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November 2, 2014Commemor ation of All the Faithful Departed

Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

associate Pastors Rev. Joseph Kammerer Rev. Rick Prindle

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

WeekenD MassSaturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

WeekDay Mass Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am and 5pm Saturday: 8am

Holy Day Mass Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm

reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Saturday: 8:30am-9am, 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request anytime. Call Rectory for appointment.

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Table of ConTenTsPrayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 Parish Calendar / Mass Intentions ............................................ 3 Parish Life ...................................................................................... 4-5 Pastoral Care ..................................................................................... 6 Stewardship ....................................................................................... 6 Social Justice & Outreach ............................................................ 7 Faith Formation ...............................................................................8 Families in Faith / AMS / SRE / Youth Ministry ......................9 Contact Information & Resources (Parish Directory) ......... 10 Gym & Field / Beyond Our Parish ............................................. 11

In MeMorIaM

In Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.

Elfreide Ihnen Albert RyanBarbar Weber

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Pray for The sICk Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

David Easler Benjamin SierraTim Sweeney Susie Fragnoli Chad Larivee Arlene PlattenGeorgia Pauls David Nolan Agnes Walsh Bill SlezakSandy Mirante Gerry GeppertSr. Mary Joyce Betty Stark

AmericAn mArtyrs cAtholic community

DaIly Prayers of The ChurCh

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL Chapel hours are: Monday-Friday, 9:00aM-4:45pM and 6:00pM-8:00pM; Saturday, 9:00aM-4:45pM | Sunday, 1:00pM-4:45pM The Chapel is closed during the regularly scheduled Masses. contact: Jim Quilliam, a d o r a t i o n c h a p e l @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

DAILY ROSARY: Monday - Saturday, 7:30aM, in the Church

EVENING PRAYER (LITURGY OF THE HOURS): Monday at 5:35pM, in the Church contact: Dick Williams, 310-292-0996

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION AND BENEDICTION) Tuesday following the 8:00aM Mass

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet

saCraMenTs

BAPTISM FOR INFANTS: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. Nex t class is Sunday, November 9.

MARRIAGE: Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.

Sgt Mohses Afkari - U.S.M.C. Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army

CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SSgt Kyle Nesbitt – U.S.A.F. PVT Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.

To add someone to the list or if you know that someone above has returned home, contact 310-545-5651 | b u l l e t i n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

Armed Forces

We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:

olive WooD sales tHis WeekenDFamily from Bethlehem will be selling religious, hand carved items made from olive wood. Proceeds from the sale will go towards support of Catholic families who are experiencing political strife.Due to the violence and discrimination towards Christians in the Holy Land most of the families left their country for different parts of the world. They are now less than 1.5 percent of the population.

Thank you for your support of these families.

nexT WeekenD's Mass CelebranTs

sAt 5:00pm: Msgr. John Barrysun 7:00Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer

8:00Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer9:30Am: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream Mass)

11:30Am: Fr. Mark Villano5:00pm: Fr. Rick Prindle

This schedule is subject to change.

November 2, 2014 |Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed

Find this bulletin online at AmericanMartyrs.org

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ThIs Week

mondAy, November 38:00aM SK Archdiocesan Training Meeting9:00aM PH Monday Morning Starters9:00aM SpC Monday Morning Faith Sharing5:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class7:00pM SpC Stephen Ministry TrainingTUESDAY, November 45:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting7:00aM BB Voting for General Elections8:00aM SK Archdiocesan Training Meeting8:30aM ODH Young at Art Workshop9:00aM PH 55+ Meeting9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study9:30aM ODH 55+ Sandwich Making1:00pM PH Altar Society Board Meeting3:30pM PH Legion of Mary3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-6 6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday6:30pM ODH Mustang Players Performance7:00pM HFH Beginning Again7:15pM SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pM PH Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SJC Contemplative PrayerWEDNESDAY, November 59:00aM oDh Mustang Players Performance 10:00aM BB Sunday Readings with Fr. Joe2:15pM ODH Mustang Players Performance3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-65:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class6:00pM PH Sandpipers Meeting 7:30pM CH RCIA (in church)7:15pM SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pM SpC Sunday Readings in ContextTHURSDAY, November 65:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting9:30aM ODH M.O.M. Meeting3:15pM SKMR AM Children's Choir7:00pM ODH Eucharist & Lector Ministries EnrichmentFRIDAY, November 7

2:00pM HFH Home School Sandwich Making 3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class

SATURDAY, November 88:00aM BB Matthew 25 Sandwich Making 8:30aM SK Stewardship Retreat8:30aM PH Consecration Follow-up10:00aM HFH Women's AA Meeting5:00pM BBP Family to Family Sign-ups6:30pM ODH Global Health Force Benefit DinnerSUNDAY, November 9 After all Masses BBP Family to Family Sign-ups7:00aM ODH Coffee & Donuts 8:30aM BB St. Vincent de Paul Bundle Sunday10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)3:30pM ODH Year 2 Confirmation7:00pM ODH Juvenile Diabetes ComedySportz Fundraiser7:00pM SK Infant Baptism Preparation Class

Facilities:BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church CHP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room

Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, November 3 - St. Martin de PorresReadings: Phil 2:1-4; Ps 131; Lk 14:12-14

8:00 Kevin Le Nguyen – RIP (Tracy Le & Family) 12:10 All Souls Novena 5:00 Elsie Laraba – RIP (Karen McCormick) 7:00 Mass of RemembranceTUESDAY, November 4 - St. Charles Borromeo Readings: Phil 2:5-11; Ps 22; Lk 14:15-24

6:30 Jack Hanlon – RIP (Aurora Hanlon) 8:00 All Souls Novena 5:00 Ted Quick – RIP (Lorraine Quick)WEDNESDAY, November 5 Readings: Phil 2:12-18; Ps 27; Lk 14:25-33

8:00 William Taylor – RIP (Patricia Taylor) 12:10 All Souls Novena 5:00 Moses Martin – RIP (Mari Bellas)THURSDAY, November 6 Readings: Phil 3:3-8a; Ps 105; Lk 15:1-10

6:30 Semmes King – RIP (Nanette Go) 8:00 All Souls Novena 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, November 7 Readings: Phil 3:17–4:1; Ps 122; Lk 16:1-8 8:00 All Souls Novena 12:10 Mark Verbeist – RIP (Holleran Family) 5:00 Betty Gregory – RIP (Pat & Dennis Scovel)SATURDAY, November 8 – Readings: Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112; Lk 16:9-15 8:00 All Souls Novena 5:00 Mary Stech – Sp. Int. (Johnette Woods & Pam Overton) SUNDAY, November 9 – The Dedication of the Lateran BasilicaReadings: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22

7:00 All Souls Novena 8:00 Anne Marie Semancik – RIP (Ed & Carol Wagner) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Paul Le Blanc – RIP (The Attanasio Family) 5:00 Cynthia Petero – RIP (Greg & Chai Tsujiuchi & CJ Petero)

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N OT E : D a te s a n d l o ca t i o n s a re s u b j e c t to c h a n g e w i t h o u t n o t i ce. P l e a s e c h e c k w i t h t h e m i n i s t r y to ve r i f y e ve n t.


November – our moNth for rememberiNg the DeaD

Our feasts of All Saints (Nov. 1) and All Souls (Nov. 2) usher in the month of November, when we profess our solidarity with the saints and ancestors; with those on whose shoulders we stand. Catholics have a long history of praying for our deceased brothers and sisters. It is our way of continuing our relationship with them and assisting them on their journey to heaven. In all our liturgical prayers we have intercessory prayers for “those who have gone before us.”

Both feasts remind us that as followers of Jesus we have a BIG family that reaches beyond the grave and beyond our time in life called the Communion of Saints, our models of Christian virtues and moral living. All of this helps us grow in readiness to acknowledge, with St. Francis, that death is a sister to us, another of God’s servants:

We praise You, Lord, for Sister Death, from whom no-one living can escape…. Blessed are those that she finds doing Your Will. No second death can do them harm. - St. Francis of Assisi, “Canticle of the Sun”

Scrolls of the Dead As is our tradition, our parish will display large scrolls with the names of parishioners and family members who have died during the past year. The names that have been called in to the rectory and placed in the Prayer of the Faithful are listed on the scrolls. When taken down, the scrolls will be cut up, so that families may retrieve the individual name(s) of their loved one(s).

Book of the Dead The Book of the Deceased is processed to the altar with the gifts during our Sunday liturgies. It keeps an informal record of our deceased family and friends. Parishioners are invited to enter the names of loved ones who now rest in the Lord by visiting the rectory office.

We want to extend a hearty THANK YOU to all who supported the 44th Annual Parish Fair.The generous giving of Time and Talent from our parish families and community made this Fair Weekend a great example of Faith, Family and Friends for our children and our parish.In Faith & Friendship, Your 2014 Parish Fair Chairs Troy Thrower, Jen Adams, Jen Atler-Ammazzalorso

WHY NAMETAGS?Several t imes in recent months we have encouraged everyone at Sunday Mass to create a name tag. Why? What's in a name? With apologies to Shakespeare, a lot.Knowing someone's name is not only a sign of respect, names also signify our individuality and, when we gather for Mass, remind us that each person has a special part in the Body of Christ.Many of us sit in the same pew every week, and recognize the people around us. But maybe we don't know their names. And there are people at Mass every Sunday whom we may not know at all.So why name tags? Simply put, we hope to build a greater sense of community, a greater sense that each person is this community is valued and cherished and respected. And because of that, we should know your name.

This nametag was found in the Church when cleaning up after October's 'Nametag Sunday.' We think it says a lot about who we are, who we should be and what our actions say to those around us. Thank you to whoever wrote it and left it.Al l i t takes is a smi le and a hel lo



pArish news

mothers oF young children Wednesday, November 12 9:30–11:00aM in O'Donnell HallPlease join us! MOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies through pre-school aged children in American Martyrs Parish. Whether you're a first time mom or you come with a brood, we welcome you! Bring your children, your parenting questions, and your prayer intentions for fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment. Babysitting provided.Our guest speaker will be Lisa Vitta, founder of Guru’s Gate Yoga in Manhattan Beach, who will lead some mommy and me and children’s yoga activities that are especially designed for our group. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel or yoga mat if you plan to participateMinistRy ContaCts: Allison Saba, 310-890-7198 and Stephanie Garcia, 310-383-3635

AltAr society - monthly meeting Join us on Thursday, November 13 at 9:00aM in St. Kateri. Everyone is welcome; no reservation needed. Doors open at 8:30aM.Please come for a continental breakfast, a short meeting and to hear our guest speaker, parishioner Lee Dolley who has lived in Mexico and will tell us of the beauties of that country, and his stories of living there. Please join us for an interesting morning and fellowship Minstry contact: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016

PanCake breakfasT ToDay tHe Pancake BreakFast Ministry is serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice & coffee in O’Donnell Hall after the 7aM, 8aM and 9:30aM Masses. Please pay at the door! $6 / adults, $4 / children under 12, $25 / family (2 adults w/children)NEXT WEEK: Respect Life Ministry will serve Coffee and Donuts.

55 plus - monthly gAthering Join us at the Parish House on Tuesday, November 4 at 9:00aM. While socializing we will make Sandwiches for St. Lawrence in the O’Donnell Kitchen. After sandwiches we will return to the Parish House for more socializing and games. Bring a friend and a snack to share.Diane Dumond, 310-376-3599 is in charge of sandwich making and Barbara Reilly, 310-542-7149 will be hosting the social time. Come, join us and make some new friends.

single seniors Join us Tuesday, November 11 at 1:00pM in St. Kateri for the monthly meeting. MinistRy ContaCts: Kay, 310-379-0130 or Magda, 323-469-0577

tHank you!Lucky 21 congratulates all of our

fabulous winners!

For a complete winner list, go to A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g and look for the Lucky 21 Winner Board logo.

Winner's checks are available for pick up at the Parish Center Office during regular office hours, 9:00aM - 4:45pM.Your Lucky 21 Co-Chairs,Mike and Sara Kersey, 310-921-0142, Molly Jahn, Gia Esposito, Jana Martin, Jen Zieger

L YUCKAmerican Martyrs Parish Fair

21GREEN: C:90 M:34 Y:100 K:24GREY: C:64 M:56 Y:56 K32

Monday MoRning staRteRs 9:00-10:30aM, in the Parish House These weekly meetings are designed to help job-seekers create an action plan for the week ahead, offer support and an opportunity to network.

ContaCt: Andrea Krych, [email protected] or check out our group on LinkedIn.

whAt's in your closet? The Altar Society

December 5 Christmas Luncheon We are looking for donations for the

SECOND TIME AROUND CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE.

Regifted items, purses, vintage linens, crystal, jewelry, and scarves would all be welcome!You may leave your donations at the Parish Center. Call Mary, 310-545-5372 or Patty, 310-545-2068 for more info.


Commission Chair: Jim LaVerda s t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

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Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodThis Saturday and Sunday we honor those who have gone before us and have been models of Christianity.Saturday is the Solemnity of All Saints. On this day we celebrate those who have been officially recognized by the Church as radiant examples of lives devoted to love of God and service to others; a stewardship way of life. These were courageous people, some giving their lives for the Church, others working tirelessly for the poor and downtrodden. All Saints Day is the day to honor these beacons of the Church. On Sunday we observe the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed or All Souls Day, as it is commonly called. This day is a recognition and celebration of all those who lived faith-filled lives and are now in the presence of the Lord. Their lives may not seem as glorious as the lives of the Saints but their way of life was one that all of us should hope to emulate. In fact as we commemorate All Souls Day, the message in our readings can be condensed into one word: Hope. The middle of the first reading from Book of Wisdom

contains this statement: “yet is their hope full of immortality.” I n t e r e s t i n g l y this is the first time the word “immor ta l i t y ” appears in the

Bible. Our hope in the Lord is completely connected to our belief in everlasting life. In the second reading St. Paul begins his message to the Romans with “Hope does not disappoint because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit . . .” (Romans 5:5) The Gospel of John continues the theme of hope with the simple phrase “Our hope is in the Lord.”Having Hope is a great attribute, but where do we pull the strength to maintain it? These two days remind us that we are surrounded by models of Christian living. They might be canonized saints or departed family members or friends. Celebrate all of them this weekend with prayer and strive to imitate the goodness of their lives.

PlanneD GIvInG Do you have an appreciated asset that you would like to turn into income today, but you don’t want to pay the capital gains taxes? You have options.

For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or b h o d g e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

time talent treasure

CaRe notes Can Help you Cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently, such as:Giving Your Worries to God Making Funeral Arrangements in Advance God is My Friend - A kid's guide to GodPlease deposit donations in the Poor Box.

Beginning AgAin

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, November 4, from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Adaptation."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

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stephen ministry Who is a Stephen Minister?A Stephen Minister is a trained lay member of American Martyrs who will visit with you weekly, listen, help you to help yourself and offer resources and referrals if necessary. A Stephen Minister will pray with you, for you and offer Christian love and support.A Stephen Minister may be a man or a woman, range in age from thirty to seventy, is compassionate and humble and has often had a personal crisis in their own life.For more information, call 310-545-8244

Please reneW your CoMMITMenTs

We are still in the midst of our annual Stewardship Renewal.If you have not yet made (or renewed) your commitments, please take this opportunity to express your support for our parish with your time, talent and treasure. Find the online link at our website or complete a Commitment Card from the vestibule of the church.

mAss with Anointing And senior luncheon

Friday, November 14

10:30aMin the Church

Anyone experiencing a serious or chronic illness, an upcoming surgery or the effects of aging is welcome to receive the Anointing of the Sick.Following the Mass will be a luncheon in St. Kateri hosted by Mothers Outreach Ministry. Please call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651 to RSVP for the luncheon so we know how many to expect.



Commission Chair: Jay Perrault s j o @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

mother's outreAch ministry Join M.O.M. for our monthly meeting on Thursday, November 6 at 9:30aM in O'Donnell Hall. Coffee and bagels will be served.M.O.M. is a supportive network of parish women and their children who provide friendship and spiritual growth through involvement in outreach projects. We welcome new members and their children. MiniStry contactS: Lori Cedergreen, 310-365-8379 or Deanna McGinity 310-871-3516.

heArts For the hungry - st. lAwrence oF Brindisi Join Matthew 25 on Saturday, November 8 at St. Lawrence of Brindisi to feed the homeless and needy in the community. Volunteers are needed to prepare sandwich meals that morning and to distribute these meals at St. Lawrence.Donations of clothing and hygiene and toiletry products are desperately needed for this project (bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes.)RoCkin' ReadeRs slB joins us to read to the small children present with their parents. Volunteers are welcome to bring/donate books and also read to the children.To volunteer or to donate items contact Frank Valdez at 310-926-6940 / f r a n k . v a l d e z @ u t e x a s . e d u .

mAtthew 25 is collecting 2015 cAlendArs

Donate any 2015 calendars you don't need to the Catholic Worker. We will also take your extra Christmas cards. Please bring them to the Parish Center Office and leave in the box marked "Catholic Worker Calendars." Thank you!

resPect liFe Ministry THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF RESPECT LIFE MONTHThanks so much to…. • Dr. David Arias of Thomas Aquinas College, who presented

three stimulating and “brain-expanding” lectures to help us understand the foundation of the Catholic Church’s teaching on Human Dignity.

• All the volunteers and parishioners who…•Created the beautiful altar display for Respect Life Month•Lit the Respect Life Candle on Respect Life Sunday•Helped pass out Baby Bottles•Set up St. Kateri for the Human Dignity lectures •Attended the Rosary for the Unborn at Holy Cross

Cemetery or after the 5:00pM Wednesday Mass •Prayed for a greater respect for life in our country!

God Bless You All!

For information about the Respect Life Ministry, contact Russ or Kim Neglia at 310-316-3845 or r u n e g l i a @ v e r i z o n . n e t

Baby Bottle Fundraiser for Pregnancy Help Center

You may drop off your Baby Bottle with coins, cash or check (payable to the Pregnancy Help

Center) before or after all Masses THIS WEEKEND, November 1/2,

or at the Parish Center. Thank you for your support of the Pregnancy Help Center!

Would You Recognize Victims Of Domestic Violence? How Would You Counsel Victims

Of Domestic Violence?Where And To Whom Would You Turn For Help?

The American Martyrs Social Justice and Outreach Commission invites you to attend a presentation by

Elena Meloni, founder and director of The New Star Family Justice Center, a local community-based agency that offers answers to these questions. She will help us become aware of the dangers of domestic violence to families and provide resources we can use to help family and friends.The New Star Family Justice Center vision is:

We envision every home in our communities to be a happy and healthy home where children are loved and nurtured in their development.

The New Star Family Justice Center mission is to:Provide victims of family violence access to comprehensive services from one location. Through community collaboration, we offer programs and services designed to empower victims to become survivors and break the cycle of violence.

Monday, November 17 Refreshments, 6:30PM | Presentation, 7:00 - 8:00PM

St. Kateri RoomNo cost for admission.

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QueStionS? Contact Tony Fadale, a . f a d a l e @ ve r i zo n . n e t | 310-542-9696


FAith FormAtion

It is an error to think that f a i t h is so entirely a gift of God that it is not in our power to increase and strengthen it." ST CLAUDE DE LA COLOMBIERE

onGoInG faITh forMaTIon & enrIChMenT

BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pM in the Spirituality Center contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30am, in SS. Brigid/Brendan RoomCONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING Monday, 9:00-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room contact: Avito Moniz, 310-430-5257 or Beverly, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651

inFAnt BAptism Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs Church.Next class is Sunday, November 9, 7:00pM in St. Kateri. For information and schedule of classes, go online to w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g | Sacraments | Baptism.Questions: Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651 x321 or d e a c o n f r e d @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

AltAr server re-trAining

ATTENTION: Altar Servers and Parents of Altar Servers: New procedures will be instituted in the Mass that affect the responsibilities, timing and cues for the youth altar servers. For this reason re-training sessions are scheduled for all current altar servers as part of their on-going formation.Servers need to attend only one of the meetings listed here.

Tuesday – November 4, 3:15 - 4:45PM

Thursday – November 6, 3:15 - 4:45PM

Saturday – November 8, 9:00 - 10:15aM

Attendance at one of the sessions is mandatory in order for servers to update their knowledge of this ministry. This will enable servers to perform their duties/responsibilities with reverence and decorum without disrupting the sacred space of the altar.Servers should be aware of these changes so they are able to assist at the altar with simplicity and confidence remembering to keep the liturgy Christ-centered.Please sign up in Sign Up Genius when invited.PARENTS: Please encourage your son or daughter in their role as altar server to respond during the liturgy by reciting prayers and singing songs.QueStionS? Jeff and Joanne Harang, M s R a n g 4 5 @ g m a i l . c o m

rciA This weekend, 27 candidates in the RCIA program were accepted into our Catholic faith. From this point forward it is the responsibility of this community to embrace these catechumens and candidates.They received an RCIA lapel pin which they will wear to Mass. If you see an individual wearing one, please welcome them and continue to pray for them as they journey towards full initiation at Easter.

Save the Date for an aDvent

family retreat

Sunday, December 7 7:00pm in the Church

Join us as we begin with Praise and Worship Music with Nathan Shrake & Friends

Then Fr. Rick Prindle will speak on our theme: HURRY UP AND WAIT: Preparing the Way of the Lord. How is Scripture calling you as you wait for the coming of

the Lord and welcome Jesus into your life at all times?

HURRY UP AND WAIT



FAith FormAtion

AmericAn mArtyrs school

AmericAn mArtyrs youth ministry See the Confirmation page on the website

for information on Year 1 and Year 2, the calendar for the year, retreat dates

and our online program.every tuesDay - teen tuesDay, 6:00-8:00PM, Holy FaMily House

Sit back, hang out, pray, and build community. Evenings may include scripture study, Catholic Trivia games, or praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet or Rosary. neXt sunDay, noveMBer 2 - liFe teen gyM nigHt All High School teens are invited to join us for Gym Nights. Come play volleyball or basketball after the 5:00pM Mass!

If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica Leon at m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gFind us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM contact: Y M @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Inform school staff about your children’s health issues

“Back-to-school does not have to mean back-to-worrying. Though safety inside school is ultimately the responsibility of the principal and school staff, parents can take a few basic steps to ensure a safe school experience.”

Inform school staff about health and emotional concerns. Whether your child has a food allergy, a physical disability, or has been subject to bullying, make sure to keep your child's teachers and principal in the loop. For more information, visit w w w.scholastic.com/parents/r e s o u r c e s / a r t i c l e / p a r e n t - t e a c h e r - p a r t n e r s h i p s / 6 - r u l e s -s c h o o l - s a fe t y.

For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

FAmilies in FAith TODAY is the Children's Liturgy We invite all children grades 1-6 to join us at 9:30aM in the SS. Brigid/Brendan Room for a liturgy designed especially for them. Then we join the parents in the Church for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.AMS families will be entering the month of November with a celebration of All Saints Day and All Souls Day with the joy of All the Saints - past, present, and future.AMS classes continue to attend the 8:00aM Mass each day and we thank our parishioners for their loving kindness as we learn the responses and gestures of our liturgy.SRE Classes for Grades 1-6 November 4/5 (Teaching Touching Safety Lesson) November 11/12 November 18/19Sunday (including Special Sacrament Class) SRE November 2 November 16Junior High SRE First classes are November 4/5 November 11/12 November 18/19Contact Patti Williams for more information 310-546-4734 or p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

scrip corner Making your FaMily to FaMily shopping easier (and smarter!)Again this year we carry el suPer gift cards, one of the preferred grocery stores for the F2F program - we have $25 cards in the office. The cards will be available this weekend and next at the F2F sign-up tables and also in the scrip office.We also have gift cards for sears, JcPenney, Payless and target which are all local to the F2F neighborhood. Gift cards from these retailers make a great gift on their own or think about purchasing these scrip gift cards before you shop so that your generosity goes even further. If you are a VONS shopper, it is time for the Annual Renewal. Go to e s c r i p. c o m and click on the “Yes! Renew” icon. Sales Hours: Weekdays, 7:45aM - 3:45pM (Fridays till 1:00pm) Sunday, 7:45aM - 11:30aM

speCial oRdeRs oR otHeR info: Contact the Scrip office at 310-545-5651 x289 | s c r i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

ChrIsTMas faMIly PorTraIT funDraIser every WeekenD In noveMber

Book a time for the park or the beach. Sitting fee of $20 includes a 5x7 and $15 of your sitting fee will go to American Martyrs School.

Plus, AMS will get 10% on all orders.

See details and book an appointment at Tr e a s u r e d M o m e n t s P h o t o g r a p h y. c o m

SAVE THE DATESATURDAY, DECEMBER 20

FIRST ANNUAL AMS ALUMNI

MASS AND RECEPTIONMonsignor Barry will preside at the 5:00pM Mass.

Reception in O’Donnell Hall immediately following.Come one, come all.

All AMS Alumni & Families Welcome! Questions? Email Vanessa at r e y e s v d @ a o l . c o m .


Contact Information & Resources

A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-214-4851CASA DE LOS ANGELITOS Maternity Home, 310-325-820824 HOUR Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELPARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE 800-355-2545VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650

Business ManageR Bob Hodges bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoRal CounCil pResident Edna Murphy pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org310-379-3061

finanCe CounCil CHaiR Charles Wilmot [email protected]

adult BaptisM, ConfiRMation & euCHaRist

Deacon Derek & Terri Brown rc ia@AmericanMar t yrs.org

BaptisM foR infants Deacon Fred Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

funeRal planning & BeReaveMent

Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.orgyamantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

lituRgy & WoRsHip Monica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.org

stepHen MinistRy Deacon Dick & Patti Williams 310-545-8244

finanCe diReCtoR Pattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.org

gyM, field & atHletiCs Lou Ann Selsky l se lsky@AmericanMar t yrs.org

MusiC diReCtoR Bill Svarda 310-640-8505

paRisH CenteR adMinistRatoR & faCilities CooRdinatoR

Dottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.org

paRisH CoMMuniCations Anne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.org

plant ManageR Tony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.org

ReCtoRy offiCe adMinistRatoR Laurie Oester, Ph.D rec tor y@AmericanMar t yrs.org

teCHnology Vicki Terbovich vterbovich@AmericanMar t yrs.org

volunteeR MinistRy foRMation Jenny Attanasio jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

rectory 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639 fax 310-546-9209

ParisH center 1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639 fax 310-545-3971

pRinCipal Camryn Connelly ams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs scHool 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559 fax 310-546-7219

pResCHool diReCtoR Mara Zepeda preschool@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs PrescHool 1705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-802-8149

religious eDucation 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-546-4734

diReCtoR, Religious eduCation Patti Williams pwil l iams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

diReCtoR, youtH MinistRy Monica Leon ym@AmericanMar t yrs.org

Co-diReCtoR, sunday pResCHool April Beuder abeuder@AmericanMar t yrs.org

Co-diReCtoR, sunday pResCHool Kristen Holleran [email protected]

PARISH FACILITIES

PARISH CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Center Office and St. Kateri Room (enter from Deegan Place) O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room (enter from O'Donnell parking lot)

GYM - 701 15th Street 310-802-8720 Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street Do not park on 18th Street. Park on Church /School property and enter from schoolyard

SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)

sunday Mass is shown live each week

Click the Button on our HoMepage w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

and watch Mass as it happens, or anytime after that.

Read Msgr. Barry's Daily Reflections & Minute Message

You do not need a Facebook account; just click the 'Find us on FB' link on our homepage.

Follow Msgr. on Twitter @msgrjohnbarry



LMU CENTER FOR RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Annual Catholic-Jewish Women’s Conference featuring Rabbi Sharon Brous and Sr. Edith Prendergast: "Keeping Sabbath: Finding Sacred Time in a 24/7-Connected Culture" Tuesday, November 11, 8:30am-3:30pm, at Wilshire Blvd. Temple This conference willl explore the wisdom and worth of the Sabbath in the Catholic and Jewish traditions amidst the pressures of a hyperconnected world. The Catholic-Jewish Women’s Conference was formed in 1977 to promote understanding and good fellowship between women of these two vital religious traditions.Workshop: "Caring for Families of Veterans" Saturday, November 22, 9:30am-3:30pm, at LMU University Hall A panel of professionals will examine the spiritual and psychological evidence-based practices that help spouses and children cope with trauma, transition, and healing.RegistRation: a c a d e m i c s . l m u . e d u / e x t e n s i o n o r i n f o : c r s @ l m u . e d u

Gym & Field

gym & Field rentAls For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720 For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.

gym Activities SeniorS exerciSe - Community is welcome! Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am

Women'S Volleyball Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00-10:00am. All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. ContaCt: Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]’S and Women’S coed Volleyball Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. ContaCt: John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 or j o h n w a r g n i e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r ggyM ContaCt: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-8720 [email protected]

Gym & Field

Beyond our Parish

HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DAYSNotre Dame High School - Sunday, November 16, 10aM - 1pM A private, Catholic, co-ed college preparatory high school. Learn more at n d h s . o r g . Bishop Montgomery High School - Saturday, November 22, 9aM - 12noon. A Catholic, co-ed college preparatory high school. Learn more at b m h s - l a . o r g . Marymount High School - Sunday, November 23 Registration required, 1pM - 4pM. An independent, Catholic, all-girls, college preparatory high school. Learn more at mhs-la.org .

COMEDYSPORTZ BENEFIT - Sunday, November 9, 7:00-8:30pm

ComedySportz is fun, fast-paced comedy played as sport, where two teams of professional improv artists led by a referee battle for laughs and points, improvising scenes, games & songs. 100% of ticket sales benefits the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. JDRF funds more Type 1 Diabetes research than any other charity worldwide, and it's making progress toward better treatments and a cure.YOU can make a crucial difference by joining us for an evening of family fun on Sunday, November 9. Purchase tickets online NOW at j d r f. o r g / c o m e d y s p o r t z b e n e f i t QueStionS? Lisa Wallender, 310-487-1241 | l w a l l e n d e r @ m e . c o m(To ensure an enjoyable evening, all children must be accompanied by an adult.)

Tuesday, November 25, 2014 At the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Torrance Stake Center 22605 Kent Avenue, Torrance, CA 90505

6:30-7:30 Sacred Traditions Display

7:30 Concert & Service

Reception following Service

Please consider carpooling & bringing baked goods to share For more information visit & like our Facebook page:

www.facebook.com/southbayinterfaith Or contact 310.892.3013


Join us At pAncAke BreAkFAst todAy!

st. vincent de pAul "Bundle sundAy"Sunday,

November 9 O'Donnell Hall

parking lot, 8:30aM -1:00pM

Bring usable clothing, shoes, small appliances, household items, linens, books, etc. Your donations will either be given to the needy or sold in the St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores to support their charitable activities.They are in great need of all types of furniture and large appliances. For large items, phone 323-224-6280 or 800-97-HELP-1 for a special free pick-up at your home. The Society is an international, Catholic volunteer organization that serves the needy of any religious background free of charge. We help the needy become self-sufficient by providing emotional and financial support, food, clothing, furniture, appliances, housing and by connecting the disadvantaged to helpful resources.

Please help them in their efforts to assist those in need!

Mark your CalenDar faIr TraDe ChrIsTMas MarkeT

saTurDay anD sunDay, noveMber 15 & 16

Mass of ReMeMbRance - Monday, noveMbeR 3 at 7:00pM

We invite our entire parish community to join us in remembering all the faithful departed, especially those who have assisted us in life, so that they can receive our prayerful support in their death.

Those who have lost a loved one in the last year are invited to bring a photo of the deceased to place on the altar during this special Mass.

Family to Family Sign-ups Begin THIS WEEKENDPlease consider sponsoring a family this year and help

families at our sister parish, St. Lawrence of Brindisi! Stop by the Sign-up Tables

after Mass this weekend to find out how you can help change lives this holiday season.

If you’ve sponsored a family in the past, you know that the gift is truly given back to you by the project, it’s an amazing feeling.

If you haven’t participated, we encourage you to do so this year.We will also have Sign-ups next weekend, November 8/9.

If you have questions about the program or the sign-ups, contact us at f2f@Americ anM ar t yrs.org.

We look forward to seeing you! Michele & Kurt Neesley and Pam McCarthy

The LORD is my SHEPHERD; there is nothing I shall want. Ps 18

commemoration of all the faithful departed november … · 8:30am odh young at art workshop ......

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