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.

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.

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish Community 820 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE, MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640

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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, 7:30 p.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, 7:30 p.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 (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. Michael Meyer, 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

Julie Jimenez Torres, Confirmation/Youth Ministry olmmyouthministry@gmail.com

(562)760-5777 Roy Ramirez, RCIA (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

Roy Ramirez (562) 879-9478

Lectors Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668

Altar Servers

Sandra Montañez (323)725-7578 jproano@lausd.net Christine Silva, Bulletin/Web-site (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

Altar Server Appointments Mon., Tues., Wed., March 6, 7, 8, 2017 7:30 a.m. Skye Lopez, Victor Patino, Isaac Lopez 7:00 p.m. Joshua Ismael, Edgar Castañeda, Savannah Castañeda Thurs. & Fri., March 9 & 10 7:30 a.m. Cesar Obregon, Lynsy Obregon, Andrew Andrade 7:00 p.m. Isaiah Cruz, Samantha Imperio, Dominique Velasquez Saturday, March 11 7:30 a.m. Ethan Bustamante 5:00 p.m. Aidan Lee, Matthew Lucero Kyan Lee, Andrew Andrade Sunday, March 12, 2017 8:30 a.m. Caroline Macias, Alexis Garcia Nina Carrillo, Orlando Garcia 10:30 a.m. Skye Lopez, Samantha Imperio Isaac Lopez, Dominique Vasquez 12:30 p.m. Sebastian Legaspi, Jesus Larios, Matilda Larios, Gabriel Legaspi Emiliano Lamas 6:00 p.m. Gerald Deocarizia III, Trinity Gomez Angela Reyes Gomez, Lijah Simon Clayter

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SUNDAY, March 5 , 2017 8:30 am Amy De Aro Margarita Delgadillo Osvaldo Delgadillo, Sr. Calogero Piazza Lomuzo Provedensa 10:30 am Jean & Eddie Guevarra Emilie & Marcelo Marquez 12:30 pm Parish Family 6:00 pm Luis Benetiz MONDAY, March 6 7:30 am 7:00 pm Victor Manuel Monterroso (Dec. B’day) Victoria Bodadilla (Dec. B’day) TUESDAY, March 7 7:30 am Rose Ann & Ireneo Machete (Liv. 21yr.Wedd. Aniv.) 7:00 pm Ludgerio Torres (Dec.) Wilfredo Andrada (Dec.) WEDNESDAY, March 8 7:30 am Jennie Ramos (Dec. B’day) Guilermo Camarena (Dec.) Christina Paredes (Dec.) 7:00 pm Jesus Lopez Padilla (Dec. Anniv.) THURSDAY, March 9 7:30 am Josefina R. Buenaventura (Dec.) Jose Cervantes (Dec.) 7:00 pm Jasmine Leon Santos (Dec.) Tony Cole (Dec. Anniv.) FRIDAY, March 10 7:30 am Kyle Koestner (Dec. Anniv.) 7:00 pm Frank C. Garza (Dec. Anniv.) SATURDAY, March 11 7:30 am Celia Lucero (Liv. B’day) 5:00 pm John Anthony Beritich Hernando & Flordelis M. Cantara Jesus Lopez Padilla

Preview of Next Sunday’s Readings Second Sunday of Lent

March 12, 2017 First reading: Genesis 12:1-4a Second reading: Timothy 1:8b-10 Third reading: Matthew 17:1-9 A reading from the book of the Genesis The LORD said to Abram: "Go forth from the land of your kinsfolk and from your father's house to a land that I will show you. "I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you. All the communities of the earth shall find blessing in you." Abram went as the LORD directed him. A reading from the first letter of Saint Paul to the Romans Beloved: Bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from God. He saved us and called us to a holy life, not according to our works but according to his own design and the grace bestowed on us in Christ Jesus before time began, but now made manifest through the appearance of our savior Christ Jesus, who destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, "Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him." When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate and were very much afraid. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Rise, and do not be afraid." And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, Do not tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead."

Mass Intentions

Pray for the Dead PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners,

Relatives and friends who have recently died: Lydia Amador, Leon Monje Nacino, Elias Rodriguez, Osvaldo Delgadillo, Sr., Edward Wong, Sara Alvarez, Maria Elena Santillian, Nick J. Baca and Jack Binns.

Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

SUNDAY COLLECTION 02/26/2017 02/29/2016 Envelopes (367) $6,449.00 $7,627.00 Loose $3,271.00 $2,997.00 Total $9,720.00 $10,624.00 Repair & Maintenance $1,219.00 $1,272.00

Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible. Thank you for your generosity.

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CONFIRMATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY

The Confirmation Preparation Program is for high school level students. The high school program is a two-year journey involving monthly sessions, retreats, and service projects.

QUINCEAÑERA MASS If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312.

INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be May 7th- English and 12 de Marzo -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. For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

Religious Education Office First Sunday of Lent March 5, 2017 Sunday’s Gospel, Reflecting in God’s Word One of our primary goals as parents is to help our children discover their gifts and use them generously in a way that glorifies God. From a very early age we can remind our children of the source of their gifts and encourage them to use them humbly. Bringing the Gospel Into Your Family There are many opportunities in the media for your family to recognize the gifts of other people. There are movie and television stars, musicians, entertainers, and sports figures to name a few. As you watch television, listen to songs and observe these figures, discuss as a family what the gifts of these people are. Consider today's Gospel story and share ideas about how these people are following God's will (or how they might avoid temptations by Satan). Compare how they use their gifts with the way others (such as teachers, grandparents, ect.) use their gifts. Question of the Week Children: What helps you do the right thing when you want to do something wrong? Adults: What helpful advice could you offer someone faced with a temptation? Pregunta de la semana Niños: ¿Que te alluda acer algo bien cuando quieres acer algo mal? Adultos: ¿Que consejo le darias a alguien que tiene la tentacion de hacer algo mal? RELIGIOUS ED. 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.

WHAT IS CRS RICE BOWL? CRS Rice Bowl is Catholic Relief Services' Lenten "faith-in-action program" for families and faith communities. Through CRS Rice Bowl, we deepen our personal experience of Lent, and hear stories from our brothers and sisters in need worldwide. We devote our Lenten prayers, fasting and gifts to transform the lives of the poor.

Your child/ren will be taking home a "Rice Bowl" as part of their Lenten activity. Please try your best to do this activity as a family. Bowls will be due Wednesday, April 5, 2017 in classroom. If you should have any questions or need additional "Rice Bowls", please contact me at the number below.

SACRAMENTAL MARRIAGE INFORMATION If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation, please call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312.

We have several families experiencing financial hardships and are unable to pay for their child’s Confirmation registration. The cost is $150 which covers a weekend retreat and material for Sunday night sessions. If you are able to sponsor a teen, please contact the Youth Ministry Dept. at: olmmyouthministry@gmail.com or the Youth Ministry office at 323-725-7578 ext 313. We appreciate your generosity.

Sponsor a Youth Ministry Student

CONFIRMATION CLASSES Year 1

MARCH 12TH, at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Year 2 TODAY, March 5th, at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Are You Ready to Serve On a Team And Work With Youth Ministry? Youth Ministry is looking for Adults to join their Confirmation/Youth Ministry Team, preparing students to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. By serving on this team, you will help guide high school students as they become full members of the Catholic Church. You will help them fulfill and take on the responsibility of what was promised by their Godparents when they were Baptized, seal their Catholic Faith and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The YOU in YOUth Ministry may be YOU! Please pray on this request, and see if this Ministry is something you could be part of. If interested and would like to learn more and are at least 21 years of age, please contact Youth Ministry Coordinator: Julie Jimenez at olmmyouthministry.com

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DID YOU KNOW?

¿SABIA USTED?

Are you searching for a community? Interested in the Catholic Faith?

Congratulations to Briana, Jennifer, Edwin, Alma, Nathan, Rosio and Melanie on the Rite of Election/Calling.

Please continue to pray for the Elect and candidates. Thank you for the continued support of RCIA Ministry.

If interested and want to know more, please call Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or email olmmrciasecretary@gmail.com and an application will be forwarded to you. You can see current

information at www.facebook.com/OlmmRCIA.

All are welcome! La seguridad del transporte es clave La seguridad de sus hijos es a menudo confiada a otros conductores, conductores de autobús, miembros de la familia, padres de amigos, entrenadores, y los padres deben ser conscientes de quién está a cargo del transporte. Aunque usted no puede controlar todo, sí puede enseñar a su hijo/a cómo comportarse en el vehículo de otra persona. Enseñe a los niños a usar siempre cinturones de seguridad, y evitar conductas que distraigan la atención del conductor. Pregunte a sus escuelas sobre políticas y requisitos para los que están a cargo del transporte. Para obtener una copia del artículo de VIRTUS©, “Child Care Providers Urged to Check Vehicle Safety, Training, and Health of Drivers” (Se pide a los proveedores de cuidado infantil que comprueben la seguridad de los vehículos, la capacitación y la salud de los conductores), póngase en contacto con bmelendez@la-archdiocese.org o (213) 637-7508.

Transportation safety is key The safety of your children is often entrusted to other drivers – bus drivers, family members, friends’ parents, coaches – and parents should be aware of who is in charge of transportation. Although you cannot control everything, you can teach your children how to ride in another person’s vehicle. Teach kids to always wear seatbelts, and avoid distracting behavior that will take the driver’s attention away from the road. Ask your school about their policies and the requirements for those who may be in charge of transportation. For a copy of the VIRTUS© article “Child Care Providers Urged to Check Vehicle Safety, Training, and Health of Drivers,” contact jvienna@la-archdiocese.org or (213) 637-7227.

Our wonderful Parish School is now having open enrollment for 2017-2018 School Year, grades Pre-K through 7th. Visit our website www.olmmschool.com or call the school office (323)728-5435 for more information or to schedule a site tour. Applications are available for download on our school website. Financial Aid is available.

OLMM Spring Carnival Calling all Parishioners! SAVE THE DATE and plan to attend the school’s Annual Spring Carnival. This year, our Spring Carnival will take place the weekend of Friday, April 28th through Sunday, April 30th. FREE ENTRANCE Delicious food, thrilling rides, fun games, and a beer and wine garden with live entertainment. Fun for the entire family! Tell all your friends to come and join in the fun!

Stay tuned for upcoming information on Pre-Sale Carnival Ride Tickets! Plan ahead and save money! The school will be selling carnival ride tickets at a discounted price. Dates, times, and prices will be announced soon!

INSTITUTO BIBLICO CATOLICO El Instituto Bíblico a través de los programas de formación Básica, Intermedia y Avanzada profundiza el manejo y conocimiento de los libros de la Biblia, los criterios y métodos de interpretación, así como la lectura de los textos que respondan a las exigencias de la fe cristiana desde la realidad social y eclesial. De esta manera se capacita a las personas para dirigir grupos de estudios y reflexión bíblica en sus parroquias o en Centros Bíblicos. Parroquia, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Lunes, 7:00pm-9:00pm. En salon Laboure. Para mayor información, comunicarse con: Hector Medrano (Coordinador) 323-683-2639.

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This Week and Coming Events

LENTEN DAY OF RECOLLECTION Do you want to escape for a little while from life’s regular affairs and experience a spirit of renewal and rest a while in God? Come to a Lenten Day of Recollection on Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Watterson Hall. The theme will be “A Call to Mission and Evangelization.” This special time of recollection will be directed by FR. RAYMOND MARQUEZ and is being sponsored by OLMM Simbang Gabi Committee. Snacks and sandwich/pizza lunch will be provided. Please register at theRectory Office (323-725-7578) so we can be sure how much lunch we need to prepare. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be celebrated at closing. Also, “Love Offering” envelopes will be available to assist this Lenten ministry.

We look forward to journeying with you as we prepare ourselves for this coming Season of Lent.

MOVIE NIGHT Ignatius of Loyola

Soldier*Sinner*Saint Thursday, March 9th at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be sold after the Sunday morning Masses and also available in the Rectory Office. Donation is $5.00. Join us for a night of reflection and discovery by meeting Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus better known as the Jesuits. Screening in English with Spanish Subtitles. For further information call: (323)725-7578.

*Not suitable for young children, under 13 years of age. http://www.ignatiusmovie.com/questions-and-answers/

Annual Pancake Breakfast

Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast sponsored by the Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375, on March 5, 2017 from 7:00am to 12:00pm , in Watterson Hall. They will be serving pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. The proceeds from the breakfast and raffle help our boys go to Summer Camp, supports other outings and helps in maintaining their equipment. Added highlight this year, after the 8:30 am Mass the OLMM School Mariachi Group will perform.

iPad Grand Prize Raffle ($10 per ticket) Thank you for your support!

Enthronement of The Sacred Heart of Jesus in the Homes The Legion of Mary would like to announce that anyone wishing to have the Sacred Heart of Jesus enthroned in their homes or anyone wishing information on this beautiful apostolate in which Jesus Christ is proclaimed the Lord of the Home, should contact Lita de la Cruz at 626-571-5900 or Carmen Ramirez at 562-908-6549. For those interested in having the Sacred Heart of Jesus enthroned in their home but do not have a picture or statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Legion of Mary will provide one.

This Sunday, The Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375 will sponsor the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Parents of Girl Scout Troop 3111 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!

Troop 375

$5.00

STATIONS OF THE CROSS Stations of the Cross in English will take place immediately after the 7:00 p.m. Mass in Church during the Fridays of Lent. You are invited to join the group. Via Crusis en Español. Se llevaran a cabo Todos los Viernes de cuaresma a las 6:00 p.m. (excepto el primer viernes del mes a las 5:00 p.m.). Todas estan invitados a acompañar a Nuestro Señor.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The Knights of Columbus Council 15671 Invite you, your family and friends to a fundraiser breakfast to be held at Applebee’s in Montebello, on Saturday, March 18th from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The cost is only $10 per person. The Knights will be selling tickets after all Masses on the weekend of March 11th & 12th. Support the OLMM Knights Fundraiser!

Have you filled out your Pledge Forms? They are

located in the vestibules of church. God Bless you for your generous response and support to the

“Together in Mission” Campaign.

“To Jesus through Mary” The Legion of Mary are recruiting new members. Please join our meetings on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Laboure Center and become active soldiers of Mother Mary. If you have any questions, call Lita de la Cruz at 626-571-5900 or Carmen Ramirez at 562-908-6549