TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church 10727 So. Downey Ave., Downey, CA. 90241 Phone: (562) 923-3246 Fax: (562) 862-7020 www.olphdowney.org

Lying at a rich man’s door was a poor man named Lazarus

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday – Thursday: Fridays: Saturday: Sunday:

8:30am 8:30am 8:30am 9:00am

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7:00pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 3:00pm

OFFICE CLOSED: (Monday - Friday) 1:00pm - 2:00pm

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday: ENGLISH 5:00pm (Vigil) Sunday: ENGLISH 6:30am, 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 5:00pm ESPAÑOL 1:30pm, 7:00pm Children’s Liturgy of the Word (9:30am, 1:30pm, 7:00pm) Morning Prayer: 7:55am (Monday - Friday) Morning Mass: Monday - Saturday 8:15am

Confession Time/Horario de Confesiones: Saturday/Sabado 3:45pm - 4:45pm

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PASTOR’S COLUMN Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, “Woe to the complacent in Zion! Lying beds of ivory … their wanton revelry shall be done away with …” Amos 8:5 The sin of selfishness plagues the world. It is all about “me” and my comfort. There is no room for the Gospel values like compassion and generosity towards those in need. This does not mean that we do not find people that give us great testimony of being Christ-like. But there is so much need for a conversion in many of us, that God will soften our hearts. “If they will not listen to Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be persuaded if someone should rise from the dead” Luke 16:19-31 Let us draw close to Christ, the only one that may save us from the scourge of selfishness. “Our Lord Jesus Christ … who alone has immortality …” 1 Timothy 6:11-16 Lee Atwater, a famous political leader, was a man that hurt many people. It took a brain tumor and an encounter with Jesus Christ to bring him to the light. He recognized all the wrong he had done, converted to Catholicism and made amends for his wrongs. “My illness helped me to see that what was missing in Society is what was missing in me: a little heart, a lot of brotherhood. You could acquire all you want and still feel empty… We must address this spiritual vacuum at the heart of American society, this tumor of the soul.” Saints of God, help us! Monsignor Lorenzo Miranda

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Our Lady of Perpetual Help School Student Non-Discrimination Policy The school, mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students regardless of race, color or national and/or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, and programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, medical condition, sex or national and/or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs, although certain athletic leagues and other programs may limit participation and some archdiocesan schools operate as single sex schools. While the school does not discriminate against students with special needs, a full range of services may not always be available to them. Decisions concerning the admission and continued enrollment of a student in the school are based upon the student’s emotional, academic and physical abilities and the resources available to the school in meeting the student’s needs.

PAPAL INTENTION FOR SEPTEMBER General Intention: That each may contribute to the common good and to the building of a society that places the human person at the center. Missionary Intention: That by participating in the Sacraments and meditating on Scripture, Christians may become more aware of their mission to evangelize.

PAGE 3 NEEDED: CALENDAR SPONSOR FOR 2017 We are in need of a sponsor for our 2017 calendars. The name of your business is prominently displayed on the calendar each month.

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There are about 5,000 registered parishioners at OLPH

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There are between 3000 - 4000 people at Mass each weekend Contact: Betty Origel at 562-923-3246

WE PRAY TO THE LORD For those suffering illness, infirmity, and those in need of our prayers.

For those who have gone before us, Life has changed, not ended.

 Esperanza Flores

 Cesar Gomez

 Sr. Mercedes Machuca

 Olivia Welsh

 Jose Mercado

 Pasqual Luongo

 Giorgio Rebod

 Agueda Quintela

 Alfredo Lozano

 Jesus Francisco Mora Jr.

 Geselle Maria Gomez

 Mary Weber

 Lola J Nieto

 Edgar Yuvany Parra

 Celina

 Mary Corona

 Tony Ugliano (Lou’s brother)

 Ana Maximina Montero

 Ma Elena Velasco

 Rev. Kevin Taylor

 Melva Guerra

 Carlos Garcia

 Mary Spirito

 Lazaro Guerrero  Kyle Inzunza  Catalina Rodriguez

Lord, Hear Our Prayers

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families. We ask this in the name of thy Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen

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KIDS CORNER

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN

THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS

KIDS NEED TO KNOW HOW TO PROTECT THEMSELVES AT HOME

Rich Sores Bosom Brothers Purple Angels

Flames Warning Linen Torment Agony Dead

We consider our homes to be safe places for our children. But being home alone can pose risks for children. Here are a few tips to teach kids that will help keep them safe when you are not with them at home: 1. Never answer the door if alone. 2. Do not invite anyone in the house without the permission of a parent or babysitter. 3. Write important phone numbers on a list in case of an emergency. For more tips visit: http://www.ncpc.org/ topics/violent -crime-and-personal-safety/ copy_of_home-alone For more information, call our Parish Contact Theresa Nicholas at 562) 862-7268.

STEWARDSHIP Thank you to all the parishioners who support our parish and various ministries. God bless you. Collection for Weekend of September 18, 2016

FAITH BUILDING START WITH GRACE Starting your day with prayer begins the day with grace. Set your alarm for 15 minutes earlier and get up the first time it goes off. Make a morning offering, ask for a safe commute, a productive day, for patience. It’s a small mortification that “strengthens your will and does no harm to your body.” (St Josemaría Escrivá)

Sunday Regular Collection Electronic Collection School Support Capital Improvements

$14,478 $2,037 $50 $3,000

HOLY HUMOR SELF IMAGE, DISCIPLINE, DIETING A middle-aged man wasn't feeling well, so he went to the doctor for a check up. After a thorough examination, the doctor said, "Well, based on my examination, the best thing for you is to cut out all sweets and fatty foods, give up alcohol, and stop smoking." The man said, "Well, to be honest with you Doc, I don't deserve the best. What's the second best?" Cybersalt.org

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ST. DAMIEN OF MOLOKAI Born in Tremelo, Belgium, on January 3, 1840. He joined the Sacred Hearts Fathers in 1860 and received the name Damien. In 1864, he was sent to Honolulu, Hawaii, where he was ordained. For the next nine years he worked in missions on the big island Hawaii. In 1873, he went to the leper colony on Molokai, after volunteering for the assignment. Damien cared for lepers of all ages, but was particularly concerned about the children segregated in the colony. He announced he was a leper in 1885 and continued to build hospitals, clinics, and churches, and some six hundred coffins. He died on April 15, 1889 in Molokai. Slandered by a Protestant minister, Mr. Hyde, Damien was defended by Robert Louis Stevenson, who wrote an impassioned defense of Damien in 1905. Father Damien was canonized in Rome on October 11, 2009. "Not without fear and loathing Father Damian made the choice to go on the island of Molokai in the service of lepers who were there, abandoned by all. So he exposed himself to the disease of which they suffered. With them he felt at home. The servant of the Word became a suffering servant, leper with the lepers, during the last four years of his life. To follow Christ, Father Damian not only left his homeland, but has also staked his health so he, as the word of Jesus announced in today's Gospel tells us, received eternal life." Pope Benedict XVI

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SAN DAMIEN DE MOLOKAI Nació en Tremelo, Bélgica, el 3 de enero de 1840. En 1860 se incorporó a la Orden de los Padres del Sagrado Corazón recibiendo el nombre de Damian. En 1864, fue enviado a Honolulu, Hawaii, donde fue ordenado. En los siguientes nueve años trabajó en las misiones en la isla grande de Hawaii. En 1873, fue a la colonia de leprosos en Molokai, ofreciéndose como voluntario para esa asignación. Damien cuidó leprosos de todas las edades, pero está particularmente SE preocupaba por los niños en la Colonia. En 1885 Él anunció que era un leproso y continuó construyendo hospitales, clínicas e iglesias y como seiscientos ataúdes. Falleció el 15 de abril de 1889 en Molokai. Calumniado por un ministro protestante, Mr. Hyde, Damien fue defendido por Stevenson, quien escribió una apasionada defensa de Él en 1905. Padre Damien fue canonizado en Roma el 11 de octubre del 2009. "No sin miedo y detestándolo el Padre Damián tomó la decisión para ir a la isla de Molokai a servir a los leprosos que estaban allí, abandonados por todos. Así se expuso a la enfermedad que sufrían. Con ellos se sentía en casa. El siervo de la palabra se convirtió en un siervo sufriente, leproso con los leprosos, durante los últimos cuatro años de su vida. Para seguir a Cristo, el padre Damian no sólo salió de patria, sino que también comprometió su salud por lo que, como dice la palabra anunciada por Jesús en el Evangelio de hoy, recibe la vida eterna." Pope Benedict XVI

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VIGESIMOSEXTO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO

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MINISTERIO HISPANO Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo, “Ay de los que se fían de Sión … que se acuestan en camas de marfil … se acabará la orgía de los disolutos …” Amos 8:5 El pecado del egoísmo asecha el mundo. Se trata de “mi” y mi comodidad. No hay espacio para los valores del Evangelio como la compasión y la generosidad hacia los necesitados. Esto no significa que no encontramos personas que dan un bello testimonio de ser como Cristo. Pero hay tanta necesidad de conversión en muchos de nosotros, que el Señor suaviza nuestros corazones. “Si no escuchan a Moisés y a los profetas, no harán caso, ni aunque resucite un muerto” Lucas 16:19-31 Acerquémonos a Cristo, el único que nos puede salvar del azote del egoísmo. “Nuestro Señor Jesucristo … el único que posee la inmortalidad …” 1 Timoteo 6:11-16 Lee Atwater, un famoso líder político, era un hombre que lastimó a muchas personas. Tuvo que tener un tumor cerebral y un encuentro con Jesucristo para llevarlo a la luz. El reconoció todo el mal que había hecho, se convirtió al catolicismo e hizo compensaciones por todo el mal que hizo a otros. “Mi enfermedad me ayudó a ver lo que faltaba en la sociedad, en mi persona: un poquito de corazón y mucha fraternidad. Podrías adquirir todo lo que deseabas, pero continuarás vacío … Tenemos que enfrentar este vacío espiritual en el corazón de la vida Americana, este tumor del alma ...” Santos de Dios, ayúdenos!

Monseñor Lorenzo Miranda

Se lo que Dios quiere de ti y encenderás al mundo en fuego Santa Catarina de Siena

DIRECTORIO DEL MINISTERIO HISPANO - VER LA PAGINA 8

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PROTEGIENDO LOS NIÑOS LOS NIÑOS DEBEN SABER CÓMO PROTEGERSE CUANDO ESTÁN SOLOS EN CASA Creemos que nuestros hogares son lugares seguros para nuestros hijos. Pero estar solos en casa puede traer riesgos para ellos. Aquí van algunos consejos para que enseñen a sus hijos cómo estar seguros cuando están solos en casa: 1. Nunca abran la puerta cuando están solos. 2. No inviten a nadie a entrar sin el permiso de un padre o niñera. 3. Anoten los números de teléfono importantes para casos de emergencia. Para obtener más consejos, visite http:// www.ncpc.org/topics/violent-crime-and-personal -safety/copy_of_home-alone

Del 28 de septiembre – al 6 de noviembre Por favor únete a los cristianos a través de la nación y el mundo que se reúnen en las clínicas de aborto locales a unirse en oración para poner fin al aborto. La clínica de abortos en Downey se encuentra en el 8635 Firestone Blvd y está abierta incluso los domingos. Por favor, ven a formar parte de este movimiento mundial de oración para orar por las madres en crisis de embarazo a escoger la vida en lugar de la muerte de su hijo por nacer. Por favor haga su parte para terminar el aborto en nuestra ciudad viniendo a orar! Las inscripciones se tomarán frente a la iglesia hoy. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Patti Sharpe en [email protected], o con nuestra Presidenta de Respeto a la Vida, Linda Malme.

Se invita a todos los matrimonios a Vivir un Fin se Semana del Encuentro Matrimonial 14, 15, 16 de octubre Para mas información: Llame a Michele y Martin López al 562-659-7432 Coordinadores del grupo del EMM de Downey

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Mensaje del Diácono Carlos Mis hermanas y hermanos: El Evangelio nos habla de un señor rico, que goza la vida: tiene dinero, come bien, bebe bien. A su puerta golpea un pobre llamado Lázaro; está enfermo con llagas, tiene hambre y sed. Sufre soledad. Unos perritos de casa lo notan y quieren consolarlo y le lamen las llagas, El rico no se da cuenta que ahí hay un pobre, no tiene tiempo ni la misericordia de preocuparse de el. Por eso no hace nada, Jesús dice que en el día de la justicia, el rico será condenado por no haber hecho nada por el pobre. El pobre será reconocido como hijo de Dios, El rico no es condenado por haber hecho algo malo en contra del pobre Lázaro. En verdad no lo ha explotado, ni robado, ni le ha echado los perros en contra de el, ni siquiera le ha hablado groseramente, simplemente no ha abierto los ojos para verlo, no ha hecho nada, ha sido indiferente con el. Ese es el pecado que Dios condena. Tal vez mucho de nosotros no hacemos mal a nadie. Muchos decimos: yo soy honrado, no robo, no mato, no tengo problemas con la policía, si soy padre de familia podríamos decir no maltrato a mi esposa, les doy buenos consejos a mis hijos. Pero eso no basta para ser Cristiano, desde el momento que me encierro dentro de mismo y me olvido que otros tienen necesidades, no soy Cristiano. Por que estoy cometiendo el pecado de la indiferencia y ese pecado es condenado por Dios. El pasado sábado, 17 de septiembre se celebró una Misa Solemne presidida por el Obispo Oscar Solís y ahí se instaló oficialmente a Msgr. Lorenzo Miranda como Párroco de nuestra Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro. En esta hermosa misa, Msgr. pidió nuestra oraciones para que el Señor le inspire a ser buen Párroco para toda la comunidad tanto la que habla ingles como la que habla español. BIENVENIDO MSGR. LORENZO Bendiciones, Diácono Carlos

Viene el Carnaval 14, 15, 16 de octubre Venta de boletos 20 boletos por $10 Domingo, 2 y 9 de octubre 9am - 3pm Plaza de la Iglesia

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MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, September 24 8:15 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 5:00 pm Elisa Fratti (RIP) Carmen Monge (RIP) Sunday, September 25 6:30 am Jean Weber (RIP) Carmen Mendez (RIP) 8:00 am Charlene McCluskey (RIP) Natividad Fontanilla (RIP) 9:30 am Frank Hernandez (RIP) Josefina Rojas (RIP) 11:30 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 1:30 pm Romulo Granados Benitez (RIP) George Almaguer (RIP) 5:00 pm Jesus David Santos (RIP) Conrado Zarate (RIP) 7:00 pm Jose Zavala (RIP) Pedro Antonio Rodriguez (RIP) Monday, September 26 8:15 am Alfredo Trajano (RIP) Tuesday, September 27 8:15 am Ismael Arceo (RIP) Mary Corona (RIP) Wednesday, September 28 8:15 am Mary Joan Day (RIP) Thursday, September 29 8:15 am Virginia Olea (RIP) Friday, September 30 8:30 am Violeta Galdamez Saturday, October 1 8:15 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 5:00 pm Eliseo Herrera (RIP) Daniel Torres Anthony Torres (RIP) Sunday, October 2 6:30 am Jorge Castaneda (RIP) Mary Weber (RIP) 8:00 am Zarela T Uzqueda (RIP) Mary Corona (RIP) 9:30 am Charlene McCluskey (RIP) Olivia Welsh (RIP) 11:30 am Obdulia Zepeda (RIP) 1:30 pm Gabriela Rivera Francisca Santillan (RIP) 5:00 pm Fr. Juan Ochoa Fr. Parker Sandoval 7:00 pm Salome Galindez (RIP) Dolores Gomez Gonzalez (RIP)

Pastor: Associate Pastor: Regular Sunday Supply: Permanent Deacons: Parish Business Manager: Secretary: Bulletin Editor: Family Life Director: Liturgy Coordinator: Development/Facility: Director of Music: Pastoral Council: Finance Council: Regional Vocations Director:

STAFF Monsignor Lorenzo Miranda Rev. Ambrose Udoji Bishop Joe Sartoris - Retired Charles Denisac (RIP) Carlos Origel Richard Medina Betty Origel - ext. 205 [email protected] Patricia Inzunza ext. 201 [email protected] Erika Sanchez - ext. 221 [email protected] Olivia Denisac - ext. 204 Theresa Nicholas ext. 211 [email protected] Hector Perez - ext. 220 [email protected] Amy Brent - ext. 211 Chair: John Saavedra ~ Co-Chair:Vicki Carnavale Chair: Ray Brown ~ Vice-Chair: Debbie Hale Rev. Angel Castro - St. Helen’s (562) 563-3522

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday (3:30pm - 8:30pm) (562) 862-7268 ~ [email protected] Director: Theresa Nicholas Secretary: Mary Rogers Confirmation Coordinator: Daniel Rodriguez Communion Coordinator: Maria Estevez RCIA/RCIT Coordinator: Ruby Gaytan [email protected] OLPH SCHOOL 10441 Downey Ave., Downey ~ 562-869-9969 PARISH MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS Catholic Women’s Guild: 3rd Wednesday of month at 10 am School Hall Paula Mayfield 923-3518 Sunday Scriptures Study Melodie Santana 544-8188 Gino Bosdachin 688-3836 Little Rock Bible Study Respect Life Committee Richard Ching 382-3360 Linda Malme 869-6491 Paul Lamotte 869-1234 Los Padrinos Detention Ministry Couples for Christ Sr. Teresa Doherty 940-8711 Knights of Columbus Albert Mendoza 951-264-1822 John Kirschner 923-1932 Ma Cecile Mendoza 858-2326 MINISTERIO HISPANO RESPONSABLES: Diácono Carlos Origel

COLABORADORES: Maria Bertieri • Rosa Bulnes • Emma Romo Teresa Morales • Higinio y Olimpia Cosio • Aaron Lugo

CORO: 1:30 pm y 7 pm APOSTOLADO DE LA CRUZ viernes 7 pm Efrain Andrade (562) 305-1927 Rosa Bulnes 417-6624 ENSAYOS DE LOS COROS jueves 7 pm ENCUENTRO MATRIMONIAL miércoles 7 pm GRUPO DE ORACIÓN lunes 7 pm Martin y Michele Lopez 659-7432 Humberto Ascani (562) 413-0912 CURSILLOS DE CRISTIA NDAD ROSARIO martes 6 pm Miguel y Teresa Vela 879-9516 Aaron Lugo 806-9823 DIVORCIADOS Y SEPARADOS Maria Paredes 397-6444

SACRAMENTS & MORE Baptism: Pre-baptismal Preparation Classes required for parents and godparents prior to scheduling Baptism. It is highly recommended parents and godparents attend classes BEFORE the child is born. Marriage: Call the parish office at least six (6) months (strongly recommend one (1) year) in advance to make arrangements. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the parish office. To schedule a visit by a priest, we highly recommend that you call early in the illness. Quinceañeras: Call the parish office at least six (6) months in advance to make arrangements. The young lady must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and First Eucharist. It is highly recommended that the young lady be enrolled in Confirmation. Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Every Thursday after the Morning Mass First Friday of the Month Eucharistic Adoration: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Benediction: 5:30 pm FOR MORE PARISH INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

www.olphdowney.org

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OLPH’S WOMENS GUILD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 10AM - SCHOOL HALL Our guest speaker will be Downey Mayor, Alex Saab who will speak on the latest developments of our city plus his personal journey that includes being an alumni of OLPH School. Due to the Mayor’s tight schedule we will start promptly at 10am. A fabulous salad luncheon will be provided. In lieu of the normal $10 donation we ask that you bring cans of tuna in support of the Skidrow Sandwich program. Bingo will be played after lunch.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

OLPH Carnival

is coming

October 14, 15, 16 RIDE TICKET PRE-SALE 20 tickets for $10 Sunday, October 2 and 9 9am - 3pm Church Piazza

BUNDLE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9

SEPTEMBER 28 – NOVEMBER 6

Items collected will be given to the Society of St Vincent de Paul to help them in their endless efforts to assist the needy. Please bring any usable clothing, household goods, small appliances, miscellaneous items and newspaper.

Join Christians across the nation and the world who will come together at their local abortion clinics to unite in prayer for the end of abortion.

The truck will be in the 6th Street parking lot from 8:30am until 1:30pm. For special pick-up of heavy items, please call 323-224-6280 OLPH Women’s Guild is Sponsoring

Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort

Downey’s abortion clinic is located at 8635 Firestone Blvd and is open for business even on Sundays. Become a part of this world-wide prayer movement to pray for mothers in a crisis pregnancies to choose Life instead of death for their unborn child. Please do your part in ending abortion in our city by coming to pray! Sign-ups will be taken in front of the church today. For more information please contact Patti Sharpe at [email protected] or our Respect Life Chairperson Linda Malme (see directory page 8. Tuesday, October 11 Cost: $15 you will receive a $5 casino voucher. Free bingo played on the bus. Reserve your seat: Terry Wright 562-862-6408 Norma Perez 323-564-4692