A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908

St. Rita of Cascia

June 30, 2013

MASS TIMES
SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 N WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri, and Sat. 8 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Service) HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(Confession) Saturdays 4-5 pm or by appointment DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Saturday 7:50 am ADORATION First Friday 8:30 am5 pm, Rectory Oratory

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V.F.Pastor Deacon Manuel Valencia Deacon John Hull 318 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626/355-1292 FAX: 626/355-2290 www.st-rita.org

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Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.Pastor
626.355.1292 x. 228 revkrek@st-rita.org Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Dcn. John Hulljohnhull65@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Weekend Presiders: 10 am MassFr. Chris Thiel, OFM Capuchin

Parish Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org Altar Servers, Youth: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 Altar Servers, Adult: Bill Cosso 355.5656 Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 Rosary Prayer Group: Susan Day 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. Vigil: Gary Fidone/Bill & Patti Huber Sunday Masses: 7:30-Bill Cosso/David Banis; 10:00-David Muhs; 12N-Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley, Margaret Duran Porter: (Evening Church Lockup) Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Denise Villalovos/Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org 355.1292

How to Contact Us
Parish Office/Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm. Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Director of Administration
Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: 355-1292 bereave@st-rita.org Christian Family: Sheila Pierce 355.8332 Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry 626.289.3504 626.446.6715 Mens Club: Nick Sotis: 358-2495 nick.sotis@pro-sites.net New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Patty Sullivan 355.3707 psullivan514@gmail.com Senior Ministry: Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Shawl Ministry: Mary Taillac 355.3179 Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Pastoral Council
Parish Office: 355.1292

Finance Council Chair

Bill Sullivan: 355.3707

St. Rita SchoolOffice: 626.355.6114

Principal: Joanne Harabedian jharabedian@st-rita.org

Other Contacts
Archivist: Marilyn McKernan marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org 355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Director of Liturgy & Music Paul Puccinelli: mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Cristina Cullen: 355.3841 dre@st-rita.org Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Theresa Bui Costanzo: 626.590.8828 ym@st-rita.org RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Team: Deacon Manuel and Chela Valencia; Susan Blakeslee: rcia@st-rita.org

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners
St. Rita ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish Office 355.1292 or Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org.

For Information about the

Sacrament of Baptism
Baptismal Preparation for parents and godparents: 7 8:30 pm the last Monday of the month. Call for Reservations. Baptisms are usually the first Sunday of the month.

Anointing of the Sick

Please notify us (355.1292) as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lords special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares!

Sacraments of Reconciliation and first Eucharist

Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or St. Rita Elementary School.

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One

Please call us at 355.1292 If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, we will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors; refer you to our liturgy and music directors; and offer you helpful guidelines and a book that will aid in the selection of readings for the Mass or Memorial Service. Areas we can help you with prior to the passing may help in the planning of funeral services. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest, sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

Sacrament of Matrimony
Contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

Sacrament of Confirmation

A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Religious Education.

NOTE: Adult applicants for the sacraments should contact the Parish Office.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

See adjoining column.

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REV. MSGR. RICHARD KREKELBERG

OF

CASCIA CHURCH

PASTORS CORNER

Dear Parishioners,
Here are some checkpoints from todays readings that are worthy of our thought and reflection First reading: Elisha at first wants to go back to say farewell to his family, but then realizes that when the Lord calls, you go! He still provides for themby feeding them before he leavesbut then he is all about being committed to his vocation. Second reading: if you go on biting and devouring one another, beware that you are not consumed by one another. Enough said. The Holy Gospel: Let the dead bury their dead. But you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God. The first part of this saying by Jesus seems harsh, not exactly taken from the handbook on bereavement ministry. And yet, it is only shock treatment, or tough love on Jesus part to give us faith and hope in the resurrection. It is not very different from the words of the Angel to the disciples after the ascension of the Lord: Men of Galilee, why do you stand here staring up into the heavens? For the Christian solidly identified with Jesus words, Zeal for my Fathers house consumes me, a period of mourning and grieving may be shorter. Loss and separation are daily healed more and more in the knowledge of Jesus promises made true. What I take away from todays readings is summed up in St. Pauls declaration today For freedom Christ has set us free But we take note that it is a freedom FROM attachment and even slavery (to whatever or whomever), in order to have the freedom TO serve the Lord and, in the building up of his kingdom, freedom TO serve one another. Msgr. Richard

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PARISHIONERS WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND RETURN TO GOOD HEALTH

SATURDAY, JUNE 29
8:00 AM 5:30 PM

SUNDAY, JUNE 30

Amelia Moreno RIP For All Parishioners

7:30 AM Redentour Ronquillo RIP 10:00 AM Ana Uyemura RIP 12 NOON Janet Heins RIP

Jean Mansour, Celia Merritt, Denis Keegan, Jacob Bigley, Gerald Krekelberg, Cathy Fiore, Madelyn Shaull, Dorothy Van Gorden, John J. McCoy, Diane Ridley, Richard Forcione, Maria Carmen Marti, Dennis & Clare Marquardt, Rosemary Fryzm, Andy Pulley, Katherine Haderlein, Andy Heller, JoAnn E. Douglass, Kathleen Ramsey, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Joanna Singleton, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Tim Stanley, Antoinette Wassef, Theresa Morcos, Aspet Herapetian, Rose Mary Taquino, Selma Tuffs, David Duran, Paul Viger, Julie Meyer, Zdenka Czerny, Cliff Hancuff, Wendy Wolf Fadel, Hal Finney, Christa Owen, Ailey Gardner-Ybarra, Cathy Hundshamer, Eva Bernejo, Laurie Larkin Masella, Edith Olah, Matteo Begnoche, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Mildred Vocelka, Joseph Moore, Ned Vento.

MONDAY, JULY 1
8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Rev. Rafael O. Hernandez, O.R.C. RIP

AND

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 THURSDAY, JULY 4 FRIDAY, J ULY 5

Clara Howling INT Communion Service Communion Service

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SATURDAY, JULY 6 SUNDAY, JULY 7

Sue Louise Viola RIP

8:00 AM Gloria McCormick RIP 5:30 PM Father DeLorme INT 7:30 AM For All Parishioners 10:00 AM Tage Anderson RIP 12 NOON William A. Cosso RIP

Congratulations Job Well Done!

Dylan Magsarili has completed his Eagle Scout Project and St. Rita parish is the grateful recipient of his efforts. Our beautiful Holy Family Shrine (in the front yard, east of the Parish Office) was enhanced with a new bench, new kneeler and improved stone path. Dylans organizational skills and hard work will benefit all who take advantage of this wonderful spot for meditation and prayer. Thank you, Dylanand thank you to the following scouts and friends who helped Dylan complete the project: Jack Amsbry, Michael Bazarevitsch, Ross Chase, Nick Conti, Brendan Finnegan, John Haskin, Mclean Ireland, Daniel Lytle, Austin McCullough, Chris Myers, John Overing, Jonathan Ting, Evan Tontini, and Jack Welsh.

Blessed Junipero Serra

FEAST DAYS Monday, July 1

Wednesday, July 3
St. Thomas

St. Elizabeth of Portugal; St. Anthony Mary Zaccaria

Friday, July 5

Saturday, July 6

St. Maria Goretti

TODAYS READINGS
First ReadingElisha left and followed Elijah as his attendant (1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21). PsalmYou are my inheritance, O Lord
(Psalm 16).

Second ReadingBeware that you are not consumed by one another (Galatians 5:1, 13-18). GospelGo and proclaim the kingdom of God
(Luke 9:51-62).

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Can you help?
We can use help in the Parish Office from time-to-time. Whether its to help stuff flyers in the bulletin, assist with coffee and donuts, man a table outside of church for sign-ups, set up or clean up for an event, whateverwe would love to have you help us and, as a bonus, you may get to know some new fellow parishioners. In the near future, we will need some helpers for the Backpack Drive (read article below). We will contact you when we need some help andif youre not available, dont worry, well try again! rc@st-rita.org 355-1292 x 226
Clip and drop in the Offering basket.

Youth NiteWednesday, July 10, 7 pm, Gara Youth MassSaturday, July 6, 5:30 pm ServiceUnion Station, Sunday, July 7, 7:30-10am Have a great summer and dont forget to check in at your St. Rita home from time-to-time! Theresa Costanzo ym@st-rita.org Playing It Safe When the Heat Is On The hottest months of summer are here, and many children will be playing sports and participating in other activities outdoors. Make sure summer camp supervisors and coaches know how to recognize and properly treat the signs of heat-related problems in children, including confusion; dilated pupils; dizziness; fainting; headache; heavy perspiration; nausea; pale and moist or hot, dry skin; weak pulse; and weakness. Every summer sports program for children should have rules for playing it safe when the heat is on. For a copy of the complete article Playing it Safe in the Summer Heat please contact the Office of Safeguard the Children email: jvienna@la-archdiocese.org

Id like to have my name on a volunteer list: Name Phone Email

Backpack Drive for St. Francis Center (SFC)

We have offered to supply back-toschool supplies for some of the 200 children who faithfully attend afterschool and summer school programs at SFC in downtown L.A. Last year, your generosity was outstandingwe provided over 113 backpacks along with 16 large boxes of school supplies. So, while youre out and about, watch for sales and pick up a few items. Collection boxes will be in the Vestibule beginning July 13the drive ends on Monday, August 5 to allow time for all donations to be transported to SFC for their distribution weekend.

Blood DriveSunday, July 14 8:30 - 2:30, OMalley Hall

To make an appointment, please contact: Marilyn McKernan 355-1292 x233 marilyn@st-rita.org

Whats happening in your Organization or Ministry? Send us some information to include in the Bulletin! Better yet, take some photos at your events and include them (jpeg format)well print your news as space allows. Deadline for Bulletin articles is Thursday, 10 days before desired publication date. bulletin@st-rita.org or bring to the Parish Office.

Pleaseno used items. A flyer listing the needed

items will be inserted in a future Bulletin.

Andwould you like to help? We need volunteers to take the items from the Vestibule to Gara Hall after each weekend Mass; to help us sort the donations weekly; and finally to prepare everything for the SFC van pick-up! For more information or to volunteer
Rosemary Hagerott rc@st-rita.org 355-1292 x226

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Meetings, Ministry & Special Events

This Week at St. Rita

I see my vacation coming

right after the 4th of July parade reaches Sierra Vista Park! I will be away for most of the month of July and look forward to some rest and time to reflect on this very busy past year. I can relax knowing that I leave St. Rita Parish in the very capable hands of Father Roberto Ike who, once again, has chosen Sierra Madre over a hot Missouri July! Seriously, we are all indebted to Fr. Roberto for his caring presence. Msgr. Richard

Thursday, July 4Parish Office Closed

Have a safe holiday! See you at the Parade.

Friday, July 5Adoration

After the 8 am Mass until 5 pm Rectory Oratory

Save the Date

Glad to have you back, Fr. Roberto!
Sunday, July 7Baptisms
In the Church 1:30 pm Deacon John Hull officiating

Sunday, July 14Blood Drive

See page 5 for information.

Catholic Community & Local Events

Getting Even Gods Way! What Would Jesus Do? What You Can Feel, You Can Heal.July 27, 9:30-3:30. Mass, Tour of the Cathedral, lunch and workshop, presented by Father Patrick Hill. The workshop is aimed at the separated, divorced, and widowed. Cost is $20. Julie Auzenne 213/637-7249 jmonell@la-archdiocese.org Grief Support GroupJourney Through Grief, August 13-September 17, 10:30-Noon You are invited to a six-week support group designed for those who have lost a loved one. A safe environment is offered to share feelings, discuss fears, and gain strength for the journey that lies ahead. San Gabriel Recreation Center, 250 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel 91776 Susan Coyle 626/974-2045 Susan.Coyle@VITAS.com Children & Teens Grief Support CampAug. 23-25. A 3-day camp for children and teens ages 7 to 17 who have experienced the death of someone close within 4 years of the start of camp. Free of charge. Led by professionally trained staff. Activities include: swimming, sports, arts & crafts, etc. Camp ErinLA. Karissa Provost 310/473-1511 karissa@ourhouse-grief.org

Weekend of July 13 & 14Backpack Drive Begins

See page 5 for information.

Please join Monsignor Richard and your friends from St. Rita Parish in the Sierra Madre 4th of July Parade! Its a lot of fun to walk, bike, scooter, or skateboard down the boulevard representing our St. Rita Community. All are welcome!

NOTE: The Parade begins at 10 am at the corner of

Sunnyside & Sierra Madre Blvd. Be in the area around 9:30 and watch for signs identifying the St. Rita staging area.

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P A R A D E T I M E J U L Y 4, 2 0 1 2 St. Rita WebsiteTake a Look!
Our website has descriptions and contact information for parish organizations and ministries; monthly calendar of events; and more. Did you know theres a link to make your Sunday Offering donation using your credit card? Check us out!

st-rita.org Are you a registered Member of St. Rita?

Registering in a parish is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community. Being a registered parishioner is a requirement for infant baptism, school registration, weddings, when asked to be a baptismal or confirmation sponsor, and even funerals. Additionally, if you are not registered, a yearly tax receipt cannot be issued since you have no unique ID number in our database. Registration forms are: in the Vestibule & on our website: st-rita.org & at the Parish Office 355-1292 rc@st-rita.org