Fourth Sunday of Easter

A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908

St. Rita of Cascia

April 21, 2013

MASS TIMES
SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 N WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri, and Sat. 8 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Service) HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(Confession) Saturdays 4-5 pm or by appointment DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Saturday 7:50 am ADORATION First Friday 8:30 am5 pm, Rectory Oratory

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V.F.Pastor Deacon Manuel Valencia Deacon John Hull 318 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626/355-1292 FAX: 626/355-2290 www.st-rita.org

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Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.Pastor
626.355.1292 x. 228 revkrek@st-rita.org Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Dcn. John Hulljohnhull65@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Weekend Presiders: 10 am MassFr. Chris Thiel, OFM Capuchin 12 Noon MassRev. Msgr. John Morales

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Parish Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org Altar Servers, Youth: Kathy Ganino: 626.398.9302 Altar Servers, Adult: Bill Cosso Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino: 626.398.9302 Rosary Prayer Group: Susan Day: 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. Vigil: Gary Fidone/Bill & Patti Huber Sunday Masses: 7:30-Bill Cosso/David Banis; 10:00-David Muhs; 12N-Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley, Margaret Duran Porter: (Evening Church Lockup) Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Denise Villalovos/Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org 355.1292

How to Contact Us
Parish Office/Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm. Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Director of Administration
Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: Call Parish Office: 355.1292 Christian Family: Sheila Pierce 355.8332 Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry: 626.289.3504; 626.446.6715 Mens Club: Nick Sotis: 358-2495 nick.sotis@pro-sites.net New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Patty Sullivan: 355.3707 psullivan514@gmail.com Senior Ministry: Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Shawl Ministry: Mary Taillac 355.3179 Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Pastoral Council Vice Chair

George Landis: 626.792.0445

Finance Council Chair

Bill Sullivan: 355.3707

St. Rita SchoolOffice: 626.355.6114

Principal: Joanne Harabedian jharabedian@st-rita.org

Other Contacts
Archivist: Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org 355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Director of Liturgy & Music Paul Puccinelli: mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Cristina Cullen: 355.3841 dre@st-rita.org Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Theresa Bui Costanzo: 626.590.8828 ym@st-rita.org RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Team: Deacon Manuel and Chela Valencia; Susan Blakeslee: rcia@st-rita.org

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners
St. Rita ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish Office (355.1292) or Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org.

For Information about the

Sacrament of Baptism
Baptismal Preparation for parents and godparents: 7 8:30 pm the last Monday of the month. Call for Reservations. Baptisms are usually the first Sunday of the month.

Anointing of the Sick

Please notify us (355.1292) as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lords special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares!

Sacraments of Reconciliation and first Eucharist

Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or St. Rita Elementary School.

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One

Please call us at 355.1292 If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, we will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors; refer you to our liturgy and music directors; and offer you helpful guidelines and a book that will aid in the selection of readings for the Mass or Memorial Service. Areas we can help you with prior to the passing may help in the planning of funeral services. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest, sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

Sacrament of Matrimony
Contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

Sacrament of Confirmation

A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Religious Education.

NOTE: Adult applicants for the sacraments should contact the Parish Office.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

See adjoining column.

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REV. MSGR. RICHARD KREKELBERG

OF

CASCIA CHURCH

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PASTORS CORNER
Dear Parishioners,
This Fourth Sunday in the Easter Season draws us to Jesus, The Good Shepherd, and the Good Shepherd declares,

I know my sheep. They hear my voice, and they follow me.

As Christians, there is hardly a more powerful image for us than that of Jesus tending his flock, carrying the strayed lamb on his shoulders, returning it to the flock, and seeking out the lost sheep. And yet it is ultimately the Good Shepherds power to lay down life and take it up again that really counts the most and gives meaning to all else that he does as a good shepherd. The laying down and taking up again is his power to promise us and give to us the risen life. Remember that the easy formula for living the risen life is simply to have enough faith and enough hope to meet the challenges of the daywith enough love. Jesus himself used that formula to complete his mission of redemption. It is because Jesus was one with his heavenly father and hearing his voice, that he had enough faith for the cross, enough hope to endure it, and enough love to die. It is more than worthwhile, then, that we consider the qualities of Jesus good shepherding. Number one, he risks his own life freely to protect his flock and without counting the cost. This is truly an amazing self-giving for the sake of others that flows from pure generosity of heart. Can we recall the last time we did something of an unselfish nature out of pure generosity of heart? By listening to the voice of Jesus leading us, is there anything weve done out of generosity of heart for a neighbor in need, for my spouse, for the kidsfor anybody? For a Christian disciple there is no substitution for being in relationship to Jesus. The Good Shepherd knows his own and they know him. Thats how connected a good pastor is to his flock. This is a hard one for me. I cant even remember the names of all of the altar servers when I want to, let alone 1200 families. Yet I know how good I feel when someone recognizes me and says my name without hesitation; of course that just embarrasses me all the more when I cant recall his or her name. The Good Shepherd knows us, but do we truly know him? Do we recognize his voice amidst the din of our everyday lives? If we do not hear him calling us and speaking to us with that gentle shepherds voice, it is unlikely that we will have the courage to speak truth in our conversations with others, to have courage to make daily decisions based on faith, or to detect Gods presence in the world around us. Today let us seek the Easter Season blessing and grace of being good shepherds in whatever life situation God might place us. We cannot be sure of what comes tomorrow for each of us what might be required of usbut let us pray that we will bring to today and tomorrow the generous heart of the Good Shepherda heart that gives freely, not counting the cost, a heart that desires to know and make real connection, a heart that protects from the wolves that scatter. We can do this! Not all by ourselves, but with the help of the one who shepherds us stillthe one who has power to lay down life and the power to take it up again. Msgr. Richard

PASTORS NEWSNOTES
Parish Pastoral CouncilGoing back though my files to 2004, I noticed that I failed to include some great parishioners who also served St. Rita Parish as members of the Pastoral Council: Jackie Bagnuolo Doris Behrens Cheryl Brooks Kathy Coyne Sara Landis Alan Leahy Richard Santiago

Discovering these names from my first year as pastor just reminded me once again of how blessed I (and all of us) have been by these who know what it means to hear the voice of the Good Shepherd and follow him. This weekend we will have had our Discernment Day of Prayer with Sr. Cheryl. Please continue to pray for those listening and discerning the call to serve and shepherd. Msgr. Richard

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SATURDAY, APRIL 20
8:00 AM 5:30 PM

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

Johnny Doran RIP Pauline Gravagna RIP

7:30 AM Jack Droege RIP 10:00 AM Alice Feeney RIP 12 NOON For All Parishioners

PARISHIONERS WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND RETURN TO GOOD HEALTH Diane Ridley, Richard Forcione, Maria Carmen Marti, Dennis & Clare Marquardt, Rosemary Fryzm, Andy Pulley, Katherine Haderlein, John J. McCoy, Andy Heller, JoAnn E. Douglass, Kathleen Ramsey, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Joanna Singleton, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Tim Stanley, Antoinette Wassef, Theresa Morcos, Aspet Herapetian, Rose Mary Taquino, Selma Tuffs, David Duran, Paul Viger, Julie Meyer, Zdenka Czerny, Cliff Hancuff, Wendy Wolf Fadel, Dorothy Van Gordon, Hal Finney, Christa Owen, Ailey Gardner-Ybarra, Cathy Hundshamer, Eva Bernejo, Laurie Larkin Masella, Edith Olah, Matteo Begnoche, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Mildred Vocelka, Joseph Moore, Effie DeGroot, Ned Vento.

Rudy Fundter

MONDAY, APRIL 22
8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 5:30 PM

TUESDAY, APRIL 23

Guillermo Romero RIP

Father of Parishioner Robert (Susie), Grandfather of Teresa & Reed Fundter

Thomas McGoldrick
(former parishioner)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 THURSDAY, APRIL 25 FRIDAY, A PRIL 26

Hilda Molina RIP

Communion Service Communion Service Dominic Han Kh RIP

Elio Salvo
(father of Albert Salvo)

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 SUNDAY, APRIL 28

John Sweeney RIP For All Parishioners

Opportunities for Spiritual Growth Wednesday, April 24, Evening Prayer

5:30 pm Meditation 6 pm Prayer Rectory Oratory Contact Deacon John for more information.

7:30 AM Angela Di Marco RIP 10:00 AM Carlo Philip Carretta RIP 12 NOON Angela Di Marco RIP

Thursday Bible Study

Resumes on May 2

FEAST DAYS
St. George, St. Adalbert

Tuesday, April 23
St. Fidelis St. Mark

Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women 9th Annual Spring Mass at the Cathedral Tuesday, May 1410 am

Wednesday, April 24 Thursday, April 25

St. Rita Parish Life

Each organization/ministry listed below has many ways to utilize your talent and time and treasure. Please contact the person listed on page 2 to find out if the organization/ministry is a good fit for you! Adult Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers Adult Servers Bereavement Ministry Christian Family Holy Housekeepers Knit for Kids Music Ministry Parish Office Volunteers St. Rita Guild St. Rita Mens Club Senior Ministry Shawl Ministry Ushers & Greeters

TODAYS READINGS
First ReadingThe word of the Lord continued to spread through the whole region
(Acts 13:14, 43-52).

PsalmWe are his people, the sheep of his flock (Psalm 100). Second ReadingI had a vision of a great multitude (Revelation 7:9, 14b-17). GospelMy sheep hear my voice; I know them and give them eternal life (John 10:27-30).

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St. Rita School
Edge Monday, April 22, 4 pm, Gara Youth NiteWednesday, April 24, 7 pm, Gara Year 1 ConfirmationSat., May 4, 4 pm, OMalley Youth MassSaturday, May 4, 5:30 pm Service: St. Francis Center, Saturday, April 27, 8:30 am-1:15 pm Service: Union Station, Sunday, May 5, 7:30-10am Youth Ministry Trip to Belize Members of our St. Rita Youth Ministry groups, along with parent chaperones, will travel to Belize in mid-June to assist in child ministry, sports ministry, and repair of homes/ churches. This weekend we will be outside of Church, after all the Masses, to answer your questions and ask for your financial helpand especially your prayersfor this outreach ministry. Theresa Costanzo ym@st-rita.org Catholic Education gives a child an advantage for life!

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Monday, May 6Catholic Charities Annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner at the Quiet Cannon in Montebello. Join us at this special event recognizing and honoring our St. Rita School Campus Ministry. Archbishop Jose H. Gomez will be the guest speaker. All parishioners are welcome. Contact the School Office for ticket information. Thursday, May 16Grandparents/Special Person Day & May Crowning. For more information about this annual and special event, please contact the School. Office

~Support St. Rita School~

There are so many easy ways you can help us when you market and shoppurchase scrip for markets, stores, and restaurants; register your Ralphs Reward card; register your Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover, ATM, and Diners cards; save box tops. Want to know more? Please contact the School Office. St. Rita School Office 355-6114

St. Ritas Mens Club

Clay Schubert 1 Mile & 5K Fun Run
Sunday, May 5, 2013 5K at 8 am 1 Mile immediately after

Our President, Nick Sotis, has threatened to wear his vintage short-shorts for the run! Interested? Want to know more? The form is available on our website: st-rita.org or Tim OConnor 355-5053 Bill Sullivan 355-3707

Safeguard the Children

Safeguard the Children Parish Committee HandbookThe goal of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Safeguard the Children is to support and provide training and resources for the Safeguard the Children Parish Committees which are the foundation of our efforts to protect children and young people from child sexual abuse. The Handbook has been created to help parishes and schools to fulfill this role. To view the Handbook online, please visit: archla.org/protecting

St. Rita Guild

Our next meeting will be on Friday, May 3, at 9 am in OMalley Hall. We will be discussing our final plans for the Feast of St. Rita on May 22please join us!
Patty Sullivan 355-3707 psullivan514@gmail.com

Tai Chi at St. Rita

Deadline for Bulletin articles is Thursday, 10 days before desired publication date. bulletin@st-rita.org or bring to the Parish Office. Do you want to share our Bulletin with family, friends, and former parishioners? Its onlinejust tell them our website: st-rita.org Although sponsored by St. Rita Senior Ministry, this ongoing class is available to all adults. We are currently learning the Yang short form Tai Chi. Improve balance and flexibility as you exercise your brain. Classes are held every Thursday in OMalley, from 10-11 am. $5 per class.
Marilyn McKernan 355-1292 x233 Marilyn@st-rita.org

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This Week at St. Rita

Weekend of April 20-21Youth Ministry Appeal Outreach Ministry to Belize
See page 5 for more information.

~Mark your calendars~

For the very busy month of May!
Saturday, May 4First Communion (St. Rita School) Sunday, May 5Mens Club Fun Run Monday, May 6Catholic Charities Dinner (honoring St. Rita School) Saturday, May 11First Communion (Religious Ed) Thursday, May 16May Crowning of the Blessed Mother

This Sunday, April 21World Day of Prayer for Vocations NOTE: Saturday, April 27NO Confessions

Saturday, April 27Confirmation

5:30 pm Bishop Alexander Salazar

Sunday, May 19Pacific Islanders celebrate St. Rita Wednesday, May 22Feast of St. Rita Sunday, May 2640th Anniversary Monsignor Richards Ordination

Opportunities for Spiritual Growth

Pray the RosaryAfter weekday 8 am Mass Wednesday, April 24, Evening Prayer
5:30 pm Meditation 6 pm Prayer Rectory Oratory

Thursday Bible Study

Class resumes May 2.

Save the Date

Sunday, April 28Catholicism
4 pm OMalley Hall

Catholic Community & Local Events

Grief Support GroupThursdays (ongoing) 3-4:30 pm. Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly, Pasadena 91103 RSVP: Jody Casserly, LCSW 626/918-2273 St. Francis High SchoolSat. & Sun., April 27 & 28. Giant yard sale. 8:30-3 on Sat., 8:30-1:30 on Sun. More information: 818/790-0325 Catholic SinglesSun., Apr. 28, 11:15 am. L.A. Catholic Alumni Club invites you to Mass at Holy Family Church, 1501 S. Fremont Ave., South Pasadena, followed by brunch at a local restaurant. Info: Mary 626/422-6297 Fingerprinting St. AnthonyWed., May 1. 1901 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel. Afternoon and early evening. Call for appointment: 626/288-5511 St. Luke The Evangelist-Sat., May 4. 5605 Cloverly Avenue, Temple City. Morning and afternoon. Call for appointment: 626/291-5900 x227 Gala 2013Saturday, May 4. Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy annual dinner and fundraiser. Info: Charlotte Saydah gala@fsha.org 626/685-8397 Annual Golf ClassicMonday, May 13. Benefits Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center. Held at Glendora Country Club. Tournament and dinner. Online registration: passionist.org/materdolorosa/golf classic Or contact parishioner Pat Wickhem, Tournament Chair 626/416-8824 pickempat1@aol.com

Monday, April 29Baptism Preparation Class

For May 5 Baptisms 7 pm Parish Office Meeting Room

Friday, May 3St. Rita Guild Meeting

See page 5 for information. After the 8 am Mass until 5 pm Rectory Oratory

Friday, May 3Adoration

First Communion
Saturday, May 4St. Rita School Children 10 am Saturday, May 11St. Rita Religious Education Children 10 am

Sunday, May 5Mens Club Annual 5K/1Mile Fun Run

See page 5 for more information.

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