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MARY STAR OF THE SEA
Catholic Church - Parish Established 1889
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First Sunday of Advent December 2, 2018
PASTOR: Fr. M. Harrigan ASSOCIATE PASTORS: Fr. Martin Benzoni, O.Praem. and Fr. Raja Selvam
CROATIAN & ITALIAN MINISTRY: Fr. Ivan Gerovac, S.J. MARITIME MINISTRY: Fr. Freddie Chua
IN RESIDENCE: Msgr. Timothy O’Connell (Retired), Fr. Diego Menniti
PERMANENT DEACON: Dn. Jorge Malca NORBERTINE FATHERS: Serving in our High School (310) 521-1930
870 West 8th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 Tel: (310) 833-3541 - Fax (310) 833-9254
Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm; Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Parish Office Closed on Sundays
FOLLOW US: @MaryStar_SP @MaryStarSanPedro www.pinterest.com/MaryStar_SP
www.facebook.com/marystarsanpedro
CONTACT US:
Website : www.marystar.org E-mail : [email protected] Convent : Sisters of St. Joseph of Cluny (310) 834-5431 Bookstore: Stella Maris (310) 519-8661
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekdays: Monday - Friday: 8:00am & 5:15pm Saturday: 8:00am Weekend: Saturday: 5:15pm – Vigil Mass Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 12:00pm (English) 10:30am (Spanish) 1:30pm (Croatian) 4:00pm (Italian) 5:15pm (English/Latin)
Holy Days of Obligation 5:15pm (Vigil); 8:00am, 12:00pm, 5:15pm
Reconciliation (Confessions) Thursday & Friday: After 5:15pm Mass Saturday: After 8:00am Mass and 4:00pm - 5:00pm Morning Prayer: Monday - Friday: 7:45am Rosary: Monday - Friday: 5:00pm
2 “Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love” December 2, 2018
Dear Mary Star of the Sea Parishioners, I wish you all a Blessed Advent, a beautiful time of year when we prepare ourselves spiritually for the coming of the Christ Child at Christmas. These four weeks offer us an opportunity to slow down and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and the reality that God so loved the world that He sent His Beloved Son as a babe to save us from our sins, what a remarkable gift for each of us. I encourage all to take the spiritual opportunity this Advent to grow closer to Christ especially through Confession and Holy Mass, thus preparing ourselves for the “Adventus” the Coming of the Babe of Bethlehem. In the upcoming season we see a great deal of Angels in art and elsewhere, I thought it might be helpful to learn about them and how much they do for us here on earth as well as in Heaven. Have a Blessed Week.
Fr. Harrigan - The Pastor
NINE CHOIRS OF ANGELS First Tier - Serve and Reflect the Love and Majesty of God
Seraphim Consumed with Fire for Love of God Cherubim The Power and Glory of God Manifested Thrones Manifest the Justice and Authority the Almighty
Second Tier - Governs all Creation 4. Dominions Control the Order of the Universe 5. Virtues Responsible for the Elements and Seasons 6. Powers Responsible for Spiritual Warfare
Third Tier - Serves Humans and Reflects that service back to God 7. Principalities Governs nations, cities, sacred places, governments 8. Archangels There are 7 that we know of 3 are named in Scripture:
Michael – Which means “Who is Like God?” Gabriel – Which means “God’s strength” Raphael – Which means “God heals”
9. Guardian Angels Assigned to every human person at the moment of their conception. Their job is to assist us in getting to our final destination – Heaven.
Prayer Intention of The Holy Father for the month of December
Evangelization – In the Service of the Transmission of Faith
That people, who are involved in the service and transmission of faith, may find, in their dialogue with culture, a language suited to the conditions of the present time.
December 2, 2018 “Advent is a journey towards Bethlehem.” - Pope Francis 3
First Sunday of Advent (Year C)
First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16 The Lord will fulfill his promises to Israel and Judah.
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 25:4-5,8-9,10,14 The Lord will teach us his paths.
Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3:12—4:2 Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be holy and to please God.
Gospel Reading: Luke 21:25-28,34-36 Jesus teaches his disciples to be vigilant so that they will be ready when the Son of Man comes in glory.
Perpetual Adoration
Let’s give thanks to the Lord for all he has provided us with. If not that, let’s ask for the grace and guidance to find a solution to a difficult problem. Or pray for our family’s health and wellbeing. There are countless reasons to join us, in
prayer, in the Adoration Chapel, praying before the Blessed Sacrament.
These hours are now available: Sunday Night 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday Night 5-6 p.m.
“Almighty Father, help me to show gratitude to You for all the good things You have done for me. Let me also be grateful to all those who help me on my earthly pilgrimage to Your heavenly Kingdom.”
For Contact: (310) 548-1693 Barbara West / Coordinator
Did You Know?/¿Sabia Usted?
December 1-2
Keep Santa visits safe and secret-free
It’s the Christmas season, which means children around the archdiocese will be lining up for a picture with Santa and a chance to tell him what they hope to find under their trees this year. The Santa visit is a fun holiday tradition, but it’s not a time when parents can let their guard down. Santa and his helpers are usually volunteers and may not have gone through screenings or tests to ensure your child’s safety, so it’s up to you. Keep an eye on anything happening while your child visits with Santa. Never step away from the action, even for a moment, and don’t allow your children to be led away to another room. For a copy of the complete VIRTUS® article, “Safety for Children AND Santa’s Helpers,” visit http:// www.la- archdiocese.org/org/protecting/ Pages/ VIRTUS- Current-Online-Articles.aspx.
1-2 Diciembre
Mantenga las visitas de Santa seguras y libre de secretos Es la temporada de Navidad, lo que significa que los niños de la arquidiócesis se prepararán para una foto con Santa y la oportunidad de decirle lo que esperan encontrar debajo de sus árboles este año. Esta es una tradición navideña divertida, pero aun así no es un momento para que los padres de familia bajen la guardia. Santa y sus ayudantes por lo regular son voluntarios, y es posible que no hayan pasado por exámenes de detección o pruebas para garantizar la seguridad de su hijo/a, por lo que ésta depende de usted. Vigile cualquier cosa que suceda mientras su hijo visita a Santa. Nunca se aleje del lugar de la acción, ni siquiera por un momento, y no permita que sus hijos sean llevados a otra habitación solos. Para obtener una copia del artículo completo de VIRTUS®, “Safety for Children AND Santa’s Helpers” (Seguridad para los niños y los ayudantes de Santa), visite http://www.la- archdiocese.org/ org/ protecting/Pages/VIRTUS- Current-Online- Articles.aspx.
4 “Mark the season of Advent by loving and serving others.” - St. Mother Teresa December 2, 2018
WEEKLY HOLY HOUR On Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
In order to convert America and save the World what we need is for every parish to come before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in Holy Hours of prayer (Saint Mother Teresa). Every Wednesday at 6:00 PM there is a Holy Hour in the church. It begins with exposition of The Blessed Sacrament. Within the hour, there is a rosary, followed by a time of silent reflection and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. The Holy Hour concludes with Benediction. Please come and spend one hour with Jesus. This is a special time of abundant blessings for all!
Christian Care
In the pews you will find envelopes to raise money for Christian Care which is OUR department that helps the local
poor. You can come by any day of the week Mon thru Fri at 5pm and you will see us feeding the poor on 7th street. To be able to do this we need donations. If you can't make one large donation please take as many envelopes as needed and drop them in the mass collection when you have a little extra for the poor it will get to Christian Care. We have been doing this for 30 years and our lines seem to be getting larger lately. We feed approximately 50 to 60 people daily Men, women, and children come to our door.
For more information Lisa Stinis (310) 710-7995.
On Tuesday, December 4th from 9:00 – 10:00 am our Lectio Divina group will meet in the convent chapel.
We welcome new comers to join us and share in our group prayer. Our format is reflection and sharing on the Word of God as it is given to us in the Sunday gospel of the previous Sunday. We look forward to the presence of all who can attend after the 8:00 am Mass, on Tuesday, December 4th and on the following month, January 8, 2019.
For more information Sister Loretto, SJC
During Advent, Christian Care will be accepting new warm socks, underwear, and t-shirts to be given out during the Monday through Friday evening meals. It's amazing how a clean piece of clothing can make a person feel so much better. Please leave your donations for men or women at the Sacred Heart altar after any mass. God Bless you for your generosity!
For more information Kindly contact Toni Martinovich
December 2, 2018 “ Everything that is worthwhile must be waited for.” - Carlo Carretto 5
Dear Mary Star of the Sea Community,
Our return to school from Thanksgiving finds us preparing for Christmas as we enter the Season of Advent. December will be a busy month with Reconciliation for grades 3 thru 8 on Dec. 3, Honor Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 12, celebrate Los Posados on Dec. 20, as well as regular Friday masses. Parents, families and parishioners are invited and encouraged to join us!
Today, Sunday, Dec. 2, is the 38th Annual “Spirit of San Pedro Holiday Parade” from 1 to 3 pm on Pacific Ave. MSSE will be represented by our fall sports teams alongside Mary Star High School and the Knights of Columbus’ Angels Gate chapter. Come and cheer on our students, the schools and the community of Mary Star.
MSSE is accepting applications for our PreK thru 8th Grade classes. Financial Aid and sliding Tuition scale are possible with completed application; please call our Office (310.831.0875) to arrange for a tour and information.
God bless!
Mr. James Cordero - Principal
Upcoming Events
1. Feast of St. Nicholas Mass Thursday, Dec. 6th 2. Final Exams: Dec. 12th, Dec.13th and Dec. 14th 3. Christmas Toy Drive Ends December 14th 4. School will be on Christmas Break from December 15th - January 6th
MSHS Fall Blood Drive Update: MSHS is proud to announce that our students, teacher, parents and friends met our goal and over 60 pints of blood were donated. It is known that one pint can save up to three lives Thank you for giving!
MSHS Winter Sports Mass, Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale: The 9 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 9th includes the introduction of our Winter Sports teams. Please join us after Mass in the Parish Auditorium between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. for a tasty breakfast and bake sale. Tickets are $8 with proceeds benefitting the athletes of our high school.
Every year Mary Star High School holds a toy drive to provide for children who are less fortunate in our San Pedro community. We humbly ask for your help by donating a new unwrapped toy or cash to the MSHS main office that will be used to assist those families. The toy drive will end on December 14th. Please remember those in our community that are in need and continue to hold them in your prayers. Thank you for your generosity.
Interested in attending an awesome Catholic High School? Want to experience a vibrant academic, athletic, social and spiritual life during your high school years? All public, private and Catholic school students are invited to visit Mary Star of the Sea High School. Through the MSHS Shadow Program, all visitors will shadow freshman-level courses and several advanced courses. Lunch will be provided. Please contact MSHS main office to schedule your Shadow Day: (310)-547-1138; [email protected].
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6 “Waiting is a period of learning.” - Henri Nouwen December 2, 2018
The High School is now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 School Year. Please visit www.marystarhigh.com or call 310-547-1138 for information and applications. The application due date for incoming freshmen is Tuesday, January 11th. The MSHS Placement Exam is on Saturday, January 12th and a make-up exam will held on January 26th. For more information contact: Mary Star of the Sea High School at 310-547-1138 (Placement Exam – January 12, 2019 & Make-up exam January 26, 2019)
Stay up to date with Mary Star of the Sea High School news and information at marystarhigh.com
Mary Star High School Mobile App, Instagram and Facebook! Download the app today by going to Apple
App Store or Google Play. Also, follow us on Instagram@marystarhighschool and
Facebook@MaryStarHigh.
We Need Volunteers
Apostleship of the Sea - Catholic Maritime Ministry of Mary Star of The Sea Church
needs Volunteers for the services.
We greatly appreciate and welcome those who are interested.
For more information
Kindly call the Rectory office Fr. Freddie Chua
IN MEMORIAM
JOHN MICHAEL CARRANZA, VINCE KORDICH, VINKA JERKOVICH,
CHRISTINE ANN STAGNARO, EDUARDO VUOSO, AUGUSTINO PALAZZOYO, LJILJANA STANOJEVIC, EDMUNDO CONTRERAS Jr.,
PAOLO LOGRANDE, MARY L. SAMANIEGO, GIUSEPPA PISANO, FRANK ANTHONY LAURO, DINKO OBULJEN, ANGELO A. LAKOS, HARRIET GRACE BOBLAK, ROSA ELVIRA ORTEGA,
JAMES ANTHONY ANTONELOS, PAZ HEVELAS, CARLOS SODEVELLA, CONROLACION PALMA PATRICIA DOUTHIT, MARJORIE LOUISE RADOS
May Their Souls Rest In Peace!
December 2, 2018 “He became what we are that he might make us what he is.” - St.Athanasius 7
FFFAITHAITHAITH FFFORMATIONORMATIONORMATION
Today we begin the new Liturgical year as we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent. Today’s gospel paints a frightening picture of huge natural calamities heralding the end. But we are called to look beyond them to see the light, the beauty of God’s promise. Our Redeemer is coming; indeed he is in our midst. Regardless of what we must go through, whether it be disaster or the slavery of sin, our merciful and loving God is waiting to wrap warm and tender arms around us.
ADULT SACRAMENTS: Sessions to prepare for the reception of Confirmation and First Communion will begin on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm in Room 111.
Recycling: Thank you to all who help us to recycle so that we can purchase resources for the children. We are also helping to save the earth.
If you need further information on any of the above programs please call Sister Mary or Jamie
at 310-833-3541, ext. 221, 222.
` Hannah Abraham, Victor Biel Jacob Abraham, Donna Meagher Jo Ann Di Rocco, George Diorio,
Agnes Domdoma, Lisa Hernandaz, Leonardo Terzoli, Michelle C. Dibernardo,
Sagani Gliane
Let us pray for the Sick
Stella Maris Catholic Books & Gift Store
We honor Mary Star of the Sea Elementary & High School Script!
Contact: (310) 519-8661
On Saturday & Sunday
Hours: On Sat.. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Sun. 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Visit Stella Maris Gift and Bookstore at the far end of the parking lot for bibles and other reading ma-terials, rosaries, novelty gifts, and greeting cards.
Women’s Advent Retreat
Presented by Sister Genevieve
Saturday, December 8th
at the Mary Star Parish Center The Retreat begins with the 8 AM Mass at the
Church, followed by the retreat in the Parish Cen-ter Chapel from 9 AM to 11:30 AM. Refreshments
served after Mass.
Sponsored by the Daughters of Isabella
RSVP to Daughters of Isabella Regent Rita Marino
At 310-625-5277
Advent & Christmas Gifts and Religious
Shopping
8 “Advent awakens in all of us memories of goodness and thus opens doors of hope.” - Pope Benedict XVI December 2, 2018
SATURDAY: December 1, 2018 8:00 a.m. Dante Dirige by LLus Family † 5:15 p.m. Raymond Diaz by Family †
SUNDAY: December 2, 2018 7:30 a.m. Rosita Mendoza † 9:00 a.m. Pro Populo 10:30a.m. Fe Wong (L) 12:00p.m. Deacon Willie Garcia by Louise Garcia † 1:30 p.m. Duje & Marija Tomic by Son Miljenko & Family † 4:00 p.m. David & Michael Cordoba by Family † 5:15 p.m. Robin Estrada by Family † MONDAY: December 3, 2018 8:00 a.m. Frank Lauro by Italian Catholic Federation † 5:15 p.m. Maria Lucin by Niece Maria Domacin † TUESDAY: December 4, 2018 8:00 a.m. Frances Balestrieri by Lusia Curci & Family † 5:15 p.m. Benjamin & Angelka Ferara by Cvita Maric & Family†
WEDNESDAY: December 5, 2018 8:00 a.m. Aniello, Mary, Grazia Di Bernardo by Tony & Nancy † 5:15 p.m. Raymond Diaz by Family † THURSDAY: December 6, 2018 8:00 a.m. Ethel Harrigan † 5:15 p.m. Nick Bjazevich by Wife & Family † FRIDAY: December 7, 2018 8:00 a.m. Kristina, Toma, Dranko Matulic by Ruza & Ljubica †
5:15 p.m. Priest Intention SATURDAY: December 8, 2018 8:00 a.m. Priest Intention 10:00a.m. Priest Intention 12:00p.m. Priest Intention 5:15 p.m. Priest Intention
SUNDAY: December 9, 2018 7:30 a.m. Pasquale, Salvatrice Ricupero by Wife & Children † 9:00 a.m. Pro Populo 10:30a.m. Rosita & Enrique Baraja by Daughter Gloria Baraja † 12:00p.m. Vinka Mardesich by J & R Mardesich † 1:30 p.m. Ivanica & Steve Duhovich by Bob & Mary Bacich † 4:00 p.m. Maria Guarrasi by Joseph Frka † 5:15 p.m. Frank Lauro by Fidaleo Family †
L = Living † = Deceased
SATURDAY: December 1, 2018 9:00 a.m. Religious Ed: MSB 111, 210, 213, 214 12:30p.m. Guadalupana: Baptism Church 7:00 p.m. Song for the Seafarers: Church 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Group. MSB 111, 218
SUNDAY: December 2, 2018 9:00 p.m. RCIA Dismissal: Round Room
MONDAY: December 3, 2018 10:30a.m. MSSE: Confessions: Church 6:30 p.m. Croatian Choir Practice: Church 7:30 p.m. Guadalupano Group Meeting: MGPC Chapel
TUESDAY December 4, 2018 6:30 p.m. St. Vincent De Paul Mtg: MGPC Long Room 7:00 p.m. Pre-Baptismal Class: Church 7:00 p.m. Prayer Group: MGPC Chapel 7:00 p.m. KFC Business Mtg: KFC Room
WEDNESDAY: December 5, 2018 3:30 p.m. Religious Ed: MSB 111, 210, 215, 217 5:45 p.m. Mother of Perpetual Help: Church 6:00 p.m. Holy Hour: Church 6:30 p.m. Al-Anon Meeting MGPC Round Room 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Choir Group: MSB 111 7:00 p.m. KFC Mtg: MGPC Long Room 7:00 p.m. Club Trappeto Board Mtg: KFC Room
THURSDAY: December 6, 2018 9:00 a.m. Bible Study: MGPC Chapel 7:00 p.m. Fred Krause: Bible Class MGPC Chapel 7:00 p.m. RCIA Session: KFC Room 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Group MSB 210 7:00 p.m. Croatian Choir, Family Guild, Velike Gospe: Auditorium
FRIDAY: December 7, 2018 9:00 a.m. MSSE: First Friday Mass: Church 5:00 p.m. KFC, Daughter of Isabella: Auditorium, Kitchen
SATURDAY: December 8, 2018 8:00 a.m. Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Mother Mass 10:00a.m. Mass Church: Immaculate Conception 12:00p.m. Mass Church: Immaculate Conception 5:15 p.m. Mass Church: Immaculate Conception 9:00 a.m. Daughter of Isabella Retreat: MGPC Chapel 9:00 a.m. Religious Ed: MSB 111, 210, 213, 214 7:00p.m. Hispanic Group: MSB 111, 218
SUNDAY: December 9, 2018 7:00 a.m. MSHS: Breakfast Auditorium 9:00 a.m. RCIA Dismissal: MGPC Round Room 1:00 p.m. Mantle of the Mediadrix: Mtg MGPC Chapel 1:15 p.m. Filipino Group Mtg: MGPC Kitchen, Long Room 6:00 p.m. I.C.F: Christmas Party: Auditorium
December 2, 2018 “The magic of Christmas is not in the presents, but in His presence.” - Anonymous 9
Bible Study (Mornings) Mrs. Louise Garcia (310) 831-9839 Croatian Catholic Family Guild Mario Juravich (310) 547-3870 Croatian Choir Nicholas Reskusich (310) 831-4980 Daughters of Isabella Rita Marino (310) 831-5277 Divine Mercy Group Madelyn Walker Virginia Pagan (310) 872-8129 Environment Lu Barbieri (310) 833-3541 Families of Nazareth Holly Oldenburg (310) 729-3736 Fiesta Committee Neal DiBernardo (310) 833-3541 Ext. 203 Filipino Community Edith Robinson (424) 547-3382
Guadalupanos Josefina Ruiz (310) 980-8309 Grupo de Oración Jose Mendoza (310) 986-9442 Hispanic Group Gregoria Lopez (424) 488-4961 Hospitality/Mary & Martha Josephine Frka (310) 833-3541 Italian Catholic Federation Branch #115 Neal Di Leva (310) 833-9444 Knights of Columbus Nick Vilicich (310) 833-4537 KofC1740a.org Lectors—Ministry of the Word Shelly Chin (310) 753 -6131
Ministerio Hispano Coordinador Líder Dn. Jorge Malca (424) 224-0071
Perpetual Adoration Barbara West (310) 548-1693
Prayer Group Louise Garcia (310) 831-9839 Respect Life Katie Clark (310) 514-1493
St. Anne Altar Society Delight Hernandez (310) 831-6214
St. Joseph Table Josephine Accetta (310) 519-0289
San Pietro Society Grace Ciolino (310) 548-8447
Club Trappeto Joe Lo Grande (310) 519-0815
Velike Gospe Society Natalie Sutlovich (310) 547-5391
Virtus Nick Vilicich (310) 833-3541 Ext. 225
Parish Office: (310) 833-3541 Fax: (310) 833-9254 [email protected] Business Administrator: Josephine Frka Ext: 205 Parish Secretary: Michelle Downes Ext: 200 Bulletin Editor: Fr. Raja Selvam, Ext: 203 Bulletin Deadline: Saturday by 3 pm to [email protected] Adult Initiation Sister Mary (310) 833-3541 Email: [email protected] Christian Care (310) 548-1645 853 W. 7th St., San Pedro Email: [email protected] Maritime Ministry Fr. Freddie Chua, Ext. 208 Mary Star of the Sea Elementary 717 S. Cabrillo Ave. San Pedro, CA 90731 (310) 831-0875 Website: www.marystarelementary.com Principal: Jim Cordero Youth Ministry & Confirmation Please contact Mary Star High School
Mary Star of the Sea High School 2500 N. Taper Ave San Pedro, CA 90731, (310) 547-1138 Website: www.marystarhigh.com Principal: Rita Dever Mary Star of the Sea High School Development Office (310) 833-3861 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Music Ministry Jelil Romano Ext: 224 Religious Education Sr. Mary J. Glynn , Jamie Gurrola Ext: 222, 221 Email: [email protected] Sacristan & Altar Servers Nick Vilicich Ext: 225 St. Vincent de Paul Celia Bremer Ext: 223 Email: [email protected] Vocation Discernment Website: www.LAVocations.org (310) 833-3541 Email: [email protected]
For the private circulation this bulletin is published by Fr. Harrigan, the Pastor and prepared & edited by Fr. Raja Selvam.
