August 14 Newsletter - Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
LORD, COME TO MY AID! PSALM 40
COME SHARE IN THE JOY OF WORSHIP
DAILY MASS 8 AM Monday - Saturday (Tues & Thurs in Spanish)
SATURDAY VIGIL
5 PM, 7 PM (Spanish)
SUNDAY MASS
7 AM, 8 AM (Spanish), 10 AM, 12 PM, and 6:30 PM
RECONCILIATION
Confessions are on Saturdays from 9-10 AM or by appointment.
ADORATION & PRAYER
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Tuesday in the Church from 4 – 7 PM. Our Church is open daily until 7 PM, you are welcome to come for private prayer any day.
Take time to read the Mass readings. Ask the Holy Spirit to open your mind and heart to hear the Word of God take time to read theMass Readings for Sunday, August 14
In 2016, Pope Francis spoke of the refining 'fire', when he reflected:
“The fire that Jesus speaks of is the fire of the Holy Spirit, the presence living and working in us from the day of our Baptism. It — the fire — is a creative force that purifies and renews, that burns all human misery, all selfishness, all sin, which transforms us from within, regenerates us and makes us able to love. Jesus wants the Holy Spirit to blaze like fire in our heart, for it is only from the heart that the fire of divine love can spread and advance the Kingdom of God. It does not come from the head, it comes from the heart. This is why Jesus wants fire to enter our heart. If we open ourselves completely to the action of this fire which is the Holy Spirit, He will give us the boldness and the fervor to proclaim to everyone Jesus and his consoling message of mercy and salvation, navigating on the open sea, without fear.”
Un mensaje del p. Carlos
No he venido a traer la paz.
Nuestra reacción seguramente no es positiva cuando leemos o escuchamos este evangelio de hoy , claro que Jesus sí traía, trajo y traerá la paz siempre, pero habla de ser perseguidos a causa de nuestra fe, porque debemos dar testimonio de nuestro seguimiento a Él y poder dejar de acumular aquí lo que no es necesario. Significa, ser perseguido por ser consecuente. Por ejemplo el profeta Jeremías está siendo perseguido y lo quieren matar porque está haciendo su misión: que es, anunciar y denunciar, y por eso viene la molestia de la vida, porque denunciar lo que no está bien, no es fácil y tampoco gusta a los demás.
Las lecturas de hoy, no sólo el Evangelio, presentan la fe como una lucha, y en el caso de Jeremías, como signo de contradicción, esfuerzo, peligro, como el mismo Cristo vivió la fe. Los profetas expresan en su propia carne que la verdad molesta y lleva a correr riesgos. Lo que hicieron con Jeremías, lo harán después con Jesús y sus seguidores.
Esta misión y actitud de Jeremias y de Jesus nos deben cuestionar a nosotros por la forma en que estamos viviendo nuestra fe. Nos preguntamos si mi fe cuestiona a otros ? o más bien si la vivencia de mi fe es un signo de contradicción para otros porque estoy sirviendo , evangelizando, denunciando lo que es contrario al Reino de los Cielos.? Claro que Jeremias, Jesucristo, Madre Tresa de Calcuta ,San Francisco de Asís, el Santo Cura de Ars, ellos cuestionaron a los demás sin decir palabras, solo actuando, porque actuaban respondiendo el llamado de Dios.
El fuego que transforma. "He venido a prender fuego al mundo". El fuego era un elemento importante en la vida de Israel: para cocer los alimentos, para calentarse, para alumbrarse. También se servían de él para destruir lo que era contagioso y malo, como los ídolos. En el Templo se debía siempre mantener el fuego del altar de los holocaustos para los sacrificios. El fuego es frecuentemente relacionado con la aparición de Dios (a Moisés en una brasa ardiente, en la columna de fuego en el desierto, cuando Ezequiel es escogido como profeta, el día de Pentecostés en forma de lenguas de fuego...). El fuego es calor y luz, signo del Espíritu. El fuego está también ligado a la purificación de Dios y al juicio final. Es sin duda este aspecto del fuego del que Jesús habla cuando dice haber venido para traer fuego sobre la tierra. El fuego de su amor purificará el mundo el día de la Pasión, de ahí el deseo de Cristo: "¡Cuánto desearía que ya estuviera encendido!".
Aquí estamos hoy, somos fuego que arde por la fe y el evangelio? Hay división en mi casa, porque yo o mi papa o hermana están sirviendo con pasión y ardor en la Iglesia? Si es asi estas siguiendo a Dios como Jeremias o Jesus. Paz y bien.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW IN FAITH
2022-2023 Faith Formation Programs
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!
It's time to sign up for First Communion and continuing faith programs to help youth and families put their faith into action. For information visit: OLG Family Faith Formation Programs
Guadalupe Youth Ministry (G.Y.M.) -
Debuting in September 2022 to meet the spiritual needs of all high school students who hope to grow in their relationship with Jesus and includes Confirmation Preparation. This program will replace the Youth Ministry/Confirmation program.
Not a Catholic? Baptized in another faith? Thinking about becoming a Catholic? Interested in knowing more about the Catholic Faith?
If yes, then you may be interested in exploring the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. The Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is the Catholic Church’s way of bringing new members into the community of faith. Click here for more information
TACOS TUESDAYS for HIGH SCHOOL TEENS - 8/16
Join us at the outdoor picnic tables/parking lot from 5:30-7:30 PM for tacos, games, and a talk on faith.
Meet at Terranea Discovery Trail 8:30 AM (31300 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes). Contact Theresa@olgmail.org for possible carpool arrangements or any questions. Bring water, snacks, light lunch and any friends for a fun hike and wonderful view of God’s creation. CLICK HERE TO JOIN US.
OLG HAND 'n' HAND FOOD DRIVE - NEXT SUNDAY AUGUST 21
If you are in need of food, please contact the parish office at 310-372-7077.
Are you an adult who wants to volunteer for the Church or School?
VIRTUS training and being fingerprinted are required for all volunteers at the Church and School
VIRTUS TRAINING is on Friday, Sep 9 from 6 to 9 pm in the Multi-Purpose Safeguard the Children Program is for all adults who want to protect our children against sexual abuse. CLICK HERE to sign-up.
LIVE SCAN - FINGERPRINTING is on Sep 30. Please call the office to schedule a fingerprinting appointment time with the Live Scan Operator.
If you are new, whether visiting for a short while, have moved here and are joining our parish, or are returning to your Catholic Faith, we want to say WELCOME!
We invite you to join us for the Welcome Mass on Sunday, August 28 at 10 AM and then join us for the Community Cook-Off & Bake-Off.
COMMUNITY COOK-OFF & BAKE-OFF 8/28 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
La Romeria Park (19501 S. Inglewood Ave, Torrance)
Enjoy community fellowship over the chili, mac n cheese, cupcake, and bread contest AND for family games and fun. The winner for each category will get the title of OLG Master Chef / Baker. CLICK HERE TO JOIN US!
COLLECTION TOTAL
August 7, 2022 - $11,893.39
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS! Giving with a cheerful heart is one of the ways we show our obedience to God and demonstrate our recognition that we are only stewards of our earthly possessions. God gives to you so He can give through you.
ANOTHER WAY TO MAKE YOUR CHURCH DONATION
An easy way to give a donation to the church’s general collection is by text. To get started, text the amount you want to give to 424-360-2500. With your first donation, you will receive a link to enter your payment information. After that, simply text the amount you want to give and that is it! This is a great way to supplement your online recurring donation.
WHAT IS A MASS INTENTION?
When a Mass is celebrated, the priest can offer each celebration of the Eucharist for a particular person or intention. By doing so, special graces from God are applied upon that person or intention. If you would like to add someone please complete this form:
Through her many writings, St. Clare of Assisi offers us a guide to a stronger, richer faith life. Enjoy these meditations from this great saint. Read more...
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Monday, August 15
This year the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is not a holy day of obligation in the Catholic Church. We can still take time to remember and celebrate the Blessed Mary, Mother Jesus.
The marriage preparation process takes AT LEAST SIX MONTHS before the date you wish to get married. Please click here to complete this Marriage inquiry formif you wish to begin this process. Please do not book a specific date until you have had your first meeting with the priest.
It brings us great joy and celebration to baptize your child (or children) into the Catholic Church, especially here at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Taking this step is an integral part of your faith, the beginning of your promise to raise your child in the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. For more information, visit the Baptism Page on our websiteor contact the parish office.
Open for Enrollment 2022-23 School Year
Our Lady of Guadalupe Preschool is a year-round program that provides services for children ages 3-5 years old.
We provide opportunities for children to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually in a warm, loving Christian environment.
For more information contact: Mrs. Maritza Corleto, Preschool Director mcorleto@ourladyofguadalupeschool.org
As children head back to school, parents should make every effort to meet the people their children will come in contact with — from their classroom teachers to those who teach the special subjects like art, music, or other extracurriculars. Make the effort to have a face-to-face meeting with these people and know the school’s policies on abuse prevention and awareness. For more information, request a copy of the VIRTUS® article, “Three Things that Simply Must Be Done,” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.
Conozca a todos los maestros de su hijo este nuevo año escolar
A medida que los niños regresan a la escuela, los padres de familia deben hacer todo lo posible por conocer a las personas con las que sus hijos entrarán en contacto, desde los maestros de su salón de clases hasta aquellos que enseñan materias especiales como arte, música u otras actividades extracurriculares. Haga el esfuerzo de tener una reunión cara a cara con estas personas y conozca las políticas de la escuela sobre prevención y concientización sobre el abuso. Para obtener más información, solicite una copia del artículo de VIRTUS® en inglés, “Three Things that Simply Must Be Done” (Tres cosas que simplemente se deben hacer), en lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.
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