Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish Community

820 N. Garfield Ave. Montebello, California 90640

MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. SUNDAY MASS ON SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY: IN ENGLISH 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Teen Mass) DOMINGO-MISA EN ESPAÑOL: 12:30 p.m.

HOLY DAYS: 7:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Evening before Holy Days: 7:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. BAPTISM: Infants & Children register in the Rectory Office RCIA: Call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478 MARRIAGES: Couples must call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance.

February 4, 2018

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NEW PARISHIONERS

We encourage all Catholic adults living within the parish, and those who would like to join our parish to register. We are blessed to have you celebrate with us, and we warmly welcome you to our parish family! To register please contact the Rectory Office.

CONTACT/INFORMATION

NOVENA: Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Monday, 7:00 p.m.

ADORATION: Second Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS: Holy Hour, 6-7 p.m.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: After 7:30 a.m. Mass

HOLY HOUR AND ROSARY OF THE UNBORN: 3rd Wednesday, 8:00 a.m.

24 HRS. PREGNANCY PRO-LIFE: Hotline (323) 261-0731 LINEA DE EMERGENCIA PRO-VIDA 24 hrs. (323) 261-0731

CONTACT INFORMATION Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmparish.com Email: olmm1950@gmail.com (323) 725-7578 Fax (323) 722-2654 Office Hours Monday—Friday- 8am-6pm Saturday— 8am-5pm Sunday— 8am-2:30pm

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Vianney, Pastor Rev. Joachim Lepcha, Associate Deacon Fred Rios, Permanent Deacon Deacon Fred Lara, Permanent Deacon

Administrative Staff

Connie Lizarraga, Administrative Assistant Belinda Delgadillo, Office Manager Ana Torres, Secretary/Spanish Ministries Sara Felix, Office Assistant Kevin Saenz, Office Assistant Camelia Robles, Social Service Director/Plant Manager

Ministries

Roy Ramirez, Youth Confirmation olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com

(323)725-7578 Ext. 313 or (562)879-9478 Roy Ramirez, RCIA

(323)725-7578 Ext. 313 or (562) 879-9478 Alan Leoncio, Music Coordinator (323) 725-7578

Religious Education

Irma Montreal, Coordinator (323) 725-7578, Ext. 312 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesday 12pm-8pm, Friday by appointment only

Eucharistic Ministers

Hector Medrano (323)725-7578 hecmesa@att.net

Lectors Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668

Altar Servers

Call Rectory Office at (323)725-7578 or direct questions bemarie113@gmail.com Christine Silva, Bulletin (323)725-7578

olmmbulletin@gmail.com

Parish School Analisa Moreno, Principal Arleene Molina, Administrative Assistant 840 North Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmschool.com (323) 728-5435 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

Pray for the Dead PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners, Ray Cabrera, Andrea Mirales, Ismael Delgado, Laberto Hizon,

Jose de la Luz Galvan, Theresa Du Montier, Daren Spanks, Ralph Aguelles, Armida M. Valdavinos, Julia Gonzales,

Gustavo Rubio Miramontes, Cathy Flores Cano, Dale Waite, Elizabeth “Betty” Waite and Al Zuniga

Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

Altar Server Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday – February 5, 6, 7 7:30 a.m. Isaac L. Abril R. Sophia R. 7:00 p.m. Savannah C. Edgar C. Lucia M. Thursday & Friday – February 8 & 9 7:30 a.m. Brandon R. Sophia R. Abril R. 7:00 p.m. Francisco G. Marissa G. Aurora M. Saturday, February 10 7:30 a.m. --- 5:00 p.m. Andrew A. Summer V. Isaac V. Noah C. Sunday, February 11 8:30 a.m. George F. Sofia F. Marcus C. Jessica E. 10:30 a.m. Lucia M. Lynsy O. Isabelle I. Samantha I. 12:30 p.m. Emiliano L David A. Gabriel M. 6:00 p.m. Victor P. Ryan S. Lijah S. C. Jackie C.

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SUNDAY, February 4, 2018 8:30 am Parish Family 10:30 am Ralph De La Fuente Priscilla Castellanos Jessie Jacquez Alex Ortiz 12:30 pm Tomas Jimenez Guerrero Maria J. Vasquez Teodocia Estrada Santos 6:00 pm Raymundo Lopez David Ulloa MONDAY, February 5 7:30 am Aguedo de la Cruz (Dec. B’day) Enriqueta Cardenas (Dec. Anniv.) 7:00 pm Ana Rodriguez (Dec. Anniv.) TUESDAY, February 6 7:30 am Jesse Quiroz (Dec. Anniv.) Robert Davis (Dec.) 7:00 pm Lucino Concepcion (Dec. Anniv.) Arthur Castro (Dec.) Joi Castro (Dec.) WEDNESDAY, February 7 7:30 am Rodney Trujillo (Liv.) 7:00 pm Enrique Cisneros (Dec. Anniv.) THURSDAY, February 8, 2018 7:30 am 7:00 pm FRIDAY, February 9 7:30 am Amelia Felix (Liv. B’day) 7:00 pm Jasmine Leon Santos (Dec.) SATURDAY. February 10 7:30 am Darey, Penny, Tristan & Zarah Hwo (Liv.) 5:00 pm Delaney Ruth Regalado Antonia Genove Andrew Lucero Jonathan Saldaña

Preview of Next Sunday’s Readings Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 11, 2018 First reading: Leviticus 13:1-2,44-46 Second reading: Corinthians10:31-11:1 Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 A reading from the first Book of Leviticus The Lord said to Moses and Aaron, "If someone has on his skin a scab or pustule or blotch which appears to be the sore of leprosy, he shall be brought to Aaron, the priest, or to one of the priests among his descendants. If the man is leprous and unclean, the priest shall declare him unclean by reason of the sore on his head. "The one who bears the sore of leprosy shall keep his garments rent and his head bare, and shall muffle his beard; he shall cry out, 'Unclean, unclean!' As long as the sore is on him he shall declare himself unclean, since he is in fact unclean. He shall dwell apart, making his abode outside the camp." A reading from the first Letter of Saint Paul to the Corinthians Brothers and sisters, Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God. Avoid giving offense, whether to the Jews or Greeks or the church of God, just as I try to please everyone in every way, not seeking my own benefit but that of the many, that they may be saved. Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ. A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Mark A leper came to Jesus and kneeling down begged him and said, "If you wish, you can make me clean." Moved with pity, he stretched out his hand, touched him, and said to him, "I do will it. Be made clean." The leprosy left him immediately, and he was made clean. Then, warning the him sternly, he dismissed him at once. He said to him, "See that you tell no one anything, but go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses prescribed; that will be proof for them." The man went away and began to publicize the whole matter. He spread the report abroad so that it was impossible for Jesus to enter a town openly. He remained outside in deserted places, and people kept coming to him from everywhere.

Mass Intentions

SUNDAY COLLECTION

01/28/2018 01/29/2017 Envelopes (387) $7,011.00 $6,944.00 Loose $3,064.00 $3,723.00 Total $10,075.00 $10,667.00 Repair & Maintenance $1,348.00 $1,374.00 Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible.

Thank you for your generosity.

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 4, 2018 [The Lord ]tells the number of the stars and calls each by name. -Psalm 147:4

Together in Mission 2018 Today, Sunday February 4, 2018, we welcome Father John Kyebasuuta. Fr. John is Pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Monterey Park. He will be speaking on behalf of “Together in Mission”. St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, is a recipient of Together in Mission funds.

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YOUTH CONFIRMATION

Quinceañera Mass If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 302, and ask for Chris.

Sacramental Marriage Information If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 302, and ask for Chris.

Religious Education Office Hours R.E. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; Wednesday 12:00 to 8:00 pm. Friday by appointment only. Closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information you can contact Irma at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312. Are you searching for a community?

Interested in the Catholic Faith? All sessions will be in Laboure Center From 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Sundays. Please pray for RCIA Participants as

they continue on their journey.

If interested and want to know more, please call Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or email

olmmrciasecretary@gmail.com You can see current information at www.facebook.com/OlmmRCIA.

All are welcome!

Youth Confirmation Our Youth Confirmation program is for high school students. It is a two-year journey involving faith formation classes, retreats and community service hours leading to the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Year 1 Class/Sunday , February 11, 2018

Year 2 Class/Sunday, February 18, 2018

Check in time for class is 3:45 p.m. in Watterson Hall

Please keep the Confirmandi in your prayers For questions, please email olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com

or contact Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478.

This Sunday, The Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375 will sponsor the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Parents of Girl Troop 6621 will conduct the Donut Sale. Thank You, to all organizations who give so much of their time to support the Donut Sales. Please be sure to stop by and support them!

Religious Education Office Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 4, 2018 Sunday’s Gospel, Mark 1:29-39 Reflecting in God’s Word for Parents A day goes by and before we know it we are falling into bed exhausted. We intended to take time to pray, but time got away from us. In today's Gospel Jesus teaches us by example that it is important to take time to be alone to pray. From prayer we can draw strength to do what each day requires, most specially by showing our family in word and by deed what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, a child of God.

Bringing the Gospel Into your Family To foster prayer in the home, choose a small table or a space where you can create a prayer area. Cover your table with a cloth in the color of the liturgical season, and place upon it a Bible, a candle, and a crucifix or cross. With your family, decide on when you will gather to pray together around your prayer table or in your prayer space.

Question of the Week Children: How can I share my faith and trust in Jesus with my friends? Adults: What can I do to be better prepared to proclaim the Good News with conviction? Pregunta de la semana Niños: ¿Cómo comparto mi fe y confianza en Jesús con mis compañeros de clase y mis amigos? Adultos: ¿Cómo puedo prepararme para compartir la Buena Nueva con más determinación?

ENCOUNTER LENT Join our faith community - and nearly 14,000 Catholic communities across the United States - in a life-changing Lenten journey of encounter with CRS Rice Bowl. Pick up your family's CRS Rice Bowl from Religious Education Office on Wednesday, February 14, 2018. During the 40 days of Lent, as companions on the journey, we will encounter our neighbor.

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DID YOU KNOW?

INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be March 4th English and 11 de Febrero-Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office to register for the preparation class for Parents and Godparents. This should be done three months before the desired date of baptism. Baptism dates are as follows: English, February 18 (No Baptisms in December.) Spanish: 25 de Febrero (No Spanish Baptisms in June and December.) For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

Hay que comprometerse a construir valores familiares y proteger a los niños vulnerables Los niños están expuestos a muchas palabras, expresiones, acciones y creencias a través de sus experiencias. Así es como aprenden a ser adultos y aprenden a vivir en el mundo que los rodea. Los niños recurren a sus padres para recibir orientación. Los fuertes valores familiares modelados en el hogar ayudan a los niños a mantener su fe y a enseñarles a vivir como hijos de Dios. Comprométanse de nuevo a sus familias, escuchen a sus hijos, modelen el buen comportamiento y la virtud, y enséñenles con fe. Órenle a María por ayuda y pídanle orientación para criar a sus hijos como ella lo hizo con su Hijo. Para obtener una copia del artículo de VIRTUS®, visite www.archla.org/protecting.

Commit to building family values and protecting vulnerable children Children are exposed to many words, expressions, actions, and beliefs through their experiences. This is how they learn to become adults, and learn how to live in the world around them. Children turn to their parents for guidance. Strong family values modeled at home help children sustain their faith and teach them to live as children of God. Recommit to your families – listen to your children, model good behavior and virtue, and instruct them in faith. Pray to Mary for help, and ask her for guidance in raising your children as she did her Son. For a copy of the complete VIRTUS® article “Mother of Good Counsel Protect the Vulnerable” visit www.archla.org/protecting.

¿SABIA USTED?

Would you love to make 2018 a very rewarding year in your Child’s development? Contact our parish preschool and schedule a tour or just stop by and witness first-hand our wonderful Christ Centered 4-year-old program! Now enrolling for January 2018. It’s time to prepare for Kindergarten!

Looking for a 2017 Tax Deduction? Make a donation to O.L.M.M. Parish School and received a Tax Deduction for 2017! Please visit our website “Donate Now” button to discover the many ways our school needs you! Visit www.olmmschool.com or call us at (323) 728-5435.

Coming Soon…OLMM Annual Open House & Science Fair Mark Your Calendar! OLMM School & Marian Preschool invite you to attend their Annual Open House and Science Fair on Sunday, February 25th, 2018 from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish School takes pride in their legacy of educating the whole child, motivating them toward faith, service, and excellence. Please join us at our Open House to tour all classrooms and meet the teachers from grades Preschool through 8th Grade and find out for yourself the benefits of a Catholic education at OLMM! Applications will be available at the information booth, as well as Financial Aid packets and, if you have a love for science, the school-wide SCIENCE FAIR will also be on display in the Parish Hall. See you on Sunday, February 25th!

Have You Remembered Your Parish or School

In Your Will or Trust?

Check out the website for our parish, www.olmmparish.com. If you wish to reach us via email,

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This Week and Coming Events

Together in Mission 2018 Today, Archbishop Gomez invites every Catholic to make their annual \ commitment to Together in Mission. Last year, 267 PARISH DONORS helped us raise $68,199.00 and helped us to become one of the most generous parishes in the Archdiocese. This year’s theme of Let Us Love reminds us that our gifts to Together in Mission are an active demonstration of our faith and love for those in our Archdiocese who need our support. We invite all families, those who have given in the past, and those who have never made a gift to prayerfully consider to make a commitment to this year’s campaign. Your gifts will go a long way to helping our parish reach our 2018 PARISH GOAL OF $61,965.00. Next weekend is Together in Mission’s Commitment Sunday. Archbishop Gomez invites us to make our annual commitment to help those parishes and schools that need our support to continue serving the spiritual needs of our neediest communities. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Unidos, en Mision Hoy, el Arzobispo Gómez invita a todos los católicos a hacer su compromiso anual a la campaña de Unidos en Misión. El año pasado, 267 parroquias nos ayudaron a recaudar $68,199.00 convirtiéndonos en una de las parroquias más generosas de la Arquidiócesis. El tema de Amemos de este año nos recuerda que nuestros donativos a Unidos en Misión son una demostración activa de nuestra fe y amor por aquellos en nuestra Arquidiócesis que necesitan nuestro apoyo. Invitamos a todas las familias, a aquellas que han dado en el pasado, y aquellas que nunca han hecho un regalo a que consideren comprometerse con la campaña de este año. Sus donaciones serán de gran ayuda para que nuestra parroquia alcance nuestra META PARROQUIAL 2018 de $61,965.00. El próximo domingo es el compromiso de Unidos en Misión. El Arzobispo Gómez nos invita a hacer nuestro compromiso anual de ayudar a aquellas parroquias y escuelas que necesitan nuestro apoyo para continuar sirviendo a las necesidades espirituales de nuestras comunidades más necesitadas. Gracias de antemano por su generosidad.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Invites you to a Fundraiser event to Harrah’s Resort Southern California Join us on a fun bus ride to support our various Charitable Programs! Saturday, March, 3, 2018 Cost: $25 (non-refundable, 21 years or older with valid ID) Departure 10:00 am Return 7:00 pm

Departure Location: Montebello Metrolink Station 2000 Flotilla St. Montebello 90640

SNACKS DOOR GAMES PRIZES

For information contact: Larry Salazar (323)434-2565

Ladies Save the Date! The Annual Women’s Retreat will

take place May 4-6, 2018 At the Sacred Heart Retreat House in Alhambra.

For more details, please call Yolanda at 323-726-7292