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St. Catherine of . Martinez . California . March 24 . 2019 . Third Sunday of Lent

St. Catherine of Siena Parish follows by welcoming all, sharing our gifts, and giving glory to . La parroquia de Santa Catarina de Siena sigue a Jesús dándole la bienvenida a todos, compartiendo nuestros dones y dando gloria a Dios.

PARISH & SCHOOL STAFF MINISTRIES/ORGANIZATIONS CONTACTS

Fr. Anthony Huong Le, Parochial Administrator Servers

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TBD…………………..…………………………925-228-2230 Jessica Griswold, Principal Mea Auld, Pre-School Director Bingo Catherine Elementary School [email protected] Don Brocca …………………………………….925-858-7330 [email protected] [email protected] Catholic Youth Organization - CYO 925-228-4140 925-229-2255 Gina Marks………………………….………… 925-817-9429 Pauline Porter Karen Glen Communications Rite of Christian Initiation Bookkeeper Eugene Dizon……………………….………… 925-370-8143 for Adults (RCIA) Safe Environment Coordinator Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion [email protected] [email protected] Viviana & Marty Magee……………… ………... 925-228-6460 Paul Holland Jennifer Holland Faith Formation - Religious Education (PreK-8th Grades)

Co-coordinators, Youth Group and Confirmation Program Andrea Watkins………………………..Ext 30 925-228-2230 your ministry, complete the Diocesan required Sa [email protected] [email protected] Finance Council Troy Killorn Andrea Watkins Don Brocca...925-229-4158 and Dennis Koller...925-335-9395 Director of Music Ministry Director Religious Education Grief Ministry/Card Ministry [email protected] [email protected] Mary Cook (in assoc with Legion of Mary)……. 925-229-2665

Sylvia Lloren Mary Cook Guadalupe Society Secretary Bulletin Guadalupe Cruz………………………………... 925-997-2432 Hospital/Sick/Homebound [email protected] [email protected] ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Tom Greerty (in assoc with Legion of Mary)…... 925-228-4387 CHURCH LOCATION: 606 Mellus Street, Martinez, CA ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Hospitality PARISH OFFICE AND 1125 Ferry Street, Mary Cook (in assoc with Stewardship)……… 925-229-2665 MAILING ADDRESS: Martinez, CA 94553-1720 Ignite TELEPHONE / FAX: 925-228-2230 / 925-228-1318 Cindy Buscaglia……………….………………... 925-787-8396 Italian Catholic Federation - ICF PARISH WEBSITE: www.stcmtz.org Tom Cook……………………………………... 925-229-2665 PARISH EMAIL: [email protected] Knights of Columbus - K of C SUBMISSIONS: [email protected] Rik Silva………………………………………….925-334-2429 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-1PM & 2 PM-5 PM La Communidad Latina ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Lucia Cruz……………………………………… 925-348-2620 GRAMMAR SCHOOL: 604 Mellus Street, Martinez, CA Lectors TELEPHONE / FAX: 925-228-4140 / 925-228-0697

Carlos Melendez……………………….………... 510-385-0506 fe Environment for Children Project Training @ SCHOOL WEBSITE: http://school.stcatherinemartinez.com/~ Legion of Mary ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - PRE SCHOOL: 1125 Ferry Street, Martinez, CA Bobby Kiefer…………………….……………. 925-658-1442 TELEPHONE / FAX: 925-229-2255 / 925-229-2474 Loaves & Fishes ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Denice Silva…………………………………….. 925-372-0740 SAFE ENVIRONMENT: www.virtusonline.org Maintenance ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ BAPTISMS: Registration is mandatory two months prior to Troy Killorn.……………………….…………... 925-228-2230 Baptism. Parents & Godparents are required to attend a manda- Mary Help of Christians - MHC tory Baptism preparation class before reception of the Sacrament. Margarita Flores……………………………….. 925-812-1279 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Pastoral Advisory Council MARRIAGES: Arrangements and mandatory preparation need Karen Glen….925-788-7716 & Karen Sandri….925-370-7997 to be arranged at least eight months prior to the wedding. Respect Life ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - FUNERALS: We recommend using Catholic Funeral and Linda Easterday ……………………….……….. 925-372-3845 Cemetery Services at 925-932-0900. A representative will Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults - RCIA contact the parish office to coordinate your arrangements. Pauline Porter/Karen Glen……………………... 925-228-2230 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Safe Environment for Children Project - SECP BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS EARLY DEADLINES: Andrea Watkins………………………..Ext 30 925-228-2230 Closely watch early deadlines imposed by the publisher and plan SECP: No More Secrets - Survivor Outreach ahead accordingly. Submissions for Mar 31 has passed. Next Sherrie Hammon………………………………..925-372-6091 deadline for bulletin: San Community - SLRC All items must be submitted by Fri, Mar 29 by noon for Apr 7 Esther Concepcion….………………………… 925-381-1835 All items must be submitted by Fri, Mar 29 by noon for Apr 14 Social Awareness www.virtusonline.org . Thank you. All items must be submitted by Fri, Apr 5 by noon for Apr 21 Anne Crisp …………………………………... 925-356-8822 All items must be submitted by Thu, Apr 18 by noon for Apr 28 Spark (young adult group ages 18 years to 35 years) TBD ….………………………………………… 925-228-2230 LITURGY SCHEDULE Stewardship Karen Glen……………………………………..925-788-7716 Sociedade Portuguesa Rainha Santa Isabel - SPRSI SATURDAY: 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM SUNDAY: 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM English Annette Liberty……………………… ……… 925-228-8428 12:30 PM Spanish St. Vincent de Paul Society - SVdP ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ - Karen Glen …………………………………….. 925-788-7716

WEEKDAYS: 8:00 AM (Monday is a Communion Service) Ushers

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ADORATION: Fridays from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Peggy Aiello-Hagerthy …………………………925-228-2628 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Youth Group/Confirmation (High School 9 to 12 Grades) RECONCILIATION: Saturdays from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM Paul & Jenny Holland…………………………….925-890-6229 It appears in the oldest written account we possess outside the of the "Martyrdom of St. ," a Christian for his faith, the bishop of the Church of Smyrna to which St. Ignatius had written. St. Polycarp was martyred around 155, and the account of his sufferings dates back to that time. The narrator informs us that in his final prayers before giving up his life for Christ, St. Polycarp "remembered all who had met with Third Sunday in Lent– March 24, 2109 him at any time, both small and great, both those with and THE CHURCH IS CATHOLIC those without renown, and the whole Catholic Church throughout the world.” We know that St. Polycarp, at the time For the last three weeks you have read reflections on three of his death in 155, had been a Christian for 86 years. He could of the four marks of the Catholic Church. The Catechism of not, therefore, have been born much later than 69 or 70. Yet, it the Catholic Church states, “This is the sole Church of Christ, appears to have been a normal part of the vocabulary of a man which in the Creed we profess to be one, holy, catholic and of this era to be able to speak of "the whole Catholic Church apostolic.” These four characteristics, inseparably linked with throughout the world." The name had caught on, and no doubt each other, indicate essential features of the Church and her for good reasons. The term "catholic" simply means "universal," mission. The Church does not possess them of herself: it is and when employing it in those early days, Sts. Ignatius and Christ, who through the Holy Spirit, makes His church one, Polycarp were referring to the Church that was already holy, catholic and apostolic and it is He who calls her to realize "everywhere," as distinguished from whatever sects, schisms, each of these qualities. (CCC 811) or splinter groups might have grown up elsewhere, in opposition This week I am reflecting on: What does it mean that the to the Catholic Church. The term was already understood church is Catholic? The word catholic literally means even then to be an especially fitting name because the Catholic "universal," as in "the universal church." It originally was applied Church was for everyone, not just for adepts, enthusiasts, or to all Christians because we are all part of the universal Church the specially initiated who might have been attracted to her. in the way that we are all members of the Body of Christ. The (Kenneth D. Whitehead EWTN Faith/Teachings). Latin word is catholicus, and in Greek it is katholikos, from the The Creed which we recite on Sundays and holy days speaks of one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. The Church referred Greek phrase meaning "on the whole, according to the whole to in this Creed is more commonly called just the Catholic or in general." The word in English can mean "including a wide Church. It is not properly called the Roman Catholic Church. variety of things; all-embracing," or "of the Roman Catholic In writing the documents compiled by both the First and Sec- faith," or "relating to the historic doctrine and practice of the ond Vatican Councils, the bishops were diligent and successful Western Church.” The Church is Catholic in two ways. The in making certain to keep the words true to their origin, not Church established by Christ is Catholic, because Christ is adapting Roman Catholic Church as the title. The proper name present in her. Also, the church is Catholic because she has of the Church is the Catholic Church. It is never called "the been sent out on a mission to the whole of the human race. Christian Church," either. As mentioned in the Acts of the All are called to belong to the People of God. Catholic means Apostles, it is true that the followers of Christ early became universal, not continental. It is the Church that Jesus founded, known as "Christians" (cf. Acts 11:26). The name Christian was and it is where the fulfillment of the truth resides. Our mission never commonly applied to the Church herself. In the New is to gather all His children across the world and bring them Testament itself, the Church is simply called “the Church." together as one, for the fulfillment of God’s design. This is what There was only one. In that early time there were not yet any makes the Church Catholic (universal). break-away bodies substantial enough to be rival claimants of the Around the year A.D. 107, a bishop, St. name and from which the Church might ever have to distinguish herself. was arrested, brought to by armed guards and eventually The Catechism teaches that the Catholic Church, “proclaims martyred there in the arena. In a farewell letter which this early the fullness of faith. She bears in herself and administers the totality of the means of salvation. She is sent out to all peoples. bishop and martyr wrote to his fellow Christians in Smyrna, he She speaks to all men. She encompasses all times, she is made the first written mention in history of "the Catholic ‘missionary in her very nature’.” (CCC 868) Church." He wrote, "Where the bishop is present, there is the We are called to break down every barrier, whether it Catholic Church" (to the Smyrnaeans 8:2). Thus, the second comes from our pride, racism, or fear, that keeps us from lov- century of Christianity had scarcely begun when the name of ing one another as brothers and sisters. In the words of the the Catholic Church was already in use. Thereafter, mention of hymn by Marty Haugen: “All are welcome, all are welcome, all the name became more and more frequent in the written record. are welcome in this place.” —Karen Glen

WORSHIP DISCIPLESHIP STEWARDSHIP HOSPITALITY FACILITIES

To empower a To facilitate a To create a culture To form a joyful family To assure that our community of Christian transforming in the parish rooted community that reaches Church and facilities people walking together encounter with God in gratitude out and receives testify to the greater as disciples of Jesus in as we come together and generosity. one another as honor and glory order to share in worship. Christ reaches out and of God. His good news. receives us.

ST. CATHERINE SCHOOL NEWS: A LUMEN CHRISTI ACADEMY SCHOOL HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US! ST. CATHERINE ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT SATURDAY . MARCH 30 . @ FRANKLIN CANYON GOLF COURSE Highway 4, Hercules, California Registration: 7:00 AM . Shotgun Start: 8:00 AM Contact: [email protected]

Tournament Fee: $105 per player (must have complete foursome) 4-Person Scramble Format All fees benefit St. Catherine of Siena School & include cart, range balls, buffet & raffle Extras: Bring Cash: $10 long drive, $10 closest to the pin contest, $10 mulligans On course beer sales, a portion of proceeds will go back to the school.

SUBMIT PAYMENT ALONG WITH REGISTRATION FORM TO: ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL . 604 MELLUS STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 —————————————————————————————————————————— FOURSOME CONTACT NAME & EMAIL: ______

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“Amen I say to thee, this day you shall be

with me in paradise.” – Luke 23: 43 When I consider the scene at Golgatha, the chaos and com- motion that must have been present that day, and at that time when there were so many who already deeply believed that the Messiah was being executed, I try to fathom the magnitude of how, amongst all of that chaos, this simple interaction between these three dying men would impact the world so greatly. And, in many ways, I believe this moment in time was the genesis of what we often see now as the common action movie scene; where bombs are exploding, debris flying all around, and among all of the chaos is the critical moment of clarity and in that moment, the world has reason to believe again; for it is at that moment that the underdog has—Hope! Hope and Faith! I read this line from the Bible and think about that time and place, I cannot help but think of the Message of Hope and Faith that it truly is. It highlights Hope and Faith for one individual, dying side-by-side with Son of Man whose faith was demonstrated and his belief in the Lord confirmed. It gives one Hope for the other criminal who taunted and jeered at Jesus… that through the words of the one believer, you hope his heart may have turned; that he may have felt sorrow and remorse for his actions at that last moment and that he too may be saved. With the image of these three men side by side, one taunting God, the other denouncing the first and begging God for forgiveness, and the third Man, God, speaking selflessly all while committing the most selfless act he could offer through his execution and death, giving of himself not only for this man but for all of the world; with that image in mind, I cannot help but simultaneously envision the cartoon illustration of the “Good Angel” on one shoulder, the “Bad Angel” on the other shoulder and the child in the middle being tempted! And, oddly enough, I believe this image is quite appropriate… the bad angel, the criminal on the left, the good angel, the criminal on the right, and the boy in the middle…God the Son! The Son, who had the choice to be selfish, who had the choice to succumb to His worldly instincts, but who through His faith in God the Father, the Child knew the right choice and made the right choice. We are too often faced with making the right or wrong choice. We know the right choice. But we don’t always listen to the good angel, do we? Sometimes we listen to the bad angel but, hopefully, all too soon, do we realize our error. And then we have hope! We have hope because we remember our faith. We have hope that God will re- enter our heart and soul, and give us guidance. We have hope and faith that God will help strengthen us so that we can do better. For we too, have faith, and hope that someday, we will be with Him in paradise! —by Carlos M. Melendez IGNITE FORMED MINI-SERIES Second Sunday of Lent, March 17, 2019 Fr. Presence-Mystery of the Anthony converses with the children about Movie Study Part Three the Word of God at the 10:30 AM Mass. Can Saturday, Apr 13 you explain God’s message to your friends and family, children? Can you be a good @ 5:30 to 8:00 PM Christian without being a Christian?

Meet in the Parish Hall. Pizza provided.

WORSHIP Donations accepted.

To facilitate a Explore the truth & transforming beauty of Christ’s real encounter with God presence in the Eucharist as we come together from its origins.. in worship. Info? Call Cindy @ 925-787-8396

INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK SAT 3/23 4:30 Kerry Marie Nakasone † SUN 3/24 7:00 Int. St. Catherine of Siena Parish 8:30 Swieszcz & Bratten Families † 10:30 Int. YLI #64 members Hurdling. God’s grace within me and God’s strength 12:30 Louisa Dona and Otto Dona † behind me can overcome any hurdle ahead of me. MON 3/25 8:00 Antonio Copiaco † TUE 3/26 8:00 Amulfo V. Pan † “Beneath His Cross” Apostolate WED 3/27 8:00 Int. St. Catherine of Siena School Thursdays Monthly beginning April 4th @ 6pm FRI 3/29 8:00 Peter Delevati † is a lay organization of men and SAT 3/30 8:00 Int. Kyra Mack—Birthday Blessing women who love our priests through the Immaculate Heart of 4:30 John Delchini † Our Blessed Mother. We stand SUN 3/31 7:00 Johnnie Castro † with Our Lady beneath the Cross 8:30 Danny Shapiro Jr. † of Jesus, in prayer, sacrifice, and reparation for our priests. 10:30 Jennie Samuels † “Beneath His Cross” invites all 12:30 Int. St. Catherine of Siena Parish to gather at the church the first Thursday evening of each month, Call the Parish Office for Mass intentions. before the Blessed Sacrament, for a Holy Hour and Prayer Cenacle. During the cenacle we pray to Our Julian Eymard Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, we pray the Litany of Humility, The Luminous Mysteries of the Most Holy for Priests, special prayers for the Church, prayer to Saint , the Chaplet of Reparation, and end with the Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by a brief reflection (all prayers will be provided in ‘Beneath His Cross' booklet to easily follow along). The difficulty of the tragic scandals within Our Holy Catholic Church today could be com- pared to the difficulty of the condition of the boy described in chapter nine of the of Mark. In Jesus' response to His disciples when they were unable to heal the boy, He says "This kind can only come out through prayer," Mark 9:29. Never underestimate the power of prayer. Please join us on the 1st Thursday monthly that you are able, beginning April 4th at 6pm (if you must arrive late, that is okay, every prayer counts)! For the sake of our Holy Catholic Church and her indispensable priests and deacons, please be a part of this monthly Holy Hour. St. Catherine Parish offers deepest sympathy and Let us pray that we can all gather together beneath His cross as a prayers for the families; and, the repose of the souls of community for a purpose far greater than ourselves. Marcelina Aires J P @ 925-354-1656 : Ethel Young BHC. who entered eternal life.

ALL VOLUNTEERS DISCIPLESHIP ARE INVITED

To empower a SCS VOLUNTEER community of Christian RECOGNITION people walking together as disciples of Jesus in Sat, March 30, 2019 order to share His good news. Beginning with Holy Mass @ 4:30 pm The Lord followed by dinner in the parish hall secures 5:30 pm catered by justice and New Mecca Mexican

the rights Restaurant of all the JOIN US & BE RECOGNIZED! oppressed. rsvp to —Psalm 103 [email protected]

SAN LORENZO RUIZ COMMUNITY together with the WORD SEARCH ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION The Temptation of Jesus SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL FAMILY DINNER SAT. APR. 6 . 5:30 PM Family Meal Deal: 2 adults & 2 or 3 children = $ 30 Adults/Seniors 13 yrs & older = $ 12 Children 5 to 12 yrs old = $ 6 Proceeds benefit SCS Parish & Other Programs Tickets on Sale after Masses or call Esther @ 381-1835 or Mary @ 229-2665

WHO: SCS Respect Life Ministry Invites You to Join Them and would enjoy the compa- ny of interested Parishioners WHAT: Field Trip to see the Movie “Unplanned” WHEN: Sat, Mar 30, 2019 @ 12:10 pm Matinee WHERE: Meet in front of Century Pleasant Hill 16 Movie Theater located at 125 Crescent Drive, Downtown, Pleasant Hill WHY: This is the story of Abby Johnson taken from her book of the same name. She was a spokesper- son for Planned Parenthood until one day she saw SPIRIT DEVIL DAYS JORDAN STONE something that changed her forever. HOLY LIVE ANGELS AUTHORITY WORSHIP HOW: There are 20 reserved tickets. Act now. DESERT TEMPLE COMMAND BREAD WORLD Reserve your seat! For more info, please contact TEMPTED FORTY KINGDOMS JERUSALEM HUNGRY Debbie by text or phone @ 925-286-1207

A message from Bishop Barber: St. Catherine of Siena Parish & School This year’s theme, Rebuild My Church, was the message Jesus Christ spoke to St. Francis. At first, LENT 2019 Francis took the assignment literally, physically restoring the abandoned Stations of the Cross chapel at San Damiano. Later, he came to understand His mission in a Fridays at 7 PM in the Church more spiritual sense: to return the and at 8 PM Adoration of the Church to the radical simplicity of Blessed Sacrament & Benediction STEWARDSHIP the Gospel, the spirit of poverty, and

the image of Christ in the poor. Soon To create a culture other people joined Francis in his life LET OUR ADORATION NEVER CEASE! in the parish rooted of poverty, dedicating their lives to in gratitude the teachings of Christ and by doing Communal Celebration so, “Rebuilding Christ’s Church.” and generosity. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION The mission is to build up Christ’s Church in the Diocese of Oakland by Tuesday, April 2 at 7 PM focusing on three pillars: the Sunday Mass experience; practicing spiritual and corporal works of mercy; and EXPERIENCE FORGIVENESS helping people become missionary disciples. Divine Mercy Novena For further information on this Beginning Good Friday, April 19, year’s Bishop’s Appeal and how to 5PM & continuing daily until April 27 help, contact Giles Miller, Office for Mission Advancement at Mercy Sunday, April 28, 12:30 PM Mass [email protected] or 510 628-2156 PRAY AND WORSHIP TOGETHER

2019 HOLY WEEK Palm Sunday-Passion of the Lord

APRIL 13: 4:30 PM APRIL 14: 7 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:30 PM PARISH STEWARDSHIP MARCH 17, 2019 CONTRIBUTIONS Holy Thursday

Sunday Collection $6,074.00 APRIL 18 Ash Wednesday $ 113.00 8:00 AM Morning Prayer Bishop’s Appeal Rebate $9,100.00 7:00 PM—BILINGUAL MASS Flowers $1,035.00 OF THE LORD’S SUPPER Fulfilling the Promise $ 788.33

Bishop’s Annual Appeal Goal for 2019 is $23,000.00 Good Friday

Thank you for your continued generosity! APRIL 19: 8:00 AM—Morning Prayer 12:10 PM—Lord’s Passion and REMEMBER ST. CATHERINE PARISH IN YOUR WILL & LIVING TRUST Veneration of the Cross Next week, Sat/Sun, Mar 30/31 we will have a second collection for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Thank you. 9 PM—Tenebrae OPERATION RICE BOWL Holy Saturday ENCOUNTER THE DHATHCROOS FAMILY APRIL 20: 8:00 AM—Morning Prayer The Dhathcroos family returned home after Easter Vigil—8:00 PM fleeing violence in their country, to build a prosperous farm & become a vital contributor to their community. How can you assist refugees in your communi- Easter Sunday ty to rebuild their lives? Visit crsricebowl.org for more. APRIL 21 7 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM I CAN, YOU CAN, WE CAN. FORTY CANS FOR LENT and 12:30 PM Please place your contributions of non- expired, non-perishable canned foods for Please sign your name to the list in the donation to Women’s Shelter, Loaves and rear of the church if you would like Fishes, and St. Vincent de Paul in barrels in to read at stations of the cross. Both the vestibule of the church. Thank you. English & Spanish lectors needed. Fr. Anthony invites all parishioners to take part in this hospitality outreach to our com- munity. He is asking all minis- tries and organizations to par- ticipate by selecting and serving at one or two Sundays during Walking on Holy Ground the year. If you as an individual with your Dominican Sisters: a two-part series or as part of a group of friends HOSPITALITY would also like to host in 2019, Sunday, April 28 and Sunday, May 5, 2019

please email: 2:00 PM—4:00 PM on both days To form a joyful [email protected]. family community Your selected date(s) will be at the Dominican Center - 43326 Mission Circle confirmed. Thank you for your (entrance off 3 Mission Tierra) in Fremont that reaches out participation. Hosts needed for and receives Mar 31, Apr 7, May 12 & 19, A free-will offering will be taken. one another as Jun 2 & 30, Jul 14 & 28, Aug 4 & Register by April 25 at 510-933-6360 11, Sep 1, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 8, Christ reaches out 22 & 29 http://bit.ly/2019HolyGround and receives us. —Stewardship Committee

Experience the joy of bringing the gifts of bread & wine to the altar at Mass WELCOME to new St. Catherine during the offertory. As music is played parishioners: the Aliriagwu Family! & lyrics are sung, walk up the aisle to present the work of our hands to Father waiting at the base of the steps. The presentation is a prayer itself & the blessing received as you process closer to the altar confirms that these gifts will soon become the body & blood of Our Lord. If you would like to pre- sent the gifts at Mass, please let one of the ushers know prior to the start.

Why would intelligent, successful people give up From Nigeria by way of Elk Grove, the Aliriagwu careers, alienate friends, and cause havoc in their Family celebrated Adanna Venita’s 1st Birth- families...to become Catholic? As he was considering day with Fr. Anthony & St. Catherine of Siena his own move into the Church, Donald Johnson parishioners in the parish hall serving birth- traveled around the country to get the story for himself, from some of today's most interesting and day cake to all present for hospitality! Pictured articulate Catholic voices. left to right back row: Justina, Fr. Anthony, This feature can be enjoyed through the SCS Sixtus, Grace, Cecilia; front: Ebony, Desmond, Access: Go to internet explorer and click http:// & Adanna Venita. Happy Birthday little one! formed.org. enter code: XPTJK8 (case sensitive) May God Bless you always with Love & Grace. “Lord, my God, WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE Week-at-a-glance dates, times, and locations are taken from the when Your love web site calendar: www.stcmtz.org. If further clarification is needed, please contact the parish office at 925.228-2230 ext.0 spilled over into Sunday, 3/24 Third Sunday of Lent

creation, you 8:00 AM PH Hospitality—Legion of Mary hosts thought of me.” 2:00 PM PCL Guadalupe Society Executive Board 2:00 PM PH Cub Scout Pinewood Derby set up

FACILITIES 3:00 PM PH Cub Scout Pinewood Derby

To assure that our Monday, 3/25 St. Dismas, pray for us. Church and facilities 6:45 PM PCL San Lorenzo Ruiz Community Mtg testify to the greater honor and glory Tuesday, 3/26 St. Theodore, pray for us. of God. 6:00 PM CH Choir Rehearsal 6:00 PM PH PTG Meeting *7:00 PM PC Scripture Reflection with STRENGTH TO SPLIT ROCKS: Do you know that *NEW TIME & DAY oftentimes a root has split a rock, when 7:30 PM CH Spanish Choir Rehearsal suffered to remain in it? Give no judgment Wednesday, 3/27 St. Rupert, pray for us. to the seed of evil, seeing that it will break 5:00 PM CH Children’s Choir Rehearsal 6:00 PM CH/SC/PH Faith Formation PreK to 8th Grades up your faith. —St. 6:15 PM PC 206 RCIA Meeting—St. Room 6:30 PM PCL Legion of Mary Ministry Meeting St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church Thursday, 3/28 St. Alexander, pray for us. has an Official Facebook Page! Like Us! 8:00 AM CH Morning Mass

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8:00 PM CH Evening Prayer and Benediction https://www.facebook.com/St-Catherine-of-Siena- Saturday, 3/30 St. Fergus, pray for us. Catholic-Church-Martinez-California- 7:00 AM off site SCS Golf Tournament registration 419160895486876/ 8:00 AM off site SCS Golf Tournament shotgun start 9:30 AM PCL SVdP Food Distribution MOUNTAIN VIEW SHELTER DINNERS & FOOD DRIVE 3:00 PM CH Reconciliation 4:30 PM CH Volunteer Recognition Mass This week we St. Catherine parishioners are preparing the 5:30 PM PH Volunteer Recognition Qtry Reception meals for the residents at Mountain View Family Shelter in Sunday, 3/31 Fourth Sunday of Lent Martinez. We also provide ongoing cleaning and paper supplies for the operation of the shelter. If you would like to participate 8:00 AM PH Hospitality—HOST NEEDED 3:45 PM PCL Confirmation Preparation Class in this outreach activity now or in the future, please contact 6:00 PM PCL Youth Group Anne Crisp at 925-787-0857 or [email protected] to CH = Church RC = Rectory SC = School discuss opportunities. Thanks to all who have volunteered thus far. PH = Parish Hall YD = School Yard YS: Youth Shack PC = Parish Center PCL: Parish Center Library SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS WITH THE CLERGY Diocese of Oakland

will now meet on End-of-Life Questions: A Practical Workshop CALLING ALL EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE TUESDAYS EUCHARIST, MINISTERS TO THE SICK AND From 7:00 pm—8:15 pm in the HOMEBOUND, AND GRIEF MINISTRY TEAM St. Gabriel Room Parish Center AS WELL AS ANYONE ELSE WHO IS INTERESTED. SATURDAY, APRIL 27 FROM 10:00 AM TO 12:00 PM ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH HALL There’s not a great difference Facing major healthcare decisions while living out your catholic faith? between Heaven and earth Choosing your healthcare decision-maker to help navigate end-of-life issues? Understanding & completing healthcare forms? Knowing when if every morning I can receive to request the Sacrament of Anointing? Seeking practical legal advice You and find You anytime on these issues? Hear a priest, doctor & attorney discuss these con- cerns, ask questions & find resources we’ve prepared for you. in the tabernacle. . REGISTER NOW OR FIND MORE INFO “The Sun That Daily Rises” WWW.OAKDIOCESE.ORG/CATHOLICS-CARE OR CALL by Chiara Lubich LAURA 510-267-8395 / ESPANOL=SANDRA 510-267-8371 READINGS & REFLECTIONS FOR THE WEEK SUN, MAR 24, 2019: THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT When to THU, MAR 28, 2019: How to be more prophet-able be a quitter Many think of biblical prophets as people whom God gave the In playground rhetoric, a quitter is among the worst things to mysterious power to see into the future. Prophets, however, be. Even in adulthood, none of us wishes to cultivate a reputa- were not crystal-ball gazers who predicted what was to come. tion for not following through on projects and promises. But Most of the time they talked about the present—their pre- sometimes it’s good to quit, as any nicotine addict, alcoholic, or sent—and sometimes about the past as well. They focused on gambler will attest. How do we judge “when to hold ’em, and what the People of God were doing—or not doing—in their when to fold ’em”? Jesus promotes fruitfulness as the most reli- relationship with God. In bringing God’s word to a situation, able measure of an effort’s viability. Holding on to a fruitless they called people back to God and showed them that God was situation that does not respond to herculean efforts toward still a guiding force in their lives. God summoned a long line of cultivation is a waste of life’s soil. Contemplate what to prophets to serve the Israelites, and there have been Christian preserve and what to prune. Today's readings: Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15; 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, prophets, too. A few prophets might even be around today. 10-12; Luke 13:1-9 (30).“So cut [this fig tree] down. Why Hear any? should it exhaust the soil?” Today's readings: 7:23-28; Luke 11:14-23 (240). “I have sent you untiringly all my servants the prophets.” MON, MAR 25, 2019 SOLEMNITY OF THE ANNUNCIA- TION OF THE LORD Do not be afraid FRI, MAR 29, 2019: LENTEN WEEKDAY; DAY OF ABSTI- NENCE When will we forgive? Artist Henry Ossawa Tanner’s painting of the Annunciation Nobody likes a traitor. From Brutus to John Wilkes Booth to allows us to imagine the awesome exchange between Mary and Judas, those who betray ultimate loyalties like patriotism or the angel Gabriel in a new way. The light in the painting depicts friendship seem beyond redemption. A deep bond also exists the Divine messenger, but it is the look on Mary’s face that within families that can be trespassed or broken. In times of reminds us of her humanity and makes us ponder our own. infidelity, mistreatment, severed trust, or divorce, it can seem When the unexpected or the confusing complexity of life stops that the idea of family itself has been lost. While people often us in our tracks, when we do not understand, and when we feel don’t feel the capacity to pardon violations, emotion plays only afraid, it is God’s promise to be with us and Mary’s model of a part in the task of forgiveness. Forgiving is also an act of will, acceptance and trust that can console and lead and guide us. If not only of feelings. God models the decision of forgiveness for there is a doubt, or a struggle to understand, or a fear of the us, allowing the healing to begin. Abstain from meat today—and unknown for you today, surrender your worries to Mary and from withholding the healing power of forgiveness. ask for her help. Today's readings: 7:10-14; 8:10; Hebrews 10:4-10; Luke Today's readings: 14:2-10; Mark 12:28-34 (241).“I will 1:26-38 (545).“May it be done to me according to your word.” love them freely; for my wrath is turned away from them.” TUE, MAR 26, 2019: LENTEN WEEKDAY Lighten your load SAT, MAR 30, 2019 LENTEN WEEKDAY Go ahead and ask Forgiveness is one of those things that’s easier said than done. While most of us do not commit obviously grievous sins, we Even after we’ve reluctantly uttered the words, “OK, you’re still “miss the mark” regularly in subtle ways, for example, by forgiven,” who among us hasn’t secretly carried a grudge against being angry or self-righteous. Although it is not easy or com- our offender? Judging by the number of lawsuits filed each year, fortable to admit that we are not perfect, our spiritual well- we aren’t so good at forgiving our debtors or trespassers. But being depends upon it. May our prayer today be that we are does “forgiving from the heart,” as we are called to do, mean made aware of the times and ways we have sinned so that we we have to become everyone’s favorite doormat? Hardly. It can ask for God’s mercy. For although God doesn’t wait to be simply means that we accept the fact that others are as human asked before forgiving us, we cannot receive that forgiveness if and prone to folly as are we. Lent is the perfect season to prac- we haven’t acknowledged our need for it. tice forgiving from the heart. Give it a try—you’ll feel lighter Today's readings: Hosea 6:1-6; Luke 18:9-14 (242). when you no longer have to carry that grudge around. “The tax collector prayed, ‘O God, be merciful to me, a sinner.’ Today's readings: 3:25, 34-43; Matthew 18:21-35 (238).“Should you not have had pity on your fellow servant, as I had pity on you?” SUN, MAR 31, 2019: FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT It ain’t WED, MAR 27, 2019 LENTEN WEEKDAY School is in session over even when it’s over In his sixth-century Rule, Saint Benedict, one of the founders of monasticism, described a monastery to be a “school of the Some years back we celebrated a Year of Mercy, opening sym- Lord’s service.” School may not be everyone’s favorite place, bolic doors across the Catholic world to convey the idea that but in the best sense of the term, a school is a good place to prodigals could return at this time, and no hard feelings. Many learn, and the Catholic tradition offers a number of them. The were amazed, a few dismayed, and others took advantage of the liturgy, for example, is a school for prayer—think of all the dif- offer and happily returned. Then the Year of Mercy ended. The ferent kinds of prayer in the Mass—and also for life: You learn doors were closed. Some wondered: Are we back now to the to make yourself a living sacrifice in communion with Jesus. Millennium of Judgment? Answer: The door of mercy is always Scripture, the , and the Church’s moral teachings also offer open. Our loving God remains on the lookout, even when we “learning opportunities” to explore. It’s time to get some schooling! are very far off. Today's readings: Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9; Matthew 5:17-19 Today's readings: (239).“Hear the statutes and decrees which I am teaching you Joshua 5:9a, 10-12; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 to observe.” (33). “While he was still a long way off, his father caught sight of him, and was filled with compassion.” LECTURAS Y REFLEXIONES DE LA SEMANA 24 MAR 2019 TERCER DOMINGO DE CUARESMA Cuándo 28 MAR 2019 DÍA DE SEMANA DE CUARESMA Cómo ser un ser un desertor profeta. En retórica de juegos, un desertor está entre lo peor que se Muchos piensan que los profetas bíblicos son personas a puede ser. Aún en la adultez, ninguno de nosotros quiere culti- quienes Dios les dio el poder misterioso de ver en el futuro. Sin var una reputación por no cumplir los proyectos y las embargo, los profetas no fueron observadores de bolas de cris- promesas. Pero a veces es bueno dejar, como puede atestiguar tal que predijeron lo que vendría. La mayoría de las veces cualquier adicto a la nicotina, alcohólico, o jugador. ¿Cómo hablaron sobre el presente, su presente, y algunas veces juzgamos “¿cuándo aguantar, cuándo parar?” Jesús fomenta la también sobre el pasado. Se enfocaron en lo que el Pueblo de fecundidad como la medida más confiable de la viabilidad de un Dios estaba haciendo o no haciendo en su relación con Dios. Al esfuerzo. Aferrarse a una situación infructuosa que no responde llevar la palabra de Dios a la situación, llamaron a las personas a a esfuerzos hercúleos de cultivo es un desperdicio de la tierra Dios y les mostraron que Dios todavía era una fuerza guía en de la vida. Contempla qué conservar y qué podar. sus vidas. Dios convocó a una larga lista de profetas para servir Lecturas de hoy: Éxodo 3:1-8a, 13-15; 1 Corintios 10:1-6, 10- a los israelitas, y también ha habido profetas cristianos. Algunos 12; Lucas 13:1-9 (30). “Entonces tala [esta higuera] ¿Por qué profetas podrían estar hoy alrededor. ¿Escuchan alguno? debería agotar la tierra?” Lectura de hoy: Jeremías 7: 23-28; Lucas 11: 14-23 (240). “Os 25 MAR 2019 SOLEMNIDAD DE LA ANUNCIACIÓN DEL he enviado incansablemente a todos mis siervos los profetas". SEÑOR No tengas miedo. 29 MAR 2019 DÍA DE SEMANA DE CUARESMA. DÍA DE AB- La pintura de la Anunciación del artista Henry Ossawa Tanner STINENCIA ¿Cuándo vamos a perdonar? nos permite imaginar el asombroso intercambio entre María y el ángel Gabriel de una manera nueva. La luz en la pintura rep- A nadie le gusta un taitor. Desde Bruto hasta John Wilkes resenta al mensajero divino, pero es en el aspecto del rostro de Booth y Judas, aquellos que traicionan lealtades como el patri- María que nos recuerda a la humanidad y nos hace reflexionar otismo o la amistad parecen ir más allá de la redención. sobre la nuestra. Cuando la inesperada o la confusa complejidad También existe un vínculo profundo dentro de las familias que de la vida nos detiene, cuando no entendemos y cuando pueden ser invadidas o rotas. En tiempos de infidelidad, maltra- tememos, es la promesa de Dios de estar con nosotros y el to, confianza cortada o divorcio, puede parecer que se ha per- modelo de aceptación y confianza de María que puede consolar- dido la idea de familia. Mientras que las personas a menudo no nos y guiarnos. . Si hay una duda, o una lucha por comprender, sienten la capacidad de perdonar las violaciones, la emoción o el miedo a lo desconocido para usted hoy, rinda sus pre- juega solo un papel en la tarea del perdón. Perdonar es también ocupaciones a María y pídale ayuda. un acto de la voluntad, no solo de los sentimientos. Dios mod- Lecturas de hoy: Isaías 7: 10-14; 8:10; Hebreos 10: 4-10; Lucas ela la decisión de perdón para nosotros, permitiendo que 1: 26-38 (545). “Hágase conmigo conforme a tu palabra". comience la curación. Absténgase de la carne hoy y retenga el poder curativo del perdón. 26 MAR 2019 DÍA DE LA SEMANA DE LA CUARESMA El fin Lecturas de hoy: Oseas 14: 2-10; Marcos 12: 28-34 (241). “Los de semana de cuaresma Aligerar su carga. amaré libremente; porque mi ira se ha apartado de ellos.” El perdón es una de esas cosas que es más fácil decirlo que 30 MAR 2019 DÍA DE LA SEMANA DE CUARESMA A hacerlo. Incluso después de que pronunciéramos de mala gana delante y pregunta las palabras, "OK", se te perdonó, "¿quién entre nosotros no ha guardado en secreto un rencor contra nuestro agresor? A Si bien la mayoría de nosotros no cometemos pecados graves, juzgar por el número de demandas presentadas cada año, no seguimos “perdiendo la marca” regularmente de manera sutil, somos tan buenos para perdonar a nuestros deudores o intru- por ejemplo, al estar enojados o ser egoístas. Aunque no es sos. Pero "perdonar de corazón", como estamos llamados a fácil ni cómodo admitir que no somos perfectos, nuestro bien- hacer, ¿significa que tenemos que convertirnos en el felpudo estar espiritual depende de ello. Que nuestra oración de hoy favorito de todos? Apenas. Simplemente significa que aceptamos sea que seamos conscientes de los tiempos y maneras en que el hecho de que los demás son tan humanos y propensos a la hemos pecado para que podamos pedir la misericordia de Dios. locura como lo somos nosotros. La Cuaresma es la temporada Porque aunque Dios no espera a que se lo pidan antes de per- perfecta para practicar el perdón desde el corazón. Inténtelo, donarnos, no podemos recibir ese perdón si no hemos recono- se sentirá más liviano cuando ya no tenga que llevar ese ren- cido nuestras necesidades. cor. Lecturas de hoy: Daniel 3:25, 34-43; Mateo 18: 21-35 Lecturas de hoy: Oseas 6: 1-6; Lucas 18: 9-14 (242). “El recaudador de (238). “¿No deberías haber tenido lástima de tu compañero, impuestos oró: 'Dios mío, ten piedad de mí, pecador'". como yo tuve piedad de ti?" CUARTO DOMINGO DE CUARESMA No te des por vencido 27 MAR 2019 Escuela en sesion. ni aun vencido En la Regla del siglo sexto, San Benito, uno de los fundadores del monasticismo, describió un monasterio como una "escuela Hace algunos años celebramos un Año de Misericordia, abrien- del servicio del Señor". La escuela puede no ser el lugar favorito do puertas simbólicas a través del mundo católico para expre- de todos, pero en el mejor sentido del término, es un buen sar la idea de que los pródigos podían regresar en este tiempo, lugar para aprender, y en la tradición católica ofrece varios de sin resentimientos. Muchos estaban asombrados, algunos con- ellos. La liturgia, por ejemplo, es una escuela para la oración, sternados, y otros aprovecharon la oferta y volvieron felices. piensa en todos los diferentes tipos de oración en la misa, y Entonces el Año de Misericordia terminó. Las puertas se cerra- también para la vida: aprendes a hacerte un sacrificio vivo en ron. Algunos se preguntaban: ¿Estamos ahora de regreso en el comunión con Jesús. Las Escrituras, los santos y las enseñanzas Milenio del Juicio? Respuesta: La puerta de la misericordia está morales de la iglesia también ofrecen "oportunidades de apren- siempre abierta. Nuestro Dios amoroso permanece en la dizaje" para explorar. ¡Es hora de conseguir algo de esco- búsqueda, aunque estemos muy alejados. laridad! Lecturas de hoy: Deuteronomio 4: 1,5-9; Mateo 5: 17- Lecturas del día: Josué 5:9a, 10-12; 2 Corintios 5:17-21; Lucas 19 (239). “Escucha las estatuas y los decretos que te estoy 15:1-3, 11-32 (33).“Cuando estaba todavía muy lejos, su padre enseñando a observar”. lo vio, y se llenó de compasión.” $500 Donated to Chuck Barberini St. Catherine of “JUST ASK CHUCK” Siena for every REALTOR - CalBRE #01324660 completed transaction

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