Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish Community

820 N. Garfield Ave. Montebello, California 90640

MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. SUNDAY MASS ON SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY: IN ENGLISH 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Teen Mass) DOMINGO-MISA EN ESPAÑOL: 12:30 p.m.

HOLY DAYS: 7:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Evening before Holy Days: 7:00 p.m. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 3:30 p.m.-4:45 p.m. BAPTISM: Infants & Children register in the Rectory Office RCIA: Call Roy Ramirez at (562) 879-9478 MARRIAGES: Couples must call the Religious Education Office at least six months in advance.

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NEW PARISHIONERS

We encourage all Catholic adults living within the parish, and those who would like to join our parish to register. We are blessed to have you celebrate with us, and we warmly welcome you to our parish family! To register please contact the Rectory Office.

CONTACT/INFORMATION

NOVENA: Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Monday, 7:00 p.m.

ADORATION: Second Tuesday, 8:00 a.m.

FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS: Holy Hour, 6-7 p.m.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: After 7:30 a.m. Mass

HOLY HOUR AND ROSARY OF THE UNBORN: 3rd Wednesday, 8:00 a.m.

24 HRS. PREGNANCY PRO-LIFE: Hotline (323) 261-0731 LINEA DE EMERGENCIA PRO-VIDA 24 hrs. (323) 261-0731

CONTACT INFORMATION Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish 820 N. Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmparish.com Email: olmm1950@gmail.com (323) 725-7578 Fax (323) 722-2654 Office Hours Monday—Friday- 8am-6pm Saturday— 8am-5pm Sunday— 8am-2:30pm

Pastoral Staff

Rev. John Vianney, Pastor Rev. Joachim Lepcha, Associate Deacon Fred Rios, Permanent Deacon Deacon Fred Lara, Permanent Deacon

Administrative Staff

Connie Lizarraga, Administrative Assistant Belinda Delgadillo, Office Manager Ana Torres, Secretary/Spanish Ministries Sara Felix, Office Assistant Kevin Saenz, Office Assistant Camelia Robles, Social Service Director/Plant Manager

Ministries

Roy Ramirez, Youth Confirmation olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com

(323)725-7578 Ext. 313 or (562)879-9478 Roy Ramirez, RCIA

(323)725-7578 Ext. 313 or (562) 879-9478 Alan Leoncio, Music Coordinator (323) 725-7578

Religious Education

Irma Montreal, Coordinator (323) 725-7578, Ext. 312 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesday 12pm-8pm, Friday by appointment only

Eucharistic Ministers

Hector Medrano (323)725-7578 hecmesa@att.net

Lectors Rosie Vasquez (323) 887-8668

Altar Servers

Call Rectory Office at (323)725-7578 or direct questions bemarie113@gmail.com Christine Silva, Bulletin (323)725-7578

olmmbulletin@gmail.com

Parish School Analisa Moreno, Principal Arleene Molina, Administrative Assistant 840 North Garfield Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640 www.olmmschool.com (323) 728-5435 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm

Pray for the Dead PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED for our parishioners,.

Eduardo Amaya, Emma Heredia, Caroline Gonzales, Aurora Campos, Ernest Gallegos and Art Solis.

Our most sincere sympathy is extended to their families.

Altar Server Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday – January 8, 9, 10, 2018 7:30 a.m. Allison M., Gabriel L. 7:00 p.m. Noah Cr., Lucia M. Thursday & Friday – January 11 & 12 7:30 a.m. Brandon R., Aurora M. 7:00 p.m. Samantha I., Isabelle I. Saturday, January 13 7:30 a.m. --- 5:00 p.m. Adam A., Olivia V. Noah Ch., Aidan H. Sunday, January 14 8:30 a.m. Mickey N., David N. Jessica E., Orlando G. 10:30 a.m. Ethan T., Isaiah Cr. Noah Cr., Lucia M. 12:30 p.m. Jesus L., Matilda L. Gabriel M. 6:00 p.m. Skye L., Victor P. Aurora M., Trinity G.

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SUNDAY, January 7, 2018 8:30 am Parish Family 10:30 am Ricardo Enriquez Carolina & Robert Montelongo Erlinda Martinez Gerardo Garibay, Jr. 12:30 pm Jaime Martinez Jose Ortega 6:00 pm Theresa Biggs MONDAY, January 8 7:30 am 7:00 pm TUESDAY, January 9 7:30 am 7:00 pm WEDNESDAY, January 10 7:30 am 7:00 pm THURSDAY, January 11 7:30 am Honorata De Los Reyes (Dec. B’day) Richard Keeler (Dec. Anniv.) 7:00 pm Sydney Marisa Regalado (Liv. B’day) FRIDAY, January 12 7:30 am 7:00 pm Lorenza Alvidez (Liv. B’day) Alexandra Pedroza (Liv. B’day) SATURDAY. January 13 7:30 am Belinda Delgadillo (Liv. B’day) Rosando Balucanag (Liv. B’day) 5:00 pm Lily Rangel Stenelli Alviar Katrina & Ramil Ventus

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

January 14, 2018 First reading: Samuel 3:3b-10, 19 Second reading: Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20 Gospel: John 1:35-42 A reading from the first Book of Samuel Samuel was sleeping in the temple of the LORD where the ark of God was. The LORD called to Samuel, who answered, "Here I am."Samuel ran to Eli and said, "Here I am. You called me." "I did not call you," Eli said. "Go back to sleep." So he went back to sleep. Again the LORD called Samuel, who rose and went to Eli. "Here I am," he said. "You called me." But Eli answered, "I did not call you, my son. Go back to sleep." At that time Samuel was not familiar with the LORD, because the LORD had not revealed anything to him as yet. The LORD called Samuel again, for the third time. Getting up and going to Eli, he said, "Here I am. You called me." Then Eli understood that the LORD was calling the youth. So he said to Samuel, "Go to sleep, and if you are called, reply, Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening." When Samuel went to sleep in his place, the LORD came and revealed his presence, calling out as before, "Samuel, Samuel!" Samuel answered, "Speak, for your servant is listening." Samuel grew up, and the LORD was with him, not permitting any word of his to be without effect. A reading from the Letter to Saint Paul to the Corinthians Brothers and sisters: The body is not for immorality, but for the Lord, and the Lord is for the body; God raised the Lord and will also raise us by his power. Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ? But whoever is joined to the Lord becomes one Spirit with him. Avoid immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the immoral person sins against his own body. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you have been purchased at a price. Therefore glorify God in your body. A reading from the Holy Gospel according to John John was standing with two of his disciples, and as he watched Jesus walk by, he said, "Behold, the Lamb of God." The two disciples heard what he said and followed Jesus. Jesus turned and saw them following him and said to them, "What are you looking for?" They said to him, "Rabbi" -- which translated means Teacher,-- "where are you staying?" He said to them, "Come, and you will see." So they went and saw where Jesus was staying, and they stayed with him that day. It was about four in the afternoon. Andrew, the brother of Simon Peter, was one of the two who heard John and followed Jesus. He first found his own brother Simon and told him, "We have found the Messiah" --which is translated Christ --.Then he brought him to Jesus. Jesus looked at him and said, "You are Simon the son of John; you will be called Cephas"--which is translated Peter.

Mass Intentions

SUNDAY COLLECTION

12/31/2017 01/01/2017 Envelopes ( 323 ) $9,135.00 $5,791.00 Loose $3,507.00 $4,539.00 Total $12,642.00 $10,330.00 Repair & Maintenance $1,321.00 $1,6400.00 Please use your Contribution Envelopes if possible.

Thank you for your generosity.

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YOUTH CONFIRMATION

INFANT BAPTISM (Under seven years old) Our next Baptism Class will be February 4th English and 11 de Febrero-Spanish. Please bring your child’s Birth Certificate and $50.00 donation to the Rectory Office to register for the preparation class for Parents and Godparents. This should be done three months before the desired date of baptism. Baptism dates are as follows: English, January 21st (No Baptisms in December.) Spanish: 28 de Enero (No Spanish Baptisms in June and December.) For more information please call the Rectory Office at (323) 725-7578.

RELIGIOUS ED. OFFICE HOURS R.E. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm; Wednesday 12:00 to 8:00 pm. Friday by appointment only. Closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information you can contact Irma at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 312.

Youth Confirmation Our Youth Confirmation program is for high school students. It is a two-year journey involving faith formation classes, retreats and community service hours leading to the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Year 1 Class/ Sunday, January 7, 2018

Year 2 Class/Sunday, January 14, 2018

Check in time for class is 3:45 p.m. in Watterson Hall For questions, please email olmmyouthconfirmation@gmail.com

or contact Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478.

This Sunday, The Parents of Boy Scout Troop 375 will sponsor the Donut Sale. Next Sunday, The Parents of Girl Scout Troop 6621 will conduct the Donut Sale. Thank You, to all organizations who give so much of their time to support the Donut Sales. Please be sure to stop by and support them!

Adult Confirmation Our Adult Confirmation program is returning.

The next session will begin on Thursday, January 11, 2018.

The instructor will be Sally Villalobos. Class will be in Laboure Center at 7 to 8:30 p.m.

If you are interested and need more information, contact Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or email olmmrcia@gmail.com.

Please note adults need to be 21 and over.

Religious Education Office The Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2018 Sunday’s Gospel, Matthew 2:1-12 Reflecting in God’s Word for Parents This Gospel narrative is full of adventure, danger, mystery, and yes-gifts! During this Christmas season, enjoy dramatizing this Gospel as a family. Then think about how far you would travel, how far you would go to pay homage to Jesus. Would you go as far as your parish to receive the Sacraments or to spend some time in quiet prayer? Would you go as far as the soup kitchen to serve a meal to the hungry? Would you go as far as to tell someone to stop bulling a classmate or a coworker? Would you go as far as to give up a morning cup of coffee or a favorite treat in order to give to someone in need the gift of food or clothing or the necessities of life? How far would you go? What would you give as your gifts to the King? Bringing the Gospel Into your Family The star led the Magi to the place where Jesus was. With your family, cut out several yellow construction paper stars. On each star write either a way you can find Jesus-such as "read God's Word"-or the name of a person who has helped you find Jesus, such a "Grandma Joan." Create a mobile of your stars using coat hangers and yarn or string. Hang your stars in a place where all family members will see them. Question of the Week Children: Where and in whom will you look for Jesus this week? Adults: When have you found the presence of Christ in an unexpected place? Pregunta de la semana Niños: ¿Jesús siempre está presente en todo el mundo. ¿En qué persona lo veré esta semana?? Adultos: ¿Cuándo he estado en la presencia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo y lo he reconocido?

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CHRISTMAS BREAK: School/Office will be CLOSED: School Resumes: Monday, January 8th, 2018

Are you interested in your child developing into a Catholic Christian Leader, a Disciplined Learner, and a Well -Rounded Individual while developing and growing in a faith-based environment? Call and inquire to learn more about our school and schedule a site tour. Open enrollment is still available for Kindergarten – Seventh Grade. Call our school Office: 323-728-5435 or visit our website: www.olmmschool.com

Would you love to make 2018 a very rewarding year in your Child’s development? Contact our parish preschool and schedule a tour or just stop by and witness first-hand our wonderful Christ Centered 4-year-old program! Now enrolling for January 2018. It’s time to prepare for Kindergarten!

Looking for a 2017 Tax Deduction? Make a donation to O.L.M.M. Parish School and received a Tax Deduction for 2017! Please visit our website “Donate Now” button to discover the many ways our school needs you! Visit www.olmmschool.com or call us at (323) 728-5435.

(Continued) Christmas Poinsettia Thank you, to all of the following parishioners who donated Poinsettia plants or made a monetary donation to help decorate the Church this Christmas DONOR IN NAME OF Mary & Connie Tony Betancourt Connie & Mary Mom & Dad Mom Castro Family Davis Family Thomas D. Davis Vangie Ramirez Pedro & Isaura Duran Bordador Family Policarpia De Guzman Bordador Family Fr. Michael Meyer Bordador Family Fr. Joachim Lepcha Bordador Grandchildren Dr. Teodoro & Elvira Bordador (Dec.) De Vela Family Fr. John Vianney De Vela Grandchildren Dr. Frank & Josie De Vela Dr. Armaine De Vela Fr, Roland Astudillo Samantha & Matthew Fr. Raymond Marquez Samantha & Matthew Msgr. Juan Matas Debbie & Ronnie Bordador Elsa Eduardo De Belen (Dec.) Leticia Fito & Garcia Valerie & Deanna Jones Louis C. & Mary S. Rodriguez George & Jorge Lawrence/Zepeda Family David Zepeda Susan Monell James Anthony Monell Susan Colaneri Monell Colaneri Famiy Ortega Family Jose Ortega Gonzalo & Susan Penilla 4 Little Pieces Vangie Ramirez Michael Ramirez Juan & Alondra Reyes Reyes Family Rodriguez Family Louis C. & Mary S. Rodriguez Helen M. Rodriguez Jess & Cuca Rodriguez Rose Rodriguez Amelia Pico Rose Rodriguez Trina Gutierrez Rose Rodriguez Pachita Pico Rose Rodriguez Jesus Gomez Rose Rodriguez Nicolas Davalos Rose Rodriguez Juan Davalos Rose Rodriguez Trinidad Cervantes Rose Rodriguez Heduardo Medina Rose Rodriguez Camilo Hernandez Rose Rodriguez Gilbert Hernandez Rose Rodriguez Lili Pantoja Rodriguez Family Maria de Jesus

DONOR IN NAME OF Peter See Emilia Ylagan Patricia Sanchez-Serrano Wilfredo Serrano Peter See Ching, Ka Hoy Spiteri Family Guadalupe Centeno Spiteri Family Mary Spiteri Spiteri Family Olivia Alvardo Joy Sison \Angeles Family Joy Sison Sison-Angeles Family Stepanian Family Garegin & Zovik Stepanian David Viscarra Lydia & Margaret Aguirre Your Friend Vedda (Faith) Desatoff Jessica Zwaal Emma Botana Jessica & Julia Zwaal Jesse & Carmen Sanchez Gilbert & Carmen Zubiate Jennifer M. Zubiate

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers and parishioners that participated in the Posada celebration held on December 21. This 2nd annual Posada at OLMM was a great success on a very cold evening. A Special Thank You to the sponsors listed below. Because of your generosity and Christmas spirit, everyone enjoyed delicious tamales, conchitas, hot chocolate, piñatas, candy, and all of the little special miscellaneous items that contributed to a special Posada at OLMM for all.

Sponsors Belia Marquez

Mary Ellen Legaspi Eddie Rodriguez Demos Family

Myrna & Jesus Urista

Thank you, to everyone who donated money through the envelope system for Christmas Flowers. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

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DID YOU KNOW? Enseña a sus hijos como defenderse contra los acosadores o “bullies” Muchas escuelas han comenzado iniciativas para eliminar el acoso o “bullying” y a enseñar a los niños cómo ser amables unos con otros y aprender juntos. Usted también puede enseñar a sus hijos cómo defenderse contra los acosadores y cómo usar palabras para comunicar en vez de la violencia. Hable con su hijo acerca de “bullying”. Pregúntales qué es lo que está pasando, quién lo está haciendo y hablen sobre cómo prevenir el acoso con la ayuda de un adulto de confianza. Para obtener más información sobre el acoso o “bullying”, visite el sitio http://espanol.stopbullying.gov/.

Teach children how to handle bullies Many schools have started initiatives focused on eliminating bullying, and teaching kids how to be kind to each other. At home, you can teach your children how to defend themselves and stand up for friends and classmates using firm, polite statements. Talk with your kids about bullying – what’s happening, who’s doing it, and how to stop it with the help of a trusted adult. For more information on bullying and in-school conflicts, visit http://kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/feelings/bullies.html.

¿SABIA USTED?

Quinceañera Mass If you would like information/requirements to plan a Quinceañera Mass, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 302, and ask for Chris.

SACRAMENTAL MARRIAGE INFORMATION If you would like information regarding Marriage Preparation, please call the Rectory Office at least six months in advance of proposed Wedding date at (323) 725-7578 Ext. 302, and ask for Chris.

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

All sessions will be in Laboure Center from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Sundays.

Please pray for RCIA Participants as they continue on their journey.

If interested and want to know more, please call Roy Ramirez at 562-879-9478 or email olmmrciasecretary@gmail.com

You can see current information at www.facebook.com/OlmmRCIA.

This Week and Coming Events

Have You Remembered Your Parish or School

In Your Will or Trust?

VALENTINE DINNER/DANCE Saturday, February 10th, 2018 Watterson Hall

Music by Yesterday’s Dream Social Hour-6:30 p to 7:30 pm

Dinner-7:30 to 9:00 pm Dance-9:00 pm to Midnight

Tickets will be sold in the Patio area after all Masses, Saturday and Sunday, January 6th & 7th. You may also contact the Rectory Office. Pre -purchase a table for 8 and select your reserved table in advance. Please note: Outside food and beverages are not allowed.