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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.

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