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Sunday Masses: (Sat. 5:30 pm) | Sunday 6:30 am, 8, 10, 12 noon, 5:30 pm ) | Monday-Friday 8, 12 noon | Saturday 8 am

The Ascension of the Lord

May 13, 2018

Love God. Love all People. Make Disciples.

415 Vincent Street | Redondo Beach, CA 90277 | 310.372.5228 | www.SaintJames.Church | Photo: Danill Saliantev

Office Hours: Mon.- Thurs. 8 to 12, 1 to 8 pm | Fri. 8 to 12, 1 to 7 pm | Sat. 9 - 12 noon | Sun. Closed

Welcome! Thank you for worshipping with us! We are not complete without you!

But they went forth and preached everywhere,

while the Lord worked with them

and confirmed the word through accompanying signs. Mk 16:20

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Pastor’s Corner

Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you,

for the glory of God. Romans 15:7

Welcome!

Maybe you grew up Catholic. Maybe you think of yourself as Catholic.

Maybe you haven’t been to church in a while. Or, you are worried that you won’t be welcomed here.

And maybe it feels awkward and scary to take that first step. Questions.

Doubts. Yearning, but not sure for what. We get it.

We’ve been there. Now we are here.

Maybe God is calling you, too. Just as you are.

Welcome home.

Join us for a “Thank you Celebration”

In Honor of... Sr. Mary Margaret

and Sr. Lana Sunday, June 3

After the noon Mass in Kavanagh Hall

Celebrate Pentecost at St. James

Our parish is made up of many people of different nations and cultures; let us rejoice in the fact that all of us, from different parts of the world, are one in Christ Jesus.

Over the past years, the Lector Ministry has encouraged the members of St. James to live out Pentecost by reading two line petitions in the language of their ancestors and dressed in their native, ancestral or traditional clothing at Masses on Pentecost.

If you speak a second language, we encourage you to participate at this year's Pentecost celebration on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20. We are looking for 4 different languages at each Mass. Please email Samantha Pierce with the Mass and language of your choice at st.jameslectors@gmail.com

To proudly portray our cultural diversity, we encourage all St. James parishioners to dress for Pentecost liturgy in their ancestral dress. From Highland Kilt to Hindi Sari, be part of the joy of this liturgical celebration!

Dear Friends and Families,

Today we remember and honor our mothers, living and

deceased, and those women that have served as a

mother to us at various times in our lives. The nurturing

and sacrifices that they have made in placing the needs

of their children ahead of their own desires has helped to

shape us into the persons we are today.

We need only to look to our Blessed Mother as the

perfect example of a mother. During this month of Mary,

let us call upon her love to assist us in our faith journey

as she guides us to her Son and eternal life. Rediscover

the power of the rosary as we meditate on the life of her

Son.

The Memorare: Remember, Oh Most Gracious Virgin Mary.

That never was it known, that anyone who fled to thy

protection, implored thy help, our sought thy intercession

was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence I fly unto

you, Oh Virgin of Virgins, my mother. To thee I come,

before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. Oh Mother of

the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy

mercy, hear and answer me. Amen.

Wishing you blessings on this mother’s day.

Msgr. Mike, Fr. I.K., Fr. Simeon,

Dcn. Bob & Patty, Gerardo

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Hope for Troubled Marriages - Retrouvaille

A peer marriage ministry program that has helped thousands of married couples who are experiencing disillusion or misery in their marriage, even separated or

divorced, rediscover a loving marriage relationship. Call 909.900.5465 or email

6006@retrouvaille.org HelpOurMarriage.com.

Adult Education and Bible Studies

Mom’s Group Bible Study!

Opening Your Heart: The Starting Point is a 22 week Bible study open to moms of kids all ages! Tues. mornings 10:30 – 11:45 am Parish Center Rooms 4/5 Children welcome and childcare available. call/text Karen at 626.318.8218

The Gospel of John

What makes The Gospel of John so distinct and singularly powerful?

Six Sessions, Six Weeks Two 25-Minute Lectures per Session

Tuesday Evenings 7-8:30 pm St. James Kavanagh Hall

No Class on May 15 and May 29

Continues through June 12th No registration required. Attend one, attend all.

Come and explore as Catholic Theologian Rev. Donald Senior highlights the similarities and

differences between John’s gospel account and the other gospels as we contemplate the person of Jesus and the

Risen Christ.

Angeles & Mickey Haney 310.798.8224

Wednesday Morning Adult Education Join us for a DVD series “Biblical Wisdom Literature", by Fr. Joseph Koterski.

Starting with the Book of Proverbs, and include The Song of Songs, The Wisdom of Solomon, Sirach, Qoheleth and Daniel.

We meet Wednesdays in Kavanagh Hall at 8:45am, and begin our DVD presentations at 9 am. Joe Zelik 310.370.1645.

Vacation Bible School June 25-29 9am-noon

St. James School -O’Gorman Center Campers in grades PK-5

and student volunteers in grades 6 and up (in fall 2018)

Cost: $30 per camper, $10 per volunteer www.saintjames.church/vbs moms@saintjames.church

Ministry to the Incarcerated and Their Families

“I was in prison and you visited me... Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:36,40

No family wants to see one of its members go off to prison. Mothers and fathers, husbands and wives, brothers, sisters, and children are devastated when their loved one is incarcerated. Families who have a member in a state or federal prison or county jail are a hidden and isolated group. As they try to deal with everyday life on the outside, their fear of stigma means they suffer a silent sentence of their own and their needs go unnoticed.

We are continuing to organize a mass for the families of those currently or formerly incarcerated and anyone who knows someone that is or has been incarcerated. There will be time after mass for hospitality and a chance to connect with others that may be in a similar situation. The mass is scheduled for Saturday, May 19th at 2:00 pm. Hospitality will be in Kavanagh Hall im-mediately after Mass.

We are inviting any formerly incarcerated or family member to help advise us about what may make this event meaningful. If you would like to participate in an advisory role, please give us a call.

Mark and Louise Ramirez 310.792.9593

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Youth Ministry

Teen Disciples

All confirmed high school Juniors and Seniors are invited to apply for Teen Disciples. Teen Disciples continue to grow in their faith and will share their gifts and talents to serve and love their peers, community and church.

Events for all 7th and 8th graders

Edge Nights Non-Edge Member must bring $5 for dinner.

Fridays | 6:30-8pm | Kavanagh Hall

High School Confirmation

Vincent Dao – Director of Youth Ministry Contact: 424.265.8336 or SaintJamesYM@Gmail.com

Website: SaintJamesYM.weebly.com

Life Teen Summit Mondays | 7-8pm | Life Teen Lounge May 14, May 21

Events for all high school teens

Catholic Q & A

Q: As part of its ministry, the St. James Choir beautifully proclaims the words of 2 Corinthians: "We walk by faith, and not by sight..." What does the Catechism Of The Catholic Church teach us about this multifaceted gift from God called faith? A: A personal and ecclesial act, faith is placed at the very heart of the elemental structure of the catechism. Included are the four pillars of the catechism: the baptismal profession of faith; the sacraments of faith; the commandments are at the heart of the life of faith; the prayer of the faithful, the Lord's Prayer. Part One of the catechism is a good starting point to explore the many layers of our faith. Presented in this essential section are insights and examples of living faith, among them: Moses in exodus amid the challenges of the ancient faith of the covenant; Abraham and his unflinching faith; and the pure example of faith that is Mary. Also in this first section of the catechism are the Church's dogmas of faith, which are presented as the entrusted heritage of faith called the "depositum fidei", (the sacred deposit of faith). These are discussed, as are Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium of the Church, timeless keys in maintaining, practicing, and professing the faith.

Shining Stars in Christ Gala

Save the date– November 10th This year’s honorees:

Pat Burschinger Bob & Arlene

Hernandez Beverly Mautino

Bobbie Soufl Larry & Terri Nowak

Madeline Young

Gift Shop The perfect place for your sacramental needs. Gifts and

cards for Baptism, Communion and Confirmation are readily available. Visit us today!

Hours: Wed. - Fri. 10 - 4 pm Saturday 9 - 12 pm Sunday 9 - 2 pm 5/13, 5/20

Closed for vacation from May 21st to May 29th. We will reopen on Wed. May 30th at 10 am.

Rich Modic 310.374.1964 Rich@SaintJames.Church

Lasagna Dinner Friday, May 18, 5-7:30 pm

Knights of Columbus Hall Ave I, Redondo Beach

Proceeds support Seminarians House of Yahweh, Pregnancy Help

Center and other charitable causes. Nick Tesi 310.717.2937

Please have all your teen’s Baptism and 1st Holy Communion and Family information ready. Registration will be online on the youth website.

Registration fee will be mailed in or at the parish front office. Confirmation Y2 Rehearsal – May 24 @7pm in the Church

Sacrament of Confirmation – May 25 @7pm in the Church; all candidates and sponsor must check-in @6pm in Kavanagh Hall. Dear Parishioners, On May 25, about 85 teens and adults will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. We invite you to join us to continue to pray for these candidates as they continue to grow in their faith and journey toward their Sacrament of Confirmation. As a community, we invoke the Holy Spirit to continue to inspire and strengthen the faith of our candidates. Grace and Peace, Vincent Dao

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Interested in Becoming a Catholic? Are you an unbaptized person wanting to learn more about the Catholic faith and Traditions?

Do you want to prepare for Baptism, First Eucharist and Confirmation? Are you a baptized person seeking to complete their sacraments of First Eucharist and Confirmation? Meet our RCIA Directors Carrie and Ed.

They will be more than happy to provide you with the information you need to begin this faith journey. You will

get a chance to meet others looking to grow in their understanding of the faith and get answers to questions of belief, happiness and prayer. Carrie Harris 310.908.9326 Ed Sieger 843.697.3012

Call and discover God’s purpose for your life.

Gospel Reflection This Sunday's Gospel is known as the "priestly prayer" of Jesus. The entire passage is Jesus entrusting us to the Father. "When I was with them I protected them ? I guarded them," Jesus says. He asks his Father, "Keep them in your name." In this prayer of Jesus, we see the paradoxical tension of our life as Christians in the world. He anticipates struggle for the believer. He describes it in strong words, words that could even appear frightening to the believer. "I gave them your word, and the world hated them." Not only that, but with our eyes on eternal life, we "do not belong to the world." And yet in the midst of those realities, Jesus doesn't take us out of the world. On the contrary, "as you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world." Christians live in this tension daily. The call of Jesus often defies nice, neat categories. We uphold justice as virtue yet are invited to love our enemies. We offer gifts and generous hospitality to others while being reminded of the value of temperance. We are called to teach the truth of right and wrong without losing sight of the beam in our own eye. It can be difficult to find the balance in our own lives, and a Church that preaches moral perfection can easily fall under scrutiny when it falls short. In the midst of these complications, Jesus offers a message of hope. He is well aware of the contradictions into which he sends us, and his Father will equip us accordingly. "Consecrate them in truth." "Keep them from the evil one." Jesus does not abandon us to the tensions of our time but remains near at hand by the grace alive in his Church.

APRIL MONTHLY COLLECTION

Faith Direct Total

2018 - $29,792 $150,976

2017 - $29,727 $154,689

Both years have five Sundays and include Easter donations. Thank you for your continued financial stewardship in support of our mission to change lives and save souls.

Family Promise of the South Bay

Saint James will be hosting families in the Family Promise of the South Bay program during the week of May 27th - June 3rd. Please keep these families with young children and our volunteers in your prayers. If you are a trained volunteer, we are looking for your help to make our guest families feel welcome and cared for. If you are able to assist during this week, please contact Kristi Fera at kristifera@icloud.com or 309.530.2371.

We especially need volunteers to be dinner hosts and overnight hosts. Please consider giving one evening or one night in service to our 'brothers and sisters' in need. If you are interested in helping with Family Promise OSB and haven't yet attended the 2-hour orientation, please contact Kristi so that you will be informed of future trainings. Thank you for your compassion toward the homeless families in our community. Saint James Family Promise Committee http://www.familypromiseosb.org

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31st Annual Walk for Life South Bay Saturday, May 19th at 8:30 a.m. at Veterans Park, Redondo Beach. The 5K round-trip walk from Veter-ans Park to Torrance Beach bene-fits the Pregnancy Help Center, providing free pregnancy testing and ultrasound exams to the community for 42 years. For event details and online pre-registration, visit supportphctorrance.org and click on the Walk logo, or call 424.263.4855. Your support saves lives.

Everyday Stewardship

In the Church, we observe a liturgical calendar that takes us through the life of Jesus and highlights fundamental doctrines of our faith.

Starting with this Sunday, our observance of the Easter Season continues for one more week until the celebration of Pentecost.

While many outside of the Church only see Easter as a one-day celebration, we celebrate for an entire season, much like we do during Christmas as well. Of course, this calendar only serves to remind us and point to great-er realities.

We are not called to be more generous at Easter or Christmas than we are on other days. We do not choose to love more during one time of the year. The fact is that Jesus is alive right now and at all times is calling us to give of ourselves.

When we make an intentional decision to follow Jesus and adopt a stewardship way of life, we commit ourselves to this journey 365 days a year. We are an Easter people at all times. The high and low points of our journey are not tied to a liturgical year, but instead to our own experiences of life and shortcomings.

A season or holiday may make it easier to have a giving attitude, but we need to do the same when little around us is pointing us in that direction.

It is sometimes when few are paying attention that love and generosity are most needed. --Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS

Luncheon and Speaker The speaker is Caterina Clarke, Director of Formation at St. Lawrence Martyr Church. The topic of Ms. Clarke's speech is Called to Set the World on Fire, on Tuesday, May 22nd at St. Lawrence Martyr Church All women are invited to attend a day of prayer and fellowship with other Catholic women. Registration is at 9:30am, followed by our speaker, then Mass celebrated by Rev. Patrick Torres, lunch, and concludes at 1:30pm. This event is hosted by the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (ACCW). Make your prepaid check for $12.00 to cover the luncheon to Shelia Claverie, 637 S. Prospect, Unit 104, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. If you have any questions, please call St. James Parish Representative, Nancy Cebra, 424.558.8183

Wedding plans?

If you have an upcoming wedding here at St. James or are planning to have your wedding at St. James, please come to the music workshop! It will be held by our music minister, Kevin Babuder Saturday, May 19th from 10 to 11am in the church.

This workshop will help you with your music selections on your big day. Music@SaintJames.Church

www.SaintJames.Church/Wedding

Fr. Franklin 5k It's time again for Fr. Franklin's 5k! Presented by SLT Charity. Get sponsors and join us to Run/Walk: June 10th 8 AM Hermosa Beach Strand at 2nd St. Help send a child in Africa to school by getting family and friends to sponsor you to run or walk! Remember that new Year’s resolution to exercise? Join us for a walk along our beautiful beach.

See our website for more information: Sltcharity.com Email: lisaalpi@hotmail.com

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Father, you have taught us to overcome our sins, by prayer, fasting and works of mercy. When we are discouraged by our weakness, give us confidence in your love. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. – Amen.

Dear Parishioners, We are so proud of our 4th Grade Religious Education Teacher Debbie Williams-Stiffler and her Girl Scout Troop #2205 from Beryl Heights Elementary school. They have created a new program with the Redondo Beach Police Department. This program is called “Kid Kits.” These kits will be placed in the back of the RBPD squad cars. Each ‘Kid Kit’ will have toys for babies through the teen years. Items include Lovies (sewn by the girls them-selves) for the babies, art supplies, cars, stuffed animals, Legos, journals, fidget spinners, action figures and more. The idea is to bring a little comfort to children facing stressful situations. When a child is involved in one of these stressful situations, an officer will open the “kid kit” and allow that child to pick a toy to help comfort them while the situation is being handled. The child will get to keep that toy. Troop 2205 has sold nuts and cookies for two years to help fund the toys.

EMs for Little Company of Mary Hospital

Do you enjoy being a Eucharistic Minister? If so, please consider being an EM to the sick at

Providence Little Company of Mary hospital in Torrance.

Sundays at the 10am Mass in their Chapel Once a month

If you feel called for this ministry or want more information,

please contact Madeline

310.540.1710

God bless you!

May Crowning of Mary Ceremony

7 to 8 pm Wednesday, May 16th

O’Gorman Center 4625 Garnet Street, Torrance

All are invited!

There will be a small reception after the crowning, followed by our regular meeting.

Pelican generously donated the cases to help get this program off the ground. The goal is to grow this project locally and nationally. Debbie is actively seeking local troops to take on this project in their community. The girls plan to help them get started by training them and providing them with a few items to help get it off the ground. The girls Magdalena S., Chloe C., Sarah D., Kate M. and Samantha M. are parishioners of St. James and attend Religious Education. They are pictured at left with their extraordinary troop leader and our teacher Debbie! God Bless You!

Diana Holly,

Director, Religious Education

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May/June 2018

Sunday Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Saturday

May 13

Mother’s Day

May 14

Medjugorje

Prayer Group

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 15

Mom’s Group

10 am, PC 4, 5

May 16

Bible Study

8:45 am

Kavanagh Hall

Sacred Heart

Devotion

12:30 pm, Church

SJS Spring Sing

7 pm Church

Catholic Daughters

7:30 pm, O’Gorman Cen-

ter

May 17

Toddler Time

9:30 am, PC 4,5

Bingo

6:45 pm

Kavanagh Hall

Men’s

Cornerstone

7 pm, PC 5

May 18

Toddler Time

9:30 am, PC 4,5

May 19

Confessions

4 pm Church

May 20

Pentecost Sunday

Bundle Sunday

8 am -12 pm

Church Parking Lot

May 21

Medjugorje

Prayer Group

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 22

Mom’s Group

10 am, PC 4, 5

Bible Study

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 23

Bible Study

8:45 am

Kavanagh Hall

Sacred Heart

Devotion

12:30 pm, Church

May 24

Bingo

6:45 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 25

Rite of Confirmation

7 pm, Church

May 26

Confessions

4 pm Church

May 27

Holy Trinity

May 28

Memorial Day

Office Closed

8 am Daily Mass

Only

Medjugorje

Prayer Group

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 29

Bible Study

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

May 30

Bible Study

8:45 am

Kavanagh Hall

Sacred Heart

Devotion

12:30 pm, Church

May 31

Bingo

6:45 pm

Kavanagh Hall

June 1

June 2

Confessions

4 pm Church

June 3

Farewell Mass

Sr. Mary Margaret

& Sr. Lana

12 Noon Mass

Luncheon

1 pm Kavanagh Hall

June 4

Medjugorje

Prayer Group

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

June 5

Mom’s Group

10 am, PC 4, 5

Bible Study

7 pm

Kavanagh Hall

June 6

Bible Study

8:45 am

Kavanagh Hall

Sacred Heart

Devotion

12:30 pm, Church

June 7

Toddler Time

9:30 am, PC 4,5

Bingo

6:45 pm

Kavanagh Hall

June 8

Toddler Time

9:30 am, PC 4,5

SJS 8th Grade

Graduation

4 pm, Church

June 9

Confessions

4 pm Church

Save the Date: Cornerstone for Women Retreat—Fri., Sept. 14th, 6pm - Sat., Sept. 15, 8p m

Shining Stars in Christ Gala - Nov. 10

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Priest celebrant may change according to circumstances. For prayer requests or to request a Mass intention, call the Parish Office. 310.372.5228

Weekly Mass Intentions

Prayer Requests

For those suffering illness, infirmity, and those in need of our prayers:

Bill Hallett, Mary Pandey Family

From death to new life. For the souls of the recently departed,

that through the mercy of God, they may rest in peace:

George Kasparian, Geraldine Dizon, John Gray Saint, Rufino Chua, Julita Gonzales,

Soledad Osena

Responsorial Psalms and Readings

Monday:

The Lord will give him a seat

with the leaders of his people.

Acts 1:15-17, 20-26 / Jn 15:9-17

Tuesday:

Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth.

Acts 20:17-27 / Jn 17:1-11a

Wednesday:

Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth.

Acts 20:28-38 / Jn 17:11b-19

Thursday:

Keep me safe, O God; you are my hope.

Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 / Jn 17:20-26

Friday:

The Lord has established his throne in heaven.

Acts 25:13b-21 / Jn 21:15-19

Saturday: Morning:

The just will gaze on your face, O Lord.

Acts 28:16-20, 30-31 / Jn 21:20-25

Sunday: Vigil:

Lord, send out your Spirit,

and renew the face of the earth.

Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5 / Rom 8:22-27 / Jn 7:37-39

Sunday:

Lord, send out your Spirit,

and renew the face of the earth.

Acts 2:1-11 / 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25 /

Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15

Mother’s Day Cards

Offer a Novena of Masses for your mother. Cards are still available in church vestibules

Sat.

8 am

5:30 pm

May 12

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Jim

Katherine Grace

Robert Galoso

Longin Kleniewski

Sunday

6:30 am

8 am

10 am

12 noon

5:30 pm

May 13

Fr. Simeon

Msgr. Mike

Fr. IK

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Simeon

Aida Magadia

Esther Lizardo

Mother’s Day Novena

St. James Parishioners

Julia D’Lando

Mason Phillips

The Corbett Sisters

Mary Jane Gernat Jambor

Katherine Grace Pagbilao

Monday

8 am

12 noon

May 14

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Simeon

Maria Samaniego

Mother’s Day Novena

Tuesday

8 am

12 noon

May 15

Fr. Simeon

Msgr. Mike

Mother’s Day Novena

Isidra Soriano

Wed.

8 am

12 noon

May 16

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Jim

Jim Meyers

Mother’s Day Novena

Thurs.

8 am

12 noon

May 17

Fr. Jim

Fr. Simeon

Mother’s Day Novena

Bruce L. Walters

Friday

8 am

12 noon

May 18

Fr. Simeon

Msgr. Mike

Chela Camacho

Mother’s Day Novena

Sat.

8 am

5:30 pm

May 19

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Simeon

Mother’s Day Novena

Delia Querubin

Soledad Yeoy

Sunday

6:30 am

8 am

10 am

12 noon

5:30 pm

May 20

Fr. Jim

Msgr. Mike

Msgr. Mike

Fr. Simeon

Fr. IK

Mother’s Day Novena

Margaret & Andrew Jambor

Katherine Grace

Mike Alegria

Gregory Meichtry

Danny Caranci

Virginia Salvador

Robert Sjodin

Jim Meyers

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