OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL PARISH COMMUNITY 820 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE, MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640

April 19, 2015

MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. SUNDAY MASS ON SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY: IN ENGLISH 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Teen Mass) DOMINGO-MISA EN ESPAÑOL: 12:30 p.m.

HOLY DAYS: 7:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Evening before Holy Days: 7:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. BAPTISM: Infants & Children register in the Rectory Office RCIA: Call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478 MARRIAGES: Couples must call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance.

Newly Confirmed

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NEW PARISHIONERS We encourage all Catholic adults living within the parish, and those who would like to join our parish to register. We are blessed to have you celebrate with us, and we warmly welcome you to our parish family! To register please contact the Rectory Office.

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmparish.com (323) 725-7578 Fax (323) 722-2654 Office Hours Monday—Friday/ 8am-6pm Saturday— 8am-5pm Sunday— 8am-2:30pm

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Vianney, Pastor Rev. Michael Meyer, Associate Deacon Fred Rios, Permanent Deacon Deacon Fred Lara, Permanent Deacon

Administrative Staff

Connie Lizarraga, Administrative Assistant

Ministries Oscar Mendez, Confirmation/Youth Ministry www.olmmyouthministry@gmail.com (323) 725-7578 Ext. 313 Roy Ramirez, RCIA (562) 879-9478 Alan Leoncio, Music Coordinator (323) 725-7578

Religious Education

Irma Montreal, Coordinator (323) 725-7578, Ext. 312 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesday 12pm-8pm, Friday by appointment only

Eucharistic Ministers

Roy Ramirez (562) 879-9478

Lectors Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668

Altar Servers

Mrs. Lou Miera (626) 288-1972

Parish School Analisa Moreno, Principal Arleene Molina, Administrative Assistant 840 North Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmschool.com (323) 728-5435 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

CONTACT/INFORMATION

NOVENA: Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Monday, 7:00 p.m.

ADORATION: Second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS: Holy Hour, 6-7 p.m.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: After 7:30 a.m. Mass

HOLY HOUR AND ROSARY OF THE UNBORN: 3rd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

24 HRS. PREGNANCY PRO-LIFE: Hotline (323) 261-0731

LINEA DE EMERGENCIA PRO-VIDA 24 hrs. (323) 261-0731

Altar Server Appointments

Mon., Tues., Wed., (April 20, 21, 22) 7:30 a.m. Clarissa & Raymond Barraza 7:00 p.m. Aidan Lee-John Rivera-Hilario Trejo Thurs., Fri., (April 23, 24) 7:30 a.m. Alexa & Isle Perez-Joseph Reynoso 7:00 p.m. Andrew Ramirez-Aidan Hernandez Adeline Doten Sat., April 25, 2015 7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Jackie Castro-Alexa Parra-Aaron Velasquez Ricardo Gonzalez Sunday, April 26, 2015 8:30 a.m. Sarah Lopez-Amanda Mora-Gerald Deocariza- Aidan Lee-Hilario Trejo 10:30 a.m. Sarah Storbakken-Havana & Cuba Garcia Aidan Hernandez 12:30 p.m. Ricardo Martin-Carlos Martin-Gabriel Montañez Adrian Franco 6:00 p.m. Daniela Salatino-Ariel Guzman Sophia Miranda Patino-Sabrina Park

PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners,

relatives and friends who have recently died: Amada Aguilar, Elisa G. Ojinaga, Ernest Rodriguez,

Edward Livas, Ruben Ordonez Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

Mass Intentions

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SUNDAY COLLECTION 04/12/2015 03/30/2014 Envelopes (353) $7,447.00 $8,368.00 Loose $3,211.00 $4,372.75 Total $10,658.00 $12,740.75 Repair & Maintenance $1,310.00 $1,674.00

Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible. Thank you for your generosity.

SUNDAY, April 19, 2015 8:30 am Leonila M. Valencia (Liv. B-Day) Amy De Aro (Dec.) 10:30 am Rosendo Viramontes (Dec. Anniv.) Juan Zaragoza Martinez (Dec. Anniv.) Ramon Hernandez (Dec.) Adela Legaspi (Dec. Anniv.) Lupe Partida (Dec. 1st Anniv.) 12:30 pm Benjamine Gallardo (Dec. B-Day) Rosendo Viramontes (Dec. Anniv.) 6:00 pm Parish Family MONDAY, April 20 7:30 am 7:00 pm Homer & Lourdes De Jesus (Liv. 30th Wedding Anniv.) Mercedes Mancillas (Dec. B-day) TUESDAY, April 21 7:30 am 7:00 pm WEDNESDAY, April 22 7:30 am Estanislaon Evangelio (Dec.) 7:00 pm Kimberly & Demitri Jimenez (Dec.) THURSDAY, April 23 7:30 am Mary Patricia Quesada (Dec. B-Day) 7:00 pm Benjamin D. Regalado (Liv. 14th B-Day) FRIDAY, April 24 7:30 am Guadalupe Flores (Dec. Anniv.) Sue Mary De Luca (Dec.) 7:00 pm William Mayoral (Dec. Anniv.) Alice Watanabe (Dec. Anniv.) SATURDAY, April 25 7:30 am Miguel Anaya (Dec.) 7:00 pm Cecilio T. Buenaventura (Dec.) Prisciliano Villegas (Dec.)

Preview of Next Sunday’s Readings Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 26, 2015 First reading: Apostles 4:8-12 Second reading: 1 John 3:1-2 Gospel: John 10:11-18 A reading from the Acts of the Apostles Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said: "Leaders of the people and elders: If we are being examined today about a good deed done to a cripple, namely, by what means he was saved, then all of you and all the people of Israel should know that it was in the name of Jesus Christ the Nazorean whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead; in his name this man stands before you healed. He is the stone rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone. There is no salvation through anyone else, nor is there any other name under heaven given to the human race by which we are to be saved." A reading from the first Letter of Saint John Beloved: See what love the Father has bestowed on us that we may be called the children of God. Yet so we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now; what we shall be has not yet been revealed. We do know that when it is revealed we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. A reading from the holy Gospel according to John Jesus said: "I am the good shepherd. A good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. A hired man, who is not a shepherd and whose sheep are not his own, sees a wolf coming and leaves the sheep and runs away, and the wolf catches and scatters them. This is because he works for pay and has no concern for the sheep. I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. These also I must lead, and they will hear my voice, and there will be one flock, one shepherd. This is why the Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again. No one takes it from me, but I lay it down on my own. I have power to lay it down, and power to take it up again. This command I have received from my Father."

Together in Mission 2015 Your contribution to Together in Mission will make a big difference in the lives of tens of thousands of our brothers and sisters. Because of you, the Church will continue to be a force for human dignity and social justice in our communities. If you have not done so, please complete your pledge forms and drop in the collection basket. God Bless you for your generous gifts to those in need.

CONFIRMATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY

Dear Parish Community,

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone that participated in making the Confirmation ceremony so memorable. The celebration of Confirmation is a true testament to our community of faith. We pray for the newly confirmed that they may continue their faith journey and persevere through life’s challenges with the help of the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

God Bless

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LOCATION: Watterson Hall TIME: 3:45-7:00 p.m. DATE: † Year 1 - Sunday, April 19th † Year 1 - Sunday, May 17th † Year 2 - Sunday, May 31st † Year 2 Confirmation Ceremony Date: Saturday, April 18th at 5:00 p.m.

Confirmation Sessions

Dear Parishioners,

Thank you for your prayers for our 63 Confirmation Year 2 teens. This weekend helped many deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, strengthen their faith, and build lasting friendships.

Thank you and God Bless

Religious Education Office Third Sunday of Easter April 19, 2015

Sunday’s Gospel, Luke 24:35-48 Reflecting in God’s Word. Changes take place in all of us that prevent people who have not seen us for some time from recognizing us. When friends and relatives see our children after a long absence, they almost always comment on the changes in size, height, hair color, voice, and mannerisms. While Jesus appeared changed to the disciples and we have never even seen him at all, we still know he is with us. Each week at Eucharist, Jesus appears to us. Sometimes it is we who have to change in order to recognize Jesus and receive the joy he brings us in the Eucharist.

Bringing the Gospel Into Your Family Bring a globe or world map to your family prayer table or area. Try to name as many places as you can where the Good News has reached the people of the world. Share your ideas with one another about what this means to us Christians and Catholics. How are we united throughout the world? What work still lies ahead for us? How can we help accomplish that work? Conclude your discussion by praying for our church and its missionaries.

Question of the Week Children: What question would I ask someone about Jesus appearing to the Apostles? Adults: What questions about Jesus still arise in the midst of my faith? Niños: ¿Cómo podemos mi familia y yo ayudar a los necesitados? Adultos: ¿Qué preguntas sobre Jesús surgen todavía en el centro de mi fe? SACRAMENTAL MARRIAGE INFORMATION If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at 323.725.7578 Ext. 312. QUINCEAÑERA MASS If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance at 323.725.7578 Ext. 312. RELIGIOUS ED. OFFICE HOURS R.E. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:30am to 4:00pm, Wednesday 12:00 to 8:00pm. Friday by appointment only, closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information you can contact Irma at 323.725.7578 Ext. 312.

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Administrative Handbook for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles For the first time, the Archdiocese has a Handbook that integrates a wide range of pre-existing resources, guides, manuals and other publications to offer a single comprehensive source of information on archdiocesan administrative policies and procedures. This new resource also includes Chapter 9, a special section which provides detailed information about all of the Safe Environment policies, procedures, programs, forms and other resources utilized by the archdiocese of the protection of our children and young people. Go to: http://handbook.la-archdiocese.org/chapter-9/section-9-1.

DID YOU KNOW?

¿SABIA USTED? Manual administrativo para la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles La Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles proveerá por primera vez un manual que reúne una amplia gama de recursos preexistentes, guías manuales y otras publicaciones para ofrecer una fuente completa de información sobre las políticas administrativas y procedimientos de la Arquidiócesis. Este nuevo recurso también incluye el capítulo 9, una sección especial que proporciona información detallada acerca de las políticas de la iniciativa, Safe Environment, los programas, procedimientos, formularios y otros recursos utilizados por la Arquidiócesis, para la protección de nuestros niños y jóvenes. Para más información, por favor visite: http://handbook.la-archdiocese.org/chapter-9/section-9-1.

Are you searching for a community? Interested in the Catholic Faith?

Please continue to pray for the neophytes and fully initiated members of our church.

Continue to read the bulletin for information on the start of the next session.

If interested and want to know more please call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478

or email olmmrcia@gmail.com and an application can be forwarded to you.

You can see current information at www.facebook.com/OlmmRCIA.

All are welcome!

Please continue to pray for the neophytes and fully initiated members of our church.

Continue to read the bulletin for information on the start of the next session.

The 38th Annual Spring Carnival will take place the weekend of Friday, April 24th through Sunday, April 26th. There will be delicious food, thrilling rides, fun games, and a beer and wine garden with live entertainment! SEE CARNIVAL FLYER in this Sunday’s bulletin for more details!

Pre-Sale Carnival Ride Tickets are here! This WILL BE THE LAST SUNDAY TO PURCHASE YOUR RIDE TICKETS AT A DISCOUNTED PRICE. Plan ahead and save money! Tickets ARE ONLY $20 a sheet (reg. $40). Don’t wait! Discounted tickets are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

RAFFLE TICKETS: DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR CASH PRIZE RAFFLE! This year the Carnival Raffle will have four cash prizes, including the grand prize of $3,000. Each ticket is only $1 but you can purchase a book of 11 tickets for ONLY $10. Pick up a book after all the masses and return your stubs NEXT SUNDAY with payment. Remember, You can’t win if you don’t try!

MONDAY: Golden Agers Ministry Meeting, 1st, 3rd, 5th Monday of the month, 11:30a.m.-2:00p.m. in Laboure Center. TUESDAY: Adult Legion of Mary (English) weekly meeting, 5:45-6:45 p.m., in Laboure Center. Knights of Columbus, at 7:35 p.m. in Watterson Hall. (2nd Tues. of the month Officers, 4th Tues. general). WEDNESDAY: Daytime Bible Study, study the readings for next Sunday, 10:30am-12 noon, in Laboure Center. SUNDAY: Cofradia Guadalupana monthly meeting, takes place

the 2nd Sunday of the month, 10:30 a.m., in Room 601 at School. RCIA, at 9:30 a.m. in Laboure Center. (For non- Catholics interested in learning more about the Catholic Church or Catholics who have not received their First Communion and Confirmation).

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This Week and Coming Events

Together in Mission 2015

Have you sent in your pledge yet? Your help is

needed in order for us to achieve our goal!

Thank you!!

An Intention in Perpetuity Our Patio remodeling has begun, and we are still accepting orders for the Personalized Brick Project. This project will provide us with a venue to honor our House, the House of the Lord. It is a way to give Thanks and to show our Intentions in Perpetuity. Your name, your family’s name, your remembrances, your favorite Verses or Proverbs can be inscribed within the Brick which will be installed on the Patio. We are working on a wonderful design which will show to the world and generations to come, our pride for OLMM.

Una intención de Perpetuidad Usted puede pedir mas informacion en la Rectoria sobre el nuevo projecto o llamar al telephone (323) 725-7578.

INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be May 3rd -English & 10 de Mayo - Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office at least three months before the desired date of the Baptism to arrange for preparation class for parents and Godparents. For more information please call the Rectory Office, at (323) 725-7578.

This Sunday, The RCIA will sponsor the Donut Sale and The Italian Catholic Federation will conduct their bake sale. Next Sunday, The Youth Ministry will sponsor the Donut Sale. Thank you to all organizations who give so much of their time to support the Donut and Bake Sales. Please be sure to stop by and support them!

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