3175 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA 93003 Phone: (805) 642-7966 Fax: (805) 642-7635 www.olaventura.com

DEACONS: REV. MR. DAN BOJORQUEZ REV. MR. MIKE BURNS REV. MR. RAUL GONZALEZ REV. MR. DON HUNTLEY REV. MR. PHIL JOERGER REV. MR. ED MILLS REV. MR. CHARLES WESSLER

SCHEDULE OF MASSES: Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM 5:30 PM (1st Friday) * Saturday: 8:00 AM, 5:15 PM Vigil Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM 12:30 (Spanish Mass) *5:15 PM

• Adoration & Benedic-tion for 1hr following 1st Friday Mass

CONFESSIONS: Monday: 8:30 AM Tuesday: No Confessions Wednesday: 5:30 PM Friday: No Confessions Saturday: 8:30 AM & 4:00 PM

LITURGY OF THE HOURS: Monday - Saturday before 8AM Mass

ROSARY: Monday - Saturday after 8AM Mass

PASTOR REV. LEON HUTTON PAROCHIAL VICAR REV. ADALBERTO BLANCO PASTORAL ASSOCIATE DN DON HUNTLEY SEMINARIAN INTERN MIGUEL GODINEZ

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: TUESDAY 9AM - 5PM WEDNESDAY 9AM UNTIL SUNDAY 8AM IN ST. JULIE’S CHAPEL

OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL: 3169 Telegraph Road Mrs. Patricia Groff, Principal School Office: (805) 642-7198

ST. BONAVENTURE HIGH SCHOOL: 3167 Telegraph Road Mr. Marc Groff, Principal. School Office: (805) 648-6836

...whoever eats this bread will live forever;

John 6:51

... el que come este pan vivirá para siempre;

Juan 6:51

The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ - June 18, 2017

Weekly Reflection

Manna from heaven. What is it?

The gift of manna came down upon God’s chosen people as they wandered in the desert. The people were unfamiliar with this “stuff” that appeared on the ground in the morning but which sustained them throughout the day. Its presence was a gift which tasted like honey to the people. However, it could not be stored and could not be hoarded. So each day, the people had to grow in trust that God would provide. Our passage from Deuteronomy 8 states that: Not by bread alone does one live, but by every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord.” What the Hebrew people learned was to never forget the provi-dence of God. It is from this passage that the Gospel of John takes its inspira-tion. Jesus, “the Living Bread Come down from heaven”, offers life everlasting. Just as the manna sustained life for those in the desert, so now sharing in Jesus, the Bread of Life, we share the very life of Christ. The gift of the Eucharist is a sharing in the saving gift of Jesus in his great act of love for us on the cross. Through his Passion, Death, and Resurrection, that is, the Pas-chal Mystery, the Lamb that was sacrificed for us, is now giving us everlasting life. Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians af-firms that we share in God’s saving grace through our reception of the One Bread and the One Cup. Our unity is confirmed by our sharing in the Body of Christ. The People of Israel shared in the manna that mysteriously appeared each morn-ing. Manna, which is translated, What is it?, nourished their bodies and their covenant relationship with God. Today, we share in Jesus, the Bread of Life and the Cup of Bless-ing. We do this In Memory Of Him, whose Body has been offered and whose Blood has been poured out for the forgiveness of sins. By this saving action, we remember every time we gather for the Eucharistic celebration, how God loves us. St. Augustine reminded his community, “Receive who you are” when he dis-tributed communion. On this day, we know who we receive and who it is we imitate.

Reflexión Semanal

Maná del cielo. ¿Qué es?

El regalo del maná descendió sobre el pueblo escogido por Dios mientras vagaban en el desierto. El pueblo no conocía esta “cosa” que aparecía en el suelo durante la mañana y que los sostenía durante todo el día. Su presencia era un regalo que sabía a miel. Sin embargo, no se podía guardar y no se podía reservar. Así, cada día, el pueblo crecía en su confianza de que Dios proveería lo que necesitaban. El pasaje del Deuteronomio 8,3 dice, “No solo de pan vive el hombre, sino de toda palabra que sale de la boca del Señor.” El pueblo hebreo aprendió que nunca deben olvidar la providencia de Dios. Este es el pasaje que inspira el Evangelio de san Juan. Jesús “el Pan Vivo que baja del cielo” ofrece la vida eterna. Así como el maná sostuvo la vida en el desierto, ahora también al compartir en Jesús, el Pan de Vida, compartimos esa vida de Cristo. El regalo de la Eucaristía es compartir en el regalo salvador de Jesús, en su gran acto de amor por nosotros en la cruz. Por medio de su Pasión, Muerte, y Resurrección, es decir, el Misterio Pascual, el Cordero fue sacrificado por nosotros, y ahora da vida eterna. La carta de san Pablo a los Corintios afirma que compartimos

en la gracia salvadora de Dios al recibir un solo Pan y una sola Copa. Se confirma nuestra unión cuando compartimos el Cuerpo de Cristo. El Pueblo de Israel compartieron en el maná que misteriosamente aparecía cada mañana. ¿En que se traduce el maná? En nutrición para el cuerpo y en una relación de alianza con Dios. Ahora, compartimos a Jesús, el Pan de Vida y la Copa de Bendición. Lo hacemos en Memoria de Él, cuyo Cuerpo fue ofrecido y cuya Sangre fue derramada por el perdón de los pecados. Cada

vez que nos reunimos en la celebración de la Eucaristía recordamos esta acción salvadora, recordamos como Dios nos ama. San Agustín cuando distribuía la comunión, le recordaba a su comunidad, “Reciban lo que son.”. En este día, sabemos a quién recibimos y a quien imitamos.

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Our Lady of the Assumption Bereavement Minister Formation

Saturdays – 6/24, 7/1, 7/8 - 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

These formation sessions are designed to prepare ministers in the ministry of bereavement; to bring an awareness to a variety of different circumstances that bereavement ministers may encounter, the practices that define good bereave-

ment ministry, and a basic knowledge of resources available to the grieving. The bereavement ministers are assisted and nurtured in their spiritual development in this ministry. They are also prepared for the planning of funeral rites, and the presiding of the rites they’re tasked with.

6/24/17 Session IV Different Griefs – Different Needs - Topic: Children’s Grief & Effective Bereavement Ministering Presenter: Anne Hansen

7/1/17 Session V Topic: Communication Skills for Bereavement & Establishing Support Groups & Resources Presenter: Ken Lynch

7/8/17 Session VI Topic: Types of Hospice Care; Spiritual Pain & Grief; Advance Health Care Directives - Presenter: Teri Helton, Livingston Memorial

Cost is $10 per session. Please make checks payable to OLA. Fliers with contact and registration information can be found in the Vestibule of the Church or on the website: olaventura.com

Happy Anniversary

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Parish Life

Baptisms

Please pray for the recently baptized as they begin their journey in the

Body of Christ

Genesis Anita Favila Joshua Mateo Garcia

Aiden Michael Gonzales Sofia Grace Hernandez

Nikko Luis Ramirez

To list anniversary, please email bulletin@ola-vta.org by 5pm the Friday of the week before you wish it published. Celebrating your 50th Anniversary (or more)? Please submit your wedding picture and a current picture for our bulletin page. Send to bulletin@ola-vta.org or drop it off at the office.

————————————————————— In Remembrance

Mary Ackerman

Announcements

Bulletin Deadline July 2nd bulletin-due by 5pm June 23rd. Pulpit Announcement –June 25th Masses-Due by June 21st at 9am. Please see directory on pg 9 for where to send information.

Mass Intentions

MASS INTENTIONS FOR June 19 — June 25

Monday, June 19 6:30 Nora Mitchell (D) 8:00 James Russell (D) & Florence McInally (D)

Tuesday, June 20 6:30 Florence McInally (D) 8:00 Laura Michell (D) & John Cressy (L)

Wednesday, June 21 6:30 Florence McInally (D) & Tom McInally (L) 8:00 John Brice (D) & Nora Mitchell (D)

Thursday, June 22 6:30 Nora Mitchell (D) 8:00 Brock Martin (D) & Patrick Lynch (L)

Friday, June 23 6:30 Sarah Huerta (L) 8:00 Eliseo Cortez (D) & Michella Ortega (D)

Saturday, June 24 8:00 Ceferino Cantos Jr. (D) 5:15 Rod Brown Family (D) & Julio & Tula Giron (D)

Sunday, June 25 8:00 Joseph McGrath (D) & Florence McInally (D) 9:30 Mass for the People 11:00 Caridad Cortes (D) & Celestino Cortes Jr. (D) 12:30 Fanny Caballero (L) & Lucia Ruvalcaba (L) 5:15 Kay Monahan (D)

Martin & Kelli Zaehringer 34 Years on June 18

Albert & Janet Karian 60 Years on June 22

Jon & Ann Ives 57 Years on June 18

Charlie & Dawn Blaney 50 Years on June 26

Can You Help?

Our Church is in need of a carpeting professional for a small project in front of the altar. If you or someone you know has the talent and time, please call Ron Ryan at (805)766-0930

Marc & Pat Groff 38 Years on June 16

Parish News

Date Event See Page

June 24 Bereavement Minister Formation Training continues 2

June 26-30 Camp Big Deal - Middle School Leadership Camp 5

July 3 & 4 Office closed in observance of 4th of July holiday 4

July 17-21 Vacation Bible Camp 5

July 17-21 S.A.W. (Signed & Anointed to Witness) High School Peer Leadership Retreat 5

Calendar of Upcoming Events

Our Lady of the Assumption Church Parish Office Hours

Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 7:00pm Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm,

Saturday 8:30am to 12:00pm Sunday 9:00am to 2:00pm

Wednesdays & Fridays closed from noon - 1pm Office closed July 3 & 4

In Observance of 4th of July Holiday

WELCOME!

If you are visiting or are joining us for the first time, we are glad you came! All are welcome at OLA and received with love. If you are ready to join our parish, we encour-age you to fill out the Registration Form and bring it to the Parish Office. Registration forms are available at the Parish Office or on the church website www.olaventura.com If you have any questions, please come by the Parish Office, the Welcome Table at Friend-ship Sunday, or call us at 642-7966.

Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Horario de la Oficina Parroquial

Lunes a Jueves ~ 8:30am. a 7:00pm Viernes ~ 8:30am a 5:00pm

Sábado ~ 8:30am a 12:00pm Domingo ~ 9:00am a 2:00pm

Miércoles y viernes cerrado desde el mediodía - 1pm Oficina cerrada el 3 y 4 de julio

En la observancia del 4 de julio de vacaciones

BIENVENIDO!

Si nos visita o nos acompaña por primera vez, ¡nos da gusto que este aquí! Todos son bienvenidos a OLA y re-cibidos con amor. Si desea ser parte de nuestra parro-quia, le recomendamos que llene el Formulario de Regis-tración y lo traiga a la Oficina Parroquial. Los formularios están disponibles en la Oficina Parroquial o en la página web de la parroquia, www.olaventura.com Para cualquier pregunta por favor pase por la Oficina Parroquial o lláme-nos al 642-7966.

Weekly Offerings

Thank you for your continuing support of Our Lady of the As-sumption Parish. For the month of June 2017 our parish budget calls for $21,484.16 to be donated weekly at the Sunday collec-tion. The collection for Sunday, June 4, 2017 was $19,123.35. This collection is not only used for operating expenses each week, but also for any ongoing repair work, upgrades, etc. to our parish facility. There are many ways to contribute; credit card and automatic debit are available. Please visit www.olaventura.com.

Ofrenda Semanal

Gracias por su continuo apoyo a la Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. Para el mes de junio de 2017 nuestro presupuesto de la parroquia requiere $ 21,484.16 para ser donado semanalmente en la colección del domingo. La colección para el domingo 4 de junio de 2017 fue de $ 19,123.35. Esta colección no solo se usa para los gastos de operación cada semana, sino también para cualquier trabajo de reparación en curso, mejoras, etc. a nuestra instalación parroquial. Hay muchas maneras de contribuir; Tarjeta de crédito y débito automático están disponibles. Por favor visite www.olaventura.com.

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Together in Mission- “Be the Light of Christ”

Our 2017 Together in Mission annual appeal has begun! Thank you to all those who have already contributed to this year’s campaign. If you have not had the opportunity, please pick up a pledge card from the vestibule today.

Parish Goal: $114,700.00 Amount Pledged: $ 99,578.00 Amount Paid: $ 85,460.00 Difference Over/Under Goal vs. Paid: ($ 29,240.00)

Juntos en Mission- "Sé la Luz de Cristo"

Nuestra apelación anual 2017 Together in Mission ha comenzado! Gracias a todos los que ya han contribuido a la campaña de este año. Si no ha tenido la oportunidad, por favor recoja una tarjeta de promesa del vestíbulo hoy.

Parroquia Meta: $ 114,700.00 Cantidad comprometida: $ 99,578.00 Importe pagado: $ 85,460.00 Diferencia Sobre / Bajo Objetivo vs. Pago: ($ 29,240.00)

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Religious Education

City of Saints (High School Youth Conference)

August 4-6, 2017 Cost $275.00

Youth Ministry

Registration packets for confirmation years 1 & 2 are available in the rectory office for 2017/18 sessions. Payment can be made in office. SUMMER is right around the corner, registration is un-derway for the following youth events. Permission forms and payment are due IMMEDIATELY.

CAMP BIG DEAL (Middle School Leadership Camp) June 26-30, 2017 @ Rancho Alegre in Santa Barbara Cost $250.00

S.A.W. (Signed & Anointed to Witness – High School Peer Leadership Retreat) July 17-21, 2017 Cost $250.00

Parish News

Our Lady of the Assumption School

Our Lady of the Assumption School wishes all our parish and school families a safe, happy and blessed Summer. Vacation Bible Camp will take

place July 17 - 21. Due to the summer construction, the location is at Holy Cross School. To register a camper or camp aide (older children) go to www.olaventura.com and click on “What’s New at OLA”.

“Let us proclaim the Mystery of Faith”

On this Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, once known as Corpus Christi, we celebrate the great self-gift of Jesus Christ pre-sent in the Eucharist. Under the appearance of Bread and Wine, we profess that Jesus is truly present: Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. This treasure is offered for

us as the means by which we deepen in holiness. In a profound way, the transformation that takes place on the altar of sacrifice, is what must take place in us. We are united as the Body of Christ with one another because we are to become more and more the Body of Christ. Personal transfor-mation takes place by our deepening awareness through our prayer, our reflection, and our reception of the Eucharist. We become who we receive.

When this awareness and transformation is taking place in us, then we realize the bond we share as one in the Body of Christ. It is this precious gift that we then wish to share by all we say and do. In chapter 6 of the Gospel of John, we encounter Jesus the Bread of Life. What a gift that we hear announced: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world.” This life-giving bread has been passed on from generation to gener-ation as the central sacrament of the Church. It is the sacrament of our identity in Christ which we celebrate Sunday after Sunday as the Body of Christ.

It is in this spirit that we realize that handing on our belief in the Eu-charist is a great gift and a great responsibility for the Lord’s saving presence in our lives. We offer the Eucharist to our younger members at their First Commun-ion to embrace them by a com-munity of faith that reaches out to the whole family. Our outreach extends to the sick and home-bound in our community who, at the time of need, desire the con-solation of the Eucharist. Ministers to the sick and homebound are a blessing to those they serve and

to this parish community. Similarly, our liturgical Eucharistic ministers are a special blessing to us during mass so that we can offer the Body and Blood of Christ to all. It is the command of love that calls us to “Take and eat, take and drink” from the well-spring of salvation. May the Lord send us more ministers of the Eucharist for those who desire to receive Christ our Bread of Life. Could this Mystery of Faith be an invitation the Lord is offering you

Fr. Leon

Vacation Bible Camp

Calling all campers - this summer, come and have s’more fun as we grow our faith together! Our Lady of the Assumption Church is hosting Vacation Bible Camp for children entering grades kindergarten to fifth. Adventure awaits your little camper as we learn about God’s love through music, crafts, activities, sports, and more. Bring a camping chair to gath-er around the “camp fire” as we fan the flame of faith. The happy campers will earn merit badges as we tackle challenges and ob-stacles as a family during this wonderful week. Camp will run from July 17 - 21 from 9:00 - 12:00 at Holy Cross School on Main Street. The cost for the week is $30 per child (cost includes a tee shirt), $25 for the first sibling, $20 for the second sibling. Please register online or in the rectory office. We look forward to seeing you at Vacation Bible Camp!

RCIA – Right of Christian Initiation of Adults

OLA Parish offers a warm welcome for anyone looking for a faith-filled Christian community within the Roman Catholic tradition. We invite those who are interested in Catholic way of life to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) expe-

rience. It’s a one year experience where people gradually learn what it means to be Catholic by living our faith and worshiping as a part of our parish community. RCIA involves preparation of non-baptized adults for sacraments of initiation, as well as adults al-ready baptized who are interested in receiving the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. It’s also available to Catholics who have been away from the active practice of their faith and are considering returning to active participation. Contact Deacon Don via email at RCIA@ola-vta.org or by phone at (805) 642-7966 x123 for more information and to have your questions an-swered.

Eucharistic Adoration in St. Julie’s Chapel

Adoration Hours in St. Julies Chapel are Tuesdays 9am through 5pm & Wednes-days 9am continuously through Sundays 8am. Adorers are always welcome. Would you consider being an occasional substitute or weekly adorer? There is a special need for night time adorers. If so, please phone Mary Ann at 644-2160 or Elizabeth at 644-8395.

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Prayer Shawl Ministry

Explore knitting or crocheting as a prayer experience! All skill levels are welcome. Donations of supplies ap-

preciated. Our next meeting is on Saturday, 7/8/17. For more info call Jan Parrone at 658-1904 or visit www.shawlministry.com. To request a shawl please call the parish office at 642-7966.

July 2017 Fingerprint Schedule Santa Barbara Region

Saturday - 7/22/17 Our Lady of the Assumption 3152 Telegraph Road VENTURA 93003 For appt. pls. call (805) 642-7966 Thursday - 7/27/17 ST. MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL 2534 Ventura Blvd. CAMARILLO 93010 For appt. call 805-482-2611

For additional info please visit: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/hr/Pages/fingerprinting.aspx

Did you Know?

Hit the park safely this summer

A great way to beat summer boredom is to head out to the park and play. For many parents, parks provide the space

and place for children to play with others and burn off some ener-gy by running around and exploring. However, even in your own neighborhood parks, parents should be vigilant, and should pre-pare children with basic safety guidelines. Go over the posted rules of the playground with your children, and make sure they understand the boundaries of where they can and cannot play. To request a copy of the VIRTUS® article “Playground Safety Con-siderations,” email jvienna@la-archdiocese.org or call (213) 637-7227.

VIRTUS Training

The following VIRTUS Sessions have been scheduled for June 2017

Protecting God’s Children St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church (Simi Valley) Saturday, 6/24/17, 9am Please call 805-526-6499 to reserve a place.

Keeping the Promise Alive (VIRTUS recertification)

Old Mission Santa Ines (Solvang) Sunday, 8/27/17 10:30 AM call 805-688-4815 to reserve a place

To register for a session or for questions, call Dea Boehme at (805) 390-1260. Participants must be on time in order to be admitted to a session.

Safe Environment Adult Ministries

Spirituality & Fellowship

33 Days to Morning Glory

A Retreat Program in preparation for Marian Conse-cration by Fr. Michael Gaitley offered Monday eve-nings 6:30 – 8:30pm beginning 7/10/17 in the Santa Cruz Room at the Parish Center. All parishioners are invited! A 6 week program that includes weekly

readings from the book 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley, with lesson questions in the participant workbook, prayer and small group sharing, culminating in Marian Consecration on the Feast of Our Lady of the Assumption. The book and partici-pant workbook, (or workbook only) should be purchased in ad-vance of the 1st meeting, and is available online at https://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/33-days-to-morning-glory-participant-packet-with-book . Materials will not be available to purchase at the meetings, so please order yours in advance. To RSVP please contact Kati Escallier at 642-7966 ext. 142 or Kescallier@ola-vta.org .

The OLA Book Discussion Group

The OLA Book Discussion Group will meet next on 7/17/17. We will read The Abbey by James Martin The discussion will be from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center-San Miguel room. Please call Mary Ann Bognar at 805-647-0462 for more information about the group. We are a small group with (usually) fewer than 10 participants, so the discussion is lively and often informative. The August Meeting will be held on 8/14/17, also in the San Miguel Room of the Parish Center. For that meeting the group will be reading The Smile of the Ragpicker: The Life of Satoho Kitahara by Paul Glynn. Watch this space for future book selections and consider joining us for the discussions. Books are recommended and selected by the Book Discussion Group members. We try to choose books which will help us to grow spiritually and which would be of interest to Catholic Adults.

Many Meals

Many Meals serves our parish family and the community as a whole. Guests come each Wednesday for a hot meal and fellowship free of charge. We serve at College United Methodist Church, 4300 Tele-graph Road from 6-7pm. The program is self-supporting and thus relies on our dedicated volunteers and dona-tions by our generous parishioners . For more info or to volunteer, please call (805)642-7966 .

“As missionary dis-ciples, the Many

Meals Ministry pro-vides a weekly

meal and fosters fellowship to the

people in our community.”

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OLA Cancer Support Group

2nd Wednesday of Each Month, (next meeting 7/12) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm in the Parish House - Back Conference Room. If you or a family member has cancer and you wish for spiritual and psychological support as you journey through please join us each month and let's pray together for healing and a cure. Contact Rochida McClure for more information (805) 746-0727 cell/text.

Hermits of The Holy Cross

The Hermits of the Holy Cross is a Contemplative Association for those who are permanently physically disabled and have be-come “homebound” . If you are homebound and would like to assist the parish as a Hermit of the Holy Cross, please call Mark Dextraze at 647-9089 or email him at: dextraze13@yahoo.com.

Single Again Support Group

A group for Separated and Divorced Pa-rishioners meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Our next meeting is 6/21, Location: Parish House - Kitchen

Area (21 N. Dunning Street, Ventura). Join us, it is a healing. For more info contact Rochida McClure at (805) 746-0727 cell/text.

Respect Life

The Catholic Church is a Pro-Life Church from Conception to Natural Death. Re-sources and contact info can be found in our directory page under “In the Commu-

nity”. For more information please contact Patty Berry, Respect Life Parish Coordinator at 642-4928

Próximas VIRTUS Sesiones

ATTN: Los participantes deben llegar a tiempo para ser admitidos a la sesión. Todos los participantes en la VIRTUS debe ser de 18 años o mayor / No menores incluso con los padres.

Protegiendo a los Niños de Dios

St. Sebastian Catholic School (Santa Paula) Sábado, August 12, 2017, 9:00 AM Para registrarse, llame al 805-933-1541

PRÓXIMAS SESIONES DE IMPRENTA DIGITAL (HUELLAS) Jueves, 22/7/17 OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION Para una cita por favor llame al (805) 642-7966

Para información adicional, visite: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/hr/Pages/fingerprinting.aspx

Ministerio Hispano Service & Outreach

"Como le pagare al señor por todo el bien que me ha hecho? Alzare la copa de la salvación y

le daré gracias!" Mi corazón está lleno de profunda gratitud al señor pos tantas bendiciones a lo largo de estos 40 años de ministerio sacerdotal.

Gracias por haberme recibido estos últimos anos ,y hacerme parte de esta hermosa comunidad de la asunción. Sé que donde quiera que me encuentre los llevare muy dentro de mi corazón. Agradezco a Andrea y el resto de voluntarios por la celebración y recepción tan hermosa el domingo pasado y la calurosa bienvenida extendida hacia mi madre y familia.

Gracias p. León he disfrutado mucho de tu amistad, liderazgo pastoral y bondad hacia mí. Y al resto del equipo pastoral, ruego a dios continúe bendiciendo abundantemente a toda esta hermosa comunidad con los dones del espíritu santo.

Sinceramente en el poder del espíritu santo,

P. Beto

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In the Community

¿SABIA USTED?

Vaya al parque con seguridad este verano

Una gran manera de vencer el aburrimiento de verano es salir al parque y jugar. Para muchos padres, los parques proporcionan el espacio y el lugar para que los niños jueguen con otros y quemen algo de energía corriendo y explorando. Sin embargo, incluso en sus propios parques de la vecindad, los padres de familia deben estar atentos y deben preparar a los niños con las pautas básicas de seguridad. Revise con sus hijos las reglas del área de juegos del parque, y cerciórese de que ellos entiendan los límites de donde pueden y no pueden jugar. Para solicitar una copia del artículo de VIRTUS® “Playground Safety Considerations” (Consideraciones de seguridad en el área de juegos del parque), envíe un correo electrónico a bmelendez@la-archdiocese.org o llame al (213) 637-7508.

Ministerio Hispano

In the Community

Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Your love as husband and wife is a gift to one another as well as a gift from God. Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend to re-ceive the tools needed to make the most of this precious gift. Deepen your communication, strengthen your rela-tionship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacra-ment by attending the next WWME weekend July 28-30 in Simi Valley. Go online to www.twocanlove.org for more information. We help make good marriages better.

Pilgrimage to Italy

Join Fr Leon Hutton on a Faith, Friends, and Food Pilgrimage to Italy April 2-12, 2018 We will have an infor-mation Meeting Tuesday, June 20 at

7:00 PM at the Our Lady of the Assumption Rectory. To RSVP or for more information, contact Cathy Kroll 805-218-9961 or Cathy@VenturaTraveler.com

Have You Remembered your Parish or School in your WILL or TRUST?

For information, please contact the Planned Giving Office at (213) 637-7504 or PlannedGiving@LA-Archdiocese.org www.ADLALegacy.org

Welcome to our online Catholic superstore! http://www.olaventura.com/store

Offering you thousands of beau-tiful Catholic gifts, jewelry, books and art, our parish re-ceives 12% of your purchase price every time you shop from here: http://

www.olaventura.com/store. Be sure to shop directly from our parish website so you can be sure we are receiving the benefit of your sale. Please check out the store for your First Communion and Confirmation gift needs. For more information please contact Lauren Burns at 642-7966 ext. 101.

Cub Scouts

Congratulations to the Cub Scouts from Our Lady of the Assumption Parish who earned their Religious Emblem awards. The Light of Christ award helps first through second grade boys develop a personal relationship with Jesus by becoming a real per-son and a friend to them. Those receiving the award are: Diego Magana, Matthew McReynolds and Steven Montgomery.

The Maccabee Religious Emblem was developed to help first and second grade boys learn more about their Jewish faith. The Scouts learn about Jewish names, holidays, terms, symbols and objects, community helpers, and he-roes. Dylan Beyer is receiving this award.

Defenders of Life

Defenders of Life are a group of Pro-Life men and women from many parishes, who work together on events and activities to advance Pro-Life in our parishes, our neigh-borhoods, and among friends and family. We meet once each month

at Our Lady of the Assumption parish. The June meeting will be Wednesday June 28th at 3:00 PM at the Parish House located at 21 N. Dunning St. Recognizing that not all interested people are able to attend meetings, we wel-come participation via e-mail. If you are interested in be-ing informed about current activities of Defenders of Life, please send your message and e-mail address to ab-ohner@roadrunner.com.

Congratulations!!

Congratulations to all graduating Seniors from St. Bonaventure, Foothill, Ventura and El Camino High schools! OLA fami-ly: Please keep them in your prayers as they make their way into colleges around

the country, the workforce and into our military services. Pray that they keep their faith close and are safe in their journeys. May the power of our own faith community keep them strong on a path with Jesus.

Parish Phone Number/Numero de Teléfono de la Parroquia (805)642-7966

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SPIRITUALITY & FELLOWSHIP

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Elizabeth Wurts, 644-8395 Mary Ann Decaen, 644-2160 FRIENDSHIP SUNDAY: Dn Phil Joerger ext. 148 INFANT BAPTISM PREP: English: Deacon Phil Joerger, ext.148 S panish: Deacon Raul Gonzalez, ext. 149 MOM’S GROUP: Jeanine Walker, 407-0668 M.O.M.S. MORNINGS: Jamie Kuske, 510-681-4259, jmkuske@yahoo.com MOTHER’S PRAYER: Lisa O’Brien, 340-7024, obrient@roadrunner.com NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING: Aaron and Lee Ann Sanchez, 650-6734 PARISH PRAYER CHAIN: Juanita Trine, 644-5967, Gusatjed@hotmail.com PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: Jan Parrone, 658-1904 ROSARY MAKERS: Aurora Gonzales, 654-0316 VOCATIONS: Father Leon, ext. 106 WELCOME COMMITTEE: Alton & Virginia Lewis 642-7966

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES ALTAR SERVERS: Deryl & Margaret Franzel, 644-5449 altarservers@ola-vta.org END OF LIFE MINISTRY: GEORGE AND JAN STANDING-ROBERTS, 648-1782 BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY: George and Jan Standing-Roberts, 648-1782 DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Charlie Kim, ext. 122 EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Diana Huntley, ext. 123 or olaeucharisticministry@gmail.com ENVIRONMENT MINISTRY: Ana Miller, 620-0873 LECTORS: Dale & Ted Muegenburg 642-0876 MARRIAGES: Andrea Rooney ext 129 or arooney@ola-vta.org SACRISTANS: Debbie Folger 818-426-9280 or dfolger@ola-vta.org USHERS: Larry & Barb Gadbois 320-3819, ushers@ola-vta.org COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: John Ridout 340-6382 or jwridout@charter.net

PARISH INFORMATION BULLETIN: ext. 128 or bulletin@ola-vta.org BUSINESS MANAGER: Lauren Burns, ext. 101 FINANCE COUNCIL: Mike Coulson, 642-7966 PASTORAL COUNCIL: John Brito, 642-7966 SCHEDULING: Terri Rojo schedule@ola-vta.org, ext. 109

FAITH FORMATION

CONFIRMATION:YOUTH: Gabriel Rivera, ext. 121 or grivera@ola-vta.org ADULT: Dn. Dan Bojorquez, ext. 146 ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Mari Joerger, ext.125 MIDDLE (THE EDGE) & HIGH SCHOOL : Gabe Rivera, ext. 121 NURSERY: Mari Joerger, ext. 125 RCIA: Dn. Don Huntley ext. 123 or RCIA@ola-vta.org SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN: Dea Boehme 390-1260, dea.boehme@gmail.com SUNDAY SCHOOL: Mari Joerger at ext.125 or SundaySchool@ola-vta.org

SACRAMENTAL COMPLIANCE DN ED MILLS, EXT. 152 OR EDMILLS@OMNIEMAIL.NET

ADULT MINISTRIES

WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Kati Escallier, ext. 142 or KEscallier@ola-vta.org MEN’S MINISTRY : KEN LYNCH (310) 720-9443, KENLYNCH123@AOL.COM ADULT CONFIRMATION: DN DAN BOJORQUEZ, EXT.146 LIVING MATRIMONY: Michael Aguilar micaguilar@aol.com OLA Classics: Mary Kielas, 650-7870 or mkeilas@ola-vta.org University: Dn Dan Bojorquez ext. 146

SERVICE & OUTREACH

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Rochida McClure, MFTI, 746-0727 or Rochida.mcclure@yahoo.com FOOD BASKETS: Jerry Deal, 339-0260 or jd347@yahoo.com RESPECT LIFE: Patty Berry, 642-4928 or coastalpatty@gmail.com Dea Boehme, dea.boehme@att.net RIDES TO MASS: John Stebbins, 644-4674 or druhmlsteb@aol.com MANY MEALS: KEVIN KLIER 856-8850 OR VENTURAN61418@GMAIL.COM GRIEF SUPPORT: KEN LYNCH (310)720-9943, KENLYNCH123@AOL.COM

HISPANIC MINISTRIES (MINISTERIO HISPANO): DN RAUL GONZALES, EXT.149 or rosejoseca@aol.com Pastoral Council (en Español):

IN THE COMMUNITY

A.C.C.W: Leslie McGiven 701-2877 ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS: Wm J. Ferguson 340-2619 CUB SCOUTS: Dan Jordan 415-2771 BOY SCOUT RELIGIOUS EMBLEMS: kathy.ellison.2@gmail.com CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLING SUPPORT: Mary Kielas, 650-7870 CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 303 N. VENTURA AVE, 643-4694 CHESS CLUB/CHILDRENS STRING ENSEMBLE: Peter Shuere, 642-9998 DEFENDERS OF LIFE: Anna Murphy, 218-3093 or Carol 765-4293 DETENTION MINISTRY: Margaret Oberon, 794-0267 FAITH IN ACTION: DN ED & KATE MILLS, EXT 152 FAMILIES OF NAZARETH: Phyllis Crews, 643-5361 HERMITS OF THE HOLY CROSS: Mark Dextraze, 647-9089 or dextraze13@yahoo.com KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Patrick Cunningham 650-9492 LIFE CENTERS OF VENTURA CO.: Michele Loughman , 486-2721 MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: Russ & Jeanine Walker, 648-4244 RETROUVAILLE REDISCOVERY: Paul & Marisa Montgomery, 642-4023 SECULAR FRANCISCAN: Pauline Riendeau, 339-9446 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: 642-4104 TENDER LIFE MATERNITY HOME: Karen, 653-7474 VICTIMS ASSISTANCE MINISTRY: Suzanne Healy (213)637-7650 YLI-CATHOLIC WOMEN’S ORG.: Mary Ann Foushee, 382-7457

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