A W e lco m i n g C o m m u n i t y , H e l p i n g O n e A n ot h e r Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

Associate Pastors

Rev. Joseph Kammerer Rev. Rick Prindle

Deacons

Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

Weekend Mass

Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

Weekday Mass

Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am , 12:10 pm and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am , 8am , 12:10 pm and 5pm Saturday: 8am

Holy Day Mass

Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm

Reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7 am -7:15 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm -6 pm Thursday: 7 am -7:15 am Friday: 5:30 pm -6 pm Saturday: 8:30 am -9 am 4 pm -4:30 pm Eves of Holy Days: 4 pm -4:30 pm Confessions by request anytime; call Rectory for appointment. 624 15 t h S t r e e t Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310)545-5651 AmericanMartyrs.org

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We welcome you to American Martyrs Catholic Community Parish Facilities

Start your morning with The Minute Message

RECTORY

624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9703 Mailing Address: PO Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639

PARISH OFFICE and MEETING ROOMS

Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm | Sunday, 8:30am-11:30am 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9702 Temporary Parish Offices are on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House SS. BRIGID/BRENDAN (closed for remodel) O'DONNELL HALL (enter from O'Donnell parking lot, south east side of the building ST. KATERI ROOM (enter from Deegan Place)

GYM - 701 15th Street | 310-802-8720

Click the link at the top of our Homepage.

Follow Msgr. Barry on Twitter @msgrjohnbar r y

Daily Prayers

of the

Church

ADORATION / MEDITATION CHAPEL

Mon-Fri, 7:00am-8:00pm Saturday, 7:00am-5:00pm Sunday, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Closed during regular Sunday Masses.

Contact: Jim Quilliam AdorationChapel@Americ anMar t yrs.org

DAILY ROSARY:

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym

Monday , following the 6:30am Mass

Do not park on 18 Street. Park in O'Donnell or School lots and enter from schoolyard. th

SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)

RESERVING A PARISH FACILITY

To reserve a parish facility for your ministry or group, contact facilities@Americ anMar t yrs.org, with the date and time of your event, number of people attending, purpose of the event, and the contact person's name, phone and email. We will make every effort to reserve a space that will accommodate your needs. We do not use our facilities for private parties.

Fr. Paul Siebenand Fr. Joe Kammerer Msgr. John Barry Msgr. John Barry (Livestream) Fr. Joe Kammerer Fr. Paul Siebenand

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Sick

Please pray for the sick in our community that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Monday - Saturday, 7:30am, in the Church

SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street

Sat 5:00pm: Sun 7:00am: 8:00am: 9:30am: 11:30am: 5:00pm:

This schedule is subject to change.

Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

Next Weekend's Mass Celebrants

MORNING PRAYER:

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

Rick Mirabito Brian Baggott Kate Hoppe Kent Kirkpatrick Kathy Rico Baichtal Samantha Concetti Paul & Sharron Schaffer Jack Radville Maria Babick

Del Reis Cathi Long Arlene Platten Jacob Conde Carissa Enright John Sullivan Elizabeth Holt Smith Michael McGowan Linda Ruisi

(DEVOTION & BENEDICTION)

Tuesday following the 8:00am Mass

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN

Wednesday following the 5:00pm Mass, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet

A r med Forces We pray for those serving overseas in our Armed Forces, especially: Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. CPT Maureen Bannon - U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Capt Evan Bernstein - U.S.M.C. Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard Matthew Murphy - U.S. Navy SSgt Kyle Nesbitt - U.S.A.F. Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy

Sacramental Information Baptism for Infants - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pm

Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for appointment. Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Next class is Sunday, July 10.

Adult Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist (RCIA)

Deacon Derek & Terri Brown, RCIA@Americ anMar t yrs.org Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults welcomes and prepares adults for full participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Classes begin in September.

Marriage - Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

In Memoriam Michael Scarano Fr. John Murray Michael Icaza

Anthony Funari Mary Poirier Richard Holey

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Holy Matrimony Congratulations Ben Kartub and Marissa Mayeda Andrea Frisina and Jennifer Connelly Third Banns: Thomas Wade and Sara Douzat

Anointing of the Sick - Celebrated throughout the year. Call anytime in case of serious illness.

Mass Intentions - Request in person at the Parish Offices. Prayers for the Sick and Deceased - Contact the Rectory

with the names of family members who are ill or deceased.

Funeral Planning

Contact the Rectory to arrange Funeral or Memorial Services.

Bereavement Support

Deacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea camantea@AmericanMar tyrs.org | yamantea@AmericanMar tyrs.org

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Calendar, Mass Intentions & Readings This Week

N ext Weekend

MONDAY, July 4

SATURDAY, July 9

7:00pm HFH

8:00am ODH 10:00am HFH 1:00pm SK

Al-Anon

TUESDAY, July 5

5:30am PH 10:00am SK 3:30pm PH 7:00pm HFH 7:00pm PH 7:00pm SK 7:30pm SHH 7:30pm SpC

Men’s AA Meeting Senior Exercise Legion of Mary Beginning Again Matthew 25 Meeting Bereavement Support Group Al-Anon Contemplative Prayer

WEDNESDAY, July 6

10:00am PH

Weekly Scripture Readings with Fr. Joe

Matthew 25 Sandwich Making AA Women Legion of Mary Luncheon

SUNDAY, July 10

7:00am ODH 10:00am SpL

Coffee & Donuts Spiritual Library (open until 4:00pm)

Parish O ffices C losed

All parish offices will be closed on Sunday, July 3 and Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. There will only be an 8:00am Mass on Monday.

THURSDAY, July 7

5:30am PH

Men’s AA Meeting

Mass Intentions

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FRIDAY, July 8

MONDAY, July 4

11:15am SpC 12:00pm SpC 3:30pm SCH

8:00 Gerry Geppert † (Gail Geppert)

Silent Meditation Matthew 25 Saturday's Blessings Irish Dance

Week

Readings: Hos 2:16, 17b-18, 21-22; Ps 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; Mt 9:18-26

TUESDAY, July 5 - St. Anthony Zaccaria; St. Elizabeth of Portugal Readings: Hos 8:4-7, 11-13; Ps 115:3-4, 5-6, 7ab-8, 9-10; Mt 9:32-38

6:30 Virginia Lyman † (Patti & Dick Williams) 8:00 Amado Velasco † (Carmelo & Elizabeth Quillang) 12:10 Dottie Arias (Tony & Martha Hatfield) 5:00 Linda Smith (Lochtenberg Family) WEDNESDAY, July 6 - St. Maria Goretti Readings: Hos 10:1-3, 7-8, 12; Ps 105:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; Mt 10:1-7

NOTE: Dates and locations are subject to change without notice. Please check with the ministry to verify event.

Facilities:

BB-SS. Brigid/Brendan ∙ BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church ChP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym ∙ HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room

8:00 Robert Boushell † (The Boushell Family) 12:10 Amy Plank (Drewry Family) 5:00 Joseph Clifford † (Gebele Family) THURSDAY, July 7

Readings: Hos 11:1-4, 8c-9; Ps 80:2ac, and 3b, 15-16; Mt 10:7-15

6:30 Deborah Sue Smith Verkouw † (Julie Silveira) 8:00 Laurene Anastasi † (The Altar Society) 12:10 Vita Marie Finazzo † (Bill & Jan Chalk) 5:00 Special Intention FRIDAY, July 8

Readings: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 51:3-4, 8-9, 12-13, 14, and 17; Mt 10:16-23

8:00 John Teefts (Betty Nery) 12:10 Maria do Carmo Rosa Cruz Silveirinha † (Traci & John Britton) 5:00 Virginia Kelly † (Roberta Stuart) SATURDAY, July 9 - St. Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions Readings: Is 6:1-8; Ps 93:1ab, 1cd-2, 5; Mt 10:24-33

P lanned G iving

Do you intend to remember American Martyrs Church or School in your will or trust? Don’t put it off until later. The government already has a plan for you if you do not make one that includes your own charitable intent. For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or b h o d ge s@ Ame r ic anMar t yrs. org

8:00 Joseph Liccardone † (The deGuzman Family) 5:00 Kathleen O’Rourke Yuhl † (James & Elizabeth Moran) SUNDAY, July 10 - 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Readings: Dt 30:10-14; Ps 69:14, 17, 30-31, 33-34, 36, 37; Col 1:15-20; Lk 10:25-37

7:00 8:00 9:30 11:30 5:00

Bill Chandler † James McPharlin † (Komick Family) For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased Betsy Caprio † (Ed & Carol Wagner) Michael Scarano † (Merelyn O’Donnell) Find this bulletin online at AmericanMar t yrs.org

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Join a Choir! We have a number of choirs, each with a different style. If you have a talent that you would like to share, please contact Music Director, Bill Svarda, to find the best place to use your gifts. Bill Svarda, 310-640-8505 | we sva rda @ soc al. r r. co m

EXPANDING WELCOME

Are you interested in becoming a Lector? LECTORS have the unique responsibility of proclaiming the Word of God for the assembly at our Sunday liturgies. They serve in this role as members of the community, joining with their family, friends, and all who are gathered to worship. Lectors don’t just read, they proclaim the Word of God. In the proclamation of the Word, Christ is present. If you are interested in serving in this ministry you are invited to join the upcoming Lector Training on July 16, 2016. Please contact Toni Sweet, Lector Coordinator, to register for the training at Le c torCoordi n ator@Am e ri c an Ma r t yr s. o rg

EMBRACING COMMUNITY

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WE ALL CAN HELP

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Monsignor Barry asks all of us to give to the campaign after prayerfully reflecting on God’s blessings:

MAKE A ONE-TIME GIFT by check, by Faith Direct electronically, or by donation of securities. MAKE A PLEDGE using the campaign pledge form provided in the pews and in the campaign brochure or available at the Parish Office. Pledge payments may be made over two years by check or automatically through Faith Direct.

PRAY FOR OUR PARISH if a financial contribution is not possible. And please pray for the success of our Campaign as we work to expand our welcoming spirit and embrace our mission to be the community of faith God calls us to be.

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P arish L ife N o C offee & D onuts T oday NEXT WEEK: Working Moms Ministry will serve Coffee and Donuts after the 7am, 8am, and 9:30am Masses.

A.M.C. Seniors (fka Single Seniors)

Please join us for the monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 12, at 1:00pm in St. Kateri. Ministry Contacts: Thelma, 310-621-1690 or Magda, 323-447-0565

N ational N eeds C ombined C ollection

Your generosity in NEXT WEEKEND'S collection: • Makes it possible for us to continue strengthening Catholic faith, values, and education through Catholic media. • Helps support some of the poorest dioceses in the country that depend on annual collections. • Enables us to insure the highest standards of quality Catholic education through The Catholic University of America’s exceptional programs of scholarship, research, and service. • Strengthens the Church at home, and helps to provide basic pastoral resources and services to needy ethnic communities in scattered and isolated areas through the Catholic Home Missions Appeal.

$crip $ense

Please be aware that Murad Spa is closing at the end of July - if you have Murad Gift cards, get there now and use your gift cards. Once the Spa closes, the cards are worthless. Before you make travel reservations, check out these vendors: Delta Airlines and Southwest Airlines, online at 4% Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, $100 cards @ 9% Make your reservations as usual and then use the gift cards at check out. The cards are also good at the hotel restaurants. For every dollar you spend these vendors give back to our schools and ministries - a great way to fundraise while you vacation! If you are renting a car through Avis or Budget, please consider using scrip gift cards - both these companies give 8% for every dollar spent. Just call the scrip desk and let us help make your summer travel a win-win for you and our parish ministries. The Scrip office is open all summer. Mon-Thurs: 9 am - 3 pm Friday: 9 am - 12 noon Sunday: 8:30am - 11:30am Special Orders or Other Info: Contact the Scrip office at 424-327-9608 | S cr ip@Americ anMa r t yrs.org

L egion

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M ary A uxiliary L uncheon

To thank our Auxiliary members, please join us on Sunday, July 10 from 1:00-4:00pm in the St. Kateri Room. Legion prayers and rosary followed by social time, closing with Benediction in the Church. Contact: Jenny Roderick, 310-379-6541

U pcoming W orkshops - C areer B ridge B uilders • Create Focus in Your Life - Andrea Connolly

Monday, July 11, 9:00–11:30am, Spirituality Center

Learn how to get back in touch with your personal self, strengths, values and passions. Set personal boundaries and create focus in your life and in your job search by honoring what's most important in your life.

Monday Morning Starters

9:00-10:30am, in the Parish House Job Seekers - join this weekly career networking group and rev up the energy on your search. Follow us by joining our group on LinkedIn. For More Information: Andrea Connolly, careerbridgebuilders@AmericanMar tyrs.org

Our Media Ministry is looking for a few great photographers to help us capture Parish and School moments.

If you can really shoot...our Bulletin, Website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram sites need your time and talent. Contact Bob Visty, rvisty@Ame ricanMartyr s .o rg Or, if you have a great photo to share for our archives, send it to us at [email protected] Find this bulletin online at AmericanMar t yrs.org

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Stewardship

time talent treasure

Commission Chair: Jim LaVerda Stew ar d ship @Am er ic anMar t y r s.o r g

Come be with us for a few hours as we share in the joy of Exceptional Kids with Special Needs and Gifts.

Ice & Cream Social

S t e wa rdsh ip ... moving us closer to God If you are fortunate enough to be of retirement age, you may remember Bishop Fulton Sheen. Bishop Sheen (later Archbishop) became known for his preaching, especially his work on television and radio. In the 1950s, and into the 1960s, he was dramatic, humorous and probably the most recognizable Catholic in the United States. If you don't remember him, try a search on YouTube. Bishop Sheen once said, “Show me your hands. Do they have scars from giving? Show me your feet. Are they wounded in service? Show me your heart. Have you left a place for divine love?” In many ways this parallels St. Paul when he writes in our Second Reading from his letter to the Galatians. Last Sunday the second reading was also from Galatians where St. Paul was telling his readers that some missionaries were advocating a combination of the old Jewish Law and the new Christianity. This week's passage is from the last Chapter of that book and seems like a final plea for peace: “From now on, let no one make troubles for me; for I bear the marks of Jesus on my body.” St. Paul is saying the same thing as Bishop Sheen; “Do our lives reflect the presence of the Lord? Are we living as good stewards, as disciples, such that we too bear the marks of Jesus?” We are not speaking of real scars, but the marks left when we respond to the Lord's call, and He does not call us lightly. Today's Gospel tells us that the Lord is reliant upon each of us, to serve as laborers in His vineyard. There are incredible needs in our world, locally and globally. I'm sure each of us realizes this, but we may be frustrated in viewing ourselves as too small to contribute or help the Lord. Note that today's Gospel tells us that all the 72 returned with joy and a great sense of satisfaction. They learned that when they responded to Jesus' call they could anticipate help from the Holy Spirit and blessings beyond their expectations. When we strive to give, serve, and have faith as Bishop Sheen indicated, then we, too, can rejoice as the Lord says to us, “Your names are written in heaven.” Please contact us, Stewardship@AmericanMar tyrs.org with questions or comments on this article or about Stewardship.

If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs, contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

Friday, July 15 6:30-9:00 pm , O'Donnell Hall $1.00 Donation at Door | Refreshments $.50 each All Exceptional Dancers 14 years and older welcome.

Volunteers are invited to help beginning at 5:30pm with decorating, food, securing a safe environment, or dancing. Or come to be with the kids; they know we are there for them. Questions: Lee Dolley, l dol l e y 1@ve ri zo n. net

Pastoral Care B eginning A gain

Our group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, July 5, from 7:00 - 9:00pm in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Letting Go." For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

Stephen M inistry

Deacon Dick & Patti Williams, 310-545-8244

"I’ve heard of the Stephen Ministers…what do they do?" Stephen Ministry demonstrates one of the purposes of our parish, to be a compassionate community and a refuge for the hurting. We reach out to those who are struggling with a personal crisis. We see the value in everyone’s life and we recognize the face of Jesus in all whom we meet. Stephen Ministers serve our community by helping carry one another’s burdens. This ministry is a call to action and has accountability to ensure that the care delivered matches the needs of the care receiver; so that by listening and caring for those who are hurting, we can become the vessel that offers compassion and God’s healing love when lives seem at their lowest point. If you are facing a crisis in your life, please call our confidential line, 310-545-8244.

C are N otes C an H elp You C ope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently. Healing Conflict With a Loved One Losing Someone You Love to Addiction Please deposit donations in the Poor Box.

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Commission Chair: Jim Kaltsas SJO@Americ a nMa r t yrs.org

M25 Outreach - St. L awrence of Brindisi

Please join Matthew 25 on Saturday, July 9 at St. Lawrence of Brindisi to feed the homeless and needy in the community. Volunteers meet at O'Donnell Hall at 8:00am to prepare sandwich meals and then carpool to distribute these meals at St. Lawrence. Donations of clothing and hygiene and toiletry products are desperately needed for this project (bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes.) Rockin' Readers SLB joins us to read to the small children present with their parents. Volunteers are welcome to bring/ donate books and also read to the children. To volunteer or to donate items contact: Jim Quilliam at j im q uilliam@ou tlook . com. The Social Justice and Outreach Commission announces: On Sunday, July 17, the Archdiocesan Office of Life, Justice and Peace will hold a Mass honoring all immigrants in the Los Angeles Archdiocese. In the words of Archbishop Gomez: “I hope you will join me again this year to celebrate the rich diversity of peoples from other nations and foreign lands who make up the family of God here in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. I am honored to celebrate this Mass again this year and I am inviting each parish and religious community to participate in a procession that will begin the Mass… As we know, our Holy Father Pope Francis came to our country last September and spoke movingly of his own experience as an immigrant’s son and a child of the Americas. He encouraged us to keep working until all our brothers and sisters can one day find what they came here looking for – simply a better life for their children and loved ones” If you are interested in attending this Mass and walking in the procession to represent American Martyrs, contact Tony Fadale at f ad ale anthony@gmail. com | 310-542-9696. The procession will begin at 3:00pm. Mass will start soon after the procession finishes.

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C ontact : [email protected] | PJ M urphy , 310-430-5676 Friends of St. Lawrence: weekly tutoring at St. Lawrence of Brindisi Contact : Linda Northup, linda @friendsofwatts. org LA Catholic Worker: 2nd Tuesday and 4th Thursday of every month, 7am - 1:00pm

Contact : Sam Dumond, d sdu [email protected] (Tuesdays) Paul Jacoby, p g j acoby2@verizon. net (Thursdays) Restorative Justice: counseling at Camp Miller in Malibu Contact : Tony Fadale, f ad alea nthony@gma il. com

L ife & F amily M inistry ( fka R espect L ife ) Happy Independence Day! "The care of human life and happiness, not destruction, is the first and only object of legitimate government." ~ Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States, Principal Author of the Declaration of Independence California Crosses an Unwelcomed Threshold with Legalization of Physician-Assisted Suicide – Part Two The California Catholic Conference of Bishops, comprised of Bishops from the two archdioceses and 10 dioceses of California, issued the following statement on the legalization of physician-assisted suicide on June 9, 2016: “We have spoken – and will continue to speak – vigorously against this misguided law. It does not, for example, require a psychological assessment of people requesting assisted suicide. There are also significant concerns from the disability rights community about the lack of safeguards in the law, an absence of reliable information about its use and the growth of suicide in other states where assisted suicide is legal. Pope Francis has challenged us many times to care for those on the margins. In an address last year to medical professionals he addressed our responsibility to care for people at the end of life: ‘Palliative care is an expression of the truly human attitude of taking care of one another, especially of those who suffer. It is a testimony that the human person is always precious, even if marked by illness and old age. Indeed, the person, under any circumstances, is an asset to him/herself and to others and is loved by God. This is why, when their life becomes very fragile and the end of their earthly existence approaches, we feel the responsibility to assist and accompany them in the best way.’ We echo this commitment of our faith and take to heart the words of St. John Paul II: ‘respect, protect, love and serve life, every human life! Only in this direction will you find justice, development, true freedom, peace and happiness!’ ” Please continue to go to w w w. c a c at ho li c . o rg and click on “Take Action” – Action Alerts to help stop any expansion of the End-of-Life Option legislation enacted in California on June 9, 2016. Please continue to pray for those at the end of life: O God, source of all life and hope, look kindly on our brothers and sisters facing the end of their lives, fill them with the hope of your mercy and give them peace and comfort. We pray for our citizens to choose life and fight against assisted suicide. Lord, move our hearts to work for life and for the protection of the elderly, the sick and the disabled. Renew our commitment to building a community where every human life is welcomed and wanted, valued and defended, from conception to natural death. We ask this through the intercession of St. John Paul II. Amen. For information about Life and Family Ministry, contact Steve Perry, 818-800-5653 | LifeandFamily@AmericanMar tyrs.org Find this bulletin online at AmericanMar t yrs.org

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Faith Formation C ontemplative P r ayer

Every Tuesday evening, 7:30 - 8:30pm St. Joseph’s Chapel in the Spirituality Center

 

“Personal prayer substantiates the beauty and value of our communal prayer, and we grow to understand more deeply the ways of God within and beyond our faith community..”

Community and Growth, Jean Vanier The Christian experience is not an isolated one. It is a relationship lived with others before God. In contemplative prayer, we listen with our hearts for the many ways in which God draws each one of us, within and beyond our faith community. Contemplative prayer and centering prayer are practiced in similar ways, in a quiet setting. We keep a very simple structure; prayer instruction is available. What do we do? 7:30 quiet arrival 7:35 brief reading 7:40 silent prayer 8:00 walking meditation (optional) 8:05 silent prayer 8:25 closing prayer: “Our Father” Newcomers are always welcome. Join us once, often or always, for the Love of it! For information, call Donna Ennis 310-941-1349

Do you need to be uplifted spiritually? Would you like to be more closely linked to your faith? In the parking lot outside of the entrance to O'Donnell Hall is a Mini Upper Room "Book Box."

"Take Read Return"

F aith E nrichment & P rayer G roups I n f o r m at i o n M e e t i n g f o r M e n I n t e r e s t e d i n t h e P e r m a n e n t D i a c o n at e S u n day J u ly 24 , 2: 0 0 - 4: 0 0 p m The Diaconate Formation Office will be hosting an information meeting for all men who are interested in finding out more about becoming a permanent deacon in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Members of the Archdiocesan Diaconate Formation Office will be present: to explain the role of the deacon in the Church, to explain the Diaconate Formation Program, to answer any questions that participants might have. Men must be between the ages of 30 and 60 years to enter the formation program. It is important for men who are married to attend with their wives. The next information meeting will be Sunday, July 24, 2:00-4:00 pm St. Raphael Church 5444 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara, CA 93111 For further information, contact: Mrs. Claudia Ortiz, Diaconate Formation Office, 213-637-7383 or C AO r t i z @ la -arc h dio ce s e.o r g

If yo u wa nt to be f i r st m a ke yo u r se lf se r va nt of a l l.



(Mt . 20:27)

BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context (On Summer Break) Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pm Contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group (On Summer Break) Contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe (On Summer Break) Wednesday, 10:00-11:30am CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pm, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) Contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349 MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING (On Summer Break) Contact: Joanne Dispoto, [email protected] | 310-344-5833 MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pm in the Spirituality Center Evening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet

Contact: Cheryl Schlicht, Cher y l.S [email protected] m | 310-456-7236

PEACE MEDITATION (On Summer Break) 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pm Contact: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056 SILENT MEDITATION Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) Contact: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056 SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651 SPIRITUAL LIBRARY (The Upper Room) Open Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm, in the Spirituality Center, 2nd floor Contact: Anna, 310-374-0863 or Millie, 310-938-3125

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Faith Formation Fa milies

American Martyrs Youth Ministry Registration for 2016-17 Confirmation is Open Registration for Year 1 Confirmation and Re-registration for Year 2 Confirmation is online - see the links from the Confirmation page on our website.

Summer Teen Conference City of Saints Conference, Friday-Sunday, August 5 - 7 University of California, Los Angeles This is a conference that over 1200 high school teens from all of the Los Angeles area will attend and is hosted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. This is a fun and powerful experience for all teens who choose to attend. Space is VERY limited. First come, first serve. We will carpool to and from the retreat. We are excited for all who want to join us! To register your teen for this retreat, find the link on our website under Youth Ministry or Confirmation Summer Teen Tuesdays begin in August! 8/9 – Game Night/Ice Cream Social @ 5:30pm Ice cream, group competitions, board games, and other sports activities. 8/16 – Sky Zone- details to follow for all who show interest 8/23 – Dodger Game (vs. Giants) - details to follow for all who show interest 8/30 – Bonfire @ 5:30pm at Dockweiler State Beach Find us on Facebook at American-Martyrs YM Contacts: Monica Leon, mleon@Americ a nMa r t yrs.org or Rachel Brown, rbrown@Americ anMa r t yrs.o rg

 y org Summer Fun ForFun Everyone American Martyrs Summer ForatEveryone CAMP IS OPEN TO EVERYONE!

The fun starts June 13th - August 19th Ages 5-12 Everyone is invited to join in the FUN at the summer long sports camps held every week at American Martyrs. The only skill required is how to have fun! We will be having fun with games that every kid loves to play all day long, Whiffle ball, Kickball, Capture the Flag, water games and lots of creative games to keep your child having fun all day long. Extended care and lunch available.

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Register online at: americanmartyrs.org More info: 424-327-9578 or [email protected]

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Fun Directors: Andrew Zahn and Scott McGarry Fun Week 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - $240 Drop-In/Hourly rate $10 an hour

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Registration Time for SRE As we plan for the 2016-2017 year, we hope your family will be joining us in learning about our faith through our afterschool programs for Grades 1-8. First Communion preparation begins with First Grade, but it is never too late to come closer to Jesus in our SRE classes! Go to our website for the links to online registration. Returning students may be re-enrolled through the parent portal link on the website. Consider being a volunteer catechist in our SRE ministry. Catechists are the flowers of our parish, blooming with love and spreading seeds in the wonderful work they do with our young people. For more information, contact Patti Williams. Director of Religious Education: Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 pw i l l i am s @Am e ri c an M ar t y rs.org

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Links to Sunday Preschool Registration are on the A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s. o rg website. Don’t wait! Interested in working with our parish preschoolers? Join us on Sunday mornings! Come rediscover the beauty of God’s creation through the eyes of a child and make new friends along the way. Thinking about it? Questions? Please contact us! Kristen Holleran, S un day Pre s c h o o l @A m e r i c an M a r t yrs. o rg Faith-based books for kids are for reading both inside the Cry Room and in the Church. Please return the books to the cart at the end of Mass. Book donations are being accepted; drop them off at the Parish Office; books with themes other than faith will be donated to St. Lawrence of Brindisi. Contact: Mary Hornickel, 310-466-3820

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN

Parents should avoid lecturing and start talking Lecturing teenagers may feel like the right path to take, especially if they are starting to develop bad habits or make poor choices, but lecturing is usually the least effective way to get your message across. Children tend to see lectures as condescending and abstract, and this detracts from the wisdom and advice you are trying to provide. Instead of lecturing, try to engage your child in calm, open conversation that addresses the issue while allowing you both to talk about what’s going on. For more tips and a copy of the VIRTUS® article “Communication Tip No. 11: Why Lecturing Doesn’t Work,” email [email protected] or call 213-637-7227. For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650. Find this bulletin online at AmericanMar t yrs.org

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C ontact I nformation & R esources Priests and Deacons Msgr John Barry

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Fr. Joe Kammerer

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Fr. Rick Prindle

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Deacon Chris Amantea

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Deacon Derek Brown

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Deacon Fred Rose

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Deacon Dick Williams

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Administrative Staff Business Manager Bob Hodges Community Services & Facilities Bob Visty Finance Director Pattie Johnson Liturgy & Worship Monica Hughes Music Director Bill Svarda Parish Communications Anne Riordan Parish Stewardship Jenny Attanasio Pastoral Center Administrator Dottie Arias Plant Manager Tony Hatfield Technology Scott Dixon

A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-528-9024 CASA DE LOS ANGELITOS Maternity Home, 310-325-8208 24 HOUR Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELP ARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE 800-355-2545 VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY, Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650

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Lay Leadership Pastoral Council President Mark Kemple Finance Council Chair Chuck Dapoz

Religious Education Director, Religious Education Patti Williams Director, Youth Ministry Monica Leon Director, Sunday Preschool Kristen Holleran

American Martyrs School Principal, Camryn Friel, Ed.D.

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American Martyrs Preschool 310-802-8149 Director, Mara Zepeda

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WHERE IS THE PARISH OFFICE? • Our Welcome Center offices and staff and the Scrip Office have relocated to the trailer on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House. • Deacon Fred’s office is in the Parish House.

O'DONNELL HALL IS OPEN • However, the entrance is through the south east doors located behind the kitchen.

THERE ARE CHANGES TO THE PARKING LOT • 15th Street is now ENTRY ONLY to the parking lot. • Laurel Avenue stays as entry/exit • You may also use the exit ramp behind O'Donnell We know this construction comes with temporary disruptions and inconveniences; our goal is improving our facilities for the long term. Thank you for your extra patience and understanding.

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Gym, Field & Athletics

Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 | lselsky@Americ anMa r t y rs.org

G ym & Field R eservations: Contact Pat Breen, Gym Committee Chair, Gym@Amer ic anM ar t yr s.o rg Men's Basketball League

Anyone interested in joining the Monday and Wednesday night Men’s Basketball League at American Martyrs Gym, please sign up at w w w.amsmensleague.com

Seniors Exercise - Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00-11:00am Women's Volleyball - Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00-10:00am

All players welcome, from beginners to advanced. Tuesdays are instructional and Thursdays are free play. Rocky Wade, [email protected]

Men’s and Women’s Coed Volleyball - Tuesday, 8:00-10:00pm Intermediate skill levels and recreational play. John Wargnier, 310-796-1058 | [email protected] Gym Contact:

Lou Ann Selsky, 424-327-9578 | lselsky@Americ anMa r t y rs.org

B eyond O ur Parish OFFICE OF FAMILY LIFE: SEPARATED, DIVORCED & WIDOWED MINISTRY "47 Tips and Techniques for Healing After Loss" Saturday, July 30, 9:30am – 4:00pm Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels The day includes a Tour of the Cathedral, Mass, Lunch & Workshop. Mass will be celebrated by Msgr. Jim Gehl. The workshop, presented by Lorraine Watkins MFT, will explore self, social & spiritual aspects of the journey that no one willingly embarks upon, but that often leads us to know and love ourselves and our God in deeper ways than we’ve imagined. Cost is $25; RSVP by Monday, July 25. On-line registration at: http://a rc h la .org/h e ali n g or contact Julie Auzenne, 213-637-7249 | j m on e ll@ la- arc h di oce se.org.

A Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience • Now Open

A Journey Through Faith and Art At the Reagan Library • March 6 - August 28, 2016

Experience Over 200 Paintings and Artifacts from the Vatican Spanning 2,000 Years of Art and History. EXCLUSIVE PARISH ADVANTAGE PROGRAM

OFFER: $5 OFF EVERY TICKET! Enter discount code: PARISH at ReaganLibrary.com/VaticanSplendors or mention PARISH at admission desk. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley • 800.410.8354

PREGNANCY HELP CENTER 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF LIFE The Pregnancy Help Center will be hosting a 40th Anniversary celebration in August for any and all individuals that have worked or volunteered at the Center. We are gathering current contact information (name, address, phone & email) for invitations. Please email your information to c mar t i n @ p hc to r r ance.o r g or call 310-320-8976 with this information (please don’t assume we already have it). We look forward to celebrating with all of you! WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER - August 5-7 Pope Francis calls us to find the Joy of Love in our family life every day. A marriage Encounter Weekend can help! This Summer give your marriage the love and attention it deserves! Presentation made by married couples and a priest teach valuable communication tools creating more intimacy and romance. Weekends take place in a local hotel and all sharing is private with your spouse. Sign-ups encouraged by July 5 to reserve a spot. Info and Registration: w w w. i l ovemy s p o u s e. n et | 424-777-WWME. WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS IN THE LAND OF THE BIBLE September 17-28, 2016, with Bishop Joseph Sartoris Bishop Joseph Sartoris, Retired San Pedro Regional Bishop, is leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, following Jesus from his birth in Bethlehem through His ministry in Galilee to His death and resurrection in Jerusalem. Mass is celebrated daily at one of the sacred sites. After visiting the Holy Land, the Bible comes alive as never before. For information or questions, call Catholic Travel, 818-848-9449 or Bishop Joe, 310-514-9314. Find this bulletin online at AmericanMar t yrs.org

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"To be Catholic and American should mean not having to choose one over the other."

Our First, Most Cherished Liberty The Art

of S piritual D irection Spiritual direction is an ancient ministry, a unique one-toone relationship in which a trained person assists another in the search for an ever closer union of love with God. Directors listen carefully to the unfolding of directees' lives to help them discern the ways in which God is leading them. The practice of spiritual direction consists much more of "holy listening" rather than direction in the sense of offering guidance or direct advice. American Martyrs maintains a list of Certified Spiritual Directors who have received training, formation, and are members of Spiritual Directors International. They are committed to spiritual growth, both personally and with those they accompany on their journey. For more info, contact Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651.

Be Still and Know that I Am God.

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