American Martyrs Catholic Community2013/03/10 · 8:00 Susan Shearer – RIP (Karen Cangialosi) 5:00 Kammerer Family – Sp. Int. (Mom & Dad) SUNDAY, March 17 - Fifth Sunday of Lent

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

associate Pastors Rev. Nicholas Assi Rev. Joseph Kammerer

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

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

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

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

624 15 t h S t 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

March 10, 2013Fourth Sunday of Lent

a W e l c o M i n g c o M M u n i t y , H e l P i n g o n e a n o t H e r t o l i v e H o ly l i v e s i n J e s u s c H r i s t .

Then let us celebrate with a feast, because this son of mine was dead,

and has come to life again;he was lost, and has been found. ’

American Martyrs Catholic Community

American Martyrs Catholic Church | www.AMERICANMARTYRS.org

Table of ConTenTs Prayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 This Week at AMC / Mass Intentions ........................................ 3 Liturgy & Worship ............................................................................4 Parish Life .......................................................................................... 5 Pastoral Care ..................................................................................... 6 Stewardship ....................................................................................... 6 Social Justice & Outreach ............................................................ 7 Faith Formation ...............................................................................8 Families in Faith / AMS / SRE / Youth Ministry ......................9 Contact Information & Resources (Parish Directory) ......... 10 Gym & Field / Beyond Our Parish ............................................. 11

In MeMorIaM

In Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.

Fred Bose Steve SaboskyJohn Crowley Ramon GrijalvaWilliam Strand Jim Holleran

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

Pray for The sICk Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Evan Whitworth Helen SullivanMaxine Adams Bob LeaMaria Larson Harry Stallings Marcia Wible Ellie Howdershell Sandy Allegan Miguel RamirezDr. John Messenger Kristy Spooner

Planned GIvInG Don’t cancel life insurance you no longer need! By naming American Martyrs as beneficiary, you’ll provide lasting financial support and possibly qualify for tax benefits as well.

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

aMerICan MarTyrs CaTholIC CoMMunITy

daIly Prayers of The ChurCh

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPELChapel hours are: Sunday - Friday, 6:00aM-10:00pM; Saturday, 7:00aM-10:00pM contact: Jim Quilliam, a d o r a t i o n c h a p e l @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

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

EVENING PRAYER (LITURGY OF THE HOURS):Monday at 5:35pM, in the Church contact: Dick Williams, 310-292-0996

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

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORNWednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:

Sgt Mohses Afkari - U.S.M.C. Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. Pvt Julia Cothren - U.S. Army Nicole Duvardo - U.S.A.F. SPC Nicholas M. Francis, U.S. Army Rangers Christopher Garity - U.S. Army Kyle Garity – U.S. Army Cpt Kelsey Guetschow - U.S.A.F. Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. PFC Michael R. Leist - U.S. Army CPT Andrew Lopez-Gallego, U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - Nat'l Guard SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Spc Robert Plaza - U.S. Army Pvt Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Lance Wible - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.

If you would like someone listed or know that a person listed above has returned home, contact Anne Riordan at 310-545-5651/ [email protected].

arMed forCes

Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me (Mt 25:40).

Today we are reminded of the gospel message to love all our brothers and sisters around the world and treat them with respect. The Catholic Relief Services Collection sees Jesus in victims of human trafficking, those who seek to change unjust laws, and those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. How will you help Jesus in disguise? Please be generous in today's collection.

readInGs of The Week

Monday: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30; Jn 4:43-54Tuesday: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46; Jn 5:1-16

Wednesday: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145; Jn 5:17-30Thursday: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106; Jn 5:31-47

frIday: Wis 2:1a, 12-22; Ps 34; Jn 7:1-2; 10, 25-30saTurday: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7; Jn 7:40-53

sunday: Is 43:16-21; Ps 126; Phil 3:8-14; Jn 8:1-11

March 10, 2013 |Fourth Sunday of Lent

Find this bulletin online at americanmartyrs.org

ParIsh Calendar

ThIs Week

Monday, March 118:45aM PH Monday Morning Starters3:00pM ODH 1st Grade Brownie Troop Meeting3:00pM SK 1st Grade Daisy Troop Meeting5:00pM SK Happy Hour Dance Class6:00pM ODH Cub Scout Blue & Gold Dinner7:00pM SCH BSA Troop 713 Meeting7:00pM SpC Stephen Ministry Training7:00pM SJC Monday Evening Prayer Group7:00pM HFH Natural Family Planning MeetingTUESDAY, March 129:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study12:00pM BB M.O.M. Sandwich Making1:00pM SK Single Seniors Meeting1:00pM PH Altar Society Board Meeting3:30pM PH Legion of Mary Meeting3:40pM SCH SRE Classes6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday6:30pM BK Sandpipers Meeting6:30pM ODH BSA Troop 849 Court of Honor7:30pM BB Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SJC Contemplative Prayer8:00pM PH TnT Lenten Bible StudyWEDNESDAY, March 133:40pM SCH SRE Classes 5:00pM BB Happy Hour Dance Class7:00pM BB Peace Meditation7:00pM ODH Seder Meal7:00pM PH Stewardship Commission MeetingTHURSDAY, March 1411:30aM PH Adoration Chapel Meeting2:30pM BB GSA Troop 2025 Meeting3:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir 6:00pM ODH Ushers’ Easter Assignment Dinner6:30pM BB 4th Grade Cub Scout Meeting7:00pM PH Respect Life7:30pM SCH AMS Board Meeting – Media Room7:30pM SK Baptism PreparationFRIDAY, March 15

8:00aM ODH Lenten Dinner Preparation12:30pM PH GSA Troop 6475 Meeting`3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class5:30pM ODH Lenten Friday Dinner8:00pM PH Friends of AMS Board Meeting

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

SATURDAY, March 169:00aM SK Men & Women’s Retreat9:30aM PH Liturgy & Worship Meeting10:00aM HFH Women’s AA Meeting5:00pM BBP Loaves & Fishes Collection6:30pM ODH St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & DanceSUNDAY, March 17 BBP Loaves & Fishes (after all Masses)7:00aM ODH Coffee & Donuts10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm) 10:30aM BB 2nd Grade SRE10:30aM SK Special Sacraments Class3:30pM ODH Year 2 Confirmation Meeting5:00pM SpC Just Faith Reception6:00pM PH TnT House Party7:00pM ODH Dr. Creasy Bible Study

nexT Weekend

Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, March 11

8:00 Stancil Jones – RIP (Gunderman Family) 12:10 Michele Eisner – RIP (The Eisner Family) 5:00 John King – RIP (Donna & Jim Orland)TUESDAY, March 12

6:30 Wesley Grove – RIP (Cheryl & Brian Burdiak & Boys) 8:00 Ralph Pfarr – RIP (Sue Meyer) 12:10 Ramon J. Grijalva – RIP (David Grijalva & Family) 5:00 Filipe Abreu – RIP (Maria Abreu)WEDNESDAY, March 13

8:00 Dorothy Shuster – RIP (Doreen Harrington) 12:10 Jeannie Lynn Dodson – RIP (Barb & Bill Collins) 5:00 Juanita Paschke – Sp. Int. (Tom & Jean Willson)THURSDAY, March 14

6:30 Richard Laraba – RIP (Gena Esposito) 8:00 Joe Slyker – RIP (Tom Klimasz) 12:10 Adolfo Uy – RIP (Phil & Betty Nery) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, March 15 (Abstinence)

8:00 Delores Ramstead – RIP (Sue & Goy Casillas) 12:10 Mario Silva – RIP (Tony & Martha Hatfield) 5:30 Merilyn Oefinger – RIP (Dave & Dottie Arias)SATURDAY, March 16

8:00 Susan Shearer – RIP (Karen Cangialosi) 5:00 Kammerer Family – Sp. Int. (Mom & Dad)SUNDAY, March 17 - Fifth Sunday of Lent

7:00 Lt. Col. John Harris – RIP (Catherine Harris) 8:00 Jack West – RIP (Kathy West & Family) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Marlene Knudson – RIP (Jim Fucile Family & Nell Drummond) 5:00 Ian Wright - RIP (Ellen Wright)

N OT E : D a te s a n d l o ca t i o n s a re s u b j e c t to c h a n g e w i t h o u t n o t i ce. P l e a s e c h e c k w i t h t h e m i n i s t r y to ve r i f y e ve n t.


lITurGy & WorshIP

Prayer SliPS

Please keep our 16 Elect (those to be baptized at the Easter Vigil) and our 13 Candidates (those for full reception) in prayer as they continue their journey to Baptism and full reception into the Catholic Church. At each entrance of the church, you will find a basket with the names of the Elect and Candidates. Please take a name and keep them in prayer as they continue their journey.If you would like to leave them a card, please mark the outside of an envelope with their Name, indicate “Easter,” and leave it in the Parish Office any time PRIOR to March 29.

Bring Us to Our SensesGod, the source of all compassion, You who wait for us, like the father in Jesus’s parable, help us recognize when we squander our finest selves. Bring us to our senses when we wander far into exile. Strengthen our first feeble steps back to healing. Welcome us into Your embrace if we’ve been gone too long. And as You did the elder brother, quiet our resistance when we refuse to join the celebration. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Waiting for Us There are many ways of entering one of Jesus’ most beloved parables. One way in asks with which character we identify. Frustrated with the family, do we long for escape - and fantasize about the

pleasures of a “distant country”? Do we seek to reconcile, alert to the possibility of homecoming? Or do we resent those who enjoy favor without the back-breaking work we’ve endured?Another entry point is: which road are we pursuing? Are we headed into exile, seeking instant gratification, regardless of how it harms relationships, bank accounts, diets, or resolves? Have we hit bottom, envying the pigs their husks? Are we coming to our senses, taking tentative steps towards health and

healing? Are we celebrating at home, confident in the father’s welcome, relieved to be where we belong? Or are we annoyed by freeloaders slipping into the kingdom through God’s generosity, on no merit of their own? Perhaps we’re confused, on several roads at once. Which one leads into the father’s embrace? A final approach is to see where our attention is riveted. Do we wallow in the younger son’s punishment for his arrogance? Do we bask in the forgiving father, watching the horizon for his son’s return? Or do we side with the older son, proud of the committees we’ve chaired, the charity work we’ve done, the idiots we’ve endured, the evildoers we’ve avoided? Many questions: may one open into the forgiving heart of God.

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Palms Needed for Palm SundayIf you are having your palm trees pruned, please consider delaying the pruning until the week of March 18 and donating the large fronds to AMC for use in the Palm Sunday procession.

We ask to have the fronds delivered to the Church from Wednesday, March 20 through the morning of Friday, March 22.

Lent offers us a very special opportunity to grow in our relationship with God and others. It is an opportunity to reflect upon our patterns, to pray more deeply, experience sorrow for what we've done and failed to do, and to be generous to those in need. At the heart of our journey is the gift of Forgiveness.You will find a prayer box in front of the Ambo.

We invite you, as many times as you feel need, to place a prayer of forgiveness, or the name of someone you need to forgive, or the name of someone whom you need to ask forgiveness from, in the box. This box will remain in the Sanctuary, as an offering to Christ who leads us to salvation by the forgiveness of our sins, so that on Easter Morning we enter into a life of reconciliation; we may rise with Christ to new life.

dIvIne MerCy Jesus: The cause of your falls is that you rely too much upon yourself and too little on Me. But let this not sadden you so much. You are dealing with the God of mercy. Know that of yourself you can do nothing. Without special help from Me, you are not even capable of accepting My graces. S. Faustina: Jesus, do not leave me alone in suffering. You know, Lord, how weak I am. I am an abyss of wretchedness, I am nothingness itself; so what will be so strange if You leave me alone and I fall? So You, Jesus, must stand by me constantly like a mother by a helpless child - and even more so.

leGIon of Mary aCIes Legion of Mary, active and auxiliary members may renew your fealty to Mary. Acies will be Sunday, March 24 at Nativity Church in Torrance from 2:00 - 4:00pM. Pot luck buffet will follow in the annex.Please contact Jenny at 310-379-6541.



sInGle senIors Please join us Tuesday, March 12 at 1:00pM in the St. Kateri Room for the monthly meeting.

Ministry ContaCts: Kathy, 310-679-9240 or Magda, 323-469-0577.

ParIsh neWs

aM ChIldren's ChoIr The AM Children's Choir is open to all children in grades 4 - 8. New members are welcome at any time! We rehearse on Thursday afternoons, 3:15 - 4:15pM in the Music Room (up the stairs from the kitchen side of O'Donnell Hall) during the academic year. The children sing once a month at the Saturday 5:00 pM Mass. If you have questions, contact Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 or Ellen Steinmetz, 310-372-3412/e l l e n . s t e i n m e t z @ g m a i l . c o m .

Coffee & donuTs In o'donnell hall

St. Francis Animal Ministry will be serving donuts, coffee, tea, juice, and milk after the 7:00, 8:00 and 9:30aM Masses.NEXT WEEK: AM Youth Ministry will serve Coffee and Donuts.

MoThers of younG ChIldren Wednesday, March 20, 9:30–11:00aM in O'Donnell Hall. Please join us with your children at our meeting at our Annual Easter Party. It’ll be a morning of friendship, mom-talk and crafts for the kids. As always, new and returning members are welcome. Babysitting will be provided. Hope to see you there!

MiniStry contactS: Christy Barner, 310-804-6028, Joy Hryniewicz, 310-809-5522, and Lori Nolting, 720-883-7581

Career brIdGebuIlders

“Building on your StrengthS” Thursday, March 21, 7:00 - 9:00pM Prerequisite for the session is completion of the Strengths Finders survey. Find links through the following books: Living Your Strengths by Albert Winseman, Donald Clifton and Curt Liesveld; Strength Finders 2.0 by Tom Rath

Checkout our group on Linked In, or contact Andrea Krych at careerbr idgebui lders@americanmar t yrs.org .

sT. PaTrICk’s day dInner & danCe

On Saturday, March 16, Knights of Columbus will

sponsor the annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance in O’Donnell Hall. This is a traditional Irish dinner of corned beef and cabbage, carrots and red potatoes, along with dessert and beverages.

Social hour begins at 6:30pM, dinner at 7:30pM, music and dancing to follow.

No host bar. Due to liquor license regulations, all alcohol must be purchased at the event.

Tickets are $25 each/$250 per table; all ticket sales are final. Call Ron Babick for reservations, 310-532-7953.

TnT (20's and 30's) Join us every Tuesday during Lent at 8:00pM for TnT Bible Study. We discuss Bible passages focusing on Jesus's teachings and actions during Holy Week. We meet at the Parish House, 659 15th Street.

For more information or to join our TnT mailing list, contact Lindsey at t n t @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g or 424-262-2TNT.

lenTen frIday dInner Join us every Friday night during Lent for • Family Stations of the Cross at 5:00pm,• Mass at 5:30pm and• Lenten Dinner in O’Donnell Hall.

Dinner is served from 5:30 - 7:00Pm. The menu is a simple meatless meal of homemade soup, pasta, rolls, fresh fruit, crisp salad, and PB&J sandwiches for the kids.

March 15: Corn Chowder March 29: Baked Potato Bar March 22 ChickenLESS Noodle Soup

A donation comparable to what one might spend in a family restaurant is suggested - most give $5/person or $20/family. All proceeds are given to the poor. If you would like to be part of this parish tradition, call Kristen Dorr, 310-469-2941 or Jennifer Rodriguez, 310-489-4324.

ushers' easTer assIGnMenT dInner The annual Ushers' Easter Assignment Dinner will be on Thursday, March 14 in O'Donnell Hall.Social time is 6:00-6:45pM and dinner will be served at 6:45pM. Join us for fellowship and to sign-up for your choice of Easter Masses. Please RSVP if you are coming to the dinner. If you are not attending, let us know before the dinner which Masses you prefer. RSVP to Dee & Chuck, 310-676-5381 / [email protected] or [email protected].

CoMMunal PenanCe servICe American Martyrs, Monday, March 18, 7:30PM

A number of additional confessors will be available at all of these penance services.

Other LOcaL Parishes Day / Date time St. James, Redondo Bch Tuesday, March 19 7:30pm Our Lady of Guadalupe, Hermosa Bch Wednesday, March 20 7:30pm St. Lawrence Martyr, Redondo Bch Thursday, March 21 7:30pm St. Anthony, El Segundo Friday, March 22 7:30pm

We pray that all of us take the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance during this Season. It is God's gift to us and our gift to the whole community.


steWarDsHiP Commission Chair: Dennis Labriola, 310-345-2401 / s tewardship@amer ic anmar t y r s .o r g

sTePhen MInIsTry Christ Caring for People through PeopleThis is the motto of the Stephen Ministry. The role of a Stephen Minister is to listen, care, support, encourage and pray, to journey with members of our parish who are experiencing a challenge in their lives. In the midst of this confidential one-to-one caring relationship, God’s healing love comes pouring through. For more information please call 310-545-8244.

beGInnInG aGaIn

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation and divorce.

The next meeting is Tuesday, March 19, from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic will be "Forgiveness."

PasToral Care

Care noTes Can helP you CoPe Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics, such as

Drinking or Doing Drugs - Feeling Pressured Simple Ways to Improve Your Self-Esteem Six Great Ways to Heal and Strengthen Your Family

Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.

If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs, contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

Stewardship ReflectionsAs Christian stewards we are expected to use some of our gift of Time in prayer. That's very easy to do when something goes wrong in our life. It’s a normal response to turn to prayer. If we are stressed, frightened, or upset, most of us know there is no better way to ease our burden than to turn to Christ in our time of need. It's also easy to say a prayer of thanks when something special happens in our lives; a new family member, wedding anniversary or some other life milestone.

But, do we also find ourselves turning to Christ in "ordinary times"?

Every day is a gift from God and if we have a day when nothing unusual or challenging has occurred, are we thankful? What may seem like a mundane, status quo kind of day is a blessing. And, if we are blessed, we should give thanks in prayer. A good time to do this is in the evening or just before bed. This is an opportunity to spend some of your time with the Lord in reviewing the day.

Be thankful for your ordinary experiences during the day, seek forgiveness for any transgressions and ask for help and support for the next day.

As stewards, we know the power of

prayer. We must remember that prayer is necessary in good times, bad times and ordinary times. Everything we receive from God, whether challenging, ordinary or triumphant, is a gift and we should be thankful for these gifts.

Thank you for supporting our local parishes and schools in need! If you have not yet participated in this year's campaign, please pick up an envelope in the vestibule of the Church and contribute.

American Martyrs' goal this year is to have all parishioners "reach out ... and make a meaningful difference in the lives of

people in need right here in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles."

faITh dIreCT During Lent we focus our daily activities on growing closer to Christ through an increase in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It is a wonderful goal to try to extend some of the changes we make in our lives beyond the liturgical season.

Signing up with Faith Direct is a great way to focus on almsgiving throughout the year. It is a secure and convenient way to make a conscious decision about your financial support of our many wonderful ministries.

Enroll online at w w w. Fa i t h D i r e c t . n e t , our church code is CA308.

As always, know that your generosity is truly a gift from God.

sPIrITual lIbrary open on SundayS, 10:aM-4:00pM

Are you looking for an inspiring or devotional book to help you on your faith journey?

Try Streams of Contentment by Robert J. Wicks.

Life is simpler than we make it. Is it possible for us to miss our lives in the same way we miss a plane? This little book offers a simple prescription for finding contentment: have low expectations and high hopes, discover the surprising power of humility, recognize that a little silence and solitude is no small thing.

Find this book and more in the "upper rooM" Spiritual Library.

Tas te and see the goodness o f the Lord.

Ps 34



Commission Chair: Tom Hoffarth 310-378-2726 / s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g resPeCT lIfe MInIsTry

POST ABORTION HEALING “Abortion has been legal nationwide for 40 years, and contrary to promises that it would free women, there is growing evidence that many women who have had abortions are suffering from a range of physical, emotional and spiritual burdens .… Abortion supporters do not want to acknowledge the suffering and regret, but pro-lifers offer healing. For over 25 years, Catholic dioceses across the United States have provided healing and reconciliation to women and men who are suffering in the aftermath of abortion through the Project Rachel ministry. Project Rachel ( w w w. H o p e A f t e r A b o r t i o n . o r g ) counselors and priests share the good news that God’s mercy is greater than any sin, including abortion.”

Winning Words of Life, Knights of Columbus

SAVE THE DATE! The Pregnancy Help Center in Torrance will hold their 26th Annual WALK FOR LIFE on Saturday, May 18 at 8:30aM, starting at Veteran's Park, Redondo Beach.

Why not form a Team to walk and raise money with other members of your ministry, family or group of friends? You’ll support the services of this life-saving organization in our community, get some great exercise, and enjoy a fun 5K walk with others along the beautiful Pacific Ocean! Registration information coming soon.

For information about the Respect Life Ministry, contact Russ or Kim Neglia, 310-316-3845 / r u n e g l i a @ v e r i z o n . n e t or Steve Perry, s t e v e n . m i c h a e l . p e r r y @ g m a i l . c o m FOR LENT

FOR LIFEWHAT YOU GIVE

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CHANGES LIVES.

This Lent, our parish will participate in CRS Rice Bowl. Through this Lenten faith

formation program, we will pray together; give things up, or fast in solidarity with

those who hunger; learn about our global community and the challenges of hunger

and poverty around the world; and give sacrificial donations to those in need.

Take a Rice Bowl and Spiritual Guide to enhance your Lenten experience at home.

Make a plan for your personal Lenten observances.

PRAY — set aside a time each week for prayer and reflection

FAST — consider what you will give up for Lent

GIVE — help those in need by giving through CRS Rice Bowl

Visit crsricebowl.org to watch videos, find fun activities and learn more about

the difference your prayers, fasting and almsgiving make in the lives of our brothers

and sisters in need.

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS is motivated by the example of Jesus Christ to assist the poor and suffering in nearly 100 countries on the basis of need, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Ninety-four percent of our expenditures go directly to programs that benefit the poor overseas. Our programs touch more than 100 million lives.

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Fostering Community Banking in the Dominican Republic

CRS Rice Bowl invites us to learn about the Dominican Republic

this week, where CRS helps women form savings and lending communities that help them save money and access small loans for new businesses. Pray for these women who have the courage to start their own businesses, and make a contribution to your Rice Bowl to support people working to provide a better livelihood for their families.

Go to c r s r i c e b o w l . o r g to "activate your rice BoWl" - help put American Martyrs on the map!

On Saturday, March 23, please join us in our first

“Faith in action: american martyrs Day oF Volunteering”

sponsored by the Social Justice & Outreach Commission. Some of the projects are:• a Habitat for HuManity home restoration,• a Heal tHe bay beach cleanup,• visits to a senior center,• collecting items for good Shepherd Shelter,•making sack lunches for a visit to a “heartS for

the hungry” destination,• collecting items for downtown woMen'S center,• visits to an animal shelter.

See our website, a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g for details on the projects and to sign-up.

contact: Tom Hoffarth, s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g .

Donations Needed: 400 Spanish Copies of Fr. Greg Boyle's book "Tattoos on the Heart"Founder of L.A.'s Homeboy Industries, Fr. Greg has provided hope and futures to gang members locally for 25+ years. Through God's grace and hope renewed international, "Tattoos on the Heart" has made its way to incarcerated gang members in Guatemala and is bringing hope there as well.

Help us get this book in the hands of those who need it most!{pages, a bookstore} in Manhattan Beach is offering a 20% discount off the cover price of Fr. Greg Boyle's profound book "Tattoos on the Heart" (Spanish version).Your book donations will be signed by Fr. Greg and personally distributed by him to incarcerated gang members during his June visit to Guatemala. We thank you for your support of providing this gift to the most broken among us.

For more information, contact Lorri Perreault at l o r r i l a r i m o r e @ h o t m a i l . c o m / 310-994-5436.

As part of the March 23 "Day of Volunteering", there will be a St. Vincent de Paul "Bundle Saturday" March 23, 8:30am - 3:00pmThe "Bundle" truck will be here to collect your useable clothing and useable household items. They are also in great need of furniture and large appliances. You may call them for home pick-up of these heavy items, 323-224-6280 or 800-97-HELP-1.


WeddInG InforMaTIon evenInG Engaged couples interested in being married at American Martyrs must first attend a “Wedding Information Evening”. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20, from 7:00-8:00pM in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room. This meeting will cover details about the Catholic marriage preparation process and other requirements.

If you are a parishioner getting married at another parish, you also need to attend. Please bring paper and pencil. For more info, contact Judy & Gary Gonser, 310-643-9655 or j u d i t h . m . g o n s e r @ a e r o. o r g .

baPTIsM Class Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs.

Upcoming class is Thursday, March 14. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. See the schedule of classes at americanmar t yrs.org.

faITh forMaTIon

onGoInG faITh forMaTIon & enrIChMenT

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 in the Spirituality Center contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER:Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-545-7920

MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP2nd and 4th Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm, in the Spirituality Center ChapelEvening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chapletcontact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan roomcontact: Avito Moniz, 310-376-2065SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sundays, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651

Belonging: “Come Unto Me”Contemplative Prayer Lenten Retreat ≈ Open to All

Tuesday evenings of Lent and Holy Week7:30pM - 8:30pM,

St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center (use Pacific Ave. entrance)

Each of us longs for belonging. Our basic search is what drives our lives. Jesus very clearly, in simple terms, defines belonging, invites us to Him, and shows us the way. For these evenings during Lent, we are invited to pause in prayer to examine our lives more deeply in the light of God’s unfailing grace.Join us for two 20 minute periods of silent prayer, closing with “Our Father”. At the end of the hour, we will be given reflection questions with brief instructions for our personal "at home" meditation. Handouts will be available for missed sessions.For Tuesday of Holy Week, we will respond as a faith community to the question Jesus asks: “Can you not watch with Me one hour?” Matt. 26:40 Please join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! For further information, call Donna Ennis 310-545-7920“Come unto Me, all you who labor, and I will give you rest.” Matt 11:28

Msgr. Barry’sLenten Retreat

Thursday, March 21, 2013O’Donnell Hall

ALL ARE INVITED FRIENDS, FAMILY, NEIGHBORS

8:00am Complimentary Buffet Breakfast 9:00am Monsignor John Barry 10:30am Sacrament of Reconciliation 12:10pm Mass 12:50pm Sack Lunch (BYO) (beverage & dessert will be provided) 1:30pm Stations of the Cross

Sponsored by the Altar Society Call Dorothy Higi for more information, 310-545-2016

l o g o s B i B l e s t u D y

NO CLASS TONIGHT, MARCH 10.

Join us next Sunday, March 17.



faITh forMaTIon - In our faMIlIes

The “Lenten” $5 Friday Pizza Lunch at the Gym Lunch comes with chips, a dr ink and cheese pizza

DID YOU KNOW? Archdiocese Abuse Prevention & Reporting Brochure Is OnlineThe Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ 2012 “Working Together to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse” brochure is available online in English and Spanish. The brochure lists all of the Archdiocese’s Safe Environment offices and contact information, as well as how and where to report abuse or suspected abuse to civil authorities in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.

The Brochure is available for download in English at: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/safeguard/Documents/2012-0321_Working_Together_Brochure-EN.pdf.

For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

A M E R I C A N M A R T Y R S Y O U T H M I N I S T R Y

aMerICan MarTyrs youTh MInIsTry Every Tuesday Night - teen tuesDay nigHts! Join us for prayer, games, tutoring, homework time, and prep for future Life Nights! We meet at 6:00pm every Tuesday in Holy Family House.

If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica Leon at m l e o n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM contact: a m y m @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

American Martyrs School

sCrIP Corner Spring is just around the corner and that means cleaning out the closetsThree local dry cleaners - door to door, PatterSon, Strand CleanerS - are proud supporters of our scrip program. When you purchase gift certificates for these businesses from us, you support our schools and ministries. If you use them already, please consider using scrip to pay your bill; if not, then give them a try.

Sales Hours: Weekdays, 7:45aM - 3:45pM (Fridays till 1:00pm) Sunday, 7:45aM - 11:30aM

For special orders or information about scrip cards, contact the scrip office, 310-545-5651 x289 / s c r i p @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g.

faMIlIes In faITh - aMs and sre neWs Our Lenten journey in March is full of opportunities for prayer, fasting and charity.

Stations of the Cross AMS - Monday, March 11 and March 18 - 2:15pM SRE - Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20

SRE Classes for Grades 1-6 and 7-8 March 12-13 - bring Mac n Cheese for Loaves and Fishes March 19-20 Junior Hi Fun Night - Friday, March 15 at Disneyland The bus leaves at 3:30pM and we look forward to seeing you!

Bunnies for the Good Shepherd Center Once again we are collecting bunnies for the Good Shepherd Center for families escaping domestic violence.

Please bring a new stuffed bunny to the SRE office by March 19. Thanks to you, they enjoy a wonderful Easter Party each year.

Special Sacrament - First Holy Communion Sunday, April 7, at the 9:30aM Mass

Please continue to remember our collection of small change for the Mission Childhood Association, dedicated to the mission of children helping children, as we hope to join the children throughout Los Angeles to build an orphanage.

"For more than 160 years, through the initiative of the French bishop Charles de Forbin Janson, the childhood of

Jesus has become the icon for the commitment of Christian children who help the Church in her task of evangelization

by prayer, sacrifice and gestures of solidarity....Thousands of children meet the needs of other children, driven by the love

that the Son of God, become a child, brought to the earth. I say thanks to these little ones and I pray that they will

always be missionaries."

- Pope Benedict XVI Thanks Little Ones for Missionary Work

Contact Patti Williams for more information, 310-546-4734 or 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

14Th annual aMs Golf ClassIC - save The daTe

All are welcome! Parishioners, AMS parents, alumni, and our local community - Monday, April 29 at the historic and beautiful Palos Verdes Golf Club. Don’t miss out, register early - last year sold out!! Go to a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g for the link to the online golf registration.

This year’s event will have many new and exciting additions, so be prepared for a day of surprises, friendship and fun! Not a golfer or tennis player? No problem, join us for dinner, the live and silent auction and of course Ms. Connelly’s helicopter ball drop!

For sponsorship opportunities (some new and improved!) and auction donations, contact: Suzanne Knittel at s b u r n s k n i t t e l @ g m a i l . c o m or Susan Petroni at [email protected].


Contact Information & Resources

A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-214-4851CASA 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

SACRAMENTSBAPTISM 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays, 1:00pm Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call 310-545-5651 for an appointment.

RECONCILIATION (PENANCE) Tuesday: 7:00 - 7:15am Wednesday: 5:30 - 6:00pm Thursday: 7:00 - 7:15am Saturday: 8:30 - 9am, 4:00 - 4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4:00 - 4:30pm Confessions by request at anytime.

MARRIAGE Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.

americanmartyrs.org

American Martyrs Sunday Mass is available for TV viewing

on Time Warner Cable, channel 165,

Sundays from 4:00-5:00pM. There is a one week delay

in air time.

business Manager Bob Hodges bhodges@americanmar t yrs.org

pastoral CounCil president Kelly Champion pcpresident@americanmar tyrs.org310-379-1167

adult baptisM, ConfirMation & euCHarist

Deacon Derek & Terri Brown rc ia@americanmar t yrs.org

baptisM preparation Deacon Fred & Suzie Rose deaconfred@americanmar t yrs.org

funeral planning & bereaveMent

Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea camantea@americanmar t yrs.orgyamantea@americanmar t yrs.org

liturgy & WorsHip Deacon Derek & Terri Brown dbrown@americanmar t yrs.orgtbrown@americanmar t yrs.org

stepHen Ministry Deacon Dick & Patti Williams 310-545-8244

finanCe direCtor Pattie Johnson pjohnson@americanmar t yrs.org

gyM, field & atHletiCs Lou Ann Selsky 310-802-8720

MusiC direCtor Bill Svarda 310-640-8505

parisH Center adMinistrator & faCilities Coordinator

Dottie Arias dott ie@americanmar t yrs.org

parisH CoMMuniCations Anne Riordan ar iordan@americanmar t yrs.org

plant Manager Tony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@americanmar t yrs.org

reCtory offiCe adMinistrator Laurie Oester, Ph.D rec tor y@americanmar t yrs.org

volunteer Ministry forMation Jenny Attanasio jattanasio@americanmar t yrs.org

rectory 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639 fax 310-546-9209

ParisH center 1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639 fax 310-545-3971

prinCipal Camryn Connelly ams@americanmar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs scHool 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559 fax 310-545-3971

direCtor, presCHool Jeannie Wood preschool@americanmar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs PrescHool 1705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-802-8149

religious eDucation 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-546-4734direCtor, religious eduCation Patti Williams pwil l iams@americanmar t yrs.org

direCtor, youtH Ministry Monica Leon amym@americanmar t yrs.org

direCtor, sunday presCHool sunday presCHool eMeritus

April BeuderSr. Mary Irene Flanagan

310-546-6311

PARISH FACILITIES

PARISH CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Center Office and Saint Kateri Room (enter from Deegan Place) O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room (enter from O'Donnell parking lot)

GYM - 701 15th Street 310-802-8720 Use parking structure and crosswalk

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Use lower level entrance next to Gym

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

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



GyM aCTIvITIes SeniorS exerCiSe - Community is welcome! Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am

Women'S VolleyBall Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00-10:00am. Interested in playing and learning indoor volleyball with other women from the South Bay area? Join us! We welcome all players from beginners to more advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. Any questions, contact Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]

men’S and Women’S Coed VolleyBall Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. For information or signups, contact John Wargnier 310-796-1058 / j o h n w a r g n i e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

gyM contact: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-0720 [email protected]

Gym & Field

GyM & fIeld renTals For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720 For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.

Beyond our Parish

PREGNANCY HELP CENTER - Volunteer Training, March 16Next volunteer training is scheduled for Saturday, March 16. Please call the Center, 310-320-8976, for details. Thank you!

ACCW DISTRICT MEETING - Tuesday, March 19, 9:30am -1:30Pm

The Southwestern District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women will have a District Meeting at St. James Church in Redondo Beach. The day includes a speaker (Dominic Berardino:

"Life beyond the veil of death, a Catholic perspective.") Mass and lunch. $10 per person, PREPAID, by March 14 deadline to Jeanine Hamada, 3519 W. 225th Street, Torrance, CA 90505.For carpool and RSVP, call Judy Parnin, 310-374-9804.Every Catholic Woman is a member of ACCW and there are NO DUES!

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT If your life involves caring for or support of a family member with Dementia/Alzheimer’s, there is a caring support group to encourage and discuss the impact of this disease on you and your life.

The group meets weekly, on Thursdays at 11:30aM in Culver City. Contact Pamela O’Mara, p p o m a r a @ v e r i z o n . n e t / 310-901-5515.

SISTER STRIKES AGAIN at NOTRE DAME ACADEMY - March 16Just when you thought it was safe to go into the classroom... Sister is back, BIGGER and BADDER than ever. Yes, there is a sequel to that heavenly theatrical wonder, LATE NIGHT CATECHISM.

Benefitting Notre Dame Academy the night includes Dining and Cocktails under the Stars,

the show 'Sister Strikes Again 2' and Auction; $75 per ticket.

Go to w w w. n d a l a . c o m to order your tickets!

Prayer For tHe election oF a neW PoPe

O God, eternal shepherd, who govern your flock with

unfailing care, grant in your boundless

fatherly love a pastor for your Church

who will please you by his holiness

and to us show watchful care.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you in the unity

of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Prayer For PoPe BeneDict XviO God, true shepherd of all the faithful, look with kindness on your servant Pope Benedict XVI, whom you set as head and shepherd of Your Church. We give you thanks for your grace at work in him as he had led us by word and example: in his teaching, in his prayer and in his great love.Grant him your strength in frailty, comfort in sorrow, and serenity amid the trials of this world; and guide your Church, built on the rock of Peter, with the power of your Spirit as we continue on the path that leads to you.Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

From papal tranSitionS (see more at usccb.org)

Does the Church have a formal name for the transition period from one pope to another?

Yes, in fact, this period is referred to by two names. Sede vacante, in the Church’s official Latin, is translated "vacant see," meaning that the see (or diocese) of Rome is without a bishop. In the 20th century this transition averaged just 17 days. It is also referred to as the Interregnum, a reference to the days when popes were also temporal monarchs who reigned over vast territories. This situation has almost always been created by the death of a pope, but it may also be created by resignation.

American Martyrs Catholic Church | www.AMERICANMARTYRS.org WelCoMe Table Are you new to American Martyrs? Have you moved?

Stop by the Welcome Table THIS WEEKEND and let us update your information or register you in the Parish.

Looking to get more involved? We can help with that too! For more information, please contact Harriet Rapista at

r a p i s t a 9 0 2 7 8 @ v e r i z o n . n e t or 310-947-2416.

th i S We e k at ho m e MonDay, MarcH 11 - exaMining prayer StyleS In today’s Gospel, notice how directly the royal official states his longing: “Sir, come down before my little boy dies.” He must have enormous trust in Jesus’s word because without any proof of healing, he “started on his way.” What can we learn from him about directness and confidence in prayer?

tuesDay, MarcH 12 - not the oBviouS anSwer The invalid never answers Jesus’s question, “Do you want to be made well?” How would we answer? While “yes” may seem obvious, sometimes people trapped in unhealthy situations fail to recognize the pay-offs that hold them. Some enjoy the “victim” stance, others like attention, and still others are shackled by inertia. What challenges might the cured person in today’s Gospel encounter after thirty-eight years? What challenges might you meet if you were cured?

WeDnesDay, MarcH 13 - Bringing Spirituality to work When Jesus says, “My Father is still working, and I also am working," He recalls the creativity of Genesis. God, who made the oceans, mountains, animals, and people, has not ceased activity. God continues to stir the waters of creation. This is a good day to examine your work. Even when you aren’t doing direct service, how is the workplace holy? How are you a sign of God’s presence in a home, school, bank, post office, store, or office? The Second Vatican Council called the laity to be Christ’s presence in churches (proclaiming, singing, teaching, and so forth), and also in the world of work, doing a good job with skill and integrity.

tHursDay, MarcH 14 - whoSe affirMation? In today’s Gospel Jesus says, “the very works that I am doing, testify on my behalf.” He needs no elaborate words; He simply points to the testimony of His life. Could we say the same? Or do we need words to disguise non-action? Jesus then asks, “How can you believe when you accept glory from one another and do not seek the glory that comes from the one who alone is God?” Are we so quick to seek human applause that we do not spend time in quiet, listening for God’s affirmation, the only One that counts? FriDay, MarcH 15 - here coMeS uncertainty! Confronting a divine mystery, the people of today’s Gospel argue, question authority, categorize, check origins and credentials, and demonize. The resulting frustration can almost be heard in Jesus’s voice. He wants to give a gift: they want to fit Him into a neat mental construct. Have any recent experiences moved beyond your own established frameworks? How did you receive them? Today, ask for grace to welcome surprises. saturDay, MarcH 16 - two tell it like it iS Nicodemus’s voice pops into today’s discussion with clarity and fairness. The other honest comment comes from Temple police: “Never has anyone spoken like this!” The Pharisees don’t want to hear either voice, and threaten the speakers that they’ve been deceived, or fallen under Jesus’s influence. They want to slam the door on this teacher who doesn’t fit any preconceived boxes. The Gospel invites personal reflection. With whom do we identify? Would we express honest awe, even for an unorthodox preacher? Or would we be uncomfortable with the unusual? The best theology invites us into mystery. © 2012 Liturgy Training Publications. 1-800-933-1800. Written by Kathy Coffey. Scripture quotations are from The New Revised Standard Version Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright © 1993 and 1989 by the Division of Chris-tian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Permission to publish granted by the Archdiocese of Chicago on September 5, 2012..

Find Msgr. Barry’s daily Lenten Reflections

on our website and Facebook page

Loaves and Fishes, the month long food drive sponsored by AM Life Teen,

is happening this month. All items collected will be given to our sister parish, St. Lawrence of Brindisi in Watts.

Shopping List:

Oatmeal (individual packets)•Cereal•PeanutButter Rice•Beans•Soups•Tuna

Spaghetti(pasta)•Spaghettisauce•Mac'n'cheese•Cannedmeats•Cannedvegetables•Cannedfruit

Please bring your filled grocery bag back THIS WEEKEND OR NEXT WEEKEND.

Thank you for your support! American Martyrs

Life Teen

A Lenten Event sponsored by the Faith Formation Commission

“BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND”A mind renewing retreat

with Monsignor Barry

Saturday, March 168:00aM - 1:00pM

The retreat will begin with Mass in the Church

and continue in the St. Kateri Room.

Complimentary breakfast will be served.

Please RSVP to Kathy Crawley, k a t h y c r a w l @ a o l . c o m if you are planning to attend.