MASS SCHEDULE Twenty Sixth Sunday Saturday ...... 8:30 am 5:00 pm Vigil In Ordinary Time

Sunday ...... 7:30 am 9:30 am September 26, 2021 5:00 pm PARISH INFORMATION Mon-Fri ...... 6:30 am and 5:30 pm PARISH CENTER AND OFFICE Corner of Selby and Ohio RECONCILIATION 10750 Ohio Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Saturday at 4 pm in the PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 9:00 am—4:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am-12:00 pm Sunday Closed

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Dear Sisters and Brothers in –

The Annual Fall is here! The theme is One , a response to the pandemic – one love that flows from God.

Our Festival Team led by Wanda Ahmadi have taken every precaution in this time of COVID. To attend in person, full vaccination is strongly recommended and/or a COVID test within 72 hours of attending; masks are to be worn at all times except when eating or drinking; practice physical distancing; and, wash hands fre- quently. See you on the Ferris wheel!

Our next formation program is a special presentation of a new book, “Immigration and Faith: Cultural, Biblical, and Theological Narratives” by professor of theology at Loyola Marymount University, Brett Hoo- ver on Thursday, September 30 at 7 PM in the Church. Brett utilizes vivid and engaging narratives of those who migrate to see migration through the lens of our faith. The book is available for purchase at the Parish Office and will be available at the presentation.

You may attend online at St. Paul the Media on YouTube.

To attend the presentation in-person, remember: 1. Only fully vaccinated persons may participate in-person gatherings. 2. Persons attending will be required to show proof of vaccination. 3. Once indoors, all persons must wear a mask. 4. Physically distancing.

Sunday Mass at 11:30 AM with the Schola Cantorum returns next weekend, October 3, 2021

Peace and blessings, Father Gil

VIA, our Ministry for people in their 20’s and 30’s Fall Kickoff Sunday, October 3rd after the 5 PM mass. Get to know other young adults from our community. Wherever you are in your faith journey, you are welcome.

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Meet the Author, Immigration and Faith - Cultural, Biblical, and Theological Narratives by Brett Hoover Thursday - September 30, 2021, 7 PM - 8:30 PM Brett’s new book describes immigration through powerful narratives to help explain the ever-shifting tensions and political struggles over immigration.

VIA, our Ministry for people in their 20’s and 30’s Fall Kickoff Sunday, October 3rd after the 5 PM mass. Get to know other young adults from our community. Wherever you are in your faith journey, you are welcome

Blessing of the Animals on the Feast of Monday, October 4, 2021, Blessing at 8:15 AM and 6 PM

Free Documentary Film Screening of "Francesco" Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 PM Join us for a free screening of this documentary film followed by a Question & Answer session with the director, Oscar nominee Evgeny Afineevsky. The film follows Francis on his apostolic journeys around the world, where the depth and context of his teachings and pastoral ministry come to life. It also takes us to visit his home in Argentina to hear from those who know him best.

Forward in Mission Pilgrimage to Mission Santa Barbara Saturday, October 30, 2021, 8 AM - 7 PM Visit Mission Santa Barbara in this Jubilee Year to mark the 250th anniversary of Mis- sion San Arcángel, commemorating the Church’s beginnings in Los Angeles. Mass. Tour by Dr. Ruben Mendoza, California Missions Archeologist.

A Treasured Presence: Filipino American Catholics Celebrating 500 years of in the Filipino Community Ricky Manalo, CSP Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 7 PM - 8:30 PM Page 4 September 26, 2021

Teen 2021-2022

For all parents and guardians of high school students

Registration for the 2021-2022 teen Confirmation program is now open until October 10th. Our pro- gram this year will be in person in a masked and so- cially distanced environment. Our meetings will be once a month on a Sunday starting at 6 pm and end- ing by 7pm. Our first meetings are scheduled to start on October 17, 2021 for Year 1 students and on Oc- tober 24, 2021 for Year 2 students. If needed we will be prepared to move to an online zoom meeting for- mat.

You can find more information and the link to regis- ter at www.sp-apostle.org/confirmation.The registra- tion fee will be $75.00 this year which can be paid through the pushpay link found on the webpage. No one will be turned away for financial reasons

If you have questions or need more information please contact Fr. Ryan Casey by email at rcasey@sp -apostle.org or by calling 424-832-5154 Free Documentary Film Screening of "Francesco" Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 6:30 PM Join the Caritas Choir Join us for a free screening of this documen- tary film followed by a Question & Answer ses- sion with the director, Oscar nominee Evgeny Afineevsky. The film follows on

Looking to be involved in the ministry of our wonder- his apostolic journeys around the world, where ful Parish? Would you like to give back to our com- the depth and context of his teachings and munity in a meaningful way? Then look no further! pastoral ministry come to life. It also takes us The Caritas Choir is looking for singers, especially to visit his home in Argentina to hear from Tenors and Basses, to sing weekly for the 9:30a Sun- those who know him best. day Masses. The Caritas Choir sings a variety of beau- tiful music in the form of choral works, , and Feast of Saint Francis of songs to enhance our worship and prayer at Mass. Re- Assisi hearsals occur weekly in the church on Wednesdays, from 7:30p-9:30p. No audition is required, but please Monday October 4th

reach out to our Music Director, Jeffrey Parola, for 7:30 AM Parish Center more information on how to join: [email protected] . 6:00pm in front of the Church

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Together in The ONE LOVE 2021 Festival is Mission 2021 Sept. 24, 25 and 26

On behalf of the Visit www.SPAGives.com more than 15,000 students, and their families attending Join us for the Saint Paul the Apostle prayerful the schools this meditation group! campaign supports, as well as the ap- No need to have any previous meditation experience. proximate 525,000 families living in the 67 parish communities that All are welcome! will benefit from your , we would like Please email Vanessa Reyes Smith to thank you for your support. if you are interested at [email protected].

Parish Goal $132, 015 NAMASTE!!! Amount Pledged $88,374.00 Amount Paid $80,721.08 (As of September 1, 2021)

Please help reach our goal so that we can help others in need.

Peace and blessings, Father Gil Children’s Religious Education

How Does Our Religious Education will begin on September 29th, Wednesday afternoon. The time for classes are Someone Become snack time 3:45 to 4:00 and class time from 4:00 to ? 5:15. Classes will be in person at the school. We will

The Rite of Christian be following the CDC guidelines for the safety of the students. Please Register as soon as you can. We are Initiation of Adults st th (RCIA) is the process through which children and adults registering grades 1 through 8 . You may Register online at www.sp-apostle.org are brought into the .

The registration fee is $125.00 per child for the whole If you know of someone who feels called to become year. Please register early. If you have any questions, Catholic, please send Father Jerry an email at gtully@sp please contact: Irene Holly, Director of Religious -apostle.org. Education, 310-689-6212 or [email protected]

DID YOU KNOW?

What to look for in a safe school Preventing violence in schools takes more than a few rules and requirements. It requires a culture of concern, in which every member works together to prevent violence and abuse. Keeping the Promise Alive sessions are for anyone These cultures share certain hallmarks that whose current VIRTUS® certificate has expired and parents can look for in selecting the safest school for their are not a year out. For those who have never taken a children. Some of these features include a strong community, VIRTUS® session, you will need to attend Protect- clear lines of communication between teachers, staff, and fam- ing God’s Children. ilies, and equal respect for students and staff throughout the school. For more information, request a copy of the VIR- TUS® article “Characteristics of Safe and Responsive Please e- Brenda in the Archdiocese office for a Schools” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know. schedule of session ([email protected])

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CONTACT

Parish Center - (310) 474-1527 Fax - (310) 474-2897 Saturday, September 25, 2021 8:30am +Sr. Stella Enright, DMJ Email - [email protected] 5:00pm +Petra Valdes

Rev. Gilbert Martinez, CSP, Sunday, September 26, 2021 424-832-5160 / [email protected] 7:30am For the People 9:30am Anna Marie McIntyre Rev. Gerard (Jerry) Tully, CSP, Associate Pastor 5:00pm +Gregg Mamikunian 424-832-5155 / [email protected] +Romeo Cruz

Rev. Ryan Casey, CSP, Associate Pastor Monday, September 27, 2021 424-832-5154 / [email protected] 6:30am Fr. Gilbert Martinez, CSP (birthday) Dr. Jeffrey Parola, Directory of Music 5:30pm Tavia Lareese

310-689-6216 / [email protected] Tuesday, September 28, 2021

6:30am +Raymond Carpio Mrs. Crystal Pinkofsky, School Principal 5:30pm +Diana Morgenstern 310-474-1855 / [email protected] Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Mary Pat Cooper SPA Development and Paulist Events 6:30am +Donald Cooper 424-832-5162 / [email protected] 5:30pm +Theresa Van Hoof

Thursday, September 30, 2021 Mary Ann Bertolucci , General Office/Data Admin 6:30am +Oscar Cruz 424-832-5158 / [email protected] 5:30pm Twee Chow

Irene Holly , Dir. Children’s Religious Ed Friday, October 1, 2021 310-689-6212 / [email protected] 6:30am Amand Reams 5:30pm John Chow Massey, Finance Manager 424-832-5152 / [email protected] Saturday, October 2, 2021 8:30am +Marvin Flood Vanessa Reyes-Smith, Dir. of Operations & Communications 5:00pm For the People

424-832-5153 / [email protected] Sunday, October 3, 2021 7:30am +Darren Massey The 9:30am +Teodor Polak 11:30am Kearns Family Priests in Residence 5:00pm +Ron Vannuki

Ted Vierra, CSP 310-689-6210 Peter Abdella, CSP 310-689-6206 Please Pray for all those in our parish who Fr. Bob Cary, CSP ( [email protected] ) are ill or in need of our prayers Mr. Dan Macalinao (Paulist Student) [email protected] Please respond to Fr. Gil’s weekly e-mail or the parish St. John of God Retirement Center (323)731-0641 office at [email protected] to add a name to

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