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3175 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA 93003 Phone: (805) 642-7966 Fax: (805) 642-7635 www.olaventura.com
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time – February 10, 2019
But by the grace of God I am what I am...
-1 Corinthians 15:10
Sin embargo, por la gracia de Dios, soy lo que soy...
-1 Corintios 15:10
PASTOR SCHEDULE OF MASSES CONFESSIONS OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION
REV. LEON HUTTON Monday - Friday: Monday: 8:30 AM PARISH SCHOOL (PRE K-8TH GRADE)
6:30 AM, 8:00 AM Wednesday: 5:30 PM 3169 Telegraph Road
PAROCHIAL VICAR Mrs. Patricia Groff, Principal
REV. JOSEPH CHOI 5:30 PM (1st Friday) Saturday: 8:30 AM, 4:00 PM
School Office: (805) 642-7198
Saturday: LITURGY OF THE HOURS www.olaventura.org
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE
8:00 AM, 5:15 PM Vigil Monday - Saturday: - before 8:00 AM Mass
DN. DON HUNTLEY
Sunday: ROSARY
DEACONS
8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM Monday - Friday: 5:45 AM -
REV. MR. DAN BOJORQUEZ
12:30 PM (Spanish Mass) before 6:30 AM Mass
REV. MR. MIKE BURNS
5:15 PM Monday - Saturday: - after 8:00 AM Mass
REV. MR. RAUL GONZALEZ
REV. MR. DON HUNTLEY Adoration & Benediction following
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ST. BONAVENTURE HIGH SCHOOL
REV. MR. PHIL JOERGER 1st Friday Mass Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 3167 Telegraph Road
Mr. Marc Groff, Principal
REV. MR. ED MILLS Wednesday: 9:00 AM - Sunday: 8:00 AM
School Office: (805) 648-6836
REV. MR. CHARLES WESSLER In St. Julie’s Chapel www.saintbonaventure.com
From Our Pastor Weekly Reflection
Love Never Fails Listening Clearly
On February 14, we celebrate the importance of All three of today’s readings deal in one way or another with
love, both human and divine. The confusion, the experience of being called by God for living a particular
however, comes when we realize that the Church role in helping to build the Kingdom. Isaiah’s experience was
remembers the life and service of Sts. Cyril and deeply mystical. St. Paul was practically mugged by God,
Methodius while our secular culture identifies this day with while St. Peter is called in an almost theatrical way.
St. Valentine. In the popular and sacred culture, this day In the face of all of this we may think, wouldn’t it be nice if
commemorates the importance of love and devotion which God’s call in our own lives could be so clear? Well, in fact it
can be mutually inclusive. is. Clarity, so many times, is not so much a function of the
One legend attributes the Christian adaptation of this day one who speaks as it is the one who listens.
that occurred during the persecutions in the early Church. Isaiah, Jeremiah, Peter, Paul and so many others all be-
The priest Valentine was martyred by the Roman emperor came certain of their call and their mission only when they
for marrying Christian couples. The devotion to stopped concentrating on their own weaknesses and began
St. Valentine grew up incorporating the Roman cult of love to concentrate on God’s strength. So many times in Scrip-
with the saint’s martyrdom. Later medieval literature ture God calls, and humans respond with something like, “I
contributed to the spread of love and romance with can’t do it.” And so many times God’s response to that is, “Of
Valentine’s Day. Today, these signs of affection are course you can’t, not by yourself.”
expressed by the exchange of candy, flowers, and
abundance of Valentine’s Day cards that are shared. The great thing is God doesn’t really ask us to do much. Ra-
ther, he asks us to let him do it through us. Our contribution
The feast of Sts. Cyril and Methodius, however, is the to the prophetic process is no great wisdom or exceptional
primary interest of the Church in its liturgical life. These two skill. Instead it’s our openness to truth, willingness to learn
brothers, known as the Apostles to the Slavic Nations, were and grow, sense of responsibility, and a generous spirit. It
missionaries and teachers who spread the Gospel. Cyril’s may not always be easy, but it is something we each can
first work was to invent an alphabet, still used in some do. And if we do, each of us can be absolutely certain that
Eastern liturgies. His followers probably formed the Cyrillic we are doing precisely what the Father calls us to do.
alphabet. Together Cyril and Methodius translated the
Gospels, the psalter, Paul’s letters and the liturgical books God’s will for us is not at all a puzzle to be solved. He speaks
into Slavonic, and composed a Slavonic liturgy, highly clearly, and that is how we must listen.
irregular then. Their love and dedication for the Slavic
peoples, however, caused resentment among the western Preparing for Next Week«
clergy but support from the papacy allowed them to Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
continue their missionary activity. Reading I - Jeremiah 17:5 - 8
This February 14th, we are presented many qualities of Reading II - 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16 - 20
love through the intervention of St. Valentine and St. Cyril Gospel - Luke 6:17, 20 - 26
and Methodius. In either case, the true gift of love is Our Lady of the Assumption
revealed in service and its divine source. As we hear in 1
Corinthians 12: 31, “Set your hearts on the greater gifts.”
Mission Statement and Welcome
“Our Lady of the Assumption is a welcoming community of
Therefore, in these days, may we aspire to love as we disciples of Jesus Christ in the Roman Catholic Church.
have been loved. Through the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the intercession of
Love is patient, love is kind. Mary, we serve to build the Kingdom of God.”
It is not jealous, it is not pompous,
If you are visiting or are joining us for the first time, we are glad you
it is not inflated, it is not rude, came! All are welcome at OLA. We encourage everyone who
it does not seek its own interests, wishes to join our parish to complete registration forms. Infor-
it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood over injury, mation is available in the Parish Information Center, on the church
it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth. website at www.olaventura.com, at the Welcome Table at Friend-
It bears all things, believes all things, ship Sunday, or call us at (805) 642-7966.
hopes all things, endures all things.
Love never fails. Our Lady of the Assumption Church
Parish Information Center Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fr. Leon Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Parish Information Center will be CLOSED on
th
-2- Monday, February 18 for the Presidents’ Day holiday.
Calendar of Upcoming Events
Date Time Event Page
Feb. 9-10 Feb. 9: 5:15 p.m., Feb. 10: All Masses Healing Mass Weekend 3
Presidents’ Day Mass. No confessions. Parish
Feb. 18 9:00 a.m. 2
Information Center CLOSED
Feb. 20 6:30 p.m. OLA School 1st Reconciliation 6
Feb. 23 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. Blessing of Newly Baptized 4
Feb. 23 10:00 a.m. Religious Education: 1st Reconciliation Day Retreat 6
Feb. 23 - 24 All Masses SVdP Second Collection 4
Feb. 27 6:30 p.m. Religious Education: 1st Reconciliation Day 6
March 1 6:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m. First Friday Masses --
March 5 8:30 a.m., 4:15 p.m. Burning of the Palms --
March 5 6:00 p.m. 2019 Fat Tuesday Celebration and Dinner Dance 7
March 6 See Easter Mailer Ash Wednesday -
March 7 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. University Series Begins 3
March 10 - 12 TBD Parish Mission -
Announcements: bulletin@ola-vta.org
Bulletin: Requests for Febuary 24th bulletin due by 5:00 p.m., February 15th.
Pulpit Announcement: Requests for February 17th Masses due by 9:00 a.m., February 13th.
Parish Life
Together in Mission 18th Annual Partners in Service
~ Awards Dinner
Our Story is Hope
February 24th, 5:00 p.m.
Today, Archbishop Gomez invites Padre Serra Center
every Catholic to make their annual commitment to Congratulations to Jerry Deal and Kathy Kinnear, Our Lady of the
Together in Mission. Assumption’s 2019 honorees! This event brings together parishes
Our parish has been asked to raise $125,200. Last year, from across the county to celebrate their hardworking volunteers,
325 of 3100 parishioners helped us raise $125,334 and while supporting the mission of Catholic Charities of Ventura
helped us to become one of the most generous parishes County. If you are interested in attending the dinner to support your
in the Archdiocese. This year’s theme of “Our Story is fellow parishioners, please contact Genevieve Morlino at Catholic
Hope” reminds us that our gifts to Together in Mission are Charities to receive an invitation! gmorlino@ccharities.org, (805)
an active demonstration of our faith and love for those in 643-4694, ext. 312
our Archdiocese who need our support. Please make a
pledge with the information that was mailed to your home, Healing Mass Weekend
a pledge card found in the pews this weekend, or online at
www.ourmissionla.org/give. February 9th: 5:15 p.m.
February 10th: All Masses
A Catholic healing Mass is a special celebration
of the Mass that aims at helping people find
healing in whatever areas they may require. Please join us
as we join together in prayer for healing.
The University Series
March 7th - April 9th
Pre-registration continues for The University
Series at reduced rates until Monday, February
18th. Pre-register for $5 a class instead of $8 at the door, or buy a
$90 season pass. Each ticket includes a complimentary guest.
You can pick-up a course catalog in the vestibule, at Friendship
Sunday or at the Church Office. Please contact Deacon Dan for
- 3 - more information: (805) 642-7966, ext. 146.
Parish Life
Happy Anniversary Weekly Offerings
Philip and Jean Ritchie Thank you for your continuing support of Our Lady
66 Years on February 14th of the Assumption Parish. For the month of
January 2019 our parish budget calls for $23,380.33 to be donat-
Victor and Barbara Philipps ed weekly at the Sunday collection. The collection for Sunday,
64 Years on February 11th January 27, 2019 was $21,454.82 . This collection is not only used
Dr. Larry and Cristina Auda for operating expenses each week, but also for any ongoing repair
work, upgrades, etc. to our parish facility. There are many ways to
19 Years on February 12th
contribute; credit card and automatic debit are available. Please
Baptisms visit www.olaventura.com.
Please pray for the recently baptized as St. Vincent de Paul Society
they begin their journey in the Body of Christ.
OLA Conference
Scarlet Rose Leza Valentine’s Day is February 14th. Give Your
Violet Faye Leza Community a Gift!! “I want to help I just don’t want to
Rosalind Grace Nelson be a social worker!” Does that sound like you? A couple of weeks
ago, I promised to share some ideas of how you can help SVDP
In Remembrance in our mission to assist people in crisis in OLA and the greater
community. One painless way you can do just that while going
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual about your day-to-day business is by shopping on
light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful Smile.Amazon.com, 0.5% of your purchases will be donated to St.
departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Vincent de Paul. Every purchase helps, and your participation is
Paul Ouelleette important. To sign up for Amazon Smile, go to
Smile.Amazon.com: when prompted, select Our Lady of the
Assumption Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Ventura, CA. You will
Mass Intentions then be helping SVDP each time you shop; just be sure to log into
FEB 11 - FEB 17 Smile.Amazon.com each time you begin to shop!! If you already
use Amazon Smile, you can easily change your designated
Monday, February 11 charity. Sign in to smile.amazon.com on your desktop or mobile
6:30 AM Helen Castillo phone browser. From your desktop, go to ‘Your Account’ from the
8:00 AM Benita Colitti & Jeffrey Colitti navigation at the top of any page, and select the option to Change
Tuesday, February 12 your Charity. Or, from your mobile browser, select ‘Change your
6:30 AM † Henry Joseph Jurutka Charity’ from the options at the bottom of the page. Lastly, we
8:00 AM † Paul Ouellette have a family of 6 in need of a larger refrigerator. If you have a
working refrigerator that you are able to donate, please call (805)
Wednesday, February 13 642- 4104, leave your name and contact number. SVDP is a
6:30 AM Fran Dudley registered 501c3 charity, all donations are tax deductible, and you
8:00 AM † Paul Ouellette will receive a receipt. Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone!!
Thursday, February 14
6:30 AM Benita Colitti & Jeffrey Colitti Liturgical Blessing for Newly Baptized
8:00 AM Jan Parrone & Fam To families of a newly baptized child, as our parish
Friday, February 15 continues to support you in your joyful commitment
6:30 AM Colitti Family to raise your children in the faith as members of God’s family,
8:00 AM † Beatriz Serrano please join us on February 23rd at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., or 12:30
p.m. (Spanish) Mass for a special blessing.
Saturday, February 16
8:00 AM † Peggy Weigand
WW – Wellness That Works
5:15 PM † Michael Fryan
We are a community – each of us inspiring one
Sunday, February 17
another as we build lives of health, joy, and con-
8:00 AM Dea Boehme
nection. Please join us. We meet every Satur-
9:30 AM Mass for the People
day in the Parish House, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Contact:
11:00 AM † Beatrice Rubio Cordeiro & † Paul Ouellette
Wellness Coach, Lillian Golembesky, or just show up!
12:30 PM † Raquel Saucedo & † Elizandro Saucedo
lillian@weightwatchers.com or (805) 279-2973.
5:15 PM † Martin Sullivan
Rosary Makers
Eucharistic Adoration in St. Julie’s Chapel Would you like to learn how to make a rosary?
Tuesdays 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption Rosary Makers
Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - Sundays 8:00 a.m. will be meeting Wednesday 2/13 the Parish
Adorers are always welcome. Would you consider being House, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Also, have you broken your chain
an occasional substitute adorer? If so, please phone Mary Ann at rosary and would like to have it fixed? Call Aurora
(805) 644-2160 or Elizabeth at (805) 644-8395. - 4- Gonzales at (805) 654-0316 for more information.
Kids’ Column Safe Environment
Did You Know?
Know when words are warning signs
Some predators will use comments and conversations to groom
potential victims. Be on guard any time an adult is talking to a child
about sex, no matter how they’re presenting it (hygiene, reproduc-
tion, etc.). Physical flattery can be another red flag — predators
sometimes try to make children feel good about themselves by
commenting on their physical appearance. For a copy of the VIR-
TUS® article “When are Words Warning Signs?” visit http://
www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-Current-
Online-Articles.aspx
Fingerprint Schedule
Santa Barbara Region
Saturday, 2/23/19: ST. JOSEPH CHURCH (Room 2)
1532 Linden Ave. CARPINTERIA 93013
For appt. please call (805) 684-2181
Saturday, 2/23/19: SACRED HEART CHURCH (Sr. Center)
10800 Henderson Road, VENTURA, 93004
For appt. please call (805) 647-3235, ext. 300.
Wednesday, 2/27/19: ST. PASCHAL BAYLON (Hall Room 1)
155 East Janss Road THOUSAND OAKS 91360
For apt please sign up on website www.stpaschal.org/safeguard-
the-children
Thursday, 3/14/19: SAN BUENAVENTURA MISSION
(Bonaventure Room)
211 East Main Street VENTURA 93001
For appt. please call (805) 643-4318
For additional info please visit: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/
hr/Pages/fingerprinting.aspx
VIRTUS® Training
The following upcoming VIRTUS® Sessions
have been scheduled for 2019
Protecting God’s Children
Call (805) 526-6499 to reserve a place.
Saturday, 2/16, 8:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
St. Anthony Catholic Church (Oxnard)
Register at DeaconRoyQmsn.com to reserve a place.
Tuesday, 2/19, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
St. Paschal Baylon Catholic Church (Thousand Oaks)
Register online at www.stpaschal.org/safeguard-the-
children to reserve a place.
Saturday, 2/26, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
St. Jude Catholic Church (Westlake Village)
Call (818) 889-0612 to reserve a place.
Saturday, 3/16, 8:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
St. Anthony Catholic Church (Oxnard)
Register at DeaconRoyQmsn.com to reserve a place.
Keeping the Promise Alive: Recertification Training
Tuesday, 2/19, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
St. Jude Catholic Church (Westlake Village)
Call (818) 889-0612 to reserve a place.
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Faith Formation Service and Outreach
Our Lady of the Assumption School Many Meals
College United Methodist Church
The 2nd Annual OLA Mother-Son Bowling Event will 4300 Telegraph Road, Ventura
take place on Sunday, February 24th at Harley’s
Please stop by Saint Ann's Apparel: Wed, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Camarillo Bowl. Check with the office for details. All donations are needed. Especially in need: COATS!
Save The Date: Our Lady of the Assumption School will host our
annual Dinner Auction, “Bon Voyage" on Saturday, March 30th.
We are in need of some new volunteers!!
Many Meals is in need of a few good women and men to work for
Plan to come and support our school, enjoy great dining and auc-
1 1/2 hours weekly at Many Meals. We need guest servers and
tion items and dance to the tunes of Yachtley Crew. Don’t miss out food servers in the kitchen between 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. This is a great
on the fun! way for a family to serve together. Please contact Kevin Klier for
Religious Education details: venturan61418@gmail.com.
Menu: Served 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Second year First Holy Communion Students: This Wednesday: Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
Reconciliation Retreat: on Saturday, February 23rd: Thank you to all of our volunteers!
English - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Spanish - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. A very special thankyou to all of those who donated
th
First Reconciliation: Wednesday, February 27 6:30 p.m. and helped collect socks during Catholic Schools
Parents required to attend. week. Your many years of ongoing support has
For more information please call Chrissey Fujii at (805) 642-7966 meant the world to our volunteers and recipients.
ext. 125. or at reled@ola-vta.org.
Single Again Support Group
OLA Youth Ministry Don’t try to go through separation or divorce alone;
Los Angeles Religious Education Congress - come be with friendly, caring people who understand
Youth Day “Trust! God’s Gotchu”: March 21, and will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult expe-
2019: This annual event is planned by young riences. Join fellow parishioners for prayer, ministerial support, and
people, for young people in grades 9-12, who will have the life tools to help you continue to build the right foundation for your-
opportunity to experience speakers, exhibits, music, liturgy, and self and your family. Support group meetings are the 1st and 3rd
prayer that invite them deeper into their relationship with Christ. All Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Parish
will leave inspired and challenged to live as missionary disciples in House. For more information, call or text Rochida McClure at (805)
their homes, schools, parishes and communities. @LAYouthDay 746-0727. Next meeting: February 20th.
2019 City of Saints Teen Conference - August 2 - 4, 2019 on Eucharist for Parishioners
UCLA Campus: Catholic teen conference hosted by Archbishop Who Are Homebound
Jose Gomez and the Youth Ministry Division of the Archdiocese of If you or someone you know are unable to
Los Angeles. This 3 day event is a wonderful and local opportunity attend Mass on a regular basis due to health or
for young people to deepen their relationship with Jesus. The age related issues, the OLA Homebound
conference features dynamic speakers, diverse liturgical experi- Eucharistic Ministry will arrange to visit each week and bring the
ences, music, interactive exhibits, opportunities to receive the Eucharist to your home. For more information, please call John
sacraments of Eucharist and penance, and more. Information and Ridout at (805) 340-6382.
sign-up on our website at http://www.olaventura.com/youth- Cancer Support Group
ministry. Contact Gabe Rivera: (805) 642-7966, ext. 121.
Next meeting: Wednesday, February 13, 2019. If
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults you, a loved one, or a friend have cancer than this
ministry is for you. The Cancer Support Group provides spiritual as
We extend a warm welcome to anyone interested in
participating fully in the Catholic way of life to be part of well as educational support for cancer survivors and their loved
the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) experience. ones. Prayer is a key component of this ministry. Join us if you
RCIA is a one year experience where people gradually learn what want a community of others who understand the physical and
it means to be Catholic not just by learning about it, but also experi- emotional toll that cancer can take. We meet on the 2nd and 4th
encing Catholic life and worship as a part of the parish community. Wednesdays of each month in the Parish House. For more
RCIA involves preparation of non-baptized adults for sacraments information, call or text Rochida McClure at (805) 746-0727.
of initiation, as well as adults already baptized who are interested in
receiving the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation.
Thomas Fire Survivors’
We gather on Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. in the Santa Cruz Room Adult & Children's’ Support Group
in the Parish Center. The next two gatherings will cover: Continues Mondays, 6:00-7:30 p.m. at OLA
February 12th: Important Social Justice Issues Today - Part 1 Please Join Us for this FREE SUPPORT GROUP! California
February 19th: Important Social Justice Issues Today - Part 2 HOPE of Ventura County is a trained community-based counsel-
The adults who are journeying to Easter sacraments through ing program created to support the community following the
our RCIA program are co-hosting today’s Friendship Sunday. Thomas Fire. The team provides specific services aimed at ad-
Come to the hall to meet and continue to welcome our dressing the ongoing behavioral health needs of the community in
catechumens and candidates. collaboration with Ventura County Behavioral Health. For more
For the class schedule or more information, please see our info and to register: (805) 833-9495. If you or someone you know
website: http://www.olaventura.com/RCIA or contact Deacon Don needs support, contact (805) 833-9495 or hopeventura-
Huntley: RCIA@ola-vta.org, (805) 642- 7966 , ext.123. - 6- county@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/hopeofvc/
Parish Life Local Events & Variety
Armed Forces Support Ministry ‘Fat Tuesday’ Celebration
The Armed Forces Ministry is pleased to announce that & Dinner Dance
there is now a permanent prayer board of our parish March 5th, 6:00 p.m.
active duty personnel on display in the church vestibule. Mulcahy Center
Please visit the board and offer prayers for our brave service men
Hosted by Men’s Ministry, join your friends to revel
and women. We thank you for your prayers and support.
in the season of “Fat Tuesday” before we enter the solemn
season of lent. Authentic ‘Fat Tuesday’ menu will be served
Bible Study Class including gumbo, red beans and rice, king cakes, adult beverages,
Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. dancing to the music of DJ Kuya Ray Aspuria. Tickets are $20.00
This course introduces the participants to the per person, on sale in the Parish Information Center and at
study of The Acts of the Apostles. We will look at the world within Friendship Sunday. Adults (over 21) ONLY. Proceeds from the
which the Acts originated, developed, and took on its present form, evening will be donated to the OLA Building Fund. For more
while focusing on the recognition and appreciation of its distinct information please contact Ken Lynch: (310) 720-9943. Laissez
literacy and theological profile. This class is taught by Deacon Ed Les Bon Temps Roulez!
and will run from January 15th to May 14th. Classes are free, with Men’s Ministry
no sign-up required. For further information: contact Deacon Ed:
(805) 642-7966, ext. 152. ‘Oh Dark Thirty’ Resumes: 5:45 - 7:15 a.m. in Mulcahy
Center on Wednesday mornings. We have a hot break-
fast, followed by a topical video and small group discus-
OLA Phone Pals sion. This is a great time to hang out with the guys and
Phone Pals is a convenient, flexible, and rewarding deepen your faith.
ministry that provides a great way to stay socially
Phone connected to our larger community via telephone for Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Pals adults who find it challenging to leave home. WorldWide Marriage Encounter is a marriage
Phone Pals matches adults who enjoy talking with oth- enrichment ministry whose goal is to help make
"Good Marriages Great". Our ministry holds a
er adults and are comfortable talking on the phone, a remote
monthly Community Sharing Circle for all en-
connection to each other and an opportunity to grow wonderful countered couples: A time for Fellowship and encourage-
relationships in the process! This opportunity can be fulfilled from ment. Our next meeting is on February 23rd,
the comfort of your home and requires a weekly time commitment 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the OLA Parish House.
of 20-60 minutes. Calling times will be arranged between the Childcare will be provided. For more information, please
person requesting a call and the person calling. contact: Joseph & Diane Domitrovich: (909) 643-3859,
If you would like to participate or volunteer to be a caller, contact dompoli4@yahoo.com or: Russ & Jeanine Walker,
Kate Mills: (805) 642-7966, ext. 112 or faithinaction@ola-vta.org. (805) 648-4244, walkerrjbp@sbcglobal.net.
February 10th is World Marriage Day, which honors hus-
"Support and Encourage the band and wife as head of the family, the basic unit of
society. It salutes the beauty of their faithfulness, sacrifice
Priesthood" and joy in daily married life. Take the time today to tell
Serra Club meets at St. Johns Seminary to share your spouse how much your marriage means to you. Plan
evening prayer in the Chapel then meet and dine to enrich your marriage by attending the next Worldwide
with the Seminarians to get to know them and Marriage Encounter Weekend: April 26-28 in Simi Valley.
pray for their vocations. Come as our guest to experience our spe- Early registration is highly recommended. For more
cial evenings at St. John's Seminary. Contact Patrick Cunningham information contact Ed and Jo Lara at (818) 848-6729 or
for more information: (805) 650 9492 go online at www.twocanlove.org We help make good
marriages better.
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information about critical health and
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notifications, or other important info, please visit our website: http:// telephone number and through an
online resource database. 2-1-1 also
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provides incident specific information during times of disaster,
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the word out! week. http://www.211ventura.org/
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Looking for something left behind after Mass?
For iPhone: Text ParishApp1 to: 555888 All Lost/Found items are placed in the Parish
For Android: Text ParishApp2 to: 555888 Information Center. Please stop by to check
See our website or the Parish Information Center for your lost item(s). At the end of each month,
for more detail. - 7- all remaining articles are donated to charity.
Ministerio Hispano
De Nuestro Parroco Reflexión Semanal
El Amor Nunca Falla Escuchando claramente
El 14 de febrero, celebramos la importancia Las tres lecturas de hoy tratan de una u otra manera de la
del amor humano y el divino. Sin embargo, experiencia de ser llamados por Dios para desempeñar
la confusión viene cuando aprendemos que un papel particular en la construcción del Reino. La
la Iglesia recuerda la vida y el servicio de experiencia de Isaías fue profundamente mística, San
los santos Cirilo y Metodio mientras que en Pablo fue prácticamente asaltado por Dios, mientras que
la cultura secular se identifica este día con San Pedro es llamado de una manera casi teatral.
San Valentín. En la cultura popular y en la sagrada,
este día conmemora la importancia del amor y la Ante todo esto, podemos pensar, ¿no sería agradable si
devoción que pueden ser mutuamente inclusivo. el llamado de Dios en nuestras vidas pudiera ser tan
claro? Bueno, de hecho lo es. La claridad, muchas veces,
Una leyenda atribuye la adaptación cristiana de este día no es tanto una función del que habla como del que
a un evento que sucedió durante la persecución de la escucha.
iglesia primitiva. El sacerdote Valentín fue martirizado
por el emperador romano por haber casado a las Isaías, Jeremías, Pedro, Pablo y muchos otros se
parejas cristianas. La devoción a san Valentín creció, aseguraron de su llamado y de su misión sólo cuando
incorporando el culto romano del amor y el martirio del dejaron de concentrarse en sus propias debilidades y
santo. Tiempo después la literatura medieval contribuyo comenzaron a concentrarse en la fuerza de Dios. Muchas
para popularizar el amor y el romance con el día de San veces en las Escrituras, Dios llama y los humanos
Valentín. Hoy en día, estos signos de afecto son responden con algo como: “No puedo hacerlo” y la
expresados por el intercambio y el compartir de dulces, respuesta de Dios es: "Por supuesto que no puedes, no
flores, y una abundancia de tarjetas para esta fiesta. solo".
La fiesta de los santos Cirilo y Metodio, sin embargo, es Lo bueno es que Dios realmente no nos pide que
el interés principal de la Iglesia en la vida litúrgica. hagamos mucho. Nos pide, más bien, que lo dejemos
Estos dos hermanos, conocidos como Apóstoles de los hacer a través de nosotros. Nuestra contribución al
Pueblos Eslavos, eran misioneros y maestros que proceso profético no es una gran sabiduría o una
compartían el Evangelio. El primer trabajo de Cirilo fue habilidad excepcional. Es más bien nuestra apertura a la
inventar el abecedario, aun utilizado en las liturgias verdad, a la voluntad de aprender y crecer, al sentido de
orientales. Sus seguidores posiblemente formaron el responsabilidad y a un espíritu generoso. Puede que no
alfabeto Cirílico. Cirilo y Metodio tradujeron los siempre sea fácil, pero es algo que cada uno puede
Evangelios, el salterio, las cartas de Pablo y los libros hacer. Y si lo hacemos, cada uno de nosotros puede estar
litúrgicos al eslavo, y compusieron una liturgia eslávica, absolutamente seguro de que estamos haciendo
algo no común para ellos. Su amor y dedicación al precisamente lo que el Padre nos llama a hacer.
pueblo Eslávico causo resentimiento entre el clero del La voluntad de Dios para con nosotros no es en lo
oeste, pero el apoyo del Papa les permitió que absoluto un rompecabezas para resolver. Él habla
continuaran su actividad misionera. claramente y así es como debemos escuchar.
Este 14 de febrero, nos presentan muchas cualidades
de amor por medio de la intervención de San Valentín y Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
de los santos Cirilo y Metodio. En ambos casos, el Declaración de Misión y Bienvenida
verdadero regalo del amor se revela en el servicio y en
su fuente divina. Como escuchamos en la primera carta “La Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción es una
a los Corintios 12, 31, “Aspira a los carismas comunidad de discípulos de Jesucristo dentro de la
superiores.” Así pues, en estos días, aspiremos a amar Iglesia Católica Romana. Por medio de los Dones del
como hemos sido amados. Espíritu Santo y la intercesión de María, somos
El amor es comprensivo, el amor es servicial y no tiene servidores dedicados a construir el Reino de Dios.”
envidia; ¡Si nos está visitando o nos acompaña por primera vez, nos da
el amor no es presumido ni se envanece; gusto que nos acompañe! Todos son bienvenidos en OLA. Si
no es grosero ni egoísta; no se irrita ni guarda rencor; desea ser parte de nuestra parroquia lo invitamos a que llene el
no se alegra con la injusticia, sino que goza con la formulario de registración. Para más información puede pasar al
verdad. Centro de Información Parroquial, visitar nuestra página web de
El amor disculpa sin límites, confía sin límites, www.olaventura.com, pasar por la Mesa de Bienvenida de
espera sin límites, soporta sin límites. Domingo de Amistad o llamando al (805) 642-7966.
El amor dura para siempre
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
El padre León Horario del
Centro de Información Parroquial
Lunes a Jueves ~ 8:30 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
Viernes ~ 8:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.
Preparándose para la próxima semana « Sábado ~ 8:30 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
Domingo ~ 9:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.
Sexto domingo del tiempo ordinario Miércoles cerrado desde el mediodía - 1:00 p.m.
Lectura I - Jeremías 17: 5 - 8 El Centro de Información Parroquial
Lectura II - 1 Corintios 15:12, 16 - 20 estará CERRADO el lunes 18 de febrero
Evangelio - Lucas 6:17, 20 - 26 -8- para el día festivo del Día de los Presidentes.
Ministerio Hispano
Ofrenda Semanal ¿SABIA USTED?
Gracias por su continuo apoyo a la Parroquia Conozca cuando las palabras son señales de advertencia
de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. Para el mes
de Enero de 2019, nuestro presupuesto Algunos depredadores usarán comentarios y conversaciones para
parroquial exige $23,380.33 para ser donados preparar a las posibles víctimas. Manténgase alerta en cualquier
semanalmente en la colecta del domingo. La colección del momento en que un adulto esté hablando con un niño sobre sexo,
domingo 27 de enero de 2019 fue de $21,454.82 . Esta colección independientemente del área que se esté tratando en la
no solo se usa para gastos operativos cada semana, sino conversación (higiene, reproducción, etc.). La adulación física
también para cualquier trabajo de reparación en curso, mejoras, puede ser otro banderazo de alerta; los depredadores a veces
etc. a nuestra instalación parroquial. Hay varias maneras de intentan hacer que los niños se sientan bien consigo mismos al
contribuir; tarjeta de crédito y débito automático están disponibles. comentar sobre su apariencia física. Para obtener una copia del
Por favor visite www.olaventura.com. artículo de VIRTUS® “When are Words Warning
Signs?” (¿Cuándo son las palabras señales de advertencia?),
Visite http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/Pages/VIRTUS-
Unidos en Misión Current-Online-Articles.aspx
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Nuestra Historia es Esperanza
Hoy, el Arzobispo Gómez invita a todos los Eucaristía para Feligreses
católicos a hacer su compromiso anual de Unidos en Misión. Confinados en Casa
A nuestra parroquia se le ha pedido recaudar $125, 200. El año Si usted o alguien que conoce no puede asistir a
Misa regularmente por razones relacionadas a la
pasado, 325 de los 3100 feligreses donaron a esta misión y nos salud o la edad, el Ministerio Eucarístico a los Confinados en Casa
ayudaron a recaudar $125, 334 y nos ayudaron a convertirnos en de OLA puede coordinar una visita semanal para llevarle la Eu-
una de las parroquias más generosas de la Arquidiócesis. El te- caristía a su casa. Para más información, llame a John Ridout al
ma de este año es Nuestra Historia es Esperanza, el cual nos (805) 340-6382.
recuerda que nuestras donaciones a Unidos en Misión son una
demostración activa de nuestra fe y amor por aquellos en nuestra
Arquidiócesis que necesitan nuestro apoyo. Por favor haga una Educación Religiosa
promesa con la información que le fue enviada a su casa, o una Estudiantes de segundo año de la Primera
tarjeta de promesa que se encuentra dentro de la parroquia, o en Comunión: Guarde la fecha: Retiro de
línea visitando ourmissionla.org/give. Reconciliación: el sábado 23 de febrero a las
10:00 a.m. Primera Reconciliación: miércoles 27 de febrero, 6:30
p.m. Los padres deben asistir.
Horario para Huellas Digitales Febrero 2019
Para más información, llame a Chrissey Fujii al (805) 642-7966
Región de Santa Barbara ext. 125. o en reled@ola-vta.org.
Viernes, 23/2/19: Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón
(Centro para personas mayores) Grupo de Oración a
10800 Henderson Road, Ventura, 93004.
Para hacer su cita llame (805) 647-3235 x300. la Divina Misericordia
Nos reunimos el primer y tercer lunes de cada
Viernes, 23/2/19: St. Iglesia de Joseph (Sala 2) mes a las 7:00 p.m. en la Capilla Santa Julia.
1532 Linden Avenue, Carpinteria, 93013
Para hacer su cita llame (805) 684-2181 Es nuestro deseo que por medio de la oración
Jueves , 14/3/19: SAN BUENAVENTURA MISIÓN lleguemos a confiar completamente en Dios y vivir cada día
(Bonaventure Room) inmersos en su Amor Misericordioso. Esa devoción está basada
211 East Main Street VENTURA 93001 en los escritos de la Santa María Faustina Kowalska, una monja
Para hacer su cita llame (805) 643-4318 polaca sin educación básica que, en obediencia a su director
Para más información visite http://www.la-archdiocese.orghr/ espiritual, escribió un diario de alrededor de 600 páginas que
Pages/fingerprinting.aspx. relatan las revelaciones que ella recibió sobre la Misericordia de
Dios. El mensaje de Misericordia es que Dios nos Ama – a todos-
no importa cuán grande sean nuestras faltas. Él quiere que
Ministerio de Jóvenes OLA reconozcamos que Su Misericordia es más grande que nuestros
Conferencia de Jóvenes City of Saints 2019 – ago- pecados, para que nos acerquemos a Él con confianza, para que
sto 2, 2019 en el campus de UCLA: conferencia recibamos su Misericordia y la dejemos derramar sobre otros. De
para jóvenes patrocinada por el Arzobispo José tal manera de que todos participemos de Su Gozo. Tener
Gomez y la División del Ministerio de Jóvenes de la Arquidiócesis devoción a la Divina Misericordia requiere de una total entrega a
de Los ángeles. Este evento de 3 días es una maravillosa oportun- Dios como Misericordia. Es una decisión que comprende en
idad local para que los jóvenes profundicen en su relación con confiar completamente en Él, en aceptar su Misericordia con
acción de gracias y de ser misericordioso como Él es Misericordi-
Jesús. La conferencia incluye oradores dinámicos, diversas expe-
oso. Las prácticas devocionales propuestas en el diario de la
riencias litúrgicas, música, exposiciones dinámicas, oportunidad de
Santa Faustina están en completo acuerdo con las enseñanzas
recibir el sacramento de la Eucaristía y la penitencia, y más. La de la Iglesia y su raíz están firmemente en los Mensajes de los
información e inscripción se encuentra en http:/// Evangelios de nuestro Señor Misericordioso. Estos propiamente
www.olaventura.com/youth-ministry. Contacto para más infor- comprendidos e implementados nos ayudan a crecer como
mación Gabe Rivera (805) 642-7966 ext. 121. - 9 - genuinos seguidores de Cristo. (Fuente de información EWTN)
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OLA Women’s Ministry
OLA Women’s Ministry is currently at the
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St. Edith Stein - a Jewish woman
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light in a dark time.
Quotes from a few participants:
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an evening of intimate fellowship”.
“This chapter tonight really spoke to
me...I can relate the issues in Edith
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Look for upcoming Women’s
Ministry events in our bulletin and
on our website.You can also read
