Bulletin for June 30 - Our Lady of the Assumption

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Community
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Week of June 30, 2013
In the spotlight...
Scripture reflection
In Luke’s Gospel, we join Jesus on his
final journey to Jerusalem, his passage that
leads him to his death and resurrection. The
trek itself is a series of stories, sometimes not
connected by anything but the trip itself. The
reading takes us through Samaria, where
Jesus, because he is traveling to Jerusalem,
is rejected. The conflict between the Samaritans
and the Jews is well documented and
referred to many times in Scripture. It also
provides a hidden connection to the first
reading as the Samaritans were descended
from people of the northern kingdom, while
the Jews were descended from people of the
southern kingdom.
The stewardship key to this Gospel nonetheless
is Jesus’ call to three different persons
to “Follow me.” The three people included
in the Gospel respond to Jesus the same
way that Elisha in the first reading responds,
“Yes, I will follow you, but first let me…” Just
as we are called to some vocation, the basis
of our calling is to follow Jesus – to be a
disciple of the Lord. As harsh as it may seem,
there are no excuses for not being a disciple.
That is the point of the Gospel.
Our call to discipleship, to stewardship, is
not timeless; it is urgent and it is immediate.
It is something we must do right now.
– From The Catholic Steward
Read the report on the recent Uturn mission trip on Page 2.
Mark your calendars for July social events listed on Page 3.
There are Faith Formation options for both children and adults this summer.
See Page 5.
Meet our new receptionist, and read the update on the fundraiser for Jazmine
on the Back Page.

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Report on Uturn’s summer mission
Dear OLA Family,
Our teens and adult chaperones journeyed together on a week-long mission trip in
Pasadena June 16-22. During our time together, we served with different organizations such
as the LA Food Bank, Enrich LA, and the Harambee House, which provided our room and
board for the week. We planted gardens, weeded, leveled plots of land, fixed gutters, organized
sheds, sorted food, and played with the children of Harambee House.
Each night, after completing our challenging service, we would eat dinner as a family
and begin the evening program where we were guided by the staff of Next Step Ministries
to take the “next step” in our walk with Christ. We were asked to reflect on whatever might
be holding us back from diving head-first into life in Christ, and challenged to be missionaries
to each other.
The most powerful night of our mission came on Wednesday evening when we
washed the feet of our fellow team members and prayed over each other. This time of prayer
and bonding brought each of us so close together. I know it was an experience that changed
our hearts forever.
Before leaving OLA, each of us was given a cross as a gift from the parish. Carrying
this cross with us on mission was a tangible reminder to us that we carried each of you with
us. This mission was life-changing for all, but none of it would have been possible without
the prayers, love, and support of our entire OLA community. We are thrilled to be able to
share our experiences with you at our Shareholders Dinner later in the summer! More information
about that will be provided to you in the upcoming month. Please continue to pray
for us as we pray for you!
In Christ,
Teresa Arredondo
Uturn Coordinator
In today’s second reading, St. Paul provides a wonderful one-sentence summary of
Christian stewardship: “Out of love, place yourselves at one another’s service.”
Liturgy appreciation dinner
With 120 liturgical ministers in attendance, the recent evening “celebrating the joys of our ministry”
combined light-hearted humor with the more serious business
of giving thanks for the year-round service of hospitality ministers,
lectors, musicians, deacons, presiders, ministers of the
Holy Eucharist, planners, technicians, and the environment
team. These are the servant leaders of our worshipping community
who prove their commitment week after week at our
Masses and prayer services. We acknowledge not only the
quantity of hours given but the quality of their contribution.
Parish Offertory Collection
Weekend of June 22-23 $17,994
Online donations $ 1,886
Budget $20,391
Under budget $ (512)

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Highlights
Claremont, California – Parish Directory on Page 7
Liturgical Events
Eucharistic Adoration in the
Reflection Room will be Friday,
July 5, following 6:30 a.m. Mass,
and concluding Saturday, before
the 8:15 a.m. Mass.
Rosary for Life will be led by
Knights of Columbus on First Friday,
July 5, at 6:15 p.m.
Meetings
Ladies of Columbus meet
Tuesday, July 2, at 7:30 in the
Sapienza Room.
Knights of Columbus convene
Tuesday, July 9, at
7:30 p.m. in the convent.
The parish office will be closed
Thursday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
The only Mass on July 4 will be at 8:15 a.m.
Memorial Park in Claremont will host information booths for OLA
School and Parish (#32) and Fair Trade (#32), as well as food booths
for the Knights of Columbus sausages (#45), Ladies of Columbus
hotdogs (#33) and ICF (Handel’s) ice cream (#34).
Faith Formation programs
are open for registration,
including Vacation Bible
School, First Communion
prep, and other classes.
See Page 5
Inquire about RCIA at an
information meeting for
those who wish to learn
more about becoming an
active Catholic.
See Page 5
USO collection for military
personnel traveling through
Ontario Airport will be next
Sunday, July 7, after all
morning Masses.
Find it on the Back Page…
Meet our new receptionist
and read the update on the
fundraising for Jazmine
Domenzain.
Interested in a new group
for widows/widowers?
See Page 6
community life
Concert Under the Stars funds K of C
The biggest fundraiser for the Knights of Columbus will be
the Concert Under the Stars Saturday, July 20, at the beautiful
Herb Hafif Estate in La Verne. Guests are shuttled to the 150-
acre property from surrounding parking. Linen tablecloths and
mood lighting enhance the outdoor setting. The dinner will be
catered by Walter’s Restaurant of Claremont. A top-flight
“classic rock” band will bring the sound of the Fifties, Sixties
and Seventies to the outdoor stage. Notable is the fact that the
price of $55 per person will be fully remitted to the Knights for
their charitable programs for OLA parish and school. Tickets
are available on the patio after all Masses this weekend. Or contact
Bruce Mayclin at (626) 260-3483.
The Family Music and Movie Night
hosted by the Men’s Fellowship is this
Saturday, July 6, on the parish green.
Bring a picnic dinner, blanket and lawn
chairs at 6:30 p.m. The Falconers band
will entertain the crowd until 8 pm.
when the movie “Courageous” will be
shown.
Bring your family, bring your
friends… all are welcome at the first
event by this new OLA group.

Mass Intentions/Readings
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Week of June 30 Year C
MONDAY, July 1
Bl. Junipero Serra
Gn 18:16-33; Ps 103:1b-4, 8-11; Mt 8:18-22
6:30am Jimmy & Angie Perisits
8:15am Anthony Hung Lun Lum
5:30pm Jasper Matranga
TUESDAY, July 2
Gn 19:15-29; Ps 26:2-3, 9-12; Mt 8:23-27
6:30am Wong Children
8:15am Phong Bui
5:30pm Morga Family
WEDNESDAY, July 3
St. Thomas
Eph 2:19-22; Ps 117:1bc-2; Jn 20:24-29
6:30am Virginia Yaseen
8:15am Johnny S. Inguito
5:30pm Collective Intentions
THURSDAY, July 4
Independence Day
Gn 22:1b-19; Ps 115:1-6, 8-9; Mt 9:1-8;
8:15am Vincent Monaco
FRIDAY, July 5
St. Anthony Zaccaria,
St. Elizabeth of Portugal, First Friday
Gn 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67; Ps 106:1b-5;
Mt 9:9-13
6:30am Susie & Frank Kolle
8:15am Quintin Inguito
5:30pm Fausta Villalvazo de
Martinez
SATURDAY, July 6
St. Maria Goretti, First Saturday
Gn 27:1-5, 15-29; Ps 135:1b-6; Mt 9:14-17
8:15am Juliete Posadas
4:00pm Matthew & Robert Grenell
5:30pm Casey O’Connor
SUNDAY, July 7
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 66:10-14c; Ps 66:1-7, 16, 20;
Gal 6:14-18; Lk 10:1-12, 17-20 [10:1-9]
7:00am Mary Platte
9:00am Italian Catholic Federation
11:00am People of the Parish
1:00pm Adeline Countee
3:00pm Special Intention
5:00pm Fermin Bigting
7:00pm Collective Intentions
= Deceased
To have a Mass offered for a particular intention
is an ancient and commendable practice.
Requesting an intention to be remembered at
Mass is a traditional way of participating more
fully in the infinite fruits of the Eucharistic sacrifice.
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Sunday, June 30
Teen Mass at 5 p.m. followed by dinner and Uturn meeting
Theme: How to avoid being an annoying Catholic
A lesson in listening and leading
Tuesday, July 2
Confirmation Year Two registration meeting at 7 p.m.
for parents only in the auditorium
Wednesday, July 3
Word Up Bible Study begins with 5:30 p.m. Mass then reassembles
at The Junction for study session until 7 p.m.
Sunday, July 7
Teen Mass at 5 p.m. followed by dinner and the annual
celebration in honor of graduating seniors
No Word up Bible Study this week
Uturn teens will be working at Vacation Bible School.
Rosary Group re-starts,
welcomes young moms
The Ave Maria
Prayer Group has
been re-activated
recently, meeting
in the home of
Parishioner Joan
Giuliano in Upland to say the Rosary
together.
The group meets weekly on
Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m.
and welcomes mothers with small
children.
For more information, contact
Joan at 946-4146.
See Mission Report on Page 2
Teresa Arredondo, Uturn Coordinator
Youth@olaclaremont.org
Office: 626-3596, ext. 215
OLA Summer Camp
For the ultimate summer day
camp experience, look no further!
At OLA Summer Day Camp, now
through July 26, kids ages 4 to 12
years will be slipping down water
slides, riding ponies, acting and
dancing on stage, creating works of
art, concocting science experiments,
learning what a friend we have in
Jesus, planting gardens, learning to
cook, and more! Unlike other programs,
the fun comes to OLA’s
campus. For information, call Margie
Robinson at 626-3596, ext. 227.
Hours are Monday to Friday, 6:30
a.m. to 6 p.m. and rates are available
by week, day or “minimum day.”

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Bring your kids to Kingdom Rock!
Vacation Bible School is an amazing week where kids and volunteers
come together as they explore God’s Word, praise His name and
experience lessons through games, theater, crafts, song, and dance.
Adult and teen volunteers are needed! A special program for junior
high will combine lessons with service opportunities.
DONATIONS APPRECIATED:
Contributions to scholarship fund
Paper goods, plastic cups and utensils
Bags of apples, applesauce cups
Individual bags of chips or snacks
Mac n cheese, penne pasta, spaghetti sauce
July 8-12
5 to 8 p.m.
Children $40
Junior High $20
incl. evening meal
Faith Formation Center open
Monday through Thursday
from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Call (909) 624-1360
Register now for fall Faith Formation
Families with a child ready for First Communion preparation must attend an orientation
session scheduled on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Choose from the following dates –
July 3 & 10 Aug. 21 & 28 Sept. 4, 11 & 18
Returning families may sign up for fall classes for preschool (ages 3-5), elementary, middle
school or junior high (post-Communion) during regular hours at the Faith Formation
Center: Monday – Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call (909) 624-1360 for information.
This summer, consider inviting
a friend or family
member to an inquiry
session...
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a process
for men and women preparing for full membership in the
Catholic Church. Each is on an individual faith journey, whether
unbaptized, coming from another Christian tradition or seeking
to re-activate their Catholic faith through the sacraments.
Please join us for an information meeting
Tuesday, July 2
7 to 8 p.m.
Room 17
Or call Kathy Steighner at 626-3596, ext. 221.

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Good News People will return
OLA is one of only 40 parishes in the U.S. and 4 in the Archdiocese
of Los Angeles to participate in the Good News People
program. Its focus is Catholic Social Teaching leading to action.
This 14-week program for small, faith-sharing groups just completed
its first year with great success among 120 OLA parishioners
in 12 groups.
Deacon John Tullius and our JustAct Ministry is seeking the
names of parishioners who would like to join a group this fall
for an initial seven weeks, followed by seven weeks in spring.
Deacon John may be reached at (909) 576-6276 or email him at
tullius5@ca.rr.com. JustAct will be on the patio later this summer
with more information. Here is what participants have said:
“The beauty of this program is the discipline of guided
reflection and the affirmation of the OLA community.”
“For me, the highlight of this program was the way it reinforced
the presence of the Holy Spirit [among us].”
“I feel more deeply aware of the Christ who exists within
each of us… and the plight of others. I have developed an interest
in exploring [service opportunities] I had not considered
before.”
Is there interest in a
widow/widowers group?
The Bereavement Ministry has
been approached by several people
inquiring about a group for widows
and widowers at OLA. They are not
seeking a formal support group but
an outreach and social opportunity for
those who wish to occasionally get
together with others who have lost a
spouse. The purpose would be friendship
and casual support in a welcoming
and familiar environment.
We would appreciate your comments
so we can assess whether or
not there is enough interest to organize
a new group at OLA. Please feel
free to contact Bereavement Ministers
Dolores Simmons (946-8566) or
Anne Henke (ahenke@earthlink.net)
if you have an interest or questions.
We are anxious to learn if this is
an idea that will take on a life at OLA.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
The OLA Bereavement Ministry
Prayer Requests
For our sick and suffering…
Recently: Betty Baltierra, Noah Coneley, Joe Diaz,
Nicholas Mendoza, Ed Paris, Matilde Rivera, Refugio
Salcedo, Mary Sheradan, Scarlett Wightman
Previously Announced: Beatriz Alvarez, Gloria
Boada, Virginia Brophy, Lourdes Borja, Lawrence
Carter, Marco Chavarria, Randy Davidson, Christina
East, Vency La Conte, Julio and Tommy Lopez,
Lilian Olivares, Alice Onesto, Oralie Reyes, Socorro
(Suki) Reynoso, Frank Rice, Jesus Rodriguez, Doug
Sloan, Christine Thurstan, and Mary Woidyla
For our deceased
Louis Najib Bathish, father of Heather (John)
Dickerson; Fernando Cortez, friend of Vilma
Posadas; Wilbur Devore and Frank Lesko, friends of
Gary Jansen; T. Y. King, friend of Susan Diaz;
Hilaria Mungaiy; and for the families and friends who
mourn their loss
Victims Assistance Ministry
The Archdiocesan Office of Victim Assistance
Ministry periodically offers a support program for
adult survivors of childhood abuse or neglect –
A Faith-Based Response to Adult Survivors of
Childhood Abuse and Neglect. This recovery program
uses a psycho-educational model. The model
is “educational” in that it teaches how the trauma of
childhood abuse and neglect typically impacts individuals.
It is “psycho-educational” in that it provides
tools for participants to safely examine and
regulate their feelings, thought patterns and behavior.
The entire program is presented in the context
of prayer for God’s healing and is not a psychotherapy
group.
The program follows a ten week format and is
available in both English and Spanish. The dates,
time and location of the next groups will be determined
by interest. If you are interested please call
Victims Assistance Coordinator, Suzanne Healy at
(213) 637-7650.

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Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
435 Berkeley Avenue – Claremont, CA 91711
Interested in the Catholic Church? We invite you to one of our
Inquiry sessions. Call KathySteighner at 626-3596, ext. 221, for more
information. See “Adult Formation” on Page 7 for the weekly schedule.
Baptisms Brochures about the Sacrament of Baptism are available at the
Welcome Cart on the patio after weekend Masses, as well as the parish and
Faith Formation offices. Please call 4-6 weeks before the date of Baptism.
For English Baptisms, please contact the parish office at 626-3596, ext. 0. For
Spanish Baptisms, contact Elena Cardeña at 626-3596, ext. 213.
Weddings Congratulations! Please call Fr. Chris Troxell, associate pastor
(ext. 272), at least six months ahead for preparation and scheduling. Weddings
are scheduled Saturdays at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. Visit the Welcome Cart on
the patio for more information.
Anointing of the Sick Please call the parish office day or night.
Hospital/Home Visits For distribution of Holy Communion, please
contact the parish office.
Funeral Arrangements Please contact the parish office for help with
services and special needs.
Stephen Ministry This one-on-one care-giving ministry at OLA is available
upon request to those seeking emotional and spiritual support through a Life
challenge such as loss of a job, personal illness, separation or divorce, illness or
the death of a loved one. Please call 626-3596, ext. 332 to leave a confidential
message.
St. Vincent de Paul Society Hotline One-time emergency assistance
for individuals and families. Call (909) 626-3596, ext. 333, to leave a
message. Your call will be returned by a volunteer case manager.
Sunday Mass Schedule
7:00 a.m. Cantor-led Song
9:00 a.m. Contemporary
11:00 a.m. Contemporary
1:00 p.m. Spanish Mass
3:00 p.m. Vietnamese Mass
5:00 p.m. Teen/Contemporary
7:00 p.m. Cantor-led Song
Saturday Vigil Masses
4:00 p.m. Cantor-led Song
5:30 p.m. Cantor-led Song
Weekday Mass Schedule
6:30 a.m. Daily
8:15 a.m. Daily
5:30 p.m. Daily
8:15 a.m. Saturday
Saturday ConfessionS
3:15 – 3:45 p.m. English/Spanish
6:30 p.m. English
How to Reach Us
Parish Office (909) 626-3596
Fax (909) 624-3680
Website: www.olaclaremont.org
email Address: reception@olaclaremont.org
Parish Office Hours
Open 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday,
Open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday
Open Saturday and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Lunch break from 12:30 to 1 p.m.)
Faith Formation and Religious Education
Faith Formation Center (909) 624-1360
Elena Cardeña, Director of Faith Formation (x213)
Office open Mon-Thurs 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed Fri-Sat; open Sunday 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
OLA Catholic School
611 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont, CA 91711
Tel. (909) 626-7135 Fax (909) 398-1395
Principal Bernadette Boyle
Office hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Fridays 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Website: www.ola-ca.org
Parish Staff
Rev. Charles J. Ramirez, Pastor
Rev. Chris Troxell, Associate Pastor
Rev. Dominic Bao Quoc Tran, Associate Pastor
Rev. Msgr. Peter O’Reilly, Retired Priest
Deacon John and Joyce Tullius
Deacon Art and Nadine Escovedo
Deacon Bob Steighner, Liturgy Coordinator (x234)
Kathy Steighner, Christian Initiation Coordinator (x221)
Neomi Torres, Dir. of Administration (x203)
Mary Jean Neault, Dir. of Pastoral Ministries (x216)
Teresa Arredondo, Youth Ministry Coordinator (x215)
Sandra Rojas Leonor, Office Manager (x231)
Bing Macavinta, Bookkeeper (x232)
Jean McKenna, Bulletin/Communications (x217)
Brian Carlson/Tim Kinney, Contemporary Ensemble
Roberto Roman, Spanish Choir
Tien Dinh, Vietnamese Choir
Jeff Brown, Contemporary/Youth Ensemble
Bulletin deadline is Sunday for the following weekend. Bring copy to the parish office or email bulletin@olaclaremont.org .

A familiar face graces our entry
Our new parish receptionist/secretary, Karina Pardo, received
a warm welcome upon returning home to OLA… a new job!
Karina left her position in the OLA office five and a half
years ago to take up residency in Mexico, explore her family’s
heritage and improve her fluency in Spanish. She visited various
regions of Mexico and strengthened ties to her extended family.
Meanwhile she remained connected to OLA through the parish
bulletin which is available online. That’s where she saw the
job opening, just as she was planning her return to California.
“God has ways of bringing people back,” she says. Karina
has always been oriented toward parish work, having served as an
altar server, an altar server leader, and a lector as a youth. She is
the daughter of Parishioners Julio and Sofia Pardo, who have been
active in the Spanish-speaking community. Her younger sister,
Cecilia, is working this year at the OLA Summer Camp. Besides
family time, Karina also enjoys reading and sight-seeing.
OLA witnesses an outpouring of support for Jazmine
Those able to help financially
may go to an online donation
page. Her full story and updates
are there as well. Go to
www.GiveForward.com and
search Jazmine Domenzain.
Many thanks to those who
have already donated!
Jazmine with (L-R) Jack, Max, Harry and Mike Kunz
PHOTOS: Trevor Thomson sings
with Jazmine; The Falconers band
poses with their lead singer.
Last Sunday’s benefit concert and dinner for Jazmine Domenzain
was a huge success with over 300 parishioners in attendance. It was a
true miracle of community and selfless giving. Over $12,000 was
raised to assist Jazmine with her medical and living expenses. Jazmine
is so thankful for the outpouring of love, prayers and financial support.
Thank you to Father Charles for kicking the night off with prayer.
and to the U-turn ministry for providing drinks, hot dogs and helping
hands. Thanks to everyone who brought desserts and side dishes to
share and to the Knights of Columbus for barbequing. Thank you to
The Falconers (and lead singer Jazmine) for sharing your musical talents.
Special thanks to Father Chris, Deacon Bob, Teresa Arredondo,
Jeff Brown and Trevor Thomson for joining your voices on some very
special songs. Thank you to all the dancers for your soulful moves.
And one last thank you to the entire OLA community for being
Christ’s hands and feet.
Mary and Mike Kunz, Chairs