July 24, 2016 - San Francisco Solano Catholic Church

SAN FRANCISCO SOLANO
CATHOLIC CHURCH
July 24, 2016
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mission Statement:
San Francisco Solano Parish continues the early
California missionary spirit to spread the Good News of
Jesus Christ. We are committed to Word, Sacrament, and
Service.
22082 ANTONIO PARKWAY, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA
92688-1993
Phone:(949) 589-7767 · Fax: (949) 589-7768· www.sfsolano.org
OFFICE HOURS:
Weekdays: 9:00 AM to NOON;
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Administration—949-589-7767
Reverend Theodore Olson, Pastor—Ext. 2111
Parish Secretary/Office Manager—Alma Helms, Ext. 2112
secretary@sfsolano.org
Reverend Duy Le, Parochial Vicar—Ext. 2104
Parish Receptionist/Sacramental Records—Alfie Mumaugh, Ext. 2100
information@sfsolano.org
Reverend Gordon Moreland, SJ, Visiting Priest
Bulletin Editor—Lynne Pantano, Ext. 2101
bulletineditor@sfsolano.org
FatherTed@sfsolano.org
FrDuy@sfsolano.org
Reverend James Smith, O.Praem., Visiting Priest
Deacon Carl Swanson—Ext. 2108
Parish Facilities Manager—Anna Podruski, Ext. 2109
facilities@sfsolano.org
SATURDAY VIGIL MASS:
5:00 PM
SUNDAY MASSES:
7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:15 AM,
12:00 NOON, and 5:00 PM
Parish Controller—Leah Davis, CPA, Ext. 2105
accounting@sfsolano.org
WEEKDAY MASSES:
Monday-Saturday, 8:30 AM
HOLY DAY MASSES:
8:30 AM and 7:00 PM
SACRAMENT OF
RECONCILIATION:
Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 PM
(or by appointment)
SACRAMENT OF
MARRIAGE:
Please contact the Parish Office at
least six months prior to marriage.
SACRAMENT OF
BAPTISM:
One Sunday each month at 2:00 PM
Please contact the Parish Office.
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION:
The first Monday of each month
beginning after the morning Liturgy.
cswanson@sfsolano.org
Parish Ministry
Director, RCIA/Adult Faith Formation/ Adult Confirmation
Deacon Carl Swanson, Ext. 2108
cswanson@sfsolano.org
Director of Music—Brenda von Gremp, Ext. 2115
brendavg@sfsolano.org
Coordinator of Liturgy—Dana Hardenburgh, Ext. 2106
liturgy@sfsolano.org
Youth Faith Formation—949-589-1709 Fax: 589-2840
Director of Faith Formation—Juliana Gerace, Ext. 2135
dre@sfsolano.org
Registrar/Receptionist—Teri Ferlisi, Ext. 2134
reregistrar@sfsolano.org
Elementary/Intermediate Coordinator (Grades 1-8)— Amy Franklin,
Ext. 2139
elemre@sfsolano.org; jrhigh@sfsolano.org
NEW PARISHIONERS
Welcome to San Francisco Solano Catholic Church! To register
please come into the Parish Office, take an information
envelope from the information rack at the back of the Church, or
download a registration form online at www. sfsolano.org.
SERRA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Multi-Parish School)
23652 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Phone: (949) 888-1990 • www.serraschool.org
Angeline Trudell, President
Youth Minister/Confirmation Coordinator (Grades 9-12)
Jenna Mish, Ext. 2130
youthministry@sfsolano.org
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Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 24, 2016
Scripture Readings for the Week
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Gen 18:20-32; Ps 138:1-3, 6-8; Col 2:12-14;
Lk 11:1-13
2 Cor 4:7-15; Ps 126:1bc-6; Mt 20:20-28
I tell you, if he does not get up to give the visitor the
loaves because of their friendship, he will get up to give
him whatever he needs because of his persistence.
Jer 14:17-22; Ps 79:8, 9, 11, 13;
Mt 13:36-43
"And I tell you, ask and you will receive; seek and you will
find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks,
finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be
opened.
Wednesday: Jer 15:10, 16-21; Ps 59:2-4, 10-11, 17-18;
Mt 13:44-46
Thursday:
Jer 18:1-6; Ps 146:1b-6ab; Mt 13:47-53
Friday:
Jer 26:1-9; Ps 69:5, 8-10, 14; Jn 11:19-27
or Lk 10:38-42
Saturday:
Jer 26:11-16, 24; Ps 69:15-16, 30-31, 33-34;
Mt 14:1-12
Sunday:
Eccl 1:2; 2:21-23; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17;
Col 3:1-5, 9-11; Lk 12:13-21
Readings can also be found online at:
http://www.usccb.org/bible/index.cfm
Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he had
finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us
to pray just as John taught his disciples."
He said to them, "When you pray, say: Father, hallowed
be your name, your kingdom come. Give us each day our
daily bread and forgive us our sins for we ourselves forgive everyone in debt to us, and do not subject us to the
final test."
And he said to them, "Suppose one of you has a friend to
whom he goes at midnight and says, 'Friend, lend me
three loaves of bread, for a friend of mine has arrived at
my house from a journey and I have nothing to offer him,'
and he says in reply from within, 'Do not bother me; the
door has already been locked and my children and I are
already in bed. I cannot get up to give you anything.'
What father among you would hand his son a snake when
he asks for a fish? Or hand him a scorpion when he asks
for an egg? If you then, who are wicked, know how to
give good gifts to your children, how much more will the
Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask
him?" (Luke 11:1-13)
Jesus teaches us to approach God with gentle
persistence by calling God Father, praising God, seeking
to live God's reign, asking Him to forgive us as we have
forgiven other, and to be freed from the final test.
Ever the good parent, God gives us good things, even
when they are not exactly
what we asked to receive.
Jesus revealed God's
persistent love for us. How
persistent are we to see,
know, and live that love
through regular prayer?
What greater way to pray is
there than to pray the
words Christ himself gave
us?
Schedule of Church Hours
In Memoriam
*Summer Schedule*
Monday—Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Let us pray for all those who have died, especially
David Arritt
Son of Paul and Carol Arritt
SFS Community Food Bank
55 & Better
55 & Better is a parish social ministry for parishioners 55
and over. Social activities are held in the SFS Parish
Center. For information, contact Don Duclos at
949 305-6559
August 5, First Friday Mass & Brunch—8:30
bring a brunch item to share with 8-10 people.
6:30 AM—8:00 PM
6:30 AM—3:00 PM
10:00 AM—6:30 PM
6:30 AM—2:30 PM
AM
Please
The SFS Community Food Bank is located
29873 Comercio Avenue in Rancho Santa Margarita.
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Summer Distribution Hours: Fridays Only – 3 PM–6 PM
The food bank will be closed July 22 and August 12
Thank you for your donations of time, food and money;
they are greatly appreciated.
August 19, Friday—6:00 PM Join us for a special "Getting
For more information or if you would like to volunteer
to Know You" evening. Please bring an appetizer, salad,
side dish, main dish or dessert to share with 8-10 people. 2 please contact Alma Helms at 949-589-7767.
Parish Ministries
Mass Intentions for the Week
Monthly Adoration
Monday 25 July
† Virginia Harris
† David Arritt
The Eucharist is the Body, Blood, Soul and
Divinity of Christ and He calls us to spend time
with Him in prayer and adoration.
8:30 AM
Tuesday 26 July
Marina Wessa
8:30 AM
Wednesday 27 July
† Margaret Manzanares
Each month, we have a 24-hour Adoration of
the Blessed Sacrament. We encourage you to
consider spending some time with Christ,
present in the Blessed Sacrament. Morning,
afternoon, and evening time slots are available.
8:30 AM
8:30 AM
Thursday 28 July
† Diane Manarino
Susan Smoler
8:30 AM
Friday 29 July
† John Joseph Gallagher
† David Arritt
8:30 AM
5:00 PM
7:00 AM
8:30 AM
10:15 AM
12:00 NOON
5:00 PM
Saturday, 30 July
James McKelvey
† Agerico Bayubay
† Patrick Mullaly
Sunday 31 July
Marina Wessa
PRO POPULO
Malcolm Mendonsa
† Agerico Bayubay
† Roel Hemedes
† William T. Held
Dear Friends,
I invite you to join me on my first
PILGRIMAGE of a lifetime!
November 25 through December 5.
Whether it’s the first time or a return
trip, to walk in the steps of Jesus will
be an amazing spiritual experience.
See the stories you’ve read or heard
over the years come alive! Reaffirm
your baptism in the waters of the
JORDAN RIVER where Jesus was baptized. Visit
BETHLEHEM where Jesus was born, NAZARETH where
Jesus grew up and worked as a carpenter alongside
Joseph, and JERUSALEM the HOLY CITY that was
witness to the death and resurrection of our Lord.
Imagine crossing the SEA OF GALILEE as Jesus calmed
the storm, walking through the MOUNT OF OLIVES as
Jesus prayed with His disciples or renewing your
wedding vows at the sight of the first miracle in CANA.
Come join me to pray, to do pilgrimage, and to give
thanks for our tremendous gift of faith in the HOLY LAND.
Our next 24-hour adoration is August 1-2.
As Jesus said to his apostles who slept while he prayed in
the Garden prior to his arrest and crucifixion, “Could you
not spend one hour with me?”
Parking lot work this week
Beginning this Tuesday, July 26, we will be making
repairs in the parish parking lot.
Our parish parking lot is being slurry sealed and
restriped, and the handicap ramps are being redone to
be ADA compliant. The work is expected to take three
full days.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, while the handicap spaces
are being rebuilt, there should be minimal impact on
parking.
On Thursday and possibly Friday, the parish parking lots
will be closed. This includes the parking spaces along
the Youth Faith Formation building and the Parish
Center. If you are here on Thursday, please park in the
High School lot nearest Antonio Parkway. You will need
to walk around the areas being slurry coated; you will
need to enter the parish facilities through the portals at
the front of the Church only. Foot traffic through the
parish parking areas will be very limited until the seal
coat is dry, and we do not want you to get the slurry coat
on your shoes or on the walkways and carpets of the
parish facilities.
We regret the inconvenience as we keep our parish
facilities in good repair and improve handicap access .
San Francisco Solano Parish is seeking
a new Coordinator of Liturgy
Our present Coordinator of Liturgy, Dana Hardenburgh,
is moving to a new job and we are seeking someone for
this part-time job serving the entire parish community at
prayer.
Training and scheduling of our many liturgical ministers
and preparations for our Sunday liturgies are part of this
work as well as for seasonal and special events.
Sincerely,
The ordering of sacristy supplies is another important
responsibility.
Fr. Duy Le
We hope to fill this position as soon as possible.
For more information please contact: Carre Wertepny at
949-589-7747 or mba4carre1@yahoo.com
A job description and application form are available in the
3 parish office.
Parish Ministries
There is still time to join the SF Solano "55 & Better" Sponsored Trip to:
Monterey & Carmel By the Sea
September 27 (Tues.) to September 30 (Fri)
$540 per person (dbl occupancy)
$185 (single supplement)
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Trip Includes:
3 Nights in hotel/Breakfast included
Welcome dinner at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Walking tour of Carmel
Visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Tour San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission
Wine TasƟng & 17 Mile Drive
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Contact Maureen Romaine at 949 472-5473
What a great end to the summer!
The RUMMAGE SALE is back!
SFS Book Club Schedule 2016
On Saturday, September 17, the parish
will have a rummage sale from 7:30 AM
until 12:30 PM. Please start to save
your GENTLY used clothing, household
items, sporting goods etc. as you clean
your closets and garages. (NO FURNITURE or
ELECTRONICS) We will start collecting on Friday,
September 2.
Please Join us in the church lounge at 7 PM for lively
discussion and snacks. For more information about the
book club call Mary Kay Beck, (949) 310-1030, or email
her at mkbeck55@gmail.com.
7/27
The Painted Veil, W. Somerset Maugham
8/24
The Mountain Story, Lori Lansens
9/28
Orhan’s Inheritance, Aline Ohanesian
10/26
Big Little Lies, Liane Moriarty
11/30
Still Life, Louise Penney
(The November meeting will begin at 6:30 PM.)
Thank you for your continued support with your
donations and for shopping at the sale.
If you are interested in assisting in organizing the sale,
please call or email Theresa Weber 949-233-9308 or
Tmw928@cox.net.
Save the Date!
Harvest Dinner
October 15
Watch upcoming
bulletins
for more information.
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Parish Ministries
Eucharistic Adoration
The Catholic Church believes that our celebration of the Eucharist, the Mass, is the “source and
the summit” of our faith. It is at the heart of our life of faith. As Catholics, we proclaim our belief
that the bread and wine consecrated during Mass become Christ Himself—His Body, Blood,
Soul and Divinity—Holy Communion. We do not believe it is just a symbol. Once consecrated, it
is not merely a “cracker,” a “piece of bread” or “a cup of wine.” With eyes of faith we see the
Body and Blood of Christ. We meet Jesus present sacramentally. The Mass is the focal point
that brings us together as a worshiping community and we are nourished with the Word of the
Scriptures and with Holy Communion. After being consecrated and distributed at Mass as Holy
Communion, the Sacred Hosts are placed in the tabernacle in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel.
There, a candle signals the constant presence of Christ. This holy place is open whenever the church is open
and Jesus waits for visitors. Come visit Him often!
But our spiritual life is not limited solely to participation in the Mass. Pope Saint John Paul II called worship of
the Most Holy Eucharist outside of Mass “an important daily practice that becomes an inexhaustible source of
holiness” and a practice “of inestimable value for the life of the Church.”
On the first Monday of every month at our parish we have Eucharistic Adoration with Exposition. As the
morning Mass ends, the Blessed Sacrament is placed in a beautiful stand known as a monstrance and Jesus
Christ is exposed in the Blessed Sacrament for all to see. We have committed worshippers who follow an
hourly schedule for visiting Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament to ensure that the Eucharist is never without
veneration. Exposition concludes 24 hours later, just prior to morning Mass on Tuesday. Everyone is welcome
to come spend time in the presence of Christ for as short or as long a time as you like. Come adore Jesus in
the Blessed Sacrament even if you are not a scheduled adorer. Any time you can spend with Him is transforming.
How do we respond to such a mystery? We respond with praise, adoration and joy. Our Lord gave us Himself
in such a beautiful way at the Last Supper so that we would never be left alone.
Once you have decided to visit with Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, what do you do? What do you say?
As you enter the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, you will see the Eucharist displayed in the monstrance. It is
customary to genuflect and bow your head before taking your place. Kneel or sit as you wish. Once you have
settled in, the question arises, “now what?”
St. Clare of Assisi gave us a suggestion:
1. Gaze: Spend time simply looking at the Host. Take time to see Jesus Christ there. His Real Presence
is essential to our faith. It’s worth taking time in quiet connection.
2. Consider: Think of Jesus in the context of His life. Reflect on His ministry to the sick, his agony in the
garden and His passion, death and the resurrection that followed. Think of this great gift He offers you,
that you might spend some time with Him.
3. Contemplate: Pray. Pour your heart out to Christ. Ask Him to help you with your concerns and worries.
Thank Him for all His gifts. Praise Him for the glories of the world in which we live. Speak to Him as
you would a close friend. Jesus knows what you need; speak plainly from your heart.
4. Imitate: Eucharistic Adoration has had a profound effect on the lives of those who spend time in
communion with Him. The peace that surpasses all others is attainable through Adoration. Take His
peace back into your daily life.
This style of prayer can help you focus on Jesus during your time with Him.
There are other things you can do: Read a passage of scripture and reflect on it with Jesus; recite the rosary
reflecting on the moments of His life; keep a spiritual journal; read a spiritual book (look for one with prayers,
quotes from saints or specifically for Holy Hours).
(Some of the above information is taken from The Catholic Update on Eucharistic Adoration; the Second Vatican Council’s Dogmatic Constitution on the Church Lumen Gentium and from The Catechism of the Catholic
Church.)
If you have questions regarding Adoration or would like to commit to a scheduled time as an adorer, please
contact Maura Byron at 949-709-5830 or at 5byrons@cox.net.
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Adult Catholics Growing in Faith
Letter from the Deacon
Solano Summer Nights
Solano Summer Nights is a new educational/communitybuilding project the parish is sponsoring.
Please join us for a potluck dinner and a talk on a topic of
interest on the following Thursday evenings:
July 28: Teaching Mass—Father Ted Olson
August 4: Faithful Citizenship—Greg Walgenbach, Diocese of Orange
August 11: What’s a Deacon?—Deacon Carl Swanson
The parish is providing and grilling hamburgers, turkey burgers, and hot dogs.
Attendees are asked to bring a potluck side to share.
Dinner begins at 6:30 PM. The talk will begin at approximately 7:15 PM.
Please plan to participate. The topics that will be presented are items of general
interest that parishioners have inquired about.
It is [Christ] whom we proclaim, admonishing everyone and
teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may
present everyone perfect in Christ.
— Colossians 1:28b
Friday Morning Bible Study
You're invited to join us Friday mornings from 9:15-11 AM
for Bible Study. All you need is a Bible, a notebook, and a
willing heart. We meet upstairs in the Parish Hall,
Room F. Please contact Kathy Pham, 949-858-9293 or
phamily02@cox.net
Catholic Men’s Fellowship
Catholic Men's Fellowship meets on the second and
fourth Tuesday evenings of each month. Dinner is at 6:30
PM and the program begins at 7 PM in the Parish Center.
The next meeting is Tuesday, July 26. It is an opportunity
for men to open their hearts and strengthen their faith and
friendships. Please consider visiting one of our upcoming
meetings. For more information, please contact
ChrisAOConnor84@gmail.com.
Evening Bible Study
Scripture plays a central role in our Catholic faith: the entire first half of Mass is the Liturgy of the Word,
with a homily applying the weekly scriptures to our lives. Yet, how many of us have actually read and
studied the Bible and know what’s in it?
San Francisco Solano’s evening Bible study group will begin its 2016 summer session with the Gospel of
Mark. Our mission is to discover the Bible systematically, verse-by-verse, Genesis through Revelation,
utilizing a combination of audio taught by renowned literary scholar, Dr. Bill Creasy.
Dr. Creasy has been called “a Catholic Bible teacher extraordinaire” and “the Garrison Keillor of Bible
study!” Check him out at logosbiblestudy.com. Come join us for coffee and dessert as we study the Bible.
Classes begin:
Monday, July 18 or Thursday,July 21
Recommended Bible:The Catholic Study Bible (Oxford Edition)
Location: San Francisco Solano Catholic Church (Classroom F)
2082 Antonio Pkwy,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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Time: 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Cost of Seminar: FREE---bring a dessert to share with the class.
For more information contact: Jackie Majewski at
(714)-713-6877 or information@sfsolano.org
Youth Faith Formation
Youth Faith Formation Program Information
Special Needs Youth- YFF also serves youth (children
and teens) with disabilities. Your child/teen must be
registered with Youth Faith Formation. Questions?
Contact Addie Traino at (949) 683-9009.
Youth Faith Formation Summer Hours
We will reopen for summer
July 5 –September 6
Monday- Wednesday 9 AM-5 PM
Closed for lunch 12 PM-1 PM
Baptism for youth ages 7 and older- If your child is in need
of Baptism, please come to the Youth Faith Formation
Center Monday through Wednesday for more information.
You can also email Martie Williams at dre@sfsolano.org
2016-2017 YOUTH FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION INFORMATION
YFF Program Days/Times:
Elementary (K-5): (Choose one session)
Monday: 4:00-5:15pm OR
Tuesday: 3:30pm-4:45pm or 5:00-6:15pm
Registration:
YFF Office, July 5-September 6
(M-W: 9 AM-5 PM; Closed for lunch:12 PM-1 PM)
Sunday, August 28th from 9 AM-2PM in the YFF Office
Classes fill quickly, so be sure not to miss the
first registration date.
Cost:
Kinder-12th Grade:
$100.00 for the first child, each additional child will receive a discount.
Middle School Youth Nights (Grades 6-8)
6th Grade: Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm
7-8th Grade: Tuesdays 6:30-8:00pm
What to bring:
Completed registration form and payment.
If you are registering a student for the first time, please
bring a copy of his/her baptismal certificate.
Youth Ministry (Grades 9-12):
Sundays 6-8pm & Wednesdays 6:30-8pm
Confirmation (Grades 9-12):
(Calendar available upon registration)
YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER WITHOUT IT.
The Youth Faith Formation office is now
open for registration.
Youth Group, Confirmation, and Young Adult Ministry
Youth Ministry
Youth Group - Join us after the Sunday 5
food, games, and fun.
PM
Confirmation
Confirmation Registration is open. More information can
be found in the Youth Faith Formation Office. Contact
Jenna Mish at youthministry@sfsolano.org for additional
information.
Mass for
Refuel – We are currently enjoying our summer
Wednesday night bonfire series! Each Wednesday night
we join neighboring parishes for the 5:30 PM Mass at St.
Edward the Confessor in Dana Point. Following Mass we
head down to Doheny State Beach for sports, bonfire, and
then worship and a message. The fun continues until
9 PM. Please email Jenna Mish for more information
regarding carpooling and a permission slip at
youthministry@sfsolano.org.
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Young Adult Ministry
Vision – All young adults ages 18-35 are welcome to join
us on August 2 and August 23 from 7:30 PM to 9 PM in the
Upper Room above the Parish Hall. Looking forward to
seeing you there! For more information contact Jenna
Mish at youthministry@sfsolano.org
Leaders Needed!
We are building our team! If you are on fire for our Lord
and have ever thought about leading teens closer to
Christ, please contact me for information about how you
can help in Youth Ministry and Confirmation. We
desperately need more people desiring to be servants for
our youth. Email Jenna Mish for more information at
youthministry@sfsolano.org.
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Fiesta De Solano
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Around the Diocese
Backyard Theology at St. Kilian Church
Join us on Tuesdays in July for Backyard Theology – a
potluck dinner followed by a speaker. Fr. Steve Sallot,
Vicar general/moderator for the curia in the Diocese of
Orange and former pastor at St. Edward’s Church will
speak this Tuesday, July 26. His topic is “From One
Corner of the Kitchen,” a view of our church of Orange
and the adventure of being part of it.
Wednesday, July 27, 6-9 PM
Join us Behind the Gates at Old Mission San Luis
Rey for an evening of sampling food, wine, beer and
spirits. Enjoy live music as you stroll through the private
gardens and participate in our fabulous silent auction and
raffle showcasing items from local businesses and
supporters.
Bring a salad, side dish, or dessert to share.
Hamburgers, turkey burgers and hot dogs are provided.
Gathering: 6 PM Dinner: 6:30 PM Speaker: 7:30-8:30 PM
ADDRESS: St. Kilian Church parish hall
26872 Estanciero
Mission Viejo
CONTACT: Nancy (949) 768-7575
Event Benefits Local Nonprofits
Ticket will be available at the door, online sales stop at
12 AM on July 27.
Old Mission San Luis Rey
4050 Mission Ave., Oceanside CA 92057
For more information or to purchase tickets, go to
https://mslrfeast.com/.
Tickets are $45 per person online or $55 at the gate.
Francis & the Buddha: A Dialogue of Discovery.
Evening lecture with Fr. Tom Herbst, ofm.
Thursday, Aug. 11, 7-9 PM.
The East and West meet to talk about peace. What do
these two men have in common: What are their
differences and do they separate us?
Imagine a meeting of St. Francis of Assisi and the
Buddha, perhaps in a forest clearing on a bright day in
early autumn. What might each have to say to the other:
Would there be laughter, some knowing nods, possible
one or two bemused “scratching of heads?”
Let us find out as we eavesdrop on two of the great
spiritual masters.
Fee per person: $20
Register online by clicking the "Register" button, or call
760-757-3659.
Fr. Tom Herbst, OFM has a BA in History, and a M.Div.
and a MA in Theology. He obtained a D.Phil. in Theology
from the University of Oxford in 2001. Fields of Interest:
Historical Theologies, Christian iconography, exegesis
with special reference to the Gospel of John, and
Systematic Theology with particular emphasis in
Christology and the Theology of Nature. He is also
interested in various fields of Franciscan Studies,
especially Franciscan Christology and the writings of
Francis and Clare.
For more information or to register, go to
https://www.sanluisrey.org/ or call 760-757-3659.
Senior Vacation Retreat: Love and Mercy.
August 8-12, or August 8-14.
Overnight and commuter options available.
This summer’s senior vacation is focused on Pope
Francis’ message of Mercy toward all people and all
creation. We seniors have a lived through good and bad
times; we survived the struggles to raise a family, live a
single life, and served others so they experience the love
and respect they deserve.
It is our life experiences that opens our senses to believe
in God’s unconditional Mercy. During our retreat we will
reflect on Mercy and its influence on how we perceive
the world around us. There will be:
• Presentations & field trips
• Museum tour & Lavanderia walk
• Sunset at the ocean & rest for our bodies
So many of our seniors had such a good time on this
retreat, they requested we extend the time stay by an
optional two (2) nights. Please note the different rates for
each of the choices below.
Retreat Leaders: Fr. Tom Herbst, ofm, Br. Mark
Schroeder, ofm, and Pat Julian, Director of Retreats/
Programs
Rates per person:
• August 8-12. Commuter $285, Shared Room
$290 Single Room $400
• August 8-14. Commuter $395, Shared Room
$400 Single Room $550
Scholarships Available
For more information or to register, go to
10 https://www.sanluisrey.org/ or call 760-757-3659.
Around the Diocese
Making Bereavement Ministry More Meaningful
The Office for Pastoral Care for Families in All Stages
and the Office of Worship with the sponsorship of
O’Connor Mortuary will be holding a bereavement
minister training. The goals for the training will be to:
• Revitalize one’s sense of spiritual care
• Discover the importance of being present
• Gain a renewed sense of the importance of the funeral
ritual
• Understand the role of community in bereavement and
how to include families in planning
• Review the new Guide to Catholic Funerals and Words
of Remembrance
Tuesday, August 9
6:30 pm-9:00 pm
St. Kilian Catholic Church
26872 Estanciero Drive
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Please RSVP by July 29 to Becky Lomaka at O’Connor
Mortuary by email at blomaka@oconnormortuary.com or
by phone at 949-581-4300.
Fireside Chats with Dementia Experts
Join us for a special fireside chat with dementia experts
Dr. Jane Mahakian, certified Geriatric Care Manager and
President of Aging Matters, Inc., and Vic Mazmanian,
Ministry Leader, Mind Heart Soul Ministry. This
interactive discussion will focus on the topics of aging,
dementia, and caring for those with memory impairments.
It will be held on Wednesday, August 10, from 10 AM to
12 NOON in the 4th Floor Theater of the Diocesan
Pastoral Center at Christ Cathedral, 13280 Chapman
Ave., Garden Grove. There is no cost for this event. We
welcome your RSVP online at http://bit.ly/28PQGXY or
by email to eramirez@rcbo.org or by phone at
(714) 282-6001.
Obria Medical Clinics invites
you to celebrate 35 years.
Generation Life! Featuring
Keynote speaker AbbyJohnson,
Former Planned Parenthood
leader turned Pro-Life Advocate & Kathleen Bravo, Obria
Founder & CEO.
Tuesday, July 26, doors open at 6:30 PM and the program
starts at 7 PM. The event will be hosted by Compass Bible
Church located at 140 Columbia Aliso Viejo, CA.
Natural Family Planning
(NFP). Learn NFP at
home and at your own
pace with the Home Study Course from NFP
International, www.nfpandmore.org. Includes Ecological
Breastfeeding (it really can space babies), a doublecheck system of fertility awareness, and Catholic
teaching that’s easy to understand. Work with a live
instructor by email. Completion certificate. Only $70.
Complimentary desserts & coffee will be provided. Free
will offerings at the event will benefit the patients served
and the babies saved by Obria Medical Clinics.
This is a FREE event!
Register on-line at: Obria.org/event/obrias-35thanniversary Questions? Call Stephanie at 949-273-5042.
BBQ & Backyard Theology
Santiago de Compostela Church, 21682 Lake Forest Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630 • 949-951-1128
TV and Online Mass for the Homebound
Do you know someone unable to get to church because
of illness, frailty, or other struggles? For the homebound,
My Sunday Mass on KDOC channel 56 at 9:00
AM provides spiritual comfort and hope. To see the
Mass online, visit www.MySundayMass.org. (For
Catholics who can get to church, TV or online Mass
does not meet the Sunday Mass obligation.)
Backyard Theology is an opportunity to hear relevant
topics discussed in a casual atmosphere. We have
outstanding speakers lined up for this annual series. It is
also an opportunity to build community, increase your
knowledge, and enjoy great food!
The potluck dinner is from 6 PM to 7 PM. Everyone is
asked to bring a salad, side dish, or desert. We supply
the hamburgers, hotdogs and refreshments.
The speaker starts at 7:30 PM in the parish hall.
Summer 2016
Monday, July 25 Speaker: Dr. John Yzaguerri, Ph.D
“Divine Alchemy: God’s Answer to Human Suffering!”
Monday, August 1 Speaker: Fr. Richard Benson, C.M.
“Sin and Mercy; The Catholic Understanding!”
FREE WILL DONATIONS ACCEPTED
Questions: Please call Kay Kenson at 949-874-2151 or
email kaykenson@gmail.com.
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Come "School Your Conscience" this summer at
our final presentation of our Summer Study Series for
Adults, Thursday, July 28, from 6:30-8:15 PM in the
parish center at Our Lady Queen of Angels in Newport
Beach. Join us as we study together our US Bishop's
guidance and reflections on Forming Our Consciences.
Let's grow in faith together as a community. Please let us
know if you would like to join us so we can order enough
books.
Contact Lisa Nollette, nlollette@olqa.org or 949-2191410. Or download the book at http://www.usccb.org/
issues-and-action/faithful-citizenship/formingconsciences-for-faithful-citizenship-title.cfm