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June 1, 2014Seventh Sunday of Easter / The Ascension of the Lord

Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

associate Pastor Rev. Joseph Kammerer

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob HodgesWeekenD Mass

Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

WeekDay Mass Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am and 5pm Saturday: 8am

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

reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Saturday: 8:30am-9am, 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request at anytime.

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Table of ConTenTsPrayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 Parish Calendar / Mass Intentions ............................................ 3 Parish Life ...................................................................................... 4-5 Pastoral Care ..................................................................................... 6 Stewardship ....................................................................................... 6 Social Justice & Outreach ............................................................ 7 Faith Formation ...............................................................................8 Families in Faith / AMS / SRE / Youth Ministry ......................9 Contact Information & Resources (Parish Directory) ......... 10 Gym & Field / Beyond Our Parish ............................................. 11

In MeMorIaMIn Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.

Andy Ryan Mark VerbiestVincent Nestico Ward MitchellAngeline Milewski Julia StevensMary Ellen Dahm Mark AdamsMadeleine Makaeff Myrna Dean

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

Pray for The sICk Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Natalie Dwyer Lane EdwardsGerry Geppert Richard WalkerMary Anne Doms David NolanDr. John Messenger Michael RupportCarole Smee Del Reis

AmericAn mArtyrs cAtholic community

DaIly Prayers of The ChurCh

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL Chapel hours are: Mon-Wed-Fri, 6:45aM-9:00pM; Tues-Thurs, 6:00aM-9:00pM; Sat, 7:00aM-7:00pM; Sun, 6:00aM-7:00pM contact: Jim Quilliam, a d o r a t i o n c h a p e l @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

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

EVENING PRAYER (LITURGY OF THE HOURS): Monday at 5:35pM, in the Church contact: Dick Williams, 310-292-0996

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

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

saCraMenTs

BAPTISM FOR INFANTS: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. Next Class is Thursday, June 19

MARRIAGE: Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.

Armed Forces

Sgt Mohses Afkari - U.S.M.C. Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army SPC Jared De Nicola - U.S. Army Nicole Duvardo - U.S.A.F. Cpt. Justin Eise, U.S.A.F. Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. Charles Koffman - U.S. Army

1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SPC Robert Plaza - U.S. Army Cpl Max Schaffer - U.S.M.C. PVT Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.

To add someone to the list or if you know that someone above has returned home, contact 310-545-5651 | b u l l e t i n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:

reaDIngs of The Week

mondAy: Acts 19:1-8; Ps 68; Jn 16:29-33tuesdAy: Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68; Jn 17:1-11a

WednesdAy: Acts 20:28-38; Ps 68; Jn 17:11b-19thursdAy: Acts 22:30, 23:6-11; Ps 16; Jn 17:20-26

FridAy: Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103; Jn 21:15-19sAturdAy: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11; 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; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9; Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b; Ez 37:1-14; Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39

sundAy: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23

nexT WeekenD's Mass CelebranTs

sAt 5:00pm: Fr. Mark Villano

sun 7:00Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer

8:00Am: Fr. Cap Miller9:30Am: Msgr. John Barry

11:30Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer5:00pm: Msgr. John Barry

This schedule is subject to change.

June 1, 2014 |Seventh Sunday of Easter / The Ascension of the Lord

Find this bulletin online at americanmartyrs.org

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ThIs Week

mondAy, June 29:00aM PH Monday Morning Starters5:00pM SK Happy Holy Hour Dance Class7:00pM SpC Good News People Follow-upTUESDAY, June 35:30aM BB Men’s AA Meeting7:00aM BK Voting Precincts9:00aM SK 55+ Sandwich Making 9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study11:00aM SK 55+ Luncheon1:00pM PH Altar Society Board Meeting3:30pM PH Legion of Mary6:30pM HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pM HFH Beginning Again7:00pM SK Matthew 25 Meeting7:30pM PH Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SJC Contemplative PrayerWEDNESDAY, June 410:00aM BB Sunday's Readings with Fr. Joe5:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class7:00pM SK RCIA7:00pM PH Stewardship Meeting 7:30pM SpC Sunday’s Readings in ContextTHURSDAY, June 55:30aM BB Men’s AA Meeting3:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir PracticeFRIDAY, June 6

12:30pM PH AMS Teacher Aides Luncheon1:30pM HFH Home School Sandwich Making3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class

SATURDAY, June 710:00aM HFH Women's AA Meeting5:00pM BBP Welcome TableSUNDAY, June 8 After all Masses BBP Welcome Table7:00aM ODH Coffee and Donuts10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)1:00pM ODH Eagle Scout Court of Honor 1:00pM SK Legion of Mary Luncheon6:00pM SK AMC Africa Trip Meeting

Facilities:BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church CHP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall 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

Sunday, June 15 is Father's Day! 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.

Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, June 2 - St. Marcellinus; St. Peter

8:00 Sandy Giacomini – Sp. Int. (Kammerer Family) 5:00 Scott Parker – RIP (Mike Mulcahy)TUESDAY, June 3 - St. Charles Lwanga & Companions

6:30 Special Intention 8:00 Jennie Sabatini – RIP (Martha Colter) 5:00 Robert Cushing – RIP (Jim & Virginia Hartinger)WEDNESDAY, June 4

8:00 Keith Carls – RIP (Laura & Jim Hirschmann) 5:00 Pat McMillan – RIP (Walmer & Sussman Families)THURSDAY, June 5 - St. Boniface

6:30 Matt Allen – RIP (Laverne Allen) 8:00 Mary Jane Chianta – RIP (Nat & La Famiglia) 5:00 Michele Eisner – RIP (The Eisner Family)FRIDAY, June 6 - St. Norbert 8:00 Michael Jund – RIP (Ann & Carl Jund) 5:00 Chuck Weber – RIP (Bob & Shirley Eshbaugh)SATURDAY, June 7 8:00 Florencia M. Arazo – RIP (Phil & Betty Nery) 5:00 Tom Mirabito – RIP (Tami Mirabito)SUNDAY, June 8 – Pentecost

7:00 Loretta Mahoney – RIP (Dave & Nancy Kinninger) 8:00 Annemarie Williams – Sp. Int. (Omar & Maryann Johnson) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 James Noelk – RIP (Ed & Carol Wagner) 5:00 Fr. Terry Franklin – RIP (Essman – Serrano Families)

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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.


Why We offer The CoMMunIon CuP aT Mass

All parishes of the Archdiocese are asked to offer the Communion cup to the faithful at Mass, especially at Sunday and feast day Masses. This policy follows the directive of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM), which has been in place since 1970:

Holy Communion has a fuller form as a sign when it is distributed under both kinds. For in this form the sign of the Eucharistic banquet is more clearly evident and clear expression is given to the divine will by which the new and eternal Covenant is ratified in the Blood of the Lord…. (281)

The GIRM states that something is made “more clearly evident” through reception of Holy Communion under both kinds. So what is made clearer when we receive Christ’s Blood? We become what we eat - and drink If Mass were only about receiving grace, then partaking only of the Body of Christ would surely be sufficient. But Eucharist is about much more than that. It is also about the reason we receive grace - to go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Service includes sacrifice. The cup of salvation teaches us, and those around us, what sacrifice ultimately demands. It demands that we proclaim the death of the Lord by becoming one with Christ’s Body - and his Blood.

Historical Ministry:Stained glass window tours of the Church, upon request. Contact Rita Hanretty at 310-545-5651.

Media Tr ibuTe

American Martyrs Church is happy to celebrate Father’s Day with a media tribute to all the dads of the parish after each Mass

on Father's Day weekend.Please read the new 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 6. Submit photos online at w w w. a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g. Click the "Father's Day" link.

holy MaTrIMonyFirst Banns:

Reza Sabahi and Courtney Schnepf

legion oF mAry AuxiliAry luncheon To thank our Auxiliary members, please join us on Sunday June 8 from 1:00-4:00pm in the St. Kateri Room.Legion prayers and rosary followed by a film from the catHolicisM series, closing with Benediction in the Church.contact: Jenny Roderick, 310-379-6541

You are invited to join us on a once-in-a-lifetime Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

12-days, February 24 - March 7, 2015, under the Spiritual Direction of Fr. Isaac Kalina, OSB. Download the color brochure and registration form

at w w w. G o C a t h o l i cTr a v e l . c o m / D i s a c c o , or contact John D’Isacco & Mary Hornickel at 310-546-1302

or m a r y a n d j o h n @ v i t a l i t y f o r l i f e . c o m . Space is limited. Register today!

John D'Isacco will present Sunday'S readingS in context: 2014 holy land pilgriMage docuMentary on Wednesday, June 11 at 7:30pM in St. Kateri.

All are welcome.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: � Nazareth - site of Annunciation � Boat ride on Sea of Galilee � Mt. Tabor - site of Transfiguration � Bethlehem - birthplace of Jesus � Jerusalem - Mt. of Olives & Mt. Zion � Upper Room & Garden of

Gethsemane � Via Dolorosa & Church of Holy

Sepulchre � Plus much, much more!

A Pilgrimage to the Holy LandWalking in the Footsteps of Jesus

12 Days: February 24 to March 7, 2015

Under the Spiritual Direction of Fr. Isaac Kalina, O.S.B.Group Coordinators: Mr. John D’Isacco & Ms. Mary Hornickel

Yes, please send me the brochure and registration form for “A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land” February 24 to March 7, 2015, led by Fr. Isaac Kalina, O.S.B. I understand the brochure and pricing will be available after June 1, 2014.

Name ________________________________________________________________________Address ______________________________________________________________________City _________________________________________________________________________Phone (______) _________________ Email __________________________________________

Please return to:John D’Isacco

1417 Pacific AveManhattan Beach, CA 90266

Travel Arrangements by:

Color brochure available after June 1, 2014To be placed on the priority mailing list to receive your full color brochure and registration form

(available after June 1, 2014) please complete and return the form below or contactMr. John D’Isacco & Ms. Mary Hornickel • Tel: (310) 546-1302 • Email: [email protected]

Save the Dates!

collection For the retirement Fund For priests NEXT WEEKEND will be the collection weekend for the Retirement Fund for Archdiocesan Priests. The Fund offers a way for us to give back to our Catholic priests who have served us so faithfully. Your contribution will help archdiocesan priests live modestly and peacefully in retirement. Help us offer thanks for their years of devotion to God and our communities.

"We have to remember that being a priest isn't a job. It is our deepest sacred identity. It is who we are." Archbishop Jose H. Gomez

Special envelopes are in the pews. Thank you for giving generously.



BABysitting co-op Monthly meeting is Monday, June 2 from 8:00-9:00pM. Contact one of the leaders below for the meeting location.New members are always welcome. Ministry contacts: Kelly Wolschon, 310-370-9420 or Mike Kersey, 310-921-0142

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55 plus - end oF yeAr potluck Please join us on Tuesday, June 3 at 11:00aM in St. Kateri for our End of the Year Potluck and short meeting. Bring a dish to feed 6 - 8 people.Sandwich-making at 9:00aM in O'Donnell Hall for St. Lawrence of Brindisi. We need more help with the sandwiches. Contact Diane Dumond, 310-374-9804, to help with sandwiches. Games by Judy will be prior to potluck, starting at 10:00aM in St. Kateri. Hosting this month is Judy; please RSVP to 310-374-9804.

eat a lot, Waste a little. All waste from today's Pancake Breakfast will be composted as part of a new waste reduction program. Thanks to Waste Management for providing bins and pick-up to keep our compostables out of the trash/landfill.

Monday Morning starters 9:00-10:30aMMondays, in the Parish House These weekly meetings are designed to help job-seekers create an action plan for the week ahead, offer support and an opportunity to network.

contact: Andrea Krych, [email protected] or check out our group on LinkedIn.

PanCake breakfasT ToDay The Pancake BreakFast Ministry is serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice & coffee in O’Donnell Hall after the 7:00, 8:00 and 9:30aM Masses. Please pay at the door! $6 / adults, $4 / children under 12, $25 / family (2 adults w/children)NEXT WEEK: Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors will serve Coffee and Donuts.

TO ALL AMERICAN MARTYRS PRESCHOOL FAMILIES AND ALUMNI FAMILIES

Our beloved Miss Jeannie has decided to retire from the

magical preschool she founded almost 15 years ago.

Please SAVE THE DATE and join us in celebrating with her

on Sunday, June 29 from 1:00pM-4:00pM in O'Donnell Hall.

Invitations to follow and please let others know.

Kids are welcome too. Go to w w w.goodbyemissjeannie.com for more information, to RSVP for the event, or if you would like to volunteer. Contact the preschool office,

310-802-8149 for more information.

God mounts his throne to shouts of joy:

a blare of trumpets for the LORD.

Ps 47

single seniors Join us Tuesday, June 10 at 1:00pM in the St. Kateri Room for the monthly meeting. Ministry contacts: Kay, 310-379-0130 or Magda, 323-469-0577

virtus - Protecting goD’s cHilDren

VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children awareness program in prevention of child sexual abuse is a requirement for all adults in contact with children on our parish campus. Parents in AMS and AMPreschool are required to attend the course to volunteer, and parents in Sunday Preschool, SRE, Lifeteen and sports programs are also encouraged to attend. Tuesday, June 10, 7:00 - 10:00pM, St. Kateri RoomWednesday, June 11, 8:30 - 11:30aM, Spirituality CenterSunday, June 29, 7:00 - 10:00pM, St. Kateri Room

VIRTUS Recertification, “Renewing the Promise”, is due every 4 years after initial training. Monday, June 30, 7:00 - 8:30pM, St. Kateri Room

Register by contacting Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 or 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 g

AltAr society: yeAr end mAss And BreAkFAst On Thursday, June 12, the intention of the 8:00aM Mass will be for 'The Altar Society and their families.' Breakfast will follow immediately in St. Kateri. If you can’t make it for Mass, please come for breakfast and an FYI on the past year, and on the future for The Altar Society. It will be our last get together until next September. Join us whether you’re a member or not. Everyone is welcome; no reservation needed. More inFo: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016


Commission Chair: Katie Wargnier 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

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Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodImagine that someone you love - spouse, parent, sibling - told you they were leaving; that they would be gone a long time and you couldn't go along. Your feelings would probably range from worry to frustration and maybe even anger. On this Sunday, we celebrate the Ascension of the Lord and we can imagine that the Apostles witnessing the event likely had all those feelings.Interestingly, our first reading from the Book of Acts has more details of the Ascension than our Gospel reading from Matthew, which is at the very end of the Book of Matthew. There is an element of the Ascension of Jesus that raises a question. Why did the Lord depart earth in that way? He could have simply vanished or left in any way imaginable. Most scholars believe that He wanted the Apostles, and He wanted us through their witness, to see Him leave in such a way that we would know He was physically gone. This is similar to your loved one driving away or getting on an airplane.The unfortunate part of physical departures is that after a while we start to talk about the person in the past tense. We use phrases such as "He was . . ". However, Jesus' last words are:“I am with you always until the end of the age.”He is there for us every day and every moment. Through the Holy Spirit He will provide us the strength to be good stewards. We must pray for that strength and then use it to do what is right.So next time you pray to the Lord, think about Him in the present tense because He is with you and in you and all around you.As it says in Hebrews Chapter 13 Verse 8, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever."

PlanneD giving Do you intend to remember American Martyrs Church or School in your will or trust? Don’t put it off until later. The government already has a plan for you if you do not make one that includes your own charitable intent.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

time talent treasure

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

care notes can Help you cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently, such as:Why Prayer is Good Medicine Five Ways to Get Through the First Year of Loss What Grieving Does to the BodyPlease deposit donations in the Poor Box.

Beginning AgAin

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation and divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, June 3 from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Anger."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

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stephen ministry 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!

Join us in this 5 week journey to learn the quickest, surest, easiest way to sainthood!

On this journey, you will meet four of the great Marian saints: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Mother Teresa, and St. John Paul II.

Each participant will need to purchase the book, "33 Days to Morning Glory" by Fr. Michael Gaitley, available at St. Anthony’s Gift Shop in El Segundo or at A m a z o n . c o m . Please bring your book to all sessions.

Beginning on June 14, we will meet Saturday mornings 9:00 – 10:30aM in the Spirituality Center. To register for this program, please call Terri Sabosky 310-630-7163 or Janet Wilson, 310-640-1608.



donAtions needed - sleeping BAgs And clothing

Matthew 25 Ministry is in need of donations of (new or gently used) sleeping bags, sneakers, sweat pants and shirts for several of our monthly "Feeding the Hungry/Clothing the Naked" projects.During the week, donations can be left in the gray collection bins at the bottom of the stairs to the downstairs parking lot or at the Parish Center Office. Questions? Contact PJ Murphy at p j m u r p h y 9 0 2 6 6 @ g m a i l . c o m

Commission Chair: Kathleen Truman s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g respect liFe ministry

Please come to a Special Screening of the film, “40” Thursday, June 5, 7:00PM St. James Catholic Church, 415 Vincent Street, Redondo Beach

The Life, Justice and Peace Department in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles invites you to a screening of a very special Pro-Life film, “40”. St. James Parish in Redondo Beach is one of four parishes in the L.A. Archdiocese that will screen the film in June. It will take place on Thursday evening, June 5 from 7:00-9:00pM. Please plan on attending, and bring friends of any faith.

“40” looks at both sides of this heated issue and addresses some of the strongest arguments for the pro-choice position such as "it's my body, my choice" countered by pro-life answers from a wide array of pro-life leaders. “40” provides heartfelt testimonies from post-abortive women and men as well as women who once worked in Planned Parenthood clinics and several former abortion providers. “40” reports on the devastating effects of abortion in the Black and Hispanic communities… The film chronicles the lifesaving work of Pregnancy Centers who provide women with real options such as adoption. “40” features an inspirational look at the annual March for Life in Washington, D. C. and presents the youth as the generation that will end abortion. Beautifully shot and eloquently produced, it is a must see for all people, young and old.

Rev. Msgr. Joseph V. Brennan, Moderator of the Curia/Vicar General, Los Angeles Archdiocese

The documentary “40” presents the pro-life movement in the United States through the eyes, the words, and the experiences of its members. It offers an eye-opening review of history to those new to the pro-life cause, and reminds us all of how far we have come and of the challenges we still face in standing up for life.

Francis Cardinal George, O.M.I, Archbishop of Chicago

For information about the Respect Life Ministry, contact Steve Perry, 818-800-5653 | s t e v e n . m i c h a e l . p e r r y @ g m a i l . c o m

Engaging SpiritualityAre you deeply concerned about our world?

Are you thirsty for God and hungry for justice in the world?

Do you long to be contemplative and compassionate?If you are, the Social Justice and Outreach Commission invites you attend an information meeting about a program called Engaging Spirituality. The meeting will be Monday, June 2, in the Spirituality Center, 7:00-8:00pm.What is Engaging Spirituality? It is…• a spiritual journey for small groups that explores

the connection between prayerful presence and social ministry,

• a practical challenge to follow Christ into the broken heart of our world,

• an opportunity to apply contemplative wisdom to the needs and possibilities of our times.

“(Those) who attempt to act and do things for others or for the world without deepening (their) own self-understanding … and capacity to love, will not have anything to give others.” – Thomas MertonPlease RSVP to Tony Fadale, a . f a d a l e @ v e r i z o n . n e t or 310-542-9696

2014 EKPTO PROM ~ California Dream'in Friday, June 6, 7:00 - 10:30pm

The Exceptional Kids Parent Teacher Organization, which provides social and educational enrichment to physically

and mentally disabled youth, is in need of volunteers at its annual Prom Night at the Hacienda Hotel in El Segundo.

They are in need of help at: 1:00 - 5:00pm for decorating ~ 6:30 - 9:00pm to serve food ~ 10:30pm for clean-upThey are also looking for: Prom Dresses, all sizes for our Exceptional Young Ladies.Many parishioners have also been generous with sponsoring students for the $20

tickets, and they can continue to do so at the organization’s website, w w w. E K P TO. o r g .

For more information, contact EKPTO board member Lee Dolley, l d o l l e y 1 @ v e r i z o n . n e t or contact the Torrance office, 888-MYEKPTO or e-mail to i n f o @ e k p t o. o r g .


FAith FormAtion

The ArT of SpiriTuAl DirecTionSpiritual direction is an ancient ministry, a unique one-to-one relationship in which a trained person assists another person in the search for an ever closer union of love with God. Directors listen carefully to the unfolding of directees' lives to help them discern the ways in which God is leading them. The practice of spiritual direction consists much more of "holy listening" rather than direction in the sense of offering guidance or direct advice.American Martyrs Church maintains a list of Certified Spiritual Directors who have received training, formation, and are members of Spiritual Directors International. They are committed to spiritual growth, both personally and with those they accompany on their journey. For more information and help finding a Certified Spiritual Director, contact Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

Be Still and Know that I Am God. Psalm 46:10

ongoIng faITh forMaTIon & enrIChMenT

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, 310-379-5241Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30aM, in SS. Brigid/Brendan RoomCONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING (on Summer break) contact: Sharon Law, S h a r o n 5 8 2 @ v e r i z o n . n e t MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pM in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room contact: Avito Moniz, 310-430-5257 or Beverly, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651

Adult AltAr servers needed

WHat We Do: We are altar servers for Funeral or Memorial Masses and on occasion are asked to serve at other special Masses.WHen? Funeral or Memorial Masses are scheduled weekday mornings and afternoons and Saturdays.WHat is tHe coMMitMent? When a Funeral or Memorial Mass is scheduled, a notice is sent to all adult altar servers. You respond to the request only if you are available to serve at that time.If you are interested in this extremely rewarding ministry, or have questions, contact Yvonne Amantea, 310-545-3312.

Belonging: “Come Unto Me”Tuesday evenings

7:30pM - 8:30pM, St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center

(use Pacific Ave. entrance)

“Lord, you have passed over into new life, and you now invite us to pass over also. We pray that as we turn to you, our faces will never look back. Instead, like you, let us make heaven on earth in our hearts.” -- St. Bernard of Clairvaux 12th c.

The effect of God’s grace is to bring us back to our original and intended course, with a yearning for increased holiness and infinite goodness. God’s grace is experienced in many ways and times, and particularly in prayer. It is our experience of God’s grace that can then be reflected back to all of life. Please join us in prayer during this Easter season. We begin with a brief reading, followed by two periods of silent prayer, closing with “Our Father.” Newcomers are always welcome.Please join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! For further information, call Donna Ennis 310-545-7920“Peace to you! As the Father has sent me, I also send you.” Mother Marie des Douleurs, Benedictine Sisters of Jesus Crucified

contemplAtive prAyerWeekly Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe

Please join us on Wednesdays from 10:00-11:30am in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room for Scripture Readings and discussion with Fr. Joe. Join us for any or all sessions. All are welcome.



FAith FormAtion

scrip corner American Martyrs Gift Scrip - a perfect way to say Thank You!For teachers, staff, coaches, volunteers, birthdays and other occasions where you want to say "thanks for all you do."The receiver can redeem the Gift Scrip at the office for any of the over 100 items we have in stock. It is available in $5, $10, $20, $25, $50 and $100 denominations.Sales Hours: Weekdays, 7:45aM - 3:45pM (Fridays till 1:00pm) Sunday, 7:45aM - 11:30aM

special orders or otHer info: Contact the Scrip office at 310-545-5651 x289 / [email protected]

AmericAn mArtyrs youth ministry every tuesDay nigHt - teen tuesDay! Sit back, hang out, pray, and build community. Evenings may include scripture study, Catholic Trivia games, or praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet or Rosary. If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica Leon at m l e o n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r gFind us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM contact: a m y m @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

American Martyrs School

FAmilies in FAith Click the FaMilies in FaitH tab on the church website for information on• AMS and SRE important dates for the coming

academic year• Links to resources to supplement your child’s faith

formation• What volunteering means within the important

ministry of catechesis.Your child has just completed another year of faith formation in the AMS religion class or the SRE weekly lessons. Quick – can you name the Beatitudes? Can you recite the creed? Your child can! Volunteering in our after-school religious instruction programs is a great way to reconnect with your own Catholic faith. Your gifts will ensure our children and teens have a caring environment where they can explore their relationship with God, in the company of their friends. Share your gifts with our parish – you’ll be glad you did!

Thank you to our SRE teachers for your love and support of our children and teens during this past year. May you enjoy your summer break!

Registration for SRE, the parish religious education program for grades 1-8 is currently available online. New registrations are required for siblings and new families.Returning students may be re-enrolled through the parent portal link on the website.

contact: Patti Williams, Director of Religious Education 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 g

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDRENBy teaching “total body safety” we further efforts to stop child sexual abuseWhen teaching parents, stress that their child’s entire body is private and to be watchful of adults who might be “grooming” a child by constantly tickling, kissing, or hugging them. A child will often tell a parent he or she does not want to hug or kiss someone. Teach parents to listen to their children and respect their wishes! Stress to teens the importance of

“total body safety” in their relationships with others. Tell them, “Just because a person is a close friend or even a girlfriend or boyfriend, that does not give them a right to touch you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable.” By teaching “total body safety” to adults, children, and young people, we are furthering our efforts to stop child sexual abuse and to make the world a safer place for all of God’s children. For a copy of the VIRTUS® article, “Beyond the myth of the bathing suit,” email: j v i e n n a @ l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g . For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

sundAy preschool registrAtion For 2014-15 Links to Sunday Preschool Registration can be found on the a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s. o rg 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? Contact April Beuder at a b e u d e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r y t r s . o r g or Kristen Holleran at 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 .

AMS Used Uniform Sale - TODAY, JUNE 1 after all MassesDid you know that AMS has gently-used school uniforms that look like new and are less than half the price of a new uniform? Stop by O'Donnell Hall after all Masses - there are lots of sizes, especially for Kindergartners and younger grades. The proceeds from the Used Uniform Sale goes to our AMS library to buy new books for our kiddos! Cash or checks only. See you at the sale!For more information, contact our Librarian, Mrs. Covelli at j c o v e l l i @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g or Debbi Drewry at d e b b i d r e w r y @ y a h o o. c o m / 310-488-1265.


Contact Information & Resources

A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-214-4851CASA 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

Business Manager Bob Hodges bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoral council president Gregory McGinity pcpresident@AmericanMar tyrs.org310-922-7931

finance council president Charles Wilmot [email protected]

adult BaptisM, confirMation & eucHarist

Deacon Derek & Terri Brown rc ia@AmericanMar t yrs.org

BaptisM preparation for infants Deacon Fred & Suzie Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

funeral planning & BereaveMent

Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.orgyamantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

liturgy & WorsHip Deacon Derek & Terri Brown dbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.orgtbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.org

stepHen Ministry Deacon Dick & Patti Williams 310-545-8244

finance director Pattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.org

gyM, field & atHletics Lou Ann Selsky l se lsky@AmericanMar t yrs.org

Music director Bill Svarda 310-640-8505

parisH center adMinistrator & facilities coordinator

Dottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.org

parisH coMMunications Anne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.org

plant Manager Tony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.org

rectory office adMinistrator Laurie Oester, Ph.D rec tor y@AmericanMar t yrs.org

tecHnology Vicki Terbovich vterbovich@AmericanMar t yrs.org

volunteer Ministry forMation Jenny Attanasio jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

rectory 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639 fax 310-546-9209

ParisH center 1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639 fax 310-545-3971

principal Camryn Connelly ams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs scHool 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559 fax 310-545-3971

prescHool director Jeannie Wood preschool@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs PrescHool 1705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-802-8149

religious eDucation 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-546-4734

director, religious education Patti Williams pwil l iams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

director, youtH Ministry Monica Leon amym@AmericanMar t yrs.org

director, sunday prescHool April Beuder abeuder@AmericanMar t yrs.org

PARISH FACILITIES

PARISH CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Center Office and St. Kateri Room (enter from Deegan Place) O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room (enter from O'Donnell parking lot)

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 on Church /School property and enter from schoolyard

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

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Beyond our Parish

WELCOME! We extend our hands and hearts in Christian fellowship to you here, celebrating with us, whether long-time residents or newly arrived to our parish. We thank God that you are with us. To become part of our Faith Community, please fill out this form and we will mail you a Registration Card to complete and return. The Registration Card may be dropped in the collection basket, left at the Parish Center, Rectory, mailed or faxed to 310-546-9209. Thank you!

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BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND - June 13-15This weekend program 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. Beginning Experience is recognized by the Office of Family Life for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. contact: Peg Setti, 818-767-1007 or Brenda Mikhail, 818-352-5265 for info/registration. 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 .

PREGNANCY HELP CENTER - Volunteer Nurses NeededCan you spare 4 hours per month?Pro-life medical clinic needs volunteer RNs and NPs to perform pregnancy and STD testing. California nursing license must be current; on-site training will be provided; no new grads. QualificationS: Caring, compassionate nurses possessing desire to support mothers who choose life for their unborn.Contact Victoria Koh, Nurse Manager, 310-320-8976 for details.www. p h c t o r r a n c e . o r g

June 16 - August 22 for ages 5 - 12 Fun Week, 9aM-3pM - $240

Fun Week 1/2 Day, 3 hours - $135 Drop-In - $60 per day

Gym & Field

gym & Field rentAls For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720 For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.

gym Activities SeniorS exerciSe - Community is welcome! Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am

Women'S Volleyball Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00-10:00am. All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. contact: Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]’S and Women’S coed Volleyball Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. contact: John Wargnier 310-796-1058 | j o h n w a r g n i e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r ggyM contact: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-8720 [email protected]

Gym & Field

TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS - Second Sunday of every monthSt. Anthony’s Catholic Church in El Segundo is pleased to announce that Archbishop Jose Gomez has given his blessing for the Traditional Latin Mass, Extraordinary Form, to be celebrated at St. Anthony’s, 215 Lomita Street, El Segundo. The Traditional Latin Mass with celebrant Fr. Mike Carcerano will be celebrated at 1:30pM on the second Sunday of every month beginning Sunday, June 8. contact: Robert Koran, 310-322-2582 | r o b e r t . k o r a n @ g m a i l . c o m To sing or serve the Mass contact George Sarah ‘Una Voce LA’ at g e o r g e s a r a h @ e a r t h l i n k . n e t .

SAVE THE DATE - Sunday, June 23 - SPECIAL LECTURE ON THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CARDINAL TIMOTHY MANNING For over 55 years, we in Southern California and the Church universal were blessed by the ministry of a good and faithful servant of the Gospel, Cardinal Timothy Manning.This coming June 23 is the 25th anniversary of the death of this truly good shepherd. On that day, St. John’s Seminary will sponsor a lecture by Monsignor Francis Weber, "Cardinal Timothy Manning: The Human Side of a Princely Cleric" at 7:15pM at St. John Baptist de la Salle Parish, Granada Hills. Admission is free. Contact the Seminary’s Advancement Office for further information at a d v a n c e m e n t @ s t j o h n s e m . e d u or 805-389-2035.


Join us At pAncAke BreAkFAst todAy!

neW pArishioner Welcome

at the ParisH Pancake BreAkFAst immediately after the 9:30aM MassAll new parishioners welcome!

Please stop by the tables in O'Donnell and meet the newest members

of our parish community.

The vision of American Martyrs as a parish is to be "a Welcoming Community."

This calls all of us, as parishioners, to take part in making our community

a "welcoming place."We ask you to please take one weekend

and model this spirit by serving as a Greeter at Mass.

Our parishioners are of all ages so we would like greeters

of all ages on our front steps. Whether you are a long-time parishioner

or new to the parish, young or old, single, a couple or a family with young

children, you arrive at the Mass of your choosing 15 minutes early and model the

welcoming attitude that Pope Francis has called us to.

Go to the AM website, see our Orientation notes and video and schedule your Mass. It's that

easy, really. Questions? Contact Er in McGarry,

[email protected] i t takes is a smile and a hel lo

FORTNIGHT FOR FREEDOM: FREEDOM TO SERVE will take place from June 21 to July 4, 2014, a time when our liturgical calendar celebrates a series of great martyrs who remained faithful in the face of persecution by political power - St. Thomas More and St. John Fisher, St. John the Baptist, SS. Peter and Paul, and the First Martyrs of the Church of Rome.

The theme of this year's Fortnight will focus on the freedom to serve the poor and vulnerable in accord with human dignity and the Church's teaching.

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