Believe and rejoice! - Our Lady of the Assumption
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<strong>Believe</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>rejoice</strong>!<br />
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w i t n e s s<br />
b e l i e v e<br />
r e j o i c e<br />
<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Assumption</strong> Catholic Community<br />
Easter Sunday – The Resurrection <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Lord<br />
Week <strong>of</strong> April 12, 2009<br />
“You seek Jesus <strong>of</strong> Nazareth, <strong>the</strong> crucified. He has been raised… ”
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We are <strong>the</strong> OLA Family<br />
Welcome!<br />
We are happy that you are here to<br />
worship with us <strong>and</strong> celebrate God’s allinclusive<br />
love! If you would like to know<br />
more about <strong>the</strong> Catholic Community <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Assumption</strong>, or would<br />
like someone to contact you, we invite<br />
you to leave your name <strong>and</strong> phone number<br />
at <strong>the</strong> Welcome Cart in <strong>the</strong> patio after<br />
weekend Masses. Or call <strong>the</strong> parish<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice at 626-3596. See Page 8 for <strong>the</strong><br />
parish directory <strong>and</strong> more information.<br />
Parish Mission Statement<br />
We, <strong>the</strong> People <strong>of</strong> God, under <strong>the</strong> patronage<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Assumption</strong>, are called to<br />
be disciples <strong>of</strong> Jesus Christ.<br />
As members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Body <strong>of</strong> Christ,<br />
ga<strong>the</strong>ring for worship around <strong>the</strong> Table <strong>of</strong><br />
Word <strong>and</strong> Sacrament, we commit ourselves<br />
to love <strong>and</strong> support one ano<strong>the</strong>r in faith, hope,<br />
<strong>and</strong> love.<br />
We are sent forth as apostles, in <strong>the</strong> power<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Holy Spirit, to make <strong>the</strong> Good News<br />
present <strong>and</strong> alive in our world through<br />
evangelization <strong>and</strong> hospitality, healing<br />
<strong>and</strong> service, education <strong>and</strong> <strong>the</strong> establishment<br />
<strong>of</strong> justice.<br />
Living Your Strengths<br />
Alleluia! Christ is risen <strong>and</strong> is victorious over<br />
sin <strong>and</strong> death! We are good stewards <strong>of</strong> our<br />
faith if, like St. Paul, we share this good news<br />
whenever <strong>and</strong> wherever we can.<br />
Ministries <strong>of</strong> service<br />
Many gifts <strong>of</strong> time <strong>and</strong> talent were <strong>of</strong>fered in service to<br />
enrich <strong>the</strong> worship spaces <strong>and</strong> liturgies <strong>of</strong> our Lenten, Holy<br />
Week <strong>and</strong> Easter celebrations. We celebrate <strong>the</strong><br />
contribution <strong>of</strong> liturgy planners, lectors, hospitality ministers,<br />
Eucharistic ministers, music minister, priests <strong>and</strong> deacons;<br />
parish administrative <strong>and</strong> maintenance staff; Knights <strong>of</strong><br />
Columbus <strong>and</strong> OLA School students under Lena Kho who<br />
produced Stations <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Cross; planners <strong>and</strong> presenters <strong>of</strong><br />
our Lenten workshops <strong>and</strong> parish mission; gardeners who<br />
brought flowers <strong>and</strong> plants; <strong>the</strong> team under Mary Lou Butler<br />
who executed successive environment changes; Uturn<br />
Ministry coordination, cooks <strong>and</strong> servers at Lenten soup<br />
meals; <strong>the</strong> families who made it possible for <strong>the</strong> volunteers<br />
<strong>and</strong> staff to give <strong>the</strong>ir time; <strong>and</strong> especially our parish family<br />
for joining in our time <strong>of</strong> preparation, remembrance <strong>and</strong><br />
celebration.<br />
– Bob Steighner, OLA Liturgy Coordinator<br />
The Living Your Strengths workshops<br />
took <strong>of</strong>f in Lent with 90 parishioners signed<br />
up for four weekly sessions on two days,<br />
facilitated by Ann Brown, Tina Gutierrez,<br />
Sharon Hueckel, Mary Jean Neault <strong>and</strong><br />
Stacey Weiner.<br />
“Everyone involved seemed to have an<br />
enjoyable <strong>and</strong> meaningful experience,” Ann<br />
reports. “We all felt a particular grace in<br />
interacting <strong>and</strong> learning from <strong>the</strong> old friends<br />
<strong>and</strong> new friends who shared <strong>the</strong>ir time <strong>and</strong><br />
insights with us.”<br />
All <strong>the</strong> participants took an online assessment<br />
through Gallup Press, publishers <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
book used as a guide for <strong>the</strong> sessions. There<br />
was an opportunity for personal reflection<br />
<strong>and</strong> sharing in small <strong>and</strong> large groups about<br />
how to live out <strong>of</strong> one’s strengths ra<strong>the</strong>r than<br />
focusing on weaknesses.<br />
Comments included – “life-changing,”<br />
“well-organized,” “fun,” “encouraging,”<br />
“a gift,” “helpful” <strong>and</strong> “perfect.”<br />
Next up – two more workshops this year<br />
during <strong>the</strong> summer <strong>and</strong> fall.
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Looking ahead…<br />
St. Vincent de Paul Society<br />
will be collecting donations for<br />
<strong>the</strong> poor next weekend<br />
Complete Parish Directory on Page 8<br />
Meetings<br />
• St. Vincent de Paul Society<br />
will meet Monday, April 13 at<br />
7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> school library.<br />
• Stewardship Committee convenes<br />
Tuesday, April 14 at<br />
5:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
• Fellowship <strong>of</strong> Catholic Christian<br />
Women ga<strong>the</strong>rs Tuesday,<br />
April 14 at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> auditorium.<br />
• Benedictine Oblates ga<strong>the</strong>r in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Reflection Room Wednesday,<br />
April 15 at 6:30 p.m.<br />
• Leadership Night begins<br />
Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in<br />
<strong>the</strong> auditorium followed by<br />
Pastoral Council in <strong>the</strong> Sapienza<br />
Room.<br />
• Italian Catholic Federation<br />
ga<strong>the</strong>rs in <strong>the</strong> auditorium Friday,<br />
April 17 at 6:30 p.m.<br />
• Pax Christi convenes Saturday,<br />
April 18 at 9:30 a.m. in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Reflection Room.<br />
Office holiday<br />
<strong>Our</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice will<br />
be closed Easter Sunday,<br />
April 12. In case <strong>of</strong><br />
emergency, please call<br />
626-3596 <strong>and</strong> follow <strong>the</strong><br />
prompts to reach a priest.<br />
Liturgical Events<br />
Confirmation Day is Saturday,<br />
April 18. <strong>Our</strong> Regional Bishop<br />
Gabino Zavala will confirm 150<br />
in two ceremonies. Please pray<br />
that our c<strong>and</strong>idates receive <strong>the</strong><br />
gifts <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Holy Spirit in full<br />
measure.<br />
See Uturn on Page 5<br />
Ug<strong>and</strong>an Choir <strong>and</strong> Drums<br />
will bring <strong>the</strong> music <strong>of</strong> Africa to<br />
<strong>the</strong> 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday,<br />
April 19. A reception in <strong>the</strong><br />
auditorium following <strong>the</strong> Mass<br />
will celebrate African culture<br />
with a dance exhibition, food,<br />
<strong>and</strong> educational displays.<br />
See Page 6<br />
Bundle Sunday is April 26.<br />
Information about how to<br />
donate used items in good condition<br />
will be available on <strong>the</strong><br />
patio next weekend from members<br />
<strong>of</strong> St. Vincent de Paul.<br />
See Page 6<br />
Learn about <strong>the</strong> credit union<br />
which serves Catholics in our<br />
area at an information table on<br />
<strong>the</strong> patio next weekend.<br />
See Page 6<br />
Work with children at OLA?<br />
For safety’s sake, anyone<br />
whose work in <strong>the</strong> parish involves<br />
children must be fingerprinted.<br />
Please call <strong>the</strong> parish<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice for an appointment on<br />
Tuesday, April 21 from noon<br />
to 7 p .m. at OLA.<br />
community life<br />
‘How <strong>the</strong> Media<br />
Affects our Children’<br />
The OLA Women’s Council<br />
will host Gavin McKierman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Parents Television Council at <strong>the</strong><br />
April 16 meeting <strong>of</strong> women from<br />
<strong>the</strong> San Gabriel Region. All<br />
women <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> parish are invited to<br />
come to <strong>the</strong> auditorium for <strong>the</strong><br />
10 a.m. program on children <strong>and</strong><br />
modern media, enjoy a luncheon,<br />
<strong>and</strong> celebrate Mass with Msgr.<br />
Tom Welbers.<br />
RSVP to Connie Polizzi at<br />
626-1214 by Monday, April 13.<br />
Admission is $11 per person.<br />
Make a difference!<br />
Be a Fiesta sponsor,<br />
donor or volunteer<br />
<strong>Our</strong> Fiesta Committee is working<br />
tirelessly behind-<strong>the</strong>-scenes<br />
for <strong>the</strong> big weekend <strong>of</strong> May 8, 9<br />
<strong>and</strong> 10. Fiesta sponsors <strong>and</strong> donors<br />
help to lower overhead costs<br />
<strong>and</strong> increase proceeds to benefit<br />
our parish programs <strong>and</strong> ministries.<br />
Become a Fiesta sponsor,<br />
donate supplies for Fiesta booths,<br />
or volunteer to help by calling our<br />
Fiesta hotline at 626-3596, x319.<br />
Thank you for your support!
Mass Intentions/Readings<br />
Easter Sunday<br />
Week <strong>of</strong> April 12 /Year B<br />
MONDAY, April 13<br />
Acts 2:14, 22-33; Mt 28:8-15<br />
6:30am T Guillermo Henriquez<br />
8:15am T Dolores Reymundo<br />
5:30pm M Marco Chavarria<br />
TUESDAY, April 14<br />
Acts 2:36-41; Jn 20:11-18<br />
6:30am T Amiel Alcantara<br />
8:15am T Pauline & Jean Boyens<br />
5:30pm O Michael & Gloria Alfano<br />
WEDNESDAY, April 15<br />
Income Tax Day<br />
Acts 3:1-10; Lk 24:13-35<br />
6:30am O Roberto Rodriguez<br />
8:15am T Barry Epperson<br />
5:30pm M Collective Intentions<br />
THURSDAYApril 16<br />
Acts 3:11-26; Lk 24:35-48<br />
6:30am O Beverly Mungaray<br />
8:15am M Carmen Olmedo Reyes<br />
5:30pm W The Garcia Family<br />
FRIDAY, April 17<br />
Acts 4:1-12; Jn 21:1-14<br />
6:30am W Special Intentions<br />
8:15am M Frances Sharkey<br />
5:30pm T Helena Melati<br />
SATURDAY, April 18<br />
Acts 4:13-21; Mk 16:9-15<br />
8:15am M Special Intentions<br />
4:00pm M Jim Roney<br />
5:30pm W Eduardo Ruelas<br />
SUNDAY, April 19<br />
Second Sunday <strong>of</strong> Easter,<br />
Divine Mercy Sunday<br />
Acts 4:32-35; Ps 118; 1 Jn 5:1-6;<br />
Jn 20:19-31<br />
7:30am W Eugene Boyk<br />
9:00am T Christopher<br />
Branson,Jr.<br />
11:00am M Virginia Duncan<br />
1:00pm F Juanita Marrero<br />
3:00pm T People <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Parish<br />
5:00pm W Helena Melati<br />
7:00pm M Collective Intentions<br />
=Deceased<br />
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worship &<br />
A Disciple’s Reflection on <strong>the</strong> Gospel...<br />
Easter: <strong>Our</strong> own story<br />
Today Christians around <strong>the</strong> world ga<strong>the</strong>r to celebrate <strong>the</strong> centrality<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir faith – that <strong>the</strong> Lord Jesus suffered, died, <strong>and</strong> rose from<br />
<strong>the</strong> dead to bring new life to all who believe. What difference can<br />
Easter really make in our lives?<br />
Any difference that Easter can bring can be summed up in one<br />
word: hope. Picture yourself as one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> followers <strong>of</strong> Jesus <strong>of</strong> Nazareth.<br />
The one for whom you had given up everything, <strong>the</strong> one in<br />
whom you had placed all your trust, <strong>the</strong> one who seemed to be <strong>the</strong><br />
way to freedom from fear – this one had been put to death in <strong>the</strong> most<br />
horrifying way. He was nailed to a cross, <strong>and</strong> on that cross it seemed<br />
that hope itself brea<strong>the</strong>d its last. Have you ever felt that way – that<br />
hope had brea<strong>the</strong>d its last? For many who lose a cherished job, a<br />
spouse to death or divorce, a child to drug abuse or disease, <strong>the</strong>re just<br />
doesn’t seem to be any hope remaining. This was <strong>the</strong> kind <strong>of</strong> despair<br />
that Peter, John, <strong>and</strong> Mary <strong>of</strong> Magdala must have been feeling on that<br />
first day <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> week.<br />
The Gospel story today is, in a nutshell, <strong>the</strong> story <strong>of</strong> our very<br />
own lives. It is a story <strong>of</strong> restored hope. Like those disciples, we must<br />
always, when in despair, see <strong>and</strong> believe that Jesus Christ rose from<br />
<strong>the</strong> dead. When we place our belief in <strong>the</strong> power <strong>of</strong> God to raise Jesus<br />
from <strong>the</strong> dead, we also place our belief in <strong>the</strong> power <strong>of</strong> God to deliver<br />
us from <strong>the</strong> death <strong>of</strong> despair, malaise, <strong>and</strong> hopelessness. This is at <strong>the</strong><br />
heart <strong>of</strong> why we come to church this day. We look to <strong>the</strong> empty tomb<br />
to find hope that was lost. It is for this that we raise heart <strong>and</strong> voice in<br />
an endless “Alleluia!”<br />
© 2005, World Library Publications<br />
Questions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week<br />
• When have I told o<strong>the</strong>rs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> risen life <strong>of</strong> Jesus<br />
in which I share?<br />
• What helps me come to greater belief in <strong>the</strong> new<br />
life that God <strong>of</strong>fers me?<br />
• How is Jesus’ resurrection a fulfillment <strong>of</strong> expectations<br />
for me? How is it a surprise <strong>and</strong> an occasion<br />
for awe for me?<br />
Presider Key:<br />
M = Musinguzi<br />
O = O’Reilly<br />
V = Visitor<br />
T = Tran<br />
W = Welbers<br />
Editors Note: A Disciples Reflection on <strong>the</strong> Gospel <strong>and</strong> Questions<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week are regular features found in <strong>the</strong> tri-fold inserted each<br />
week into <strong>the</strong> bulletin. This week’s word search is printed on <strong>the</strong><br />
back cover.
faith formation 5<br />
A Prayer for Job Seekers<br />
Gracious <strong>and</strong> loving God, you know our need for meaningful<br />
work. Send your Holy Spirit to guide those who are searching<br />
for employment. Help <strong>the</strong>m to recognize <strong>the</strong> gifts <strong>and</strong> talents<br />
you have given <strong>the</strong>m. Deepen <strong>the</strong>ir desire to follow your will.<br />
Inspire <strong>the</strong>m as <strong>the</strong>y contact potential employers. Give <strong>the</strong>m<br />
patience as <strong>the</strong>y wait for responses.<br />
Shelter <strong>the</strong>m from feelings <strong>of</strong> rejection. Protect <strong>the</strong>m from<br />
discouragement. Give <strong>the</strong>m courage to overcome fear.<br />
Shower on <strong>the</strong>m <strong>the</strong> graces <strong>the</strong>y need to persevere. Let this<br />
time <strong>of</strong> searching become an opportunity to grow in faith, to<br />
cultivate <strong>the</strong> virtue <strong>of</strong> hope, <strong>and</strong> to experience your healing<br />
love.<br />
We ask this through Jesus Christ, <strong>Our</strong> Lord. Amen.<br />
– From <strong>Our</strong> Sunday Visitor (www.osv.com)<br />
Christian Initiation<br />
Happy Easter to all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Elect who<br />
received <strong>the</strong> sacraments <strong>of</strong> Baptism,<br />
Confirmation <strong>and</strong> Eucharist at <strong>the</strong><br />
Easter Vigil!<br />
Next Inquiry session for those interested<br />
in learning more about <strong>the</strong> Catholic<br />
faith is Sunday, April 19 in <strong>the</strong> school<br />
library at 9:30 a.m.<br />
Initiation sessions April 19 & 26, <strong>and</strong><br />
May 3, 17, & 31 meet in <strong>the</strong> convent at<br />
8:30 a.m. for prayer followed by attendance<br />
at <strong>the</strong> 9 a.m. Mass. C<strong>and</strong>idates<br />
will be dismissed to <strong>the</strong> convent for continuing<br />
formation. Neophytes will ga<strong>the</strong>r<br />
in <strong>the</strong> convent chapel after Mass for<br />
Mystagogia.<br />
May 3 – Trip to Holy Name <strong>of</strong> Jesus<br />
parish for <strong>the</strong> 10 a.m. Mass <strong>and</strong> delivery<br />
<strong>of</strong> our gift to <strong>the</strong> school.<br />
May 30 – Vigil <strong>of</strong> Pentecost reception <strong>of</strong><br />
c<strong>and</strong>idates into full Communion into <strong>the</strong><br />
Church at <strong>the</strong> 5:30 p.m. Mass.<br />
May 31 – All Initiation members ga<strong>the</strong>r<br />
for <strong>the</strong> 9 a.m. Mass <strong>the</strong>n proceed to El<br />
Ranchero restaurant for <strong>the</strong> Pentecost<br />
brunch.<br />
Register now for Uturn’s Spring Retreat!<br />
We will spend <strong>the</strong> weekend <strong>of</strong> April 24-26 at Harmony Pines Christian Camp in <strong>the</strong><br />
beautiful Angeles Crest Mountains. Reserve your place by filling out <strong>the</strong> retreat packet<br />
<strong>and</strong> returning it quickly to <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
Sunday, April 12 – Easter Sunday<br />
Teen Mass at 5 p.m.<br />
NO meetings today<br />
Have a blessed Easter!<br />
Wednesday, April 15<br />
NO Word-Up Bible Study<br />
Saturday, April 18 –Confirmation Day<br />
celebrations at 10 a.m. <strong>and</strong> 2 p.m.<br />
Sunday, April 19<br />
HOG Junior Meeting<br />
from 3 to 4:45 p.m.<br />
Teen Mass at 5 p.m.<br />
HOG High Meeting<br />
from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.<br />
Dinner: Woodward Family<br />
Colleen Sweeney, Uturn Coordinator<br />
Email: Youth@olaclaremont.org<br />
Confirmation Year Two News…<br />
Rehearsal for those participating in <strong>the</strong><br />
10 a.m. Confirmation liturgy will be<br />
Tuesday, April 14 from 7 to 9 p.m.<br />
These c<strong>and</strong>idates are asked to arrive<br />
on Confirmation Day at 9 a.m.<br />
Rehearsal for those participating in <strong>the</strong><br />
2 p.m. Confirmation liturgy will be<br />
Wednesday, April 15 from 7 to 9 p.m.<br />
These c<strong>and</strong>idates are asked to arrive<br />
on Confirmation Day at 1:15 p.m.<br />
CALL UTURN MINISTRY<br />
HOTLINE 24/7 FOR THE LATEST<br />
NEWS AT 626-3596, EXT. 229
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Outreach<br />
Bundle Sunday is April 26<br />
St. Vincent de Paul Society will be sponsoring a Bundle Sunday in<br />
two weeks, <strong>and</strong> providing information on <strong>the</strong> patio next weekend.<br />
A truck will be parked in <strong>the</strong> OLA lot from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on<br />
Sunday, April 26 to collect donations <strong>of</strong> usable clothing, shoes, linens,<br />
house wares <strong>and</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r items in good condition.<br />
The Society is also in need <strong>of</strong> furniture <strong>and</strong><br />
large appliances. Arrangements may be made for<br />
pick-up <strong>of</strong> larger items by calling (800) 974-3571.<br />
For 100 years, this outreach organization has<br />
been serving <strong>the</strong> needy in our Archdiocese<br />
through its center for <strong>the</strong> homeless, a summer<br />
camp for children, <strong>and</strong> a thrift store with a free<br />
distribution program <strong>and</strong> low, discount prices.<br />
Thank you for “Helping Us Help O<strong>the</strong>rs.”<br />
Prayer Requests<br />
For our sick <strong>and</strong> suffering…<br />
Recently: Grace Lisacchi, Veronica Mazon,<br />
Daniella Palomina, Marie Cruz Rodriguez,<br />
Christine Salisbury, <strong>and</strong> A.E. Stone.<br />
Previously Announced: Michael Scott<br />
Barron, Peggy Barron, Eric Bermudez, Peter<br />
Burke, Brian Carlson, Juan Castera, Mary<br />
Charles <strong>and</strong> Family, Mary Connor, Mary<br />
Cullen, Chris Dourley, Ana S<strong>of</strong>ia Gironi,<br />
Karla Gonzalez, George Gould, Adele<br />
Guzman, Margarita Kapahua, Manuel Daniel<br />
King, Norma Laiken, Manuel LeVario, Sue<br />
Leveque, Mat<strong>the</strong>w Lopes, Joseph Marchese,<br />
Carmen Marrero, Sally Melgosa, Antonio<br />
Nogales, Juanita Perez, Loretta Robert,<br />
Ca<strong>the</strong>rine Rocca, John Rodriguez, Lorraine<br />
Rubio, Edgar Rojas, Aaron Taylor, <strong>and</strong> Infant<br />
Luke Webster<br />
For those who have died…<br />
Carlos Patitucci, fa<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong> Luciano (Daniela)<br />
Patitucci; <strong>and</strong> for <strong>the</strong> families <strong>and</strong> friends who<br />
mourn <strong>the</strong>ir loss<br />
Credit union info<br />
OLA parishioners are eligible<br />
to join <strong>the</strong> United Catholics Federal<br />
Credit Union, a non-pr<strong>of</strong>it<br />
organization that serves members<br />
<strong>of</strong> a dozen parishes in <strong>the</strong><br />
San Gabriel Valley. Representatives<br />
will be on <strong>the</strong> patio next<br />
weekend, April 18-19, with information<br />
about UCFCU benefits<br />
<strong>and</strong> services. Information is<br />
also available at its website –<br />
www.unitedcatholicsfcu.org<br />
Planning a farewell for Fr. Tom<br />
The committee planning <strong>the</strong> farewell Mass <strong>and</strong> celebration<br />
for Fr. Tom will meet next Sunday, April 19 at<br />
4 p.m. in Room 8A. Anyone interested in joining <strong>the</strong><br />
effort to make this important occasion an enjoyable <strong>and</strong><br />
fitting tribute to our outgoing pastor may contact Jacqueline<br />
Trinkaus at (909) 289-2160 or email her at<br />
jetrinkaus@yahoo.com. Msgr. Tom Welbers, who has<br />
served as pastor at OLA for 15 years, will be leaving for<br />
a new assignment at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> June. The announcement<br />
<strong>of</strong> OLA’s new pastor is expected very soon.<br />
Celebration <strong>of</strong> African culture<br />
Fr. John Bosco has invited a Ug<strong>and</strong>an choir from St.<br />
Genevieve Parish in Panorama City to enliven our<br />
11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, April 19 with African drum<br />
rhythms <strong>and</strong> a song or two in local dialects. In <strong>the</strong> auditorium<br />
following <strong>the</strong> Mass, parishioners will be treated<br />
to a dance exhibition by <strong>the</strong> same group, as well as educational<br />
displays, African games for children, <strong>and</strong> a<br />
sampling <strong>of</strong> African dishes. This celebration <strong>of</strong> African<br />
culture will be hosted by ViNA Associates, <strong>the</strong> parish<br />
group that supports Village Network Africa, a non-pr<strong>of</strong>it<br />
organization founded by parishioner Anita Boling.<br />
OLA Summer Camp for ages 4-12<br />
OLA’s Summer Day Camp program has entertained<br />
<strong>and</strong> educated children for 34 years under <strong>the</strong> direction <strong>of</strong><br />
Margie Robinson. This year’s program runs from June 18<br />
through July 31 on <strong>the</strong> OLA campus weekdays from 6:30<br />
a.m. to 6 p.m. Register your children from 4 to 12 years <strong>of</strong><br />
age now by calling 626-3596, ext. 227. Daily activities<br />
include arts <strong>and</strong> crafts, fun with science, Noah’s Ark, dancercise,<br />
drama club, cooking class, sports, <strong>and</strong> gardening –<br />
with special entertainment on Fun Fridays such as magic<br />
shows, raffles, <strong>and</strong> visiting exhibitions. Rates are available<br />
by week, day <strong>and</strong> “minimum day.”
For monthly meeting<br />
notices, please turn<br />
to Page 3.<br />
here <strong>and</strong> <strong>the</strong>re 7<br />
Prayer Groups<br />
Uturn Ministry<br />
Youth Classes<br />
• Ave Maria Rosary Group will<br />
ga<strong>the</strong>r Tuesday, April 14 at 9 a.m.<br />
in <strong>the</strong> convent chapel.<br />
• Prayer Warriors will meet Tuesday,<br />
April 14 at 6:45 p.m. in Room<br />
6A.<br />
• Lectio Divina will meet Tuesday,<br />
April 14 at 6 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Reflection<br />
Room.<br />
• Centering Prayer meets Tuesday<br />
April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Reflection<br />
Room.<br />
• Haitian Ministry will meet Saturday,<br />
April 18 at 4 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> convent<br />
chapel.<br />
12-Step Groups<br />
• Al-Anon will meet Wednesday,<br />
April 15 at 7:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Upper<br />
Room (above kindergarten).<br />
• Alcoholics Anonymous meets<br />
Saturday, April 18 at 3 p.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />
Sapienza Room.<br />
• Clutterers Anonymous meets<br />
Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at United<br />
Church <strong>of</strong> Christ Congregational.<br />
• Co-Dependents Anonymous<br />
meet Mondays at 6 p.m. at Claremont<br />
Presbyterian Church.<br />
• Overeaters Anonymous will meet<br />
Monday, April 13 at 9 a.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />
Reflection Room.<br />
Service/Support<br />
• Sew ’n’ Sews will meet Tuesday,<br />
April 14 at 9:30 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> convent.<br />
• Singles in Transition will meet<br />
Sunday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong><br />
Sapienza Room.<br />
C<strong>of</strong>fee ’n’ donuts<br />
We thank <strong>the</strong> Secular Franciscans<br />
for serving last week at <strong>the</strong>ir Palm Sunday<br />
bake sale. <strong>Our</strong> regular c<strong>of</strong>fee <strong>and</strong><br />
donuts will resume <strong>the</strong> Sunday after<br />
Easter.<br />
• Teen Mass is celebrated every<br />
Sunday at 5 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> church.<br />
• High School Ministry (HOG)<br />
Meet Sunday April 19.<br />
See Page 5.<br />
• Junior High Ministry (HOG Jr.)<br />
Meet Sunday, April 19.<br />
See Page 5.<br />
Adult Formation<br />
• Next Inquiry Class is Sunday,<br />
April 19 in <strong>the</strong> school library at<br />
9:30 a.m.<br />
• RCIA Catechumenate meets<br />
Sundays at 8:30 a.m. in <strong>the</strong> convent,<br />
<strong>the</strong>n ga<strong>the</strong>rs at <strong>the</strong> 9 a.m.<br />
liturgy for dismissal followed by<br />
formation <strong>and</strong> refreshments in<br />
<strong>the</strong> convent.<br />
• Adult Bible Study will meet<br />
Wednesday, April 15 at 7 p.m., in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Sapienza Room<br />
• Women’s Bible Study meets<br />
Thursday, April 16 at 9 a.m. in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Sapienza Room..<br />
Friday, April 17<br />
10:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.<br />
Pilgrim Place<br />
Claremont<br />
Saturday, April 18<br />
8 p.m. to 1 a.m.<br />
10191 Central Ave.<br />
Montclair<br />
Weekend <strong>of</strong><br />
April 24-26<br />
St. Joseph’s Church<br />
Upl<strong>and</strong><br />
The Faith Formation Center’s<br />
regular hours are Monday through<br />
Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to<br />
5:30 p.m. <strong>and</strong> on Friday from<br />
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The <strong>of</strong>fice is<br />
closed on weekends. The center<br />
may be reached at 624-1360.<br />
Registration for Vacation Bible<br />
School <strong>and</strong> fall classes begins<br />
June 22.<br />
• Children’s Liturgy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Word<br />
resumes Sunday Apr. 19 at <strong>the</strong><br />
9 a.m., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Masses.<br />
• Preschool classes for 3, 4<br />
<strong>and</strong> 5 year olds meet from 9 a.m.<br />
to 10:15 a.m. Sunday, April 19.<br />
• Elementary Religious Ed –<br />
NO classes April 15 Classes<br />
resume Saturday, April 18 from<br />
9:30 to 10:45 a.m.<br />
• Junior High Religious Ed<br />
NO classes Tuesday, April 14.<br />
Wedding Happiness<br />
Margarita Rocha <strong>and</strong> Frank Rocha<br />
Maria Gliaudys <strong>and</strong> Jorge Hern<strong>and</strong>ez<br />
Community Calendar<br />
How to be a Smart Patient workshop will teach<br />
patients to “help your doctor help you.” Advance<br />
registration is $25 ($30 at <strong>the</strong> door); contact Janet<br />
Evans at (909) 447-0200. Fees support Pilgrim<br />
Place residents in financial need.<br />
Oldies But Goodies Dance hosted by <strong>the</strong> Knights <strong>of</strong><br />
Columbus <strong>of</strong> <strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> Lourdes Church to<br />
support <strong>the</strong> parish; tickets are available in advance<br />
for $13 or at <strong>the</strong> door for $16 from <strong>the</strong> parish<br />
rectory at 626-7278; “Fifties” dress is optional.<br />
Marriage Enrichment Weekend includes<br />
reflection <strong>and</strong> interaction with o<strong>the</strong>r couples; all<br />
meals from Friday evening until Sunday afternoon<br />
are included in $25 fee; to register, contact <strong>the</strong><br />
Aguirres at 983-4101 or <strong>the</strong> Rezas at 982-8572 .
8<br />
<strong>Our</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Assumption</strong> Catholic Church<br />
435 Berkeley Avenue – Claremont, CA 91711<br />
Interested in <strong>the</strong> Catholic Church? We invite you to one <strong>of</strong> our<br />
Inquiry sessions. Call Elaine Beliveau at 626-3596, ext. 268, for more<br />
information. See “Adult Formation” on Page 7 for <strong>the</strong> weekly schedule.<br />
Baptisms Information about Baptism is available at <strong>the</strong> Welcome Cart on<br />
<strong>the</strong> patio after weekend Masses. All parents must attend a Baptism Orientation<br />
during which a date for <strong>the</strong> Baptism may be reserved. Please allow four to six<br />
weeks before <strong>the</strong> Baptism. English Orientation begins with 9 a.m. Mass on <strong>the</strong><br />
first Sunday <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> month, followed by a one-hour meeting. The child’s parents<br />
<strong>and</strong> godparents are <strong>the</strong>n given instruction at a two-hour Baptism Preparation<br />
Class at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> church on <strong>the</strong> second Monday <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> month. The<br />
Sacrament <strong>of</strong> Baptism is celebrated on various Saturdays.<br />
Weddings Congratulations! Please call Mary Jean Neault, our<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Pastoral Ministries (ext. 216) at least six months ahead for<br />
preparation <strong>and</strong> scheduling. Weddings are scheduled Saturdays at 10 a.m.,<br />
noon, <strong>and</strong> 2 p.m. Visit <strong>the</strong> Welcome Cart on <strong>the</strong> patio for details.<br />
Anointing <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sick Please call <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice day or night.<br />
Hospital/Home Visits For distribution <strong>of</strong> Holy Communion, please<br />
contact <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
Funeral Arrangements Please contact <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice for help with<br />
services <strong>and</strong> special needs.<br />
Stephen Ministry: This one-on-one care-giving ministry at OLA is available<br />
upon request to those seeking emotional <strong>and</strong> spiritual support through a<br />
Life challenge such as loss <strong>of</strong> a job, personal illness, separation or divorce, illness<br />
or <strong>the</strong> death <strong>of</strong> a loved one. Please call 626-3596, ext. 332 to leave a confidential<br />
message.<br />
St. Vincent de Paul Society Hotline: One-time emergency assistance<br />
for individuals <strong>and</strong> families. Call (909) 626-3596, ext. 333 to leave a message.<br />
Your call will be returned by a volunteer case manager.<br />
Sunday Mass Schedule<br />
7:30 a.m. Cantor-led Song<br />
9:00 a.m. Contemporary<br />
11:00 a.m. Contemporary<br />
1:00 p.m. Spanish Mass<br />
3:00 p.m. Vietnamese Mass<br />
5:00 p.m. Teen/Contemporary<br />
7:00 p.m. Cantor-led Song<br />
Saturday Vigil Masses<br />
4:00 p.m. Cantor-led Song<br />
5:30 p.m. Cantor-led Song<br />
Weekday Mass Schedule<br />
6:30 a.m. Daily<br />
8:15 a.m. Daily<br />
5:30 p.m. Daily<br />
8:15 a.m. Saturday<br />
Confessions during Lent<br />
Fridays 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.<br />
Saturdays<br />
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. English<br />
3:15 – 3:45 p.m. English/Spanish<br />
6:30 p.m. English<br />
NOTE: No confessions on Good Friday<br />
or Holy Saturday, April 10-11.<br />
How to Reach Us<br />
Parish Office (909) 626-3596<br />
Fax (909) 624-3680<br />
Website: www.olaclaremont.org<br />
email Address: ola@olaclaremont.org*<br />
Parish Office Hours<br />
Open 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday,<br />
Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday <strong>and</strong> Sunday<br />
Faith Formation <strong>and</strong> Religious Education<br />
Faith Formation Center (909) 624-1360<br />
Elena Cardeña, Director <strong>of</strong> Faith Formation (x213)<br />
OLA Catholic School<br />
611 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont, CA 91711<br />
Tel. (909)626-7135 Fax (909)398-1395<br />
Regular <strong>of</strong>fice hours<br />
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.<br />
Fridays 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.<br />
Bernadette Boyle, Principal (x206)<br />
Lynn Diego, Secretary (x207)<br />
Scrip Manager (x208)<br />
Parish Staff<br />
Rev. Msgr. Thomas Welbers, Pastor<br />
Rev. John Nghi Tran, Associate Pastor<br />
Rev. John Bosco Musinguzi, Associate Pastor<br />
Rev. Msgr. Peter O’Reilly, Retired Priest<br />
Rev. Jose Luis Florez, Presider at Spanish Mass<br />
Bob Steighner, John Tullius – Deacons<br />
Art Escovedo, Retired Deacon<br />
Sharon Hueckel, Dir. <strong>of</strong> Administration (x203)<br />
Mary Jean Neault, Dir. <strong>of</strong> Pastoral Ministries (x216)<br />
Elaine Beliveau, Christian Initiation (R.C.I.A., x268)<br />
Deacon Bob Steighner, Liturgy Coordinator (x234)<br />
Ann Brown, Coordinator <strong>of</strong> Lay Ministries (x235)<br />
Colleen Sweeney, Youth Coordinator (x215)<br />
S<strong>and</strong>ra Rojas Leonor, Office Manager (x231)<br />
Bing Macavinta, Business Manager (x202)<br />
Jean McKenna, Bulletin/Communications (x232)<br />
Jim Case, Facilities Manager (x270)<br />
Brian Carlson, Contemporary Ensemble<br />
Roberto Roman, Spanish Choir<br />
Tien Dinh, Vietnamese Choir<br />
Jeff Brown, Contemporary/Youth Ensemble<br />
*Bulletin deadline is now Sunday at noon for <strong>the</strong> following weekend. Bring copy to <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong>fice or email bulletin@olaclaremont.org .
In <strong>the</strong> spotlight...<br />
Easter Word Search<br />
Based on <strong>the</strong> Gospel reading <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> day<br />
John 20:1-9<br />
D N H O T G A G S A C S U<br />
E A S O O T N C Z V H D N<br />
V R M M U I R Z L T P J D<br />
E B M F N I S T O N E Q E<br />
I Q W R P W T L I X Q V R<br />
L E O T N O C H I F B V S<br />
E M U W E L P I C S I D T<br />
B R R B A I Y Y U L U C A<br />
E O S I M O N P E T E R N<br />
May 8, 9 & 10<br />
Friday 5 to 11 p.m.<br />
Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.<br />
Sunday Noon to 9 p.m.<br />
The Best Food in Town!<br />
Vietnamese, Tacos, Hamburgers, Hot<br />
Dogs, Pizza, BBQ Corn, Burritos, Sweet<br />
Shoppe, Kettle Korn, Ice Cream, Cotton<br />
C<strong>and</strong>y, Popcorn, Nachos, Snowcones,<br />
Beer, Wine, <strong>and</strong> Margaritas<br />
The Best Games!<br />
Basketball, Face Painting, Jingle Board,<br />
Glass Pitch, One Roll, Bingo, Goldfish,<br />
Cake Walk, Duck Race <strong>and</strong> more<br />
The Best Carnival Rides!<br />
The Tower, Zipper, <strong>and</strong> much more<br />
The Best Entertainment!<br />
Friday night – Ace<br />
Saturday Night – The Answer<br />
Sunday Night – Silverados<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Raffle<br />
Win a new Nissan Versa<br />
or $10,000 in cash!<br />
Fiesta… an OLA tradition since 1947<br />
Q K R Z O P M D R O R D U<br />
U R W F E E A Z B F X U B<br />
Y A A V G N R E M L G B N<br />
N S N K D S S Y S Z Z F S<br />
BELIEVED<br />
DISCIPLE<br />
MORNING<br />
SAW<br />
STONE<br />
LORD<br />
RAN<br />
TOMB<br />
DARK<br />
MARY<br />
RISEN<br />
SIMON PETER<br />
UNDERSTAND<br />
BURIAL CLOTHS<br />
SCRIPTURE<br />
For a reflection on <strong>the</strong> Gospel reading<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> day <strong>and</strong> questions…<br />
See Page 4<br />
● For A Disciples Reflection on <strong>the</strong> Gospel<br />
<strong>and</strong> Questions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week, usually found<br />
each week in <strong>the</strong> tri-fold insert, see Page 4.<br />
● Find A Prayer for Job Seekers on Page 5.<br />
● Details about <strong>the</strong> Ug<strong>and</strong>an Drum Mass<br />
with Fr. John Bosco Musinguzi next Sunday<br />
at 11 a.m. <strong>and</strong> <strong>the</strong> celebration <strong>of</strong> African culture<br />
in <strong>the</strong> auditorium are found on Page 6.