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August 27, 2017twenty-first sundAy in OrdinAry time

Pastor Rev. Msgr. John F. Barry, P.A.

associate Pastors Rev. Joseph Kammerer Rev. Rick Prindle

Deacons Fred Rose Derek Brown Chris Amantea Dick Williams

Business Manager Bob Hodges

WeekenD Mass Saturday Vigil: 5pm Sunday: 7am, 8am, 9:30am, 11:30am and 5pm

WeekDay Mass Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Tuesday / Thursday: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm and 5pm Saturday: 8am

Holy Day Mass Vigil: 5pm Holy Day: 6:30am, 8am, 12:10pm, 5pm, and 7:30pm

reconciliation (Penance) Tuesday: 7am-7:15am Wednesday: 5:30pm-6pm Thursday: 7am-7:15am Friday: 5:30pm-6pm Saturday: 8:30am-9am 4pm-4:30pm Eves of Holy Days: 4pm-4:30pm Confessions by request anytime; call Rectory for appointment.

624 15t h St r e e t Manhattan Beach, ca 90266 (310)545-5651 a M e r i c a n M a r t y r S . o r g

American Martyrs Catholic Church | www.AmericanMartyrs.org

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John Bellas Helen SaclabriniToni Sweet Karen Cochran

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Pray for the SIck Please pray for the sick in our community that they may find comfort and healing in Christ, especially:

Rick Boilbrach Bill WongArlene Platten Jacob Conde Paul Schaffer Maria Babick Larson Sophia Burch Robert Semmer Marianne Steinbroner Michael HarrisHillary Wolfe Lisa & Tom Bell

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Baptism for Infants - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays at 1:00pM

Contact Deacon Fred Rose, 310-545-5651, for appointment. Pre-Baptism instruction for parents and godparents is required. Next class is Sunday, September 10.

Adult Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist (RCIA)Deacon Derek & Terri Brown, R C I A @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gRite of Christian Initiation for Adults welcomes and prepares adults for full participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Classes begin in September.

Marriage - Contact Rectory at least 6 months prior to wedding date.

Anointing of the Sick - Celebrated at various times throughout the year. Call the Rectory anytime in case of serious illness.

Mass Intentions - Request in person at the Parish Offices.

Prayers for the Sick and Deceased - Contact the Rectorywith the names of family members who are ill or deceased.

Funeral PlanningContact the Rectory to arrange Funeral or Memorial Services.

Bereavement SupportDeacon Chris & Yvonne Amantea c a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg | y a m a n t e a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o rg

Sgt Ciriaco Ayala - U.S.M.C. CPT Maureen Bannon - U.S. Army LTJG Joshua Bergen - U.S. Navy Capt Evan Bernstein - U.S.M.C. Jonathan Concetti - U.S.M.C. SSG Eric Cothren - U.S. Army PVT Julia Cothren - U.S. Army LCpl Fred Hoffman - U.S.M.C. SGT Charles Koffman - U.S. Army 1LT Nicholas Marquez - National Guard CDR Mike McIlroy Mullen - U.S. Navy Brendan Quinn - U.S. Navy LT Marissa Watson - U.S. Navy

arMed forceSWe pray for those serving overseas in our Armed Forces, especially:

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RECTORY 624 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9703 Mailing Address: PO Box 3639, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-1639

PARISH OFFICE Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm | Sunday, 8:30am-11:30am 1400 Deegan Place, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-5651 | fax 424-327-9702 Temporary Parish Offices are on 15th Street between the Gym and the Parish House.

SS. BRIGID/BRENDAN (closed for remodel)

O'DONNELL HALL (closed for remodel)

ST. KATERI ROOM (enter from O'Donnell parking lot, south east side of the building)

GYM - 701 15th Street | 310-802-8720 Do not park on 15th Street. Use parking structure and crosswalk.

HOLY FAMILY HOUSE - 700 17th Street Do not park on 17th Street. Use lower level entrance next to Gym.

PARISH HOUSE - 659 15th Street

SACRED HEART HOUSE - 720 18th Street Do not park on 18th Street. Park in O'Donnell or school lots and enter from schoolyard.

SPIRITUALITY CENTER - 770 17th Street St. Joseph's Chapel, Meditation Garden, Upper Room Library (open Sunday,10am-4pm)

We welcome you to American Martyrs Catholic Community

daIly PrayerS of the church

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL Mon-Fri, 7:00aM-8:00pM Saturday, 7:00aM-5:00pM Sunday, 1:00pM-5:00pM closed during regular Sunday Masses. ContaCt: [email protected]

DAILY ROSARY: Monday - Saturday, 7:30aM, in the Church

MORNING PRAYER: Tuesday, following the 6:30aM Mass

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (DEVOTION & BENEDICTION) Tuesday following the 8:00aM Mass

ROSARY FOR THE UNBORN Wednesday following the 5:00pM Mass, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet

Assistive Listening Devices

Headphones are available for 9:30aM & 11:30aM Sunday Mass. If you have trouble hearing at Mass, check one out in the vestibule, and return the device after Mass.

RESERVING A PARISH FACILITY To reserve a facility or arrange for a table at the weekend Masses, email your request to f a c i l i t i e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g. Include the date, time, # of people attending, purpose of the event, and a contact name, phone and email. We will make every effort to reserve a space that will accommodate your needs. Church and Sacraments have priority for use of our facilities. We do not use our facilities for private parties.

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Congratulations:Curtis Wagner and Mary MateusJordan Cressman and Nicole Cuppa

Third Banns: David Nevarez and Karen Pidor

First Banns: Keith Richardson and Maria Abas

next Weekend'S MaSS celebrantS

Sat 5:00PM: Msgr. John BarrySun 7:00aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer

8:00aM: Fr. Joe Kammerer9:30aM: Msgr. John Barry (Livestream)

11:30aM: Fr. Rick Prindle5:00PM: Fr. Rick Prindle

This schedule is subject to change.

August 27, 2017 | Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

Find this bulletin online at AmericanMartyrs.org

thIS Week

Monday, August 289:00aM HFH Monday Morning Starters6:00pM SK AM Preschool Orientation7:00pM HFH Al-Anon Meeting7:00pM PH Community & Evangelization Commission7:00pM SJC Monday Evening Prayer Group

TUESDAY, August 29

5:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting3:30pM PH Legion of Mary6:00pM HFH Teen Tuesday7:00pM SK AMS 8th Grade Orientation7:00pM SCH Women's AA Meeting7:30pM SHH Al-Anon Meeting

WEDNESDAY, August 309:00aM SK Career BridgeBuilders "Resume Development Workshop"

THURSDAY, August 315:30aM PH Men’s AA Meeting6:30pM SK First Communion Parent Meeting7:30pM SK SRE New Parent Orientation

FRIDAY, September 111:15aM SpC Silent Meditation3:00pM SpC Matthew 25 Saturday's Blessings3:30pM SCH Irish Dance Class

SATURDAY, September 210:00aM HFH Women's AA Meeting7:30pM SCH AA Meeting

SUNDAY, September 39:30aM SK Children's Liturgy10:00aM SpL Spiritual Library (until 4:00pm)1:30pM PH Alzheimer's Support Group

next Weekend

calendar, MaSS IntentIonS & readIngS

Planned gIvIng Do you have an appreciated asset that you would like to turn into income today, but you don’t want to pay the capital gains taxes? You have options.For information, contact Bob Hodges at 310-545-5651 or b h o d g e s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

MaSS IntentIonS and readIngS for the Week MONDAY, August 28 - St. AugustineReadings: 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10; Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b; Mt 23:13-22 8:00 Jim Sheekey † (Bret & Pattie Lobner) 12:10 Patsy Ann Brossett † (Patty Fry) 5:00 Special Intention (Phyllis Yarbrough)TUESDAY, August 29 - The Passion of St. John the BaptistReadings: 1 Thes 2:1-8; Ps 139:1-3, 4-6; Mk 6:17-29 6:30 Bill Smith † (Tom Klimasz) 8:00 Karen Ross † (Nat Chianta & La Famiglia) 12:10 Hilda Castellanos Herrea † (Castellanos Family) 5:00 Joseph Kilmer † (Bob & Shirley Eshbaugh)WEDNESDAY, August 30 Readings: 1 Thes 2:9-13; Ps 139:7-8, 9-10, 11-12ab; Mt 23:27-32 8:00 Robert Ades † (Mary Anne Ades) 12:10 Kathy Cassidy Lemese † (Lucy Hanahan DaGiau) 5:00 Esther Cenci † (Herman & Maike Cenci)THURSDAY, August 31 Readings: 1 Thes 3:7-13; Ps 90:3-5a 12-13, 14 and 17; Mt 24:42-51

6:30 Lynda Gartshore † (Lenore Hess) 8:00 John Overton † (Overton, Woods, Dickie Family) 12:10 Felina Seldura † (Tina Andal) 5:00 Special IntentionFRIDAY, September 1 Readings: 1 Thes 4:1-8; Ps 97:1 and 2b, 5-6, 10, 11-12; Mt 25:1-13 8:00 Bob Lea † (Dorothy Higi) 12:10 Mary Ellen Hallett † (Jill & Ross Latimer) 5:00 Scott Franklin † (Lois Kumm)SATURDAY, September 2 Readings: 1 Thes 4:9-11; Ps 98:1, 7-8, 9; Mt 25:14-30

8:00 Lisa Gabriel † (The Zieger Family) 5:00 Lucia Dullack † (Mary & John, Kim & Russ)SUNDAY, September 3 - Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary TimeReadings: Jer 20:7-9; Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9; Rom 12:1-2; Mt 16:21-27 7:00 Joseph Briand † (Denot Family) 8:00 Margaret Ciano Courtney † (Courtney & Crimmins Family) 9:30 For the Parishioners, Living and Deceased 11:30 Janice LaSpada Wilamowski † (Nancy Pruitt) 5:00 Gail Rominger † (The Deseran Family)

Summer Temperatures ContinueWe welcome everyone to enter inside to enjoy the comfort of the air conditioning. Please remember to close the doors behind you. The church air conditioning will be on for all weekend Masses

Facilities:BBP-SS. Brigid/Brendan Patio ∙ CH-Church ∙ ChP-Church Patio ∙ GYM-Gym HFH-Holy Family House ∙ ODH-O’Donnell Hall ∙ ODK-O’Donnell Kitchen PH-Parish House ∙ SpC-Spirituality Center ∙ SpG-Spirituality Garden SpL-Spirituality Center Library ∙ SCH-School ∙ SHH-Sacred Heart House SJC-St. Joseph’s Chapel ∙ SK-St. Kateri ∙ SKMR-St. Kateri Music Room

NOTE: Dates and locations are subject to change without notice. Please check with the ministry to verify event.


Happy Summer!!! The 2017 Parish Fair Live Auction is taking on a new and exciting format! Here is a brief glimpse of what’s in the works:Items will be creatively “showcased” at the Saturday Night Dinner in a central location throughout the evening and bidding will be open throughout the night. Don’t worry, we’ll make the closing of each item exciting for the bidders! More to come as we approach the Fair weekend...We are trying to create one-of-a-kind experiences and acquire amazing items; but, we need your help in securing the right pieces of the puzzle.Do you have connections/access to, or do you have a friend or colleague who does, or would you like to help fund any of these fun items:

• A venue for an exclusive party or concert• Seats on a private airplane or airplane tickets• Airline miles or hotel rewards or better yet, simply a stay at a fabulous hotel• Limo, luxury car or bus or any form of extraordinary transportation• A boat or yacht for an overnight adventure• An amazing home, maybe in a fabulous city or an exotic faraway place you are able to share for a long weekend or a week or even two• Tickets to a Broadway play, filming of a TV show or access to the set of a new blockbuster movie• Tickets, boxes or VIP experiences at top entertainment or sports venues• A winery, distillery or craft brewery - better yet, all of the above• A meet and greet with a friend who just happens to be a professional athlete, famous actor or a professional musician (or even a fabulous band)

We are very excited about our new Parish Fair Auction Showcase, and our goal is to makeit every bit as successful as years past. If you think you can help make any of these ideas a reality, or can think of other ways to help, please let us know.

Megan Acuna | [email protected] | 310.528.2193 Joy Hryniewicz | [email protected] | 310.809.5522



a.M.c. SenIorS Join us for the Seniors Brunch TODAY, Sunday, August 27 at 1:00pM at California Pizza Kitchen at the mall in Manhattan Beach. Please RSVP below.MinistRy ContaCt: Dee, 424-257-8719 Thelma, 310-321-1690

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coffee & donutS In St. katerI youth MinistRy will serve Coffee & Donuts after the 7aM, 8aM, and 9:30aM Masses.

No Coffee and Donuts next week due to the Labor Day holiday.

SIlent auctIon donatIonS What do tweens like?Come visit the Parish Fair Silent Auction and see!Any donations to help fill this section of video games, ipods, computers, fun clothing, sports items and beauty and hair products would be so appreciated. Call Tina Sarafa, 310-502-5792, or Julie Brawn, 310-650-0172, if you have questions.

st. augustine inDian Mission collectionDLast week, you were invited to learn more about the work of the St. Augustine Indian Mission. FR. MaRk BeRan preached at all Masses and asked for a gift for the Native American children of the Winnebago and Omaha reservations.Fr. Mark thanks all of you for your gifts and donations. He can be reached at m t b e r a n @ a r c h o m a h a . o r g , or:

St. Augustine Indian Mission P.O. Box GG, Winnebago, NE 68071

(402) 878-2402 | w w w. S t A u g u s t i n e M i s s i o n . o r g

uPcoMing WorksHoPs - career BriDgeBuilDers

Resume Development Workshop - with Grace Moniz Wednesday, august 30, 9:00–11:00aM, holy FaMily house

In a competitive job market, learn how to develop a compel-ling resume and cover letter that showcases the essence of you and how to set yourself apart from the competition.

Focusing Your Job Search - with Andrea Connolly Monday, septeMBeR 18, 9:00–11:00aM, st. kateRi

Learn how to focus your job search in areas of strengths and personal values by setting boundaries. Launch your job search by setting priorities and creating your personal plan.

FoR MoRe inFoRMation: Andrea Connolly, c a r e e r b r i d g e b u i l d e r s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

The next Monday MornIng StarterS is Monday, August 28, 9:00-10:30aM, in the Holy Family HouseA networking and support group for those making a career change. MMS meets on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month.

SenIor felloWShIP grouP Please join us for our annual membership gathering on Tuesday, September 5, in St. Kateri at 12:00noon. Our membership dues are $5. Lunch will be provided, so come join us, we love to see new faces. Before the gathering, at 8:45aM in the St. Kateri kitchen, we will make sandwiches for St. Lawrence. Diane Dumond, 310-376-3599, and Ann Jund are in charge of sandwiches. Then we will have games in St. Kateri at 10:00 am. RSVP for lunch to Judy Parnin, 310-374-9804 or to Dee Kilmer, 310-676-538. Please RSVP by September 1

Join a Choir!We have a number of choirs, each with a different style. If you have a talent that you would like to share, please contact Music Director, Bill Svarda, to find the best place to use your gifts.

Bill Svarda, 310-640-8505 | w e s v a r d a @ s o c a l . r r. c o m

47th ANNUAL AMERICAN MARTYRS PARISH FAIR SPONSORSHIPS

The 2017 Parish Fair is just around the corner!

October 21-22We are seeking Individual and

Corporate Sponsorships that provide great advertising

exposure before, during, and after the fair.

There are several sponsorship levels, and all contributions are tax deductible.

If you and/or your company are interested in helping to underwrite this cherished Parish tradition, please contact David White, at 310-469-4014 | d w h i t e @ D a l o r L LC . c o m .

The music for the Sunday 5:00pM Mass is now available each week on the American Martyrs website. Go to w w w .A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g and click the banner that says “Find the link to the songs for Sunday 5pm Mass here”. Thanks for praying with us.

The Sunday 5PM Guitar Group is looking for a bass player and occasional guitar player and drummer to add to our group. If you know someone (or are someone) who plays an instrument, and enjoys fellowship over good music contact Mike Walle at 310-963-7637 | m a r t y r s 5 p m @ g m a i l . c o m . If you don't know someone, offer a prayer to St. Anthony that someone answers the call!


If you want to become more involved at American Martyrs, contact Jenny Attanasio at 310-545-5651.

Care Notes Can Help You Cope Check out the Care Note rack in the Church vestibule. There are many topics that change frequently.Letting Go of Pain When You've Been Hurt Dealing with Loneliness as We AgePlease deposit donations in the Poor Box.

alzheIMer'S caregIver SuPPort grouP - Sunday, Sept. 3, 1:30pm We are a Support Group for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related memory disorders. Bring questions, share feelings, learn from others who have gone through the experience, exchange information, and problem solve together.We meet in the Parish House, 1:30-3:00pM, on the first Sunday of each month. There is no charge to participate.Questions? Contact Deacon Dick Williams, 310-545-8244

StePhen MInIStry deacon dIck & PattI WIllIaMS, 310-545-8244

Sometimes you feel rock-solid; sometimes you don’t

When things are going well and we’re feeling confident in ourselves, we seem to be as strong as a rock. But then we hit those times, when things aren’t going well. We get sick; lose a job or promotion; our marriage or children struggle; someone we love dies. Suddenly we turn from rock to sand. If you find yourself caught in quicksand…please call the Stephen Ministry.Stephen Ministers are members of our parish who have completed year-long training to provide confidential, Christian listening and support to those in need. Stephen Ministers care, and God will help you feel strong again. For more information, please call 310-545-8244.

begInnIng agaIn - SeParated or dIvorcedOur group offers a welcoming and healing atmosphere for those experiencing separation or divorce. The next meeting is Tuesday, September 5, from 7:00-9:00pM in the Holy Family House. The topic is "Fear."For more information call Jenny Attanasio, 310-545-5651

PaStoral care

all are WelcoMe at aMerIcan MartyrS We lovingly welcome those in the LGBTQ community and their families for support and faith sharing.Join us in the Sacred Heart House on the second Thursday of each month for friendship, fun and community. Our next meeting is Thursday, September 14 at 7:30pM.

“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works!” Ps 139

ContaCt: Deacon Dick Williams, [email protected]

Stewardship . . . moving us closer to GodThere is a great reflection of today’s Gospel on the US Conference of Catholic Bishop’s website (usccb.org). It is by Fr. Greg Friedman, OFM and his reflection centers around Jesus’ question, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" Fr. Greg tells us about a prayer frequently used by St. Francis. The Saint simply asked, "Who are you my God and who am I?" The answer to the first question which is the same one Jesus asks his disciples gave rise for St. Francis to ask the second question. St. Francis understood that the way he responded would define his identity as a Christian.

Imagine Jesus asking us the same question He asked St. Peter. Try searching your heart to come up with your own answer. For me the answer was not as succinct as St. Peter's and I would guess neither is yours. This is probably because of our life experiences in today's world. I think that we will generally describe Jesus in our present day environment and we can only guess at the range of responses from lawyers, engineers, marketing professionals and others. For a moment answer the same question in your own terms. For me the answer becomes: the Architect of my life, the Source of everything that I am, and the Redeemer of my soul.

Now, like St. Francis' prayer, ask yourself, "Who am I?" How we respond will shape our personal identity as a Catholic and to some extent our parish's identity as well. Once we define for ourselves who God is, we can then define who we are and consequently what our role (vocation) is here on earth. Based on my answer to the first question, my answer to the second question is: Your disciple, the steward of Your gifts, and a worker in Your fields.

Fr. Greg ends his reflection with the following, "Jesus is ready to offer us the responsibility, the vocation, the keys to the Kingdom,

the power to bind and loose, all the gifts we need plus his promise to be with us until the end of time. But be careful, the answer to that (second) question will challenge you to define who you are, as Peter will be forced to do in the very next passage which we'll hear next Sunday."

Please contact us at [email protected], with questions or comments about Stewardship.

Commission Chair: Matt King S t e w a r d s h i p @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

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Matthew 25 collects items for its outreach ministries around LA. You may leave these items at the lockers at the bottom of the stairs in the parking garage. (Gently used or new items please)• 16oz. or larger plastic food containers with lids• Clothing and shoes for women, babies and children• Men's shoes, jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, socks &

belts• Small travel-size toiletries • Clean backpacks, blankets and sleeping bags

No other items are accepted. Do not leave household goods, electronics or toys; donate these to Goodwill instead. Thank you!

M25 outreach - Saturday bleSSIngS Every Friday afternoon we prepare about 100 breakfast bags that are hand-delivered early Saturday morning throughout Downtown Los Angeles. We

also distribute clothing and toiletries. We are in desperate need of:

Mens clothing - jeans, shorts, T-shirts, 2XL & 3XL sizes are welcomed. If you can, please donate.

Leave donations at the lockers at the bottom of the parking lot stairs. Or call James Redin, 310-465-7620, or PJ Murphy, 310-430-5676 to arrange a pick up within the South Bay.

M25 outreach - St. francIS center Come help us feed the homeless. Join Matthew 25 at the St. Francis Center grocery service on Saturday, September 2. The Center (www.sfcla.org)

serves impoverished adults and children in the South Park and Garment District neighborhoods of downtown LA.We meet in the AMC parking lot at 8:45am before carpooling to the Center. Volunteers help sort through produce and grocery items, and distribute them to needy families. Openings are available for up to 8 volunteers. To reserve your spot RSVP by Tuesday, August 29 to Matt Conway, m a t t . c o n w a y. 1 6 1 8 @ g m a i l . c o m , and to John Harder, j o h n . h a r d e r. 3 r d @ g m a i l . c o m . Give your name and state that you will be participating with American Martyrs on Sept. 2.

ongoIng outreach WIth MattheW 25 ContaCt: [email protected] | pJ murphy, 310-430-5676

la catHolic Worker: 2nd Tuesday and 4th Thursday of every month, 7aM - 1:00pM ContaCt: Sam Dumond, d s d u m o n d @ v e r i z o n . n e t (Tuesdays) Paul Jacoby, p g j a c o b y 2 @ v e r i z o n . n e t (Thursdays)

Commission Chair: Jim Kaltsas S J O @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

RECYCLE YOUR OLD EYEGLASSES & HELP CHANGE SOMEONE’S LIFE! Imagine if you could not see to read, play sports or do your job. Matthew 25 has a “Recycle for Sight” eyeglass donation program in part-nership with The Lions Club to help those in need. Here’s how it works:A collection box is in the parish office. All glasses are accepted – including prescription glasses, sunglasses or even just a single lens. All donations will be cleaned, sorted by prescription and distributed by The Lions Club as part of their national program.

Questions? Contact Josephine Urbon on her mom’s cell phone, 917-544-7990 or k a t h e r i n e u r b o n @ a o l . c o m

Matthew 25 meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00pM. check the Parish calendar for location. Join us to see how you can get involved in service!

lIfe & faMIly MInIStry Since God gave us the family as a source for human life and dignity, the Life and Family Ministry will provide resources for families as they foster human life and dignity from conception to a natural death.

- Life and Family Ministry Mission Statement

The Life and Family Ministry includes education, activities, support and service in the following areas:

• Abortion & Crisis Pregnancy• Natural Family Planning• Zellie’s Girls - Spiritual growth & support for mothers• Post-Abortion Healing• Adoption & Foster Care• St. Joseph’s Fathers - Supporting fathers in spiritual growth• Human Trafficking Awareness• Miscarriage & Stillbirth• Couple-to-Couple - Connecting couples for spiritual mentorship• Exceptional Children• Family Education• Elder Care and End of Life

Ministry brochures are in the vestibule of the Church. If you have an interest in any of these areas, or would like more information, please contact us, Steve & Jessica Perry, 818-800-5653 | L i f e a n d Fa m i l y @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g


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tueSday MornIng ScrIPture Study On Tuesday, September 12 we begin our new study for the year, MattHeW: tHe king anD His kingDoM. Matthew: the King and hiS KingdoM is a Catholic Bible study that brings the history of Christ to life through Matthew's Gospel. You will see Jesus as the awaited Messiah who fulfills the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament, establishes the New Law, and inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven. This is a comprehensive study that continues through March 2018. No need to register, just show up on September 12. There is a request for a donation of $29 per student for the Study Workbook.Join us on Tuesdays, 9:15aM-11:00aM in the Spirituality Center (770 17th Street). Bring a friend! ContaCt: Al Fletcher, 310-379-5241 | a l v i n j e r r y @ h o t m a i l . c o m

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When we pray, we join a steady stream of prayer that began more than 2,000 years ago. With our world around us constantly in a state of flux, there is a special grace in knowing there is a place that is sacred and unchanging, a place where we can go to be renewed in the love that is ours by way of God’s grace.We all have gifts differing. There are many pathways to prayer.

BIBLE STUDIES Sunday’s Readings In Context (on Summer break) Wednesday, 7:30-9:00pM contact: John D'Isacco, 310-546-1302 Tuesday Morning Scripture Group (new session begins Sept. 12) Tuesday, 9:15-11:00aM contact: Alvin Fletcher, 310-379-5241 Weekly Scripture Reading with Fr. Joe (on Summer break) Wednesday, 10:00-11:30aM

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: (on Summer break) Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pM, contact: Donna Ennis, 310-941-1349MONDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING (on Summer break) Monday, 9:00-11:00aM contact: Joanne Dispoto, j o d i s p o t o @ g m a i l . c o m | 310-344-5833MONDAY EVENING PRAYER GROUP 2nd and 4th Monday, 7:00-8:30pM in the Spirituality Center Evening Prayer, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet contact: Cheryl Schlicht, C h e r y l . S c h l i c h t 1 @ g m a i l . c o m

PEACE MEDITATION (on Summer break) 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 7:00-8:30pM, contact: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SILENT MEDITATION Friday, 11:15-12:00noon, in the Spirituality Center Chapel (Please use Pacific Ave. entrance.) contact: Beverly Busby, 310-376-2056SPIRITUAL DIRECTION contact: Jenny Attanasio for referral, 310-545-5651

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Saturday, November 4, 2017Registration: 8:00am Retreat: 9:00am-3:30pm

A day of

Immaculée Ilibagiza

TicketsIndividual: $57 For One Plus Guest: $76

For InformationAnnette [email protected]

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American Martyrs624 15th Street Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Local ContactAmerican Martyrs (424) 327-9671 [email protected]



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SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN Bullying and back to schoolUnfortunately, conflict and even bullying seem to be a widespread experience in our country’s schools. Children may fall victim to or perpetuate intimidation and teasing, sometimes with lasting consequences to themselves and/or others. As children head back to school, it is important to talk to them about how they treat others and how to handle conflict or bullying in their classrooms and on the playgrounds. Get involved in your child’s school and ask about plans or programs for bullying prevention.To request a copy of the VIRTUS article “Understanding School Violence, Part 2,” contact j v i e n n a @ l a - a rc h d i o ce s e. o rg | 213-637-7227.For particular help, call Assistance Ministry at 213-637-7650.

faMIlIeS In faIth Join our wonderful team of catechists Be one of the wonderful men and women who share their faith with the young people of our parish. Can you give an hour in the afternoon or Sunday morning to bring children closer to Jesus? Talented, loving people like you would be a great addition to our SRE program.For further information contact Patti Williams, Director of Religious Education, p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g.

SRE Registration is online! Re-registration for returning students and new students for 2017-2018 is available on the Families in Faith Website.

New Parent Orientations Attendance at one of these meetings is required for new families enrolling in SRE. Please choose from the following dates:

• TONIGHT, Sunday, August 27, 7:30-9:00pM or• Thursday, August 31, 7:30-900pM or• Wednesday, September 6, 9:30-11:00aM

All meetings are in St. Kateri.

First Communion Parent Meetings These meetings are for parents in AMS or SRE. Please attend one of the following meetings where important information will be shared:

• TONIGHT, Sunday, August 27, 6:30-7:00pM or• Thursday, August 31, 6:30-7:00pM or• Wednesday, September 6, 8:30-9:00aM

All meetings are in St. Kateri.diReCtoR oF Religious eduCation: Patti Williams, 310-546-4734 p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

youth MInIStry every tuesDay nigHt - teen tuesDay! Sit back, hang out, pray, and build community. Evenings may include scripture study, Catholic Trivia games, or praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet or Rosary.

conFirMation Parents:Attention all Year 1 Confirmation parents: there is a Mandatory Parent Retreat on Saturday, September 16. Be sure to mark your calendars now, and register your teen for Year 1 Confirmation if you have not yet done so. Parent retreat details will be sent in an email after you've registered your teen.Attention all Year 2 Confirmation parents: Please be sure to register your teen for their second year of Confirmation formation, if you have not yet done so. We look forward to welcoming you back to another year of SEALED! Please note that the first Confirmation Session for our Year 2 candidates will be for teens only.

conFirMation teens:Your first SEALED. Confirmation Session is coming up!year 1: Sunday, September 17 at 2:00pM in St. Kateri year 2: Sunday, September 17 at 3:30pM in St. Kateri

contactS: Monica Leon, m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Rachel Brown, r b r o w n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

Sunday PreSchool regIStr atIon

The link for Sunday Preschool Registration is on the A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g website.

It is time to register, the early discount ends on September 1!

Interested in working with our parish preschoolers? Join us on Sunday mornings! Come rediscover the beauty of God’s creation through the eyes of a child and make new friends along the way. Thinking about it? Questions? Please contact us! Kristen Holleran, S u n d a y P r e s c h o o l @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g


A Sign Language Interpreter is available for Sunday 5:00pm Mass, weddings, and funerals. Please call Gigi 310-528-9024.Casa De Los Angelitos Maternity Home, 310-325-820824 Hour Pregnancy Helpline, 310-787-HELPARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT REPORTING LINE, 800-355-2545VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY, Suzanne Healy, 213-637-7650

relIgIouS educatIon 310-546-47341701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diReCtoR, Religious eduCation Patti Williams p w i l l i a m s @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gdiReCtoR, youth MinistRy Monica Leon m l e o n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r gdiReCtoR, sunday pResChool Kristen Holleran [email protected]

adMInIStratIve Staff

Business ManageRBob Hodges

424-327-9630 bhodges@AmericanMar t yrs.org

CoMMunity seRviCes & FaCilitiesBob Visty r v ist y@AmericanMar t yrs.orgevents ManageRTraci Britton tbr i tton@AmericanMar t yrs.orgFinanCe diReCtoRPattie Johnson pjohnson@AmericanMar t yrs.orglituRgy & WoRshipMonica Hughes mhughes@AmericanMar t yrs.orgMusiC diReCtoRBill Svarda 310-640-8505paRish CoMMuniCationsAnne Riordan ar iordan@AmericanMar t yrs.orgpaRish steWaRdshipJenny Attanasio

424-327-9605jattanasio@AmericanMar t yrs.org

pastoRal CenteR adMinistRatoRDottie Arias dott ie@AmericanMar t yrs.orgplant ManageRTony Hatfield ahatf ie ld@AmericanMar t yrs.orgteChnologyScott Dixon sdixon@AmericanMar t yrs.orgWelCoMe CenteR & volunteeRsLou Anne Cappiello

424-327-9660l cappiel lo@AmericanMar t yrs.org

lay leaderShIP

pastoRal CounCil pResident Tim Kidder

pcpresident@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FinanCe CounCil ChaiR Colleen Shinn

[email protected]

PrIeStS and deaconS

MsgR John BaRRy 310-545-5651

FR. Joe kaMMeReR f r joe@AmericanMar t yrs.org

FR. RiCk pRindle f r r ick@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon ChRis aMantea camantea@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon deRek BRoWn dbrown@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon FRed Rose deaconfred@AmericanMar t yrs.org

deaCon diCk WilliaMs dwil l iams@AmericanMar t yrs.org

aMerIcan MartyrS School 310-545-8559 | fax 310-546-72191701 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

pRinCipal, Camryn Friel, Ed.D. A M S @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

aMerIcan MartyrS PreSchool 310-802-81491705 Laurel Ave M.B., CA 90266-4805

diReCtoR, Mara Zepeda m z e p e d a @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g

contact InforMatIon & reSourceS

As construction progresses on the exterior portion of the Parish Center, please note these disruptions:

Underground Parking Stairs ClosedThe stairway from the lower parking lot to the upper lot is closed through the summer. O'Donnell Parking Stairs ClosedThe stairway from the lower parking lot to Deegan Place is closed through the summer as the stairs have been demo'd in preparation for Parish Plaza access and improvements.Pedestrians - please use the marked walkways. Drivers - please be extra cautious, drive slowly and observe the entry and exit restrictions.Deegan Entrance to St. Kateri is closed for summerSt. Kateri Room is open with access by the back stairs, or elevator.O'Donnell Hall Interior Renovation Moving forward with much needed noise suppression improvements, including new wall coverings and ceiling tiles.

The American Martyrs Rosary

Give the gift of Prayer with a Limited Edition

2016 Rosary, in 4 Designs

Commissioned in Honor of the 60th Anniversary

of our Church on the hill

Custom designed by the American Martyrs Altar Society

and created in Italy by Ghirelli Rosaries

Available at the Parish Office $40, includes tax



BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND - September 8-10, 2017“Beginning Experience” is a healing ministry for men and women who have experienced the loss of a spouse through death, divorce or separation. A “Beginning Experience” weekend will be held on September 8-10, 2017, at Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino. This program helps a person move from the darkness of grief into the light of a new beginning with renewed hope.

“Beginning Experience” is recognized by the Office of Family Life for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Please call in advance to register. RegistRation/inFo: Peg, 818-767-1007 or Brenda, 818-352-5265 or Maria Rojas, 310-365-0186.See more at w w w. b e g i n n i n g e x p e r i e n c e . o r g

Beyond our Parish

CATHOLIC CO-ED SOFTBALL PLAYERS WANTEDGreater South Bay Catholic Co-ed Adult (Ages 18+) Softball League seeks Players for their NEW & Exciting 2017 Fall Season!Games are Sunday afternoons in Torrance, starting on September 10. Singles & couples are welcome; female players especially needed.If interested, please contact ASAP: Fred, 714-369-9516 or f r e d l a w l e r @ h o t m a i l . c o m .

There's lots of excitement around our construction site ...

trees flying overhead ... demolition of the O'Donnell floor ...

cabinetry, lighting and painting in the parish offices ...

and a brick facade on the Welcome Center.

The Archway Brick Repair on the church has begun,

please use caution on the church patio.


21 REASONS WHY TO PARTICIPATE IN LUCKY 21

1. 1 in 21 people win. Better odds than the lottery tickets you bought last week.

2. Who doesn’t need an Early Bird gas card prize?3. One of the parish’s most popular fundraisers.4. Where else are you offered a potential $5,000 cash

prize?5. It makes a great gift!6. With the three stuffed animals and two goldfish, this

year you could come home with a cash prize.7. If you buy more than one ticket, you save money!8. Christmas is less than three months away and a cash

prize could come in handy.9. Early Bird contestants can win even more Lucky 21

tickets.10. Your lotto numbers haven’t been coming up and you

are due for some luck.11. Helps support American Martyrs Church, School, SRE

and Outreach programs.12. You do not have to be present to win.13. Your child is about ready to turn 16 and the grand

prize is a car.14. Start a savings account for a child or grandchild.15. Win big money without having to fly to Vegas.16. All your friends are participating.17. Minimum cash prize = $100. That will cover this

year’s Thanksgiving turkey.18. Over 100 Winners!19. Win some extra cash to spend at the auction.20. The biggest thrill at the Parish Fair is not going down

the inflatable slide, but winning the grand prize.21. Best reason – 2017 JEEP WRANGLER!

Look for the Lucky 21 flyer and details after the Labor Day holiday. Tickets go on sale after all Masses starting the weekend of September 15-16!

SEPTEMBER 1st IS WORLD DAY OF PRAYERFOR THE CARE OF CREATION

A Christian Prayer in Union with Creationby Pope Francis*

Father, we praise you with all your creatures.They came forth from your all-powerful hand; they are yours, filled with your presence and your tender love. Praise be to you!Son of God, Jesus, through you all things were made. You were formed in the womb of Mary our Mother, you became part of this earth, and you gazed upon this world with human eyes. Today you are alive in every creature in your risen glory. Praise be to you!Holy Spirit, by your light you guide this world towards the Father’s love and accompany creation as it groans in travail. You also dwell in our hearts and you inspire us to do what is good. Praise be to you!Triune Lord, wondrous community of infinite love, teach us to contemplate you in the beauty of the universe, for all things speak of you.Awaken our praise and thankfulness for every being that you have made. Give us the grace to feel profoundly joined to everything that is. God of love, show us our place in this world as channels of your love for all the creatures of this earth, for not one of them is forgotten in your sight.Enlighten those who possess power and money that they may avoid the sin of indifference, that they may love the common good, advance the weak, and care for this world in which we live. The poor and the earth are crying out.O Lord, seize us with your power and light, help us to protect all life, to prepare for a better future, for the coming of your Kingdom of justice, peace, love and beauty. Praise be to you! Amen.

* Published in Laudato Si’ to ask for inspiration to take up the commitment to creation set before us by the Gospel of Jesus.

BECOMING CATHOLIC - RCIAAre You Someone, or Do You Know Someone Who

• Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic? • Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

Adults considering entering the Catholic Church follow a process known as the RCIA - the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. If you are interested in learning more about the Catholic Church, come to the Information Meeting which will explain the process of becoming fully initiated into the Catholic Christian Church.We offer an opportunity to come together to learn more about our faith. We focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting. RCIA sessions begin Wednesday, September 13 in St. Kateri at 7:30PM.For information, please contact: Terri Brown, t b r o w n @ A m e r i c a n M a r t y r s . o r g or Deacon Derek, dbrown@AmericanMar tyrs.org | 310-220-9368

Please join us on Wednesday, September 13 to find out more about RCIA, your faith and what RCIA can mean for your life

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