ENTER DATE AND TITLETDAATR NTEE LTE AND TIT EENTER DATE AND TITLETDAATR NTEE LTE AND TIT EDECEMBER 20, 2015 FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Fr. Patrick Mullen, Pastor5205 Upland Road, Camarillo, CA 93012(805) 482-6417 • FAX: (805) 987-8100After Hours Emergency (805) 512-3208e-mail parish@padreserra.orgwww.padreserra.org

LiturgiesMonday - Friday 8:00amSaturday 5:00pmSunday 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)Saturday 3:45 - 4:45pm

Blessed Sacrament Chapel HoursSunday - Friday 8:00am - 9:00pmSaturday 3:00pm - 9:00pmFirst Friday Adoration 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Office HoursMonday - Thursday 8:00am - 7:00pmFriday 8:00am - 5:00pmSaturday 1:15pm - 6:15pmSunday 8:00am - 1:00pm

Serra Center Rentalwww.serra-center.org

St. Mary Magdalen School, TK-82534 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 93010(805) 482-2611 www.smmschool.net

Contact Us

Please know our parish staff is available via emailusing their firstname@padreserra.org

We want to answer your questions about:

Baptism JaneSunday Pre-School EveFirst Communion Mary, EveChildren Christine, EveMiddle School Britney, EveHigh School Brett, EveYoung Adults BrettBecoming Catholic CatherineMarriage & Weddings TeresaMinistries TeresaSeniors TeresaLiturgy and Music DominicFunerals Jane

Ask Jane, Anne, EveHelp Jane, TeresaJoin Anne, EveGive Pam, Alan

Enjoy the courtyard this Sunday; there will becoffee, friends and sand.

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Mass/Worship Schedule

Christmas EveThursday, December 244:00pm4:15pm in the Serra Center6:30pm11:00pm (with carols at 10:30)

Christmas DayFriday, December 2510:00am

New Year’s DayFriday, January 1, 201610:00am

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Christmas Thoughts

I can still vividly remember childhood memories of deeply colored and hot electric lights, strungon a live Christmas tree, releasing the most beautiful pine fragrance, combined with the smell of a realwood fire. As scents can so often do, this one takes me back to magical memories of stockings, angels andtheir instruments on spun glass and holly garlands. I remember finding a piece of gum in my stocking thathad lain there, undiscovered for an entire year! That seemed like such a special moment at the time … as Ithink back on my reflections as a five­year­old, so many decades past, I find myself wondering why? Icertainly wouldn’t find the discovery of an old stick of gum special now. It would be lovely to recover thatchildhood joy for small things.

I encourage you to think back to your own best childhood experiences of Christmas. Can youremember the excitement of Christmas sights and the whiffs of baking cakes, filled with cinnamon, andginger, and nutmeg? Do you remember the happy look on your mom’s face when she pulled out Christmastreasures from boxes, decorations stored these many months past? Can you remember the exquisite,almost painful, excitement of having to go to bed on Christmas Eve? How could they have thought youwould sleep at all on Christmas Eve?

What has happened to us in the meantime? Both good and bad, I’m sure.I refuse to believe that we’re incapable of that same intense capacity to be moved by adult

experiences that we had as children. Perhaps, the only way to get back to the old immoderate excitement isto be moved by something else … something with an adult focus … something that says that all of life ismeaningful, that our efforts matter, that our lives make a difference. We can’t find that in presents under atree, like we once did. Biblical commentator Roy Smith commented that those who have not foundChristmas in their hearts will never find it under a tree.

I was given pause by one of Fr. Ron Rolheiser’s reflections: “Our hearts are good. We wantChristmas to renew us spiritually, but our lives are too pressured, too full of activity and tiredness. … Thespirit of Christmas is still in us, real, but lying like a neglected Baby in the straw waiting to be picked up.And we do intend to pick up the Baby. …”

At the heart of things … everything is about that Baby. So I invite you, with the willful openness ofour passed childhoods, to go to the manger and pick up that Infant. Contemplate over the message of thatBaby’s entrance into our world, as a human, how good it is to be a human. Consider, from that Baby’shelplessness, how acceptable it is for us to be bewildered and overwhelmed by life. Know, from yourreflection on that Baby’s eternal existence at the right hand of theFather who sent Him, that you are so deeply loved by both the Senderand the Sent.

May the Father, who also sent angels to watch over His Baby, guidethose same angels to watch over you, and all you love, this Christmas.

Fr. Patrick Pastor

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Adults

Welcome Home to Returning Catholics! ~ Begins January 6We are so glad you’re here! If you’ve been away for awhile andhave questions or just want a safe place to share your story andconcerns, we invite you to consider Landings, a ten week smallgroup journey of exploration with other returning Catholics. We willmeet Wednesdays, January 6 – March 16, 7:00pm in the SanFernando room. Questions 482­6417 x341. To learn more about theLandings journey, visit http://landingsintl.org/returning­to­the­church.

Spiritual GiftsHave you ever … wondered what God’s will isfor your life? Been unsure about what you wouldmost excel at or enjoy? Sought greater personal orspiritual growth? Discovering God’s Vision forYour Life: You and Your Spiritual Gifts explores these concerns andmore! Watch for details about this experience beginning in January.

OneLife LA ~ Saturday, January 23Walk with thousands in this archdiocesan event that raises awarenessand celebrates the value and protection of all human life. The eventbegins with a walk from Olvera Street to City Hall, culminating in afamily­friendly event with speakers, entertainment, food trucks andother festivities. Join our parish team and learn more today in theMinistry Corner or contact Michelle 469­8272. Visitwww.onelifela.org for speakers, schedules, maps and more.

Young Adults

The Bean Meet and Greet ~ December 21If you are between 18 and 30 and are interested in Young AdultMinistry, we will be gathering at the Coffee Bean Patio on Arneillfor a meet and greet to discuss our plans for activities during theholidays. Please join us on December 21 at 3:00pm. For questions,please contact Christian Ramos at (805) 415­9372.

High School Teens

4:12 Youth Ministry ~ Stay HomeCome hang out with friends next year, 7:00­9:00pm, Serra Center.January 4, 11 and 25.

Confirmation Y1 ~ January 3 and 10Mass, Fellowship, Learning 11:00am to 2:00pm.

Youth Day ~ January 16See page 2 for details. About 100 teens from PSP will be there! Get aticket and sit with us!

Twitter and InstagramFollow @pspyouth to get the latest info from Brett on all youthactivities at Padre Serra.

Children

Altar Server Training ~ Begins January 10Think about becoming an altar server. Mr. Shadduck is offering hisannual training on seven Sundays from January 10 to March 6 forboys and girls grades 5 through 10. Learn about the order of theMass, how to move, carry things, keep stillness and silence, as wellas about all the responsibilities to support the presider and the wholeassembly. Contact Robert_Shadduck@msn.com.

Mass Time Stay and Play ~ Every Sunday!Miss Amanda is helping out while Miss Nicole takes a break for acouple of weeks. Please come by and see all the toys and books wehave for toddlers!! Your little one will be lovingly cared for whileyou go to Mass. Stay and Play is in the 4th room on the right in thecourtyard during the 9:00 and 11:00am masses, no cost. You arewelcome to stay to be sure your little one is settled in.

Little Church ~ January 3, 10, 24 and 31Happy Christmas!! See you next year!

Spark! ~ January 4 and 6Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! See you the 1st, 2nd and4th weeks in January for more fun and learning about Jesus!

Three:Sixteen ~ January 4, 11 and 25Be kind and grateful!! See you next year!

On the fountain side of the courtyard ... friendly, helpful people!This Week: St. Vincent ~ See’s Candy

OneLife LA RegistrationNew Year’s Eve Gala Fundraiser!

Next Week: New Year’s Eve Gala Fundraiser!

Ministry Corner: Discover, Engage, Enjoy

Advent Penance ServiceSt. Mary Magdalen, CamarilloMonday, December 21, 7:00pm

Parish Staff Enjoys Holidays!!The parish office will be closed as follows:Thursday, December 24, open 8:00am to noon.Friday, December 25, closedSaturday, December 26, closedThursday, December 31, open 8:00am to noonFriday, January 1, closedFor an emergency that requires a priest, please call (805) 512­3208.

Other Notes

Come and SeeCurious about the Catholic Church? We have an ongoing inquirygroup that meets on Tuesday evenings to answer any questions youmay have. Please accept this invitation to ‘come and see’ byemailing Catherine Shadduck at catherine@padreserra.org or call482­6417 x331.

Becoming Catholic

Pray for Our SickPaul Boog, Devan Boyd, Lisa Evans, Lynn Ferrone, Ava LynnLozano, Efigenia Romero and Connie Williams. (Names arerefreshed monthly.)

Remember Our DeadPrayers and sympathy to family and friends of those who have diedrecently:Ruth McCarville, RIPBeloved aunt of Dora Doles

Krystyna Slevak, RIPMay they enjoy peace in their life with Christ Jesus.

Prayer OpportunitiesOur Lady of Perpetual Help: Wednesdays 6:30pm, ChurchAdoration: First Fridays 2:00pm­7:00pm, ChapelCentering Prayer: Wednesdays 6:45pm, Brides RoomDaily Readings: www.usccb.orgMorning Prayer: Monday – Friday 7:45am, ChurchRosary: Monday – Friday 8:30am, ChurchPrayer Chain: offers prayers and support anytime.Contact Dorothy Brotea 388­0041 orBette Church 482­0067

Mass Intentions: Monthly schedules are available inthe parish office, and www.padreserra.org and via theQR code at right.

Our Prayer Life

Fourth Sunday of Advent ~ Obedience to God’s willLuke 1:39–45When was it hardest for me to trust in God’s plan, as Mary did?What can help me at such times?

Faith Sharing

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Cancer Support Group ~ December 22Embracing Your Journey provides hope, empowerment, love andprayer in a comforting atmosphere of encouragement. It is a safeenvironment for people touched by cancer to connect with others in aproductive and spiritual way. Meets 4th Tuesday, 7:00pm. Lou AnnPaolella 551­8014.

Caregivers Support Group ~ December 22Caritas offers support to those who are caring for an aging parent,relative, or spouse. Meets 4th Tuesday, 7:00pm. Patricia Sentianinsentclan@gmail.com

Open Hearts (LGBT) ~ December 22We are a fellowship ministry where LBGT brothers, sisters, and theirfamilies and friends in Christ are welcome and a safe harbor toexplore spirituality and share experiences, strength, and hope. Meets2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00pm in the San Fernando room.

Career Transition Ministry helps the unemployed andunderemployed focus their job search, improve resume and interviewskills, network. Meets 1st Wednesday, 7:00­8:00pm, San Miguelroom. Steven Loeffler careertransition@verizon.net

Bereavement Support Group offers support to those who have losta loved one. Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday, 9:00am. Julia Snell 482­6596, jhsnailmail@roadrunner.com

Good Samaritans offers assistance with meals to those who arerecovering from illness, accidents, injuries, and surgeries. GwenRipplinger 797­6864 or Denise Ginty 388­3897

Many Meals of Camarillo provides hot meals, food, and other lifeessentials for those struggling to make ends meet. Meals are servedtwice a week 5:00­6:15pm on Mondays at St. Mary MagdalenChurch and Thursdays at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Pat Yost 388­8742.

Prayer Chain offers prayer support anytime, all year long. ContactDorothy Brotea 388­0041 or Bette Church 482­0067

Special Families provides community and spiritual support fortransitioning special needs teens and young adults (16+), theirfamilies and friends. Meets 4th Wednesday, 7:00pm. MonicaSpooner 484­8379, ronspooner@verizon.net.

St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on aperson­to­person basis. Aid may take the form of intervention,consultation, or often through direct dollar or in­kind service. Thosein need of assistance should call 504­4753.

Stephen Ministry provides confidential, one­on­one support tothose hurting or in need of support. Don’t take the journey alone, atrained minister is waiting to help you. 482­6417 x363

Pastoral Care is available in the parish office with Teresa Runyon,Faith Life Minister. Teresa will help to discern your needs andprovide referrals to our many support ministries, clergy or otherresources. 482­6417, teresa@padreserra.org

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