MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. SUNDAY MASS ON SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY: IN ENGLISH 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Teen Mass) DOMINGO-MISA EN ESPAÑOL: 12:30 p.m.

HOLY DAYS: 7:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Evening before Holy Days: 7:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. BAPTISM: Infants & Children register in the Rectory Office RCIA: Call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478 MARRIAGES: Couples must call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance.

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Ave. Montebello, California 90640

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CONTACT/INFORMATION

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmparish.com Email: olmm1950@gmail.com (323) 725-7578 Fax (323) 722-2654 Office Hours Monday—Friday- 8am-5pm Saturday— 8am-4pm Sunday— 8am-2:30pm

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Vianney, Pastor Monsignor Juan Matas, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Fred Rios, Permanent Deacon Deacon Fred Lara, Permanent Deacon

Administrative Staff

Connie Lizarraga, Administrative Assistant Camelia Robles, Social Service Director/Plant Man-ager

Ministries

Roy Ramirez, Youth Confirmation olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com

WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS

We encourage all Catholic adults living within the parish, and those who would like to join our parish to register. We are blessed to have you celebrate with us, and we warmly welcome you to our parish family! To register please contact the Rectory Office.

Roy Ramirez, RCIA (323)725-7578 Ext. 313 or (562) 879-9478

Alan Leoncio, Music Coordinator (323) 725-7578

Religious Education

Irma Montreal, Coordinator (323) 725-7578, Ext. 312

Eucharistic Ministers

Hector Medrano (323)725-7578 etorin45@gmail.com Lectors

Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668 Altar Servers

Irma Montreal (323)725-7578 ext. 312

irmamontreal@yahoo.com Christine Silva, Bulletin (323)725-7578

olmmbulletin@gmail.com

Parish School 840 North Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmschool.com (323) 728-5435 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

NOVENA: Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Monday, 7:00 p.m.

ADORATION: Second Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: After 7:30 a.m. Mass

HOLY HOUR AND ROSARY OF THE UNBORN: 3rd Wednes-day, 8:00 a.m.

24 HRS. PREGNANCY PRO-LIFE: Hotline (323) 261-0731 LINEA DE EMERGENCIA PRO-VIDA 24 hrs. (323) 261-0731

Monday, September 2 7:30a.m. ---------------- No evening Mass (Holiday) Tuesday, Wednesday - September 3 & 4. 7:30a.m. --------------- 7:00p.m. Kyan L., Brandon G. Thursday, Friday - September 5, 6 7:30 a.m. --------------- 7:00 p.m. Isaac L., Skye L. Saturday - September 7 7:30 a.m. --------------- 5:00 p.m. David A., Daniel A., Andrew A., Carissa G. Sunday - September 8 8:30 a.m. Caroline M., Emma M., Luciana T. 10:30 a.m. Gustavo G., Dominic L., Emiliano Ll., Cesar O. 12:30 p.m. Jesus L., Matilda L., Oliva M., Giselle A. 6:00 p.m. Aurora M., Annabella M.

LABOR DAY Monday, September 2nd is the Labor Day Holiday. The Rectory Office will be CLOSED. There will be only ONE Mass on Monday, at 7:30 a.m. This will be our Novena Mass. Have a happy and safe holiday!

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SUNDAY, September 1, 2019 8:30 am Parish Family 10:30 am Maria V. Caringal Becky Lucido Jesse Owens 12:30 pm Alfredo D. Del Real Viki & Maria Hernandez 6:00 pm Richard Molina Gerry Garibay Jr. MONDAY, September 2 (Labor Day Holiday) 7:30 am Mer Angeles (Liv. B’day) Rodolfo Antonio Ostos-Campos (Dec.) 7:00 pm No evening Mass (Holiday) TUESDAY, September 3 7:30 am Carmen Anaya (Dec.) Felicidad C. Buenaventura (Dec. 30 Days.) 7:00 pm Nathaniel Maneja (Liv. B’day) Jerry Sells (liv. B’day) WEDNESDAY, September 4 7:30 am Ernie & Josie Manriquez (Dec. Wedd. Anniv.) Isabel Muro (Dec.) 7:00 pm Armando & Mary Blanco (Liv. Wedd. Anniv.) THURSDAY, September 5 7:30 am Becky & Tim Lucido (Liv. 45th Wedd. Anniv.) 7:00 pm FRIDAY, September 6 7:30 am 7:00 pm Jess & Cuca Rodriguez (Dec.) Jorge, Genoveva Boco & May Boco Peralta (Dec.) Rod Recendez (Dec. Anniv.) Erlinda & Frank Martinez (Dec.) SATURDAY, September 7 7:30 am Bertha Osorio (Dec.) 5:00 pm Dr. Frank A. De Vela Richard Molina Valentina, Nancy & Eugenio Ching Mary S. Rodriguez Louis C. Rodriguez Tony Cole Trisha Cole Genzuck

Preview of Next Sunday’s Readings Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 8, 2019 First reading: Wisdom 9:13-18b Second reading: Philemon 9-10, 12-17 Gospel: Luke 14:25-33 A reading from the Book of Wisdom Who can know God’s counsel, or who can conceive what the LORD intends? For the deliberations of mortals are timid, and unsure are our plans. For the corruptible body burdens the soul and the earthen shelter weighs down the mind that has many concerns. And scarce do we guess the things on earth, and what is within our grasp we find with difficulty, but when things are in heaven, who can search them out? Or who ever knew your counsel, except you had given wisdom and sent your holy spirit from on high? And thus were the paths of those on earth made straight. A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to Philemon I, Paul, an old man, and now also a prisoner for Christ Jesus, urge you on behalf of my child Onesimus, whose father I have become in my imprisonment; I am sending him, that is, my own heart, back to you. I should have liked to retain him for myself, so that he might serve me on your behalf in my impris-onment for the gospel, but I did not want to do anything without your consent, so that the good you do might not be forced but voluntary. Perhaps this is why he was away from you for a while, that you might have him back forever, no longer as a slave but more than a slave, a brother, beloved especially to me, but even more so to you, as a man and in the Lord. So if you regard me as a partner, welcome him as you would me. A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke Great crowds were traveling with Jesus, and he turned and ad-dressed them, “If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple. Which of you wishing to construct a tower does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if there is enough for its completion? Otherwise, after laying the foundation and finding himself un-able to finish the work the onlookers should laugh at him and say, ‘This one began to build but did not have the resources to finish.’ Or what king marching into battle would not first sit down and decide whether with ten thousand troops he can suc-cessfully oppose another king advancing upon him with twenty thousand troops? But if not, while he is still far away, he will send a delegation to ask for peace terms. In the same way, anyone of you who does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple.”

Pray for the Dead PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our Parishioners,

Rev. Carlos J. Villasmil and Lupe Paredez Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

MASS INTENTIONS

Check out the website for our parish,

www.olmmparish.com.

If you wish to reach us via

Email: olmm1950@gmail.com

SUNDAY COLLECTION Due to the Holiday, the bulletin had to be submitted before the

Sunday, August 25th collection. Therefore, figures will be posted in the bulletin of September 8, 2019.

Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible.

God Bless and reward you for your continued support to our Parish.

Religious Education Office Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 1, 2019 Sunday’s Gospel Luke 14:1,7-14. Reflection for Parents Most often the role of a parent is cast in humility. When we think back on our own childhoods, even if we have taken the time to tell our parents how much we appreciate all they did for us, children rarely take in the whole scope of what their parents do for them. Yes, in some cases we might even say what par-ents sacrifice for them, but it’s hard to call something a sacri-fice when it’s given out of love. Still, parents know what it means to provide for someone who cannot repay us. We don’t expect our children to repay us financially for what we’ve given them in food, clothing, shelter, educa-tion, and entertainment. Not only is it not real-istic, but it’s just not the way it works! We understand the meaning of this Gospel in con-nection with our children, but how much greater our understanding will be if we reach beyond our own family to provide for someone in our society who cannot begin to repay us Bringing the Good News Into Your Family Using your parish bulletin, local newspaper, or knowledge you have of your community, find someone or a group of people who cannot repay a kindness from you. Decide as a family what you will do to serve this person or group. Perhaps you can help serve a meal at a soup kitchen or hunger center. Maybe you can provide clothing or transportation to a family strug-gling at this time. You might look for non-profit organizations that rely on volunteers in order to provide services to the com-munity. When you have finished your service experience, read this passage again and share together how you lived the Gospel message this week. Question of the Week Children: Does it make you a better person to be chosen first for a team or some other honor? Why or why not? Adults: Has the hunger for status and influence in the world around you endangered your life as a Christian? Pregunta de la semana Niños: ¿Te hace mejor persona el ser escogido primero para jugar en un equipo o algún otro honor parecido? ¿Por qué o por qué no? Adultos: ¿Ha puesto en peligro tu vida como cristiano el ham-bre de categoría e influencia en el mundo que te rodea? Attention Parents Classes will start Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Hours: 6:15pm to 7:45pm. Thank you and God bless.

Year - I September 18, 2019 at 6:30pm in Laboure

Year - II September 25, 2019 at 6:30pm in Laboure

LOOKING FOR A HALL TO RENT? Are you planning a baby shower, Baptism celebration, birth-day party, wedding celebration, wedding anniversary celebra-tion, Quinceaños, or other special event and need a hall to use for the event? Look no further! Laboure Center and Watter-son Hall are available for you to hold that important event you are planning! Please contact Camelia in the Rectory Office at 323-725-7578.

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Youth Confirmation

Our Youth Confirmation program is for high

school students. It is a two-year journey involv-ing faith formation classes, retreats and commu-nity service hours leading to the gifts of the Holy

Spirit and the Sacrament of Confirmation.

We are still taking registration for Year 1 and Year 2 Confirmation. Please visit our rectory or

our parish website to receive an application.

Baptismal Certificate and $25.00 Application Fee are due upon submission of application.

Please submit all applications to the Youth Confirmation Office.

Class Schedule

Year 1 - September 8 Year 2- September 15 Year 1- September 22 Year 2- September 29

For questions, please email Cristina at olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com or

contact Roy Ramirez, Youth Confirmation Director

at 562-879-9478.

¿SABIA USTED?

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DID YOU KNOW? The right kind of touch is important for children Children are often naturally affectionate and trusting, and this can lead to unexpected hugs or touches that indicate their love for the adults in their lives. For adults who are aware that some touching can be inappropriate or can appear to be a boundary violation even though it was initiated by the child, it can be difficult to respond in these instances. Healthy, appropriate touch is important for children. Use these instances as teach-able moments where you can affirm your affection in words and guide an appropriate touch by description and exam-ple. Some examples of this could include patting a child on the shoulder or back, high fives, holding hands out of the classroom or when crossing the street, or helping a young child tie his shoelaces. As part of our commitment, the Archdiocese has updated the www.archla.org/protect website with valuable information and resources on how to protect our children and young people from child sexual abuse. For more information, read the VIRTUS® article “The Healing Power of Touch, Part II” at http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-Current-Online-Articles.aspx.

.El tipo correcto de contacto es importante para los niños

Los niños a menudo son naturalmente cariñosos y confiados, y esto puede llevar a abrazos o contactos inesperados que indi-can su amor por los adultos en sus vidas. Para los adultos que son conscientes de que un poco de contacto físico puede ser inapropiado o puede parecer una violación de los límites aun-que el niño lo haya iniciado, puede ser difícil responder en estos casos. Es importante enseñar a los niños cuáles son los contactos saludables y apropiados. Como padre de familia, puede usar algunos momentos con sus hijos para afirmar su afecto hacia ellos con palabras y ejemplos de contactos apropi-ados seguidos de una descripción. Algunos ejemplos podrían incluir darle una palmadita a un niño en el hombro o la es-palda, chocar las manos (high fives), tomar las manos del niño o la niña al salir del salón de clases o al cruzar la calle, o ayu-dar a un niño/a pequeño/a a amarrarse los cordones de los za-patos. Como parte de nuestro compromiso, la Arquidiócesis ha actualizado el sitio web www.archla.org/protect con informa-ción valiosa y recursos sobre cómo proteger a nuestros niños y jóvenes del abuso sexual infantil. Para obtener más informa-ción, lea el artículo de VIRTUS® “The Healing Power of Touch, Part II” (El poder curativo del tacto, parte II) en http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-Current-Online-Articles.aspx.

QUINCEAÑERA MASS If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance at (323) 725-7578, and ask for Chris.

School News

This Sunday, The Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375 will con-duct the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Parents of Girl Scout Troop 6621 will sponsor the Donut Sale. Thank You, to all organizations who give so much of their time to support the Donut Sale. Please be sure to stop by and support them! Are you over the age of 21 years of age and are seeking to

receive the Sacrament of Confirmation? Our 12 week Confirmation class will guide you through the completion of your Baptism. Baptism marked the start of your relationship with Christ. Your soul changed permanently and you were filled with grace from God. Through Confirmation, the Holy Spirit strengthens these graces. This Confirmation Journey brings you closer to Christ and better prepares you to face the daily challenges of Christian life, in marriage, as a sponsor or Godparent. Registration begins November 2019! For more information, call Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or email: olmmrcia@gmail.com

SPRING PROMOTION If you’re looking for a safe, nurturing and family-oriented environment where your child can develop and learn from, look no further. Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish School takes pride in their legacy of educating the child, motivating them toward faith, service, and excellence. We are currently offering our Spring Promotion/Early Bird Discount: ALL Registration and Testing Fees WAIVED for NEW families, a total savings of $250! To find out more about the benefits of a Catholic and Vincentian education at OLMM Parish School, visit our website www.olmmschool.com or call the office (323) 728-5435 to schedule a tour. Applications are available for download on our school website. Open enrollment is currently in progress from Pre-K to 7th grade. Financial Aid is available!

Did you know you can receive credit for referring a new family to enroll at our school? Spread the news! Invite your friends, family, neighbors to inquire, visit, enroll at our school and you will receive Double Credit $100 $200 discount off your tuition balance for every family that successfully en-rolls for the 2019-2020 school year. For more information call the school office 323-728-5435.

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INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be September 8 English and 15 de Septiembre, Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office to regis-ter for the preparation class for Parents and Godparents. This should be done three months before the desired date of Baptism. Baptism dates are as follows: English, Sept. 22nd., Oct. 20th and Nov. 17th (No Baptisms in December.) Spanish: 29 de Septiembre, 27 de Octubre, 24 de Noviembre. (No Spanish Baptisms in December.) For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

SACRAMENTAL MARRIAGE INFORMATION If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at (323) 725-7578 and ask for Chris.

Are you interested in purchasing a tile for the International Marian Wall? The tiles are purchased to honor your fam-ily, remember someone who passed away, acknowledge that you are an alumni of OLMM, you were married here, re-ceived Sacraments here, etc. For information, please contact the Rectory Office and they can help you through the process of purchasing a com-memorative tile. Thank you, for your support of the Vision 2020 project.

Are you Interested in the Catholic Faith? The R.C.I.A. Program is designed for Adults who are seeking the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Commun-ion. Classes have begun and are held on Sunday in Laboure Center from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

REGISTRATIONS ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED. Applications are available in the Rectory Office and on

the Church website. If you want to know more about the R.C.I.A. Journey of Faith, please call: Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or contact us through our website, olmmrcia@gmail.com You can see current information through Facebook OLMM RCIA. All are welcome!

Sponsored by OLMM VISION 2020 COMMITTEE Saturday, October 5, 2019

Check the bulletin for further information.

Sunday, September 8th after the 10:30 am Mass

Feast Day, of Our Lady of Good Health “Our Lady of Vailankanni”

In preparation for the Feast Day of “Our Lady of Vilankanni” we will start a Novena Prayer on September 1st, until

September 8th, after morning and evening Masses. If you are in need of Physical Healing, join us!

Mother Mary’s Birthday!!! Saturday, September 7th The Legion of Mary will host the Birthday cele-bration of Our Blessed Virgin Mary’s Birthday. All are invited to join the Legion of Mary in the offering of flowers to our Lady, before Mass and

Procession beginning at 7:15 am. Flowers will be provided or you may bring some from your garden. Everyone is invited to join this event. Please bring your children and grandchildren too! Refreshments will be served in the Patio area after Mass.

Knights of Columbus Will be sponsoring “Casino Night” on

Saturday, November 16, 2019 More information to follow in future bulletins!