May 28, 2017SoleMnity of the aScenSion of the lord

624 15th Street , Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 | 310-545-5651 | www.AmericanMartyrs .org

Weekend Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5pm | Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm Weekday Mass: Mon/Wed/Fri: 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm | Tues/Thurs: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm | Sat: 8am

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

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

Lindsey Acquistapace • Natasha Anders • Abigail Anderson • Angelina Anderson • James Anderson • Rebecca Angiolini • Dylan Aubert • Jack Austin • • Grace Barnhill • Alexander Blake• Alexander Blanco • Katherine Boyle • William Campbell • Chiara Cebello • Nicholas Cerofeci • James Chittenden • John Cobb IV Tanner Condon • Kendall Cooney • Gabriel Danaj • Elizabeth Davis • Olivia Devereux • Matthew DeVico • Kennedy Dierks • Gabrielle Dinsdale • Declan Dooley • • Ryan Dougher • Jake Douglas • Jared Drews • Hailey Dumont • Blake Emerson • Quinn Emerson • Christian Evans • Charles Frey • Sarah Fry Joshua Fuerstinger • Evelyn Gallagher • Sydney Garmoe • Jack Gebele • Grace Gervais • Isabella Giaquinta • Memphis Glasgow • Troy Gleason • Natalia Gonzales • Hayley Gordon • Anna Graves • Rachel Graves • Taryn Gurbach • Tucker Hale • Elysia Hall • Sarah Hayes • Alexa Hodzic • Jessie Hoffsmith • Parker Honey Henry Humbarger • Nicole Javellana • James Johnson • Ellis Kahn • Isabel Kampfner • Caitlynn Keenan • Dylan Koffman • Edwin Kofler • Valena Kofler • • Emily Koncki • Sebastian Kuhr • Joseph Kula • Alex Kulin • Carlee Launsbach • Colin Le • Kendall Lebbin • Cristina LeVine • Colin Livingston • Eric Lopez Anthony Lucenti • Michael Lynch • Alexandra Maggiacomo • Robert Mahan III • Mason Mallory • Vance Mallory • Kyle Manson • Nicole Marasco • Dylan Marschall • Kacy McGonegle • Matthew McGonigle • Connor Michel • Justin Mika • Eden Millan • Robert Millea • Emma Moore • Gregory Moore • Charlotte Morris • William Murray • Cordelia Nguyen • Joseph Olivas • Christian Olsen • Richard Oswald • Cristian Panaro • William Parducci • Sydney Pell • Isabelle Pirsztuk • Emily Pringle • Samantha Rafanello • Matthew Ramos • Carter Revell • Anthony Reznik • Nai'a Richeson-Yandall • Lucy Rigler • Garret Roth • Samantha Ruhl Erich Schroeder • Audrey Scott • Rochelle Scott • Garret Sekits • Jennifer Siao • Ethan Stauber • Matthew Stauber • Alyssa Thue • James Truman • • Thomas Undurraga • Isabelle Valentino • Tia Valentino • Christopher Vazquez • Bryce Verket • Pilar Wafer • Justin Wallender • James Walsh • Philip Wandel Katherine Wehrly • Maggie Weller • Benjamin Wilberding • Alek Wilson • Michael Yasuda • Monet Yazbeck • Malia Yuhl • Timothy Zimmer

aMerican MartyrS confirMation 2017

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In MeMorIaM

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

Pray for the SIck Please pray for the sick in our community that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Ruth Chessey Bob GuldeLois Smith Sharron SchafferMeghan Nash Kathryn HernandezCheryl Schlicht Jacob CondePaul Schaffer Jack RadvilleMaria Babick Larson Kathy O'MaraJohn Houff Robert SemmerFrank Nicksic Regina Ferguson

SacraMental InforMatIon

Baptism for Infants - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pm

Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for appointment. Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Next class is Sunday, June 11.

Adult Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist (RCIA)Deacon Derek & Terri Brown, R C I A @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gRite of Christian Initiation for Adults welcomes and prepares adults for full participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Classes begin in September.

Marriage - Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

Anointing of the Sick - Celebrated at various times throughout the year. Call the Rectory anytime in case of serious illness.

Mass Intentions - Request in person at the Parish Offices.

Prayers for the Sick and Deceased - Contact the Rectorywith the names of family members who are ill or deceased.

Funeral PlanningContact the Rectory to arrange Funeral or Memorial Services.

Bereavement SupportDeacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea c a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg | y a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg

Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. CPT Maureen Bannon - U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Capt Evan Bernstein - U.S.M.C. Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard CDR Mike McIlroy Mullen - U.S. Navy Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy

arMed forceSWe pray for those serving overseas in our Armed Forces, especially:

ParISh facIlItIeS

RECTORY 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9703 Mailing Address: PO Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639

PARISH OFFICE Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm | Sunday, 8:30am-11:30am 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9702 Temporary Parish Offices are on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House.

SS. BRIGID/BRENDAN (closed for remodel)

O'DONNELL HALL (enter from O'Donnell parking lot, south east side of the building)

ST. KATERI ROOM (enter from Deegan Place)

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 in O'Donnell or school lots and enter from schoolyard.

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

We welcome you to American Martyrs Catholic Community

daIly PrayerS of the church

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL Mon-Fri, 7:00am-8:00pm Saturday, 7:00am-5:00pm Sunday, 1:00pm-5:00pm Closed during regular Sunday Masses. ContaCt: AdorationChapel@AmericanMartyrs.org

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

MORNING PRAYER: Tuesday, following the 6:30am Mass

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

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

RESERVING A PARISH FACILITY To reserve a facility or arrange for a table at the weekend Masses, email your request to f a c i l i t i e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g. Include the date, time, # of people attending, purpose of the event, and a contact name, phone and email. We will make every effort to reserve a space that will accommodate your needs. Church and Sacraments have priority for use of our facilities. We do not use our facilities for private parties.

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Congratulations: Peter Calabrese and Jennifer Purpero

First Banns: Jairo Gomez and Rebecca Corona

next Weekend'S MaSS celebrantS

Sat 5:00PM: Msgr. John BarrySun 7:00aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer

8:00aM: Fr. Rick Prindle9:30aM: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream)

11:30aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer5:00PM: Fr. Rick Prindle

This schedule is subject to change.

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thIS Week

Monday, May 29PARISH OFFICES CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY7:00pm HFH Al-Anon Meeting

TUESDAY, May 305:30am PH Men’s AA Meeting9:15am SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Group3:30pm PH Legion of Mary6:00pm HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pm SK National Charity League7:00pm SCH Women's AA Meeting7:30pm SHH Al-Anon Meeting7:30pm SpC Contemplative Prayer

WEDNESDAY, May 3110:00am PH Weekly Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe1:00pm SK Career BridgeBuilders "Resume Development Workshop"7:30pm SK RCIA7:30pm SpC Sunday's Readings in Context

THURSDAY, June 15:30am PH Men’s AA Meeting3:15pm SKMR AM Children’s Choir

FRIDAY, June 211:15am SpC Silent Meditation3:00pm SpC Matthew 25 Saturday's Blessings3:30pm SCH Irish Dance Class

SATURDAY, June 310:00am HFH AA Women's Meeting7:30pm SCH AA Meeting

SUNDAY, June 47:45am ODH Pancake Breakfast8:00am ODH AMS Used Uniform Sale9:30am SK Children's Liturgy1:30pm PH Alzheimer's Support Group

next Weekend

calendar, MaSS IntentIonS & readIngS

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

MaSS IntentIonS and readIngS for the Week MONDAY, May 29 Readings: Acts 19:1-8; Ps 68:2-3ab, 4-5acd, 6-7ab; Jn 16:29-33 8:00 President John F. Kennedy † (Chuck Fuentes)

TUESDAY, May 30 Readings: Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68; 10-11, 20-21; Jn 17:1-11a 6:30 Fr. Joe Kammerer 8:00 Matea V. Ramirez † (Carmelo & Elizabeth Quilang) 12:10 Eleanor Hatton † (Padden Family) 5:00 Martin Cabal, Ida Mhay Ramos & Tanya Dale ParedesWEDNESDAY, May 31 - The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin MaryReadings: Zep 3:14-18a or Rom 12:9-16; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; Lk 1:39-56 8:00 Denise Graham (Kammerer Family) 12:10 Angela Gurrola † (Libby Gurrola) 5:00 Shellie Schmitt † (Pat & Patsy Murray) THURSDAY, June 1 - St. JustinReadings: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Ps 16:1-2a and 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11; Jn 17:20-26

6:30 Alexander Domnikov † (Victor Domnikov) 8:00 Judy Asseo † (Cathy Lugo) 12:10 Patrick Pham † (Jennifer Pham) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, June 2 - St. Marcellinus and Peter Readings: Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20ab; Jn 21:15-19 8:00 Sandy Giacomini (Kammerer Family) 12:10 Louise Kovacic † (Anne & Tom Smet) 5:00 David Edward Gaines † (The Kahn Family)SATURDAY, June 3 - St. Charles Lwanga and CompanionsReadings: Morning: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11:4, 5 and 7; Jn 21:20-25 Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104:1-2, 24, 35, 27-28, 29, 30; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 or Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9; Ps 33:10-11, 12-13, 14-15; Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b; Ez 37:1-14; Jl 3:1-5; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 8:00 Jenny Roderick (Quilliam Family) 5:00 Dr. Anthony P. Raia † (Davidson, Galins, Raia Family)SUNDAY, June 4 - Pentecost Sunday Readings: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23 7:00 Jim Buescher † (Bobbi Buescher) 8:00 Virginia Kelly † (Tom Kelly) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Kevin Le Nguyen † (Tracy Le & Family) 5:00 Alfred R. Iside † (Diana Sorensen)

Parish Offices clOsed Parish offices will be closed Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.There will be an 8:00am Mass only on Monday.

FACILItIES:BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church ∙ ChP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall ∙ ODK-O’Donnell Kitchen 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

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.

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$crip $ense The office is closed today & tomorrow for Memorial Day

Thinking about summer travel? aiRlines: AMERICAn 6%, DELtA 4% , and SOutHwESt 4% HOTELS: HYAtt HOtELS 9% and HILtOn 2% CRUISE LINES: CARnIvAL, CELEbRItY and PRInCESS, 6-8% EVERYTHING DISNEY: Parks, cruises and hotels, 2%And new to the program is UBER at 3% - a great gift!Scrip Sales Hours:

Weekdays, 8:00aM - 4:00pM (Fridays til 1:00pm) Sunday, 8:30aM - 11:30aM

special oRdeRs oR otHeR info: Contact the Scrip office at 424-327-9608 | S c r i p D e s k @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord. Ps 47

Sunday, June 18 iS Father'S day

Give your father the gift of Prayer!

Consider giving a Father's Day card that offers the gift of a Novena of Masses,

beginning on Father's Day and continuing for nine days.

Cards are available in the vestibule of the church and at the Parish Center.

The confirming of 135 teens does not happen without the support of a wonderful group of volunteers who are dedicated to the forming of our teens in their faith! Thank you, thank you to the SEALED. 1 and SEALED. 2 Core Members, our substitute leaders and many others who have been with these teens on their journey to Confirmation.

Danny Olivas † Derek Stevens † Kathleen Stevens † Neal Davenport † Marissa Moniz † Kathy Bond Rachel Brown † Eric Schwan † Linda Lynch † Matt Conway † Janice D’Amico † Avito Moniz † Grace Moniz

Ellen Harrington † Deacon Dick † Sean Harrington † Chris Alario † Joe Flanagan † Linda FlanaganJim Kaltsas † Chris Brown † Peggy Grant † Eddie Porr † Lisa Porr † Monika Whiteley † Beverly Gunter CJ Zanotti † Bob Anderson † Diane Sylvia † Jeff Lee † Mike Wilk † Marissa Chavez † Nick Waggoner

With much gratitude -- Monica Leon, Director of Youth Ministry

"Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit . " "Amen."

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The next Monday MornIng StarterS is Monday, June 12, 9:00-10:30aM,

in the Holy Family HouseJob Seekers - join this career networking group and rev up the energy on your search.contact: Andrea Connolly, CareerBridgeBuilders@AmericanMar tyrs.orgor check out our group on LinkedIn.

a.M.c. SenIorS Join us for the Seniors Brunch TODAY, Sunday, May 28 at 1:00pm at Matisse Restaurant (inside of the Ayres Hotel, 14400 Hindry Ave. & Rosecrans Ave. Hawthorne.) Please RSVP below.MinistRy contact: Dee, 424-257-8719 Thelma, 310-321-1690

the lIghthouSe (fka cIrcle of frIendS) We invite you to join us on Friday, June 9, at 7:00pm in the Holy Family House. We follow the Faith and Light guidelines of each month, gathering to pray, sing, do crafts, play games and share a meal as we weave community with other families and friends of people with intellectual disabilities.All are welcome to join us and share in friendship and joy. For more information on Faith and Light, please go to f a i t h a n d l i g h t . o r g . Thank you for supporting our ministry.Questions? Contact Regina Dell'Oro, g o l d c r o m s @ g m a i l . c o m

MOther's Outreach Ministry Lunch Preparation for St. Lawrence of BrindisiJoin Mother’s Outreach Ministry on Tuesday, June 6 at 12:00 noon in O’Donnell Hall as we prepare lunches for our sister parish, St. Lawrence of Brindisi. In under an hour we make enough sandwiches for 75 people and have fun doing it! Children are welcome to join in on the process. contact: Jaqueline Steib, a d a j a q u e l i n e @ a o l . c o m

coffee & donutS In o'donnell hall KnIgHtS OF COLuMbuS will serve Coffee & Donuts after the 7am, 8am, and 9:30am Masses.

NEXT WEEK: PAnCAKE bREAKFASt MInIStRY is serving pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee in O’Donnell Hall after the 7:00, 8:00, and 9:30am Masses.

altar SocIety Please join us on Thursday, June 8, in St. Kateri for the last general meeting of the year. We'll begin with 8:00am Mass (Altar Society is the intention of the Mass). St. Kateri doors will open at 8:30am for a continental breakfast, and then we'll wrap up the year with our meeting at about 9:00 am.There is no speaker for this meeting; we will talk about this year's events, and what better ways we can do things. We certainly welcome your input about whatever you'd like and we are open to any new ideas or changes - whatever makes our Altar Society bigger and better.Please come, and bring a friend, or someone whom you think might like to join us - young, older, or in between. We are a welcoming ministry, and you just might find some new friends.MinistRy contact: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016

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SenIor felloWShIP grouP Our last gathering before summer break is Tuesday, June 6, in St. Kateri at 11:30am for a Potluck Lunch. Please bring a dish to feed 6-8 people. Before the gathering, at 8:45am in the O’Donnell kitchen, we will make sandwiches for St. Lawrence. Diane Dumond, 310-376-3599, and Ann Jund are in charge of sandwiches.Come join us; we love to see new faces and make new friends.Questions? Judy Parnin, 310-374-9804

Media Tr ibuTe

American Martyrs Church is happy to celebrate Father’s Day with a media tribute to the dads of the parish at the Sunday Masses on Father's Day weekend.

Please read these guidelines for your “Dad in action” photos: close ups w/dad + kids in frame; well-lit faces; no group shots; minimum resolution of 800x600 mandatory. There is no guarantee that all images submitted will be used. Submission deadline is Friday, June 9. Submit photos online at A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g. Click the "Father's Day" link to send.

uPcoMIng WorkShoPS - career brIdgebuIlderS

• Resume Development WoRkshop - Grace Moniz Wednesday, May 31, 1:00–3:30pm, St. KateriIn a competitive job market, learn how to develop a compelling resume that showcases the essence of you and how to set yourself apart from the competition.

foR MoRe infoRMation: Andrea Connolly, c a re e r b r i d g e b u i l d e r s @ Am e r i c a n M a r t y r s. o rg or check out our group on LinkedIn

CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLING FAMILIESHolistic Homeschool Network is a Catholic based group that meets on Fridays for faith enrichment and fellowship.1st Friday - Adoration & sandwiches for the homeless 2nd Friday - Stations of the Cross and park 3rd Friday - Cooking class for ages 5-11 4th Friday - Works of MercyWe also meet for park days, field trips and mom's night out. We are at all levels/styles of homeschooling and all ages. MoRe info? Contact Gigi (AMC parishioner) 310-528-9024

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If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs, contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

alzheIMer'S caregIver SuPPort grouP - Sunday, June 4, 1:30pmWe are a Support Group for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory disorders. Bring questions, share feelings, learn from others who have gone through the experience, exchange information, and problem solve together.We meet in the Parish House, 1:30-3:00pM, on the first Sunday of each month. There is no charge to participate.Questions? Contact Deacon Dick Williams, 310-545-8244

care noteS can helP you coPe Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently, including:Loving Someone with Mental Illness When a Death Comes UnexpectedlyPlease deposit donations in the Poor Box.

StePhen MInIStry Deacon Dick & Patti Williams, 310-545-8244

And behold, I am with you always! We’re supposed to celebrate Easter as a season of joy. But joy can be hard to find when our life is in a turmoil. When we’re experiencing a financial crisis, a family crisis, a job crisis, a faith crisis, or any crisis at all, we need someone to help us get to a place where we can feel the love that Jesus has for each and every one of us.A Stephen Minister can be your confidential partner when times are tough. If you need someone to talk to, leave a message on our Stephen Ministry confidential phone line at 310-545-8244. Deacon Dick and Patti Williams will meet with you to explore whether a Stephen Minister may be a good fit for you!

begInnIng agaIn - SeParated or dIvorcedOur group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, June 6, from 7:00-9:00pm in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Loneliness."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651

Pastoral Care

all are WelcoMe at aMerIcan MartyrS We lovingly welcome those in the LGBTQ community and their families for support and faith sharing.Join us in the Sacred Heart House on the second Thursday of each month for friendship, fun and community. Our next meeting is Thursday, June 8 at 7:30pm.

“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works!” Ps 139

contact: Deacon Dick Williams, dwilliams@AmericanMartyrs.org

Commission Chair: Matt King 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

SteWardShIPtime talent treasure

Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodThere are various traumatic events in life. In my youth and in most of my early adult life, these events usually included a family member or friend becoming seriously ill or passing away, or the loss of a career position. Since then, technology has invaded most of our everyday life. We carry around little devices which act as our substitute brains. They keep track of our calendar, our important contact numbers, and let our friends into our life through social media.For those of us who might be considered more mature, another traumatic experience is getting a new smart phone! That was our experience last month. One of our mobile phones was out of date and the other became disabled after an accident. As we embarked on a search for new devices, our minds raced with questions. Will my contacts be transferred; will we still have the photos of the kids and grandkids, and so on? For us this was trauma in the modern age.On this Seventh Sunday of Easter, most Catholics in the United States celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. Traditionally, Ascension Thursday occurred 40 days after Easter, however, most dioceses in the U.S. have transferred this Holy Day of Obligation to the Sunday following it, which is today.Think back to what the Apostles had experienced in the past month or so; joy on Palm Sunday, sadness at the agony and death of their leader, and joy again in the resurrection of Jesus. Now after being with them, they see Him leave again by ascending into heaven. Additionally they have just been charged to “make disciples of all nations.” This could be a traumatic event for fishermen who had put their futures in

the hands of their Messiah. Struggling with a new technological device seems to pale in comparison to what they experienced.From scripture we know that within a week, on Pentecost, they will be strengthened by the Holy Spirit and with this force they will succeed in their vocations. Through our Baptism we have received the same charge, the same

vocation that the Disciples did.We are called, and we must work each day to respond to that calling. That is what being a good steward is about.

Please contact us at 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 , with questions or comments about Stewardship.

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Ever wondered what the lockers are for at the bottom of the stairs in the parking garage? Matthew 25 collects items needed by its outreach ministries around LA. Gently used or new items please.

• 16oz or larger plastic food containers with lids• paperback books or magazines for teenage boys• clothing and shoes for women, babies and children• men's shoes, jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, socks & belts• small toiletries (travel size)• kids and adult books

No other items are accepted. Do not leave household goods, electronics or toys; donate these to Goodwill instead. Thank you!

M25 outreach - St. francIS center Come help us feed the homeless. Join Matthew 25 at the St. Francis Center grocery service on Saturday, June 3. The Center (www.sfcla.org)

serves impoverished adults and children in the South Park and Garment District neighborhoods of downtown LA.We meet in the AMC parking lot at 8:45am before carpooling to the Center. Volunteers help sort through produce and grocery items, and distribute them to needy families. Openings are available for up to 8 volunteers. To reserve your spot RSVP by Tuesday, May 30 to Matt Conway, m a t t . c o n w a y. 1 6 1 8 @ g m a i l . c o m , and to John Harder, j o h n . h a r d e r. 3 r d @ g m a i l . c o m . Give your name and state that you will be participating with American Martyrs on June 3.

Commission Chair: Jim Kaltsas S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g Matthew 25 meets the first Tuesday of every

month at 7:00pM - check the Parish calendar for location. You are welcome to join us to see how you can get involved in service!

lIfe & faMIly MInIStry Since God gave us the family as a source for human life and dignity, the Life and Family Ministry will provide resources for families as they foster human life and dignity from conception to a natural death.

- Life and Family Ministry Mission Statement

The Life and Family Ministry includes education, activities, support and service in the following areas:

• Abortion & Crisis Pregnancy• Natural Family Planning• Zellie’s Girls - Spiritual growth & support for mothers• Post-Abortion Healing• Adoption & Foster Care• St. Joseph’s Fathers - Supporting fathers in spiritual growth• Human Trafficking Awareness• Miscarriage & Stillbirth• Couple-to-Couple - Connecting couples for spiritual mentorship• Exceptional Children• Family Education• Elder Care and End of Life

Ministry brochures are in the vestibule of the Church. If you have an interest in any of these areas, or would like more information, please contact us, Steve & Jessica Perry, 818-800-5653 | L i f e a n d Fa m i l y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

2017 EKO PROM STARRY, STARRY NIGHTS

Exceptional Kids Organization Prom

Friday, June 2nd, 2017 7:00m - 10:30pm

Manhattan Beach Marriott Hotel 1400 Parkview Avenue, Manhattan Beach, 90266

Paid parking at the hotel or free parking after 6pm across the street at the Kinecta Bank Building

Dancing * Fun Disc Jockey * Appetizer Buffet

Entertainment * Professional Photography

Tickets only $25.00 per person

Everyone must purchase a ticket to attend. Make checks payable to EKPTO.

For more information contact: Beth at 310-283-3650 or Sandra at 310-503-3936

or via email at prom@ekpto.org You can also order tickets on-line at www.ekpto.org

Scholarships are available. Please contact us to for more information. All Exceptional Dancers 14 years and older are welcome. Appropriate attire required. No jeans, shorts, t-shirts or ball caps. Dockers, collared shirts and appropriate dresses welcome. The Exceptional Kids Parent Organization (EKPTO) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization providing social and educational enrichment to physically and mentally disabled youth throughout the South Bay.

We need quite a few volunteers to help make this Prom wonderful for these Exceptional Kids.

Come to decorate early in the afternoon or come during the Prom for fellowship and security.

Call Lee Dolley for more information, 310-977-7704.

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faIth forMatIon

“If you but knew the gift of God.” John 4:10

Tuesday evenings, 7:30 - 8:30pm St. Joseph’s Chapel in the Spirituality Center (please use Pacific Ave. entrance)

The Christian experience is not an isolated one. It is a relationship lived with others before God. By the power of the Holy Spirit we are brought together for mutual growth in union with Jesus, abiding in the love that is ours by way of grace. Please join us in St. Joseph Chapel for two 20 minute periods of silent prayer. Come once, often or always, for the Love of it!contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349.

“The Holy Spirit, whose anointing permeates our whole being, is the interior Master and artisan of Christian prayer.” The Catechism of the Catholic Church (2672)

conteMPlatIve Prayer

 

faIth enrIchMent & Prayer grouPS

When we pray, we join a steady stream of prayer that began more than 2,000 years ago. With our world around us constantly in a state of flux, there is a special grace in knowing there is a place that is sacred and unchanging, a place where we can go to be renewed in the love that is ours by way of God’s grace.We all have gifts differing. There are many pathways to prayer.

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 the Parish HouseCONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pm, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) ContaCt: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING (on Summer break) Monday, 9:00-11:00am in the Spirituality Center ContaCt: Joanne Dispoto, j o d i s p o t o @ g m a i l . c o m | 310-344-5833MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pm in the Spirituality Center Evening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet ContaCt: Cheryl Schlicht, C h e r y l . S c h l i c h t 1 @ g m a i l . c o m | 310-456-7236

PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pm, in the Parish House ContaCt: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SILENT MEDITATION Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) ContaCt: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL DIRECTION ContaCt: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651 SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor ContaCt: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125

The Ascension by Fr. Larry Rice

On the Feast of the Ascension, the church celebrates the return of Christ to the Father, his physical body leaving the earth behind. In John’s Gospel, Jesus makes it clear that his return to the Father is necessary so that the Holy Spirit can be given to his disciples. For many years, this feast was celebrated as a Holy Day of Obligation on the Thursday after the 6th Sunday of Easter.

The precise date moved from year to year, as the date of Easter moved based on the lunar calendar. Not long ago, most of the dioceses in the United States moved the celebration of the Ascension to the 7th Sunday of Easter.Why is the Ascension important or necessary? Why couldn’t the risen Christ have simply stayed with us, guiding the Church on Earth for all time? Imagine what the world would look like today if Christ had not ascended. If Christ

were still walking the earth, what would faith be? Where would our free will be?My own opinion is that it was necessary for Christ to ascend and send the Holy Spirit so that our faith would matter, and our free will remain intact. God is still with us, and present to us, but in ways that allow us to freely choose to accept or reject his grace. Christ is present in the Eucharist, in the Word of God proclaimed, and in his Body, the Church. The Holy Spirit is present to us, dwelling within us, received at our Baptism and sealed at our Confirmation. But these ways of remaining with us are not so concrete that our free will is collapsed. We have the ability to choose the Good, and to choose to accept God's grace, and he's never going to do anything that makes that choice less meaningful.So the feast of the Ascension is important to us, not because it’s a big “good-bye” to Jesus, but because it ushers in a new era in which Christ continues to be present to us, and in which the Holy Spirit dwells in the hearts of all believers. Fr. Rice is vocations director for the Paulist Fathers

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SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Avoiding gossipOften, there are many ways to solve a problem, and many possible solutions. If you teach your children to problem solve creatively, and think outside the box when they are faced with a challenge, this can help them formulate problem-solving skills that will serve them well throughout their lives. By using creative problem solving methods, parents and children can brainstorm new ideas to protect kids from stranger danger, abuse, violence, and the other risks present in the world. Discuss possible solutions and highlight common themes to help your children develop strategies for staying safe. For a copy of the VIRTUS© article “Creative Problem Solving--How Can It Help?” contact j v i e n n a @ l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g or (213) 637-7227.

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

Thank you for another great year in SRE! Our classes have concluded for this year, but we are already looking forward to next year. SRE Classes will resume in September, with the help of our Catechists stepping forward to teaching in our Tues/Wed or Sunday programs for grades 1-8. Join our team of dedicated men and women who answer the call to serve God in the important role of bringing our young people closer to His love. diRectoR of Religious education: Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 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 gAMS students are in the final weeks of the school year, with Graduation Mass on Thursday, June 1 at 9:00am and our End of the School Year Mass at 8:00am on Friday, June 9. All are welcome to join us as we thank God for the many blessings we have shared this year!

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SEnIORS ExERCISE Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am

wOMEn'S vOLLEYbALL Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00-10:00am. All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional; Thursdays are free play. Rocky Wade, rocky vball1@hotmail.com

MEn’S AnD wOMEn’S COED vOLLEYbALL Tuesday, 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 or johnwargnier@AmericanMar t yrs.org

gYM COntACt: Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 or l s e l s k y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

GyM & field reservatiOns: Contact Pat Breen, Gym Committee Chair, G y m @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

gyM, fIeld & athletIcS

Find link to Summer Camp information and registration at w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

AMS Used Uniform Sale is Sunday, June 4Stop by O'Donnell Hall after the 7am, 8am, and 9:30am Masses to see our stock of gently-used uniforms that look like new and are less than half the price of a new uniform. All proceeds go to the AMS Library!Questions? Contact Deb Drewry, d e b b i d r e w r y @ y a h o o. c o m

Sunday PreSchool regIStr atIon for 2017-18 The link for Sunday Preschool Registration is on the A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g website. Don’t wait! Interested in working with our parish preschoolers? Join us on Sunday mornings! Come rediscover the beauty of God’s creation through the eyes of a child and make new friends along the way. Thinking about it? Questions? Please contact us! Kristen Holleran, S u n d a y P r e s c h o o l @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

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The American Martyrs Rosary

Give the gift of Prayer with a Limited Edition

2016 Rosary, in 4 Designs

Commissioned in Honor of the 60th Anniversary

of our Church on the hill

Custom designed by the American Martyrs Altar Society

and created in Italy by Ghirelli Rosaries

Available at the Parish Office $40, includes tax

A Sign Language Interpreter is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-528-9024.Casa 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

relIgIouS educatIon 310-546-47341701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diRectoR, Religious education Patti Williams 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 gdiRectoR, youtH MinistRy Monica Leon m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gdiRectoR, sunday pRescHool Kristen Holleran sundaypreschool@AmericanMartyrs.org

adMInIStratIve Staff

Business ManageRBob Hodges

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coMMunity seRvices & facilitiesBob Visty r v ist y@AmericanMar t yrs.orgevents ManageRTraci Britton tbr i tton@AmericanMar t yrs.orgfinance diRectoRPattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.orglituRgy & WoRsHipMonica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.orgMusic diRectoRBill Svarda 310-640-8505paRisH coMMunicationsAnne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.orgpaRisH steWaRdsHipJenny Attanasio

424-327-9605jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoRal centeR adMinistRatoRDottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.orgplant ManageRTony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.orgtecHnologyScott Dixon sdixon@AmericanMar t yrs.orgWelcoMe centeR & volunteeRsLou Anne Cappiello

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lay leaderShIP

pastoRal council pResident Joan Gosser

pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org

finance council cHaiR Colleen Shinn

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PrIeStS and deaconS

MsgR JoHn BaRRy 310-545-5651

fR. Joe kaMMeReR f r joe@AmericanMar t yrs.org

fR. Rick pRindle f r r ick@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deacon cHRis aMantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deacon deRek BRoWn dbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.org

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aMerIcan MartyrS School 310-545-8559 | fax 310-546-72191701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

pRincipal, Camryn Friel, Ed.D. A M S @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

aMerIcan MartyrS PreSchool 310-802-81491705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diRectoR, Mara Zepeda m z e p e d a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

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BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND - June 9-11, 2017This Grief Recovery Weekend for Widowed, Separated and Divorced Individuals will be at the Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino, and is for those who have experienced the loss of a spouse through death or divorce/separation. This program helps a person move from the darkness of grief into the light of a 'new beginning' with renewed hope. RegistRation/info: Brenda, 818-352-5265 or Maria Rojas, 310-365-0186 or Peg, 818-767-1007.See more at w w w. b e g i n n i n g e x p e r i e n c e . o r g

Beyond our Parish

C o m e v i s i t o u r M e m o r i a l Wa l l a n d P e a c e G a r d e n

Questions? Contact Traci Britton,

424-327-9601 or t b r i t t o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

OFFICE OF FAMILY LIFE - ARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEPARATED, DIVORCED AND WIDOWED MINISTRY

Presents

Mass Celebrant Fr. Patrick Hill, MA, JCL, DMin.

Spiritual Director for the Separated, Divorced and Widowed Ministry

Workshop Presenter Ross Porter, Ph.D., M.Div.

Executive Director of Stillpoint Family Resources and the Director of Faith Formation at St. Mel Parish

“Making Grief Good”

The purpose of the workshop: “Making Grief Good” - Life is full of loss; and trying to avoid the pain involved, only leads to more loss. But we can turn loss into love, by learning to grieve well. Let’s explore how! This is a

unique experience for the Separated, Divorced and Widowed to come together for a Tour, Mass and Workshop.

Registration Form - “Making Grief Good” Please print clearly: Name: _________________________________________ Email: ______________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________ City/State/Zip: ______________________________________________________ Amount: $25.00 (enclosed)

Please Select: Separated Divorced Widowed

Please Select One (1) Lunch Choice: Grilled Chicken Sandwich -OR- Grilled Veggie Pita

Enclose Check / payable to: “Office of Family Life” Mail to: Julie Monell-Auzenne, Office of Family Life, Archdiocese of LA, 3424 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010

-OR- Online Registration, go to: http://store.la-archdiocese.org/making-grief-good

Saturday, July 8, 2017 Registration: 8:45am to 9:15am (meet at Conference Room #6)

Tour, Mass & Workshop: 9:30am to 4:00pm

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels 555 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012

Cost:

$25.00 RSVP by July 3, 2017 (Includes Lunch & Materials)

Parking: $9.00 (not included in registration) Carpooling is Recommended

Directions attached

For more information call: Julie Monell-Auzenne (213) 637-7249

-OR- Email: jmonell@la-archdiocese.org Space is limited

SUMMER RETREAT - August 4-6This weekend conference is held on the beautiful campus of UCLA. Hosted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, this 3 day/2 night retreat is filled with speakers, worship, prayer, and Mass, all in the company of thousands of other teenagers from across the country - it is truly a life changing experience and all high school aged teens are invited to join us!Sign up online at our American Martyrs website or for more information, contact Monica Leon, Director of Youth Ministry, at M L e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g .

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MO n t hly fO O d dri v e i s this WeeKend

One-pound bags of beans and rice continue to be staple foods that go a long way in the St. Lawrence community, as are these other items:

Cereal Oatmeal Instant Oatmeal Rice Beans Lentils Spaghetti Pasta Spaghetti sauce Mac ‘n’ cheese Canned meats Canned fruit Instant mashed potato mix Soups Tuna Peanut butter JamYour Sunday newspaper inserts and coupons can also help our friends at St. Lawrence save hundreds of dollars each week. Bring the coupons you receive in the mail or newspaper to the Food Drive table. Thank you!

Next weekend is Pentecost Sunday

Wear Red to Mass to Celebrate the Coming of the Holy Spirit!

And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they

were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and

came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit ... Acts 2

BABY/TODDLER CLOTHING & GOODS DRIVE

Mother’s Outreach Ministry (M.O.M.) will be collecting clean, gently-used items to be donated to

St. Lawrence of Brindisi and a local Women’s Shelter.

Collections after ALL MASSES Sunday, June 4th outside the Gym.

CONTACT: Renee Nuthall, 310-245-9772 / rbweezer@sbcglobal.net

ITEM SUGGESTIONS: Strollers, cribs, car seats, books, unused and sealed baby food

and formula, baby/toddler and maternity clothes, etc. To help determine what’s appropriate to donate, please consider quality items you’d hand down to a friend or family member.

Sponsored by Mother’s Outreach Ministry (M.O.M.)

Collection after All Masses NEXT SUNDAY, June 4, outside the Gym

MEMORIAL DAY: wE tHAnK tHEM

Once a year we pause to remember those who gave their lives for you and me, men and women dressed in a uniform sent for the cause of liberty.Starting with our own revolution they have marched throughout history, giving of themselves unceasingly for the cause of liberty.They paid the price for our freedom. Their sacrifice was meant for us. Unselfishly, they gave their lives for us. Their sacrifice has kept us free.And now we pray to the Lord above to hold them close to his heart. We pray to the Lord above for their comfort. And we pray to the Lord above for the peace they have earned, and we thank them, we thank them from our hearts.

© 2004 Bill Svarda Used with permission