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SUN. 05/29 SOLEMNITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI

7:30 AM PAUL SAUER 9:00 AM GEORGE PETRELLI 10:30 AM FIDELA RAMIREZ 12:00 PM JIM MORRIS 7:30 PM PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA

MON. 05/30 MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE

ONLY ONE MASS AT 9:00 AM

TUE. 05/31 6:30 AM YASNAY HERRERA 8:00 AM THE ROBINSON FAMILY ♦ WED. 06/01 6:30 AM SUSAN STEFANSKI ♦ 8:00 AM ZACHARY KEIRNAN

THUR. 06/02 6:30 AM HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORY 8:00 AM HENRY JACK MOORE FRI. 06/03 6:30 AM CHRIS WYATT ♦ 8:00 AM 8th GRADE CLASS SAT. 06/04 8:00 AM THE CAMPOS FAMILY 5:30 PM MSGR. GABRIEL GONZALES

Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...

LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers… Adoracion Vergara Nanette Ponte Ann Lamkey Beatrice Vasek Beverly Galip Marinelli Bertrina DeRouen Brandi Hines Carl Brasil Carolyn Lispcomb Cleofas Prieto Charles Guerra Charles Keglevich David Connolly David Islas Deanna Marie Messier Donald “Sunny” Sunderlin Elizabeth Hauser Elizabeth Ventresca Fr. Lancy Pereira Fran Wilkerson Ging Savares

Hector Briones Hector Salas James Dugan Janet Erike Jeff Hebron Jim Tyrrell Joanna Musacchio Jorden Aponte Jose A. Anaya Joyce Lynn Donnellan Juan Salas Julie Martinez Julian Moran Leo Cullen Lori Caldwell Lysa Dennehy Manuel Villalobos Mary Ann Kwinn Melvin Peluchette Michelle Anaya Michlene “Mimi” Hébert

Norma Aaron Nuria Lavilla Brau Peggy Keelaghan Peter Cathcart Ruth Smith Sandy Dalton Seth Brunett Sr. Eileen Marie (Marleen) Corrigan Stephane Lempire Tom Tyrrell Victoria Mitsakos Yolanda Wygal David Islas Jane Galic

Family members please contact the Parish Office to let us know about the condition of those for whom we pray at 310-670-2243.

MASS INTENTIONS FOR HOLY WEEK:

MAY 29th, 2016 - SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST: In today’s Gospel, the disciples suggest that Jesus disperse the crowd so that they might individually seek food and lodging. The miracle of the feeding of the five thousand is Jesus’ powerful reminder that when we share our gifts in His name there is always more than enough!

Birthday Anniversary ♥ Memorial Support ♦

FAITH IS Faith is not merely praying Upon our knees at night; Faith is not merely straying Through darkness into light... Faith is the brave endeavor, The splendid enterprise, The strength to serve, whatever Conditions may arise. —Anonymous

FED BY THE LORD Jesus’ words “This is my body” and “This cup is the new covenant in my blood” were only part of his table blessing. Jesus twice said: “Do this in remembrance of me” (1 Corinthians 11:24, 25). This is the good news of today’s solemnity. Like the five thousand hungry souls, we are fed by our Lord. This is not food that satisfies for only a short time, until the next meal. It is food that lasts and changes us. It is food for sharing in much the same way as Melchizedek did when he brought bread and wine to the returning Abraham. As children of God’s reign, we are blessed to be able to receive and share God’s gift. And we do so in the way most appropriate to our state in life—as parents, children, husbands, wives, or religious. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Celebrating Our Faith Next Week ~ Saturday, June 4th / Sunday, June 5th

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.

Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...

WE ENCOURAGE ALL TO READ AND REFLECT ON THE BIBLICAL PASSAGES THAT

WILL BE PROCLAIMED AT ALL THE MASSES

First Reading — Elijah revives the son of a widow (1 Kings 17:17-24). Psalm — I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me (Psalm 30). Second Reading — Paul explains God’s call to him to preach to the Gentiles (Galatians 1:11-19). Gospel — Jesus raises from the dead the son of a widow in the city of Nain (Luke 7:11-17).

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) 3:303:30——5 pm and 7:305 pm and 7:30——8 pm.8 pm.

Msgr. CoxMsgr. Cox

Masses: Sat: 5:30 p.m. Sun: 7:30 a.m. Sun: 9:00 a.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. Sun: 12:00 NN. Sun: 7:30 p.m.

Celebrants: Msgr. Cox Msgr. Cox Fr. Tom Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Vadakin Msgr. Vadakin

This Week: Saturday, May 28th / Sunday, May 29th Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ—Corpus Christi

To Receive Holy Communion (For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound). Please call Gloria Bowen, Eucharistic Minister to the sick at 310-670-5971.

Reflections on Today’s Readings: FOCUS: Today we celebrate the truth that Jesus left us an immeasurable gift, that of His sacred Body and Blood, which is present for us in every Mass we attend. At times, we may find it hard to comprehend that Jesus is truly here and present with us. Each time we receive Holy Communion, we truly receive Christ. Nourished and strengthened by Jesus, we draw closer to Him. Our participation in Holy Communion allows us to live in greater love and unity with one another and gives us the strength we need to share Christ’s light and love with others.

LITURGY OF THE WORD: The first reading tells of Melchizedek, a priest of God Most High, who brought out bread and wine and gave a blessing to Abram. Abram gave him a tenth of everything. The second reading recalls Jesus’ words at the Last Supper, that when we eat this bread and drink the cup, we proclaim the death of the Lord until He comes again. In the Gospel, Jesus feeds a crowd of five thousand with only five small loaves of bread and two fish.

Nazareth House Auxiliary Luncheon 3333 Manning Avenue, Los Angeles

Thursday, June 9, 2016 11:30 am

Reservations: Call Cathy Nichols, 310-838-8689.

Called to Heal Hearts In order to better help women and men suffering from a past abortion, the

Archdiocese of Los Angeles is developing the Merciful Companion Ministry - This ministry will train lay women and men to make the initial walk with those seeking to heal from the effects of past abortions. Training and support is provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The time commitment is not great, but the healing that can be provided to those in need is immense. If you feel called to share Christ's mercy and help those suffering from a past abortion find hope and healing, please contact Sharon sharonstpierrelcsw@gmail.com.

Southern California Catholic Home Educators is hosting the 17th Annual Home School Conference and Curriculum Fair on Saturday, June 18, 8am-4pm, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1015 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Come for speakers, vendors, used curriculum, and your questions answered! For more information, or to register, go to: www.southerncaliforniacatholichomeeducators.org. Early bird discount ends June 11th. For local information contact Jane at 310-568-9891.

Ministry equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…

REMINDER: Please give to: THE MSGR. GABE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND A special giving account has been established in the Online Giving Portal to accept credit or debit cards. The web address is: http://www.st-anastasia.org/giving/monsignor-gabe-scholarship-fund/ contact the Parish Office at 310-670-2243. You can also make a check payable to St. Anastasia Church and note Msgr. Gabe Memorial fund in the memo. Mail to: St. Anastasia Parish, 7390 W. Manchester Ave., LA, California 90045.

Fact of Life Please join Archbishop Gomez and people of faith throughout California for 9 Days of Prayer and Fasting before the implementation of assisted suicide in our state on Jun 9. Recite the prayer from St. John Paul II, to lift up in prayer our brothers and sisters who are elderly, disabled, or nearing the end of life.

Prayer for The Sick, Elderly and Dying O God, source of all life and hope, look kindly on our brothers and sisters facing the end of their lies, fill them with the hope of your mercy and give them peace and comfort. We pray for our citizens to choose life and fight against assisted suicide. Lord, move our hearts to work for life and for the protection of the elderly, the sick and the disabled. Renew our commitment to building a community where every human life is welcomed and wanted, valued and defended, from conception to natural death. We ask this through the intercession of Saint John Paul II. Amen.

“Vatican Splendors” at the Reagan Library There are still a few seats left on our trip to the Reagan Library to view the extraordinary collection of historical and religious objects dating as far back as the first century, including works by Michelangelo and Bernini. The $76 cost will include your admission to the exhibit and the Library, as well as a BBQ buffet lunch, water on the bus, and all gratuities. We will be leaving at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 13, and returning to St. Anastasia at 6 PM. Call Laurette for reservations at 310.670. 2488. Reservations must be fully paid by June 3. (Do not send replies to this email address -- please send all replies directly to Laurette.)

A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH!!

Divine Mercy: The Second Greatest Story Ever Told! You are invited to view the DVD by Father Michael Gaitley every Wednesday evening at the St. Anastasia Our Lady of Grace prayer group from 7-8:30 PM in the Parish Office for the next 9 weeks. Come to some or all and learn more about the nature of our awesome God-His infinite mercy during this year of Mercy. Questions? 310-502-9105. Hope to see you there!!

Things to do in the Jubilee Year: Offer a novena of chaplets for the intentions. Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy daily, Make the Stations of the Cross regularly, especially at 3 p.m., the Hour of Great Mercy.

Together In Mission (Report as of May 23, 2016)

Parish Goal: $91,400

Amount Pledged: $69,525

Amount Paid: $58,227

Number of families contributing as of today’s: 184

Difference under goal: $33,173

Please remember that by contributing to this fund, you do not only help those less fortunate; you also help St. Anastasia to reach our goal!!

Thanks! May God bless your generosity!

The Rectory Office will be CLOSED this Monday, May 30th, to commemorate Memorial Day.

Will resume Tuesday, May 31st.

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin

Ministry in Community…

Increase self-esteem through praise Praise is just as important as providing

food and shelter for a child. Praise is an important aspect of raising a confident child. When you praise a child, not only doyou raise their self-esteem and self-concept but you increase their overall self-worth. One thing you can do is focus on the child and describe what you see. For example, you can say: “You are so patient. That means a lot to your little brother.” For more tips on praising children please email jvienna@la-archdiocese.org or call(213) 637-7227.

Kids Living Faith: Sunday, May 29th, 2016

Solemnity of Corpus Christi

And, after He had given thanks, broke it and said, “This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way also the cup, after supper, saying, ”This cup is the new covenant in my blood.

Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” 1 Corinthians 11:24-26

Today we celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. At the Last Supper, knowing that the next day His earthly body would be crucified, Jesus gave His disciples the power to change bread and wine into His Sacred Body and Blood. This happens every day, in every Mass around the world. When you receive Holy Communion, you receiver Jesus completely—body, blood, soul and divinity. This is how you proclaim that Jesus Christ is Lord.

Our Online Giving system now has an App for Apple and Android products! You can download it for free from OLGapp.com, the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. If you are new to Online Giving, register on the app by entering our Church ID 1706 or register on the website @ www.osvonlinegiving.com/1706.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY If you haven't yet registered, stop by the Parish Office for a registration form or request one via email from parishregistration@st-anastasia.org. Do you have a new mailing address, email address, or phone number? Please make sure your contact info is up to date with the parish! Email parishregistration@st-anastasia.org with your new or updated info. Please include your name and envelope number so we can ensure your records match up!

Traveling Holy Family - If interested in having the Holy Family at home, email at regina@st-anastasia.org to reserve your time. Holy Family # 1 - May, Mercurio Family Holy Family # 2 - May, Hebert Family

Your attention please!!!

SAVE THE DATE July 11 through July 15,

2016 JUMP IN AND JOIN IN

ST. ANASTASIA VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL THAT’S ALL ABOUT JESUS! Barnyard Roundup shows kids that Jesus cares and provides for them, now and forever, no matter what.

Monday, July 11 through Friday, July 15. 9 to Noon Ages 4 to 9

Find Registration and Information online in our website: http://www.st-anastasia.org/ under Sacraments-Religious Education/VBS.

Reminders/Courtesy Announcements;

TODAY, Sunday, May 29th, the monthly Wedding Anniversary Blessing takes place after all Masses. All couples married during the month of May are welcome! JUNE coming up events: June 3rd, 8th Grade Graduation! June 10th, Last Day of School!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDVOLUNTEERS NEEDEDVOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Homeless Weekend Ministry is in need of additional volunteers. In conjunction with five other parishes, we staff St. Robert’s Center in Venice on Saturdays and Sundays, making and distributing sack lunches and toiletries to the homeless. We also prepare bags of food which are distributed to needy poor families who are struggling to make ends meet. Our volunteers work a four hour shift once every six weeks. Participants must be adults or high school age. For more information or to sign up, please call Lori or Bob Caldwell at 301-823-7417.

Congratulations to our newly commissioned Altar Servers. We are proud of your accomplishments and look forward to your serving our parish community in the coming years. Thank you and blessings to each one of you. The St. Anastasia Altar Server Committee

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

Ministers of the Eucharist Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971 Linda Schmidt…..... ............. 397-5691 Ministers of the Word ......... Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238 Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Evelio Leon .......... .............. 895-8898 Courtyard Hospitality Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001 Altar Care Dolores Saenz ..... . ............. 337-7213 Liturgy Committee Richard Arias ....... . ............. 641-4194 Altar Server Committee: Herb Masi ……………………641-2819 Maura Reznik………………..645-6845

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES MASSES - WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 6:30 AM & 8 AM First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, and 11 AM (during the School year) Saturday: 8 AM WEEKENDS Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM HOLY DAYS Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during the School year) & 7 PM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday: 3:30 - 5 PM & 7:30 - 8 PM DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the 8 AM Mass. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of the month from 8:30 - 9:30 AM ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the Sick is celebrated upon request of the family

BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are required to participate in preparation program. Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243

MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the Rectory no later that 6 months before their proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office 310-670-2243.

R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory.

FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the Rectory 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: parish@st-anastasia.org

St. Anastasia Catholic School 8631 S. Stanmoor Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045

310-645-8816 Office Website: school.St-Anastasia.org Email: school@st-anastasia.org

PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES

Bereavement …………….....670-2243

Grief Support Group Sue McLaughlin ……..…….413-2575

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 …………………….. .............. 670-2243

Safe Guard the Children Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243 Karen Diaz .......................... 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

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 Jayne Cram………………….645-1140

Bible Study Carolyn Godlewski .............. 670-2243 Marti Moran………………….670-2243

Social Ministry Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488

Family Visitation Ministry Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001

Chronic Pain Support Ministry Patrick Doherty…………….650-0274 Patty Wiacek……………….713-5298.

PARISH ORGANIZATIONS

Parish Finance Council Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206 Pastor Advisory Council ………………………………..670-2243 Site Committee Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534 Men’s Club Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646 Knights of Columbus…..…..821-2324

Arts and Education Andy Kozlowski .... .............. 670-3152

Stewardship ………......…….670-2243

PASTORAL TEAM PASTOR: Vacant Administrator Pro Tem Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A. Priest in Residence Msgr. Gregory A. Cox Pastor Emeritus Rev. Thomas F. King

Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Sacramental Recorder Aleida Rodriguez Director of Religious Education Jonette Mauch Confirmation Coordinator Gabriel Reyes Director of Adult Faith Formation and Stewardship Director of Music Ministry Chris Roque School Principal Michael Muir School Office Manager, Bookkeeper Louise Lance School Office Assistant Linda Schmidt Consultative School Board Betsy Sichi PTO - Parent Teacher Organization Shawna Wiseman Becca Zambotti ADESTE (After School Program) Elizabeth Soriano Maintenance Javier Antunes

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults and SRE (Sunday School) Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243 Confirmation Gabriel Reyes ....... …………. 670-2243 Infant Baptism Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119

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INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PRIEST OR IN RELIGIOUS LIFE?

Call the Office for Vocations 213-637-7248

www.la-archdiocese.org/org/vocations