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 church PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 9:00 am—4:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am-12:00 pm Sunday Closed Page 2 September 26, 2021 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ – The Annual Fall Festival is here! The theme is One Love, 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 faith 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 Apostle 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. Page 3 September 26, 2021 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 Saint Francis of Assisi 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 Pope 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 Gabriel 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 Christianity in the Filipino Community Ricky Manalo, CSP Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 7 PM - 8:30 PM Page 4 September 26, 2021 Teen Confirmation 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 Pope Francis 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, hymns, 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 Page 5 September 26, 2021 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 generosity, 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 Catholic? 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 Catholic Church. 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-mail Brenda in the Archdiocese office for a Schools” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know. schedule of session ([email protected]) Page 6 September 26, 2021 Saint Paul the Apostle Church Staff 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, Pastor 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.