Ministry in Community - St. Anastasia Catholic Church

St. Anastasia Catholic Church
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 23rd, 2012
7390 W. Manchester Avenue,
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Phone: 310-670-2243 ♦ Fax: 310-670-5052
Website: www.st-anastasia.org
E-mail: parish@st-anastasia.org
Parish established in 1953 in honor of
James Francis Cardinal McIntyre
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
Fourth Sunday of Advent: The Gospel today tells of the Virgin Mary, pregnant herself,
hurrying off to help her cousin Elizabeth. The model of good stewardship, she who had given herself to
bear the Savior gave her time and love to others as well.
Dear parishioners,
"Glory to God in the highest"
In this year of faith, the song of the angels can perhaps open a new door of
perspective for us. While the Birth in Bethlehem was seemingly not all that
extraordinary, it was the message of the Angels that awakened in the shepherds a desire to
"go and see", to "find out" , to "ponder the mystery". It was the overwhelmingly joyful
announcement that stirred their hearts and minds.
To grow as a people of faith, we must be centered always on the announcement, on the
message. In examining more closely the word, our faith is inspired, it awakens, it sees
things anew and differently, it brings a change in perspective. Our faith becomes
perfected.
It is precisely in such an endeavor that we are caught up in the glory of God and encounter
the grace of salvation. It leaves us no choice but to take up the mission of proclaiming the
message in an everyday change of heart because God loves us with an infinite love.
The message of Bethlehem is the message of faith! Merry Christmas!
Your priests,
Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales, Father Tom King,
Msgr. Royale Vadakin, P.A., Msgr. Gregory Cox
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER … For those who are ill,
and those in need of our prayers … Please let us
know about the condition of those for whom we pray.
We’ll keep/remove their name(s) as requested, after
the first few weeks.
Msgr. Gonzales
Danny Welchhance
Alfredo Casillas
Diana Guerra
Jessica Schaffhausen
Brenda Rooney
Vicki Garcia
Barbara DeVico
Juan J. Morales
Juan J. Morales, Jr.
Johann Hudson
Lysa Dennehy
Lorraine Crothers
Agnes Mocsny
Gerry Oakley
Maggie Kohly
Carla Roberts
Peter Heredia
Jack Muñoz
Michael Jones
Fran Wilkerson
John Swanson
George Rader
Roy Sheraden
Sam Solter
Larry Lovett
Ursula Lovett
Jorden Aponte
Tom Tyrrell
Shareen Hakim
Maxine & Stuart
Liebman
Matthew Salvo
Sherry Stevens
Bernice Cubie
George Galip
Ethel Curry
Kim Calimlim
Mary Witteman
Jose Gutierrez
Ed Kwinn
Benita Bicarme
Lucille Burk Delgado
Randy Huartson
Martha Keglevich
Jody Bruno
Cathy Lee
Bertha Marcinkus
Jeanne Ahern
Derek Comes
Luanne Sinski
Peggy Keelaghan
Helen Grisby
Steven Appleldorn
Pauline Runyan
Thomas Gavelda
Sgt. Shawn Dorton
Catherine Fleming
Silvana Shinsato
Nicole Shinsato
Delphine Gonzalez
Bob Sapien
Brittany Gunnell
Bruce Randall
Angelo Aparicio
Jocelyn Cotlon
Michelle Anaya
Julietta Anaya
Jude Keith Hebert
Lisa Carfano
Cathy Lee
Harold Washington Jr
Tim Mueller
Vicky Duvon
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
7:30 AM VINCE CARSILLO
9:00 AM THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA ♦
10:30 AM JOE HARRIS 
12:00 PM DORATA DOMANTAY 
7:30 PM MSGR. GONZALES ♦
MON., 12/24 6:30 AM ELEANOR AND LEO ONGAPIN 
8:00 AM LEOPOLDO & JOSEPHINE PEREA 
CHRISTMAS EVE
4:00 PM CHILDREN’S MASS-PRIESTS’
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INTENTIONS
5:30 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
12:00 AM MIDNIGHT MASS—PRIESTS’
INTENTIONS
CHRISTMAS DAY
TUE., 12/25 7:30 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
9:00 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
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10:30 AM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
12:00 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
7:30 PM PRIESTS’ INTENTIONS
SUN, 12/23
WED., 12/26
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
THURS., 12/27 6:30 AM
8:00 AM
FRI., 12/28
6:30 AM.
8:00 AM.
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SAT., 12/29
8:00 AM.
5:30 PM.
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LOUIS GARCIA 
VICTOR PAGDANGANAN 
MARK DIETRICH 
JOHN J. O’CONNOR JR. 
REV. JOSEPH GAMM 
CHARLES BLOMER
AUGUSTO CAMACHO 
LISA CARFANO ♦
Birthday  — Anniversary ♥ — Memorial  — Support ♦
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
Reflection on Today’s Readings:
Focus: The New Covenant lives on in us. Mary responded yes to the request of God to bear His Son. Jesus responded
yes to the will of the Father and gave His life for the sake of humankind. We, too, are invited to be part of the New
Covenant that Jesus established. We say yes when we act out of love toward those around us and reach out to those in
need throughout the world.
Liturgy of the Word: The prophet Micah declares that a new leader for Israel will come from Bethlehem and will rule
in the name of the Lord. In the Gospel, Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, names Mary the mother of the Lord. In
Hebrews, we hear that Jesus, by His obedience to God the Father, is the one sacrifice of the New Covenant that
sanctifies us.
Next Week - Celebrating Our Faith
Sat. Dec. 29th & Sun., Dec. 30th, 2012 - Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph
Celebrants:
Msgr. Vadakin
Msgr. Vadakin
Fr. Tom
Fr. Tom
Msgr. Cox
Msgr. Cox
Masses:
Sat:
5:30 pm.
Sun: 7:30 am.
Sun: 9:00 am.
Sun: 10:30 am.
Sun: 12:00 Noon
Sun: 7:30 pm.
The Family Visitation Ministry
Offers spiritual support to those in need.
Please call Sr. Teresita at 310-216-2001, or
call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
Traveling Holy Family - Family 1
Libby DuBay
12/23/12
Melinda & Mark Hage
12/30/12
Traveling Holy Family - Family 2
Chris & Jennifer Kaczor
12/23/12
Ana & Anselmo Guardado
12/30/12
Join Us for a Marriage Enrichment Program
for Couples Married 0-5 Years
Fridays of: Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 22, Apr 26,
May 31, June 28
St. Basil’s Catholic Church
3611 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, 90005
7:00 – 10:00
To register contact Candy Metoyer, Office of Family Life,
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
at:cmetoyer@la-archdiocese.org or call: 213.637.7250
Cell: 310.990.3917
Cell: 310.614.5626
319 1/2 W. Arbor Vitae St.,
Inglewood, CA 90301
Libreria Catolica
(Catholic Book Store)
Caminando con Jesus
(Walking with Jesus)
Gift Shop
Adriana & Denise
We encourage all to read and reflect on the Biblical
passages that will be proclaimed at all Masses next
Sunday:
Reading 1:
Reading 2:
Gospel:
Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 Col 3:12-21
Lk 2:41-52
SATURDAY CONFESSIONS:
3:30 - 5 pm & 7:30 - 8 pm
** Msgr. Vadakin **
To Receive Holy Communion,
(For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound)
Please call Gloria Bowen, 310-670-5971, Eucharistic
Minister to the sick. To have the name(s) included in our
prayers, please call the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A
PRIEST? Visit: www.lavocations.org
O Come, Long Foretold
O come, Desired of nations,
Whom priest and prophet long foretold
Will break the captive fetters,
Redeem the long-lost fold.
Dear Savior, haste; come, come to earth,
Dispel the night and show your face,
And bid us hail the dawn of grace.
[- Simon J. Pellegrin (1663-1745),
Tr. by Mary of St. Philip (1825-1904)]
St. Bernard High School Open House and more…
Financial Aid:
Information night, Wed., Jan. 9, 2013
Open House:
For parents and students, Sat., Jan. 26,
2012 from 1 to 4 pm.
Placement Tests:
Given at SBHS, on Sat., Jan. 26, and
Sat., Feb. 9, 2013.
For information and questions,
Please call 310-823-4651 or visit:
www.stbernardhs.com.
Ministry in Community …
3 Ways to Celebrate Mass More Fully
Central to our Catholic faith is the liturgy - the Mass and sacraments. It is here that we are formed in the Christian
life. Throughout this Year of Faith, participating fully at Mass helps us grow in faith and nourishes a strong belief in
God.
Arrive at Mass a few minutes early and spend time in silent prayer, opening your heart to God.
 Christ is really and truly present in several aspects of the Mass. He is present in the Presider, in the Word that is
read from the Sacred Scriptures, and in the community gathered as Christ’s body. He is present most fully in the Holy
Eucharist. Really greet Jesus in all aspects of Mass.
 Sit in a different section of the Church each week and notice how this gives you a unique perspective of the Mass.
Greet the new faces around you. If a family with young children is sitting near you, welcome and praise them for
their presence. 
Safety tips for parents traveling with
children - Traveling with kids during the
holidays can be a challenge, especially with the
added worry of safety thrown into the mix. Here
are some suggestions parents can use to help
ensure their children’s safety while traveling:
1. Prior to leaving on your holiday, remind children about
your family safety procedures for dealing with strangers
and what to do if they get lost.
2. Keep a recent photo of children handy, also a
photocopy of passports kept in a safe place or with a
relative that can fax it to you in case of loss.
3. If you label children’s clothing, make sure the label is
inside so strangers are not able to learn child’s name.
For particular help, you may call Assistance Ministry at
(213) 637-7650.
FACT OF LIFE
100 Newborns Saved By Safe Surrender Program
Families, firefighters and hospital staff joined Los Angeles
County Supervisor Don Knabe at Grand Park [November 27]
for a ceremonial candle lighting to honor the 100 newborns
who were given a chance at a happy and healthy life thanks to
the Safe Surrender program. “In 2001, the Safe Surrender
program began in Los Angeles County. Eleven years later, I am
so proud that 100 infants have been saved and new families
have been created,” said Supervisor Knabe. “While it is
difficult to ‘celebrate’ a baby being given up, when we consider
what the alternative could have been, we recognize the
courage it took for a mother, who found herself in a desperate
situation, to make a better choice for her child.” . . . “This
year alone, 11 newborns have been given a second chance at
life and hope for a bright future because of the Safe Surrender
program,” said Supervisor Knabe. “As word spreads about the
program, mothers in desperate situations can make the right
choice for their babies because of Safe Surrender.” . . .
Established in 2001, the Safe Surrender program allows a
parent or legal guardian to confidentially hand over an infant,
three days old or younger, to any hospital emergency room,
fire station or other designated Safe Surrender site, as long as
the baby has not been abused or neglected. As of November
28, 100 newborns have been safely surrendered.
Source: Don Knabe, Supervisor Los Angeles County
L.A. County Safe Surrender Program: www.babysafela.org
Christmas Mass Schedule:
Monday, Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve
4 pm - Children’s Mass
5:30 pm. - Vigil Mass
Midnight Mass at 12

Tuesday, Dec. 25th, Christmas Day
(Regular Sunday Mass Schedule)
7:30, 9 & 10:30 am, 12 NN and 7:30 pm.
Advent Wreath Lighting and Reflection:
The Season of Advent is soon upon us. Advent is the
season of waiting for Jesus’ coming. During this season
we focus on being ready to receive Christ.
Sat., 12/22 - 5:30 pm. Roges Family
Sun., 12/23- 7:30 am - The Kozlowski’s
9:00 am - Galanti Family
10:30 am - Ronay Family
12:00 NN - Robertson Family
The Christmas flower envelopes are in the
Vestibule and by the doors. Your flower contributions help
to defray the cost of decorating our church for Christmas.
Make this donation in memory of a loved one, or for a
particular intention. Drop them in the collection basket or at the
Rectory.
Ministry Equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…
Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 23rd, 2012
Blessed are you among women,
and blessed is the fruit of your womb.
- Luke 1:42
ATTENTION All Poets, Grades K - 8: St.
A’s is, once again, holding a poetry contest for all
students in the parish, grades K thru 8. You don’t
need to be a student at this school to enter. The
theme is Our Amazing World and the entry
deadline is January 31, 2012. There are cash prizes! Please
take a flyer as you leave the Church if you are interested.
For more information, contact Laura Bess at
bess2@sbcglobal.net.
2013 Calendars are available
in the Vestibule.
Please take one per family!
Living Faith for Kids
Rouse your power,
And come to save us.
Psalm 80:3
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Without power, a savior could not do much help. And
we need help. We need help to deal with sin and the
fear and shame that comes with it. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can help us overcome those things and
become the people God wants to be.
Do you want that help? Advent is a good time to see
how much we need a savior and how much we want
help.
Parish Ball and Silent Auction
The
will be
held on March 9, 2013 at the Westin Hotel
LAX in Los Angeles.
We are asking our Parish members, neighboring businesses and families to support St. A’s
Catholic School by donating an item or service
to the Silent Auction or by becoming an Event
Sponsor. If you would like to donate to our
fundraising event, please contact Jackie
Aguilera at jackie.aguilera@bingham.com or
310.772.9549. This is a great way for local
businesses, neighbors and friends to market
their services to our community families while
contributing to St. Anastasia Catholic School - a worthy cause. No contribution is too small!
REMINDERS !
♦ The Rectory Office will be closed Mon.,
Dec. 24th and Tue., Dec. 25th. Will resume
Wed., Dec. 26th!
♦ Next, Sunday, Dec. 30th, the monthly
Wedding Anniversary Blessing will take place after the
12 Noon Mass. All couples married during the month
of December are welcome!
♦ Tuesday, January 1st there will be one Mass at
9:00 a.m. This is not a Holy Day of Obligation
¨Monday, January 31st and Tuesday January 1st
the Rectory office will be closed.
♦ Sunday, January 6th, Epiphany
For more information on any of these events and
activities, please call 310.670.2243
Come, Lord Jesus; come, and set us free.
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Micah 5:1-4 * Psalm 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19
Hebrews 10:5-10 * Luke 1:39-45
A non smoking woman of the St. Anastasia Prayer
Group is looking for a room to rent ASAP.
Please call Eileen @ 310 425 6216
St. Anastasia Catholic Church
7390 W. Manchester Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-670-2243 Office
310-670-5052 Fax
Website: www.St-Anastasia.org
Email: parish@st-anastasia.org
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
MASSES WEEKDAYS
Mon-Fri:
6:30AM & 8:00AM
First Friday: 6:30AM, 8AM,
11AM (School in session)
Saturday: 8:00AM
WEEKENDS
Saturday (Vigil): 5:30PM
Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 10:30AM, 12 & 7:30PM
HOLY DAYS
Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30PM
Holy Day: 6:30AM, 8:00AM, 11AM (during
the School year) & 7:00PM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:
Saturday: 3:30PM-5:00PM & 7:30-8:00PM
DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena,
Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the
8AM Mass.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of
the month from 8:30AM- 9:30AM
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the
Sick is celebrated upon request of family

BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are
required to participate in preparation program.
Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243 or
Fred & Esmeralda Balsz @ 679-9119.
MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the
Rectory no later that 6 months before their
proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office
310-670-2243.
R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory.
Funerals: Contact the Pastor by calling the
Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Ministers of the Eucharist
Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971
Jan & Herb Masi... .............. 641-2819
Ministers of the Word .........
Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238
Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers)
Evelio Leon .......... .............. 670-1298
Pat Hendon .......... .............. 337-9191
Courtyard Hospitality
Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001
Altar Care
Dolores Saenz ..... .............. 337-7213
Altar Servers
Ed Charette .......... .............. 823-3118
Liturgy Committee
Richard Arias ....... .............. 641-4194
PASTORAL TEAM
PASTOR
Msgr. Gabriel Gonzales
Priest in Residence
Msgr. Gregory A. Cox
Pastors Emeriti
Rev. Thomas F. King
Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A.
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor
Sacramental Recorder
Aleida Rodriguez
Director of Religious Education
Jonette Mauch
Confirmation Coordinator
Catrina Grove-Reyes
Director of Adult Faith Formation
and Stewardship
Director of Music Ministry
Greg Koppenhaver
School Principal
Michael Muir
School Office Manager, Bookkeeper
Louise Lance
Office Assistant
Linda Schmidt
Consultative School Board
Karl Altergott
PTO-Parent Teacher Organization
Betsy Sichi
ADESTE (After School Program)
Elizabeth Soriano
Maintenance
Javier Antunes
St. Anastasia Catholic School
8631 S. Stanmoor Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-645-8816 Office
Website: school.St-Anastasia.org
Email: school@st-anastasia.org
PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES
Bereavement …………….....670-2243
Young Adult Ministry
Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891
Prayer Group—English
Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105
Rosary Ministry
Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175
Ben Oakley………………….670-2771
Social Justice
Elizabeth O’Neill……….213-595-1533
Respect Life
Jim & Nancy Taylor ............. 645-7671
Safe Guard the Children
Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243
Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243
St. Joseph Center.
Jayne Cram ........................... 645-1140
Homeless Weekend Program/
St. Robert’s Center
Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417
Holy Helpers
Tiffany Warner………………422-8619
Will Haas……………….818.419-5817
St. Margaret’s Center
Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208
Catholic Charities
Cindy Begazo ...................... 306-9390
Adopt-A-Family
Rose and Matt Fissinger ..... 645-8285
Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive
Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285
Nurses Ministry
Nancy Reilly .........…….424-228-4767
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
Pen
Pal Project - Prison Ministry
RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults;
............. ...............……….. .670-2243
and SRE (Sunday School)
………………. jeanne@pieper.com
Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243
Ministry for Married Couples
Confirmation
Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243
Catrina Grove-Reyes ........... 670-2243
Women’s Faith Sharing
Infant Baptism
Susan Senia ..........………….670-2243
Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119
Men’s Spirituality
Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009
Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
Men’s Morning Hour
Parish Finance Council
………..670-2243
Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206
MOMS Ministry
Pastor Advisory Council
Jayne Cram………………….645-1140
………………………………..670-2243
Natural Family Planning
Site Committee
Phyllis Jones………………...670-3505
Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534
Men’s Club
Bible Study
Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646
Susan Senia ........................ 822-6511
Knights of Columbus
Social Ministry
Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488
Arts and Education
Family Visitation Ministry
Jayne Cram .......... .............. 645-1140
Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001
Stewardship ………......…….670-2243