Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 3, 2016

Decimocuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 3 de julio de 2016

May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. — Galatians 6:14

No permita Dios que yo me gloríe en algo que no sea la cruz de nuestro Señor Jesucristo. — Gálatas 6:14

MAILING ADDRESS & PHONE NUMBERS Sunday (English) 5:00 p.m.—Saturday Vigil 7:00 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 1:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

Filipino Mass 1:00 p.m. on every Third Sunday of the Month

Daily Mass (English) Monday - Friday: 8:15 a.m. Saturday: 8:15 a.m.

CONFESSIONS/CONFESIONES Saturday/Sábado: 4:00 p.m.

DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena and Benediction Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Daily Rosary After 8:15 a.m. Mass Morning Prayer Daily at 7:45 a.m.

22021 Gault Street • Canoga Park, CA 91303 Phone: 818.592.2880 FAX: 818.592.0299

Parish Staff Pastor Reverend Arturo Velasco Associate Pastor Father Raul Gatbonton Visiting Priest Father Miguel Angel Cortez Vasquez Religious Education Sr. Estela Del Bando

Divine Mercy Holy Hour Monday at 7 p.m.

OLV SCHOOL Domingo (en español) 8:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m.

Misa Diaria Lunes - Viernes: 6:00 p.m.

Principal Dr. Lisa Solis Phone: 818.592.2894 22041 Gault Street • Canoga Park, CA 91303

Visit our website at www.ourladyofthevalley.org

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Community Activities…

MISSION STATEMENT OF OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY PARISH

To the glory of God and under the patronage of Our Lady of the Valley, our parish community, celebrating in rich cultural and ethnic diversity, strives to be one body, one spirit in Christ. As the Parish of Our Lady of the Valley, we commit ourselves to the full and conscious worship of God in liturgical prayer, particularly in the Sunday Eucharist; we proclaim Christ and His Gospel through evangelization and education; and we experience the Risen Lord through a vibrant community life that is faithful to our Catholic Tradition. We are the Body of Christ. WEEKLY COLLECTION REPORT June 26, 2016 FIRST COLLECTION $8,290.00 PETER’S PENCE FUND

$3,214.00 Thank you and God Bless You!

A GREAT AND BEAUTIFUL WEDDING CEREMONY AT AN INEXPENSIVE PRICE

OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2015-2016 Schedule of English Classes Elementary School First Year: Saturday Wednesday

8:30 am to 10:00 am 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Second Year: Saturday Wednesday

10:30 am to 2:00 pm 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Jr. High First Year: Wednesday

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Second Year: Wednesday

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

CLASES EN ESPANOL Elemental Primer Ano: Sábado

8:30 am a 10:00 am

Segundo Ano: Sábado

10:30 am a 12:00 pm

Jr. High Primer Ano: Miércoles

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Segundo Ano: Miércoles

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

We are now accepting applicants for fiesta king and queen. They must be between the ages of 13 and 17 and be of good moral character. Please inquire or apply at the Pastoral Center.

Wednesday Morning, September 14, 2016 Please save the date for our first ever Angels Way Maternity Home Gala Breakfast. It will be a lovely and informative event to be enjoyed while supporting the women and babies who come through this very special place. Seating is limited. Please call or visit our website to reserve a seat or host a table, (818) 346-2229 / ww.angelswayhome.com

On August 6th of this year at 1:30 pm, we plan to celebrate once again a wedding ceremony in which several couples will get married. The ceremony will be in Spanish. If you wish to participate in this celebration, please contact the Pastoral Center. OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY SENIORS will have their regular meeting next Wednesday, July 6th at 11:00 am in the parish hall. Lunch menu: All American Hot Dogs and all the trimmings. LUNCH IS FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS! Come join us. This fr ee lunch is just one of the benefits of membership. We go on trips, and it’s a great way to meet other seniors in our parish. We just went to the Reagan Library to see the Vatican Splendors and spent a fun day viewing all the beauty of the surrounding area along with seeing “Airforce One” (the President’s plane during the Reagan years), the “Oval Office” and many personal items from his presidency. Everyone over 50 is welcome, so please come! ST. VINCENT DE PAUL If you have been wondering about and are interested in becoming a member of St. Vincent de Paul please join us. We meet every Tuesday at 7:30 pm in room 15. If you have any question or in need of help leave a message with the office @ 818 592-2880 we will get back to you. Blessings, Society of St. Vincent de Paul A MESSAGE FROM FR. THOMAS ASIA: As I prepare to begin my new assignment, I would like to take a moment to thank the parishioners of Our Lady of the Valley for their generosity, prayers and support during my time at this wonderful church. I ask that you keep me in your prayers as I assume my duties as Associate Pastor of St. Martha’s Church in La Puente. Blessings, Fr. Thomas Asia Contact: St. Martha’s Catholic Church 444 North Azuza Avenue La Puente CA 91744

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Mass Intentions Intenciones de la Misa Monday, July 4 2016 8:15- Albert García (†) B-day 6:00-

No Misa

Tuesday, July 5, 2016 8:15- Specisl Intentions to Mother of Perpetual Help 6:00-

Marco Aurelio Rodríguez (†) Sergio Montañez (†)

Wednesday, July 6, 2016 8:156:00-

Thursday, July 7, 2016 8:15 – Vinoy Joseph B-day Fermina LeViste (†) Jonathan M. Tampico (†) Lucia Martínez (†) 6:00 Friday, July 8, 2016 8:15- Filomena Márquez (†) Thanksgiving Mass – Tony & Agnes Caseres & Family 6:00Saturday, July 9, 2016 8:15- Thanksgiving Mass for Tony & Agnes Caseres & Family

OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CHURCH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE 22021 GAULT ST., CANOGA PARK TEL.# 818-592-2880 X 235; 246 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION DATES FOR 2016 – 2017 JULY 6 to AUGUST 26, 2016 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 11:00 a.m.. – 7:00 p.m. (Office closed from 1:00 p.m.- 2:15 p.m.) In the Religious Education Office, Rm. # 5 Please bring the Baptism Certificate of your child and School report card. Registration Fee - $80.00/ year SATURDAY & SUNDAY CLOSED

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I N O UR P ARISH L EGION O F M ARY A great apostolate of prayer and service. We invite you to join us every Friday evening from 5:45 to 7:30 P.M. in the Parish Center. We start with the Rosary followed by our regular weekly meeting. Our main ministry in the parish is the visitation of the sick at four convalescent hospitals and at private homes. For more information, contact Cindy Pelkey at 818-292-9574

T HE A POSTOLATE OF D IVINE M ERCY C ANOGA P ARK C HAPTER Divine Mercy Holy Hour every Monday 7:00 pm. These prayers are offered to almighty God for the salvation of mankind through the power of Jesus, the Divine Mercy. Contacts: Raffy Mendoza: 818-326-8815 Edna Veluz: 818-426-4954 Odet Gonzales: 818-497-0180

Filipino Cursillos in Cristianity OLV Ultreya1st Wednesday of the month in the Parish Hall at 7:00 p.m.

Filipino Ministry Nestor Casino: Coordinator818-314-1342

Are You Being Called To Become A Deacon?

Dong Farriol: Coordinator 818-448-6007

Diaconate Formation Office: Information Meeting for Men Interested in the Permanent Diaconate Sunday July 24, 2016

Connie Tiu: Treasurer 818-346-9822

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, and 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 held on Sunday, July 24, 2016 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at St. Raphael Church, 5444 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara, CA 93111For further information, please contact Mrs. Claudia Ortiz in the Diaconate Formation Office at (213) 637-7383 or at: mailto: [email protected]

If you want to be first make yourself servant of all. (Mt. 20:27)

Mary Ann Imelda Larcia: Secretary 818-585-3694

EL Grupo Guadalupano Te invita cada día 12 del mes a rezar el rosario a las 5:30 de la tarde seguido por la Santa Misa a las 6:00 de la tarde. Todos están invitados.

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Celebrant Mass Schedule July 3, 2016

SATURDAY 5:00 p.m. Fr. Raul SUNDAY 7:00 a.m.

Fr. Raul

8:15 a.m.

Fr. Art

9:45 a.m.

Fr. Art

11:30 a.m.

Fr. Miguel

1:00 p.m.

Fr. Raul

2:30 p.m.

Fr. Miguel

6:00 p.m.

Fr. Art

OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CHOIR OPPORTUNITIES ENGLISH ADULT CHOIR 9:45 a.m. Katy Mayne: Director ENGLISH YOUTH CHOIR 6:00 P.M. SPECIAL OCCASION CHILDREN’S CHOIR FILIPINO CHOIR 3rd Sunday @ 1:00 SPANISH ADULT CHOIR 8:15 a.m. Roberto Madero: Director SPANISH CHILDREN’S CHOIR 11:30 a.m. SPANISH ADULT CHOIR 2:30 P.M. Gerardo Cuautle: Director

FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PEACE The greeting of peace at Mass adds substance to a message of today’s readings: peace is relational. When we greet in peace the person near us at Mass, we share the touch of a handshake or embrace, sincere eye contact, and friendly words. The scriptures speak of a similar peace. The first reading from Isaiah describes the peace of the holy city, Jerusalem, a place of prosperity and comfort where the “LORD’s power shall be known to his servants” (Isaiah 66:14c). The Christian understanding of peace changes slightly. Paul writes of the “peace and mercy” on all who are created anew. Jesus describes a feeling of peace that will rest on those who accept his disciples and their message. Peace is both an absence of strife and a personal blessing. May we always and sincerely bring peace to our own lives as we share it with others.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Some say tomato—and some say tomahto—you know the old song. What do you say when you arrive at church and see a font prepared, a baby in the wings, the paschal candle burning? Well, maybe you will say that “we’re having a baptism today,” or maybe you say “we are having a christening.” The proper term is baptism, since that is the name of the sacrament. But the persistent use of “christening” in our culture, probably from due to the influence of the Episcopal Church, is interesting. Baptism, an ancient word, is from the Greek meaning to dip or to dunk. Christening is an Old English word that describes perfectly well that more than getting splashed with water, the person being baptized is being “Christ-ed.” No matter what you call it, there’s always water involved, and then an anointing with chrism—fragrant olive oil consecrated as a sign of Christ’s presence—poured upon the brow as we say, “As Christ was anointed Priest, Prophet, and King, so may you live always as a member of his body, sharing everlasting life.” So, in being Christ-ed, you are conformed to his image, your life is expected to be a retelling of his life in miniature and you—even though you may be squirming or sleeping—are commissioned to be a priest, a prophet, a king. This means that you are called to be one who worships, you are called to speak the truth, you are called to shape the world and exercise right judgment. That is the deepest treasure of our tradition, and every time you gather to celebrate a baptism, you renew your vows precisely so that you can be more “Christ-ed.” No matter what vocabulary you assign to the liturgy, the key is transformation of the human person in the community of the Body of Christ. HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! As a reminder, the Pastoral Center will be closed on Monday, July 4th , in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday! The office will re-open on Tuesday morning at 9:00 am.

DID YOU KNOW? 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.

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AVISOS DE LA COMUNIDAD... MATRIMONIOS BUENOS, BONITOS Y BARRATOS

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E N N UESTRA P ARROQUIA

Pláticas para quinceañeras Las pláticas de preparación para 15 años son el primer viernes de cada mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el salón parroquial.

El 6 de Agosto este ano a la 1:30 a la tarde, vamos a celebrar una vez mas los matrimonios en grupo. Como lo hemos hecho en anos pasados esta ceremonia será en español. Si ustedes desean tomar parte en esta gran oportunidad, por favor se comuniquen con Centro Pastoral.

La fiesta parroquial se acerca e invitamos jóvenes para rey y reina de la fiesta. Deseamos Buenos jóvenes de edades 13 a 17. Para mas información y para aplicar, consulten la Oficina Parroquial. SAN VICENTE DE PAUL te invita a sus conferencias todos los martes a las 7:30pm en el salon 15 si deseas mas informacion favor de dejar mensaje el la oficina parroquial o IIamar al 818 592-2880 gracias Atte.Sociedad de San Vicente de Paul.

El Grupo de Jóvenes “El Rebańo de Jesús” Te invita a ti Joven a que vengas a explorar al Joven de hoy. Cuando: Todo los Viernes Donde: Solón 7 Hora: 7p.m.—9 p.m. Habrá: Juegos, Dinámicas, Temas y mucho mas. Para mas información llamar, Santos Samayoa 818-912-3810 Susana Samayoa 818-518-0212

PROGRAMA DE EDUCACION RELIGIOSA FECHAS PARA REGISTRACIONES 2016-2017 6 de JULIO á 26 de AGOSTO, 2016 DE LUNES Á VIERNES 11:00 a.m. Á 7:00 p.m. (1:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.- cerrado)

Ultreya Todos están cordialmente invitados a participar cada cuarto domingo en el salón parroquial a las 6:30.

En la Oficina de Educacion Religiosa, Salon # 5 Por favor traiga el certificado de Bautismo de su niño/a y su tarjeta de informe final de la escuela. Costo de Inscripciones es $80.00 un año. SABADO y DOMINGO CERRADO

Has sido llamado para ser un Diácono?

El grupo de Adoración al Santísimo te invita el primer viernes de cada mes de 9:00 p.m. a 12:00 a.m. a un encuentro con Jesús. Si deseas participar favor de contactar a Elsa Diaz 818-2392809 o Gladys 818-912-4300.

Oficina de Formación Diaconal: Reunión informativa para los hombres que estén interesados en el diaconado permanente, Domingo 24 de julio de 2016 La Oficina de Formación Diaconal tendrá un evento de información para todos los hombres que estén interesados en saber más acerca de cómo convertirse en un diácono permanente en La Arquidiócesis de los Ángeles. Los miembros de la Oficina del Diaconado estarán presentes para explicarles el papel del diácono en la Iglesia, y el programa de formación, así como para responder todas las preguntas que los participantes puedan tener. Para entrar el programa el hombre deberá tener entre 30 y 60 años de edad. Es muy importante para aquellos varones que estén casados que vengan acompañados de su esposa. La próxima junta de información se llevará a cabo el domingo 24 de julio de 2016 de 2:00 p.m. a 4:00 p.m., St. Raphael , 5444 Hollister Ave. Santa Barbara, CA 93111. Para más información puede contactar a Claudia Ortiz en la Oficina de Formación Diaconal al (213) 637-7383 o por medio del correo electró[email protected]

Información del Boletín Los anuncios para el boletín deberán ser por escrito (Incluyendo fax o correo electrónicos) a el Centro Parroquial a mas tardar en Domingo antes de las 12:00 p.m. Par a mas infor mación llame al centro Pastoral . (818) 592-2880.

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DECIMOCUARTO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO LA PAZ El saludo de la paz en la Misa fundamenta un mensaje de las lecturas de hoy: la paz es relacional. Cuando le damos la paz a la persona que está cerca de nosotros en la Misa, compartimos el roce de un apretón de manos o un abrazo, el contacto visual sincero y palabras amistosas. Las Escrituras hablan de una paz similar. La primera lectura de Isaías describe la paz como la ciudad sagrada, Jerusalén, un lugar de prosperidad y de consuelo donde “Los siervos del Señor conocerán su poder”. El entendimiento cristiano de la paz cambia ligeramente. San Pablo escribe sobre “la paz y la misericordia” para todos los que son nuevas criaturas. Jesús describe un sentimiento de paz que se posará sobre los que aceptan a sus discípulos y a su mensaje. La paz es tanto la ausencia de conflictos como una bendición personal. Que siempre y sinceramente traigamos paz a nuestras propias vidas mientras la compartimos con los demás.

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Regocíjense y alégrense porque extenderé la prosperidad sobre Jerusalén como un río (Isaías 66:10-14c). Salmos — Las obras del Señor son admirables (Salmo 66 [65]). Segunda lectura — Que nunca me gloríe excepto en la cruz de nuestro Señor Jesucristo (Gálatas 6:14-18). Evangelio — Jesús envía sus discípulos de dos en dos a llevar su paz a la gente (Lucas 10:1-12, 17-20) [1-9].

TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE En muchos santuarios de latinoamerica y Europa se pueden encontrar diversas ofrendas que han dejado los fieles a través de los siglos. Entre estas ofrendas es de particular relieve el exvoto. Exvoto (una frase en latín que se traduce “del voto”) es el regalo que se le presenta al santo o a la santa en reconocimiento del favor recibido. Esto también se llama “manda”. Los exvotos o mandas toman varias formas desde pequeñas medallas en forma de la parte del cuerpo que fue sanado hasta pinturas del milagro concedido. El exvoto más antiguo en América es de una pintura mandada a hacer por Hernán Cortés en honor de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe de Extremadura (España). Esta imagen reconocía el hecho de ser salvado del piquete de un alacrán mientras estaba en México. Lamentablemente esta pintura se extravió en el siglo XIX. En realidad el santo o la santa no necesita el exvoto pero los creyentes sí. Estas mandas nos recuerdan el poder de la intercesión divina en la vida humana. También nos invitan al agradecimiento de los favores que Dios nos hace.

LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Decimocuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: Día de la Independencia Martes: San Antonio María Zacarías; Santa Isabel de Portugal Miércoles: Santa María Goretti Sábado: San Agustín Zhao Rong y compañeros; Santa María Virgen

VIRTUD Para medir la virtud de un hombre no hay que mirar sus hazañas, sino su vida cotidiana. —Blas Pascal

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P ARISH I NFORMATION - I NFORMACIÒN P ARROQUIAL PARISH CENTER & MINISTRY OFFICE HOURS Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Closed for Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sundays: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

HORARIO DEL CENTRO PARROQUIAL Lunes a Viernes 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Cerrado: 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Sábado: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Domingo: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Baptism Requirements: Par ents must fill out the Registration Form in the Parish Center at least three weeks before the proposed date of baptism. Please call the Parish Center for further information.

Requisitos para Bautizo: Pavor de pasar al Centr o Parroquial para obtener un calendario de fechas y requisitos completos. La inscripción para los bautizos debe ser por lo menos tres (3) semanas antes de la fecha deseada.

Weddings: Engaged couples must contact one of the priests at least SIX months before the proposed date of wedding.

Matrimonios: La par eja de pr ometidos deber án contactar a uno de los sacerdotes por lo menos seis (6) meses antes de la fecha deseada.

Quince Años: Registration for the Mass of Thanksgiving for Quinceañera must be no more than SIX months before the proposed date.

Quinceañeras: Para reservar Misa de Acción de Gracias para Quinceañera favor de llamar a la oficina del Centro Parroquial seis (6) meses antes de la fecha que deseada .

Interested in Becoming Catholic?

¿Interesado en ser católico? El Rito de la Iniciación Cristiana de los Adultos (RICS) es el proceso con el cual los adultos hacen miembros de la fe católica. Dan la bienvenida los adultos de cada año en la comunidad católica con RCIA. Es el aprender y un proceso cariñoso en los cuales la conversión del corazón le trae a Jesús Cristo que sea nuestro señor y salvador. Si usted o alguien que usted sabe está interesado en hacer se un católico, de llamar por favor a Hermana Estela en 818.592.2880, extensión. 234.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which adults become members of the Catholic Faith. Every year adults are welcomed into the Catholic Community through RCIA. It is a learning and loving process in which conversion of the heart brings you to Jesus Christ, who is our Lord and Savior. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Catholic, please call Sister Estela at 818.592.2880, ext. 234.

PASTORAL STAFF Pastor: Reverend Arturo Velasco ■ Associate Pastor: Fr. Raul Gatbonton ■ Director Religious Education: Sister Estela del Bando, M.S. CHS ■ Parish School Principal: Dr. Lisa Solis ■ Director of Music Ministry: Katy Mayne ■ Coordinator of Youth Confirmation Program: Mrs. Mary Cortez ■ Assistant Director of Religious Education (Spanish): Ms. Alicia Figueroa ■ Religious Education Office Assistant: Margarita Pinedo ■ Liturgy Assistant/Sacristan: Aileen Cecilio ■ Bulletin Editor: Dee Zamora PARISH CENTER STAFF ■ Parish Secretary: Thelma Chaparro ■ Receptionists: Elizabeth Lemus, Vanessa Rivera ■ Adriana Huizar ■ Webmaster: Chris Knabenshue ■ PARISH ORGANIZATIONS ■ Bible Study ■ Senior Parishioners Club ■ Sirkulo Filipino ■ Cursillo in Christianity Ultreya (Filipino) ■ Ultreya en Cristinidad ■ Grupo de Danzantes ■ Grupo de Jóvenes ■ Legion of Mary ■ Socidad Guadalupanas ■ Grupo San Judas Tadeo ■ Bereavement Ministry■ Our Lady of the Valley Fiesta Committee

PRAYER GROUPS - GRUPOS DE ORACION ■ Grupo de Oración (Viernes) Cada viernes en el Salón Parroquial, 7:00 p.m. ■ Cursillo en Cristiandad Ultreya (en español) Cada 4th cuarto domingo del mes en el Salón Parroquial a las 6:30 p.m. ■ Bible Study for Adults Every Thursday, Room 12, 7:00 p.m. ■ Sociedad Las Guadalupanas Misa el 12 de cada mes ■

Is God calling you to a priestly or religious vocation? Call the Archdiocesan Vocations Office at 213.637.7248 or go online at vocations.la-archdiocese.org.

Our Lady of the Valley Church Bulletin # 913138 Dee 818-667-8342 Sunday Nov. 2 2008 Special Instructions: