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January 31, 2016Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

associate Pastors Rev. Joseph Kammerer Rev. Rick Prindle

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

WeekenD Mass Saturday 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: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Friday: 5:30pm-6pm Saturday: 8:30am-9am, 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request anytime. Call Rectory for appointment.

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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 .

American Martyrs | A Designated Pilgrimage Church for the Year of Mercy

In MeMorIaM

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

Ginny Kelly Janice AguilerraDavid Dietz

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:

Kent Kirkpatrick Jacob CondePeter Moglia Infant Finley BoitanoKathy Rico Baichtal Carissa Enright Kathy O'Mara Samantha ConcettiDavid & Diane Casey Tom VavrekGinny Hartinger

AmericAn mArtyrs cAtholic community

DaIly PrayerS of the church

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL Chapel hours are: Monday-Friday, 7:00aM-8:00pM | Saturday, 7:00aM-5:00pM Sunday, 1:00pM-5:00pM; closed during regular Sunday Masses. 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

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. Nex t class is Sunday, February 7.

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. CPT Maureen Bannon- U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. Michael Ivers - U.S.A.F.

SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard LCDR Mike Mullen - U.S. Navy Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SSgt Kyle Nesbitt – U.S.A.F. Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy Capt Tim Woodring - U.S.M.C.

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

Armed Forces

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

holy MatrIMony

First Banns: Nicholas Cipiti and Erin RebackJay Stakelon and Lauren Merrill

PArish registrAtion

Why is it so important that we register in the parish? Committing to American Martyrs by registering brings many benefits and responsibilities. The parish will be there for you on your faith journey - to provide Masses, Sacraments, education programs, and ministries. Registering in the parish is a statement of your faith and confidence in our parish family and your commitment to our parish mission. The parish will count on you to be an active member and to help and assist in our mission. As parish members, we are all here to help one another on our spiritual journey; we can’t do this alone. Are you registered with us? One way to know if you are registered is if you receive regular communications from us, such as offertory envelopes, newsletters or emails. If you do not receive at least one of these every month, then perhaps you are not registered and you may want to check with the parish office staff. Pick up a registration card at the Parish Center or Rectory or stop by the Welcome Table outside of Mass. Return your registration forms via the collection basket or to the office.

next WeekenD'S MaSS celebrantS

sAt 5:00Pm: Fr. Joe Kammerersun 7:00Am: Fr. Rick Prindle

8:00Am: Msgr. John Barry9:30Am: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream)

11:30Am: Fr. Rick Prindle5:00Pm: Fr. Joe Kammerer

This schedule is subject to change.

January 31, 2016 |Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Find this bulletin online at AmericanMartyrs.org

PArish cAlendAr

thIS Week

mondAy, February 15:30aM PH Men’s & Women's AA Meeting8:00aM ODH AMS Catholic Schools Week9:00aM PH Monday Morning Starters9:00aM SpC Monday Morning Faith Sharing Group5:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance ClassTUESDAY, February 25:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting8:00aM ODH Senior Fellowship Sandwich Making9:15aM SpC Tuesday Morning Scripture Study10:00aM SK Senior Fellowship (fka 55 Plus)1:00pM PH Altar Society Board Meeting 3:00pM ODH Mustang Players3:30pM PH Legion of Mary3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-66:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday6:00pM ODH Sandpipers Meeting 7:00pM HFH Beginning Again7:00pM PH Natural Family Planning7:15pM SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pM SCH Al-Anon7:30pM SpC Contemplative PrayerWEDNESDAY, February 35:30aM PH Men’s & Women's AA Meeting8:00aM ODH TACSC Leadership9:30aM SK Mothers of Young Children10:00aM PH Weekly Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe3:45pM SCH SRE Grades 1-65:00pM BB Happy Holy Hour Dance Class6:00pM ODH Bingo Night7:00pM SpL Vocations Committee7:15pM SCH Jr. High SRE7:30pM SpC Sunday’s Readings in Context7:30pM SK RCIATHURSDAY, February 45:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting9:00aM ODH Mothers Outreach Ministry3:15pM SKMR AM Children’s Choir7:00pM SpC 33 Days to Morning GloryFRIDAY, February 5

9:00aM PH 33 Days to Morning Glory11:15aM CH Silent Meditation12:00pM SpC Matthew 25 Saturday's Blessings3:30pM SCH Irish Dance5:00pM ODH Men's Cornerstone Retreat

MaSS IntentIonS anD reaDIngS for the Week MONDAY, February 1 Readings: 2 Sm 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Ps 3:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; Mk 5:1-20

8:00 Jeffrey Johnson – RIP (Laura & Jim Hirschmann) 12:10 George Newburn – RIP (The Newburns) 5:00 Felipe Morales – RIP (The Morales Family)TUESDAY, February 2 - The Presentation of the Lord Readings: Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Heb 2:14-18; Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22-32

6:30 Julia Barry - RIP 8:00 Jason Ross – RIP (Nat Chianta & La Famiglia) 12:10 Bob Komick – RIP (Komick Family) 5:00 Patrick Ryan – RIP (Ryan Family)WEDNESDAY, February 3 - St. Blaise; St. AnsgarReadings: 2 Sm 24:2, 9-17; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 6, 7; Mk 6:1-6

8:00 Kathy O’Mara - Sp. Int. (LouAnne & Rick de la Sota) 12:10 Mary DeVall – RIP (Dave & Dottie Arias) 5:00 Vivencio O. Cabal, Sr. - RIP (Joyce C. Payne)THURSDAY, February 4 Readings: 1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12; 1 Chr 29:10, 11ab, 11d12a,12bcd; Mk 6:7-13

6:30 Claudia Carrillo – RIP (M. Brinker-Brown) 8:00 Leo Nolte – RIP (Chuck & Nancy Wuller) 12:10 Bryan Malek, Sr. – RIP (Betty Nery) 5:00 Toni McCambridge - RIPFRIDAY, February 5 - St. AgathaReadings: Sir 47:2-11; Ps 18:31, 47, and 50, 51; Mk 6:14-29 8:00 Aloysius Pietraszewski – RIP (Suarez Family) 12:10 Hal Shoemaker - RIP (The Muldoon Family) 5:00 Carmen Pereira – RIP The Kawough Family)SATURDAY, February 6 - St. Paul Miki and Companions Readings: 1 Kgs 3:4-13; Ps 119:9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14; Mk 6:30-34 8:00 Carol Gallegos – RIP (Mike Mulcahy) 5:00 Ray D’Amico – RIP (Saturday 5pm Ushers)SUNDAY, February 7 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary TimeReadings: Is 6:1-2a, 3-8; Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8; 1 Cor 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11; Lk 5:1-11

7:00 Michael J. Devine – RIP (Rosalie Devine) 8:00 Victor Correa – RIP (Correa Family) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Robert McCormick, Jr. – (Karen McCormick) 5:00 Stephen Roney – RIP (Susan Wehmeier)

SATURDAY, February 610:00aM SHH AA Women

SUNDAY, February 77:00aM ODH Pancake Breakfast7:00aM ODH AMS Used Uniform Sale10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)6:15pM ODH AMYM Life Night7:00pM SK Infant Baptism Preparation Class

next WeekenD

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

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.


Start your morning with

The Minute Message(You do not need a Facebook

account to view the messages.)

Follow Msgr. Barry @msgrjohnbarry

uPcoMing WorksHoPs - career BriDgeBuilDers

• KicKoff Your 2016 Job Search with career bridgebuilderS - Andrea Connolly Monday, February 8, 9:00aM–11:30aM, St. Kateri Room Launch your 2016 job search by setting priorities and creating your personal plan.

• la ProfeSSional networKing - wine and cheeSe Social Monday, February 18, 6:30-8:30pM, St. Kateri Room See details below.

• reSume develoPment - Grace Moniz & Andrea Connolly Monday, February 22, 9:00aM–11:30aM, St. Kateri Room In a competitive job market, learn how to develop a compelling resume that showcases the essence of you and how to set yourself apart from the competition. Bring your resume if available.

FoR MoRe inFoRMation: Contact Andrea Connolly, 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

Follow us by joining our group on LinkedIn

LA Professional Networking Wine & Cheese Social

February 18, 6:30 – 8:30pm, St. Kateri Room

This evening of professional networking across all industries will bring the parish community and beyond together to make valuable new business and career connections in an

atmosphere of socializing and camaraderie.

Please let your friends and neighbors know about this event sponsored by one of our parish’s ministries that seeks to support

all parishioners in career growth and transition. What better way to start a new year of vitality and prosperity than connecting with your fellow parishioners and helping each

other grow in their professional journey?

Bring your business cards and resumes and get connected!!

We look forward to seeing you there! Questions? Contact Andrea Connolly,

[email protected] or check out our group on LinkedIn.

At the parish-wide Pastoral Council meeting a few weeks ago, Pastoral Council members spoke to new initiatives taking place this year. Without using too much computer lingo, one initiative is a new database system that will better connect parish staff with parishioners and parishioners to ministry. This system includes not only data for administrative use, but eventually a new website, mobile app and parishioner portal.As we continue to update each household record, we ask for your patience. If we have something incorrect (e.g. marital status, household name, address), please let us know at Pa r i s h D a t a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

SAVE THE DATEMonday, April 18, 2016

17th Annual American Martyrs Golf Classic

Palos Verdes Golf Club Online Registration coming soon

I will singof your salvation. . Ps 71



PArish news

mothers oF young children Wednesday, February 3 9:30–11:00aM in St. KateriMOYC provides a network of friendship and local resources to mothers with babies through pre-school aged children in American Martyrs Parish. Whether you're a first time mom or you come with a brood, we welcome you! Bring your parenting questions, your prayer intentions, and your children for playtime and fellowship in a relaxed, supportive environment.Our guest speaker will be Dr. Nina Desai of Manhattan Beach Dermatology who will share information about pediatric dermatology and will also be available to answer any questions. Babysitting provided.MinistRy ContaCts: Elizabeth Serrano, 310-245-4459 or Erin Hanlon, 609-760-7988 | m o y c @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

senior FellowshiP grouP The Senior Fellowship Group (formerly 55 Plus) monthly Potluck Lunch gathering is Tuesday, February 2 at 11:30aM in St. Kateri. Please bring a dish to feed 6 to 8 people. Before the gathering, we will be making sandwiches for St. Lawrence at 8:45aM in the O’Donnell kitchen. Diane Dumond and Ann Jund are in charge of sandwiches. Call Diane at 310-376-3599 if you have questions. Games will be at 10:00aM, after sandwich making. Come see what our new format is all about. We love to see new faces and make new friends. Questions? Call Dee Kilmer, 310-676-5381.

A.m.c. seniors (FkA single seniors) Join us for brunch TODAY, Sunday, January 31 at 1:00pM at Olive Garden Restaurant (2610 Sepulveda Blvd. & Marine Ave., Manhattan Beach) Please RSVP.MinistRy ContaCts: Thelma, 310-621-1690 or Magda, 323-469-0577

AltAr society - monthly meeting Join us on Thursday, February 11 at 9:00aM in St. Kateri. Everyone is welcome; no reservation needed.The doors will be open after 8:00aM Mass for a continental breakfast, news of what is going on, a short meeting, and then our speaker, Sister Gretchen Hailer, RSHM who has spoken to us in the past, and is most engaging. Since Ash Wednesday is the day before, and the start of Lent, she will touch on how we can take this time to reflect and make the most of this church season, and heighten our relationship with Our Lord. Ministry contact: Dorothy Higi, 310-545-2016

coffee & DonutS In o'Donnell hall AMS Grade 2 will serve Coffee and Donuts after the 7aM, 8aM, and 9:30aM Masses.

NEXT WEEK: Pancake BreakFast Ministry is serving pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee in O’Donnell Hall after the 7:00, 8:00, and 9:30aM Masses.

circle oF Friends We invite you to join us on Friday, February 12 at 7:00pM in the Holy Family House. We are a small community made up of persons with intellectual disabilities, their families and friends, particularly young friends, who meet regularly in a Christian spirit to share friendship, pray together, sing, play, share a meal, and celebrate life. We look forward to seeing you there.Questions? Contact Regina Dell'Oro at g o l d c r o m s @ g m a i l . c o m

Monday MoRning staRteRs, 9:00-10:30aM, Parish HouseJob Seekers - join this weekly career networking group and rev up the energy on your search.

ContaCt: Andrea Connolly, careerbridgebuilders@AmericanMar t yrs.org

mother's outreAch ministry Monthly Meeting Thursday, February 4 9:30aM, St. Kateri Room Coffee and bagels will be served.M.O.M. is a supportive network of parish women and their children who provide friendship and spiritual growth through involvement in outreach projects. We welcome new members and their children.MinistRy ContaCts: Deana McGinity, 310-871-3516 or Jacqueline Steib, 310-266-7177.

Join a Choir!We are all looking for new members,

and before Lent is a good time to join in singing.

We all need men, and the 9:30aM and 11:30aM choirs especially need tenors and sopranos.

ContaCt: Bill Svarda, 310-640-8505 | w e s v a r d a @ s o c a l . r r. c o m

Preschool tours American Martyrs Preschool invites you to come by the Preschool to see our beautiful environment and learn more about our philosophy and the "why" behind our curriculum.

The Final Small Group Tours of the preschool in action (for adults only, please) can be scheduled by calling 310-802-8149.Thursday, February 4, 9:00aM and 10:00aM

QueStionS? Call the office, 310-802-8149.


Commission Chair: Gary Ferrell S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodJesus was often asked in the Holy Scriptures about what one must do to gain Heaven. His answers could be summarized in one word - Love. This week readings for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time reflect two themes: to answer God's call, and to love in a way that is perhaps somewhat foreign to our romanticized concept of love. In today's world the word "love" seems to have been devalued. We often hear, or maybe even say, "I love being at the beach" or "I love skiing." I like both of those things, but I love my spouse and my God. Our readings this weekend remind us of the true meaning of love.In the first reading, Jeremiah, like many of the prophets, expresses some reluctance to his calling. He found it to be burdensome in many ways. Yet, God makes it clear that He has called him to that role, and He fully expects him to fulfill his vocation through love of the Lord. Each of us is also called to a particular role to serve God, the Church, and one another. As hesitant as we may be, it is what God expects of us. Living out God's will is a loving and stewardship way of life.We are probably very familiar with the second reading from St. Paul. It is all about love and we often hear these verses at weddings or similar events, but Paul is addressing a deeper and more unconditional love. St. Paul’s letter was written in Greek and the language has four words for love covering interpersonal love ranging from friendship to romantic to

the ultimate love. The love Paul speaks about is deep; it is a self-giving love which does not expect anything in return. It is pure love which is sacrificial and unconditional. It has little to do with emotion, and everything to do with living out the same love God feels for us. It is stewardship.

This is the love to which Jesus calls us. It is at the core of everything we are and everything we do. We should give of our Treasure, Talent and Time without expectation of return or maybe even thanks. It is what we do as stewards of our God given gifts.

Please contact us, S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g with questions or comments on this article or about Stewardship.

stewArdshiPtime talent treasure

If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs,

contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - Sunday, January 31, 1:30pmCaregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory disorders are welcome to a Caregiver Support Group that meets in the Parish House, 1:30-3:00pM, on the last Sunday of each month. The group is for people to bring questions, share their feelings, learn from others who have gone through the experience, exchange information, and problem solve together. There is no charge to participate.For information, contact Deacon Dick Williams at 310-545-8244.

CaRe notes Can Help you Cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently.How the Eucharist Makes Whole the Broken Finding Comfort and Healing in the Rosary Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.

Beginning AgAin

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, February 2, from 7:00 - 9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Happiness."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

PAstorAl cAre

stePhen ministry Why am I feeling left out? When we look around, it can seem like everyone else is happy. Other people don’t seem to have the problems that we have. Other people don’t seem to have the money issues, the loneliness, the health challenges, the relationship problems, or the fears that we have. We can feel embarrassed and like we don’t belong. People even tried to make Jesus feel that way in today’s gospel.Every family and every person has struggles. A Stephen Minister can help you put yours in perspective. If you know of a person down on him or herself, let them know that a Stephen Minister can help. For more information, there are brochures in the back of the church or call our confidential line, 310-545-8244, and Deacon Dick and Patti Williams will contact you.

give yourselF the giFt oF AdorAtion

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

adoration chapel hourS:Monday-Friday, 7:00aM - 8:00pM

Saturday, 7:00aM - 5:00pMSunday, 1:00pM - 5:00pM

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



Commission Chair: Steven Perry S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

m25 outreAch - sAturdAy Blessings

We go every Saturday at 5:00aM to Our Lady Queen of Angels, La Placita Olvera in downtown LA to feed 100 lunches to the homeless. The homeless sleep all

around the church and behind it, lining both sides of Spring Street.We are in desperate need of:

Pop up tents • Blankets • Sleeping Bags Warm Coats • Jackets • Sweatshirts • Sweatpants Jeans • T-shirts (men's especially) • Shoes • Socks

Donations can be left on the porch at 625 17th Street, MB.

resPect liFe Ministry California Tries to Revamp Death Penalty Procedures

“After having its death penalty protocols repeatedly ruled unconstitutional, California will once again attempt to rewrite the process to comply with court rulings. The California Catholic Conference will be among many speaking out against the use of the death penalty and the protocols at a hearing next Friday.‘The Golden Rule,’ said Pope Francis in his address to Congress last fall, ‘reminds us of our responsibility to protect and defend human life at every stage of its development. This conviction has led me, from the beginning of my ministry, to advocate at different levels for the global abolition of the death penalty.’In California’s proposal for new death protocols, not only do the regulations limit the inmate’s access to chaplains and spiritual advisors as the execution draws near but – in an effort to make the killing more humane – the state has switched from a three drug protocol to one drug. The effectiveness of this new single drug protocol is still questionable. The cocktail of deadly drugs are designed to address the growing number of ‘botched’ executions in this country and are one of the many reasons the death penalty is receiving more scrutiny. Increased awareness of the disparate use of the punishment among minorities and stunning revelations that many innocent people are executed are also some of the many reasons this nation is moving away from the death penalty.Nineteen states have already eliminated its use, and just this week the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Florida’s protocols unconstitutional. In addition to the U.S., only four other industrialized nations use the punishment. China puts more people to death than any other nation followed by Iran, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and the United States. California holds 746 people on San Quentin’s Death Row. The last execution in the state was January 17, 2006.Consistency in the abhorrence of violence is the hallmark of the Church's teaching on the death penalty. In the Culture of Life and the Death Penalty, the U.S. Bishops also point to the fact that state-sanctioned killing diminishes us all, the application of capital punishment is flawed and inconsistent, and that the state has other ways of punishing criminals.”

Catholic Legislative Network, January 14, 2016For more information and to take action go to: h t t p : / / w w w. c a c a t h o l i c . o r g / d e a t h - p e n a l t yFor information about the Respect Life Ministry, contact Steve Perry 818-800-5653 | r e s p e c t l i f e @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

m25 outreAch - st. FrAncis center Come help us feed the homeless. Join Matthew 25 at the St. Francis Center grocery service on Saturday, February 6. The Center (w w w.sfcla.org)

serves impoverished adults and children in the South Park and Garment District neighborhoods of downtown LA.We meet in the AMC parking lot at 8:45am before carpooling to the Center. Volunteers help sort through produce and grocery items, and distribute them to needy families. Openings are available for up to 8 volunteers. To reserve your spot RSVP by Tuesday, February 2 to Matt Conway, m a t t . c o n w a y. 1 6 1 8 @ g m a i l . c o m , and to John Harder, j o h n . h a r d e r. 3 r d @ g m a i l . c o m . Give your name and state that you will be participating with American Martyrs on Feb. 6.

Save t h e Da t e Saturday, March 19

and join us for the 4th Annual “faIth In actIon:

aMerIcan MartyrS Day of VolunteerIng” Get involved helping those in need, making

lunches, visiting the sick and elderly … making a difference.

Sponsored by: Social Justice & Outreach Commission

"May this Year of Mercy be the one campaign in 2016 that makes a difference for the least of our brothers and sisters."


FAith FormAtion

inFAnt BAPtism Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required to have your child baptized at American Martyrs Church.Next class is Sunday, February 7 at 7:00pM in St. Kateri. For information and schedule of classes, go online to w w w. A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g | Sacraments | Baptism.Questions: Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 424-327-9610 or d e a c o n f r e d @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

faIth enrIchMent & Prayer grouPS

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 Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe Wednesday, 10:00-11:30aM, in Parish HouseCONTEMPLATIVE 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, 310-963-9484MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:30-9:00pM Evening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet 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, 310-376-2056SILENT MEDITATION (No session February 5) Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel contact: 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 Every Tuesday evening, 7:30 - 8:30pM St. Joseph’s Chapel in the Spirituality Center

“Personal prayer substantiates the beauty and value of our communal prayer, and we grow to understand more deeply the

ways of God within and beyond our faith community.” Community and Growth, Jean Vanier

Christ was born for you, making Love a reality on earth. Christ comes to us today in the sacraments, in our relationships, and in all of nature. God speaks to us of all things in many ways, but is not likely the loudest voice we will hear. In prayer, we listen with our hearts to the ways in which God continually draws each one of us, by love and grace, within and beyond our faith community. What do we do?

7:30 quiet arrival 7:35 brief reading7:40 silent prayer8:00 walking meditation (optional)8:05 silent prayer8:25 closing prayer: “Our Father”

Contemplative prayer and centering prayer are practiced in similar ways, in a quiet setting. We keep a very simple structure; prayer instruction is available. Newcomers are always welcome. Join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! For information, call Donna Ennis 310-941-1349

It is the 4th Anniversary of the UPPER ROOM . . . the Library is just 1½ blocks northeast of the Church.There are over 1800 books, audio/video materials and magazines available for free check-out.contactS: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125

Thank you to all the visitors, donors and volunteers who make it possible.

newly BAPtized At AmericAn mArtyrs We welcome the new members of our Catholic Community.Charlotte Agnes Chaput London Calista GordonIsaac David Granof Chiara Rosa GrayGiovanni Sebastian Hernandez Genevieve Diane HorlickJames Taron Kadish Dane Cutler KotzmanKai Jane Kreutner Coltrane James MaggayAmelia Ramirez Kevin Lawrence RutkowskiElizabeth Tran Sai Jude Philip SaneholtzEdmund Lloyd Souder V Kevin Lewis Stumm

Please pray for the men

in our parish as they

begin their Cornerstone

Retreat on Friday



FAith FormAtion

AmericAn mArtyrs school

AmericAn mArtyrs youth ministry sunDay, January 31 - year 2 conFirMation anD Mass Meet in O'Donnell at 3:30pM and then 5:00pM Mass in the Church. saturDay, FeBruary 6 is liFe teen gyM nigHt All High School teens are invited to join us in the Gym after the Saturday 5:00pM Mass.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. Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YMcontactS: Monica Leon, m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Rachel Brown, r b r o w n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

FAmilies in FAith Congratulations to our 247 young people who celebrated the Sacrament of First Penance in January. May you always keep the merciful love of Jesus within your hearts.Celebrate 3rd Grade Sunday will be February 7 at the 9:30aM Mass. All third graders are welcome to join the parish in celebrating you at this liturgy to celebrate with our parish. SRE Calendar

Grades 1-6 February 2/3Sunday SRE February 7Jr. High February 2/3

Contact Patti Williams for more information 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

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Kik Messenger and the dangers of anonymous messagesSocial media sites are available to anyone with an internet connection (computer, phone, tablet). Your kids may be sharing their lives with complete strangers, and parents should be aware of the sites they use, what they share, and who their friends are.One mobile app, Kik, is regarded as the most dangerous site for internet predators, because users can send messages to anyone with a cellphone, including young children. Kik has no options for parental controls, leaving kids exposed to the entire web. To learn more about this app in the Virtus® article “Mobile App Danger—Kik Messenger,” 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.

CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLING FAMILIESHolistic Homeschool Network is a Catholic based group that meets on Friday each month for faith enrichment and fellowship.1st Friday - Adoration & sandwiches for the homeless; 2nd Friday - Stations of the Cross and park; 3rd Friday - Cooking class for ages 5-11; 4th Friday - Works of Mercy.We also meet for park days, field trips and mom's night out. We are at all levels/styles of homeschooling and all ages. For more info contact Gigi (AMC parishioner) 310-528-9024.

Faith-based books for kids are for reading both inside the Cry Room and in the Church. Please return them to the cart at the end of Masses.Book donations are being accepted; drop them off the Parish Welcome Center; books with themes other than faith will be donated to St. Lawrence of Brindisi. ContaCt: Mary Hornickel, 310-466-3820

scriP corner Any New Year’s resolution to finish those house projects?We have in stock or can order scrip gift 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.If you are ready to redecorate, we have potteRy BaRn - williaMs sonoMa - CRate and BaRRel - RestoRation HaRdwaRe and more!

Sales Hours:Weekdays, 7:45aM - 3:45pM (Fridays til 1:00Pm) Sunday, 7:45aM - 11:30aM

speCial oRdeRs oR otHeR inFo: Contact the Scrip office at 424-327-9608 | S c r i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

What is National Catholic Schools Week?It is the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. Schools typically observe the annual celebration week with Masses, Open Houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners and community members. Through these events, schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people, and its contributions to our Church, our Communities and our Nation.

American Martyrs School will celebrate all week

Sunday In Our ParishMonday In Our CommunityTuesday In Our StudentsWednesday In Our Nation (National Appreciation Day For Catholic Schools)Thursday In Our VocationsFriday In Our Faculty, Staff and Volunteers (Teacher & Principal Appreciation Day)Saturday In Our Families


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

Business ManageR Bob Hodges | 424-327-9630 bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoRal CounCil pResident Mark Kemple pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FinanCe CounCil CHaiR Chuck Dapoz [email protected]

adult BaptisM, ConFiRMation & euCHaRist

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

BaptisM FoR inFants Deacon Fred Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FuneRal planning & BeReaveMent

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

stepHen MinistRy Deacon Dick & Patti Williams 310-545-8244

CoMMunity seRviCes & FaCilities diReCtoR

Bob Visty r v ist y@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FinanCe diReCtoR Pattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.org

gyM, Field & atHletiCs Lou Ann Selsky l se lsky@AmericanMar t yrs.org

lituRgy & woRsHip Monica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.org

MusiC diReCtoR Bill Svarda 310-640-8505

paRisH CoMMuniCations Anne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.org

paRisH stewaRdsHip Jenny Attanasio | 424-327-9605 jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoRal CenteR adMinistRatoR Dottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.org

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

teCHnology Scott Dixon sdixon@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 424-327-9703

ParisH WelcoMe center 1400 Deegan Place, M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-5651 mailing address: P.O. Box 3639, M.B., CA 90266-1639 fax 424-327-9702

pRinCipal Camryn Friel, Ed.D. ams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerican Martyrs scHool 1701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805 310-545-8559 fax 310-546-7219

pResCHool diReCtoR Mara Zepeda mzepeda@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 ym@AmericanMar t yrs.org

diReCtoR, sunday pResCHool Kristen Holleran [email protected]

PARISH FACILITIES

PARISH WELCOME CENTER Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:45pm Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm Parish 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)

Do you know someone who is homebound, in a hospital, or for any reason cannot make it to Church?

9:30aM sunday Mass is shown live each weekClick this Button on our HoMepage [www.AmericanMartyrs.org]

and watch Mass as it happens, or anytime after that.



Beyond our PArish

gym & Field

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 or 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 g

gyM ContaCt Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 | l s e l s k y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

gym & Field reservAtions: Contact Pat Breen, Gym Committee Chair, G y m @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

CATHOLIC CO-ED SOFTBALL PLAYERS WANTED!Annual Catholic Co-ed Softball League is seeking players for their exciting 2016 Spring Season! Games are Sunday afternoons in the Spring in Torrance, starting in February.Experienced and New / Singles and Couples welcome (ages 18+). contact: Jay Suarez, j j s i n m b @ y a h o o. c o m | 310-925-2908.

The Religious Education Congress will enrich and revitalize you! Join us February 26-28, 2016 at the Anaheim Convention Center (Youth Day is Thursday, February 25.) If you have never before attended Congress, you are assured of a wonderful experience. All are welcome to attend! Sponsored by the Office of Religious Education at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the Congress offers a variety of opportunities for personal faith enrichment, prayer and entertainment.More than 300 workshops, from spirituality and personal development to biblical studies, theology and catechesis. Participants will also enjoy morning praise, evening liturgies and a variety of noon time and evening concerts. Come and be renewed by these Congress experiences.Register now for this spirit-filled and enriching weekend! Register at w w w. R E C o n g r e s s . o r g or call the information line, 213-637-7348, to request your own Guidebook.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA - Day of Recollection, February 13This prayerful morning will begin at 9:00aM (optional Mass at 8:00aM), ending at 1:00pM after lunch, and will be led by Sr. Gretchen Hailer, RSHM who will be talking on "50 Shades of GRACE." Sr. Gretchen is well-known, well-versed in spirituality, and admired by many across the U.S. St. Jerome Church Hall, 5550 Thornburn Street, Westchester.Cost of $15 includes lunch. Call Kathy Fitzpatrick if you have questions: 310-703-2519.

ArchbishopJosé H. Gomez


togetHer in Mission 2016Each of us is called to share our gifts in support of the Church. We must first support our own parish, and then our Archdiocese, and then our Church throughout the world. Together in Mission is the most effective way to support ministry outside of our parish boundaries.

The funds we collect will directly benefit more than 250,000 of our Catholic brethren, and ensure that our parishes and schools remain centers of faith and hope for their surrounding communities.If you received your pledge form in the mail, please make a pledge or donation and return by mail or bring to Mass next weekend. If you have not, use one of the special Together in Mission envelopes in the pews, the vestibule or at the Parish Center. If you wish to donate by credit card, you may use our Faith Direct online provider. • Log into your account and add your gift to the Together

in Mission appeal.• If you are not signed up for Faith Direct, this is a perfect

opportunity to do so and make both your Together in Mission gift and your parish gifts through Faith Direct.

• If you would like to make a "one-time gift" by credit card, Faith Direct also allows you to do this in (up to 5) monthly payments. Find the "one-time gift" link on our website.

God bless you for your generous gifts to those in need.

What you Need to Know as we begin the O’Donnell Hall

Construction Project!

The remodel begins

in February.

WHERE DO I FIND THE PARISH OFFICE?• Our Welcome Center offices and staff and our

Scrip Office will be relocated to the temporary trailer next to the Parish House.

• Deacon Fred’s office will be in the Parish House.IS O'DONNELL HALL OPEN?• O’Donnell Hall will be open throughout the

construction; however, the entrance will be through the back doors located behind the kitchen.

WHAT IS CHANGING WITH THE PARKING LOT?• 15th Street will be an Entry Only to the parking lot• Laurel Avenue will be the only Exit from the

parking lot. (You can still enter at Laurel)

We all know that construction comes with temporary disruptions and inconveniences, but our goal is to improve our facilities for the long term.

There will be more updates as our construction date is finalized and we begin.

Thank you for your extra patience and understanding.

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