We in St. Nicholas Parish in Laguna Woods are quite pleased to be able to announce that our Pastor, Fr. Richard Delahunty, will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood later this year. He will be celebrating Mass in honor of his anniversary on Saturday, May 30 at 4pm and the Parish will be hosting a reception for him immediately after Mass. Separate smaller receptions will be held after each of the Masses on Sunday, May 31. For information please call Gabriel Ferrucci at (949)837-1090.
Men’s Spiritual Retreat Serra retreat Center April 24-26, 2015 For more than 60 years, men from our local parishes have taken time from the overwhelming busyness of life to go to the tranquil Franciscan setting of Malibu to quiet their souls and calm their minds. They reflect on the multifold blessings God has bestowed on them. Most men arrive at approximately 4pm on Friday evening. Dinner is served from 5-7pm. If you would like to attend, the web site for packet and info is www.serraretreat.com or (310)456-6631. Any questions, please contact Jerry Thomas, 805-647-4898.
In the Community SB128 SB 128 would legalize physicianassisted suicide in CA. Pope Francis reminds us, "The biblical commandment to honor our parents reminds us in a broader sense of our duty to honor all elderly people." Take action now to protect the elderly and those with disabilities. Visit: archla.org/sb128 to learn more, contact your legislator, and get involved.
Saint Bonaventure High School Fiesta The fiesta will be held on Sunday, May 3rd 2015 10:00am – 6:00pm on the SBHS Campus located at 3167 Telegraph Road, Ventura Free Admission · Food · Games · Live Entertainment · Rides · Raffle · & more. Fun for all! Headlining this year will be JUANO & FRIENDS BAND 3:00pm – 6:00pm. For more information go to www.saintbonaventure.com or call 805-648-6836 ext. 117.
Weight Watchers Spring Open House Saturday, April 25, 2015 9 am the Parish House. Fun, Food, Prizes—Find out a about a long-term weight loss and lifestyle management system that really works. Plus, enjoy the company and support of other OLA parishioners. Questions? Contact Dea Boehme at (805) 390-1260, dea.boehme@att.net or our WeightWatchers leader, Lillian, at (805) 584-0133. -8-
Parish Directory / Directorío de la Parroquia Parish Phone Number/Numero de Teléfono de la Parroquia 642-7966
ADULT MINISTRIES DEPT HEAD: DN DAN BOJORQUEZ, EXT. 146 WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Kati Escallier, ext. 142 or KEscallier@ola-vta.org MEN’S MINISTRY: DN DAN BOJORQUEZ, EXT.146 LIVING MATRIMONY: Dn Dan Bojorquez ext. 146 Growing in Faith: Terri Rojo, 659-1217 OLA Classics: Mary Kielas, 650-7870
HISPANIC MINISTRIES (MINISTERIO HISPANO):
DEPT HEAD: DN RAUL GONZALES, EXT.149 or rosejoseca@aol.com Pastoral Council (en Español): Tony Altorre, taltorre@clinicas.org
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
DEPT HEAD: DN MIKE BURNS, EXT. 145
ALTAR SERVERS: Deryl & Margaret Franzel, 644-5449 altarservers@ola-vta.org END OF LIFE MINISTRY: Mary Ellen Farley, 643-5262 BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY: George and Jan Standing-Roberts, 648-1782 DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Charlie Kim, ext. 122 EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Diana Huntley, ext. 123 ENVIRONMENT MINISTRY: Ana Miller, 620-0873 LECTORS: Tim Noonan 290-3720, noonantim908@gmail.com MARRIAGES: Please contact Father Alex, ext. 106 SACRISTANS: Nikki Noonan 290-2278, niksown40@gmail.com USHERS: Larry & Barb Gadbois 320-3819
PARISH INFORMATION
BULLETIN: ext. 128 or bulletin@ola-vta.org BUSINESS MANAGER: Lauren Burns, ext. 101 EVENT COORDINATOR: Diane Frantela ext. 133 FINANCE COUNCIL: Paul Derse, 642-7966 PASTORAL COUNCIL: Dan McGrath, irishdanman@hotmail.com
SERVICE & OUTREACH DEPT HEAD: DN CHARLES WESSLER, EXT. 126 COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: Parish Office, FAITH COMMUNITY HEALTH MINISTRY: Debbie Lawry, ext. 154 FCHM@ola-vta.org or dlawry@amgen.com CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Rochida McClure, 746-0727 FOOD BASKETS: Jerry Deal, 339-0260 RESPECT LIFE: Patty Berry, 642-4928 or coastalpatty@gmail.com Dea Boehme, dea.boehme@att.net Victims Assistance Ministry: Suzanne Healy (800) 355-2545 RIDES TO MASS: John Stebbins, 644-4674 MANY MEALS: DIANE FRANTELA EXT. 133 GRIEF SHARE/BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT: KEN LYNCH (310)720-9943
SPIRITUALITY & FELLOWSHIP DEPT HEAD: DN PHIL JOERGER, EXT. 148 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Elizabeth Wurts, 644-8395 Mary Ann Decaen, 644-2160 FRIENDSHIP SUNDAY: Dn Phil Joerger ext. 148 INFANT BAPTISM PREP: English: Deacon Phil Joerger, ext.148 S panish: Deacon Raul Gonzalez, ext. 149 MOM’S GROUP: Jeanine Walker, 648-4244 M.O.M.S. MORNINGS: Jamie Kuske, 510-681-4259, jmkuske@yahoo.com MOTHER’S PRAYER: Lisa O’Brien, 659-5307 NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING: Aaron and Lee Ann Sanchez, 650-6734 PARISH PRAYER CHAIN: Juanita Trine, 644-5967, Gusatjed@hotmail.com PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: Jan Parrone, 658-1904 ROSARY MAKERS: Aurora Gonzales, 654-0316 VOCATIONS: Father Alex, ext. 106 WELCOME COMMITTEE: Alton & Virginia Lewis 746-0262
IN THE COMMUNITY
ARCHDIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN: FAITH FORMATION Virgina Dimmick 933-5903 DEPT HEAD: DN DON HUNTLEY, EXT. 147 BOY & CUB SCOUTS: Kathy Ellison, kathy.ellison.2@gmail.com CONFIRMATION:YOUTH: Roberta Godeck, ext. 121 or CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLING SUPPORT: Mary Kielas, 650-7870 rgodeck@ola-vta.org CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 303 N. VENTURA AVE, 643-4694 Adult: Dn. Dan Bojorquez, ext. 146 CHESS CLUB/CHILDRENS STRING ENSEMBLE: Peter Shuere, 642-9998 Adult (College) Bible Study: Joe Yamauchi, Defenders of Life: Anna Murphy, 218-3093 or Carol 765-4293 joethomas1107@gmail.com Detention Ministry: Margaret Oberon, 988-1966 ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: ext.125 FAMILIES OF NAZARETH: Phyllis Crews, 643-5361 MIDDLE (THE EDGE) & HIGH SCHOOL : Patrick Tafoya, ext. 121 HERMITS OF ST. GILES: Mark Andrew Dextraze, 647-9089 NURSERY: ext. 125 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Ron Baldonado, 643-6756 RCIA: Dn. Don Huntley ext. 123 or RCIA@ola-vta.org LIFE CENTERS OF VENTURA CO.: Emily Raab , 486-2721 SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN: Dea Boehme OLAsafeguard@ola-vta.org MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: Russ & Jeanine Walker, 648-4244 SUNDAY SCHOOL: Jenny Elliott at ext.124 or RETROUVAILLE REDISCOVERY: Paul & Marisa Montgomery, 642-4023 SundaySchool@ola-vta.org SECULAR FRANCISCAN: Pauline Riendeau, 339-9446 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: 642-4104 SACRAMENTAL COMPLIANCE TENDER LIFE MATERNITY HOME: Karen, 653-7474 DEPT HEAD: DN ED MILLS, EXT. 152 YLI-CATHOLIC WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION: Sylvia Barnes, 667-7234 - 9 --
Our Parish in Pictures - Easter 2015