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St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
Reverend Nicholas P. Clavin, Pastor Divine Mercy Sunday — April 15, 2012
Divine Mercy Sunday April 15, 2012
Oh Blood and Water which gushed forth from the Heart of Jesus as a Font of Mercy for us, I trust in You!
~ Divine Mercy Chaplet Stewardship Reflection on Lectionary Readings: April 15, 2012 Acts 4:32-35; Ps. 118:2-4, 13-15,22-24; 1 Jn. 5:1-6; Jn. 20:19-31
In today’s readings we learn a great deal about how we are to live as Christian disciples. We have entered into the Easter Season. Christ has risen, and, as today’s readings indicate, the Church that He established lives on. His disciples carry on their faith in Him, and in so doing, they teach us how to do the same. In the first reading from the book of Acts, Luke paints a picture of what life was like in the early Church. “The community of believers was of one heart
and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions were his own. They had everything in common. … There was no needy person among them.” . . .Luke’s description tells us is that the early Christians lived charitably towards one another. They loved the Lord, and out of their love for Him, they loved one another. Their lives as Christians were rooted in their faith in Christ. That faith led them to love — love God and love neighbor. And so they lived in love of one another, recognizing that nothing they had belonged to them, and using all they had been given by God in service of one another . . . Today’s second reading reinforces this theme and emphasizes, for us, the necessity of living a life of love rooted in faith in Christ. St. John tells us, “Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is begotten by God, and everyone who loves the Father loves also the one begotten by Him . . .” if we believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, it follows that we must love — both God and neighbor. But St. John . . . continues, “In this way, we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and keep His commandments.” So it is clear, as Christians our life of faith is a life lived actively in love of others. . . We believe in the risen Christ, and we proclaim Him to the world, but it is not just by what we say that we proclaim Christ. What we do, how we act, must follow suit. We’re all familiar with St. Francis of Assisi’s famous quote, “Preach the gospel at all times, when necessary, use words.” The life of a Christian disciple ought to be lived in love of others, and through those loving actions, people will see the gospel lived out. After all, that’s just what Christ did. He lived for love of others — even to the point of death. And that is what stewardship is all about. Like those early Christians, we recognize that nothing we have is ours. It all comes to us by way of gift from our heavenly Father, and so it is our responsibility to cultivate and care for it all – our time, our talent, and our treasure — wisely, using it in love of God and neighbor. In so doing, we proclaim the Gospel of Love that Jesus Christ Himself preached.
Concerning the Feast of Mercy Jesus said:
. . My daughter, tell the whole world about My Inconceivable Mercy. I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day the very depths of My tender Mercy are open. I pour out a whole ocean of graces upon those souls who approach the fount of My Mercy. The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. [emphasis added] On that day all the divine floodgates through which grace flow are opened. Let no soul fear to draw near to Me, even though its sins be as scarlet. My Mercy is so great that no mind, be it of man or of angel, will be able to fathom It throughout all eternity. Everything that exists has come forth from the very depths of My most tender Mercy. . . The Feast of Mercy emerged from My very depths of tenderness. It is My desire that It be solemnly celebrated on the first Sunday after Easter. Mankind will not have peace until it turns to the Fount of My Mercy. (Diary 699) The Hour of Great Mercy
At three o'clock, implore My Mercy, especially for sinners; and, if only for a brief moment, immerse yourself in My Passion, particularly in My abandonment at the moment of agony. This is the hour of great Mercy ... In this hour I will refuse nothing to the soul that makes a request of Me in virtue of My Passion. (Diary 1320).
As often as you hear the clock strike the third hour immerse yourself completely in My Mercy, adoring and glorifying It, invoke It's omnipotence for the whole world, and particularly for poor sinners, for at that moment Mercy was opened wide for every soul. In this hour you can obtain everything for yourself and for others for the asking; it was the hour of grace for the whole world - Mercy triumphed over justice. [emphasis added] Try your best to make the Stations of the Cross in this hour, provided that your duties permit it; and if you are not able to make the Stations of the Cross, then at least step into the Chapel for a moment and adore in the Most Blessed Sacrament, My Heart, which is full of mercy. And should you be unable to step into Chapel, immerse yourself in prayer there where you happen to be, if only for a very brief instant. (Diary 1572)
5th & 6th Grade
7th & 8th Grade
FAITH FORMATION
Thursdays 4:00 P.M. In Session Apr. 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17
Saturdays 4:15 P.M. In Session Apr. 21, 28 May 5, 19
Sun.: 7A.M., 8:15 A.M.,10:15A.M., 4:15 P.M. In Session Apr. 15, 22, 29 May 6, 20
—> No 4:15 on May 6 <—
Thursdays 6:00 P.M. In Session Apr. 26 May 10, 24
Thursdays 6:00 P.M. In Session Apr. 19 May 3, 17
K thru 4th Grade
Donation Made by In Memory/ In Honor of
Travis & Anne Nguyen Grandparents Brad & Fely Zimmer Felix F. Macalma, James W. Zimmer Anonymous Fr. Nick Clavin, Fr. Ed Gallagher, & Fr. John Gubbins Jim & Edna Rickling Sheila Cockerell The Rinder Family Danny Barnachea Norma Crouch My Father, Rudolph Y. Gilbertt Malia Reis Phaedra Reis Frank Crimi Raylene Pound Joe & Pat Gersztyn William & Irene Szumplawski Ann Cherundolo Fern Fetter Jean Coleman Catherine & Paul Simonis Virginia Sanchez-Bernardy Dolores Monceaux Lou & Kyoko Caspary Louis & Agnes Caspary Susan Forest-Rode Kathryn Gaydos
A great big THANK YOU to our Easter Flowers Donors!
The following are donations received through April 5, 2012.
Check out:
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School Phone: 858 397-1290; Fax: 858 397-1294
Our school is currently on Easter vacation, although construction continues on the parish’s latest phase of development and growth, the library/admin. building. Sidewalks and pathways have been poured; the interior of the building is being painted; infrastructure such as the fire panel, server, phones, and surveillance cameras are being installed. This is such an exciting time for our School and Parish!
Our enrollment for the coming school year continues, and plans are already in motion for the opening of the seventh grade in September. We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Elizabeth Clark will join our faculty next year as the seventh grade homeroom teacher. Mrs. Clark is a graduate of Georgia Tech with a Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering, and holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from USC. She will be a wonderful addition to an already stellar faculty and staff!
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School will be closed for Easter Vacation from April 6 to 13, with students returning to school on April 16.
A wide selection of Scrip gift cards is available at both the School and Parish offices. Scrip gifts cards may be ordered online at www.shopwithscrip.com. This website offers a convenient way to shop for your scrip gift cards from the comfort of your own home. Simply log on to www.shopwithscrip.com to set up your profile. Entering the school enrollment code—5L2433CA18L37—will ensure that the profit from your purchases come directly to our School. You have the option to make your payment through Presto Pay or to pay by check at pick up. Orders are placed every Wednesday morning before 9 A.M. and are available for pick up at the Parish Office the following Monday. We certainly appreciate your support!
ENROLLMENT OF NEW STUDENTS, K-7, IS CURRENTLY OPEN. Download and complete the Potential Student Form.
Contact the School Office to schedule a tour or a student-placement screening appointment.
Email: [email protected]; or fax the form to the School Office at 858 397-1294.
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School BOOK DRIVE!
You may find yourself SPRING CLEANING and come across some gently used books that your child has outgrown. Please consider donating them to our new library at the School campus in Stonebridge. All donations—kindergarten through eighth-grade level books—fiction, non-fiction, biographies, etc., will be gratefully accepted in the Parish or School Office. Books can also be left in the Church before Mass, labeled “Book for School”. Thank you for your generosity!
Music Ministry CHILDREN’S CHOIR MASS
The next Children’s Choir rehearsal is April 18, 5:15–6 P.M. in the Parish Hall. They will sing at the Saturday 5 P.M. Mass on April 21 with pre-Mass rehearsal at 4:30. Children in grades 2-7 are invited to participate. To sign up, just come to a rehearsal. For more info, pls. contact Tim Hilgeman in the Music Office at 858 653-3583; or [email protected]
With gratitude for the gifts they have received, parishioners and visitors made a joyful return to the Lord of the following:
Our Sunday collections for the weekend Mar. 31 & Apr. 1, including children’s collection of $66.28 $23,838.82
Credit Card Avg. per week during Feb. 2012 $6,672.91 Total $30,511.73 Approximate amount needed weekly to meet our expenses: $ 26,000.00
Total $ 4,511.73
A big THANK YOU to those Parishioners who have “Taken a Step”.
High School Ministry
May 5, 2012
SCRIP is available in the Parish Office. Come check out what we have to offer!
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE NEEDS & INTENTIONS OF . . Joan Gaffney, Tom, Keohane, Carmen and Michael Evans, Nikki Gonzaga, Caleb Roitz, Margo Donahue, Brett Davey, Flotilde Adriano, Tess Capacete, Elise Serrano, Noreen Armstrong, Corazon Valera, Kaitlin Bunge, Jennifer Sih, Lon Rocabo, Irene Trisko, Christopher Galichon, Filemon Barongan, David Smith, Dorothy Bromenshenkel, Casey Tibetts, Sheryl Bunge, Maria Santiago, Judy Di Matteo, Marie Califano, Letty Kumer, Herme & Asaf Valdez, Jose Santiago, Jeanette Hendren, Edgar Muth, Eileen Boyle, Ian Brown, Kathleen Hunt, Faith Ziulak. May they find joy in the healing Love of Jesus Christ.
to all the wonderful chaperones who at tended LA Youth Day with us!! You are
such a blessing to our Ministry!
Upcoming Events:
Confirmation News: Next Year One Session: April 15th 6:15-8pm
Confirmation Rehearsal: April 22nd 6:30-7:30pm Confirmation Mass and Celebration: May 6th 5pm
Feel free to contact Liesl with any questions or concerns at 858-653-3591 or at [email protected].
Excerpts from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Letter on “Marriage: Love & Life in the Divine Plan”:
HELPMATES “Marriage is a unique communion of persons. In their intimate union as male and female, the spouses are called to exist for each other. Just as Genesis describes Eve as a helper for Adam, we can see that in marriage, a husband and wife are meant to help each other through self-giving.” To read the entire document, please visit:
www.usccb.org/loveandlife/. TODAY! NEW PARISHIONER ORIENTATION 12:15 P.M.
This is a wonderful opportunity for new parishioners to
learn what St. Gregory the Great Parish has to offer, and for us to reach out and share our gifts with you.
Please feel free to join us in the Parish Hall or call Tom and Marcia Hommel at
858 693-8015 for more information.
50+ Club Chili Cook-Off The 50+Club is a social network that supports living a personal Catholic faith for single, married, divorced, and widowed adults, 50 and over. Our next meeting will be on Wed., April 25,7 P.M. in Rm. D next to the kitchen. Our second annual Chili Cook-Off is planned for the evening. Last winner, Charles Truxton, moved to the East Coast, so the evening is open to new challengers. We need at least 4 cooks to whip up their favorite Chili recipe. Chef hats will be provided to the contestants. We would appreciate an early response. Please contact Dominic Scigliano at 858 547-0656; or [email protected].
Parish Ministries/Groups
Liturgy Committee: Cheryl Magner 271-7250 Liturgical Environment: Judy Cottel 578-1082 Marriage Encounter: Ron & Patti Marcoux 566-5041 Martha’s Ministry Bea Iwig 271-5157 Meals for the Homeless: Margie Mills 271-7410 Military Friendship & Support Chris & Jenny Cornelissen 689-8871 Ministry of Consolation: Jeannine Sullivan 689-1285 Ministry of Mothers: Lynda Rowin 578-0123 Ministry Scheduling: Greg Tom 271-9490 Ministry to the Home Bound Deacon Ferris Bell 653-3540 Music Ministry Tim Hilgeman 653-3583 Nursery Nicole Muther 692-6765 Our Lady of Fatima Statue Carolyn Standifer 536-1113 Parish Orientations Tom & Marcia Hommel 693-8015 Pastoral Stewardship Council Toni Colombo 653-0414 Prayers & Squares Carolyn Standifer 536-1113 Margaret Lynn 530-2560 Prayer Wheel: Elizabeth Ostadan 566-6455 Barbara & Paul Zepf 271-5261 RCIA & CIC Deacon Ron Diem 653-3582 Respect Life: John & Jennifer Graf 530-0956 Rosary Cenacle: Theresa Chan 271-6915 Rosary Makers: Lucie Hoge 619 328-8314 Sister Parish Outreach: Michael Exner 382-9246 Stewardship: Bill & Maureen Carpenter 484-3201 Ushers: Don Wolf 578-6341 Widows Friendship Group: Emilia Bello 693-8144 Betty McGuigan 578-3808 Women’s Friendship Circle: Patti Tarczy 740-9237
Adoration: David Rowe 549-2215 Altar Linens Jenny Quimpo 695-6860 Altar Servers: Joanne & Bill Bernard 549-0979 Bible Study: Nancy Shute 537-0856 Blood Drive: Michelle Doyle 586-0984 Book Club: Kate Schemensky 748-5227 Boy Scouts #614 Gerard Schnee 271-6065 Boy Scouts #616 Suzie Honeycutt 695-8278 Boy Scouts #664 Ruth Feather 566-8067 Build a Miracle Chris & Julianne North 547-0845 Catholic Men’s Fellowship Fletcher Hull 760 814-1355 Children’s Choir: Tim Hilgeman 653-3583 Confirmation Preparation: Liesl Ott 653-3591 Cooking Group: Margaret Byrne 549-3375 Cursillo Frank & Paulette Deniston 831-0900 Development Stewardship Maria Sittmann 619 846-4706 Committee Eucharistic Ministers: Gregory Tom 271-9490 50+ Adult Club Nancy Shevik 484-4863 Family Cancer Support Kent Peters 735-6889 Filipino-American Hermie Moscoso 586-7473 Film Fans: Marie McGowan 538-6728 Food Drive: Eddie Arebalo 560-1515 Gardening Ministry Betty Otto 487-9314 Helping Hands Kitchen Coordinator Pat Rasmussen 693-1880 Knights of Columbus: Anthony Maisano 397-2211 Lectors: Terry Poletto 536-8737 Let’s Dine In: Nancy Gaffrey Brenna 271-9187 Lighthouse Media Joan Pernicano 271-6727
Mass Intentions
† Deceased SI Special Intention
8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 8:00am 5:00pm 7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm
Mon. April 16 Tues. April 17 Wed. April 18 Thurs. April 19 Fri. April 20 Sat. April 21 Sun. April 22
Donald Clements † Brian Humbert † Dr. Carolyn Anakwenze SI Jeanne & Virgil Beyersdorf † J. W. Homan † Elsie Skeeter † MaryLou Darden † Mass for the People Leonardo Laus † Mary De La Rosa †
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Acts 4:23-31; Jn 3:1-8 Tuesday: Acts 4:32-37; Jn 3:7b-15 Wednesday: Acts 5:17-26; Jn 3:16-21 Thursday: Acts 5:27-33; Jn 3:31-36 Friday: Acts 5:34-42; Jn 6:1-15 Saturday: Acts 6:1-7; Jn 6:16-21 Sunday: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; Ps 4; 1 Jn 2:1-5a; Lk 24:35-48
Our Sister Parish Please don’t forget to bring your canned goods to Mass each Sunday. The pantry at Our Lady of Angles is very bare.
Around the Diocese Escondido After-Abortion
Healing Retreat for Catholic Women, or Catholic friendly, given by Rachel’s Hope April 27-29, 2012. Location: St. Mary’s Retreat Center. Group Size limited. Cost: $100, includes overnight lodging, workbook, & meals. Partial Scholarships available. Time: Begins 7 PM, Friday.
Confidentiality maintained. For info, pls. call Leslie Brunolli 760 745-2529; or [email protected].
Please visit: RachelsHope.org. Sponsored by the Diocese of San Diego.
Lumpia & Pancit — Noodles & Egg Rolls On Sale April 22!
Don’t’ miss out on these delicious treats! The Fil-Am Group will again be selling lumpia and noodles on after all the morning Masses. We need your support!
John Paul the Great Catholic University seeks to Impact the Culture for Christ through media and business. Join us on Saturday, May 19th, for our Open House and learn more! We'll begin with Mass at 11 A.M. For more
info, pls. email [email protected].
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