Parish Office: (323) 664-1305 • Fax: (323) 664-4975

Web Page: www.stfrancisla.org E-mail: parishoffice@stfrancisla.org

Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Closed Sunday and Monday

Priests are available during office hours or by appointment Pastor: Fr. Rene Juarez, O.F.M.

Associate Pastor: Fr. Sebastian Sandoval, O.F.M., ext. 18frsebastian.sfpla@gmail.com

Deacon: John SalazarMusic Director: Christine De Leon Receptionist: Liza Alamillo, ext. 10

Director of Religious Education: Vilma Sierra, (323) 662-3345

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Leslie De Leonardis, Principal

Web Page: www.stfrancisla.comPhone (323) 665-3601 • Fax (323) 665-4143School E-mail: ldeleonardis@stfrancisla.com

Schedule/HorarioMASS: English: Sunday 8:00 am, 12:00 pm;

Weekdays: Monday - Saturday, 8:00 amSaturday Vigil, 5:00 pm

 

MISA: Español: Sábados, 7:00 pm Domingos, 10:00 am

RECONCILIATION: Saturdays/Sábados 4:00 - 4:45 pm, English/Español

 

BAPTISMS: Please check office for dates and times.BAUTIZOS: Las fechas y horarios se encuentran en la oficina. 

MARRIAGE: Please register in Office six months before intended dateMATRIMONIO: Favor de registrarse seis meses antes de la fecha deseada  

DEVOTIONS: Taize Contemplative Prayer First Friday, 7:00 pmRosary Monday - Saturday after 8:00 am MassOur Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Wednesday 7:00 pm

QUINCEAÑERAS: Favor de registrarse seis meses antes de la fecha deseada con Vilma Sierra (323) 662-3345

Third Sunday of Easter

April 30, 2017

1523 Golden Gate Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 664-1305

LITURGY COUNCILLiturgical Ministry followed by Ministry Coordinators:

 

HOSPITALITY: Ken CastilloEUCHARISTIC MINISTRY: Carolina Benson LECTORS: Ben Mamaril, Milagros GomezMUSIC MINISTRY: Christine de LeonALTAR SERVERS: Victor VelozSACRISTAN: Lydia Emnace, Dumas Pineda, José ValdesCHURCH ENVIRONMENT: Dumas Pineda CHURCH FLORIST: Greg Llamas and Ellie Miller

ACTIVITIESFILIPINO COMMUNITY: Butch GeraldezGRUPO de ORACIÓN: Maria Luisa Garcia, Tuesday, 7pmGUADALUPANOS: Silvia Resendiz, 2do & 4to, Domingo, 12 NoonHOLY NAME SOCIETY: Dale Benson, 2nd Sun., 8:00 MassJESUS is LORD Prayer Group: Lydia Emnace, Thursdays, 7pmKOREAN SECULAR FRANCISCANS Anges Ho, 1st SundaySECULAR FRANCISCANS: Terri Foster, 2nd Sunday, 2pmSEMILLA DEL REINO: Vilma Sierra, Fri, 7pm (323) 662-3345YOUTH GROUP: Victor Veloz, Fri, 6pm - 9pm

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Vilma SierraC.C.D. Saturdays R.C.I.A.: Colleen McClure-Morell, Tuesdays, 7pm

R.I.C.A.: Vilma Sierra, Tuesdays, 7pmYOUTH CONFIRMATION: Saturdays

OUTREACHWe welcome your ideas for serving those in need.

 

COMMUNION TO THE SICK: Jorge Guillen & Angelina MoralesAIDS MINISTRY: Renee Stampolis

W e e k l y R e f l e c t i o n

TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FEEl 3 de mayo en el sur de Ilocos, Filipinas,

se celebra la fiesta del Cristo milagroso o Apo Lacay como lo llaman los filipinos. Esta imagen fue encontrada dentro de una caja que flotaba en el mar, junto con la Virgen Milagrosa. Fueron unos pescadores quienes hicieron el hallazgo. Los pescadores eran de los pueblos de Badoc y Sinait y decidieron llevarse el Cristo a Badoc, pero no lograron moverlo. Una vez que decidieron llevarse al Cristo a Sinait, la imagen se hizo muy ligera de peso, por lo cual se piensa que Cristo deseaba estar en Sinait.

Este Cristo negro recuerda a los Cristos milagrosos de Latinoamérica, como el Santo Cristo de Esquipulas (Guatemala), los Cristos de Tila, Chalma y Otaltitlán (México), el Señor de los Milagros (Perú) y otros. Probablemente se trata de una evangelización española ya que en 1595, el rey Felipe II mandó varios Cristos negros a los cristianos indígenas de América. En todo caso, estos Cristos han resultado milagrosos gracias a la fe del pueblo, porque como dice Jesús: nuestra fe es la que nos salva (Marcos 5:34; 10:46-52).—Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

R e f l e x i ó n S e m a n a lTREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION

Some monks and nuns trace their community origins back a thousand years or so, before it became customary to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in tabernacles. In their rules of life, which evolved from the lifestyle and prayer of their predecessors, the core experience of Christ’s presence is at the altar itself, and in the symbol of assembly for prayer. To this day, when the monks or nuns file into their church in procession, they march two by two, and then bow profoundly to the altar before turning and bowing in reverence toward the brother or sister at their side. It is probably more difficult, in practice, to revere the presence of Christ in a person who irks you by taking the car keys, shirking a work duty, or burning the toast!

We can trace in these religious orders’ enduring customs the ancient appreciation for the altar as the center of the church building, and of the community of the faithful as the Body of Christ. Usually, a monastery today will reserve the Blessed Sacrament in some quiet corner of the monastic church, in a fairly small space, more suitable for private prayer than for the gathering of the whole community. In a cloister, the architecture may allow the public limited access to this space. Liturgical law tells us, in both monasteries and parish churches, that there is no need for more than a few hosts in the place of reservation, just enough for viaticum, the “food for the journey” that is the final sacramental celebration for a dying Christian.—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

R E A D I N G S a n d I N T E N T I O N S

Monday, 5/1 St.JosephtheWorker Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-298:00 AM - Michael Wilson +Tuesday, 5/2 St.Athanasius Acts 7:51 — 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-358:00 AM - Pro PopuloWednesday, 5/3 Ss.PhilipandJames 1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-5; Jn 14:6-148:00 AM - Pro PopuloThursday, 5/4 NationalDayofPrayer Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-518:00 AM - Pro PopuloFriday, 5/5 Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-598:00 AM - Alejo & Anunciación Garay +; Jun Panlagui (b-day)Saturday, 5/6 Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-69 8:00 AM - Pro Populo5:00 PM - Simeona & Enrico Malabanan +7:00 PM - Pro PopuloSunday, 5/74thSundayofEaster Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps 23:1-6; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-108:00AM - Mike Stanley +, Clark Harmon +10:00AM - Pro Populo12:00 PM - Helen Abanilla +

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T O D A Y ' S R E A D I N G SFirst Reading — God has raised the crucified Jesus, who now pours forth the Holy Spirit upon us (Acts 2:14, 22-33).Psalm — Lord, you will show us the path of life (Psalm 16).Second Reading — Our faith and hope are in God who raised Jesus from the dead (1 Peter 1:17-21).Gospel — Through his words and in the breaking of the bread, the risen Christ made himself known to two disciples on their way to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35).

L E C T U R A S D E H O Y Evangelio — No era posible que Jesús quedara bajo el dominio de la muerte (Hechos 2:14, 22- 33).Salmo — Señor, nos mostrarás el sendero de vida (Salmo 16 [15]).Segunda lectura — Han sido salvados por la Sangre preciosa de Cristo, como un cordero sin mancha ni defecto. (1 Pedro 1:17-21).Evangelio — Reconocieron a Jesús en la fracción del pan (Lucas 24:13-35).

S t . F r a n c i s F i n a n c i a l R e p o r tCollection: 4/15-4/16 $4,564

EFFECTSThe effect of our sharing in the body

and blood of Christ is to change us into what we receive.—Pope Saint Leo the Great

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St. Francis of Assisi Parish's goal: $21,400 Monies received by Together in Mission: $12,522

Total Pledged $16,989Together in Mission supports 81 parishes and 63 schools in all regions of the Archdiocese

V o c a t i o n sIf you feel that God is calling you to religious or

priestly life, please don’t hesitate to talk to Fr. Oscar or Br. Erick Pilarcik, OFM (408) 903-3422.

Vocations@sbfranciscans.org

Vocaciones Si sientes que Dios te llama a la vida religiosa o sacerdotal, favor de hablar con

el Padre René para más información.

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DID YOU KNOW? Stress can affect the children around youEveryone has stress, whether it is a bad day at work, car trouble, or simply too many things to do. It is important to learn how to manage your stress – for your own sake and for the children around you. Too much stress can make it hard to parent effectively. After a while, your children may show signs of stress, too. To learn more about how to identify and cope with stress, visit https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-management.htm.

¿SABÍA USTED? El estrés puede afectar a los niños a su alrededorTodo el mundo tiene estrés, ya sea por un mal día en el trabajo, problemas con el automóvil, o simplemente demasiadas cosas que hacer. Es importante aprender a manejar su estrés, por su propio bien y por los niños que le rodean. Demasiado estrés puede hacer que sea difícil la crianza de los hijos con efectividad. Después de un tiempo, sus hijos pueden también mostrar signos de estrés. Para obtener más información sobre cómo identificar y hacer frente al estrés, visite https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/stress-management.htm.

Retiro: El Señor es mi Luz y Salvador

20 de Mayo en el salón parroquial3pm - 9pm

Impartida por: Rafael Diaz y Sergio Morales

Música en VivoDonación $10 Free Immigration Workshop

There will be a class on immigration on May 6th from 11AM - 3PM in the parish hall. This is an informative class aimed at educating people on their rights.

Taller de Inmigración GratisHabrá una clase de inmigración el 6 de Mayo de 11AM a 3PM en el salón parroquial. La clase es para informarle a la gente sobre sus derechos.

Thank you to all who have helped with theTardeada Primavera

Enjoy the weekend filled with with joy and sharing.

Gracias a todos los que están ayudando con a laTardeada Primavera

Disfruten del fin de semana lleno de alegría y compartimiento.

Bienvenida a la Virgen de Zapopan

May 13, 20174:00PM - 7:00PM

Traigan Flores para ofrecerlas.

We will be visited by the image of Our Lady of Zapopan on May 13, from 4PM - 7PM. All are invited.

Curso de formación biblicoInicio de clases, 26 de Abril del 2017 a las 7pm en el salón parroquial Todos están

invitados.

Breakfast This SundayThe breakfast sale is sponsored

by the prayer group Semilla del Reino.

Desayuno este Domingo

El desayuno este fin de semana es patrocinado por el grupo

Semilla del Reino.

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Mother’s Day Remembrance

Mother’s Day is May 14th and you are invited to register the name of a mother, living or deceased to be remembered in our Mother’s Day altar. Please sign up in the parish office. The donation per name is $15. You are also invited to bring a photo to be displayed in our special altar. Please do not bring originals. Save the date for our Mother’s Day luncheon, May 14th.

Recordando a nuestras MadresEl Día de las Madres es el 14 de Mayo y están invitados a registrar el nombre de una madre, viva o difunta para ser recordada en nuestro altar durante el mes de Mayo. Favor de registrarse en la oficina parroquial. La donación por nombre es $15. También están invitados a traer una photo de su mamá para el altar. Favor de no traer originales. Favor de guardar la fecha para lacomida del Dia de las Madres el 14 de Mayo.

St. Francis of Assisi School is NOW ENROLLING, grades TK to 8th!

Stop by the school, take a look at the website (www.stfrancisla.com) or simply call

(323) 665-3601 to find out all about the wonderful things happening at SFA School! See Ms. De Leonardis, our principal, with

any questions or inquiries! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Eucharistic AdorationFriday, May 5Mass at 8AM followed by Adoration. Ending at 7pm.

Adoración EucarísticaViernes, 5 de MayoMisa a las 8AM seguida por Adoración.Terminando a las 7PM.

Taizé Contemplative Prayer ServiceYou are invited to join us onFriday, May 5th at 7:00PM

Taizé prayer service in the church.

Taizé Oración ContemplativaEstán invitados el

Viernes, 5 de Mayo a las 7:00PMpara la oración Taizé

en la iglesia.