OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL PARISH COMMUNITY 820 NORTH GARFIELD AVENUE, MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640

October 18, 2015

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.

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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.

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

Ministries Julie Jimenez Torres, Confirmation/Youth Ministry www.olmmyouthministry@gmail.com (323) 725-7578 Ext. 313 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

Mrs. Lou Miera (626) 288-1972

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

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

PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners, relatives and friends who have recently died:

Rebecca Luna and Pedro Jimenez Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

Altar Server Appointments Mon., Tues., Wed., (October 19, 20, 21) 7:30 a.m. Emily Aguirre-Raymond Barraza 7:00 p.m. Andrew Ramirez-Isaiah Ostos-Larry Aguilar Thurs., Fri., (October 22, 23) 7:30 a.m. Benjamin Tenorio-Cesar Obregon 7:00 p.m. Gabriel Montañez-Isaiah Cruz-Gavin Arroyo Sat., (October 24) 7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Aidan Lee-Adam Acosta- Hilario Tregio-Aaron Velazquez Sun., (October 25) 8:30 a.m. Sarah Lopez-Edward Zamora- Isaiah Cruz-Gavin Arroyo-Gerald Deocariza 10:30 a.m. Victor, Sebastian, Benjamin Tenorio- Joseph Rivas 12:30 p.m. Gabriel & Aurora Montañez-Jesus Garay- Maria Diaz-Carlos Martin 6:00 p.m. Alexa & Izel Perez-Regil Machete- Ricardo Gonzalez-Isaiah Ostos

TODAY, is World Mission Sunday! In Scripture, we read that St. Paul asked the Gentile Churches to take up a collection to support the Church in Jerusalem. Now we are asked to reach out and support the young churches throughout our world. Your prayers and generous gifts to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith in the collection today will help missionaries offer the poor of these areas practical help as they share the mercy of God. Go out to the whole world through your gift in today’s collection.!

Mass Intentions

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SUNDAY COLLECTION 10/11/2015 10/12/2014 (356) Envelopes (345) $6,782.00 $7,869.00 Loose $3,241.00 $3,010.00 Total $10,023.00 $10,879.00 Repair & Maintenance $1,360.00 $1,347.00

Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible.

SUNDAY, October 18, 2015 8:30 am Amy De Aro (Dec.) Pedro Jimenez (Dec.) 10:30 am Epifania Alfonso Saquitan (Dec.) 12:30 pm Parish Family 6:00 pm Amanda Vasquez (Dec. 1st Anniv.) MONDAY, October 19 7:30 am Epifania Alfonso Saquitan (Dec.) 7:00 pm TUESDAY, October 20 7:30 am Roberto & Teresa Ortiz (Liv.) Baby Bleu (Liv.) 7:00 pm Jesus G. Vargas (Dec. B’day) Andres Laguna (Dec. B’day) WEDNESDAY, October 21 7:30 am Fe Gavia Soriano (Dec.) 7:00 pm Epifania Saquian (Dec.) Stella Hidalgo (Dec. B’day) THURSDAY, October 22 7:30 am Elodia Martinez (Dec.) 7:00 pm Kimberly & Demitri Jimenez -Cuellar (Dec.) Denise Williams (Dec. 8th Yr.) FRIDAY, October 23 7:30 am Lourdes Baker Mamsaang (Dec.) Jose Bermudez (Dec. Anniv.) 7:00 pm Tony Rosales (Dec. B’day) SATURDAY, October 24 7:30 am 5:00 pm Maria Socorro Bacacao (Dec.) Carlos Suarez Alvarez (Dec.)

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

October 25, 2015 First reading: Jeremiah 31:7-9 Second reading: Hebrews 5:1-6 Gospel: Mark 10:46-52 A reading from the Book of the Prophet Jeremiah Thus says the LORD: Shout with joy for Jacob, exult at the head of the nations; proclaim your praise and say: The LORD has delivered his people, the remnant of Israel. Behold, I will bring them back from the land of the north; I will gather them from the ends of the world, with the blind and the lame in their midst, the mothers and those with child; they shall return as an immense throng. They departed in tears, but I will console them and guide them; I will lead them to brooks of water, on a level road, so that none shall stumble. For I am a father to Israel, Ephraim is my first-born. A reading from the Letter to the Hebrews Brothers and sisters: Every high priest is taken from among men and made their representative before God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He is able to deal patiently with the ignorant and erring, for he himself is beset by weakness and so, for this reason, must make sin offerings for himself as well as for the people. No one takes this honor upon himself but only when called by God, just as Aaron was. In the same way, it was not Christ who glorified himself in becoming high priest, but rather the one who said to him: You are my son: this day I have begotten you; just as he says in another place: You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. A reading from the holy Gospel according to Mark As Jesus was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a sizable crowd, Bartimaeus, a blind man, the son of Timaeus, sat by the roadside begging. On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, "Jesus, son of David, have pity on me." And many rebuked him, telling him to be silent. But he kept calling out all the more, "Son of David, have pity on me." Jesus stopped and said, "Call him. "So they called the blind man, saying to him, "Take courage; get up, Jesus is calling you." He threw aside his cloak, sprang up, and came to Jesus. Jesus said to him in reply, "What do you want me to do for you?" The blind man replied to him, "Master, I want to see." Jesus told him, "Go your way; your faith has saved you." Immediately he received his sight and followed him on the way.

To: Joe & Julia Alday, who are celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary on October 18th.

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Religious Education Office Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 18, 2015 Sunday’s Gospel, Mark 10:35-45 Reflecting in God’s Word. Parents are in the best position to live this Gospel message in their own families. Parents have the most power, which makes it easy for children to recognize when they are being served. In simple, everyday actions, like getting our own drink of water, changing the television channel ourselves, or helping a child with his/her daily chores, children recognize their parents respect and appreciate them. Children also watch parent's actions to see how they serve others. We all know from our own experiences that the person we most admire is the one who helps us carry our load, not the one who adds to it.

Bringing the Gospel Into Your Family Make plans as a family to serve someone else. Think of someone you know whose load is heavy right now. Maybe you know an elderly person in your neighborhood who might like to join you for dinner, or go for a ride. Perhaps there is someone sick or in a nursing home who would enjoy a visit from your family. Try to live this Gospel on a regular basis. Each time you serve one person, think about what you will do next as a servant of God. Question of the Week Children: Am I willing to help others even if nobody thanks me for it? Why?

Adults: How do I feel when I do something good and I am not acknowledge? Why?

Ninos: ¿Deseo ayudar a otros auque no me den las gracias? Por que?

Adultos: ¿Como me siento cuando ago algo bueno y no se me reconoce? Por que me siento de esa forma?

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. 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. 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 November 1st - English & 11 de noviembre 22nd Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office at least three months before the desired date of the Baptism to arrange for preparation class for parents and Godparents. For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

CONFIRMATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY

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

CONFIRMATION CLASSES

Year 1 Oct. 25th at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Year 2

Oct. 18th and Nov 1st at 3:45 pm to 7:00 pm

Youth Ministry Office Hours Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

and by appointment.

If you would like further information, you may also, contact the Youth Ministry Department through email at:

www.olmmyouthministry@gmail.com

This Sunday, The RCIA Program will sponsor the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Youth Ministry Program will sponsor 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!

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Ask Your Kids Open-Ended Questions Communication is key for making sure you are up to date with your kids’ lives – as they grow older and you can’t be with them every step of the way. One way to keep communication healthy is to ask your kids open-ended questions. Some kids don’t open up and spill every detail, so you have to consider how to phrase questions that draw them in and allow them to share their thoughts and experiences. When you do ask open-ended questions, make sure you are patient in waiting for the answers. For a copy of the complete VIRTUS® article email: jvienna@la-archdiocese.org.

DID YOU KNOW?

¿SABIA USTED?

Hágale preguntas abiertas a los niños La comunicación es la clave para estar seguros de que usted está al día de lo que sucede en la vida de sus hijos – a medida que van creciendo y usted no puede estar con ellos en todo momento. Una de las claves para mantener los medios de comunicación abiertos con sus hijos es hacerles preguntas abiertas. Algunos niños no se abren fácilmente ni sueltan ningún detalle. Usted debe tener en cuenta, como hace la pregunta para que su hijo se acerque y comparta sus pensamientos y experiencias. Cuando usted hace preguntas abiertas, tenga en cuenta que debe ser paciente para esperar una respuesta. Para una copia del artículo de VIRTUS® envíe un correo electrónico: jvienna@la-archdiocese.org

Were you ever Confirmed? Do you need to make your

First Communion? Would you like to be Baptized? Our team can help you get it done.

The RCIA program presents an opportunity for interested adults to grow in their faith.

Registration for the program is now closed. Please keep the participants in your prayers

as they continue their journey.

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

All are welcome!

Do You Hear God’s Call… Is God calling you to become a Eucharistic

Minister? We need members of our parish to be involved in distributing the Body and

Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ. If this is your calling, the last training class is on Sunday,

October 25, 2015 at 1 p.m. in Laboure Center.

More training will be offered next year. Current Eucharist Ministers should also

attend for a quick refresher course. Please call to confirm your attendance at this session

with Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478.

Calling All Parishioners! Our Parish School invites you to purchase a pumpkin in their pumpkin patch TODAY, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH from 10 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to join the festivities. There will be food provided by the popular ROUNDS BURGERS, PLUS, music, face painting, delicious fall treats and of course the best looking pumpkins in town. Don’t miss out on all the fun! See you there!

OLMM PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Our OLMM Preschool will also be hosting their Fall Open House TODAY, during the Pumpkin Festival. Stop by to see how OLMM Preschool can mold your child into a well-rounded Catholic-Christian Leader! There are only a few spaces left! SEE YOU THERE!

Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Miraculous Medal

Intellectual Disabilities Drive (aka Tootsie Roll Drive)

Tootsie Rolls Have Arrived! This weekend, the OLMM Knights of Columbus join Councils across California in collecting donations for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities. Our brothers, in bright yellow and red aprons, will be collecting donations after all the masses this weekend. Checks should be made payable to the Columbian Foundation. Please be

generous. This is a tax-deductible donation. In the first twenty-four years, the Foundation has collected over $15-million for people with intellectual disabilities, primarily children. The long term goal is to reach and exceed $1-million per year in donations. For further information, please contact: Worthy Grand Knight Larry Salazar at (323) 434-2565.

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This Week and Coming Events

TARDEADA DE LA COFRADIA GUADALUPANA MUSIC BY THE “LATIN GENTS”

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2015 3:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M. WATTERSON HALL DONATION $10.00

DRINKS & FOOD FOR SALE 50/50 RAFFLE

TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AFTER ALL SUNDAY MASSES (Please no outside alcohol or food.)

Our Parish is sponsoring a “Spiritual Mission” for Advent, on December 14th through the 17th. Reverend Bill Adams and Deacon Ed Spano will be the Guest Speakers.

Everyone is encouraged to attend!

Cub Scout Pack 375 would like to invite all First Grade boys and their families to attend their Annual

Halloween Costume party in OLMM Watterson Hall on Friday, October 30, 2015 at 6:30 pm.

The entire family is welcome to come in costume and join in on the fun. If you have any questions, or are interested in finding out more about Cub Scouts, please email olmm.pack375@yahoo.com.

!! RENEW, RELAX, RETREAT !! COME JOIN US FOR OUR

ANNUAL SILENT MEN’S RETREAT “NO GREATER LOVE” Retreat Theme

November 20, 21, 22, 2015 At Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center

You will enjoy the quiet and serenity of the Beautiful, Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center

For more information contact: OLMM Retreat Captain-Gus Duran at 213-716-3224

or email at: afduran@pacbell.net I guarantee you will enjoy the experience!

Holy Hour and Rosary for the Unborn Wednesday, October 21, 2015

7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Annual Faith, Hope & Charity Catholic Cancer Ministry.

“Pray for a Cure for Cancer Mass” with “Anointing of the Sick”

Presider: Fr. Michael Joseph Wu Homilist: Dn. Mark Race Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W. Temple St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 For more information about the Mass or to send names for prayer; please contact: Deacon Mark or Vickie Race @310-259-6430. Parking $8.00

Thursday, November 5th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Parish, in Watterson Hall. You are cordially invited to “Spend an evening with Joe.” Joe Paprocki, D. Min., is a National Consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press in Chicago. He has over 25 years of experience in pastoral ministry in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Joe is a bestselling author of numerous books on pastoral ministry and catechesis. Whether you are a seasoned catechist, a new catechist, just thinking about catechizing, or a parent. grandparent, godparent, aunt, uncle, or just curious, you are welcome to attend. Join us for a night of formation with Joe Paprocki. This event is free for all to attend. Please RSVP to Rosa Mosich at 1-800-256-0589 ext. 344 or mosich@loyolapress.com.