E mmaus might as well be Brigadoon. We hear of it in this one story—and

it’s only in Luke—and then it disappears. The journey to Emmaus is one of the most beloved stories about Jesus, and yet the town is probably “mythical” in the truest sense. Like so much of life, this story is about the journey, not the destination. Running away from Jerusalem and their fears, probably going home in disillusion-ment, two of Jesus’ disciples encounter a stranger on the road who, like a rabbi, is able to help them understand their experi-ences using his deep knowledge of scrip-ture. Later, sharing a meal with him, they recognized the stranger as Jesus, and they return to Jerusalem to tell the others. How like our Mass—we hear the scriptures and an explanation of them, we share a meal, and then we go out to tell the good news. THE STRANGER Imagine meeting a stranger, a fellow trav-eler, who butts into the conversation you’re having with your friend. The two disciples in today’s Gospel are heading to Emmaus, seven miles away from Jerusalem, heart-broken and disillusioned. It’s the day of Jesus’ resurrection, but no one knew it when these two set out on their journey, maybe going home to resume their pre-Jesus lives because it seemed as if every-thing was over.

In the middle of trying to make sense of the tragedy, some eavesdropping guy asks

them about their troubles. After telling their story, the disciples are amazed to find this stranger able to piece together the frag-ments of the broken image of their master using scripture as the glue. Then it hap-pens—at dinner they recognize Jesus in the breaking of bread, just before he van-ishes. With their hearts burning with love and inspiration, they run back to Jerusa-lem—at night—to tell the others their new story. THE STRANGER/SHEPHERD The stranger in this story who turns out to be Jesus is reminiscent of the Gospel im-ages of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. He seeks out his “lost sheep” who have strayed from the faith community, and the experience of the risen Lord transforms them into perhaps the very first evangel-ists, sharing their Good News with their friends back in Jerusalem.

Are we transformed by the time we leave Mass? We should be! Our hearts should be burning within us from our experience of Jesus in word and sacrament. Yet how often life breaks our heart and clouds our mind! We stumble toward our own Em-maus, unaware that Jesus is with us. We are privileged to experience Jesus in every Eucharist through the breaking open of scripture and by the breaking of the bread. Like the disciples of the story, that trans-forming experience can compel us to go forth and tell everyone the Good News.

Today’s Readings: Acts 2:14, 22–33; Ps 16:1–2, 5, 7–8, 9–10, 11; 1 Pt 1:17–21; Lk 24:13–35

ANNUNCIATION CHURCH "As the father sent me, so I send you."

1307 East Longden Ave., Arcadia CA 91006 Parish Office: 2707 Peck Rd., Monrovia, CA 91016

(626) 447-6202 / Fax (626) 447-9834 Website: AnnunciationChurch.net

Annunciation Church Please be assured that all Mass Intentions are being remembered during the celebration of our online Masses.

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacra-ment. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I em-brace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be sepa-rated from You. Amen.

Oración Comunión Espiritual

Jesús mío, creo que estás real-mente presente en el Santísimo Sacramento, te amo sobre toda las cosas, y te deseo en el interior de mi alma. Ya que en este momento no puedo recibirte sacramental-mente, ven al menos espiritual-mente a mi corazón; estando dentro de mí, yo te abrazo y me uno todo a Ti. No permitas nunca que me separe de Ti. Amén.

Prayer to St. Michael, Archangel

Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; may God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen. Oraciones A San Miguel Arcángel

San Miguel Arcángel, defiéndenos en la batalla. Sé nuestro amparo contra las perversidad y asechan-zas del demonio. Reprímale Dios, pedimos suplicantes, y tu príncipe de la milicia celestial, arroja al infi-erno con el divino poder a Satanás y a los otros espíritus malignos que andan dispersos por el mundo para la perdición de las almas. Amén.

Scrip Program: One of the unfortunate consequences of our having to close the Parish Office to the public has been the suspension of our Scrip program. Thankfully, Mary Pat Wiard has volunteered to step in and “fill the void”. If you would like to pur-chase Scrip cards, please call her and she will let you know if the cards you want are available in our current inventory. If the cards are not in stock, or if you wish to place an order for cards we normally don’t carry, but can obtain from our Scrip provider, you can also contact Mary Pat and she will be happy to assist you. You can pick up your cards at her home. Mary Pat’s phone num-ber is: (626) 446-3474.

How To Prepare For The Celebration Of Online Masses: Prepare Externally: 1. Prepare an altar table with candle and a crucifix. 2. Respond and participate in the online Mass. If possible, follow the ritual of

standing, kneeling and being seated, as we do in church. 3. Have the Act of Spiritual Communion ready. 4. Invite the whole family and, together, join in our celebration of online Mass. Prepare Internally: 1. Have a moment of silence. 2. Call the family together and say a prayer. 3. During Communion, recite the Act of Spiritual Communion together. 4. After the online Mass, recite the Prayer to St. Michael, Archangel. 5. Go to love and share the Lord; share the Mass—be a cyber missionary! Mass Alternatives: You can access daily Mass and Sunday Mass at Annunciation using the follow-ing methods/sites:

† YouTube: Annunciation Catholic Church Arcadia † Facebook: Annunciation Catholic Church † Our Website: www.annunciationchurch.net Daily Mass streams at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass in English streams at 10:00 a.m., followed by Mass in Spanish at 12:00 Noon.

Daily Mass is streamed from Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral at 12:10 p.m. and Sunday Mass is streamed in English at 10:00 a.m., followed by Mass in Spanish at 12:30 p.m.

The Cathedral Masses can be accessed through either Facebook (facebook.com/lacatholics) or on YouTube. If you do not view or listen to Mass on Sunday, you are encouraged to keep this day holy. Activities may include: reading the Gospels, praying with your family or friends (the Rosary or other prayers), and making an act of Spiritual Communion.

Other Parish Services: With regard to weddings, Baptisms and funerals, please contact the Parish Office at (626) 447-6202 to discuss your specific needs or concerns.

Religious Education Catechists Needed: If the Holy Spirit has entered your heart with the thought of extending your love of God toward our young people, our Religious Education Program is where you need to be! We anticipate the need for three teachers for our next school year, which will begin in late September, 2020. Classes meet on Thursday af-ternoons from 3:45 to 5:00 p.m. and lesson plans are provided for you. If you would like to volunteer for this spiritually rewarding work, or if you have ques-tions, please contact Arcie Reza at (626) 446-1625.

3rd Sunday of Easter April 26, 2020

April 7, 2002

Offering Collection $9,310.50

Thank you and God bless you.

Christian Service Center News: Due to the latest guidelines and new stay-at-home date issued by the Fed-eral Government, our Christian Service Center is closed for the time being. They do, however, anticipate an increased need once these restrictions are lifted. All donations made to Christian Service will be held until they are able to re-start their program.

Parish Prayer Chain: The ministry of the prayer chain is to lift up to Our Lord the specific re-quests and concerns of our parishioners and friends. To request prayer for someone, please call Marie Nimmrich at (626) 448-3304, or e-mail her at: marieeelizabeth@aol.com. To become involved as a Prayer Warrior, please contact Marie. Thank you and God bless.

Your Church Contributions: Recognizing that this is a difficult and trying time for all of us, we humbly request that you continue your faithful practice of financial support to Annunciation. Our online service, available from our website (www.annunciationchurch.net), allos you to set up your contribution on either a one-time or a recurring basis. You are also welcome to drop your contribution through the mail slot in the door of the Parish Office. Finally, for those who receive their monthly envelopes by mail, there is a pre-addressed envelope in your package that you can use to mail in your donation. Thank you to those parishioners who con-tinue to drop off their weekly church con-tribution at the Parish Office, or are utiliz-ing our On-Line Giving option from our website. We are so very grateful for what we do receive. Your financial assistance allows us to continue to minister to you now, as we will also do when better days become our gift from God. Blessings!

Lord, Protect Them Joseph Villamayor Air Force Elizabeth Villamayor Air Force Robert James Logan IV Army Adrian Mc Nally Army Ronnel Resurrecion Navy Daniel Smith Marines Patrick Thompson Navy Catherine Holdren Coast Guard Robert Wrischnik Marines Brandon Tennis Navy Rafael Hernandez, Jr. Marines Mario Monoz Marines Emma Larenas Navy Gabriel Jimenez Air Force Brian Griffiths Marines John B. Goss Marines Noe Villanueva Army Stephen Cain Marines R. Michael Rodriguez Army Preston Ellis Air Force Matthew Aldrete Army Patrick Parra Army Justin R. Lozano Marines Vianca Medina Army Carlos Casillas Army Alex Quesada-Bocanegra Marines Carlos Rodriguez Army Jacob Davis Navy Shannon S. Everitt Air Force Liezl Sarte Air Force Mariel Constantino Air Force Christopher Moss Marines Nicholas Goddard Army David Aguilera Army Jason Smith Marines Brandon Patanjo Navy Michael Stanton Army Alex Ascanio Marines Matthew Martinez Army Osvaldo Santillan Air Force Lazarus Fuentes Marines Cristian Jesus Garcia Army Marco Andres Garcia Army Michael Beltran Navy

Last Week’s Offertory Collections April 19, 2020 : $ 5,441.00 Last Year: $13,659.00 Online Giving: $ 2,190.00 Together in Mission—2020

Goal Amount: $ 54,834.00 Amount Pledged: $ 59,174.00 Amount Paid: $ 38,966.50 Difference UNDER Amount Paid: $ 15,867.50

Please Pray For: Stephanie Tow-nes and all who are ill. Born to Eternal Life: Steve Riggio May he rest in peace. Calendar of Events: Sunday, April 26th Monday, April 27th Tuesday, April 28th B1,C1,C2—6:30 PM Family Catechesis Wednesday, April 29th Thursday, April 30th OC1—7:00 PM RCIA First Friday, May 1st First Saturday, May 2nd

¿Sabia Que? Les pedimos a ustedes, como el Pueblo de Dios, que se unan a la oración especial para las víctimas de abuso sexual infantile hoy, domingo, 26 de abril del 2020. Espírito Santo, alentador de corazones, sana las heridas de tus hijas e hijos y transforma su fragilidad en integridad. Concédenos el valor y la sabiduria, la humilidad y la gracia para actuar con justicia. Infunde tu sabiduría en nuestras oraciones y acciones. Permite que todos los que han sido lastimados por el abuso encuentren la paz en la justicia. Te lo pedimos por Cristo, nuestro Señor. Amén.

I magínate encontrar a un desconocido, un com-pañero de viaje, que se entromete a una conver-

sación que estás teniendo con tu amigo. Los dos discípulos en el Evangelio de hoy se dirigen a Emaús, a siete millas de Jerusalén, desconsolados y desilusionados. Es el día de la resurrección de Jesús, pero nadie sabía cuándo estos dos em-pezaron su camino, quizá regresando a casa para continuar sus ocupaciones previas a su se-guimiento a Jesús, pues parecía como si todo hubiera terminado.

En medio del intento para encontrar sentido a la tragedia, algún hombre escucha a escondidas y les pregunta acerca de sus problemas. Después de contarle su historia, los discípulos se sorprenden encontrar a un desconocido que usando las Escritu-ras pone todas las piezas juntas de una imagen rota de su maestro. Lo que luego pasa, durante la cena reconocen a Jesús al partir el pan, justo para desaparecer ante ellos. Con sus corazones encen-didos de amor e inspiración, corren para regresar a Jerusalén, en la noche, para contarles a los otros su nueva historia.

EL DESCONOCIDO/PASTOR El desconocido en esta historia que resulta ser Jesús, es una reminiscencia de las imágenes del Evangelio de Jesús como el Buen Pastor. Él busca a sus “ovejas perdidas” que se han desviado de la comunidad de fe, y la experiencia del Señor re-sucitado los transforma en quizá los primeros evan-gelistas, compartiendo la Buena Nueva con sus amigos regresando a Jerusalén.

¿Somos transformados cuando salimos de Misa? ¡Deberíamos! Nuestros corazones deberían arder dentro de nosotros debido a nuestra experiencia de Jesús en palabra y sacramento. ¡Sin embargo, que tan a menudo la vida rompe nuestros corazones y nubla nuestra mente! Tropezamos hacia nuestro Emaús, ignorando que Jesús está dentro de nosotros. Somos privilegiados de experimentar a Jesús en cada Eucaristía mediante las Escrituras y al partir el pan. Como los discípulos de esta his-toria, esa experiencia transformadora puede obli-garnos a avanzar y anunciar a todos la Buena Nueva. Lecturas de hoy: Hch 2:14, 22–33; Sal 16 (15):1–2, 5, 7–8, 9–10, 11; 1 Pe1:17–21; Lc 24:13–35

Lời của Chúa Giêsu là Tin Mừng ngọt ngào,

khiến nỗi đau của ta dịu đi, lòng ta như ấm lại. Chúa Giêsu vén mở ý nghĩa của mầu nhiệm đau khổ cho ta. Ðau khổ là nhịp cầu mà Ðức Kitô phải vượt qua để sang bờ

bên kia là vinh quang bất diệt. Ðau khổ không phải là chuyện xui xẻo, rủi ro, nhưng nó có chỗ đứng trong chương trình cứu độ. Kinh nghiệm của hai môn đệ Emmau cũng là của chúng ta. Lúc ta tưởng Ngài vắng mặt, thì Ngài lại đang ở gần bên. Lúc ta nhận ra Ngài ở gần bên, thì Ngài lại biến mất rồi. Nhưng chính lúc Ngài biến mất, ta lại cảm nghiệm sâu hơn sự hiện diện của Ngài. Ngài đến lúc ta không ngờ. Ngài đi mà ta không giữ lại được. Ngài ở lại với ta cả khi ta không thấy Ngài nữa. Ðấng Phục Sinh vẫn đến với ta hôm nay qua một người bạn hay một người lạ ta gặp tình cờ. Qua họ, Ngài thổi vào lòng ta niềm hy vọng tin yêu. Ngài vẫn đến với ta qua từng thánh lễ. Ngài đích thân giảng Tin Mừng và bẻ bánh trao cho ta. Sống như Chúa phục sinh là tập đến với tha nhân, tập đồng hành, tập gợi ý, tập lắng nghe, tập soi sáng ….. Hôm nay vẫn có nhiều người bạn đang lê gót về Emmau. Cầu Nguyện

Xin ở lại với con, lạy Chúa, vì con cần có Chúa hiện diện để con khỏi quên Chúa. Chúa thấy con dễ bỏ Chúa biết chừng nào. Xin ở lại với con, lạy Chúa, vì con yếu đuối, con cần Chúa đỡ nâng để con khỏi ngã quỵ. Không có Chúa, con đâu còn nồng nhiệt hăng say. Xin ở lại với con, lạy Chúa, vì trời đã xế chiều và ngày sắp tàn, cuộc đời qua đi, vĩnh cửu gần đến. Con cần được thêm sức mạnh để khỏi ngừng lại dọc đường. Xin ở lại với con, lạy Chúa, vì con cần Chúa trong đêm tối cuộc đời. Con không dám xin những ơn siêu phàm, chỉ xin ơn được Ngài hiện diện. Xin ở lại với con vì con chỉ tìm Chúa, yêu Chúa và không đòi phần thưởng nào khác ngoài việc được yêu Chúa hơn. Amen.

Suy Niệm

Lạy Chúa Giê-su, xin mở trí cho chúng con hiểu lời Kinh Thánh. Và khi Chúa phán dạy, xin đốt lòng chúng con cháy

lửa nồng nàn. Lc 24:32

Bài đọc 1 Cv 2,14.22b-33

Cái chết không tài nào khống chế được Người mãi. Bài đọc 2 1 Pr 1,17-21

Anh em đã được cứu chuộc nhờ bửu huyết của Con Chiên vẹn toàn là Đức Ki-tô. Tin Mừng Lc 24,13-35

Họ đã nhận ra Chúa khi Người bẻ bánh.

We encourage you to take notes as you reflect on this week readings / homily:

Liturgy Francine Moore (626) 930-0448 Eucharistic Ministers Linda Gutierrez (626) 446-7837 Lectors Christine Hunt (626) 422-3934 Sacristans Kathy Trinaystich (626) 359-6553 Altar Servers Frances Luna (626) 327-6147 Ushers Raul Arias (626) 357-6465 Music Ministry Joella Merten, Dir. (626) 821-0264 Joe Adamski (626) 437-5921 Francine Moore (626) 930-0448 Carlos Orozco (626) 371-6438 Deidre Stadler (626) 357-1433 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Pastoral Council Mark Lopez (626) 417-8541 Couples/Singles for Christ Perry Rivera (909) 594-6475 Bereavement Gary Cooper (626) 482-5041 Finance Council Jerry Gutierrez (626) 446-7837 Perpetual Adoration/Nite Adoration Leticia Carbajal (626) 277-9429 Rosary Prayer Group Gary Miller rosaryprayers@yahoo.com Meditation Group Pat Arkosy (626) 444-9355 Eucharistic Ministry to the Sick Marie Nimmrich (626) 448-3304 Christian Service Saturdays 10 am-12 Noon Grupo de Oracíón Teresa Villareal (626) 236-0374 Safeguard the Children Dianne Logan (626) 303-6299 Encuentro Matrimonial: Ramiro y Mirna Cabrera (626) 376-1079 Fatima First Saturday Devotion: Jo DeLa Torre (310) 663-1955 Divine Mercy Prayer Group Lupe Sheets (626) 716-1714 Women’s Ministry Joella Merten (626) 821-0264 BLD Prayer Community Kathy Dela Paz (626) 629-0788 Intercession Ministry Gloria Murillo (626) 316-0628 Justice & Peace Ministry Cathlene Wells (626) 840-7966 Prayer Chain Ministry Marie Nimmrich (626) 448-3304

ANNUNCIATION CHURCH 1307 East Longden Avenue, Arcadia CA ~ www.annunciationchurch.net

OFFICE: 2701 Peck Road Monrovia, CA 91016 Telephone: (626) 447-6202 Fax: (626) 447-9834 Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. (Closed for lunch from 12:00—1:00 P.M.) Office Manager Ms. Christine Hunt Ext. 11 Receptionist Mrs. Kathleen Trinaystich Ext. 10 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2701 South Peck Road Monrovia, CA 91016 Telephone: (626) 446-1625 Monday & Wednesday 5:00—8:00 P.M. Tuesday & Thursday 2:00—8:00 P.M Closed on Fridays Director Arcie Reza Office Staff: Alexandra Dixon and Jessica Tang Confirmation/Youth Ministry Arcie Reza R.C.I.A. (Adults Only) Sandra Rivera (626) 506-9068 R.C.I.A. for Children/F.I.R.E. Children’s Liturgy Esther and Susan (626) 446-1625

Pastor: Rev. Freddie Chua In Residence: Rev. Eugene Herbert Pastor Emeritus Msgr. Timothy O’Connell

LITURGIES Saturday Evening Vigil 5:30 PM Sunday 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:00 Noon (Español) 3:00 p.m. (Vietnamese) 4:45 p.m.—Liturgy of the Hours Weekday Mass Schedule 8;30 a.m. Mon. Tue. Thurs. Friday Wed. [Marian Devotion] with O.L.O.P.H. Devotion 7:00 P.M. Rosary 7:30 P.M. Mass of the B.V.M. First Friday Schedule 7:45 A.M. Reconciliation 8:30 A.M. Mass & Exposition All Day Adoration 7:30 P.M. Benediction Fatima First Saturday Devotion 7:00 P.M. Adoration 8:00 P.M. Mass Holy Days Vigil: 5:30 P.M. 8:30 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. Reconciliation Saturday: 3:30 to 5:00 P.M. or by appointment Matrimony Six months notice required. Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment with the Pastor. Baptism Please stop by the Parish Office to pick up the necessary paperwork and to be given the name and phone number of the Baptism Catechist to contact and pre-register for your classes. Child Abuse Hotline Reporting Sexual Abuse: (800) 355-2545 Heather T. Banis (213) 637-7650 Ph.D