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SUN. 11/13 33rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

7:30 AM SUSAN TAGUCHI ♦ 9:00 AM MANUELA NODA 10:30 AM ESPERANZA DALAND 12:00 PM ALL SOULS NOVENA 7:30 PM THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA

MON. 11/14 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA8:00 AM VICTORIA OTAÑO

TUE. 11/15 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM LIDIA CHAVEZ

WED. 11/16 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE PICCAROLO FAMILY

THUR. 11/17 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM JOSE ANDRES GOMEZ

FRI. 11/18 6:30 AM ALL SOULS NOVENA 8:00 AM ROSEMARY CAMBRE

SAT. 11/19 8:00 AM DAUGHTERS OF ST. PAUL 5:30 PM ALL SOULS NOVENA

Birthday Support ♦

Anniversary ♥ Memorial

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LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers… Adoracion Vergara Alonia Alexander Baby Adien Sison, Baby Colton Smith Baby Eleanora Ferraro, & family Beatrice Vasek Bertrina De Rouen Beverly Galip Marinelli Brandi Hines Carl Brasil Carolyn Lispcomb Cleofas Prieto Charles Guerra Charles Keglevich Daniel Cathcart David Connolly David Islas Dawn Madere Deanna Marie Messier Deshi Chopra Dina Yordy Donald “Sunny” Sunderlin Elaine Fischel Elena Gomez de Molina Elizabeth Hauser

Faye Johnson Fr. Lancy Pereira Ging Savares Gisela Herrera Hector Salas James Dugan Janet Erike Jeff Hebron Jim Tyrrell Joanna Musacchio Jorden Aponte Jose A. Anaya Josephine Sullivan Joyce Lynn Donnellan Juan Salas Julie Martinez Julian Moran Leo Cullen Lori Caldwell Lysa Dennehy Manuel Villalobos Mary Ann Kwinn Melvin Peluchette Michelle Anaya Michlene “Mimi” HéBert

Nanette Ponte Norma Aaron Nuria Lavilla Brau Olga Hebert Paul Stasiak Peggy Keelaghan Peggy Tyrrell Peter Cathcart Ramiro Gomez de Molina Rosado family Ruth Smith Sandy Dalton Seth Brunett Sr. Eileen Marie (Marleen) Corrigan Stephane Lempire Thatcher Hawk Tom Tyrrell Victoria Mitsakos Yolanda Wygal

Family members please contact the Parish Office to let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray at 310-670-2243.

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK:

November 13th, 2016, 33rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME: Today’s readings paint a somewhat frightening picture of the end of time. But the Gospel ends with the assurance to faithful stewards that those who persevere will be saved.

The Rosary in a time of distraction, by Archbishop Jose H. Gomez: When we pray the rosary, our thoughts are turned with loving attention to Jesus — to the

mysteries of his life, to the face of God that he shows to us. The rosary opens our hearts to God’s plan, his loving will for our lives. This prayer teaches us to listen and to watch — as the Virgin Mary did — for the signs of God’s purposes and work in our daily lives. This prayer teaches us to trust God and seek to do his will in our lives — again, as Mary did. The more we reflect on the life of Jesus, the more we realize that everything he did came from a deep place of prayer, from his loving dialogue with the Father. Big decisions, important gestures — all were made after periods of intense and deliberate prayer. And of course, Jesus is our model. Even with all the duties and pressures we face, we need to make time for our relationship with God — every day. Just getting up 15 minutes earlier in the morning may give us the time we need to begin our day with prayer. Of course, that means going to bed a little earlier — even though we may think we still have work that “needs to get done.” Pray for me and I will be praying for you. And let us ask our Blessed Mother Mary, Our Lady of the Rosary, to help us to grow closer to Jesus and be like him — to make prayer the center of our lives. You can follow Archbishop Gomez daily via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

NEW WORLD OF FAITH

Kids Living Faith: Sunday, November 13th, 2016 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed.

- Luke 21:17-18

Adults sometimes argue about crazy things like money or who should lead the country. But can you imagine people hating someone just because of a name? Jesus told His apostles that would happen, and He was right. The apostles were thrown in jail and brought before judges, all because they preached in Jesus’ name. But we know the apostles will never be destroyed and neither will we. It’s all because of one name—Jesus. Thanks to Jesus, we will live in happiness with Him forever.

Jesus, I will praise your name forever.

♦ Malachi 3:19-20 ♦ Psalm 98:5-9 ♦ 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12 ♦ Luke 21:5-19

Celebrating Our Faith Next Week ~ Saturday, November 19th / Sunday, November 20th

Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita @ 310.216.2001, or the Church Office @ 310.670.2243.

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WE ENCOURAGE ALL TO READ AND REFLECT ON THE BIBLICAL PASSAGES THAT

WILL BE PROCLAIMED AT ALL THE MASSES NEXT WEEK

First Reading — David is anointed king of Israel (2 Samuel 5:1-3). Psalm — Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord (Psalm 122). Second Reading — The Father delivered us to the kingdom of his beloved Son (Colossians 1:12-20). Gospel — The repentant criminal receives Jesus’ promise of Paradise (Luke 23:35-43).

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Saturday, 3:30Saturday, 3:30——5 pm and 7:305 pm and 7:30——8 pm.8 pm.

Masses: Sat: 5:30 p.m. Sun: 7:30 a.m. Sun: 9:00 a.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 p.m.

Celebrants: Msgr. Vadakin Fr. Leszek Fr. Leszek Fr. Tom Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Cox

This Week: Saturday, November 12th / Sunday, November 13th Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

To Receive Holy Communion (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound). Please call Gloria Bowen, Eucharistic Minister to the sick at 310-670-5971.

Reflections on Today’s Readings:

FOCUS: Jesus gives us the grace and strength needed to persevere in faith. Throughout His life and ministry, Jesus taught clearly that there is a cost to living as His faithful disciples. We may be rejected or persecuted for the sake of our faith. We need not fear, however, for Jesus promises to give us the grace and strength to persevere.

LITURGY OF THE WORD: The first reading explains that the day is coming when the Lord will punish evildoers, but bring healing to the just. Paul’s words in Thessalonians urge those who are idle to keep busy and work quietly to earn their own food. In the Gospel, Jesus tells His disciples that He will give them a wisdom in speaking that will render their adversaries powerless to resist or refute.

DR. AMIR HUSSAIN, A CANADIAN MUSLIM, is a professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University, where he teaches courses on Islam and world religions. He'll visit the University Catholic Center at UCLA, 633 Gayley Avenue, on Tuesday, November 15th at 7:00pm to speak on “Muslims and the Making of America.” This is the title of his just-published book from Baylor University Press, focusing on how Islam and American Muslims have been, and continue to be, impor-tant threads in the fabric of American life. A much-sought after expert in the subject of contemporary Mus-lim societies in North America, Amir is the author or editor of five books as well as over 50 scholarly articles and book chapters and from 2011 to 2015, served as edi-tor of the Journal of the American Academy of Religion. For more information, call (310)-208-5015 or visit www.uccla.org.

Ministry in Community…

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A Mass to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe will be offered on Monday, December 12th at Monday, December 12th at Monday, December 12th at

6:30 pm6:30 pm6:30 pm, here at St, Anastasia. Fr. Leszek will officiate. A reception will follow in Diamond Courtyard. All are welcome!

Vatican Clarifies the Rules for Cremation: Bury, Don’t Scatter

The Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith has issued new guidelines for cremation for Catholics. Cremation has been permitted in the Catholic Church since 1963, but many Catholics don't know there are also many rules surrounding the choice. According to the new guidelines, burial is still preferred, but cremation is an option. When a loved one has been cremated, their ashes must be kept intact, the same as one would treat a body. The ashes may not be separated or scat-tered. Instead, they should remain in a proper vessel that is interred in a proper place, such as a cemetery or church. Only the bishop can authorize an exception to this storage requirement in extraordinary circumstances.

This weekend marks the closing of the This weekend marks the closing of the This weekend marks the closing of the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Jubilee Year of Mercy. Jubilee Year of Mercy.

Our Holy Doors will be put away, Our Holy Doors will be put away, Our Holy Doors will be put away, but God’ s Mercy is never ending.but God’ s Mercy is never ending.but God’ s Mercy is never ending.

Year of Mercy Closing PrayerYear of Mercy Closing PrayerYear of Mercy Closing Prayer

Vessels of MercyVessels of MercyVessels of Mercy God of Mercy, As you have forgiven us So you send us forth To bear your message of mercy to all.

Give us willing feet and gentle hands. Bless us with listening ears and searching eyes. Endow us with understanding minds. Ordain us with compassionate hearts.

In our acts and in our words Make us vessels of your mercy To reach out to the broken On behalf of the Father who wipes away our debts As lovingly as He wipes away our tears And calls His children home.

Help us lift your people in body and spirit, And so make every year a year of mercy. Amen. CRS Catholic Relief Services

Thanksgiving Mass, Thursday, November 24th @ 9 am. As a Parish Community we will have the opportunity to express our gratitude to God for His goodness and the blessings He has given us. This is a time to gather around God’s Altar to celebrate the Eucharist. Don’t forget to bring your wine or food item to be blessed at the liturgy for your Thanksgiving Dinner. There will be a table at the front of the Church to place your breads and wines from home. Also, there will be a col-lection of canned goods and or monetary donations during the Mass to be sent to St. Joseph Center. The Rectory Office will be CLOSED Thursday and Friday, November 24/25th to Celebrate Thanksgiving!! We’ll resume Mon., Nov. 28th.

Ministry equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…

Bullying prevention starts at home - From cyberbullying to name-calling and exclusion, bullying can

affect people of every age, especially kids and teens in school. Their peers can be cruel, so it’s important to talk about how to handle bullies, especially before a situation escalates. One way to stop the cycle of bully-ing in its tracks, is to teach kids to speak kindly to others and to treat everyone around them with respect. For more information, please visit https://www.faithandsafety.org/bullying.

PLEASE NOTE: PLEASE NOTE: PLEASE NOTE: THE CHURCH IS THE CHURCH IS THE CHURCH IS OPENOPENOPEN MONDAY MONDAY MONDAY

THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 AM TO 6 PM. THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 AM TO 6 PM. THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 AM TO 6 PM. SATURDAYSATURDAYSATURDAY, THE CHURCH WILL BE , THE CHURCH WILL BE , THE CHURCH WILL BE CLOSEDCLOSEDCLOSED AFTER THE 7:30AFTER THE 7:30AFTER THE 7:30---8 PM EVENING 8 PM EVENING 8 PM EVENING CONFESSION. CONFESSION. CONFESSION. SUNDAY,SUNDAY,SUNDAY, THE CHURCH WILL BE THE CHURCH WILL BE THE CHURCH WILL BE CLOSEDCLOSEDCLOSED AFTER THE 7:30 PM EVENING MASS.AFTER THE 7:30 PM EVENING MASS.AFTER THE 7:30 PM EVENING MASS.

The All Souls Novena began Wed., November 2nd,

All Souls Day and continues throughout the month

of November. Envelopes are in the Vestibule and by the Church side doors. Return the envelope with the names of your loved ones to the Rectory or drop them in the collection basket.

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday, December 18th, 2016 December 18th, 2016 December 18th, 2016

from 4 to 6 pm. from 4 to 6 pm. from 4 to 6 pm. Come One! Come All!Come One! Come All!Come One! Come All!

Bring a taste of your Christmas tradition Bring a taste of your Christmas tradition Bring a taste of your Christmas tradition to share!! All are welcome!! to share!! All are welcome!! to share!! All are welcome!!

Advent Wreath Lighting and Reflection: The Season of Advent is soon upon us. Advent is the season of wait-ing for Jesus’ coming. During this season we focus on being ready to receive Christ. We need people, individuals and families to volunteer to participate in this liturgical activity. Your presence and participation in this activity would be a great blessing. The sign-up poster is in the Vestibule.

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development Collection (CCHD) takes place NEXT week, Sat./Sun., Nov. 19/20th.

WORKING ON THE MARGINS The CCHD needs your help. CCHD was founded to end the cycle of poverty in the United States by funding organizations that help individuals help themselves. With the tradition of improving education, housing situations, and community economic development, CCHD continues to make a positive impact in communities nationwide. Your contribution will defend human dignity and reach out to those living on the margins. Please give generously to the CCHD Collection. Envelopes are in the pews.

The Holy Year of Mercy is coming to an end! But the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy stay with us as a way of living!

They help us to be better human beings; BETTER CHRISTIANS!!

Corporal Works of Mercy

To Feed the Hungry To Give Drink to the Thirsty To Clothe the Naked To Shelter the Homeless To Care for the Sick To Visit the Imprisoned To Bury the Dead

Spiritual Works of Mercy

To Convert the Sinners To Instruct the Ignorant To Advise the Doubtful To Comfort the Sorrowful To Bear Wrongs Patiently To Forgive Injuries To Pray for the Living and Dead

“A Time to Heal, to Help, to Forgive”

Come to me, all you that are weary Come to me, all you that are weary Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens , and I and are carrying heavy burdens , and I and are carrying heavy burdens , and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon will give you rest. Take my yoke upon will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle you, and learn from me; for I am gentle you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find and humble in heart, and you will find and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. and my burden is light. and my burden is light. --- Matthew 11:28Matthew 11:28Matthew 11:28---30 30 30

He called a child, whom he put among them, and said, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like children, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Whoever becomes humble like this child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.” - Matthew 18:2-5

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971 Linda Schmidt…..... ............. 397-5691 Ministers of the Word ......... Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon .......... .............. 895-8898 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz ..... . ............. 337-7213 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... . ............. 641-4194 Altar Server Committee: Herb Masi ……………………641-2819 Maura Reznik………………..645-6845 Mel Johnson…………………649-7328

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, and 11 AM (during the School year) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30 - 5 PM & 7:30 - 8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30 - 9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of the family

BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243

MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243.

R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory.

FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.

St. Anastasia Catholic Church 7390 W. Manchester Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90045 310-670-2243 Office

310-670-5052 Fax Website: www.St-Anastasia.org Email: parish@st-anastasia.org

St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045

310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: school@st-anastasia.org

PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES

Bereavement …………….....670-2243

Grief Support Group Sue McLaughlin ……..…….413-2575

Young Adult Ministry Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891

Prayer Group Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105

Rosary Ministry Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175 Ben Oakley………………….670-2771

Respect Life …………………….. .............. 670-2243

Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243 Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243 Ann Abraham ...................... 670-2243

St. Joseph Center. Jayne Cram……….. .............. 645-1140

Homeless Weekend Program/ St. Robert’s Center Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417

St. Margaret’s Center Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208

Catholic Charities Cindy Begazo………………..306-9390

Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285

Nurses Ministry Linda S. Absher................... 645-6136

Ministry for Married Couples Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243

Men’s Spirituality Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009 Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065

Men’s Morning Hour ..……..670-2243

MOMS Ministry Jayne Cram………………….645-1140

Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski .............. 670-2243 Marti Moran………………….670-2243

Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488

Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001

Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty…………….650-0274 Patty Wiacek……………….713-5298.

PARISH ORGANIZATIONS

Parish Finance Council Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206 Pastor Advisory Council ………………………………..670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534 Men’s Club Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646 Knights of Columbus…..…..821-2324

Arts and Education Andy Kozlowski .... .............. 670-3152

Stewardship ………......…….670-2243

PASTORAL TEAM Administrator: Fr. Leszek J. Semik Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastors Emeriti Rev. Thomas F. King Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A.

Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Business Manager Dennis George Confirmation Coordinator Michael Gasparro Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Chris Roque Parish Projects Ken Lance School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance School Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Betsy Sichi PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Milana McDermott, PTO President ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243 Confirmation Michael Gasparro .. …………. 670-2243 Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119

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