Saint Catherine of Siena Roman Laguna Beach, CA

MONTH OF THE IMMACULATE HEART Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 The hand of the Lord feeds us; he answers all our needs. Psalm 145

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 2 Welcome to our Parish

MISSION STATEMENT—We, the community of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, located within the larger, diverse and artistic seaside community of Laguna Beach, recognize and celebrate the uniqueness which is grounded in the sacred mysteries and traditions of the Roman Catho- lic Church and in the history and lives of our individuals, families and leaders. Built on these roots, and in order to see the world as God sees it, we commit ourselves to: being a welcoming sanctuary and a place of prayer and worship, nurturing, assisting, encouraging and serving all those in need, offering all generations opportunities for personal and communal growth, and,

by these commitments, to honor our call to evangelization. ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA CHURCH 1042 Temple Terrace Š Laguna Beach, CA 92651 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Phone: (949) 494-9701 Fax: (949) 497-2610 On the First Friday of each month we gather in prayer and praise before the www.stcathchurch.org Blessed Sacrament. Following the 8 a.m. Mass and concluding at 10 p.m.

OFFICE HOURS Mon—Thurs 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Fri 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Parents of infants requesting information about Baptism may contact the par- Closed Saturday & Sunday ish office. Infant baptisms are celebrated on the second Saturday of the month.

SUNDAY EUCHARIST (MASS)

Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m. CELEBRATION OF CHRISTIAN FUNERALS Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.,11:00 a.m., At the time of death, a family member should contact the parish office, as soon as possible, to arrange the date and time for the Funeral Liturgy. 1:30 p.m. Spanish, 5:30 p.m.

Mon - Sat 8:00 a.m. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION MASS SCHEDULE Couples must begin preparation for their Sacrament at least six months prior 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. to their proposed wedding date. Please call the parish office for more information. CLERGY

Rev. Kenneth A. Schmit—Pastor SACRAMENT OF THE SICK Ext. 111 or [email protected] The third Saturday of each month after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. In the event of serious illness or medical emergency, Anointing of the Sick and Eucharist may Rev. Mario Rebamontan—Senior Priest be arranged by contacting the parish office Ext. 112 or [email protected]

Deacon Eddie Salgado CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Ext. 121 or [email protected] Adults requesting information about full initiation and communion with the Roman Catholic Church (the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirma- Rev. Gabriel Stack, O. Praem—Sunday Assistance tion) may contact the office for more info.

PARISH STAFF Donna Beam-Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) Ext. 113 or [email protected] Saturdays: 4:00—5:00 p.m. (or by appointment)

Susan Daley-Ministry Coordinator/Office Manager Ext. 118 or [email protected] ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH SCHOOL (Kindergarten—8th Grade) Carmela Davidheiser-Parish Bookkeeper 30516 So. Coast Hwy w Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Ext. 124 or [email protected] Phone: (949) 494-7339 Fax: (949) 376-5752 www.stcathschool.org Mary Lou Halla-Parish Secretary (Mon-Wed) Ext. 110 or [email protected] Mike Letourneau—School Principal Ext. 211 or [email protected] Lisa Marcus-Parish Administrator Ext. 131 or [email protected] Renea Sendele—School Secretary Ext. 210 or [email protected] Charles Stephenson-Director, Music Ministry [email protected] Jackie Batho—Administrative Asst. Ext. 213 or [email protected] Gina Stewart-Director, Youth Religious Education/ Informacion en Espanol Carmela Davidheiser—Bookkeeper Ext. 119 or [email protected] Ext. 212 or [email protected]

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 3 Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 15th

Meditation—From this day all generations will call me blessed. (Luke 1:48)

In Italy and in Italian-American communities through the United States, people will celebrate today’s feast with colorful processions and fireworks displays. In Sao Paulo and other parts of Latin America, decorative canoes will float on rivers through small villages to spread the good cheer. In fact, people every- where will mark Mary’s assumption as the culmination of her faith-filled yes to the angel’s invitation to become the Mother of God! As we celebrate Mary’s faithfulness today, let’s also think about our own yeses to the Lord, the small ones, as well as the big ones. What are some of the big yeses? Accepting the call to place Jesus at the center of our lives is probably the biggest one. So many issues want to occupy that prime location: our careers, our possessions, or our free time, perhaps. But God asks us to place Jesus there and to build our lives around Him instead. When we are tempted to remove Jesus from the center, we can remember how Mary continued to say yes, even when Simeon prophesied that a sword would pierce her heart (Luke 2:35). Her decision to hold fast yielded great blessings for her — and for all of us as well. What about the small areas? Saying yes to the Lord in our day-to-day dealings will help us to stay faithful when the big challenges come along. Mary said yes every morning as she cared for her son. She said yes every time she heard of his miracles and when she heard of the controversies swirling around him. Every day, she chose to hold on to her commitment, and so can we. We can find strength in these daily challenges as we recall the heavenly glory that we can share with Mary as a result of our faithfulness. So decide to say yes to God today. Yes, I will forgive when someone hurts me. Yes, I will hold my tongue when I’m tempted to gossip. Yes, I will repent for even the small transgressions that I fall into today. Yes, yes, yes! Each one of these yeses, no matter how small, can help you move forward. Nothing is too insig- nificant in God’s eyes!

“Lord, give me the grace to say yes to you in every moment.”

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 4 Readings of the Week Saints & Special Observances READINGS FOR THE WEEK SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES

Monday: Jer 28:1-17; Ps 119:29, 43, 79, 80, 95, Sunday: Eighteenth Sunday in 102; Mt 14:22-36 Ordinary Time Tuesday: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Ps 102:16-21, 29, Monday: St. John Vianney 22-23; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Tuesday: Dedication of the Basilica of Wednesday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; St. Mary Major 2 Pt 1:16-19; Mt 17:1-9 Wednesday: The Transfiguration of the Lord; Thursday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Hiroshima Memorial Day Mt 16:13-23 Thursday: St. Sixtus II and Companions; St. Cajetan Friday: Na 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7; Dt 32:35cd-36ab, Friday: St. Dominic 39abcd, 41; Mt 16:24-28 Saturday: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross; Saturday: Hb 1:12 — 2:4; Ps 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 Blessed Virgin Mary; Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85:9-14; Nagasaki Memorial Day Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

GRACE IS EVERYWHERE

Grace is everywhere. People of faith act on this belief. As Christians we are called to reach deeply into ourselves and find God’s presence there. We are called to reach outside ourselves and find God there, too.

The reality of grace has sustained and nourished people beyond numbering. The church never tires of telling the story of the loaves and fishes. It is narrated no less than six times in the four Gospels. We imagine the hesitant apostles reaching into the baskets and finding bread, always more bread. We anticipate the ending. The apos- tles will wear out before the bread runs out.

At another time and place, Isaiah also spoke of an abundance, this time of water, sweet honey, and rich milk. Always, always God is a gift-giver, and we the receivers.

Please pray for the sick: Mass Intentions—8:00a.m. Mass Rex Brady Barbara Gullo Bill Ordway Phyllis Contino Mon: Jack Sexton (D) John Mancuso Hubert Segard Tue: J. Michael O’Toole (D) Thomas Garcia Leo O’Gorman Wed: J. Michael O’Toole (D) Halina Stanaland Terri Hillman-Pileggi Elijah Randolph Frank DiVicino Thurs: Ruth Ross (D) Paul Freeman MaryJo Mancuso Fri: Gwen Lemke (D) Hiroko Nishimaya Jacqui Slevin Sat: Alan MacPherson (D) Please pray for the deceased: Charles Woods Marriage Banns: Antoniette Agate Linda Maria Contreras & John DiMare Please pray for those in the Armed Forces: Wendy Zamaripa & Peter Smit Michelle Demateis & Paul Schmitt Evan Dineen, Capt., USAF

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 5 Ministries MINISTRY DIRECTORY Altar Servers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Art & Environment Virginia Atherton 497-1904 Contemplative Prayer Valerie Sinkus 949-295-9526 [email protected] Detention Harry Allen 949-497-0977 Extraordinary Ministers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Extraordinary Ministers To Sick & Homebound Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Homeless Shelter Dinners Lisa Staight 949-852-4442 Intercessory Prayer Group Valerie Sinkus 949-295-9526 [email protected] Jovenes Para Cristo Teresa Jimenez 949-891-3571 Luis Torres 949-632-8082 [email protected] Lectors Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Men’s Fellowship Joe Bevacqua 714-747-3122 Music Charles Stephenson [email protected] Orange Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Rosemary Watson 714-267-4976 [email protected] Prayer Line Aida Perez/ Parish Office 494-9701 Religious Education Gina Stewart 494-9701, x119 RCIA Donna Beam 494-9701, x113 Respect Life Peggy Long/ Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Sacristans Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 St. Vincent De Paul Ann McEneany 494-9701 Sick & Homebound Visits Parish Office 494-9701 Sunday Hospitality Ron Kreber [email protected] Ushers Susan Daley 494-9701, x118 Women’s Council Virginia Atherton 497-1904

Ministry Coordinator: Susan Daley, 494-9701, x118 or [email protected]

Saint John Vianney—August 4 PASTORAL SERVICES APPEAL St. Catherine of Siena’s St. John Vianney, Patron of priests, was ordained a priest in 1815. PSA 2014 Campaign Update Three years later he was made parish priest of Ars, a remote (as of July 25 , 2014) French hamlet where his reputation as a confessor and director of

souls made him known throughout the Christian world. His life was one of extreme mortification. # Households Accustomed to the most severe austerities, beleaguered Participating —93 by the devil, this great mystic manifested a imperturbable pa- Diocesan Goal—$77,000 Week of July 21-27 tience. He was a wonderworker loved by the crowds, but he re- Parish Goal—$90,000 tained a childlike simplicity, and he remains to this day the living Amount Pledged—$67,821 Envelopes $ 4,282 image of the priest after the heart of Christ. Amount Paid—$44,543 Loose $ 3,095 He heard confessions of people from all over the world Credit Cards $ 2,610 for sixteen hours each day. His life was filled with works of charity Total $ 9,987 and love. It is recovered that even the staunchest of sinners were converted as his mere word. He died August 4, 1858 and was canonized May 31, 1925.

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 6 Religious Education

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION FOR OUR FALL CLASSES

Early registration for our Religious Education Program in the fall has started. Those students who attended last year will receive a registration packet in the mail. Those who register before August 31st will pay an ear- ly bird registration fee. New families who want to register their children can come to the parish office Mon- day – Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. OR go to our website and print out registration forms. Forms are located at www.stcathchurch.org/faithformation/religiouseducation/ religiouseducationregistration

You must have a copy of your child’s Baptism certificate to register them in our classes. Our Elementary Religious Education classes are on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for grades 1st through 8th and are held at St. Catherine’s School. Our Confirmation preparation clas- ses are twice a month on Sundays from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. and are held at St. Catherine’s Church. Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation begins in the 9th grade. It is important that you are a registered member of St. Catherine’s Parish. If you have any questions please call our Reli- gious Education Director, Gina Stewart at 494-9701 ext. 119.

RCIA

RCIA INVITATION

The RCIA process is currently enrolling new members who are interested in learning more about Catholicism, or are interested in receiving the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, or Confirmation. So, if you have never been baptized…or if you are baptized Catholic and have not completed the other sacraments…or if you are baptized in another faith and you are interested in Catholicism…or if you would like to come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith through the Sacraments, please contact Donna Beam at the parish office at (949) 494-9701, ext. 113 or [email protected].

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 7 Around the Diocese CZESTOCHOWA ICON FROM OCEAN TO OCEAN PILGRIMAGE INTERNATIONAL CAMPAIGN IN DEFENSE OF LIFE

DIOCESE OF ORANGE AUGUST 16 & 17

August 16 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Community 9:30 a.m.—2:00 p.m.: Communal Prayer, 700 S. Tustin Ave, Orange 3:00 p.m.: Procession, Communal Prayer John Paul II Polish Center 4:00 p.m.: Mass (English), 6:00 p.m., Mass (Polish), 7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.—6:30 a.m.: Overnight Public Prayer Vigil, St. Martin de Porres

August 17 The Icon will be present at St. Martine de Porres, Sunday Mass as follows: 7:15 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m. (Youth Mass) 1:30—4:00 p.m.: Communal Prayer: Multi lingual Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet

IS YOUR HOUSE BUILT ON SAND? Men Interested in Diocesan Priesthood BUILD YOUR HOUSE ON ROCK

The Vocations Office cordially invites you to the next The Sacred Heart World Congress October 2—5, 2014 “Priesthood Discernment” evening. The purpose is to Irvine, CA familiarize interested men with the life, prayer and Singles, married, religious and clergy are all welcome to possible call to Priesthood in the Diocese of Orange. this life—changing event. Families are welcome for en- There is no commitment on your part, other than the gaging youth and teen tracks. Attendees will benefit expression of interest to participate. from an in-depth catechesis about the Enthronement of the Sacred Heart, a special healing service, liturgical The next “Priesthood Discernment” evening will be services and tracks. held on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 6:00 p.m., Speakers: Bishop Kevin Vann, Bishop Robert Hermann, Diocese of Orange Pastoral Center, First Floor, Room Msgr. John Esseff, Fr. Michael Gaitley, Fr. William Pe- 1D, Christ Cathedral Campus. trie, Fr. Richard McNally, Dr. Timothy O’Donnell, Mr. If you have any questions regarding this evening, Dan Lynch.

please contact Director of Vocations, Rev. John Bi-lingual translation with English and Spanish. Moneypenny at 714-282-3036 or email Register today www.sacredheartapostolate.com or call [email protected]. 1-855-667-4111

Eighteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time August 3, 2014 Page 8 Saint Catherine of Siena Parish School News

Saint Catherine School 2014‐15 Enrollment is Open

If you are interested on sending your child to Saint Catherine School call the school office to schedule a tour of the campus and meet our principal.

Our school offers a strong and diverse curriculum that inspires children to be- come faith filled, productive, generous citizens and good shepherds in a global community. We integrate faith and values into every aspect of daily life in the school, and create a safe learning environment in which every child can suc- ceed and reach their full potential. Academically skilled teachers provide a car- ing and nurturing environment that facilitates the growth of our students as faith-filled active Catholics, lifelong learners, effective communicators, and re- sponsible citizens.

Call the school office for a tour & information :949-494-7339 OR VISIT www.stcathschool.org On-Line 2014/2015 Registration is now open 30516 South Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach

Decimoctavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 3 de agosto de 2014 Page 9 Lecturas

Decimoctavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 3 de agosto de 2014

Todos ustedes, los que tienen sed, vengan por agua.

— Isaías 55:1a

PROGRAMA DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA REGISTRACIONES DEL AÑO ESCOLAR 2014-2015

Me gustaría darles la oportunidad de registrar a sus niños/as temprano para el año escolar 2014-2015. Ins- cripciónes para los niños en el Programa de Educación Religiosa serán aceptadas el 1 de julio – 31 de agosto. Los padres de los niños que vinieron el año pasado van a recibir un paquete de registracion por co- rreo.

Familias nuevas necesitan venir a la oficina de Educación Religiosa (494-9701 ext. 119) para registrarse. Ho- rario de clases para el año escolar 2014-2015 es domingos a las 12:15 – 1:30 en la iglesia de Santa Catalina.

TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE

Esta semana celebramos la fiesta de la Virgen de Copacabana. Copacabana es la capital de Manco Cápac, . En dicho lugar, un descendiente de los reyes incas, buscó es- culpir una imagen de la Candelaria. Su primera imagen fue colocada en la iglesia por su párroco, pe- ro llegó un nuevo párroco quien la sacó del templo por tosca y fea. El pobre de Tito viajó a Potosí, Bolivia, donde emprendió cursos de escultura. Con el tiempo esculpió otra imagen de la Candelaria. Esta vez estudió varias imágenes de María y mandó ofrecer una Misa a la Santísima Trinidad pidién- dole la inspiración necesaria para esculpir una imagen digna de la Virgen. Los años de práctica en su arte, unidos a su devoción, le ayudaron a esculpir una imagen fina y bella que en 1583 fue colocada en su propio santuario.

La Virgen de Copacabana tiene uno de los primeros santuarios marianos en América Latina. Curiosa- mente, se celebra el 5 de agosto, día que María hizo nevar en la antigua ciudad de Roma, Italia, para mostrar dónde deseaba tener su primer templo. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Decimoctavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 3 de agosto de 2014 Page 10 Noticias y Eventos

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA LECTURAS DE HOY

Lunes: Jer 28:1-17; Sal 119 (118):29, 43, 79, Primera lectura — A ver ustedes, que andan con 80, 95, 102; Mt 14:22-36 sed, ¡vengan a tomar agua! (Isaías 55:1-3). Martes: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Sal 102 Salmo — La mano del Señor nos alimenta; responde (101):16-21, 29, 22-23; Mt 14:22-36 ó a todas nuestras necesidades (Salmo 145 [144]). Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Segunda lectura — Nada podrá apartarnos del Miércoles: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Sal 97 (96):1-2, 5-6, 9; amor de Dios que encontramos en Cristo Jesús 2 Pe 1:16-19; Mt 17:1-9 (Romanos 8:35, 37-39). Jueves: Jer 31:31-34; Sal 51 (50):12-15, 18-19; Evangelio — Todos comieron hasta saciarse Mt 16:13-23 (Mateo 14:13-21). Viernes: Nah 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7; Dt 32:35cd-36ab, 39abcd, 41; Mt 16:24-28 Sábado: Heb 1:12 — 2:4; Sal 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 Domingo: 1 Re 19:9a, 11-13a; Sal 85 (84):9-14; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES

Domingo: Decimoctavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: San Juan María Vianney Martes: Dedicación de la Basilica de Santa María la Mayor en Roma Miércoles: La Transfiguración del Señor; Día Memorial de Hiroshima Jueves: San Sixto II y compañeros; San Cayetano Viernes: Santo Domingo Sábado: Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz; Santa María Virgen; Día Memorial de Nagasaki

BAUTISMOS Información para los que se preparan para el Bautismo. Clases de preparación: Las clases son impartidas el segundo domingo de cada mes en cuarto B a las 11:00 en la parroquia de Santa Catalina con cita. La aplicación Bautismal debe ser completada an- tes de la clase. ¿Quién debe atender la clase? Los padres y padrinos deben atender una clase de bautismo. Donde debería realizarse el Bautismo: El lugar más apropiado para bautizar a un niño es en la Igle- sia de la parroquia donde los padres atienden Misa y son registrados. Bautismos: Nuestros bautismos de infantes son programados mensualmente el tercer sábado de ca- da mes a las 10:00 en la iglesia de St. Catalina de Siena. Los padres deben ser miembros de la parroquia de Santa Catalina y los padres necesitan venir a la oficina de la parroquia para la aplicación Bautismal.

Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o necesita información adicional, por favor contáctenos al (949) 494- 9701 ext. 119 o también puede contactar Gina Stewart en [email protected].