TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME JUNE 5, 2016 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church 10727 So. Downey Ave., Downey, CA. 90241 Phone: (562) 923-3246 www.olphdowney.org PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday – Thursday: Fridays: Saturday: Sunday: 8:30 8:30 8:30 9:00 am am am am - 7:00 pm 4:30 pm 7:00 pm 3:00 pm OFFICE CLOSED: (Monday - Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:00pm MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: ENGLISH 5:00 pm (Vigil) Sunday: ENGLISH 6:30am, 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 5:00pm ESPAÑOL 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm Children’s Liturgy of the Word (9:30am, 1:30pm, 7:00pm) Morning Prayer: 7:55 am (Monday - Friday) Morning Mass: Monday - Saturday 8:15 am JUNE 5, 2016 PAGE 2 PASTOR’S COLUMN Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I saw this reflection in Bringing Home the Word published by Ligouri Publications and wanted to share it with you. SLOWING DOWN FOR GOD “A great prophet has arisen in our midst.” Luke 7:11-17 I’ve been teased over the years about how fast I walk. A work colleague even named me Flash for running by his office “in a flash” every day. He claimed no one wanted to get in my way for fear of being run over. I do walk quickly, and it probably has to do with my predilection for getting a lot done in little time. I’m all about efficiency. But in my single-minded focus, I can miss opportunities to connect, help, or simply be present to someone – a colleague, my spouse, or even a stranger. When I take the time to stop, I have remarkable moments of holy companionship. Jesus, while not necessarily a divine speed walker, was heading into Nain in today’s Gospel, probably with a particular destination in mind. He could have easily walked by the passing funeral procession. But Jesus was deeply moved by this grieving widow. Jesus not only interrupts His plans – He touches the woman’s dead son, rendering Jesus ritually unclean. Yet this risky action brings life – not just to the man, but also to his mother, whose legal standing in society was dependent on her son’s. Her life is also restored. Jesus actions remind us that while our plans and projects are good, God is regularly found in interruptions – if we’re willing to stop and risk reaching out. Instead of speeding past the homeless man, might we stop and invite him for a sandwich? Instead of deftly avoiding who always has family problems to share, might we take time to listen with real empathy? Let the interruptions come – God may be bringing new life to someone through you. “When I take the time to stop, I have remarkable moments of holy companionship.” Questions for Reflection: What distracts me from my relationship with God? How might God be speaking to me through the interruptions in my life? TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME From the Servant’s Heart PAGE 3 “The A-Team” dedicated friends who assist them like Ruby Gaytan in the RCIA and If ever people prefer to come to OLPH, it is because of you. You are RCITeens and Dan Rodriguez in Teen Confirmation. Of course with so the reason why this church is such a wonderful place. You get things many other people like our First Holy Communion teachers and Teen Volunteers, and Confirmation teachers who have volunteered to help done for the People of God “With the HEART.” Among those people who get things done is the “A-Team.” That’s them teach the faith and to prepare them for the reception of the sacrahow I would like to call our staff who serves us in so many ways. Some ments. may not agree. Nevertheless, as far as my relationship with them is Thank you Hector Perez for scheduling the facilities we need for our concerned in my six years of serving you, I believe they indeed always events. For giving us an update in Together In Mission. Thank you for try to do their best to “attend” to our needs, every working hour. inspiring me to give by putting down the names of our generous TIM It would be nice to share with you a little bit about our staff so that donors on the bulletin. It really helps when you see! you know them. And since I am about to leave, allow me to take this Thank you Erika Sanchez for our bulletin. For informing us and opportunity to express my gratitude to each one of them. As Fr. Mark teaching us important things about life, faith and, our parish through our always said, “Tomorrow is never guaranteed.” Sunday bulletins. Thank you for teaching me to sit down and write “with Thank you Fr. Francisco “Pako” Adame for serving our Spanish- the heart.” speaking community. Nothing beats a Spanish-speaking priest who can Thank you Dennis Rogers and Mike “Coach B” Baumann. Our place celebrate the Mass and be able to preach in their native language. is clean and beautiful because of this “Dynamic Duo!” Thank you for Thank you for assisting us in taking care of our staff. I have learned so installing our hand rails recently. And you’ve done so many other bigger much wisdom from you. Something I will always remember: “No matter things that’s made our church really attractive and clean. how good you are, there will be people who will hate you. And no matThank you so much Theresa Nicholas for our liturgy. Thank you for ter how bad you are, there will be people who will love you.” Thank you your dedication, love, and joy you put in your service. Thank you for for all your prayers for our church. And we wish you the best in your making our liturgy a great prayerful experience with God. new parish. Thank you Amy Brent our Music Directress. Every Mass is heavenly Thank you Deacon Carlos Origel. Your presence is such a source of because of your songs. It’s one of the reasons why people come to our security and joy. Thank you for preaching for us, especially in our church. I will miss your “Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ” every Good Spanish Masses. Thank you for shepherding our Hispanic Community. Friday and your “Handel’s Messiah.” Nobody does it better! You’ve been a wise father and friend to us. Thank you for always being Thank you our dear cantors who sing “with the heart!”: Dianna Cierso dedicated and available. pich, Tree Carver, Emma Vichill, Samantha Haddad, Jasmine and Thank you Betty Origel for getting things done. You have been so Crystal Nguyen and Celine Bautista “the new little cantor on the block!” dependable in taking care of our finances guided by the wisdom-filled Of course, we are more inspired to sing when our great pianists accomadvice of our Finance Council headed by Ray Brown. Thank you for pany us. And they also sing so beautifully! Thank you so very much, attending to our needs. Chris Pohlen, Vince Gonzales, and Josh Beall. I love your “pray-lude” Thank you Deacon Charles Denisac. We miss you. And we will music that prepares us for the Mass. So soothing…calming…prayerful. always remember the joy your presence and service have brought to Thank you so very much, “El Señor Efrain Andrade y El Coro Hisour church. You, too, have taught me so much how to serve the People panico!” I can’t help but sway along with their “Alabanza Music!” Thank of God. May the Lord give you the strength in bearing your cross of you to our dear Hispanic Choir. I am truly amazed by your commitment illness. to serve the People of God every Sunday. Thank you Olivia Denisac for serving our families and couples who Thank you our dear Hispanic Community and to our are getting married and who are needing annulments. Thank you for “Colaboradores”: Maria Bertieri, Rosa Bulnes, Emma Romo, Teresa the funny conversation filled “with the heart.” For your delicious foods Morales, Higinio and Olimpia Cosio, and Aaron Lugo. Your community (like burritos) that you share with me every now and then. give us so much life! Viva La Virgen de Guadalupe! Thank you, Patricia “Patti” Inzunza, for being such a wonderful Thank you Ray Brown for leading our Finance Council. You truly are “face and voice” of OLPH. You are indeed a very good representative an expert when it comes to finances and how to manage our financial of our church at the office. Big thanks to our friends who serve with resources so we can better attend to the needs of the People of God. Patti at the office. Thank you Jose Velez for always being a happy serThank you John Saavedra for your leadership in our Pastoral Counvant always willing to help. Thank you Zulma and Zulmy for the love cil. The “most gentle and humble servant.” I wish you and Irma all the and the smile you put in your tasks. We are also “full of grace” because best in your diaconate formation. we have you Grace! I am deeply sorry if I am not able to mention everyone. How I wish! Thank you so very much Sara Hernandez. Because of you our Rec- As usual, my memory fails me sometimes. You see that when I give my tory is so clean and comfortable. Thank you for bringing order and homilies. But without all these people, without all our “unsung heroes” cleanliness to our workplace. who quietly and steadfastly serve our parish regardless…”with the Thank you Gina for being our wonderful and excellent school princi- heart”… it will be so impossible for a poor priest like me to attend to all pal. Our school has been great because of your leadership. We wish the needs of the People of God. you the best in your next vocation as Associate Director of Academic Again, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! I really am and we really are Excellence in the LA Archdiocese’s Department of Catholic Schools. so blessed because we have you serving the People of God. God Thank you Theresa Nicholas and Mary Rogers of the Religious bless you all. Education Department. We owe the teaching of the faith to our kids and “We must find time to stop and teens especially as they prepare for Baptism, Holy Communion, and thank the people who make a differLPH with a HEART” Confirmation to you. That task is fun and manageable because of our ence in our lives.” John F. Kennedy “ Fr. Joseph JUNE 5, 2016 PAGE 4 FAITH BUILDING WHAT’S WRONG WITH TAKING GOD’S NAME IN VAIN? Misusing God’s name doesn’t make Him less wonderful, awesome or powerful but it can diminish Him in others’ view. Instead, Jesus tells us to say, “Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name” Matthew 6:9. One way we respect God is by respecting His name. God gave us His name so we could approach Him. “The gift of a name belongs to the order of trust and intimacy … For this reason man must not abuse it” (Cathecism of the Catholic Church, #2143). Today, there is hardly a movie or television show that doesn’t use His name as a swear word. Yet for the ancient Jews, God’s name was considered so holy it was unspeakable. Instead they addressed Him as Adonai, which means “LORD.” How we use God’s name tells others what we believe about Him. Do we think He can’t hear when we misuse it? If we believe God is a loving Father who responds when we call Him, we will use His name differently. Couples For Christ (CFC) is a private international association of the faithful pontifical right recognized by the Pontifical Council for the Laity. It is driven by its global vision of “Families in the Holy Spirit renewing the face of the earth.” and sustained by its core values of “Pro-God, Pro-Family, Pro-Life, and Pro-Poor”. Its members are called to serve the Lord in 3 areas, global evangelization; family renewal; and church renewal within the Catholic Church. Membership in CFC begins with the completion of a Christian Life Program (CLP), which is an integrated course that leads the participants into a renewed understanding and response to God’s call to them. This CLP is made available to parishes and groups of married couples who wish to live out their Christian life in active and supportive relationships with one another. CFC also has renewal programs that reach out to different members of the family. For more information, contact: Albert Mendoza at (951) 264-1822 abbot_mendoza@yahoo.com Cecile Mendoza at (562) 858-2326 cezv19@yahoo.com Visit CFC’s websites at: http://couplesforchristglobal.org http://couplesforchristusa.org Growing in faith, June 2016, Copyright 2016 Success Publishing & Media, LLC OLPH WOMEN’S GUILD REPORT As members of the OLPH Women's Guild we choose to make a difference in the lives of others. The dedicated efforts and generosity of our members throughout the past fiscal year have made it possible to make the following gifts possible: ● Scholarships to OLPH Graduates attending Catholic High Schools 5 graduates each $500 ● OLPH School/Drum Corp $500 ● OLPH School/Music Program $1,000 ● OLPH School/Art Program $500 ● OLPH Church $1,000 ● OLPH Church Environment $1,000 ● Los Padrinos Juvenille Hall/Sister Theresa Dougherty $200 ● Marian Outreach/Sister Francis Sullivan $200 ● Living Help Center $400 ● Downey Symphonic Society $200 SUMMERTIME GIVING In the summer, our weekly turnout is a little thinner with many of our parishioners on vacation. Did you know we have an online giving program? It’s easy to sign-up for automatic withdrawals. Go to our website www.olphdowney.org and click on GIVE. PAPAL INTENTION FOR JUNE General Intention: That the aged, marginalized, and those who have no one may find - even within the huge cities of the world opportunities for encounter and solidarity. Missionary Intention: That seminarians and men and women entering religious life may have mentors who live the joy of the Gospel and prepare them wisely for their mission. TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME KIDS CORNER PAGE 5 SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Don’t just rely on “reputation” of summer programs, but seek information Sometimes parents rely on the reputation of a particular summer program from past years to determine whether they allow their children to participate. These historical perspectives from other parents and young people should always be a factor to consider in the decision making process, but if you find that the monitoring and screening processes in place are inadequate to assure your child’s safety, do not let the “reputation” of the program or its apparent success be the guiding principle for whether your children are allowed to participate. For more information, visit: http://archla.org/ safeguard “Summer Safety Tips can help prevent Sexual Abuse, Virtus,” or call the Archdiocesan Victims Assistance Ministry, (213) 6377650. For more information, call our Parish Contact Theresa Nicholas at 562) 862-7268. STEWARDSHIP Thank you to all the parishioners who support our parish and various ministries. God bless you. Collection for Weekend of May 29, 2016 Year 1 Confirmation Information Dear Parents and Teens, If you are interested in participating in the FIRST year of a 2-year Confirmation process there will be a MANDATORY Orientation Meeting (you need only attend one). Both parent and teen must attend. ORIENTATION MEETINGS (in the School Hall): Wednesday, June 22 - 7 pm to 8 pm or Saturday, June 25 - 9am to 10am Registration packets will ONLY be available at these meetings. Registration will take place in August. Sunday Regular Collection Electronic Collection Father’s Day Cards School Support Capital Improvements $11,916 $1,445 $774 $75 $3,000 HOLY HUMOR If Dorothy can click her heels together and get to Kansas then why can’t I click my flip-flops together and get to the beach? 5 DE JUNIO 2016 PÁGINA 6 MINISTERIO HISPANO Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo, Vi esta reflexión en Bringing Home the Word publicada por Ligouri Publications y quiero compartirla con ustedes. CAMINANDO DESPACIO PARA DIOS “Un gran profeta ha surgido entre nosotros.” Lucas 7:11-17 Yo he sido ridiculizado durante años por lo rápido que camino. Un compañero de trabajo, me llamaba Flash por correr por su oficina todos los días. Afirmaba que nadie quería atravesar por mi camino por temor a ser atropellado. Camino de prisa, y probablemente tiene que ver con mi predilección para hacer mucho en poco tiempo. Soy todo sobre la eficiencia. Pero enfocándome en solo una cosa, puedo perder oportunidades para conectar, ayudar o simplemente estar presente con alguien como un colega, mi cónyuge o incluso un extraño. Cuando me tomo el tiempo para detenerme, tengo momentos notables de buen compañerismo. En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús, no necesariamente es un caminante de velocidad divina, se dirigía a Naím, probablemente con un destino particular en mente. Podría fácilmente haber caminado sin detenerse cuando pasaba junto al funeral. Pero Jesús estaba profundamente conmovido por la viuda doliente. Jesús no sólo interrumpe sus planes – toca al hijo muerto de la mujer, esta acción convierte ritualmente a Jesús en impuro. Sin embargo esta arriesgada acción da vida – no sólo al hombre, sino también a la madre, cuya legitimación en la sociedad dependía de su hijo. La vida de ella también se restaura. Las acciones de Jesús nos recuerdan que aunque nuestros planes y proyectos son buenos, Dios se encuentra regularmente en las interrupciones – si estamos dispuestos a detenernos y arriesgarnos. ¿En vez de ir más de prisa pasando por alto al hombre sin hogar, podríamos detenernos e invitarle un sandwich? ¿En lugar de esquivar hábilmente al que siempre tiene problemas familiares para compartir, tomarnos el tiempo para escucharlo con empatía real? Permita las interrupciones – A través de usted Dios puede traer nueva vida a alguien. "Cuando me tomo el tiempo para detenerme, tengo momentos notables de buen compañerismo." Preguntas para Reflexionar: ¿Qué me distrae de mi relación con Dios? ¿Cómo podría Dios hablarme a través de las interrupciones en mi vida? DIRECTORIO DEL MINISTERIO HISPANO - VER LA PAGINA 8 DECIMO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO DIA DEL PADRE, 19 DE JUNIO Como se ha hecho en otros años, ofreceremos una Novena de Misas (del 18 – 25 de junio) para todos los padres – vivos y difuntos. Si quieres honrar a tu padre de esta manera, por favor llena una de las tarjetas para los padres y regrésala lo antes posible a la rectoría o deposítela en la canasta de las ofrendas. COLECTA ESPECIAL FONDO DE JUBILACIÓN PARA LOS SACERDOTES La próxima semana tendremos la oportunidad de dar las gracias a los sacerdotes que han dedicado su vida al servicio de nuestra Iglesia. Ellos han sido fuentes de inspiración, sabiduría y consuelo para nuestras familias – desde los momentos más alegres hasta los momentos de aflicción y dolor. Con una compensación mínima y poco o nada de pensión, muchas veces se retiran sin nada para mantenerse. Sus contribuciones pueden cambiar eso. Ningún regalo es demasiado pequeño, y cada donación puede hacer la diferencia. Por favor, considere contribuir a este fondo esencial con generosidad. PROTEGIENDO LOS NIÑOS No sólo confíe en “reputación” de programas de verano, busque información Algunas veces los padres de familia confían en la reputación de un programa de verano en particular basados en experiencias pasadas, para determinar si permiten a sus hijos participar en ellos. Esta perspectiva histórica de otros padres y otras personas jóvenes debe ser siempre un factor a considerar en el proceso de tomar decisiones, pero si encuentra que el proceso de monitoreo y de exámenes de las personas que se van a relacionar con sus hijos no asegura la seguridad de su hijo/a, no deje que la “reputación” del programa o su aparente éxito sea la guía principal para decidir que sus hijos participen. Para más información, visite http://archla.org/ safeguard “Información de seguridad para el verano puede ayudar a prevenir el abuso sexual” o llame a la oficina de la Arquidiócesis del Ministerio de Asistencia al (213) 637-7650. Mensaje del Diácono Carlos PÁGINA 7 Mis hermanas y hermanos: La muerte es siempre una experiencia dolorosa y en muchos casos traumatizante. No solamente nos angustia la muerte de otras personas, sino la seguridad de nuestro propio destino final, es una expectativa cargada de miedo, ¿Por qué tenemos que morir si la vida nos gusta tanto? ¿Por qué mueren criaturas inocentes en accidentes absurdos? ¿Por qué si Dios es tan bueno, no hace mas pareja la ley de la vida y la muerte? Las preguntas se podrían multiplicar. Algo similar ocurrió en tiempo de Cristo, cuando el maestro se dirigía a la ciudad de Naím y observa un cortejo fúnebre, que acompaña los restos del único hijo de una mujer viuda. Cristo conmovido por las lagrimas de la mujer le dice una frase aparentemente sin sentido "no llores", como si una madre viuda pudiera no llorar la partida de su único hijo.. Y dijo eso porque El ya sabia de antemano el final de aquella escena y pudo anticiparse al gozo de la madre cuando Jesús le resucitó a su hijo, por lo tanto siempre debes de confiar en El. Con gusto les damos a saber que a las Misas para la Consagración a Jesús por medio de María que se llevan a cabo los martes de 7:00 pm a 9:00 pm ha sido buena. Están asistiendo de muchas parroquias. En estas Misas se siente el poder del Espíritu Santo,. Si todavía no han venido a estas celebraciones los invito muy cordialmente. Pedimos sus oraciones por lo nuevos Sacerdotes ordenados en la Catedral el sábado, 4 de junio y por los Diáconos que serán ordenados el Próximo sábado, 11 de junio. Bendiciones, Diacono Carlos JUNE 5, 2016 PAGE 8 DIRECTORY MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, June 4 8:15 am Dennis How (RIP) 5:00 pm Maria Herrera (RIP) Sunday, June 5 6:30 am Matilde Arias (RIP) 8:00 am Alice & Norman Lugibihl (RIP) 9:30 am Kathy Uribe (RIP) 11:30 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 1:30 pm Frank Hernandez (RIP) 5:00 pm Johnny Lemucchi 7:00 pm Niccole Nuyen (RIP) Monday, June 6 8:15 am Gerardo Kaharian (RIP) Jose Rodriguez (RIP) Tuesday, June 7 8:15 am Taly Cruz (RIP) Wednesday, June 8 8:15 am Fidelina Cabuco (RIP) Thursday, June 9 8:15 am Antelmo Lopez (RIP) Friday, June 10 8:15 am Maurino Absulio Saturday, June 11 8:15 am Librada P De La Fuente (RIP) 5:00 pm Raul Romero (RIP) Sunday, June 12 6:30 am Ezequiel Arias (RIP) 8:00 am Mary Dibsy (RIP) 9:30 am Federico Gomez (RIP) 11:30 am Terry Lambros (RIP) 1:30 pm Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 5:00 pm Jerry & Dorothy Preston (RIP) 7:00 pm Rafael Vidrio (RIP) WE PRAY TO THE LORD For those suffering illness, infirmity, and those in need of our prayers. For those who have gone before us, Life has changed, not ended. Adelaida Siemann Maria Davila David Davila Noah Nathaniel Zamora Rosa Maria Santos Renata Brown Victoria Walter Rosalee McNab Elpidia Ramos Daniel Torres Eduardo Escalera Medrano Joan Dicorato Stephanie Ceja Visuaño Maria De Jesus Rivas Melva Ortiz David Santos Theresa Solorio Esther Robles Elizabeth Valencia Barbara Bermudez Maria Anna Bosdachin Esther Viruetto Floyd Reck Angel Felix Aguilar Nancy Stratford Pat Montano Lord, Hear Our Prayers Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families. We ask this in the name of thy Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen Adminstrator Pro-Tem: Associate Pastor: Regular Sunday Supply: Deacon Couples: Parish Business Manager: Secretary: Bulletin Editor: Family Life Director: Liturgy Coordinator: Development/Facility: Director of Music: Pastoral Council: Finance Council: Regional Vocations Director: STAFF Rev. Joseph Magdaong Rev. Francisco Garcia Adame Bishop Joe Sartoris - Retired Charles and Olivia Denisac Carlos and Betty Origel Betty Origel - ext. 205 busmgrolph@ca.rr.com Patricia Inzunza ext. 201 olphoffice@ca.rr.com Erika Sanchez - ext. 221 bulletinolph@gmail.com Olivia Denisac - ext. 204 Theresa Nicholas ext. 211 olphliturgy@gmail.com Hector Perez - ext. 220 developmentolph@ca.rr.com Amy Brent - ext. 211 Chair: John Saavedra ~ Co-Chair:Vicki Carnavale Chair: Ray Brown ~ Vice-Chair: Debbie Hale Rev. Angel Castro - St. Helen’s (562) 563-3522 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday (3:30pm - 8:30pm) (562) 862-7268 ~ olph.reled@yahoo.com Director: Theresa Nicholas Secretary: Mary Rogers Confirmation Coordinator: Daniel Rodriguez Sunday Coordinator: Sara Ponce Communion Coordinator: Maria Estevez RCIA/RCIT Coordinator: Ruby Gaytan rgytn@hotmail.com OLPH SCHOOL 10441 Downey Ave., Downey ~ 562-869-9969 PARISH MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS Catholic Women’s Guild: 3rd Wednesday of month at 10 am School Hall Paula Mayfield 923-3518 Sunday Scriptures Study Melodie Santana 544-8188 Gino Bosdachin 688-3836 Little Rock Bible Study Respect Life Committee Richard Ching 382-3360 Linda Malme 869-6491 Paul Lamotte 869-1234 Los Padrinos Detention Ministry Couples for Christ Sr. Teresa Doherty 940-8711 Albert Mendoza 951-264-1822 Knights of Columbus Ma Cecile Mendoza 858-2326 John Kirschner 923-1932 RESPONSABLES: Rev. Francisco G. Adame Diácono Carlos Origel MINISTERIO HISPANO CORO: 1:30 pm y 7 pm Efrain Andrade (323) 560-9195 ENSAYOS DE LOS COROS jueves 7 pm GRUPO DE ORACIÓN lunes 7 pm Maria Bertieri 923-8294 GRUPO DE JOVENES Alejandra Rivera 382-3077 ROSARIO martes 6 pm Aaron Lugo 806-9823 COLABORADORES: Maria Bertieri • Rosa Bulnes • Emma Romo Teresa Morales • Higinio y Olimpia Cosio • Aaron Lugo APOSTOLADO DE LA CRUZ viernes 7 pm Rosa Bulnes 417-6624 ENCUENTRO MATRIMONIAL miércoles 7 pm Juan y Estela Prieto 644-0038 CURSILLOS DE CRISTIA NDAD 879-9516 Miguel y Teresa Vela DIVORCIADOS Y SEPARADOS Maria Paredes 397-6444 SACRAMENTS & MORE Baptism: Pre-baptismal Preparation Classes required for parents and godparents prior to scheduling Baptism. It is highly recommended parents and godparents attend classes BEFORE the child is born. Marriage: Call the parish office at least six (6) months (strongly recommend one (1) year) in advance to make arrangements. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the parish office. To schedule a visit by a priest, we highly recommend that you call early in the illness. Quinceañeras: Call the parish office at least six (6) months in advance to make arrangements. The young lady must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and First Eucharist. It is highly recommended that the young lady be enrolled in Confirmation. Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Every Thursday after the Morning Mass First Friday of the Month Eucharistic Adoration: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Benediction: 5:30 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday (bilingual): 3:00 pm - 4:45 pm 1st and 2nd Sunday of Month (bilingual): 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm FOR MORE PARISH INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.olphdowney.org FOR ADS FOR ADS FOR ADS TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PAGE 12 OLPH Vacation Bible School 2016 July 18 - 22 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Registration for Vacation Bible School is open and can be done in the Religious Education Office. The Religious Education Office is open Monday - Thursday from 3:30 pm-8:00 pm. REGISTER AFTER 9:30AM & 11:30AM MASS: JUNE 5 AND 12 IN FRONT OF CHURCH JUNE 11 AND 12 Next weekend all parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles will be asked to give generously to support the Retirement Fund for Archdiocesan Priests. Currently, the fund provides for more than 100 priests who are retired. Over the next ten years, that number is expected to increase significantly. With minimal compensation, and in many cases, no pension, these men often retire with nothing to fall back upon. Your contributions can change that. The Priest Retirement Fund offers us a way to give back to our Catholic priests who have served us so faithfully. Your contribution will help archdiocesan priests live modestly and peacefully in retirement. Help us offer thanks for their years of devotion to God, and faithful service to our parish communities. JUNE 5, 2016 As in years past, we will offer a Novena of Masses (June 18 - 25 ) for our fathers. If you would like your father remembered in this way, JUNE 19 please print the name clearly on the envelope (located at the doors). Please indicate if your father is living or deceased. Place the envelope in the basket or return to the Rectory. REGISTRATION DATES: Tuesdays, June 21 or 28 Wednesdays, June 22 or 29 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm To register you will need to complete the application (Incomplete applications will not be accepted). Registration forms are available on our website (www.olphdowney.org) or you may pick one up in the office when you come to register. Also please bring a copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate to complete your registration. Fee: $80 = Year1 $205 = Year 2 If you wish to register your child for Year 2 of the Sacrament Preparation, please bring your completed We Believe workbook. We CANNOT register your child for year 2 without the completed workbook. First Communion and Confirmation pictures are in the Religious Education Office. They may be picked up during office hours (see page 8). Call office before. BULLETIN NUMBER 513462 CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church 10727 So. Downey Ave. Downey, CA 90241 TELEPHONE (562) 923-3246 CONTACT PERSON Erika Sanchez EMAIL bulletinolph@ca.rr.com SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2007 Adobe Acrobat 9 Windows 2007 PRINTER Brother HL-5340D TRANSMISSION TIME Thursday 1:00 pm BULLETIN FOR SUNDAY 6/5/2016 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 12 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS