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January 19, 2014Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

A W e l c o m i n g c o m m u n i t y , H e l p i n g o n e A n o t H e r t o l i v e H o ly l i v e s i n J e s u s c H r i s t .

pAstor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

AssociAte pAstors Rev. Nicholas Assi Rev. Joseph Kammerer

DeAcons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business mAnAger Bob Hodges

WeekenD mAssSaturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

WeekDAy mAss Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am, 12:10pm, and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Saturday: 8am

Holy DAy mAss Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm

reconciliAtion (penAnce) Tuesday: 7:00-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30-6:00pm Thursday: 7:00-7:15am Saturday: 8:30-9am, 4:00-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4:00-4:30pm Confessions by request at anytime.

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of God who

takes away

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World." John 1:29

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Table of ConTenTs

Prayers / Mass Readings ............................................................... 2 Parish Calendar / Mass Intentions ............................................ 3 Parish Life ...................................................................................... 4-5 Pastoral Care ..................................................................................... 6 Stewardship ....................................................................................... 6 Social Justice & Outreach ............................................................ 7 Faith Formation ...............................................................................8 Families in Faith / AMS / SRE / Youth Ministry ......................9 Contact Information & Resources (Parish Directory) ......... 10 Gym & Field / Beyond Our Parish ............................................. 11 In MeMorIaM

In Remembrance, let us pray for all who have died, that they may rejoice with the Risen Lord.

Jeff Eberhart Mary Elizabeth Mullenhoff

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Pray for The sICk Please remember the sick in our community. Pray that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Rosemarie Kanarian John HatfieldTim O'Reilly

AmericAn mArtyrs cAtholic community

DaIly Prayers of The ChurCh

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL Chapel hours are: Mon-Wed-Fri, 6:45aM-9:00pM; Tues-Thurs, 6:00aM-9:00pM; Sat, 7:00aM-7:00pM; Sun, 6:00aM-7:00pM contact: Jim Quilliam, a d o r a t i o n c h a p e l @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

DAILY ROSARY: Monday - Saturday, 7:30aM, in the Church

EVENING PRAYER (LITURGY OF THE HOURS): Monday at 5:35pM, in the Church contact: Dick Williams, 310-292-0996

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION AND BENEDICTION) Tuesday following the 8:00aM Mass

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

saCraMenTs

BAPTISM FOR INFANTS: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Call Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for an appointment. Next Class is Thursday, January 16.

MARRIAGE: Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.

Sgt Mohses Afkari - U.S.M.C. Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army SPC Jared De Nicola - U.S. Army Nicole Duvardo - U.S.A.F. SPC Nicholas M. Francis - U.S. Army Rangers Cpl Brendan Hart - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F. Charles Koffman - U.S. Army

SGT Justin Lewis - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard SGT Keegan J. Mattick - U.S. Army CPT Richard Moravec - U.S. Army Rangers LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SPC Robert Plaza - U.S. Army PVT Joshua Stanziole - U.S. Army LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy PFC Dariusz Wawryk - U.S. Army Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.

Armed Forces

To add someone to the list or if you know that someone above has returned home, contact 310-545-5651 | b u l l e t i n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

We remember those serving in our Armed Forces overseas and pray that they return safely to their loved ones, especially:

reaDIngs of The Week

mondAy: 1 Sm 15:16-23; Ps 50; Mk 2:18-22tuesdAy: 1 Sm 16:1-13; Ps 89; Mk 2:23-28

WednesdAy: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Ps 144; Mk 3:1-6thursdAy: 1 Sm 18:6-9, 19:1-7; Ps 56; Mk 3:7-12

FridAy: 1 Sm 24:3-21; Ps 57; Mk 3:13-19sAturdAy: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117; Mk 16:15-18

sundAy: Is 8:23–9:3; Ps 27; 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17; Mt 4:12-23 or 4:12-1

nexT WeekenD's Mass CelebranTs

sAt 5:00pm: Fr. Nick Assi

sun 7:00Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer

8:00Am: Fr. Joe Kammerer9:30Am: Msgr. John Barry

11:30Am: Fr. Nick Assi5:00pm: Msgr. John Barry

This schedule is subject to change.

January 19, 2014 |Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Find this bulletin online at americanmartyrs.org

pArish cAlendAr

ThIs WeekmondAy, January 2010:00aM PH Monday Morning Starters

TUESDAY, January 219:00aM ODH M.O.Y.C. Sandwich Making9:15aM SPC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study9:00aM SK Young at Art Chair Meeting3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-66:00pM ODH Sandpipers Meeting6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pM SK Sand Tots Meeting7:00pM SpC Bereavement Group 7:00pM HFH Beginning Again 7:15pM SCH SRE Jr. High 7:30pM BB Al-Anon Meeting7:30pM SpC Contemplative PrayerWEDNESDAY, January 228:00aM PH AMPA Board Meeting9:00aM SK Career BridgeBuilders Workshop3:00pM PH M.O.M. Senior's & Child Reading 3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-65:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class 7:00pM ODH AMS Kindergarten Information Night7:00pM BB Peace Meditation7:00pM SK RCIA7:15pM SCH SRE Jr. High7:30pM PH Social Justice & Outreach Commission7:30pM SpC Sunday's Readings in ContextTHURSDAY, January 233:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir6:30pM BB Cub Scout Den Meeting 6:30pM ODH VIRTUS Training "Protecting God's Children"7:00pM SK Matthew 25 Habitat for Humanity CoationFRIDAY, January 24

9:00aM SK Career BridgeBuilders Workshop3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class5:30pM ODH Good News People Gathering

SATURDAY, January 2510:00aM HFH AA Women’s Meeting5:00pM BBP Food Drive6:30pM SK XLT - Prayer, Fellowship and AdorationSUNDAY, January 26 7:00aM ODH Coffee & Donuts7:00aM BBP Food Drive10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)10:30aM BB SRE Class 10:30aM PH SRE Class10:30aM SK SRE Class1:30pM PH Alzheimer’s Support Group2:00pM BB BSA Troop 3345 Meeting3:30pM ODH Year 2 Confirmation 3:30pM SK VIRTUS Recertification "Renewing the Promise"6:00pM PH TnT House Party7:00pM BB BSA Ad Altare Dei

FAcilities:BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church CHP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room

nexT WeekenD

Mass InTenTIons MONDAY, January 20 - St. Fabian; St. Sebastian

8:00 Vincent Farfone – RIP (Marion Kuhns) 12:10 Marcia Wible – RIP (Dave & Dottie Arias) 5:00 Maureen Chalk – RIP (Roberta Stuart)TUESDAY, January 21 - St. Agnes

6:30 Special Intention 8:00 Cynthia Rallo – RIP (Marion Kuhns) 12:10 Kyle Welch – RIP (Lorraine Bush) 5:00 Michael Scott Moore – Sp. Int. (Clare Frederick)WEDNESDAY, January 22 - Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children

8:00 Dr. Lew Yocum – RIP (Jon & Nan Rager) 12:10 Gay Kay – RIP (Pat Holt) 5:00 Joe Ricca – RIP (Lois Kumm)THURSDAY, January 23 - St. Vincent

6:30 Elena Ocampo Sanchez – RIP (Betty & Phil Nery) 8:00 Judy Facinelli – RIP (Amy & Lincoln Stone) 12:10 Sheila Walecki – RIP (Bobbi & Jim Sindelar) 5:00 John Zivec – RIP (Ed Rumsey Family)FRIDAY, January 24 – St. Francis de Sales 8:00 Gale Thomas – RIP (Mary Ann Shane) 12:10 Angie LaGorce – RIP (Cynthia Veglia) 5:00 Good News People – Sp. Int.SATURDAY, January 25 - The Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle 8:00 Patrice Esposito Tracy – RIP (Milena Robertson) 5:00 Kent Codrington – RIP (John Clifford)SUNDAY, January 26 – Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

7:00 Taylor Delepine – RIP (Paddy & Barb Delepine) 8:00 Thomas Grove, Sr. – RIP (Eileen & Mike Fiore) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Dcn. Frank Dieter – RIP (Donahue Family) 5:00 Peter LaSalanda – RIP (Lenore & Michael Graham)

N OT E : D a te s a n d l o ca t i o n s a re s u b j e c t to c h a n g e w i t h o u t n o t i ce. P l e a s e c h e c k w i t h t h e m i n i s t r y to ve r i f y e ve n t.


ALTAR SERVER TRAINING

Parents: Is your 5th grade or older child interested in participating as an Altar Server?

Mandatory General MeetinG &

SiGn-Up For new altar ServerS

Tuesday, January 21, 2014 7:00pM in the Church

There will be a single mandatory parent meeting for all parents of future altar servers to provide information concerning new procedures and training dates. Training sessions are scheduled throughout the winter and spring of 2014. Parents will have an opportunity to sign-up their children for a training session at this meeting.

QueStionS? Jeff & Joanne Harang, ms r a n g 4 5 @ g m a i l . c o m

Greeting you this weekend and for the next few weeks are

members of the Pastoral Council, Hospitality Ministry,

Ministry Leaders, and Parish Staff.

They are here to welcome you and say hello so that as a parish we are

living out our vision to be "a Welcoming Community."

If you would like to join us as a greeter, please contact

c e c @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

A l l i t t a k e s i s a s m i l e a n d a h e l l o

cAreer BriDgeBuilDers 2014 cAreer trAnsition WorksHops

Career Bridgebuilders is offering a series of workshops to help propel your career and job search.

Who should attend? These sessions will help anyone desiring to enhance their career including new graduates, unemployed, underemployed and fully employed. Workshops will be in St. Kateri Room, except as noted.

• Laying the Foundation for a Successful Job Search in 2014 (A 2-Part Series) - January 22 & 24, 9:00aM - 12:00pM

• Resume Essentials Workshop January 30, 9:00aM - 12:00noon

• Principles of Effective Networking and Marketing February 21, 9:00aM - 12:00noon

• LinkedIn Unleashed (A 2-Part Series with Walt Kasha) February 27, 7:00–9:00pM & February 28, 9:00aM–12:00noon (Both days will be in Spirituality Center)

• Networking - Expanding Who You Know March 4, 7:00 – 9:00pM

• Interview Skills and Rehearsal (A 2-Part Series) March 14 & March 21, 9:00aM – 12:00noon

• Win – Win Negotiations: How to Close the Deal March 28, 9:00aM – 12:00noon For More inForMation: Andrea Krych, c a r e e r b r i d g e b u i l d e r s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g .

Get connected to us on LinkedIn

The Altar Society needs Volunteers

There is a saying that it takes a village to raise a child. It also takes a village to feed the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ every week to hundreds of people. The Altar Society is looking for ladies to help launder the church’s small sacred linens. Here are some facts about this volunteer work.• Your help is needed only 6 times a year, or once

every 8 weeks.• The amount of laundry is small, is done in your

home, and at your convenience.• The largest piece of linen we launder is only

11x17 inches. • We will make every effort to accommodate your

schedule. If you are interested in helping or learning more, please contact April Marano, 310-939-9078 or a p r i l m a r a n o @ v e r i z o n . n e t



pArish neWs

55 plus Join us on Tuesday, February 4 at 9:00aM in St. Kateri for our monthly meeting. There will be a special guest speaker, Bryon Walls from California Crime Fighter, who will present a humorous talk on street crimes, home protection, car safety, etc. Everyone is welcome to hear Bryon.55 Plus members please bring a snack to share.Following the talk will be sandwich-making for St. Lawrence of Brindisi in O'Donnell Hall. We need more help with the sandwiches. Games by Judy afterwards in St. Kateri. Hosting this month is Judy Parnin; RSVP to her at 310-374-9804.

single seniors Brunch Join us for brunch at 1:00pM next Sunday, January 26 at Olive Garden Restaurant in Manhattan Beach, 2610 Sepulveda Blvd. at Marine Ave. rSvp: Kathy, 310-679-9240 or Magda, 323-469-0577.

virtus - protecting goD’s cHilDren

VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children awareness program in prevention of child sexual abuse is a requirement for all adults in contact with children on our parish campus. Parents in AMS and AMPreschool are required to attend the course to volunteer, and parents in Sunday Preschool, SRE, Lifeteen and sports programs are also encouraged to attend. Thursday, January 23, 6:30 - 9:30pM, O'Donnell Hall

VIRTUS Recertification, “Renewing the Promise”, is due every 4 years after initial training. Sunday, January 26, 3:30 -5:00pM, St. Kateri Room

Register by contacting Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 or p w i l l i a m s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

mothers oF young children Wednesday, January 29 9:30–11:00aM, SS. Brigid/Brendan Room Please join us! MOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies to pre-school aged children in our parish. Whether a first time mom or you come with a brood, we welcome you. Bring your children, parenting questions, and your prayer intentions for fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment. Babysitting is provided at the meeting.Our guest speaker will be Officer Stephanie Martin from the Manhattan Beach Police Department who will be discussing child safety. MiniStry ContaCtS: Allison Saba, 310-890-7198 or Stephanie Garcia, 310-383-3635

interested in AmericAn mArtyrs KindergArten? There will be a Kindergarten Information Night on Wednesday, January 22, 7:00-7:30pM in O’Donnell Hall.There will be presentations to cover an overview of both our programs, Kindergarten and Pre-kindergarten (Pony), followed by a question and answer period.Application packages will be available at the end of the evening. Adults only, please. Hope to see you there. If you have any questions, please call American Martyrs School office at 310-545-8559.

preschool ApplicAtions For 2014-2015 American Martyrs Preschool is accepting applications for entrance in September, 2014. Your child must be 3 years old by December 2, 2014 and fully potty trained upon entrance.

Applications for our developmental, mixed-age program are available at a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s p r e s c h o o l . c o m Applications can be dropped off at the preschool or mailed to:American Martyrs Preschool 1705 Laurel Avenue Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Due Date: Friday, February 7 (at 3:30pm)

smAll group tours of the preschool in action (for adults only, please) can be scheduled by calling 310-802-8149.Tours are Wednesday, January 29, 9-9:30aM or 10-10:30aM.Questions? Call the preschool office at 310-802-8149.

Coffee & DonuTs In o'Donnell hall Respect Life Ministry will serve donuts, coffee, tea, juice, and milk after 7:00, 8:00 and 9:30aM Masses.

NEXT WEEK: AMS Grade 5 will serve Coffee and Donuts.

Monday MorninG StarterS 9:00-10:30aMMondays, in the Parish House These weekly meetings are designed to help job-seekers create an action plan for the week ahead, offer support and an opportunity to network.

ContaCt: Andrea Krych, [email protected] or check out our group on LinkedIn.


Commission Chair: Katie Wargnier s tewardship@amer ic anmar t y r s .o r g

steWArDsHip

If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs, contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

DiD You KNOWOur weekly bulletin does not cost the parish a cent. The printing and shipping costs are covered by the revenue from our advertisers. So the more we support them the more they will see the benefits of having an ad in the bulletin.But wait, there is more, the ink is environmentally friendly and the bulletin is printed on paper with a high recycled content.Rejoice and thanks for reading our weekly bulletin.

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Beginning AgAin

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation and divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, January 21 from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Shattered Dreams."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

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stephen ministry Stuck in the ColdWhile we count our blessings for our beautiful home by the beach and the weather it provides, we realize there are many across the country who are stuck in the cold. They can easily be stranded, depressed, isolated from the world. Unfortunately, these situations aren’t solely linked to people stuck in the cold. Members of our parish suffer from these same feelings due to a job loss or family illness or other life challenges. Fortunately, they don’t have to be faced alone.Stephen Ministers are trained to provide confidential Christian care to those who need it. If you would like to speak with a Stephen Minister, call 310-545-8244 for information.

Care noteS Can Help yoU Cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently, such as:

When a Loved One Leaves the Faith Saying Yes: Making Mary's Trust Your Own Why Should I Be Chaste?

Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.

time talent treasure Friends of St. Lawrence - Watts Youth Center

cordially invites all parishioners to our

Winter Mass & Mixer at American MartyrsLearn more about our sister parish,

meet students from St. Lawrence of Brindisi and mingle with fellow AMC parishioners

sunDAy, FeBruAry 9 5:00pm mAss

followed by appetizers and drinks on the patio of the St. Brigid and Brendan Room

We are delighted that the 5:00pm Mass will be celebrated by Msgr. John Barry and concelebrated

by Father Jesus Vela of St. Lawrence of Brindisi, Friends of St. Lawrence sponsors many services

at St. Lawrence of Brindisi including:

Academic Scholarships Literacy Center Pro Bono Legal & Tax Services Tutoring and Mentoring Career and College Guidance Counseling Recreational and cultural outings Computer & tech support English as a Second language (ESL) classes for adults

Questions? Contact Lisa Acquistapace, l i s a m a c q @ m e . c o m

give yourselF the giFt oF AdorAtion

Celebrate with the Eucharistic Lord;Jesus is waiting for you. Come join Him!

adoration chapel hourS:Mon-Wed-Fri, 6:45aM - 9:00pM

tueS-thurS, 6:00aM - 9:00pMSaturday, 7:00aM - 7:00pM

Sunday, 6:00aM - 7:00pM

The chapel is in the back of the Church, south end of the vestibule.

Sit in Silence ◊ Pray the Rosary ◊ Meditate on the Scriptures Ask for Forgiveness ◊ Pray the Psalms ◊ "Be" with the Lord

did yoU Know? SUnday 9:30aM MaSS is shown live each week. Just click the linK on our HoMepaGe and watch it

as it happens or anytime after that.



heArts For the hungry - - sAntA monicA On Saturday, January 25, Matthew 25 will go to Santa Monica (OPCC at 503 Olympic Blvd) to serve those in need. We meet in the AMC parking lot at 7:00aM and return about noon. Bring quarters for parking meters ($1 per hour starting at 9:00 am.)

We greatly need gently used or new clothing including jeans, shirts, shoes and jackets - plus small containers of hygiene products including deodorant, sunscreen, toothbrushes, etc.Clothes can be left at the Parish Center Office or after hours at the storage lockers in the underground parking near the stairs. Also, used school backpacks are a welcome donation for the homeless clients. Thank you.If you would like to volunteer, contact Mike Concannon, 714-852-2112 or M i c h a e l . C o n c a n n o n @ l e n d l e a s e . c o m .

Commission Chair: Kathleen Truman s j o @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g respect liFe ministry

Respect Life Ministry Dinner Meeting Thursday, January 30, at 6:30pm at the Parish House Please attend our first Respect Life Ministry Meeting of 2014! Food will be provided, courtesy of Rubio's Mexican Grill. Topics will include: 2014 Walk for Life, Miscarriage Support Group, Euthanasia, and much more. See you there! For more information, contact Steve Perry, 818-800-5653.POPE FRANCIS' YES TO LIFE...

“Pope Francis preached on the worldwide Day of the Gospel of Life last June 16. He said, ‘the Scriptures everywhere tell us that God is the Living One, the one who bestows life and points the way to fullness of life. The commandments are not a litany of prohibitions – you must not do this, you must not do that; on the contrary, they are a great ‘Yes!': a yes to God, to Love, to life.’ That is what the Pope means in his interview by putting the abortion teaching in context. This actually protects and strengthens the Church's teaching on abortion

– and other moral issues – it bases these stances on fundamental affirmations of the Faith, and on the very nature of God. If a person rejects the Church's position against abortion, they are not rejecting merely a political stance or opinion; they are rejecting the Faith itself. The Pope, in fact, says that failing to respect life is the same as idolatry. ‘All too often, people do not choose life, they do not accept the 'Gospel of Life,' but let themselves be led by ideologies and ways of thinking that do not respect life, because they are dictated by selfishness, profit, power and pleasure, and not by love. As a result, the Living God is replaced by fleeting human idols.’ For Pope Francis, it is all about integrating the Church's teaching and practice of faith and morals, and it all centers on connecting with the human person as we connect with Christ”.

-- National Pro-Life Religious Council

For information about the Respect Life Ministry, contact Steve Perry, 818-800-5653 | s t e v e n . m i c h a e l . p e r r y @ g m a i l . c o m

January is Poverty Awareness month, sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Catholic Campaign for Human Development.

A four-part program available online at w w w . p o v e r t y u s a . o r g helps us understand what is at stake, and how we can help. This week ’s focus: CONNECT.

Share your ideas and commitment with your friends and community about what you have learned about poverty and how we can act upon it.

Connect with the USCCB by making a direct donation to the “Catholic Campaign for Human Development” by cash, check, or money order. Send your gift to:

Ralph McCloud, Director of CCHD Catholic Campaign for Human Development United States Conference of Catholic Bishops 3211 4th Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20017-1194

All donations to CCHD are tax deductible; a receipt for tax purposes will be provided. If you have questions, email at c c h d p r o m o @ u s c c b. o r g.

Visit w w w. p o v e r t y u s a . o r g and take the interactive quiz, visit the education center, see videos about stories of hope, and read about how Catholics confront global poverty. The website encourages you to copy and share on Facebook a pledge that reads: 1 in 5 children are at risk of hunger in America. It is one of the reasons I have pledged to help end domestic poverty. Visit w w w. p o ve r t y U S A . o rg to join me in making this pledge.

St. Francis, Pope Francis and a Vision for the 21st Century Parish

Jack Jezreel Thursday, February 20, 7:00 - 8:30pM

Jack Jezreel returns to American Martyrs to present a talk on the influence of St. Francis

and Pope Francis on today's church. He will invite us to consider a vision of what

that influence will have on our everyday life in our parish. Included in his invitation is for us to

consider how this influence will affect our living in community, discipleship, our ability to evangelize

and to deliver the good news of the Gospel. Everybody is invited.

A good will donation is welcome. Fellowship afterwards in the Parish House.


FAith FormAtion

ongoIng faITh forMaTIon & enrIChMenT

When we pray, we join a steady stream of prayer that began more than 2,000 years ago. With our world around us constantly

in a state of flux, there is a special grace in knowing there is a place that is sacred and unchanging, a place where we can go

to be renewed in the love that is ours by way of God’s grace.We all have gifts differing. There are many pathways to prayer.

BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pM in the Spirituality Center contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302

Tuesday Morning Scripture Group Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM, in the Spirituality Center contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday evening, 7:30-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (770 17th St, please use Pacific Ave. entrance) contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING Monday, 9:00-11:00aM, in the Spirituality Center contact: Sharon Law, S h a r o n 5 8 2 @ v e r i z o n . n e t | 310-963-9484 MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pM, in the Spirituality Center Chapel contact: Sharon Law, 310-963-9484 PEACE MEDITATION 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pM in SS. Brigid/Brendan Room contact: Avito Moniz, 310-430-5257 or Beverly, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00aM-4:00pM, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651

contemplAtive prAyer Tuesday evenings, 7:30pM - 8:30pM,

St. Joseph’s Chapel at the Spirituality Center (use Pacific Ave. entrance)

“Let us imagine that within us is an extremely rich palace, built entirely of gold and precious stones,

built for a Lord such as ours. Imagine also that in this palace dwells this mighty King.”

The Interior Castle, St. Teresa of Avila

What do we do? Very simply, we begin with a brief reading from one of the Saints or mystics of the Church, followed by two 20-minute periods of silent prayer, closing at 8:30pM with “Our Father.” For these weeks prior to Lent, our readings are from the interior caStle by St. Teresa of Avila. St. Teresa reminds us “This Lord of ours is a very good neighbor and wants us to draw closer, and asks that we seek his company. You have done quite a bit just by entering into the castle.”

Please join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! Handouts are available for missed sessions. MiniStry ContaCt: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349

“In my Father’s house there are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare

a place for you. And where I go, you know the way.” John 14:2,4

Get to know us at t h e c o n t e m p l a t i v e h e a r t . o r g The Contemplative Heart is sister site to The Contemplative Way

men's cornerstone retreAt January 31-February 1, 2014. Registration is online - find the link at the parish website, a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g .The retreat begins Friday at 6pM and ends Saturday at 8pM. Let go for all of 26 hours and give time to yourself to strengthen your faith and deepen your perspective on life, family and God.The Cornerstone team will feed you and send you home Saturday night in plenty of time to rest up for Super Bowl Sunday. Direct any questions to Neil Keegan, 310-498-5066, Mark Pfaff, 310-426-4110, or Mike Wilk, 310-292-7774

Women's cornerstone retreAt Join us on Sacred Ground. The Women’s Cornerstone Weekend is February 7-8, 2014. Registration is online - find the link at the parish website, a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g . This is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with other ordinary women in our community and with God. Free yourself from your daily routine and consider the

gift of Cornerstone. ContaCt: Diana Gallo, 2 0 1 4 w o m e n s c o r n e r s t o n e @ g m a i l . c o m or 323-333-0227

Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will..

Ps 40

neWly BAptized At AmericAn mArtyrs We welcome the new members of our Catholic Community.Hannah Claire Cabello Kiran Michael CampbellCataldo James Chaplin Ryan Patrick CraigTaylor Jennifer Craig Sophia Knoll DahlgrenAlexa Yu-Jing De Maria Delaney Claire EllisNatalie Marie Friend Phillip Ivan Gossette IIBlake Kelly Guerrero Olivia Helen GuyMia Marie Jaume Madison Jaymes KratzLuca Patrick McCafferty Lucy Elizabeth McMahonYvette Christina Nevarez Lukas Michal PasulaDillon August Pawlowski Henry Michael ShwayderJack Riehl Stewart Scarlett Clara VelezCharlotte Illeana Walle



FAith FormAtion

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN What can I do as a parent following a trauma?Establish a sense of safety and security. It is essential that children feel protected, safe and secure in the aftermath of a trauma. Ensure that all basic needs are met, including love, care, and physical closeness. Spend extra time to let children know that someone will nurture and protect them. Children will need a lot of comforting and reassurance. If you would like a copy of the article “A Parent Handout for Helping Children Heal,” email j v i e n n a @ l a - a r c h d i o c e s e . o r g .For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

AmericAn mArtyrs youth ministry every tuesDAy nigHt - teen tuesDAy! Sit back, hang out, pray, and build community. Evenings may include scripture study, Catholic Trivia games, or praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet or Rosary. tonigHt - 5pm liFe teen mAss & 6:15pm liFe nigHt All High School teens are invited to attend our Life Teen Mass & Life Night. These are nights of games, activities, prayer and inspirational talks.next sunDAy, JAnuAry 26 - yeAr 2 conFirmAtion Meet in O'Donnell at 3:30pM. All Confirmation Candidates will attend the 5:00pM Mass that follows our meeting.next sunDAy, JAnuAry 26 - 5pm liFe teen mAss All High School teens are invited to attend our Life Teen Mass. If you are interested in joining Life Teen, contact Monica Leon at m l e o n @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r gFind us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM contact: a m y m @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

See the back page of the bulletin for information on the XLT South Bay

Evening of Prayer and Worship this Saturday night at American Martyrs Church

American Martyrs School

FAmilies in FAith What do we learn in our religion classes? Students in AMS and SRE follow a path to learned (memorized) prayer that this month includes the Act of Contrition for the second graders as they prepare for their First Penance on February 12 and 13. We all could benefit from a look at this Sacrament – start with a daily examen and Act of Contrition before bed and soon this will be a wonderful family tradition!

SRE Classes January 21/22 January 26 January 28/29

Catholic Schools Week is January 26-31

American Martyrs School celebrates Mass at 8:00aM on Friday, January 31 in honor of Catholic Schools Week to thank God for our Catholic school and the wonderful parish that supports us.

“Learning to pray doesn't offer us a less busy life; it offers us a less busy heart.” Paul E. Miller ContaCt: Patti Williams, Director of Religious Education 310-546-4734 | p w i l l i a m s @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g

scrip corner Any New Year’s resolution to finish those house projects?We have scrip cards for HoMe depot - SearS - lowe'S - aCe Hardware - tHe Container Store - Bed, BatH & Beyond - SaM'S ClUB - walMart and many other retailers that can help you get your projects done. Or if you are ready to decorate, we have pottery Barn - williaMS SonoMa - Crate and Barrel - reStoration Hardware and more! Our scrip program operates year-round so if you found us helpful during the Christmas season, please consider supporting our program throughout the year - because your purchase of scrip supports our schools, religious education, and parish ministries. Many of our national retailers have reloadable cards so before you reload at the coffee shop or at the register, call us and let us show you how easy it is to reload through our program. Shop Smart - Shop with Scrip!Sales Hours: Weekdays, 7:45aM - 3:45pM (Fridays till 1:00pm) Sunday, 7:45aM - 11:30aM

For special orders or information about scrip cards, contact the scrip office, 310-545-5651 x289 | s c r i p @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r g.

Upper Room Spiritual Libraryopen on SundayS, 10:aM-4:00pM 770 17th Street, on the 2nd Floor oF the Spirituality center

Seek in reading and you will find in meditation; knock in prayer and it will be

opened to you in contemplation. - St. John of the Cross

inForMation and contactS: Anna Jung, 310-374-0863 or Millie Maloney, 310-938-3125


Contact Information & Resources

A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-214-4851CASA DE LOS ANGELITOS Maternity Home, 310-325-820824 HOUR Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELPARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE 800-355-2545VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650

American Martyrs Sunday Mass is available for TV viewing on

Time Warner Cable, channel 165, Sundays from 4:00-5:00pM. There is a one week delay

in air time.

BUSineSS ManaGer Bob Hodges bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

paStoral CoUnCil preSident Gregory McGinity pcpresident@AmericanMar tyrs.org310-922-7931

FinanCe CoUnCil preSident Charles Wilmot [email protected]

adUlt BaptiSM, ConFirMation & eUCHariSt

Deacon Derek & Terri Brown rc ia@AmericanMar t yrs.org

BaptiSM preparation For inFantS Deacon Fred & Suzie Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FUneral planninG & BereaveMent

Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.orgyamantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

litUrGy & worSHip Deacon Derek & Terri Brown dbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.orgtbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.org

StepHen MiniStry Deacon Dick & Patti Williams 310-545-8244

FinanCe direCtor Pattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.org

GyM, Field & atHletiCS Lou Ann Selsky l se lsky@AmericanMar t yrs.org

MUSiC direCtor Bill Svarda 310-640-8505

pariSH Center adMiniStrator & FaCilitieS Coordinator

Dottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pariSH CoMMUniCationS Anne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.org

plant ManaGer Tony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.org

reCtory oFFiCe adMiniStrator Laurie Oester, Ph.D rec tor y@AmericanMar t yrs.org

teCHnoloGy Vicki Terbovich vterbovich@AmericanMar t yrs.org

volUnteer MiniStry ForMation Jenny Attanasio jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

rectory 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639 fax 310-546-9209

pArisH center 1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639 fax 310-545-3971

prinCipal Camryn Connelly ams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

AmericAn mArtyrs scHool 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559 fax 310-545-3971

preSCHool direCtor Jeannie Wood preschool@AmericanMar t yrs.org

AmericAn mArtyrs prescHool 1705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-802-8149

religious eDucAtion 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-546-4734

direCtor, reliGioUS edUCation Patti Williams pwil l iams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

direCtor, yoUtH MiniStry Monica Leon amym@AmericanMar t yrs.org

direCtor, SUnday preSCHool SUnday preSCHool eMeritUS

April BeuderSr. Mary Irene Flanagan

310-546-6311

PARISH FACILITIES

PARISH CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish Center Office and St. Kateri Room (enter from Deegan Place) O'Donnell Hall and St. Brigid/Brendan Room (enter from O'Donnell parking lot)

GYM - 701 15th Street 310-802-8720 Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street Do not park on 18th Street. Park on Church /School property and enter from schoolyard

SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)



CATHOLIC CO-ED SOFTBALL PLAYERS WANTED!Catholic Co-ed Slo-Pitch Adult Softball League (ages 18+) is seeking players for their 2014 Spring Season! Games are Sunday afternoons from March thru June in Torrance & Long Beach. Singles and couples welcome; female players especially needed!

Contact ASAP: Fred Lawler, 657-464-9314 / [email protected].

Beyond our Parish

ACCW DISTRICT MEETING - Tuesday, January 28, 9:30am -1:30pm

The Southwestern District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women will have a District Meeting at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Hermosa Beach. The day includes a speaker (Bishop Alexander Salazar: "Life, Justice and Peace in the Archdiocese"), Mass and lunch. $10 per person, PREPAID, by January 23 deadline to Helen Rausch, 2404 Alvord Lane, Redondo Beach, CA 90278-1502.For information contact Judy Parnin, 310-374-9804.Every Catholic Woman is a member of ACCW and there are NO DUES!

Gym & Field

gym & Field rentAls For information about renting the Gym, call 310-802-8720 For field rentals, call 310-802-0729 x287.

gym Activities SeniorS exerciSe - Community is welcome! Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am

Women'S Volleyball Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00-10:00am. All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. ContaCt: Rocky Wade, rocky [email protected]’S and Women’S coed Volleyball Tuesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm. Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. ContaCt: John Wargnier 310-796-1058 | j o h n w a r g n i e r @ a m e r i c a n m a r t y r s . o r gGyM ContaCt: Lou Ann Selsky, 310-802-8720 [email protected]

Join us at the annual Religious Education Congress held at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Thursday, March 13 (Youth Day) - Sunday, March 16You are assured of a wonderful experience. All

are welcome to attend! Sponsored by the Office of Religious Education at the Archdiocese of Los

Angeles, Congress offers a variety of opportunities for personal faith enrichment, prayer and

entertainment. There are hundreds of workshops, covering topics of interest from spirituality and

personal development to biblical studies, theology and catechesis. Participants will also enjoy morning praise, evening liturgies and a variety of midday and

evening concerts. A spirit-filled and enriching weekend!

To view a Registration Guidebook, schedule of events and speakers, go to w w w. R E C o n g r e s s . o r g

Early registration and discounted fee through January 22

Hello Ramblers

Who's proud of their parish, and wants to show it off to the ND community?

We're looking for a parish to host our 1st Travelling Mass of 2014. We can't hit all 12 months if we miss January.

Though the Travelling Mass has been a huge hit, it's very easy to do. All we need is a parishioner of a Catholic Church to coordinate with their local parish to:

.... pick a certain Mass date/time,

... allocate a few rows of seats for Domers,

... ask the presiding Priest to acknowledge the group,

and, if possible, coordinate a small meet and greet afterwards.

Please contact r j m f i n a n c i a l @ g m a i l . c o m if you're interested in coordinating with your parish.


m o n t h ly F o o d d r i v e i s n e X t W e e K e n d

One-pound bags of beans and rice continue to be staple foods that go a long way in the St. Lawrence community,

as are these other items:

Canned meats (tuna, chicken, corned beef hash) Mac ‘n’ cheese Canned chili beans Top Ramen noodles Soups Spaghetti sauce Pasta/spaghetti Cereal Oatmeal

Your Sunday newspaper inserts and coupons can also help our friends at St. Lawrence save hundreds of dollars each week

on purchases. Bring the coupons you receive in the mail or newspaper to the Food Drive table.

Welcome tABle Are you new to American Martyrs?

Have you moved? Stop by the Welcome Table

THIS WEEKEND and let us update your information

or register you in the Parish.Looking to get more involved?

We can help with that too!For more information,

contact Harriet Rapista at r a p i s t a 9 0 2 7 8 @ v e r i z o n . n e t

or 310-947-2416.

All American Martyrs parishioners are invited

to a night of praise and worship,

inspirational message and Eucharistic Adoration

led by Monsignor Barry.

6:30pM - Pizza Dinner in St. Kateri Room

7:00pM - Live Music starts in the Church

A great opportunity for us to dive deeper in relationship with God.

This event is FREE. All ages are welcome!

Neighboring parishes have been invited to join us

and will bring teens from their youth ministry.

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