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MISSION STATEMENT St. Bartholomew is a diverse Catholic community welcoming to all.
Called to serve, we are united by faith, bonded by prayer, and committed to living the Gospel message.
Welcome to
St. Bartholomew
A Roman Catholic Community
5100 E. Broadway • Long Beach, California • 90803
Mailing Address & Parish Office: 252 Granada Ave • Long Beach, California • 90803 Office: 562.438.3826 • Fax: 562.438.2227
www.stbartholomewcclb.org • [email protected]
2 PARISH INFORMATION
Pastor: Fr. Michael Reardon [email protected]
(562) 438-3826
Fr. Thinh Pham, In Residence Pastor Emeritus: Msgr. Bernie Leheny
Deacon Miguel Torrado (707) 513-3903
Finance Council (562) 438-3826
Parish Administrator: Kathleen Flood (562) 438-3826 [email protected]
Parish Office Hours Monday – Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm (Closed Noon-1:00pm)
Administrative Assistant Amparo Baldemor (562) 438-3826 Bulletin Editor/Webmaster Kathleen Flood (562) 438-3826 Funeral Planning Coordinator Amparo Baldemor (562) 438-3826 Operations Manager Robert Crowley (562) 438-3826 Secretary Chris Ahumada (562) 438-3826 Safeguard the Children (562) 438-3826
Faith Formation Director: Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 [email protected]
Faith Formation Office – on Livingston Drive adjacent to the Parish Hall.
Baptism Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 Early Childhood Formation (Ages 3-5) Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 First Holy Communion Preparation Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 Elementary Formation (Grades 1-5) Kellie De Leo (562) 438-3826 Middle School Jessica Garcia (562) 438-3826 Confirmation Jessica Garcia (562) 438-3826 Bible Study (Wednesday Evening) Amparo Baldemor (562) 260-0326 Scripture Study (50+) Ted Flood (562) 706-6048 Children’s Liturgy of the Word Patricia Burton (619) 210-3560
Music/Liturgy Director: Brian Archambault (562) 208-8222 [email protected]
Altar Society Joyce Watt (562) 434-6443 Altar Servers Mary Dolan (562) 708-3630 Eucharistic Ministry Cynthia Miramontes (626) 926-2555 Lectors Joan Surfus (310) 489-0741 Liturgy Committee Brian Archambault (562) 208-8222 Music Ministry, Cantors, Choir Brian Archambault (562) 208-8222 Sacristan Mary Dolan (562) 708-3630 Ushers Earl Lovett (562) 439-3198 Wedding Coordinator Joyce Watt (562) 434-6443
Parish Ministry Director: Sr. Mary Dean Pfahler, SND (419) 304-8530 [email protected]
Bereavement Ministry Sr. Mary Dean Pfahler (419) 304-8530 Centering Prayer Group Alison Reid (562) 537-1592 Community Group Debby Margulis (562) 498-9053 Knights of Columbus Manny Garcia (760) 578-9528 Respect Life Ministry Dave McCaughey (562) 438-3263 Women’s Council Dorothy Kistler (562) 439-9390 Young Adult Ministry www.lbcya.org.
Parish Directory Mass Schedule Saturday 8:00am, 5:00pm Vigil
Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00am, 12:30pm & 5:00pm
Holy Days 8:00am, 12:15pm & 7:00pm
Federal Holidays 9:00am-no 8:00am Mass
Daily Mass 8:00am
Reconciliation Saturday 3:45—4:45pm Except Holy Saturday
First Fridays after 8:00am Mass
Or call the Parish Office for an appointment.
Eucharistic Adoration First Tuesday of Month 3:00—6:00pm Friday 7:00am
Fellowship Every Sunday in the Parish Hall following the 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Masses
First Fridays following the 8:00am Mass
The Church is open for quiet prayer Monday through Friday. The door on Broadway remains unlocked until approximately 7:00pm.
Parish Life
PARISH INFORMATION 3
Together in Mission Campaign Underway
Parish Office Holiday Hours The Parish Office & Rectory
will be closed on Monday, February 17
in observance of President’s Day.
On Wednesday, February 26 we are signed with ashes and reminded to turn away from sin and follow the gospel. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning our 40-day Lenten journey of repentance in preparation for Easter.
Mass Schedule & Reception of Ashes
8:00 am, 12:15 and 7:00 pm Prayer Service at 4:00 pm
Last weekend, Archbishop Gomez invited all Catholics to make a commitment to the archdiocesan annual appeal, Together in Mission. This year, our parish has been asked to raise $74,222. If you and your family have not had the opportunity to make your pledge, special pledge envelopes are in the pews. Please make your check payable to Together in Mission. Online giving is available at www.ourmissionla.org/give.Your gifts to Together in Mission ensure that every Catholic living in the Archdiocese has a parish to celebrate their faith and access to a Catholic school education. You are living your faith through your actions when you support Together in Mission. Thank you for your generosity!
Women’s Council Events Naples Rib Company Fundraiser The Women’s Council is inviting parishioners to participate in a fundraiser at Naples Rib Company on Tuesday, February 18 that will help to raise funds to support local charities. The Women’s Council will earn 20% of the proceeds from your order whether you dine-in or take-out. Just remember to tell your server that you are supporting the St. Bartholomew fundrais-er. Take-out orders are available from 10:00 am and dine-in is from 4:00 to 9:00 pm. For reservations, call Naples Rib Company at (562) 439-7427.
Save the date!
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Family Dinner & Entertainment
Friday, March 13, 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Monday, February 17
8:00am Intentions of Nadine Forman
Tuesday, February 18
8:00am Intentions of Jillian Shafsky
Wednesday, February 19
8:00am Repose of the soul of Rick Anderson
Saturday, February 22
5:00pm Repose of the soul of Don Patman
Sunday, February 23
8:00am Repose of the soul of Don Patman
9:30am Intentions of Eric & Laurie Kirkland
11:00am Repose of the soul of Rosalyn Pehoski
12:30pm Intentions of St. Bartholomew parishioners
Liturgy, Worship & Prayer
In order to keep our prayer list current, names will remain on the list for four weeks. Names can be resubmitted again by emailing [email protected]
Mass Intentions
4 LITURGY
Living the Word this Week
Today’s Readings
Wally Burton Ginny Davis Charles Fleishman Dr. James Fries Annette Groen Renee Henderson Dustin Infantes T. Kennedy Lois Kimble Laurie Kirkland Eric Kirkland Michael Klem Doris Jean Lee Nicki Maahs Laura Malloy Vanessa Massie Ronald McCloskey
Nicole McInerny Anthony Miller Ken Miller Al Moreno Joy Nishiwaki Mary Pearson Joe Piro Cathy Rand Ireneo A. Reus, Jr. David Sheppard Mazie Stempkowski Marilyn Sterner Mike Swartz L. Tanguay Donald Thompson Robert Thorne Judi Walsh
Lord Hear Our Prayers
First Reading — God allows us to make choices, but we are not to choose injustice or sinfulness (Sirach 15: 15-20). Psalm — Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord! (Psalm 119). Second Reading — God’s wisdom is mysterious and hidden (1 Corinthians 2: 6-10). Gospel — Jesus has come not to abolish but to fulfill the law and the prophets (Matthew 5: 17-37). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commis-sion on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
Jesus said, “Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there recall that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift there at the altar, go first and be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” (Matthew 5: 23–24)
Over the next two weeks we will hear an extended passage from Matthew’s Gospel in which Jesus reinter-prets the law for his disciples. He challenges them to take it one step further, to do more than just follow the letter of the law. The law teaches against murder. The Lord Jesus upholds this and then amplifies it in his commandment against anger. The law teaches against dishonesty. The Lord Jesus goes one step further and teaches against doubting another’s honesty. The law is only the beginning of justice and mercy. On this Presidents’ Day weekend, when we honor those people whom we have trusted to guide our country, let us consider how we can trust Jesus to guide us in our daily life. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
Adult: How do you reconcile with those who have of-fended or hurt you?
Youth/Teen: When have you taken the first step to make up with someone who has hurt you or whom you have offended?
Liturgy, Worship & Prayer Scripture Meditation
LITURGY 5
Parish Book of Prayers We invite you to invoke the intercession of the Blessed Virgin, St. Bartholomew, or another saint by recording your special prayer intentions in the Parish Book of Prayers, which is located in the Vestibule.
Altar Servers FEB. 22 5:00pm Marshall, Carney
FEB. 23 8:00am Crowley, Poitevin
9:30am Forsting, Luckey
5:00pm Zernich, Hollister
11:00am Jackson, Campos, Goshert
12:30pm Sullivan, Saucedo
Lectors & Eucharistic Ministers FEB. 22 5:00pm Salsamedas Team 4
FEB. 23 8:00am Huntsman, Fernandez Team 3
9:30am Barrido, Traut Team 1
11:00am Bauch, Wittkop Team 1
12:30pm Armstrong, Valentine Team 2
5:00pm Abdoo, Sacker Team 1
Today’s Readings: Sirach 15: 15–20; Psalm 119: 1–2, 4–5, 17–18, 33–34; 1 Corinthians 2: 6–10; Matthew 5: 17–37 Today’s readings draw us into ageless, vibrant depths. Followers of God’s law, we belong to ancient traditions. Children of God, we marvel at the freshness of creation. The Old Testament readings, from Sirach and the Psalms, celebrate the rich blessings we receive when we observe God’s commands—not because we are slaves to the law, but because the law gives life in abundance. St. Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians confirms the glory of divine law, but warns that God’s ways tend to be unpopular and misunderstood in this world. Paul speaks of the ancient wisdom of God, which is mysteriously both “hidden” and “revealed.” God does not have secret codes that we earthly mortals cannot understand; in love, God reveals the glory of the divine way in Jesus. Saint Matthew’s Gospel emphasizes the importance of living in God’s law, enlivened by a deep and personal relationship with Jesus.
The Rulers of this Age St. Paul speaks of both the “wisdom of this age” and the “rulers of this age.” He refers specifically to the so-called wise people and institutions responsible for unjustly condemning Jesus to death. As we mourn the human sin that killed Jesus 2,000 years ago, we also consider contemporary errors and evils that wound the Body of Christ in our own age. We easily recognize the crimes of our leaders. Religious, corporate, and government institutions have inflicted suffering on countless innocent souls. The depth of our modern-day failures threatens us with despair. But Jesus calls us to renewed faithfulness and hope. Jesus tells us to “surpass” our leaders in righteousness. He instructs us to simplify our own lives: “Let your ‘Yes’ mean ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No’ mean ‘No.’ Anything more is from the evil one.” We are right to work against the sins of our leaders, but we must also scrutinize our own lives and make peace with our families, neighbors, and coworkers.
Passing Away There is some urgency in Christ’s call to holiness. Everything in this age is passing away. Jesus’ call is timely and radical, pleading with us to drop other business and make reconciliation a priority. The Lord actually says to “leave your gift at the altar” and return to worship after making peace with the adversaries in our lives. Jesus is deadly serious about the need for reconciliation and righteousness, insisting that nothing—not even our eyes and arms—are worth more than love. All of today’s readings reflect on the deep connection between God’s law and healthy, peaceful love. As St. Paul says in Romans 13:10, “love is the fulfillment of the law.” Here in the twenty-first century, we modern disciples of Christ can cultivate that mystery deep in our hearts, nurturing the tremendous twin gifts of God’s love and God’s law, offered to us freely to help us sustain a healthy and holy Body of Christ. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
6 PARISH NEWS
Lifelong formation, Scripture Study Wednesday Night Bible Study The Wednesday Night Bible Study meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month in the Parish Hall. The next meeting is February 19 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, when they will continue their study of “Divine Mercy in the Second Greatest Story Ever Told,” 10-DVD sessions with Fr. Michael Gaitley. For additional infor-mation, please contact Amparo Baldemor at (562) 260-0326 or email [email protected].
50+ Scripture Study The 50+ Scripture Study meets every other Thursday morning in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Room. The next meeting is February 20 from 8:30 to 10:00 am. For additional information, call Ted Flood at (562) 706-6048.
Centering Prayer Centering Prayer is a contemplative prayer group that meets in the church on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. The next gathering is Monday, February 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. For information, call Alison Reid at (562) 537-1592.
Readings for the Week
Parish Retreats this Spring
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
Two parish retreats are planned for Spring 2020 at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre.
Women’s Retreat Friday evening, March 27,
and concludes on Sunday, March 29, with Mass at 11:30 am.
Men’s Retreat Friday evening, April 24,
and concludes on Sunday, April 26, with Mass at 11:30 am.
The lovely grounds and peaceful atmosphere of Mater Dolorosa make this an ideal place for a weekend of spiritual renewal and growth facilitated by the Passionist retreat team. Suggested donation: $250 ($50 non-refundable deposit). Register online at http://materdolorosa.org/weekend-retreat-mar-27-29-2020/ or contact Sr. Mary Dean at (419) 304-8530 or [email protected].
Praying with Scripture Starts Feb. 27 Praying with Scripture returns on Thursday evenings beginning February 27 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in the Seton Room. Join our small faith-sharing group and reflect together on the Sunday gospels during the first five weeks of Lent. We will discuss the richness of these powerful gospels and seek to discover their meaning within ourselves. No preparation is required. Hand-outs replace the need to purchase books or materials. For more information contact Ted Flood at (562) 706-6048.
Monday: James 1: 1-11; Psalm 119: 67-68, 71-72, 75-76; Mark 8: 11-13 Tuesday: James 1: 12-18; Psalm 94: 12-13a; 14-15, 18-19; Mark 8: 14-21 Wednesday: James 1: 19-27; Psalm 15: 2-4ab, 5; Mark 8: 22-26 Thursday: James 2: 1-9; Psalm 34: 2-7; Mark 8: 27-33 Friday: James 2: 14-24, 26; Psalm 112: 1-6; Mark 8: 34 — 9:1 Saturday: 1 Peter 5: 1-4; Psalm 23: 1-3a, 4-6; Matthew 16: 13-19 Sunday: Leviticus 19: 1-2, 17-18; Psalm 103: 1-4, 8, 10, 12-13; 1 Corinthians 3: 16-23; Matthew 5: 38-48
PARISH NEWS 7
Spirituality & Family Life
Sacramental Celebrations Sacrament of Anointing the Sick Anointing of the Sick is the sacrament that is received by those who are suffering from illness, infirmity, or disability. It is appropriate to receive this sacrament prior to a serious operation or medical procedure. An individual anointing can be arranged at your home or in the hospital by calling the Parish Office.
Sacrament of Baptism All parents and godparents are required to participate in a baptismal preparation class. To register for the Sacrament of Baptism and the preparation class contact the director of faith formation, Kellie De Leo at (562) 438-3826 ext. 252.
Sacrament of Holy Orders If you are interested in becoming a priest or deacon call Fr. Michael Reardon at the Parish Office. You may also contact the Regional Vocational Director, Fr. Francis Ilano at (562) 423-7986. For additional information, go to www.lavocations.org.
Sacrament of Marriage Please contact the Parish Office for an appointment with Fr. Michael at least six months in advance.
Funeral Arrangements Please call the Parish Office to schedule a funeral.
Archdiocesan & Regional News 2020 RECongress Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the Religious Education Congress (RECongress) is the largest annual gathering of Catholics in the U.S. Last year, over 36,000 people participated in the four-day event held at the Anaheim Convention Center. The RECongress is presented in two parts: Youth Day is February 20, and the remaining three days for adults are February 21-23. To download a guidebook of work-shops, liturgies, special events, and exhibitors, go to www.RECongress.org, where you can also register for this event.
Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) to Meet February 27 The Southeastern District of the Los Angeles Archdioce-san Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) invites all wom-en of the parish to a day of prayer and fellowship with other Catholic women of the area. EVERY CATHOLIC WOMAN IS A MEMBER AND THERE ARE NO DUES. The next gathering will be held on Thursday, February 27 at St. Bernard’s Church, 9627 E. Beach Street, Bellflower 90706. The day begins at 9:30 am, and includes Rev. Matt Elshoff, who will be speaking on “Lent,” Mass, lunch and concludes at 1:30 pm. The cost is $15 per person. For reservations, please make your check payable and mail it to Alice Avery, 19126 Pricetown Avenue, Carson 90746. For information, call Alice Avery at (310) 637-1364, or Ann Barnes at (562) 633-7424, or Joan Braun at (562) 361-0309.
Did You Know?
Regional Young Adult Activities The Long Beach Young Adult group has been revived, and ongoing events may be found at www.lbcya.org.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament On February 25 at 7:00 pm, St. Cornelius Young Adults are hosting Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the church at 5500 E Wardlow Rd. All are welcome!
"Lent Like a Pro" with Fr. Dan Wilder Come learn about how fasting works, what makes a good Lenten sacrifice, and more to help you grow in your faith this Lent! Wednesday Feb. 19th, 7:30pm in the St. Hedwig’s Faith Cave at Quinn Hall located at 11482 Los Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos, CA..
Megan’s Law protects parents and children In the State of California, anyone who has engaged in sexual misconduct with a child under the age of 16 is not allowed to work directly with minors, or to be unaccompanied with minors. This includes volunteer and employee positions. This law helps to create safe environments for our children in our schools and churches. You can access the names and addresses of registered sex offenders on the Megan’s Law website. To learn more, visit http://protect.la-archdiocese.org.
California’s Presidential Primary Election is March 3, and the California Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCC) provides several resources on its website to assist you in being an informed voter. Faithful Citizenship FAQs are available at https://www.cacatholic.org/faq-page, and information on Proposition 13 can be found at https://www.cacatholic.org/proposition-13-school-bonds .
Presidential Primary Election—March 3
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