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Page Two St. Cyril of Jerusalem January 12, 2014

The Baptism of the Lord January 12, 2014

A voice came from the heavens, saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” — Matthew 3:17

Happy New Year everyone! We hope you had a restful, beautiful Christmas and are ready to take 2014 by storm. Thank you to everyone who decorated our church and grotto this year. We have such a wonderful community. FROG's (Fully Rely On God), our Children’s Liturgy Program during 10am Mass, is in full swing today. We are looking forward to seeing the kids and hearing what they have to say. It's always adorable. Our next Parish League meeting will be in the morning hours. We are hoping that this will be a more convenient time. We will let you know as soon as a date is chosen for this month. Join us. There is a lot going on and we welcome fresh faces and ideas. Please join us after Mass for a little bite and coffee. Thanks 3rd grade!

CALLED TO SERVE The status of God’s beloved Son is not one he clings to. It is one he shares. All of us are called to be sons and daughters of God. In Jesus, we can all claim God’s favor. The second reading makes this clear. Here we read of the baptism of Cornelius and his household. Peter’s speech recalls the anointing of Jesus by the Holy Spirit and the great power that swept through Israel and onto the doorstep of the Gentile Cornelius. As for his household, so for us. There is an end to our work on earth, to our baptismal vocation and the honorable work we do. But there is no end to the saving life given to us through baptism. There is no end to the life of the children of God; there is no end to God’s compas-sion, which we know in Christ Jesus. There is no end to our status as chosen and beloved people of God. Because of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, we are forever among those on whom God’s favor rests. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Annual Archiocesan Respect Life Mass The annual Archdiocesan Respect Life Mass will be taking place on Saturday, January 18th at 6:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, Los Angeles. This is a special opportunity for us to gather as an Archdiocesan family, with the Auxiliary Bishops, priests, deacons and religious and faithful, and to celebrate the Req-uiem for the Unborn, a beautiful Mass written specifically for this purpose. The Southern California Right to Life League will again host a special Youth Rally on the Cathedral Plaza, prior to the Requiem Mass featuring music and inspirational speakers and will begin at 3:00 p.m. on the lower Cathedral Plaza. More information cal be found at www.rtllsc.org. A discounted parking rate of $5 per car will be in effect for the event; carpooling encouraged, traveling via Metro, use Civic Center stop.

Msgr. Carl Bell Leads Italian Pilgrimage for the Canonization of Popes John Paul II & John XXIII

Join our dear Pastor Emeritus and friend Msgr. Carl Bell as he serves as Spiritual Tour Director for a 13-day pilgrimage throughout Italy including Rome for the Canonization of be-loved Pope John Paul II and John XXIII from April 18-April 30, 2014. Our new Holy Father Pope Francis will be present for this once in a life-

time opportunity and historic occasion. For more information and reservations, please contact the rectory, 818-986-8234 or e-mail par-ish@st-cyril.org.

St. Cyril School is looking for a teacher for their new Robotics elec-tive class. If you are interested, please call the school for details. The 10:00 a.m. Family Mass and Refreshments today are hosted by the Third Grade. The Vocal Ensemble group is providing the music. St. Cyril School is accepting applications for the 2014 -2015 school year. Please call the school office (818-501-4155) to arrange a tour and visit our website at www.stcyril.net for further information.

Did You Know? What can I do as a parent following a trauma?

Establish a sense of safety and security. It is essential that children feel protected, safe and secure in the aftermath of a trauma. Ensure that all basic needs are met, including love, care and physical close-ness. Spend extra time to let children know that someone will nurture and protect them. Children will need a lot of comforting and reassur-ance. If you would like a copy of the article, “A Parent Handout for Helping Children Heal,” e-mail jvienna@la-archdiocese.org. For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

Saturday, January 11 4:00 p.m. - Kathy Kostick, RIP Sunday, January 12 8:00 a.m. - People of the Parish 10:00 a.m. - Alex Miraftab, RIP 12:00 p.m. - Rebecca Son Boland, RIP Monday, January 13 7:30 a.m. - Jose & Mary Ellen LeGaspi, Spec. Int. Tuesday, January 14 7:30 a.m. - Harold Rios, RIP Wednesday, January 15 9:00 a.m. - Fina Scaduto, Spec. Int. Thursday, January 16 7:30 a.m. - Robin Frans, Spec. Int. Friday, January 17 7:30 a.m. - Dan Muphy, Spec. Int. Saturday, January 18 7:30 a.m. - Edel Cicione, RIP

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Spiritual Direction Opportunity for Women at Holy Spirit Retreat Center

Susan Brislin is an occupation therapist working in horticulture ther-apy with homeless populations in Los Angeles. She is also a Roman Catholic in a third order Benedictine faith community who is partici-pating in her 2nd year of her Stillpoint Center for Christian Spiritual-ity “Art of Spiritual Direction” training at the Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino. As a vital part of her internship Susan will be offer-ing a free one hour, once monthly meeting to help women“discern, identify and integrate your own experience of God into your daily life.” If interested, please contact Susan K. Brislin, MA, OTR/L by e-mail at skbrislin@aol.com.

Pray for the Sick of Our Parish: Anthony Perry Yumiko Whalen Tim Viole Frank Scicchitano Kevin Brophy Fina Scaduto Harrison Rhodes Marlene Perez Bernard Nefkens Henry Malia Dominic Towell Courtney Jones Dorothy Connerly William Shartzer Rina McCans Nancy Gervin Helen Meck Eddie Nable

Michael Glaser Phil Hodgkins Hector Cabrera Sandra Osorio Annie Gabriel Corazon Sunga Michael Kenworthy David Martinez Tom Maglio Dolores Petro Terry McMahon Stacy Frederick Philip Carnevale Leona Johnston Romy Villa Dennis Galli Patrick King Joe Avelino Harlan Hobbs Travis Thetford

Stephanie Crow DeSitter Family Garcia Family Jeschke Family Mitchell Dinopolous Irving Binder Edward Gervin Iris Li Art Pfeifer Jim Muller Roy Kohn Roy Payton Rosemary Gervin Greg Meza Rosenthal Family Maurice Harris Dolores Genova De Nardis

Chaminade College Preparatory High School Entrance Exam will be administered on two dates: January 25th and February 1st from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. An online application for admission and the application fee should be on file with the school by January 17th. Fi-nancial Aid applications are available online. For more information please call the Admissions Office at 818-

347-8300 or apply online at www.chaminade.org.

Crespi Carmelite High School is now accepting applications online for the Fall of 2014. Our entrance exam will be offered on January 25th and February 1st. Please visit www.crespi.org for more information or to sign up.

Children’s Bureau Family Foster Care & Adoptions Children need your help! Children’s Bureau is forced to turn away hundreds of children each month due to a lack of foster and adoptive families. Nationwide, there are over 100,000 foster children waiting for permanent families! Children’s Bureau helps hundreds of children find safe, nurturing families each year. Training, support and financial stipends are pro-vided. Please give us a call or attend an information meeting to learn more.

Information Meeting Saturdays January 18, February 15th, March 15th

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Schedule of Events Monday, January 13 3:30 p.m. - Religious Education Classes (Gr. 7-9) Tuesday, January 14 8:00 a.m. - Mother of Perpetual Help Novena 3:30 p.m. - Religious Education Classes (Gr. 1-6) Thursday, January 16 7:00 p.m. - RCIA (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 a.m. - Choir Practice

Rest In Peace With confidence, O Lord, we ask that eternal rest be granted to Florence Buttitta. Let the perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Isaiah speaks of the Servant whom the LORD up-holds; he shall bring forth justice to the nations (Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7). Psalm — The Lord will bless his people with peace (Psalm 29). Second Reading — Jesus was anointed by God with the Holy Spirit; he went out healing and doing good (Acts 10:34-38). Gospel — A voice comes from heaven proclaiming Jesus as the be-loved Son, with whom God is well pleased (Matthew 3:13-17). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corpo-ration. All rights reserved.

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