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Fr. Mike Gleeson, Pastor Fr. George Reynolds, Associate Pastor
Richard Boucher, Deacon Joe Hamamoto, Deacon
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday
8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Sunday
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. 12 noon & 5:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Friday
8:15 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
CONFESSION SCHEDULE Thursday & Friday a er
5:00 p.m. Mass Saturday a er 8:00 a.m. Mass
Saturday 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Secretary’s E-mail: [email protected]
Rectory Hours MON-FRI
9:00 a.m.. —7:00 p.m. SAT & SUN
9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
St. Cornelius Catholic School Principal—Nancy Hayes Phone: 562-425-7813 www.stcornelius.net
St. Cornelius Church
THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION (DECEMBER 8) A Holy Day of Obligation
MASS SCHEDULE Wednesday, December 7—5:00 pm (Vigil Mass)
Thursday, December 8—8:00am, 9:15am (School Mass) 12:00 Noon, 5:00pm & 7:00pm
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• The Fas ng & Prayer Conference includes meals
• The Sermon this morning: “Jesus Walks on Wa-ter.” The Sermon tonight: “Searching for Jesus.”
• Ladies, don’t forget the rummage sale. It’s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keep-ing around the house. Bring your husbands.
• Don’t let worry kill you off—Let the Church help.
• Miss Charlene Mason sang “I will not pass this way again.” Giving obvious pleasure to the con-grega on.
• For those of you who have children and don’t know it, we have a nursery downstairs.
• Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help they can get.
• Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days.
• A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow.
• At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be “What is Hell?” Come early and listen to our choir prac ce.
• Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addi on of several new members and to the ‘deteriora on’ of some older ones.
• Scouts are saving aluminum cans; bo les and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children.
• Please place your dona on in the envelope along with the deceased person you want
remembered…
• The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and gracious hos lity.
• Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00pm prayer and medica on to follow.
• The ladies of the church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the basement on Friday a ernoon.
• This evening at 7pm there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the church. Bring a blan-ket and come prepared to sin.
• Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10:00am. All ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall a er the B.S. is done.
• The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congrega on would lend him their electric gir-dles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday.
• Low Self-Esteem Support Group will meet Thurs-day at 7pm. Please use the back door.
• The eighth-graders will be presen ng Shake-speare’s Hamlet in the church basement Friday at 7pm. The Congrega on is invited to a end this tragedy.
• Weight Watchers will meet at 7pm at the Frist Presbyterian Church. Please use large double doors at the side entrance.
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BLOOPERS that actually appeared in church bulle ns or were announced in
church services.
Siempre Adelante,
Fr. Mike
2 LITURGY
MASS INTENTIONS † = Indicates Deceased Sunday, December 04 8:00 a.m. †John G. Weisenborn †Mildred Be s Rosanne Poyer 10:00 a.m. Hasse Family †Bill Vendel 12:00 noon †Glenn Quinn †Albert Howard 5:00 p.m. Fr. Edward Broom, OMV Michael Wooten Monday, December 05 8:00 a.m. Fr. Edward Broom, OMV Patricia Moore 5:00 p.m. †Grace L Campbell †Alida Koot Tuesday, December 06 8:00 a.m. †Esther Vieyra Christopher Cathcart 5:00 p.m. Fr. Edward Broom, OMV William Terrio Sr. Wednesday, December 07 8:00 a.m. Hung G. Hoang Family & Friends of the Keogh Family 5:00 p.m. †Adelaida Garcia Trias †Eileen Melanson Thursday, December 08 8:00 a.m. †Rosa Querido Hung G. Hoang 5:00 p.m. †Barbara McCullough Paul St. John Friday, December 09 8:15 a.m. Mack Aoga (Birthday) Iosefo Aoga (Birthday) 5:00 p.m. Hung G. Hoang †William Bryant Saturday, December 10 8:00 a.m. Henry “Hank” Leone Deacon Richard Boucher (Birthday) 5:00 p.m. †Francisco Herrero †Eileen Melanson Sunday, December 11 8:00 a.m. †Jim & Mac Kablensky Micki Gallagher 10:00 a.m. †J. Guadalupe Gonzalez Family †Bill Vendl 12:00 noon †Karina Flynn Vickary Fr. Edward Broom, OMV 5:00 p.m. Hung G. Hoang The Terrio Family Rosanne Poyer
WEEKEND MASSES Saturday, December 10 5:00 p.m. Fr. George Reynolds Lector: Fritzi Osenbrunner Sunday, December 11 8:00 a.m. Fr. Bill McLean Lector: Ted Brodeur 10:00 a.m. Fr. Mike Gleeson Lector: Mary Kriebel 12 noon Fr. George Reynolds Lector Doreen LaPorte 5:00 p.m. Fr. Mike Gleeson Lector: George Mora
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT Gi s of the Spirit Part of Isaiah's hopeful descrip on of the Messiah con-tains the tradi onal seven gi s of the Holy Spirit. As we prepare to celebrate the birth of the Messiah, and looking forward to his coming in glory, let us take a look at those gi s and see how we can use them. Wisdom is the gi of seeing God in crea on. It means that we value the things of this world only as they help us to know and love God more. The second gi , understanding, follows from wis-dom. We understand what God expects of us in dealing with crea on and other people. This gi helps us know how to act in a world that seems to ignore God. Counsel follows from understanding as the gi of making correct judgments on how to act. For example, understanding can lead us to love others; counsel guides us to love them in appropriate ways. Strength, or for tude, is the gi that enables us to do those things inspired by understanding and counsel, even if they are difficult. John the Bap st displays that gi in the Gospel. For tude gave him the courage to die for his faith. Knowledge is similar to coun-sel in that we begin to see what God wants for us in this world. Knowledge leads us to deeper revela ons of the truths of our faith. This can lead to the sixth gi , piety (seventh in Isaiah's text--"delight in the Lord"), a willing-ness to worship and love God, a desire to be close to God in prayer. The final gi , fear of the Lord, is the awe and wonder of recognizing how great God is, how much God loves us, and how much we want to stay close to God. And the desire to be close to God circles back to the wis-dom with which we see God in crea on. Tom Schmidt, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.
PASTOR’S CORNER CONT.
ADULT FAITH & SPIRITUALITY 3
LITURGY
FAITH AND FICTION St. Cornelius Book Discussion Group The next mee ng of the book club will be held on Monday, December 12, at 7:30 pm in the school li-brary. The book we will be discussing is “Our Souls at Night” by Kent Haruf. We meet on the third Mon-day of every month, except December. In December we will be mee ng on the 2nd Monday. You are welcome to join us. For further informa on, call Katy Ellis at 607-1100.
PRAYER LIST As many of you may have no ced our prayer list con nues to grow. O en mes family members and friends call us to ask that we pray for individuals during a trying health issue. Most of the me they do not call back to let us know if the person is well. Some have been returned to health, others may have re-turned to the Lord. Please contact the Rectory if your loved ones can be removed from the Prayer List. Al-ways remember that at each and every Mass we pray for those who are ill, names known and unknown. God always hears our prayers.
Helen Whitwell Ellen Bollinger Mar n Metz Alexis Teodosio Andrea Boyles Donna Williams Sarah Irvine Maureen Walsh Michelle Stevens Lori Garcia David Wheeler Adam & Carla Mars Mary Larkin Harper Deaton Niko Greco Michelle Carranza Olivia Alvillar Sandee Bradley Marge Hengehold D.J. Barwick Olivia Howard Bob Early Peggy Hasse Dolores Lounsbury Jennifer Carey Marta L. Rodriguez Julienne Aoga Danny Castaneda Jeff Newon Eric Fairchild Barbara Bain Gabriela Paradiso Monica Frank Juan Carlos Andrade Arlene DeWalt Martha Burris Jenni Rojas Frances Boudreau Lee Hicks Irene Brauer Silailai Tamasoa Christopher Cathart
Jerry Siler Henry Sarnecki Helen Walsh Kevin Allan Fernando Rodriguez Larry Gaudy Kimberly Fregoso Ed Chandler Lourdes Coranda Frances Athey Mary Collins Kit Gonzalez Jeffrey Jorda Trisha Ward Joan Aimerito Peggy Pen s Rosa Claudia Lopez Jason Rosier Rick Briggs Clara Milena Jimenez Catherine Warrens Melanie Liu Sio Patolo Brandon McKenzie Kasiano Alai Patricia Wolfe Margaret Haskins Samuel McCarthy Molly Quintana Martha Montes Ferdie Ann Melinda Harne Roxanne Lindsey Rafael Carigma Mark Carigma Travis Melnick Veronica Tolliver Sherill S llwell Judy Klenk Ed Barwick Todd Johnson Jonathan Kolp
Frank Novak Mark Chacarian Richard LaPorte Venus Butler Robert Dougherty Jenny Rivas Denise Pearson Michelle Lopez Andy Witherspoon Jean Wells Zulena Grajeda Karen Gingras Connie Cooper Angelina Alvarez Patricia Moore Walter Bordeaux Alvin York Terri Roach Erin Longhofer Brian Longhofer Karen Maguire Samantha Mesa Jack Alva Cooper Chris Leon Gregory Kelly Robert DuPont Connie Metzger Paul Moore Clara Ines Rebbeca Mellaci Julie Bucannan Joseph Lesko Cathy Carper Regina Wille Caroline Alvarado George Mora Rosanne Poyer Laurie Kelly Dan Calderon Rev. Dr. Col Ruperacht
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK For The Sick Who Have Asked To Be Remembered In Prayer:
GIFT CARDS FOR CHRISTMAS
St. Cornelius Parish has a long tradi on of helping others at Christmas me through Sr. Claire’s out-reach program. Gi cards make it easy to accom-modate those who need help. Gi card envelopes are provided near all the exits of the church.
Please put your gi cards in the envelope provided and fill out the store and amount of the gi card on the front. Deposit your gi card envelopes in the Sunday collec on basket, the rectory or convent mailbox no later than Monday, December 14th.
Stores that provide a variety of items for Christmas purchases are Target, WalMart, Kohl’s and K-Mart. Any dollar amount will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for helping to make someone else’s Christmas a li le brighter!
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebra on December 12, 2016
6am La Mañanitas 7am Mass
The music will be provided by Mariachis 8am Mass
If you would like to donate roses for this celebra on, please contact Mariana at (562) 857-8522 or bring them to
the church on December 11.
4 YOUTH FORMATION
SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Did you know? Be aware of the difference between accidental and suspicious bruises Many children play hard, and can suffer bruises or injuries as a result. With some injuries, it’s hard to tell whether they are a result of too much rough-housing or abusive treatment. Follow this guide-line to assess a child’s bruising. Most accidental bruises are in common loca ons – knees, elbows, and foreheads. In contrast, bruises on a child’s neck or back could indicate poten al mistreat-ment or abuse. Although kids should be allowed to explore and learn their limits, suspicious bruises are warning signs that should not be ignored. For the full VIRTUS® ar cle “Accidental vs. Suspicious Bruising,” email [email protected] or call 213-637-7227.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
In today’s Gospel, John the Bap st urges us to “Prepare the way of the Lord.” This is what Advent is all about, for we are called to help by making the real meaning of Christmas come alive in our own hearts, in
our family and to reach out to those in need. Is there a family you know who needs assistance? Please let us know so that together we can help the suffering and poor to celebrate Christmas.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
Rite of Acceptance The Rite of Acceptance will be held today, Sunday, December 4th, for the older children (grades 4-8) who are candidates in the second year of the Chil-dren’s Catechumenate. The Rite of Acceptance out-side of the celebra on of Mass will be celebrated in the Church at 11:00am. Please meet in the church a er the 10:00 am Mass. There will be no sessions next Thursday. December 8th is The Immaculate Concep on of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obliga on. We have opted to not have class to allow you to a end mass as a family. There is a 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm mass scheduled. EDGE Night Junior High Edge Night will be held on Tuesday, De-cember 13th, in the Large Hall, from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. All sixth, seventh and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun, faith-filled night of fellowship.
PRINCE OF PEACE PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Once again we join with our neighboring churches to celebrate the prophecy and birth of Jesus Christ
in the “Portraits of the Prince of Peace Pageant” on December 9th, 10th, and 11th. St. Cornelius needs actors for five scenes. Men, women and
youth 12 and older. We are asking only 2 1/2 hours per evening. You may also earn service hours for your par cipa on in this event. If you can help in
any way during these events please call Judy Garvin (562) 429-7420.
PRINCE OF PEACE PAGEANT SAVE THE DATES The 44th Annual “Portraits of the Prince of Peace” Pageant will be held on Dec 9th, 10th and 11th, at 7:30pm through a joint effort of St. Cornelius and five of our neighboring churches. The pageant is an outdoor event featuring over a dozen separate visu-al preserva ons with living statues and live animals depic ng the prophecy and birth of Jesus Christ. There are many par cipa ng musical groups that will also provide live music during this event. The pageant is open to the public and free of charge. Enjoy a pleasant evening stroll and take in each sce-ne, or you can drive the en re route as ample park-ing will be provided. We hope to see you there.
5 COMMUNITY NEWS
SAMOAN CHOIR The Samoan Choir is scheduled to sing at the following masses: 1st Sunday - 8:00 a.m. 2nd Sunday - 5:00 p.m. 3rd Sunday - 12:00 p.m. 4th Saturday - 5:00 p.m. 5th Sunday - 10:00 a.m.
RESPECT LIFE NEWS & NOTES Crisis Pregnancy
If you, or a woman you know, is in a crisis pregnancy and needs someone to talk to, call our pro life
partners at Horizon Pregnancy Clinic: Call - 714.897.7500 or Text - 657.204.6057
Help IS available!!
January 2017 Mass for Life The January Mass for Life has been moved from Jan. 1 to Jan. 22, the anniversary of Roe v Wade - the law
that made abor on legal in USA. Please join us for a special night of prayer, beginning with the Ro-
sary for Life at 4:30pm, followed by Mass for Life at 5:00. We will be remembering the 60 million
+ lives lost to abor on since Roe v Wade became law, as well as celebra ng the lives of those saved by the faithful work of pro-life people, organiza-
ons, and ministries across our country.
We invite all St. Cornelius groups and ministries to par cipate. RCIA, Confirma on, Knights of Colum-bus, Bereavement, People for Others, Boy Scouts,
Girl Scouts, Men of St. Cornelius, etc. If you’d like to take part, please contact
Sylvia at 562-429-1965.
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PEOPLE FOR OTHERS People for Others will not be mee ng Wednesday, December 7th. Our Potluck is scheduled for Decem-ber 9th at 11:30.
All Parishioners are invited to par cipate in our fundraiser “Cruise of Lights” a holiday light show on the water. (45-minute boat tour through the water-ways of Hun ngton Harbor.) PFO will par cipate on the Cruise of Lights on Monday, December 19, 2016. Cruise departs at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.00. For more details please contact: John Gaudy at 562-597-6917, or Jenny Davidoff 562-420-3425, Email: [email protected]
People for Others’ Potluck Luncheon for all parish-ioners and the convalescent homes will be on Fri-day, December 9th, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Large Hall. You do not have to be a member of PFO to come, enjoy the meal, and entertainment. PFO will furnish turkey and ham. Please bring a dish to feed 10- 12 people. Only in December, PFO does not provide free bingo games, but we will have drawings of nice Christmas baskets. Also, the Ukule-le group of about 30 members will entertain us dur-ing the luncheon. All parishioners are welcome to a end.
Our monthly Mass will be held on Saturday, Decem-ber 10th at 5:00 p.m. We will pray the Rosary at 4:30 prior to Mass. We hope to see you at all PFO func ons.
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There will be a farewell Mass for Sr. Kathleen Burns on Sunday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m.
There will be a recep on in the large hall
immediately following the Mass.
We are grateful for all of Sr. Kathleen’s ministries with our parish and wish her all the best.
COMMUNITY NEWS
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Saturday, December 17th a er 8:00a.m. Mass and 4:00p.m.—4:45p.m. Monday, December 19th 7:00 p.m. - St. Bartholomew’s Tuesday, December 20th 7:00 p.m. - St. Joseph’s Wednesday, December 21st 7:00 p.m. - St. Cornelius Visi ng Priests Available Thursday, December 22th a er 8:00a.m. Mass and 3:30p.m.—4:45p.m. Friday, December 23nd a er 5:00 p.m. Mass
ADVENT SCHEDULE
