St. Linus Catholic Church 13915 Shoemaker Ave. Norwalk, CA 90650 Phone (562) 921-6649 Fax (562) 921-5150 http://www.stlinus.org Office Hours Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Closed for Lunch: 12-1 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun.: 8:00 a.m.-2 p.m.

St. Linus School (562) 921-0336 Religious Education Office (562) 921-5179

Father Tony Gomez, Pastor Father Lester Niez, Associate Pastor Father Brian Delaney, in residence Ana Engquist, Business Manager Senior Deacon Chuck and Marge Baker Greg Climaco, School Principal Deacon couple Mario & Nati Mejia Christina May, Director of Religious Education Deacon couple Mario & Ann Guerra Art Taylan, Seminarian Intern

Tita Guzman, Diaconate Minister Adoration Chapel 24 Hours Sue Cunneen, Diaconate Minister All night adoration from 7:30 p.m., Mass Times after the 1st and 3rd Friday Masses,

Benediction Saturday 7:15 a.m. Saturday: 7:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m./Vigil Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation:

Sunday: 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays 6:30—8:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. and by appointment 10:30 a.m./Family Mass 12:15 p.m./en Español For the following Sacraments and Services, please call the Parish Center: 5:00 p.m./LIFETEEN Mass 7:30 p.m. Sacrament of Baptism

Weekdays: Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. Sacrament of Marriage Tuesday: 7:00 p.m. with Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Mother of Perpetual Help Novena Funeral and Vigil Services 1st Fridays: 7:00 p.m. Communion to the Sick and Home-bound 3rd Fridays: 7:00 p.m. en Español

Charismatic Mass: once a month Did you know that St. Linus (date and time will be posted in the bulletin) has a Facebook page?

Holy Days: Check the Parish Bulletin Please be sure to follow us! www.facebook.com/StLinusCatholicChurch PAGE 2 Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma PAGE 3 ’ MINISTRY SUMMARIZED Pregunta de la Semana The story of the raising of Lazarus from the dead is the single longest story (apart from the Passion) in the Gos- Primera lectura — Abriré sus tumbas; pondré mi espíri- pel of John. In it we find a summary of most of Jesus’ tu en ustedes para que tengan vida ministry. We see his very human nature as he is moved (Ezequiel 37:12-14). by Martha and Mary’s sorrows and as he himself weeps Salmo — Con el Señor hay misericordia y redención at the tomb of Lazarus. He is the wisdom of God’s Word completa (Salmo 130 [129]). made flesh as he explains to his followers that the death Segunda lectura — El Espíritu de vida mora en nosotros of Lazarus will serve as a sign of the glory of God. He (Romanos 8:8-11). crowns the miracles he works in John’s Gospel (which Evangelio — Yo soy la Resurrección y la Vida (Juan 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45]). began with the most “human” miracle of making new wine at Cana’s wedding) by raising Lazarus from the Pregunta para los niños: ¿Cómo muestran tus acciones que dead—a “preview,” if you will, of his own death and res- pones tu fe y confianza en Jesús? Pregunta para los adul- urrection to come. This portrait of Jesus reminds us, as tos: La muerte desde la cual somos llamados es la cura de aquellas cosas que nos unen y nos retienen: memoria, temores, we near the end of our Lenten journey, that he is with us, rechazo u otras cosas similares. ¿Qué lo une? ¿Qué evita que knows us, understands us in every moment of our lives. usted mismo esté verdaderamente en Cristo? He knows the joy of our human feasting, he knows the sorrow of our weeping. As we prepare to walk with him through the days of , we are filled with faith Lecturas de la Semana that—through Christ—God’s glory will be with us in Lunes: Is 65:17-21; Sal 30 (29):2, 4-6, 11-13b; every moment of our lives and—with Christ—in our life Jn 4:43-54 everlasting. Martes: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Sal 46 (45):2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Question of the Week Jn 5:1-16 Miércoles: Is 49:8-15; Sal 145 (144):8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 First Reading — Thus says the LORD GOD: I will open your graves, have you rise from them, and settle you on Jueves: Ex 32:7-14; Sal 106 (105):19-23; Jn 5:31-47 your land. (Ezekiel 37:12-14). Viernes: Sab 2:1a, 12-22; Sal 34 (33):17-21, 23; Psalm — With the Lord there is mercy and fullness of Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 redemption (Psalm 130). Sábado: Jer 11:18-20; Sal 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 Second Reading — If Christ is in you, the spirit is alive Domingo: Ez 37:12-14; Sal 130 (129):1-8; Rom 8:8-11; even if the body is dead because of sin (Romans 8:8-11). Jn 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45] Gospel — Lazarus, dead for four days, came out of his tomb when Jesus called his name. Many of those who had LENTEN SCHEDULE seen what had happened began to believe in Jesus (John Friday, April 7, 2017 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45]). Lenten Dinner- McNulty Hall, 5:00-7:00 PM- Question for Children: How do your actions show that you Hosted by: Circulo Hispano put your faith and trust in Jesus? Question for Adults: The - Church, 7:00 PM- Hosted by: death from which we are called is healing from those things which bind us and hold us back: memories, fears, rejection, or Groupo de Oracion other such things. What binds you? What keeps you from fully First Friday Mass- Church 7:30 PM being your own most true self in Christ?

Reading for the Week Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62]; We would like to thank all of our parishioners and Ps 23:1-6; Jn 8:1-11 visitors for being generous with your weekly donations. Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30 Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52-56; Our collection for the week of :

Jn 8:31-42 April 2, 2017 was $ 10,593.90 Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9: Jn 8:51-59 May God bless you for your continued support.

Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42 We welcome you to make your weekly/monthly Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56 donations by enrolling in Parish Pay by visiting Sunday: Mt 21:1-11 (procession); www.parishpay.com or calling (866) 727-4741 to set up Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24; an account. Phil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14 — 27:66 [27:11-54] PAGE 4 Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 In Our Prayers Prayers for our brothers and sisters in their

time of suffering and need…

Saturday, April 1st 7:30 AM Margarita & Maria Salazar, R.I.P. Bao-Han Pham, Rudy Borja, Baby Aiden Alonso, 5:30 PM Kyle Lawrence Barreto, R.I.P. Little Ruben Ramirez, Abraham Reyes, Carlos Sunday, April 2nd Reyes, Herbert Green, Sunny Munoz, Ernie 7:30 AM Uldarico Mendoza Sr., R.I.P. Espinoza, Lorrie Teodoro, Charito Wells, Jenny 9:00 AM San , Feast Day Saavedra, Yolanda Farfan, Blain Callison, Ronnie 10:30 AM Guadalupe Espinoza, R.I.P. Adams, Steve Page, Gunter Liu, Farida Maiz, 12:15 PM Guadalupe Hernandez, R.I.P. & Consuelo Martinez, Christopher Honrado, Hilda Ortiz, R.I.P. Emil Evangelista Jr., Andrew Hong, Danilo Vasco, 5:00 PM Anunciacion Aldea, R.I.P. Ursula Hirezi, Elpidio Velador, Angie Chavez, 7:30 PM Serafin & Delfina Salazar, R.I.P. L. Bravo, Maria Galvan, Maria Mennen, David Men- nen, M. Mojica, Lupita Lozano, Althea Robinson, Monday, April 3rd Don & Rita Jayamaha, Jessie Bausley, Betsy & Jose 8:30 AM Balbina Escaleras, Birthday Gonzalez, Ophelia Angaco, Angie Chavez, Althea Tuesday, April 4th Robinson, Julie Canet, Ramona Ramirez, Joel Lopez, 8:30 AM Amparo Llata Josh & Taylor Lamascus, Daniel Sanchez, Sandra 7:00 PM Kimberly Tanner, R.I.P. Sanchez, Carmen Sanchez, Abertano Rutiaga

Wednesday, April 5th Ramona Quiñonez, Jafet & Hermila Alvarado, Linda & Dennis Armstorng, Naomi Gonzalez, Lilia & 8:30 AM Irene Laroya, Birthday, R.I.P. Anita Navarro, Lenny & Peggy Del Fosse, Elenore Thursday, April 6th Obenhas “Ellie”, George Hank Zaragoza, Doris & 8:30 AM Bertha Lopez, R.I.P. Edgar Boucree, Diane Roberts, Melinda Mojica & Friday, April 7th DART Team, Joseph Julien, Kaylee Moreno, 8:30 AM Spagnolo Family Lupe McClintock, Lorraine Gutierrez, Jaime Osollo, 7:00 PM Magdalena G & Norciso G, R.I.P. Ana Engquist,

Saturday, April 8th 7:30 AM Maria Vargas, R.I.P. 5:30 PM Espiridion Kolimlim Jr., R.I.P. Sunday, April 9th 6:30 AM Carlitos Garcia, Cuca Vargas, y Carlos Garcia, R.I.P. 9:00 AM Francisco Toscano, R.I.P. 10:00 AM George & Emerald Gonzalez, Wedding Anniversary 12:15 PM Angela Hernandez, R.I.P. 5:00 PM Marietta Ramirez, R.I.P. 7:30 PM Maria & Crisanto Liwag, R.I.P., Birthday Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma PAGE 5

Treasures from our Tradition Healing Mass

Not until the thirteenth century do we find a mention of a HEALING MASS locked tabernacle. There’s some evidence for eucharistic MONDAY, April 17, 2017 @ 7:30 pm towers also, but often these were in an obscure corner of PRESIDER: FATHER LESTER NIEZ the church, or even in the off-limits sacristy. Many of us PLACE: ST. LINUS CHURCH 13915 grew up “making visits” to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, SHOEMAKER AVENUE but it’s clear this would raise some medieval eyebrows in NORWALK, CA confusion! To the present day, the Eucharist is always re- served only in a side chapel in many cathedrals. The princi- Father Louis Lester Niez is a member pal focus in a cathedral is always on the altar, symbol of of the religious community of the Disciples of Mary. Christ, and on the cathedra, symbol of the pastoral ministry Currently assigned as the Associate Pastor of St. Linus of the bishop. Church, Father has served 23 years in the priestly minis- In your parish church there is probably a “sanctuary try as Formator of Seminarians at different levels of for- lamp,” a permanently lit candle or oil lamp indicating the mation. He was a member of the Council of the Disciples presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Sometimes it’s in a of Mary as well as a Spiritual Director to high school red glass, not for any particular reason except that it’s youth. easy to find. There is a story of a bishop missioned to He has facilitated retreats and recollections as well as pre- Papua New Guinea who was distressed to find no sanctu- siding at healing masses and church missions for different ary lamps burning in his new diocese. The people pa- groups, parishes and institutions both in the tiently explained that their churches were woven of grass, and in the United States. He was involved with the Heal- and that they decided to place a chief’s standard, a trident, ing Missionaries of the Holy Spirit, a community that pro- in front of the tabernacle. That was a sign in their culture motes healing of the family tree through the Eucharist, so that the “chief” was at home, like raising the flag over that forgiveness is effected to promote healing of genera- Buckingham Palace. The bishop, an Irish import, didn’t tional family curses and sins. Fr. Les firmly believes that appreciate the British reference, so he ordered the candles the foundation of his vocation is primarily his relationship back. The first church to burn to the ground was the ca- between him and God; a deep, intimate, profound living thedral, and after two more, the chief’s tridents returned. and unceasing union with God in response to Him who loved us first. He said " I believe that everything I do and say is for God alone."

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES His personal motto: "Una sa lahat, bago ang lahat, higit sa lahat, sa kabila ng Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Lent lahat, si Lord pa rin, siya nawa." To translate, "First of all, Tuesday: St. Isidore before anything, more than everything, in spite of all and Wednesday: St. Vincent Ferrer after all's over, it is God still and Him still." Friday: St. John Baptist de la Salle; Abstinence; First Saturday PABASA ng Pasyón 2017

Saturday, April 8, 2017 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM St. Linus Catholic Church 13915 Shoemaker Avenue Norwalk, CA 90650

Refreshments will be provided. For more Circulo Hispano is hosting breakfast after information or to participate, please contact: all the morning masses: on April 2nd Percy Garces 562-822-3633 or Marlyn Reams 858-472-2304 Menudo Chili Verde Coffee & Donuts Posole Quesidallas PABASA ng Pasyón, known simply as PABASA, is Tamales Champurado a Holy Week practice that involves chanting the narrative of the Christ. Join us as we celebrate this profound Filipino tradition! www.gapasca.org PAGE 6 Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 Lenten University Series

Lent is filled with many challenges and opportunities. April 5– STAYING RELEVANT: "FRIENDING" JESUS Why not take the opportunity to challenge yourself to AND "LIKING" FAITH- We are shifting to a generation make Lent special by taking time to reflect on Jesus accustomed to immediate gratification and instant results. and draw closer to Him this Lenten season through the Technology is a valuable tool providing us with more infor- Whittier edition of the University Series. The Univer- mation than ever before at our fingertips. Jason will share sity Series offers more than 30 seminars connecting his experience on why this shift is happening so fast and how the Catholic Church and your family can stay relevant faith with real life in areas such as current events, con- to your children in a fast- paced, individualistic society. temporary moral issues, faith & science, marriage & Jason Manley - Wed., April 5 - 7:30-9:00 pm - St. Mary family, archaeology & scripture, and school parenting. of the Assumption The 2017 season will take place at both St. Bruno and St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Churches in April 6— POPE FRANCIS, GLOBAL WARMING, AND Whittier from March 2 to April 7, 2017. Sessions al- FILM- All three amazingly come together in this compelling ways begin at 7:30 pm and end at 9:00 pm. There are talk by Loyola Marymount Professor of Film and Television also some daytime sessions offered. You may get more Production, Fr. Luis Proenca. Pope Francis has given clear Church blessings to paying attention to our environment. information at What does that mean for you now? This talk will present the www.theuniversityseries.org Pope’s ideas through compelling and dramatic film and or pick up a brochure in the video. Fr. Luis Proenca - Thurs., April 6 - 7:30-9:00 pm - church. St. Bruno

Cost is $5.00 per session and you may bring a April 6- THE BIG BANG & GENESIS: ORIGINS OF friend for free! THE UNIVERSE— All three amazingly come together in this compelling talk How do God’s creation and science fit April 3– "BIRDS AND THE BEES" FOR KIDS- We live together …or not? Which should we follow? What is the surprising origin of the Big Bang theory? Fr. Dave will in a media culture that glorifies sex without commitment. clearly explain how both God and science reveal the truth of How can parents teach healthy sexual morality to their chil- our universe. Fr. Dave Heney - Thurs., April 6th - 7:30- dren in a way that will help them most in school and for the 9:00 pm - St. Mary of the Assumption rest of their lives. Greg and Christine will offer clear and specific behaviors proven to be the most effective and suc- cessful for lasting happiness. Christine Rodriguez/Greg Perea - Mon., April 3 - 7:30-9:00 pm - St. Bruno

April 4- EXCAVATING JESUS: PART III, CONTRO- VERSIES & QUESTIONS- Do the Dead Sea Scrolls con- firm or challenge our Bibles today? What does the just trans- lated “Gabriel Stone” reveal about the resurrection? Did Je- sus have a wife as a recent discovery indicates? Have the bones of Jesus, St. Peter, and the Apostle James actually been found? What are Islamic, Jewish, and Christian views on archaeology? Fr. Dave Heney - Tues., April 4 - 7:30- 9:00 pm - St. Mary of the Assumption Community News April 5– MIDDLE EAST POLITICS: CHRISTIANS, CRU- SADES, AND CONTROVERSIES- What were the crusades Calling All Married Couples all about? How do they figure into Middle East politics with If you are married and enjoy being Catholic, how would ISIS, Syria, Russia, and Iran today? What role did St. Fran- you liand your spouse like to help engaged couples pre- cis play centuries ago and how about Pope Francis today? paring for marriage? No experience necessary and free The Middle East remains a puzzle to many. Fr. Dave has led training is provided based on your busy lifestyle. Call 12 annual archaeological pilgrimages to the Middle East and Sam & Paula Hopper at (661) 272-1124 for additional will share how some ancient events cause modern problems; information. You can also visit www.CEEofLA.org or with plenty of time for your questions. Fr. Dave Heney - email: [email protected] Wed., April 5 - 7:30-9:00 pm - St. Bruno

Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma PAGE 7 Guidelines Regarding Fast Religious Education News and Abstinence APRIL UPCOMING EVENTS Ash Wednesday and are both days of Wednesday Classes: 4/1, 4/26 Saturday Classes: 4/8, 4/29 Fast and Abstinence. All Fridays during Lent we abstain from eating meat SPECIAL EVENTS (meat includes poultry) 4/2/17—(Year 2 students only) – Eucharist Retreat 9:30am – 1:30pm in the Hall. This retreat is mandatory How do we fast? for all children and teens receiving their First Holy Com- We are allowed one full meal during the day. Two munion this year. If your child is unable to attend, please smaller meals are permitted. Eating solid foods be- contact the Religious Education Office as soon as possi- tween meals is not permitted. ble.

How do we abstain? 4/5/17—(Wednesday Year 2 students only) - Eucharist We refrain from all meat. Test 6:00pm – 7:30pm. Please check your children in at the Religious Ed Office. Please do not drop them off. Age guidelines for abstinence 4/8/17—(Saturday Year 2 students only) – Eucharist Test. Abstinence is to be practiced by all who are 14 years Your children will be tested during class time. of age and older. 4/26/17 – Teen First Holy Communion Practice. Teens Age guidelines for fastening will meet in their class at 6:00pm. Fasting is to be observed on Ash 4/30/17 – Teen First Holy Communion 5:00pm Youth Wednesday and Good Friday by all Mass. Please arrive half hour prior to the mass. *No classes 4/5, 4/12, 4/15, 4/19, and 4/22 Catholics who have celebrated their 18th birthday and who have not yet SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS celebrated their 59th birthday. Volunteers needed for the 4/2/17 Eucharist Retreat. If you are interested in helping, please contact the Religious Education Both personally and as a community we deliberately Office at (562) 921-5179. place ourselves in need (hunger being the most basic Parents – Please turn in your Missionary Childhood Association Lenten change boxes into the Religious Education Office by need) so that we can discover that for which we hun- th April 5 if you have not already done so. ger spiritually in our lives and in our world. We do this to give concrete expression to our trust in God to give us the spiritual sustenance we require. Our joint Confirmation News action is intended to strengthen our deep belief that the God who raised Jesus from the dead also fills our APRIL UPCOMING EVENTS every need. Class for P1 and P2: Week of 4/3 and 4/24 Life Nights: 4/9 and 4/23 COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTU- We Care– Holy Thursday NITIES: Please remember to bring canned goods with you to the P1 and P2 teens who would like to assist with Religious Holy Thursday Mass on, April 13 to help restock our “We Education, please contact: Christina May at (562) 921-5179. Care” food pantry. These items will be brought forward at collection time. 4/2/17 – Religious Education Retreat (9:30 am - 2:00

pm in the Hall) Money collected will be used to help the needy. 4/5/17 – Religious Education Eucharist Testing (5:30pm-7:30pm at the Rel Ed Office) Easter Flower Offering

Easter Flower Offering envelopes can be found in the Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD; pews. If you would like to make a dona- LORD, hear my voice! tion for flowers in memory of a deceased — Psalm 130:1 loved one, please fill out the envelope found in the pew and return it to the office LOOK Sorrow looks back, worry looks around, or deposit it in the collection basket. faith looks up. Thank you for your generosity! —Anonymous PAGE 8 Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 Celebrating Our Past ~ Preparing Our Future

Celebrating Our Past ~ Preparing Our Future We have now have $948,887.00 in pledges. Pledges continue to arrive daily. Total Gifts received is $259,463.25 Thank you again, and God bless, to all who given towards this worthwhile program. Soon, those of you who have yet to respond will be receiving another opportunity to participate. So much more is yet to be done to honor our past genera- tions and prepare us for future generations to come.

 Pledge Payment Options: ·Make your checks payable to: St Linus Capital Campaign. ·Go to www.ParishPay.com, choose St. Linus Capital Campaign to make your pledge ·You may bring your cash payment to the Parish Office. ·The Parish Office now takes Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Celebrando Nuestro Pasado ~ Preparando para Nuestro Futuro

Nuestra Campaña Capital esta en un total de $948,887.00 en compromi- sos mientras recibimos nuevas promesas todos los días. Hemos recibido un total de $259,463.25 en regalos. Muchas gracias y bendiciones a to- dos que han participado en este programa valioso hacia nuestra comuni- $259,463.25 dad parroquial. Para los que no han participado, pronto recibirán otra oportunidad para contribuir.

Todavía hay mucho por hacer para honrar a las generaciones antepasa- das y preparar para nuevas generaciones en el futuro.

Opciones para pagar su compromiso: ·Cheques escritos a St. Linus Church ·Por línea en la pagina de internet www.parishpay.com ·En efectivo en la oficina de la parroquia. ·En persona con tarjeta de crédito (Visa, MasterCard, American Ex- press, and Discover) en la oficina de la parroquia.

Pledge Payment Options PAY BY CHECK PAY ONLINE Make your checks payable to: 1. For online payments visit: www.ParishPay.com St Linus Capital Campaign 2. Click the tab “Make A Donation” located at the bottom of the You may mail your check to: page St. Linus Catholic Church 13915 Shoemaker Avenue 3. Search for your Parish by Church Name, City or Zip code Norwalk, CA 90650 4. Select “St. Linus Catholic Church, Norwalk, 90650, CA” or stop by the Parish office to drop off 5. You may log in if you have previously created an account, or your payment. PAY WITH CASH select “START GIVING” to create a new account You may bring your cash payment to the Parish Of- 6. Select the drop-down menu titled “Capital Campaign” and fice. enter the amount of your Gift. PAY BY CREDIT CARD The Parish Office now takes: Visa, Mastercard, 7. Select from the options: One Time, Weekly, Monthly, or An- American Express and Discover. nually. Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma PAGE 9 Capital Campaign Payment Envelopes

When making your Capital Campaign pledges, please use the gold envelopes located in the pews titled

ST. LINUS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN “Celebrating Our Past—Preparing Our Future” Please fill out the envelope and envelope number, so the RITE OF payment can be properly credited to your account. Any CHRISTIAN Capital Campaign payments made that are not titled INITATION Capital Campaign, will be credited to the weekly contributions. Please call the Parish Office if you have R.C.I.A any questions.

Safeguard the Children

DID YOU KNOW? Archdiocese continues helping survi- Viacrucis vors of sexual abuse and their families. As we be- gin April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the La Comunidad Hispana se reunirá el 14 de Abril, 2017 Archdiocese wants to reiterate that it remains committed para recordar y revivir los acontecimientos de la última to helping survivors, and their families, heal and find etapa del camino del Hijo de Dios. Hoy como cada año, peace. If you believe that you, or someone you know, is a victim of sexual abuse by a Church employee or volun- la Iglesia de San Lino se congrega para seguir las huellas teer, please contact the Archdiocesan Victims Assistance de Jesús cuando “cargando con su cruz, salió hacia el lu- Coordinator at (213) 637-7650 for help and support. gar llamado Calvario, que en hebreo se llama Gólgo- ta” (Juan 19:17) El Viacrucis del Hijo de Dios no fue ¿SABIA USTED? Mantenga a los niños conscientes de simplemente el camino hacia el lugar de suplicio. Con los peligros en internet. Casi todos en su comunidad tiene cada paso, cada gesto, y palabra suya que actuemos en la acceso a internet, y puede ser una valiosa herramienta obra esperamos que se conmuevan para entender como la para el aprendizaje, la comunicación y la educación. En el pasión y muerte de Jesucristo nos revela ser verdadero aula, los niños pueden usar Internet para hacer investiga- ciones y tareas. Los adultos también deben estar edu- Dios y verdadero hombre. cando a los niños sobre los peligros que se esconden en la Internet, los depredadores y extraños que buscan informa- ción puede hacerse pasar como cualquier persona, y es importante que los niños tengan cuidado en cualquier si- tio, no importa lo que estén haciendo. Para obtener más información sobre seguridad en internet, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] o llame al (213) 637-7508 para solicitar una copia del artículo VIRTUS© “Safety and Technology” (Seguridad y tecnología). The Hispanic Community at St. Linus invites you to at- tend their Viacrucis; The Passion of Christ Play on April OPEN OUR GRAVES 14, 2017. Let us relive and remember the events that Open our graves, Lord, Christ endured at Calvary while we carry our own cross remove us from the prison of death. to follow him. “Whoever wishes to come after me must

Place your Spirit in us deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” Matthew so that we may live 16: 24. This play of Our Lord’s Passion is not just a in a world of freedom. glimpse of the journey that he suffered at our hands. ABRE NUESTRAS TUMBAS With every step, gesture, and word that we reenact we Abre nuestras tumbas, Señor, hope to move the audience to understand that in Christ’s sácanos de la cárcel de la muerte. Passion and Death he revealed to us to be true God and

Pon tu Espíritu en nosotros true man. para que podamos vivir en un mundo de libertad. PAGE 10 Fifth Sunday of Lent April 2, 2017 Aloha Everyone! We are in need of your collaboration to help collect great auction items to help fundraise at our OHANA Luau event this June. Here are some examples of items that we find that guests enjoy bidding on: Tablets or reading devices (such as iPad Pro, Kindle Fire HD, Nook), designer handbags, fine or artisan jewelry, weekend getaway, perfume, children’s items, sport- ing tickets or memorabilia, fine wine, restaurant gift cards, behind-the-scenes and unique experiences. Also, other items we would love to auction off are your special talents: Do you have a band that you can offer for a party? Do you cook and can provide a dinner for two, three or four? Do you knit or sew and can donate items to be auctioned? We are also collecting items for themed baskets which are listed below. Lastly, if you would like to make a monetary donation to help put together a baskets, please submit your donation in an envelope to the parish office labeled “Luau Basket.” Let’s work together in sharing our talents and connections to help make our Ohana Luau event successful. THEMED BASKETS: Game Night/Movie Night – Uno, Monopoly, Apples to Apples, Jenga, regular deck of cards, Checkers, Pop Corn, Skittles, Sour candy, movie gift certificate, popcorn bowls

Petite Picasso – Crayons, paints, construction paper, play dough, colored pencils, sidewalk chalk, paint brushes, finger paints, finger paint, paper, glitter, markers, scissors, stickers.

Gardener’s Delight – Garden tools (adult & child), seeds, bulbs, kneeling pad, watering can, plant markers, gloves, decorative pots, garden tote, fertilizer, spikes, gift certificates to Home Deport or a garden center. Picnic Basket – Basket, plates, silverware, napkins, glasses, salt/pepper shakers, wine, cheese tray, cheese knife, corkscrew, table- cloth, blanket. Ice Cream Basket – Toppings, sundae dishes, waffle bowls and cones, sprinkles, ice cream scoop, cherries, gift certificate. Snack Shack – Chocolate theme – Big candy bars, bag of Hershey Kisses or M&Ms, hot chocolate, chocolate covered pretzels, spoons, nuts, fruit, chocolate cookies, brownie mix. Let’s Party! – Martini glasses, shot glasses, gift certificate to BevMo!, shaker, napkins, plates, cocktail book, Liquor: Tequila, Vodka, Rum, etc. Bakers Delight – Baking mixes for cakes, brownies, pancakes, pie crust, pie fillings, rolling pin, glass pie pan. All Sports Basket – Sports Tickets, Beer, Binocular, Water Bottles, Baseball Bat, Ball, Hats, Tees, Golf Balls, Folding Chair, A Sports Movie, Football, Baseball bat, glove, Basketball, Fact books. The Great Outdoors – Camping dishes, pans, flashlights, matches, pudgy pie makers, marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, marshmallow skewers, batteries, radio, cards, games, tent, air mattress, ice chest/fire pit. Pamper Me – Soaps, bath salts, loofa, sponge, pumice stone, candles, bubble bath, lotion, eye mask, bath pillow, massage oil, nail polish. Date Night Basket – Wine/champagne gift certificates, 2 glasses, nice restaurant gift certificate, hotel or bed & breakfast stay, truf- fles, gift certificate for flowers. Grilling Basket – Grilling tools, grilling mitt/pad, grilling spices, marinades, grilling vegetable basket, meat thermometer, apron, skewers, metal container. Italian Basket - Pastas, red sauce, alfredo sauce, pesto, olive oil, bread, cookbook, dipping oils, capers, wine, pasta bowls Man Crate – Men’s Soap, Shaving Gel, After Shave, Beard/Mustache Groom Set, Sponge, Hair Gel Handyman’s Box – Hammer, Measuring Tape, Level, Flash light, Utility Knife, Wrenches, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Home Depot/ Lowe’s Gift Card Tailgate Basket – Basting Brush, Chip Bowl, Cutting Board, Condiment Holders, Manual Can Opener, Long-Handelded Lighter, Salt/Pepper Shakers, Silverware Hodler, Spatula, Tongs, Toothpicks, Thermos, Oven Mitts, Kabob Skewers, Hamburger Press, Alu- minum Pans, Paper Towels Summer’s Here Basket – Beach Blanket, Beach Towel, Sunblock, Aloe Vera, Beach Ball, Drink Tumblers, Flip Flops Hawaiian Basket – Shortbread cookies, Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nuts, Hawaiian Coffee, Guava Jelly, Honey Roasted Maca- damia Nuts Wine Lover’s – Different types of Wines, Cheese, Crackers, Wine Glass, Cork Screw, Cutting Board and Knife Car Care – Pail, Soap, Towels, Armor All, Rain X, Tire Brush Sports Baskets Include the following items and teams: T-shirt, sweater, beanie, hat, water bottle, keychain, foam finger, jersey, tumbler, UCLA Angels coffee mug, blanket, socks. USC Clippers Dodgers Rams Lakers Raiders

Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma PAGE 11 ALL ORDERS ARE DUE ON WEDNESDAY, April 5TH EASTER PIE SALE PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS RAISING FUNDS FOR St. Linus School 7Th Grade NAME:______PHONE:______FRENCH RAZZLE- PUMPKIN APPLE APPLE BERRY BAKED PEACH

PIE VOUCHER

TOTAL ITEMS ______@ $14.50 EACH = $______

Please include payment for pies with your order. Make checks payable to: St. Linus School

Should you have questions about this fundraiser, please contact Veronica Figueroa (562) 526-5716. PIES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP ON Thursday, April 13nd at the school from 8am – 12:30pm. Pie Vouchers are only redeemable at the restaurant locations listed on the voucher: West Whittier, Puente Hills East, La Habra and West Los Ange- les. * Only 501c(3) non-profit organizations may participate in our fundraisers

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