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ST. ANASTASIA CATHOLIC CHURCH
7390 WEST MANCHESTER AVE. LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
310.670.2243 ◆ ST-ANASTASIA.ORG
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24TH, 2021 THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
CONTINUE TO CHECK THE ST. ANASTASIA WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE TO STAY TUNED WITH UPDATES!
Birthday Support ♦ Anniversary ♥ Memorial
THE PARISH OFFICE IS NOW CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. CONTACT ONLY BY PHONE 310-670-2243, OR EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS OF OPERATION: 9 AM TO 3:30 PM // WE ARE HERE TO SERVE AND HELP!!
PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR YEARS, WE HAVE TRADITIONALLY LISTED THE PRAYER INTENTIONS IN THE
BULLETIN. KEEPING WITH THAT TRADITION, WE NOW LIST THOSE INTENTIONS AND PLACE THEM ON THE ALTAR DURING MASS.
(THIS IS A TEMPORARY CHANGE. - THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING)
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24TH
7 AM - SHELTON T. MICHAEL LORICK
9 AM - ST. ANASTASIA PARISHIONERS
11 AM - ROBERT TREFZGER
5 PM - JOHN PATRICK BALK
MONDAY, JANUARY 25TH
8 AM - PAUL DOLAN
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26TH 8 AM - JAVIER ANTUNES
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27TH 8 AM - CONAL HARRIS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28TH
8 AM - CELIA ROMERO
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29TH
8 AM - MICHAEL MITSAKOS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30TH
8 AM - ED ARAUJO 5 PM - JUDI MALLEN
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~~ A NEW DAY DAWNS ~~ Today we hear how Jonah, sent by God to warn the people, storms through the streets of Nineveh, scaring the citizens out of their wits. And it works! God has a change of heart, seeing “by their actions” how the people turn from evil (Jonah 3:10). A new day dawns. Next we hear Paul telling the Corinthians, “The world in its present form is passing away” (1 Corinthians 7:31). He calls for a change of heart. Stopping short of telling them to stop carrying out their everyday activities, he urges them—rather mysteriously—to live “as though” they aren’t doing the things they are doing. A new day has dawned. Finally, Jesus stands on the shore and cries, “The kingdom of God is at hand!” (Mark 1:14). Simon and Andrew abandon their nets—and even their father—and follow him. A new day had dawned. Everyone has to change when a new day dawns: the Ninevites, the Corinthians, the Apostles, even Jesus! Didn’t a new day dawn today for us as well? - Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
*** ATTENTION PLEASE: MASS SCHEDULE UPDATE BEGINNING JANUARY 2021 *** DAILY MASSES, MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY @ 8 AM - INDOOR - CHURCH
SATURDAY VIGIL MASS 5 PM - INDOOR - CHURCH SUNDAY, 7 AM MASS - INDOOR - CHURCH
SUNDAY, 9 AM & 11 AM - OUTDOOR - PASTORS PLAZA AND - 5 PM SUNDAY MASS INDOOR - CHURCH REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND SATURDAY VIGIL/SUNDAY MASSES
15 CATHOLIC NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS! (Cont.)
Learn to love the Blessed Mother. For many of us, Mary (https://www.piercedhands.com/tag/mary/)
wasn’t a big part of our childhood, but she was a huge part of Jesus’ childhood, so she has to be part of our lives. If you
don’t love her as you should (and who does?), try adding some Mary into your life. Maybe it’s time to commit to a daily
rosary, like it or not (https://www.piercedhands.com/dont-like-rosary-6-reasons-pray-anyway/)–but you don’t have to! There are other
ways to love Mary. You could try some good books on Mary [I recommend Hail, Holy Queen (http://www.scotthahn.com/resources-
1/2016/1/14/hail-holy-queen) and The Reed of God (https://www.avemariapress.com/products/The-Reed-of-God)]. You could finally
make your Marian consecration (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DJDZMXK/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1). Or daily
pray a Marian litany. Or meditate on Marian art. Just try to love her more.
Start fasting. Did you know all Catholics are expected to perform some act of penance every Friday and the US Bishops recommend
abstaining from meat? Do that. If you’re already there, try dropping the sugar from your coffee or skipping snacks on non-feast days.
Fasting isn’t just for Lent, it’s a way for us to be conformed to Christ every day.
Taken from: Meg Blog — December 30, 2017 — Random - New Year’s, Resolutions TO BE CONTINUED...
NEW NEW
THE CHURCH IS NOW CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE The safety of our parishioners is our top priority at this time.
THE PARISH OFFICE IS ALSO CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE We encourage you to contact us ONLY by phone: 310.670.2243, or email: [email protected]. ◆ Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm.
NEWS FROM YOUR DRE (PCL)
Please contact me for any of the following, with questions or
concerns.
Sacrament Preparation Class Updates:
⧫ First Holy Communion - Year 1 and Year 2,
⧫ Confirmation -Year 1 and Year 2,
⧫ RCIA
⧫ Family "ZOOMING with Jesus Time
(Open to all families with or without children),
⧫ Baptism Class Parents/Godparents.
Nivita Aldrete-Brito ~~
Email: [email protected]
~~ Cell/Text: 310-614-7520
Family First…from your DRE
Well, here is the long awaited 2021! But things do not seem to be getting better any time soon. However, we must be grateful to God for all our blessings, and even the difficult moments in our lives. Every difficult moment/circumstance has a lesson learned, and we, spiritually grow. Now is the best time to reflect as a family. Here are some helpful questions for your family sharing and reflection: 1. What was an important lesson you learned from your family this past 2020? 2. What did your family accomplish in 2020 that you are most proud of? 3. What do you wish you had done more of as a family this past year? 4. Pick three words to describe this past year with your family. 5. What do you want your family to do differently in 2021? 6. As a family, if you had one wish granted for 2021 what would it be? My dear families, thank you for taking the time as a family to share, love, and pray together!
Happy New Year!
Learn more…get involved...pick a location…& sign up for prayer times at:
40daysforlife.com/Lawndale Vigil location: Outside Planned Parenthood 14623 Hawthorne Blvd, Lawndale 90260 Vigil hours: 7 am to 7 pm daily Contact: Teressa Syta, 310-592-4213, [email protected]
40daysforlife.com/SouthLosAngeles Vigil location: Outside Planned Parenthood 8520 S Broadway, Los Angeles 90003 Vigil hours: 8 am to 7 pm daily Local contact: Franne Valle, 323-476-5708, [email protected]
You can protect mothers and children by joining this worldwide mobilization to pray and fast for an end to abortion! Through prayer and fasting, peaceful vigils and community outreach, 40 Days for Life has inspired 1,000,000 volunteers! With God’s help, here are the proven results in 26 coordinated campaigns:
18,000 babies saved from abortion 211 abortion workers converted 107 abortion centers closed
COME TO OUR KICKOFF EVENT, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 at 2pm Outside 14623 Hawthorne Blvd
In Lawndale & South Los Angeles L E N T is less than a month away; Wednesday, February 17th is Ash Wednesday. Life is complicated. Some of us are still in the process of putting our Christmas decorations away! As Christians though, we mustn't let such things get in the way of the practice of our faith. Lent, a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter, is at hand. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days.
We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical
passages that will be proclaimed at Masses next week! First Reading — Moses spoke to all the people, saying: “A prophet like me, will
the LORD, your God, raise up for you” (Deuteronomy 18:15-20).
Psalm — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 95).
Second Reading — Brothers and sisters: I should like you to be free of anxieties (1 Corinthians
7:32-35).
Gospel — The people were astonished at Jesus’ teaching; he taught them as one having
authority (Mark 1:21-28).
Saint Anastasia was born in 281 A.D. and became a perfect symbol of peace, humanity, and solidarity.
Her Feast Day is December 25th. She is a symbol of dialogue and collaboration. In her spirit, and in the spirit of love,
we welcome all to the Catholic Community of St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Did You Know?
Talk to your children about social media
challenges Children have spent many months at home now, separated
from friends and classmates. Social media is a great tool
to stay in touch, but there are definitely dangerous
aspects to much “screen time” that parents need to be
aware about. Social media challenges range from funny
and harmless to risky and dangerous — and sometimes
even illegal. If your child has social media accounts, talk
to them about making smart choices and about knowing
the difference between harmless pranks and seriously
dangerous stunts. Make a pact to discuss anything they
see their friends or acquaintances doing before they try
it out at home. For more tips on social media safety,
visit https://lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.
FACTS OF LIFE Woman with spinal cord injury and one ovary
celebrates surprise pregnancy.
Alyssa Higgins didn’t believe pregnancy would be possible for her. During her birth, her spinal cord was injured. As a result, she has never been able to fully move on her own. She also only has one ovary. But after receiving the go-ahead from her doctor, she soon learned she was pregnant and surprised her husband with the news during a photoshoot.
“I didn’t even know if I could get pregnant with a spinal cord injury, but also because I have one ovary,” Higgins explained. “The ovary thing made it get into my head more when I thought I couldn’t get pregnant. But it was always a possible thing.”
According to GMA, after her traumatic birth in which the doctor’s use of forceps caused her injury, Higgins was unable to breathe on her own. Her parents were told that she would never talk or breathe and would be a “vegetable.” At 18 months old, she began to have movement in her fingers, and though she has never had full use of her limbs, she has proven the doctors wrong. Her parents raised her to be strong and optimistic. “My parents treated me like I didn’t even have a disability,” Higgins said. www.liveaction.org
CELEBRATING OUR FAITH ~ Next Week ~
Saturday, January 30th & Sunday, January 31st, 2021
MASSES: Sat: 5 pm Sun: 7 am Sun: 9 am Sun: 11 am Holy Communion @ 12:30 pm Sun: 5 pm
CELEBRANTS: Fr. Semik Fr. King Fr. Semik Msgr. Cox Fr. Innocent
Fr. Innocent
Annual Donation Statement Information
The Parish Office will be sending donation statements to those who donated $100 or more during 2020. IRS rules requires a written acknowledge only for individual gifts of $250 or more, but the statements are a reminder to claim the deduction for those who itemize. Donations will be included in your normal donation statement only if they are delivered via collection basket, or to the Parish Office, by December 31, or if postmarked on or December 31. Donations
will otherwise be credited to 2021 contributions. If you have a record of contributions not shown in your statement, please contact the Parish Office at 310-670-2243.
Annual Appeal - End of the Year Donation
Dear St. A’s families
I hope everyone was able to enjoy a relaxing, happy and healthy
Christmas break!
As we close the books on 2020, I would like to send a friendly reminder that it’s not
too late to donate to our Annual Appeal and capitalize on deductions for the year.
Our annual appeal helps support our school’s general operating expenses, and helps
to keep our tuition low. Your help is needed now, more than ever, as we face new
challenges to our budgets as we prepare our campus to safely welcome students
back to campus next month, and dealing with the ongoing Pandemic.
Please consider making an end of the year tax-deductible donation to support
St. Anastasia! Also, please check with your employer in case they offer corporate
matching donations - this is a fantastic way to make your donation even more
impactful!
Details on how to donate are included in this link from September:
https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/4572604
On behalf of our PTO, we wish everyone a Happy New Year!
With many thanks, Vickie Farmer, PTO President
SCHOOL
CORNER
MINISTRY EQUIPS US TO DEEPEN OUR LOVE FOR GOD AND SHARE OUR FAITH…
Looking around at them with anger and grieved at their hardness of heart, Jesus said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He stretched it out and his hand
was restored. - Mark 3:5
It may seem strange to read about Jesus getting angry. But notice what Jesus does with that anger? He helps someone. Feeling angry isn’t a sin, but what we do with our anger can be, if we express it in ways that are destructive or hurtful—to ourselves, other people or even things. If you see someone being mistreated, cheated, or bullied, it’s natural to get angry. You might say, “Hey! That’s not right!” At times like this, God uses our strong feelings to urge us to help make things right. When you are angry, follow Jesus’ example and find a way to make things better.
God, when I am angry, help me find ways to be helpful,
not harmful.
St. Anastasia offers Drive-Through Holy Communion, on Sundays at 12:30 pm.
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CONFESSIONS on Saturday, from 3:30 to 4:45 PM DIAMOND COURTYARD
For
Kids!
Holy Water is available in the Parish Office.
Those interested, please call before coming, since the office is CLOSED
to the Public @ 310-670-2243. A donation is welcomed!
Due to the current COVID restrictions on our
Churches, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, have
decided to reschedule the launch of our in-pew
materials, direct-mail letters, and all Parish
leadership training sessions for the
Together in Mission 2021 "Forward with Faith" Annual Appeal to a later
date in 2021. Our leadership continues to assess the most effective launch date
period, but with the current spikes in the virus cases, especially in Southern
California, a specific date has NOT been finalized. As soon as the Together in
Mission 2021 launch dates have been chosen, we will contact the parish
immediately and begin all Annual Appeal preparations like volunteerism,
speakerships, material fulfillment and direct mail schedules by region. With that
said, if any donor wishes to make a pledge or donation to the 2021 "Forward with
Faith" Annual Appeal, we will be accepting them online at:
givecentral.org/togetherinmission2021.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Ministry of the Eucharist
Linda Schmidt…................397-5691
To the Home Bound……...670-2243
Ministry of the Word
Carl Pentis..………………….649-4238
Antoinette Luxford…………..338-1140
Ministry of Music
Angelica Roque………………….670-2243
To Volunteer as an Usher
Parish Office……………………..670-2243
Courtyard Hospitality
Sr. Teresita…………………..…..216-2001
Altar Care
Rose De Leonardis……………...645-7175
Altar Server Committee:
Herb Masi ……………………641-2819
M. R…………….……………..670-2243
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of the family. Call the Parish Office 310-670-2243.
—————— BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Call the Parish Office 310-670-2243.
—————— MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Office no later than 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Parish Office 310-670-2243.
—————— R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Call the Parish Office 310-670-2243.
—————— FUNERALS: Call the Parish 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: [email protected]
St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: [email protected]
PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES
Funeral Arrangements….....670-2243
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 Teressa Syta………………...670-0285
Safe Guard the Children Lisa Scaltrito…………………..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 Angie Tolentino..……………..351-6137
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 Kim Chavira……………..949-370-1455 Maria Reilly…………………...382-7971
Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski…...……...670-2243 Email: [email protected]
Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………...670-2488
Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita…………………..216-2001
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
Parish Finance Council Herb Klein 670-2243
Pastor Pastoral Council Christopher Kaczor 670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz 337-9534 Men’s Club Chris Turkmany 200-8021
Knights of Columbus 821-2324
Arts and Education Andy Kozlowski 670-3152
Pastoral Team
Pastor: Fr. Leszek J. Semik
Priest in Residence: Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Fr. Innocent Nzewuji
Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Thomas F. King
Business Manager: Fred Balsz
Parish Office Manager/ Bulletin Editor Aleida Rodriguez
Parish Office Assistants: Nora Jayne Mallen Theresa Reilly
Director of Religious Education: Nivita Brito
Director of Music Ministry: Angelica Roque
Confirmation Coordinator: Nivita Brito
School Principal: Angelica Izquierdo
School Office Manager: Louise Lance
School Office Assistant: Linda Schmidt
School Bookkeeper: Pauline Diaz
Campus Safety: Ken Lance
Maintenance: Erik Melchor
Consultative School Board: Todd Dombrowski
PTO-Parent Teacher Organization: President: Vickie Farmer
ADESTE (After School Program) Ofelia Jimenez
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
DRE (PCL): First Holy Communion: Year 1 & Year 2, Confirmation: Year 1 & Year 2, RCIA, Family :”ZOOMING with Jesus Time (Open to all families with or without children, Baptism Class Parents/Godparents Nivita Aldrede-Brito: Office: 310.670.2243 Cell/Text: 310.614.7520 Email: [email protected]
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