St. Louise de Marillac Church

Serving God’s people in Covina, Glendora, San Dimas and surrounding communities.

“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” MATTHEW 4:17

St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic community called together as family to worship, to minister, and to evangelize. As true disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to renew His love and spirit by sharing our time, talent and treasure. �

St. Louise de Marillac Mission Statement

Fr. Robert P. Fulton Pastor

Fr. Joseph McShane

Associate Pastor

Peter Brause Deacon

Alan Holderness

Deacon

Omar Uriarte Deacon

Al Valles Deacon

Mass Schedule

Monday –Friday

6:20 am & 8:00 am

Saturday

8:00 am & 5:30 pm Vigil

Sunday

6:30 am, 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am,

12:30 pm, & 5:00 pm

Parish Office 626.915.7873

Visit us: 1720 E. Covina Blvd.

Covina, CA 91724

www.stlouisedm.org

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 22, 2017

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SOCIAL CLUB OF ST. LOUISE

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DINE OUT

ACCW The Central San Gabriel District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW) invites all women of the parish to a day of prayer and fellowship with other Catholic women of the area. The next gathering will be tomorrow, Monday, January 23, 2017 at Sacred Heart Church, 344 W. Workman Street, Covina, 91723. The day begins at 9:30am with registra on and includes a speaker Rev. Joseph McShane, Associate Pastor of St. Louise de Marillac, speaking on “Our Lady and Our Spiritual Life,” Mass, lunch and concludes at 1:30pm.For informa on call (626) 967-1247.

LIVING STATIONS Rehearsal for the Living Sta ons of the Cross will begin on Tuesday, January 24th at 6:00pm in the Church. Living Sta ons of the Cross is a passion play that is narrated along with music and ac ng. Above all it is a prayer. We welcome our past par cipants and we invite Parishioners from middle school to college to please come and join us. For more informa on please contact Mary Nagy at (626) 222-7116 or Joe Diaz at (626) 393-5673.

The Social Club of St. Louise is meets today on Sunday, January 22nd from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Mul Purpose Room. The Social Club meets on the fourth Sunday of each month. The purpose of the club is “social’ and to make new friends, enjoy each others company by interac ng with one another as well as be ering the lives of others through ac vi es. The Social Club also gets involved with other ministries both in the parish and in the community. Each mee ng consists of a pot luck lunch, a quick mee ng, trip planning and concludes with five games of Bingo. Please join all are welcome!

Interna onal Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity

THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS

The theme for this year’s Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity is “Reconcilia on– The Love of Christ Compels Us.” (2 Corinthians 5:14-20) during the week of January 18th through January 25th. “The Week of Prayer for Chris an Unity has a history that spans over one hundred years, in which Chris ans around the world have taken part in an octave of prayer for visible Chris an unity. By annually observing the WPCU, Chris ans move toward the fulfillment of Jesus’ prayer at the Last Supper ‘that they all may be one.’” (John 17:21).—www.usccb.org Eternal Father, we praise you for sending your Son to be one of us and to save us. Look upon your people with mercy, for we are divided in so many ways, and give us the Spirit of Jesus to make us one in love. We ask this gi , loving Father, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Knights of Columbus Dine Out is this Monday, January 23rd and Tuesday, January 24th at Pizza ‘N Stuff located at 1532 Foothill Boulevard in La Verne, (909) 593-3676 from 11:00am to 9:00pm. Pizza ‘N Stuff Italian Restaurant will donate 20% on all sit down and take out orders. This is our first “Dine Out” for the New Year, lets make it a successful one. Flyers are available in the ves bule and in the Parish Office, please bring the flyer and present at the me of purchase. The dona on will apply to all food and beverages.

Have you misplaced something a er a ending Mass or an event at St. Louise de Marillac? We have a Lost and Found box in our Parish Office. Stop by during our office hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Saturday 9:00AM to 6PM, or on Sunday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Please bring items to the Parish Office if you find something someone may have le .

LOST AND FOUND

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Respect Life Ministry is a ministry at St. Louise that promotes the dignity and sanc ty of human life from concep on to natural death through programs advoca ng prayer, educa on, pastoral care and advocacy. We are currently planning our next Dignitas Workshop which will focus on reintegra ng former inmates into society. Our next mee ng is Monday, January 23rd at 7:30pm in the St. Louise Conference Room. Our ministry is open to all. Please join us and learn more about Respect Life and the current projects we are working on.

RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY

Respect Life Dignitas Workshop

THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS

The Respect Life Ministry has been working together to bring another Dignitas Workshop to St. Louise de Marillac on Sunday, February 12 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Msgr. Pierce Hall. Respect Life will introduce a presenta on on transi oning inmates to become produc ve members of society. The presenta on is presented by the Partnership for Re-Entry Program (PREP) and will feature guest speakers Sister Mary Sean Hodges, OP, PREP Director; Dale Lozier, PREP Insight Coordinator; and Eric Lauterbach, PREP Communica ons Coordinator.

The Partnership for Re-Entry Program is a Restora ve Jus ce Ministry of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles that seeks ways of improving the successful re-integra on of parolees back into the community by providing inmates with pre-release self-help modular correspondence courses. The ul mate goals of the PREP Program are to transform the individual to

become produc ve members of society by reducing the popula ons of our jails and prisons which lessens the financial burden on taxpayers and makes our community safer and stronger. There will be an art show “Beyond Prison Walls,” which will feature art work by the inmates a er all the Masses on Saturday, February 11th and Sunday, February 12th. The artwork will be for sale if one of the pieces calls to you. Please contact Eric/Sister Mary Sean at (323) 299-9547 for more informa on. Please see the Respect Life Ministry ar cle below about our ministry at St. Louise de Marillac.

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Attention: Former St. Louise de Marillac School Parents...

Help us expand our Alumni Outreach as St. Louise School Please submit your student’s information via this form dropped at the Parish Center or in the collection basket, by emailing it to Alumni@stlouisedm.org, or sending it through the alumni tab on the Parish / School Website, stlouisedm.org/alumni.html.

Student’s Name Grad Year: Email:

Student’s Name Grad Year: Email:

Student’s Name Grad Year: Email:

St. Louise de Marillac School THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS

In prepara on of Catholic Schools Week that runs January 29th thru February 4th, St. Louise School would like to thank you, the Parishioners of St. Louise, for your con nued prayers and support. As the largest ministry of the parish, we would like to extend our sin-cerest apprecia on to you and your families. This year the theme for Catholic Schools Week is “Catholic Schools: Communi es of Faith, Knowledge and Service” and focuses on the core Catholic educa on. This year’s theme highlights key elements of Catholic educa on: faith development, academic excellence and dedica on to service. These elements are what set Catholic schools apart from other educa onal op ons. It’s a great opportunity for all of us to see what our students are accomplishing and thank the faculty, staff and volunteers who give so much of themselves to educate our children. St. Louise de Marillac School has 283 students in enrollment and 191 families. In the 2015—2016 School Year, St. Louise added a Spanish Class, the Third Grade Classroom was renovated, the school playground floor covering was replaced and the play structure was refurbished. Also, St. Louise School had the highest growth in the Archdiocese on the STAR math assessment. Please call the school office for more informa on on our school at (626) 966-2317.

School’s Book Fair

Parish Center Youth Room

Sunday, January 29th 8:00 am to 1:30 pm

Thank You for your support!!

Sunday, January 29th

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

TK and Kindergarten Open House

For the TK and Kindergarten Programs

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Youth Day is on Thursday, February 23, 2017 and is part of the Religious Educa on Congress at the Anaheim Conven on Center. The theme this year is “What are you wai ng for?” Jesus invited us to turn to him and to not delay. However, it is also our call to reflec on. It gives the youth a chance to examine their lives and their faith journey and encourages them to bring their hopes, fears, doubts, and dreams to the Lord. St. Louise will have a bus to take you from St. Louise to the Anaheim Conven on Center and back. Please contact Faith Forma on about Youth Day and to reserve your spot (626) 332-5322.

YOUTH DAY

YOUTH MINISTRY ADORATION NIGHT The Youth Ministry Adora on Nights are on the first Wednesday of the month in the Parish Hall. Our nights focus on prayer, worship, a guest speaker and some in mate me in adora on with our Lord. The next Adora on Night is on Wednesday, February 1st from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. The guest speakers will be Robert and Anitra Gil who will speak on “Prayer and Service.” The night begins with worship, guest speakers and then adora on. This night is open to all please come and join us!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS

The Religious Educa on Congress is ready to enrich and revitalize us once more. Join us February 23 (Youth Day) & February 24—26, 2017 at the Anaheim Conven on Center. If you have never before a ended Congress, you are assured of a wonderful experience. The Congress offers a variety of opportuni es for personal faith enrichment, prayer and entertainment. There are 312 workshops that cover topics of interest from spirituality and personal development to biblical studies, theology and catechesis. In addi on to workshops, par cipants will enjoy morning praise, evening liturgies and a variety of noon me and evening concerts.

All are welcome to a end! To register please visit www.RECongress.org or call the RE Congress informa on line at (213) 637-7348.

SLS SPORTS Come on out and join in the fun! You won't

want to miss out on this event!

St. Louise’s Booster Club is sponsoring

MY SCHOOL COLOR RUN!

Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017

This is a fun run/walk held here on campus!

Registration is now open for St. Louise de Marillac School’s “Viking Color Run”!

To register, go to www.Eventbrite.com Search for St. Louise de Marillac School.

Late Registration - $30.00(until 2-3-17—(Late registration will not receive a t-shirt or race bib)

DATES TO REMEMBER Complete calendar at www.stlouisedm.org/faith-formation.

Jan. 29th, • Youth Night

• Confirmation Adoration Night Feb. 1st

Feb 3, 4, 5

• Confirmation Retreat Weekend

Feb. 23rd • Youth Day - Religious Congress

April 22nd, April 23rd • Confirmation Mass

Youth Night is Sunday, January 29th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the Msgr. Pierce Hall. This event is open to all High School Students! Please come join us as we learn about “Under the Influence: A Night on Drugs and Alcohol.”

YOUTH NIGHT

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ANNOITING OF THE SICK MASS

In observance of World Day of the Sick 2017 and the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is having a Mass and Anoin ng of the Sick on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 12:30 pm. Do you know someone who is facing surgery, or an elderly person or child who is sick? You are encouraged to bring them to the cathedral to receive the Sacrament of the Anoin ng of the Sick. Through Anoin ng, the grace of the Holy Spirit comforts and strengthens the soul of the sick person. The Mass and Anoin ng of the Sick are co-hosted by the Cathedral and the Western Associa on of the Order of Malta in observance of the 2017 World Day of the Sick. Bishop Edward William Clark will preside at the Mass and Anoin ng. The Mass is also being held in observance of the Feast Day of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is located at 555 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 90012.

NAIM The San Gabriel Chapter of NAIM, an organiza on for Catholic widows and widowers, will meet on Monday, January 23rd, 2017, at 12:00 Noon in Room C of the Parish Center at St. Christopher Church, 629 S. Glendora Avenue, West Covina. Refreshments will be served. Our speaker will be Glen Pierce from Meals on Wheels. Visitors are welcome. NAIM is under the direc on of the Archdiocesan Office of Family Life. For further informa on, please contact Eloise at (626) 919-3735.

Feast of St. Blaise—The Blessing of the Throats

THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS

St. Blaise was the bishop of Sabaste in Amenia during the fourth century and began as a healer who was called the “physician of souls.” He is best known for trea ng a young boy who had an object caught in his throat. The use of the candles when blessing the throats comes from the story of an old woman’s pig which had been miraculously rescued from a wolf by Saint Blaise. When St. Blaise was arrested for being a Chris an by the governor of Cappadocia and of Lesser Armenia, Agricola, the old woman would visit Saint Blaise bringing him food and candles to bring him light in his dark cell.

Thus, February 3rd became his feast day and the “Blessing of the Throats.” Friday, February 3rd, 2017 is the Feast Day of St. Blaise and the Blessing of the Throats. Throats will be Blessed at all the First Friday Masses, at 6:20 am, 8:00 am, 9:00 am and 7:00 pm.

HOMELESS COUNT - VOLUNTEER The homeless are counted every two years in Los Angeles County. This is necessary in order to receive federal funds to help provide housing and services. Local ci es will do a street count on the night of Tuesday, January 24, 2017, from 7:30 pm up to midnight. The City of Covina needs approx-imately 60 adult volunteers. Please consider helping.

People can sign up individually or in groups of two or three. For more informa on, or to sign up by phone, please call (626) 384-5442. You can also sign-up on-line at www.theycountwillwillyou.org. Please choose Covina as your deployment site. Thank you!

ARRIVE ON TIME

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PRAY FOR THE SICK Please pray for those listed below who are sick:

Yolanda Abrego; Virginia Adapon; Tere Albano; Sonny Bernabe; Darlene Bertelsen; Ma Byers; Lore a Cady; Clarence Calhoun; Lilia Corte; Marco Cruz; Max Daugherty; Joe Escalera Sr. & Jr.; Mario Estanislao; Pat Fallis; Camille Fisher; Carmen Gonzalez; David Gonzalez: Manuel Gonzalez: Debra Gordon; Pedro Gu errez; Suzanne Hanson; Robert Hendrich; Mary Howard; Nancy LaMascus; Adele Lui; Damacio Marquez; Gloria Marquez; Patricia Marquez; Carolyn Matone; Jose Montes; Reyna Morrison; Carlos Mota; Kathleen Mo er; John Murphy; Tracie Neria; Frank Nila, Jr.; Saundra Nila; Victor Nuñez; Wilhelmina Ondrade; Robert Ornelas; Jess Panlilio; Ronald Ploszaj: Michael Reyes; Lou and Bridget Riegert: Raul Rodriguez; Jennifer Senne ; Julia Sermeno; Susan Schmaltz; Ferdinand Silveo; Victor Sison; Ryan Solderidge; Ned Tardiff; Iva Vasilj; Gabe Verna; Chris Wil-liams; Al Wurst; Melinda Zamora.

KEEP US UPDATED Parishioners are asked to please contact the Parish Center to have a loved one placed on the list. For a name to remain on the sick list, please contact the Parish Office by the 15th of every month. The names of the sick and hur ng will be published weekly in our bulle n. Thank you for your assistance in helping us maintain the list, as it will ensure those in need of prayer will receive it.

IN MEMORIAM

James D. Macy

SCOUT SUNDAY The Boy Scouts of America has designated Scout Sunday as the date to recognize the contribu ons of young people and adults to Scou ng and receive a special blessing. Any Scouts who have earned Religious Medals: Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, Ad Altare Dei, Pope Pius XII and Light is Life this year will be presented their medals during the Mass on Sunday, February 5th at 11:00 am Mass. All Scouts must arrive to the front of the church by 10:45 am to line up for procession. Scouts must come dressed in Full Class A uniform with pants (no shorts). All Packs and Troops must RSVP to bstroop461@gmail.com if they will be par cipa ng in our Scout Sunday Mass. Scouts who will receive Religious Medals, must indicate on the RSVP with Scouts full name, Rank and Religious Medal and make arrangements to provide medal prior to the event.

SCOUT BAKE SALE Cub Scout Pack 457 is having their Annual Bake Sale on Saturday, February 4th from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm and Sunday, February 5th from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm a er the Mass. Help support Scou ng by purchasing one of our homemade baked goods.

St. Louise Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts would like to know if your child is interested in Scou ng? The Scouts are looking for boys who are interested in Scou ng. To find out how to become a Scout please contact:

Cub Scouts (K through 5th grade) Mr. Armando Romero (213) 705-7116

Boy Scouts Robert Guzman (626) 367-3266

JOIN THE SCOUTS

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Monday, January 23, 2017 6:20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 10:00 AM Monday Morning Prayer Group SLMCFR 7:30 PM Respect Life Mee ng SLDMCFR

Tuesday, January 24, 2017 6:20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 9:00 AM Guadalupana Mee ng SLDCFR 6:00 PM Living Sta ons Prac ce CHURCH 6:30 PM Legion of Mary PCBR 7:00 PM Women of Faith Bible Study 8thGrade

Wednesday, January 25, 2017 6:20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 7:00 PM RCIA SLDMCR

Thursday, January 26, 2017 6:20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 9:00 AM Rosary Making Group PCBR 12:00 PM Thursday Bible Study SLDMCR 6:00 PM LOM Curia Mee ng SLDMCR

Friday, January 27, 2017 6:20 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 10:30 AM Fa ma Prayer Group PCBR 6:00 PM Bingo MPHALL

Saturday, January 28, 2017 8:00 AM Daily Mass CHURCH 12:00 PM Memorial Mass—James D. Macy CHURCH 5:00 PM Father/Daughter Dance MPHALL 5:30 PM Evening Mass CHURCH

Sunday, January 29, 2017 6:30 AM Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM Mass CHURCH 8:00 AM—1:00 PM Book Fair YouthRM 9:30 AM Mass CHURCH 11:00 AM Mass CHURCH 12:30 PM Mass CHURCH 5:00 PM Mass CHURCH

Confessions: Mondays & Fridays 7:30 AM to 7:55 AM Wednesdays 7:30 PM Saturdays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Robert Fulton, Pastor (626) 915-7873 ext. 204 Fr. Joseph McShane, Associate Pastor (626) 915-7873 ext. 203 Deacon Al Valles, Permanent Deacon (626) 915-7873 ext. 225 Deacon Alan Holderness, Permanent Deacon (626) 915-7873 ext. 206 Deacon Peter Brause, Permanent Deacon (626) 915-7873 ext. 227 Deacon Omar Uriarte, Permanent Deacon (626) 915-7873 ext. 228

MINISTRY STAFF Sr. Nancy Uhl, SND de Namur, Pastoral Care, Marriage, and Annulments (626) 915-7873 ext. 212 Robert Kochis, Director of Music (626) 915-7873 ext. 207

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Ray Elder, Business Manager (626) 915-7873 ext. 205 l manager@stlouisedm.org Susan Bugelli, Office Manager (626) 915-7873 ext. 201 l officemanager@stlouisedm.org

PARISH SCHOOL Dr. Denise Valadez, Principal (626) 966-2317 ext. 310 Sue Reyes, Secretary (626) 966-2317 ext. 301 l schoolsecretary@stlouisedm.org

FAITH FORMATION Toney Renteria, Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator (626) 332-5822 ext. 405 Sheila Uriarte, Elementary Coordinator (626) 332-5822 ext. 404 Cecilia Luna, Faith Formation Secretary

Kathy and Ben Prestia, RCIA (626) 963-1463

Faith Formation Hours Monday - Thursdays/ 9 am - 6 pm

& Fridays / 9 am - 5 pm (626) 332-5822

St. Louise de Marillac Parish Center 1720 E. Covina Blvd., Covina, CA 91724

www.stlouisedm.org

(626) 915-7873, Fax (626) 332-4431 Monday - Friday / 8 am - 8 pm

Saturday / 9 am - 6 pm Sunday / 9 am - 2 pm

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MPHALL—Msgr. Pierce Hall MPR—Mul Purpose Room SLDMCR—St. Louise de Marillac Conference Room PCBR—Parish Center Board Room

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DID YOU KNOW?

TODAY’S READINGS MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, January 22nd 6:30 am: St. Louise Parish Families (SI) 8:00 am: Catherine Irene Woodward (RIP); Fiel Cervantes (RIP) 9:30 am: Pedro Soria (RIP); Evelyn DeNicola (RIP) 11:00 am: Alice Claven (SI); Ramon Moreno (RIP) 12:30 pm: St. Louise Parish Families (SI) 5:00 pm: Babic Family (SI)

Monday, January 23rd 6:20 am: Frederico Jesus Blanco (SI) 8:00 am: Iva Vasilij (SI); Brian Wilson (SI)

Tuesday, January 24th 6:20 am: Mary E. O’Hara (RIP) 8:00 am: Homero Martinez Garcia and Family (SI)

Wednesday, January 25th 6:20 am: Drago Dragicevic and Family (SI) 8:00 am: Aurora Lacson (RIP); Luisito Ilagan (SI)

Thursday, January 26th 6:20 am: Bernadette Kosterlitzky (SI) 8:00 am: Evelyn Rita DeNicola (RIP); Clara Luera (SI)

Friday, January 27th 6:20 am: St. Louise Parish Families (SI) 8:00 am: Eduardo and Alto Gracia Blanco (RIP)

Saturday, January 28st 8:00 am: Ning Cruzado (SI); Veronica Real (RIP) 5:30 pm: Avelino Villacorta (RIP); Eulalia Tongco (RIP)

First Reading — The burdens that were once laid upon the people have been vanquished (Isaiah 8:23 — 9:3). Psalm — The Lord is my light and my salva on (Psalm 27). Second Reading — Paul exhorts the believers at Corinth: As there is one Christ, so too must there be no divisions among you. (1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17). Gospel — A er calling his first disciples, Jesus goes throughout Galilee teaching, proclaiming the gospel, and curing the people (Ma hew 4:12-23 [12-17]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, Internation-al Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: Heb 9:15, 24-28; Ps 98:1-6; Mk 3:22-30, or any of a number of readings for the Day of Prayer Tuesday: Heb 10:1-10; Ps 40:2, 4ab, 7-8a, 10, 11; Mk 3:31-35 Wednesday: Acts 22:3-16 or Acts 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18 Thursday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5; Ps 96:1-3, 7-8a, 10; Mk 4:21-35 Friday: Heb 10:32-39; Ps 37:3-6, 23-24, 39-40; Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Lk 1:69-75; Mk 4:35-41 Sunday: Zep 2:3; 3:12-13; Ps 146:6-10; 1 Cor 1:26-31; Mt 5:1-12a

Speak up with concerns about a child’s environment

Parent and caregiver observa ons can help protect a child in danger, and you should know when it’s important to speak up. Although it may be awkward to approach a par-ent you do not know, if you have witnessed a scenario where the child is in danger of physical or mental abuse, it is your responsibility to act in that child’s best interest. In addi on to repor ng concerns, think about any prac -cal solu ons that can help keep kids safe pending an in-ves ga on and solu on. For a copy of the VIRTUS© ar -cle “Voicing Concerns About a Child’s Environment,” Email jvienna@la-archdiocese.org or call 213-637-7227. For more information on other ways to keep kids safe, contact Linda Filkins, the Parish Safeguard Committee Chairperson at (626) 214-7846 or the Archdiocesan Safeguard the Children Office at (213) 637-7227. For particular help, call the Victims Assistance Office at (213) 637-7650.

Catholic Engaged Encounter Week-end is a retreat designed for a man and a woman who are preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage in the Catholic Church. This Weekend fulfills the marriage prepara on requirements of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The Weekend gives you an opportunity to talk with each other privately in an honest

and intense way about your future life together. Presenta ons by the team of two married couples and a catholic priest are designed to help you reflect and share with each other on topics including: the family you grew up in, communica on, values, in macy, natural family planning, and the Sacrament of Marriage. Your personal discussion will always bye from the viewpoint of your own rela onship. The main thrust of the Weekend is one of personal reflec on and couple dialogue. The next Catholic Engaged Encounter Weekend is February 10th , 11th , and 12th at the DePaul Retreat Center, 1105 S. Bluff Road, Montebello 90640. Ques ons about the Weekend should be directed to (805) 529-0245 or visit the website www.engagedencounter.org. Brochures are available in the Parish Office.