Holy Redeemer Church/Offices: 2411 Montrose Ave., Montrose, CA 91020 T: (818)249-2008 / F: (818)249-5642 St James the Less Church: 4625 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214 T: (818)248-3442 / F: (818)248-9332

St James Church Offices: 4651 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214 Visit our Parish website: www.hrsjcatholic.com

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION & CONFESSION Wednesdays 8-9pm at St. James

Confessions by appointment, please call the office.

Our Mission: Sharing Faith, Celebrating Traditions, and Serving Each Other to the Praise and Glory of God

Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 27 2015

“Would that all the people of the Lord were prophets! Would that the Lord might bestow his

spirit on them all.” —Numbers 11:29

MASS TIMES Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am @ Holy Redeemer Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - 8:00 am @ St. James

Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:00 pm @ St. James Sunday Masses - 8:30 am @ St. James - 10:00 am @ Holy Redeemer - 11:30 am @ St. James - 5:30 pm @ St. James

GOD’S WORD TODAY Picking up on themes begun in last week’s readings, today’s scriptures focus our attention on how we use the gifts God gives us. The letter of Saint James is a stark condemnation of the mis-use of wealth: “You have lived on earth in luxury and pleasure; you have fattened your hearts for the day of slaughter.” The peo-ple he describes are those who withheld wages, thereby causing others to become poor. Jesus tells us that we should cut off what-ever it is that causes us to sin. These readings make these autumn weeks a time for deep self-searching. What are the things that “fatten our hearts”? How do we use the gifts God gives? Are we dedicating a portion of our salaries to the work of the Church and charitable groups? Are we on the road to becoming good stew-ards of God’s creation? From Saint Margaret Sunday Missal, copyright © J. S. Paluch Company

Today's liturgy is full of strong imagery, hard words, and challenging exhorta on, yet it also offers comfort and encour-agement. Denuncia on rings most strongly in the Le er of Saint James as he lambastes the rich for their ill-go en wealth—amassed by withholding the wages of workers—while simultaneously reminding them that their riches have no las ng value. Jesus seems to demand something harsher: We should "cut off" anything that causes us to sin. Jesuit Father Walter Burghardt (1914–2008) reminds us in his homilies of the Semi c style of exaggera on that Jesus em-ploys; at the same me, we can't let ourselves off the hook easily. There's much in our lives that keeps us from God. The liturgy's prayers, on the other hand, refresh us with God's mercy. Inspired by our confidence, we pray that God will help us to become "heirs to the treasures of heaven" (Collect). Today's liturgy is a mixed bag, indeed, yet it offers a marvelous balance between our own duty to seek the kingdom and the ul mate power of God to overcome our fail-ings. The Second Reading from James fairly demands that we li up to God the needs of the working poor and those who suffer the injus ces of our economic systems, as well as embrace the prophe c ministry we received in bap sm on their behalf. Then we may fulfill Moses' wish: "Would that all the people of the LORD were prophets!" From Liturgy.com

THE PRESENCE OF GOD In all our thoughts and actions we ought to remem-ber the presence of God, and account all lost in which we think not of God.—St. Bernard of Clairvaux

COME AND GET CONNECTED

REGISTRATION FORM / DISCOVERING CHRIST COURSE / OCTOBER 7 – NOVEMBER 18, 2015 NAME(S): __________________________________________________ AGE: _________

EMAIL: ______________________________________ PHONE:______________________

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Return this form to the Holy Redeemer Parish Office, 2411 Montrose Ave. Montrose, CA 91020 or email us at discoverchrist.hrsj@gmail.com

THE UNITED CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF HOLY REDEEMER AND ST. JAMES THE LESS BRINGS YOU

DISCOVERING CHRIST WEDNESDAYS AT 6:45 PM—8:30 PM

FROM OCTOBER 7 TO NOVEMBER 18

Please join us in Healy Hall at Holy Redeemer for Discovering Christ. Enjoy a free din-ner, listen to a dynamic teaching, and join in a small group discussion about the meaning of life in Jesus Christ. Discovering Christ is a seven-week series beginning Wednesday, Octo-ber 7, and includes a life-changing retreat on Saturday, November 7. This program is provid-ed to you at no cost. THERE ARE ONLY 10 SEATS LEFT IN THE CLASS—ACT NOW !!!

We invite you to watch a Discovering Christ youtube video to learn more about the course: We invite you to watch a Discovering Christ youtube video to learn more about the course: http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5www.youtube.com/watch?v=5--QPh2_3n2kQPh2_3n2k

This course is designed for you to revitalize your faith ,or to bring your friends and family who have been away from the This course is designed for you to revitalize your faith ,or to bring your friends and family who have been away from the

church and are open to exploring the meaning of life in Jesus Christ. church and are open to exploring the meaning of life in Jesus Christ.

PLEASE PREREGISTER AS THERE ARE ONLY 10 SEATS LEFT FOR THIS AMAZING EVENT—ACT NOW!!!

Welcome to Holy Redeemer—St James

Catholic Community

Ordained Servants Rev. Edward Dover, Pastor

Rev. Msgr. Marc Trudeau, Weekend Support Rev. Msgr. John Foley, Pastor Emeritus-Holy Redeemer

Rev. George Brincat, Pastor Emeritus-Our Lady of Lourdes

Servant of Prayer & Worship Claire McLiam

Servants of Music Ministry

Amelia Acosta Charlotte Lansberg Michael Paul Leon

Servants of Christian Formation Michael Paul Leon

Susan Romero Trish Swords

Servants of Administration

Deirdre Cascelli Christine Corrigan Kathy McCauley

Doug Sinning

Calling all St. James-Holy Redeemer Young Artists… The SJHR Hospitality Committee needs your help! We are looking for original artwork to use on our Parish greeting cards—cards used to welcome our new parishion-ers/occasional parish-related correspondence. Some sug-gested themes for your artwork: “My Favorite Saint”, “Family Time”, “My Parish” Please submit your Original/Hard Copy masterpiece by dropping it off at SJHR School Office or Holy Redeemer Rectory, marked “ATTN: Hospitality Committee/Artwork” Send your Scanned/Electronic Copy via email to drehrsj@gmail.com Please provide your parent’s contact information, your first name and grade. Deadline is September 30th!!!

Are You Being Called To Become A Deacon? Diaconate Formation Office: Information

Meeting for Men Interested in the Permanent Diaconate Sunday, October 18, 2015

The Diaconate Formation Office will be hosting an information meeting for all men who are interested in finding out more about becoming a permanent deacon in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Members of the Archdiocesan Diaconate Formation Office will be pre-sent to explain the role of the deacon in the Church, to explain the Diaconate Formation Program, and to an-swer any questions that participants might have. Men must be between the ages of 30 and 60 years to enter the formation program. It is important for men who are married to attend with their wives. The next infor-mation meeting will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Incarnation Community Center, 214 W. Fairview Ave., Glen-dale, 91202. For further information, please contact Mrs. Claudia Ortiz in the Diaconate Formation Office at (213) 637-7383 or at: mailto: CAOrtiz@la-archdiocese.org If you want to be first make yourself servant of all. (Mt. 20:27)

NEED A NAME TAG??? How many faces do you know in your parish but don't know the name that goes with that face? We at the United Catholic Community of Holy Redeemer and St. James the Less are on a "name tag mis-sion"! We want everyone to know the names that go with the faces of our parishioners. As you may have noticed, many of our ministers are starting to wear name tags. If you are a minister who has not gotten a name tag or if you are a parishioner who wants to wear one - please email Trish Swords at drehrsj@gmail.com or call 818-249-2008. We will happily supply you with a personalized parish name tag!

SAN FERNANDO REGION 1ST DIVINE MERCY CONGRESS for the FAMILY! Come, experience God’s Mercy!

Why - To prepare for the Jubilee Year of Mercy When -Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015 (8am -5pm, Mass 5-6pm) Where - St. Genevieve’s 14061 Roscoe Blvd. Panorama City Cost (includes box lunch) - $10.00* Contact - carolewis@mac.com or 818-957-5264 or pvn1201@yahoo.com or 818-543-1831 Tickets are also available from your parish office. Checks payable to St. Genevieve Church, please put on memo line “DMC.” *Register by Oct. 31st to ensure this price!

Our parish welcomes through Baptism our newest member into our

Community:

Elizabeth Rose Becerra

Congratulations to the newly Baptized and her family.

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Parish Information

Mass Intentions Please visit the church office if you would like to offer a Mass for a loved one. We have a se-lection of cards for you to send. Plan at least 3-4 months ahead of time for specific dates.

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Moses said, “Would that all the people of the LORD were prophets.” (Numbers 11:25-290 Psalm — The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart (Psalm 19). Second Reading — Come now, you rich. The wages you withheld from the workers who har-vested your fields are crying aloud (James 5:1-6). Gospel — Whoever is not against us is for us (Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights

Sunday, September 27, 2015

Monday, September 28, 2015 • Bible Study Monday Morning in HR St John XXIII

Room (10:00 AM) • New Beginnings Senior Club in SJ Msgr Barry

Hall (11:00 AM) • St. Vincent de Paul in SJ PC 101 (7:00 PM) • Women of Grace in HR St John XXIII Room (7:00 PM)

Tuesday, September 29, 2015 • Bible Study in SJ PC 101 (9:00 AM) • Brothers' Helpers Ministry in HR Healy Hall -(3:00 PM) • R.C.I.A. in HR St John XXIII Room (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, September 30, 2015 • Divine Mercy in SJ Church (9:30 AM) • Adoration & Confession in SJ Church (8:00 PM)

Thursday, October 01, 2015 • Handicapable Adults in HR Church (10:00 AM) • Knitting Group in HR Healy Hall - Conf Rm 1 (12:00

PM) • Adult Choir in SJ PC Chapel (7:00 PM) • K of C Meeting in Knights of Columbus Hall (7:00 PM)

Friday, October 02, 2015 • Wedding in SJ Church (2:00 PM)

Saturday, October 03, 2015 • Baptism Session in Elizabeth Lewis Conf Rm (10:00

AM)

Mass Intentions September 27-October 3, 2015

PARISH CALENDAR

We pray for the repose of the souls of

Celeste Brenner Tina Gerhart

who were called home in recent days. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of

God, rest in peace.

TV Mass for the Homebound

Sunday TV Mass is available for those home-bound at 9:00 AM on KDOC-TV, Channel 56 or Charter 165. Check your TV listings for cable/satellite channels. Note: TV Mass does not meet the Sunday Mass obligation for the faithful who are able to attend

CENTERING PRAYER GROUP RESUMES

The Centering Prayer Group will resume on Thursdays from October 1 through December 10th at in the Holy Redeemer Convent from 7:15 until 8 pm. Please call (818)541-6867 for details.

Sat 4:00 PM Carmela Bellaccomo+ Francisco Silva Sr.

Sun 8:30 AM David Mave Taix Famiily Intentions

Sun 10:00 AM Angelina Serrano + Sister Vivina Bly +

Sun 11:30 AM Marina Zapata+ Joseph Allevato +

Sun 5:30 PM For the People

Mon 8:00 AM Dinah Martin +

Tue 8:00 AM Holy Souls of Ever-green

Wed 8:00 AM Geronima Naguit +

Thu 8:00 AM Nicacio Dungo, Sr. + Angel Salvador +

Fri 8:00 AM Frank Scattaglia +

Sat 8:00 AM Holy Souls

Let Your Parish Be There For You

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners Please call the parish offices if you would like to receive Communion –we will make the arrangements with the Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick. Anointing of the Sick Please notify the parish office as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lord’s special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere, and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares! If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One Please call the parish offices. If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, our Bereavement Min-isters will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors and offer you helpful guidelines that will aid in the Liturgical planning of the Mass or Memorial Ser-vice. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you.

Sharing Faith & Celebrating Traditions Bible Study

Adult Bible Study at Holy Redeemer: Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. in HR Healy Hall

Adult Bible Study at St. James: Tuesday morning at 9:00 a.m. in the SJ Parish Center.

Teen Bible Study at St. James: Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in the SJ Parish Center.

Bronwen Bateman John Blackman Vici Blackman Gene Blackmun Barbara Diekmann Bill Ferguson Lyle Hammermeister

Bulletin Deadline Please submit bulletin information via email to bulle-tin.editor@hr-sj.org. Deadline is Friday by 10AM for the following weekend bulletin. For holiday weekends, the deadline is Thursday by 10AM. We welcome suggestions, articles, and/or photos of our parish life.

Bereavement Ministry If you are interested in volunteering, or if a loved one has been called home by God, the Bereavement Ministry is available to provide compassionate support in planning either the Rite of Christian Burial or a Memorial Liturgy to honor a deceased loved one. We know that this can be a tough time. Please remember that your parish is here for you.

Please Pray for the Sick: Dolores Maggipinto Omer Mullen Gloria Rodriguez Michele Ruegg Cindy Rutherford Tommie Stopper

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Zec 8:1-8; Ps 102:16-21, 29, 22-23; Lk 9:46-50 Tuesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Ps 138:1-5; Jn 1:47-51 Wednesday: Neh 2:1-8; Ps 137:1-6; Lk 9:57-62 Thursday: Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Ps 19:8-11; Lk 10:1-12 Friday: Bar 1:15-22; Ps 79:1b-5, 8-9; Mt 18:1-5, 10 Saturday: Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Ps 69:33-37; Lk 10:17-24 Sunday: Gn 2:18-24; Ps 128:1-6; Heb 2:9-11; Mk 10:2-16 [2-12]

Sharing Faith, Supporting Growth Electronic Giving—A convenient, consistent way to help our church grow

Our parish offers electronic giving, which allows you to make donations on a scheduled, automatic basis. If you are writing checks and preparing envelopes every week, you will especially appreciate electronic giving. It is convenient for you and provides much-needed donation consistency for our parish. How to get started: To set up electronic contributions, visit our website at www.hrsjcatholic.com. Click on Parish Life, then Giv-ing (Online Giving Portal). Electronic contributions can be made using any of the following payment methods:

Checking account Savings account Credit Card Debit card

If you have any questions, please call the Parish Office at 818-249-2008. Thank you for your support!

Sacraments Sacrament of Baptism St. James and Holy Redeemer parishes welcome all! Baptisms are held on the • First Sunday during the 10 am Mass at HR • Third Sunday during the 11:30 am Mass at SJ Baptism Prep (group session): First Saturday of month Please call the Parish Office at (818) 249-2008 Sacrament of First Communion Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or the parish school. This is a two-year program. Sacrament of Confirmation A two-year program for freshman/sophomore-age teens. Apply through the Life Teen office. Sacrament of Matrimony Please contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

The Divine Mercy Prayer Group The Divine Mercy Prayer Group meets on Wednesday mornings (9:30 am) at St James Church, for approxi-mately one hour to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet, the Divine Mercy prayers, and the Praises of the Divine Mercy. The mission of the prayer group is: Trust, Love and Mercy are the essence of the Divine Mercy Devo-tion.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Council of Los Angeles, is part of a worldwide organization of lay Catholic men and women who are committed to live and grow in their Christian faith through prayer and personal involvement in charitable works. The Society’s mission is accomplished through parish and community-based groups called Conferences (volunteers) and programs called Spe-cial Works. If you or a loved one needs help with food, clothing, bills,

etc., please contact Society of St. Vincent de Paul (St .James and Holy Redeemer Conference) at the

church office: 818-249-2008 x572

Brothers’ Helpers Ministry

Help us prepare meals for the needy in Los Angeles. For further information, please contact: Tad (818) 249-2272

Monday- St. Bede (St. Bede food prep 1pm) Tuesday- Holy Redeemer Wednesday – La Canada Presbyterian Church Thursday – St. James the Less

3:00 PM Food Prep 5:20 PM Package Food 6:00 PM Depart for La Placita Children are welcome; however they should be supervised by a parent at all times.

FACTS ABOUT FATHER SERRA Did you know that Fray Junípero had a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary? At the age of 36 he arrived in Vera Cruz and traveled by foot to Mexico City to ded-icate his mission vocation at the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe; there he asked her for the grace to open the hearts of the colonizers and indigenous peoples. The im-age of Our Lady of Guadalupe is venerated in most of the missions. Since then, Our Lady of Guadalupe has become, in fact, the Patroness of the whole American continent. STAY TUNED NEXT WEEK FOR MORE FACTS ABOUT FATHER JUNIPERO SERRA, WHO WAS CANONIZED ON SEPTEMBER 23RD!

The East San Fernando District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women will have its district meet-ing on Wednesday, October 14, 9:30 am here at Holy Redeemer. Sister Elizabeth Galt, BVM will speak, then Mass and lunch. The day concludes at 1:30pm. Charge for the day is $10 PREPAID. Please make check paya-ble to Ellie Martin, 5438 Rock Castle Drive, La Canada, CA 91011 before the Friday, October 9 deadline. For information, call Ellie at 818.248.1326 or Marie Urrutia at 818.244.0547. EVERY CATHOLIC WOMAN IS A MEMBER OF

ACCW AND THERE ARE NO DUES!

ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…

• Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?

• Has a child over the age of seven who has not been bap-tized?

• Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

Our RCIA program is an opportunity for adults to come togeth-er in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individ-uals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. Classes began on Tuesday Sept. 15 at 7pm and will continue at the time. You are wel-come to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting. For information please contact Trish Swords at 818-249-2008 Ext. 443 or email: drehrsj@gmail.com *There are separate sessions for children or youth in our Fami-lies of Faith and Confirmation programs.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word This ministry provides appropriate scripture readings and reflec-tions for our young minds during the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays of the month at the 8:30 AM Mass at St James. The priest dis-misses the children before the lectors begin the readings and they return after the prayer of the faithful.

St. James Holy Redeemer

School Mission

St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School provide excellence in Catholic education, welcoming families from all backgrounds and embracing cultural diversity. We collaborate with parents in the formation of their child’s reli-gious, academic, physical, and creative education. Recogniz-ing the dignity and uniqueness of each student, our staff de-velops curricular programs and instructional activities that address the various learning styles of our students. St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School promote in each child the skills necessary for life as a productive follower of Jesus Christ.

Philosophy St. James Elementary and Holy Redeemer Middle School form a family centered community based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. We recognize parents as the primary educators of their children and teachers as facilitators in the process of learning. We develop in each student a personal relationship with God and each other in a commitment to our Catholic faith through service and worship.

St.James–HolyRedeemerSchoolisAcceptingApplicationsforthe2015-2016SchoolYear.

BepartofourcommunitywhereweservetheCrescentaValleywithexcellenceinCatholiceducation.Pleasecon-tacttheschoolat818.248.7778andwewillbehappytoassistyou.

Back to school: keep communicating School starting may make it harder to have family time, but it is important to keep the lines of communication open dur-ing the rush of sports, activities and schoolwork. Ask your kids about their day – who they talked to and what they did. Your kids should know there’s nothing too embarrassing or scary to share with you. One easy way to start a conversa-tion with your child is by talking to them in the car – they can be brief, private and sometimes avoiding eye contact can help kids open up. To get a copy of the VIRTUS® article “Back to School – Talking With Your Kids” email: jvien-na@la-archidocese.org.

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN DID YOU KNOW?

MONTHLY SUNDAY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Seeking several volunteers to help with the Children’s Lit-urgy on Sunday at the 8:30 Mass at St. James this fall. Volunteers only need to commit to one Mass a month arranged ahead of time. Program materials and training provided! Volunteers must be VIRTUS trained (training opportunities provided frequently). If interested, please contact The Family Ministry at hrsjfamily@gmail.com or by calling the St. James office at 818.248.3442.

FAMILIES OF FAITH MONTHLY SCHEDULE

HOME FAMILY WHOLE FAMILY CLASS FAMILY

1st Sunday Whole Family Catechesis 8:30am at HR HH followed by 10:00 am Mass

2nd Sunday - Home Family Catechesis 8:30am - SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal

3rd Sunday - Class Family Catechesis 8:30am SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal, followed by class 9:45-11:00am

4th Sunday - Home Family Catechesis 8:30am SJ Family Mass with Youth Ushers & Children's Dismissal

We are starting something new at St. James!

Join us for a Monday Morning Parenting Class

8:30 – 11:00 a.m. in the Parish Center covered patio Bring your preschool child (age 0 – 4) not yet in TK

Meet other moms.

Each class will include art, songs, dance, and play, and a dis-

cussion on parenting topics. 12 classes for $165.00

($15.00 per class – your first class free) Registration forms are available in the SJHR School office on

the St. James campus. For more information, contact Patti Sternau

(818) 730-4117 or pjsternau@aol.com.

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Bulletin Number: 913098 Church Name and Address: Holy Redeemer 2411 Montrose Ave Montrose, Ca 91020-1419 Contact: Christine Corrigan Telephone: (818)249-2008 (818)249-5642 Email: ccorrigan@hr-sj.org