Rectory 1659 Columbia Street Pastoral Center Parish Office 1629 Columbia St. 1668 State Street; San Diego, California 92101 (619) 234-4820 ~ FAX (619) 234-3559 ~ www.olrsd.org Church Hall 1654 State Street This Sunday’s Rosary is led by the OLR Guild 10:00 AM Next Sunday’s Rosary will be led by the Sacred Heart Society 10:00 AM Italian National Catholic Parish Our Lady of the Rosary February 15th, 2015 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Our Lady of the Rosary Mission Statement We, the Parish of Our Lady of the Rosary, are a pilgrim church. Under the mantle of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we grow as a people of God following Jesus, celebrating the Eucharist, living apostolic service, continuing faith formation and Marian devotions. We strive to bring the joy of the gospel and imitate Jesus through compassion, mercy and love, especially for the poor and marginalized. We seek to be faithful stewards providing a heart and home for all. Our Lady of the Rosary Page 2 We welcome all visitors to our celebration. While Holy Communion may only be received by prepared Catholics, our non-Catholic guests are welcome to receive a special blessing from the priest during distribution. Simply cross your arms on your chest as you approach the priest. Masses of the Week: February 15 to 22, 2015 Saturday, February 14: 5:30 p.m. Bill Covey † Peter & Donna Piranio This Sunday, February 15: 7:30 a.m. Parishioners, Benefactors & Friends 9:00 a.m. Frank Battisti Family Esther & Dolores 10:30 a.m. Mike Fiorentino † Emil & Grace Piraino 12 noon Mario Sanfilippo † Rosa & Mariano Sanfilippo Monday: 7:30 a.m. James Cucinell † Dawn Gasca 12 noon Caterina Zizzo † Steve & Rosalie Balistreri Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. Gaetano Carini † John & Dorothy Lo Coco 12 noon Renata Brunetto † Anthony & Iolanda Sardo Wednesday: Ash Wednesday 7:30 a.m. Dorothy Castagnola † Erminia & Tony Taranto 12 noon Angie Giacalone † Lia Lo Coco 7:00 p.m. Fr. Steven Grancini † Peter & Donna Piranio Thursday: 7:30 a.m. Lucy & Bruce Cotton † Mike & Antoinette Cotton 12 noon In honor of St. Anthony St. Anthony Prayer Group Friday: 7:30 a.m. Mardoqueo Lovato † Phyllis Wilson 12 noon Perpetual Membership Saturday: 7:30 a.m. Bertram Wilson † Phyllis Wilson 12 noon David G. Martinez † Giovanni & Lani Lo Coco 5:30 p.m. (Vigil) Nick De Santi † Vince & Carmella Giacalone Next Sunday, February 22: First Sunday of Lent 7:30 a.m. For the Souls in Purgatory 9:00 a.m. Parishioners, Benefactors & Friends 10:30 a.m. Madonna del Paradiso 12 noon Sara Sabatini Bruno † her children Please remember that our daily Mass Calendar fills rapidly. Presently the wait is six to eight months in advance. If you hope to have a mass celebrated on a special date, look ahead and call early. Little Italy, San Diego, CA Pastor’s Corner The Lord Jesus is in our midst as one who heals and forgives sins. The men who carried the paralytic in Mark’s Gospel demonstrated a great deal of faith. Removing the roof and digging through it to bring the paralytic to Jesus indicated that they were determined to let nothing – not even the fear of being embarrassed by the crowd – keep them from seeking the attention and help of Jesus. The gospel points out that Jesus was moved by their faith and that of the paralytic. Because of their faith, the paralytic was healed of his physical ailment and his sins forgiven. We need faith. We need God’s forgiveness. Yes, we all do! When Jesus saw the man he said to him: “Son, your sins are forgiven”, by so doing, Jesus decided to give him not what he wanted but what he needed – not a physical cure but a spiritual one. This is very remarkable. For the lord Jesus, forgiveness is indeed the most profound healing we can experience. When we refuse to acknowledge our need for God’s forgiveness and/or not willing to forgive others, we remain disfigured and paralyzed in spirit. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday Feb. 18. It is a penitential season, a time that God is begging us to come back to Him with all our heart; a time to experience His infinite mercy and forgiveness. It is a time of healing! Through Prayer, Fasting and Abstinence we are called upon to deepen our relationship with Christ and with one another especially the poor. May we be filled with the richness of His mercy. Presidents’ Day In observance of the holiday, the parish offices will be closed Monday, February 16th. Our Lady of the Rosary Page 3 Little Italy, San Diego, CA Lent Begins On Ash Wednesday February 18th Fasting: Eating only one full meal, less at other mealtimes, and nothing in between meals. Catholics, who are in good health, from 21 to 60 years of age, are bound to fast on Ash Wednesday (February 18th) and Good Friday (April 3rd). Abstinence: Means to refrain from eating meat. Catholics from 14 years of age and over are bound to abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent. Easter Duty: All Catholics must receive Holy Communion at least once during the time between the 1st Sunday of Lent (February 22nd) and Trinity Sunday (May 31st). Confession: The obligation to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year has no set time; naturally the Lenten Season offers a very opportune occasion for a Sacramental conversion. Lenten Celebrations: Our Parish offers a 7:30 AM and a 12 Noon Mass, daily. Stations of the Cross: every Friday after the Noon Mass and at 7:30 PM. Priests are always available for Confessions, especially before services. Ash Wednesday: Ashes will be distributed during Mass at 7:30 AM, 12 Noon and 7:00 PM. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Every Friday, 8:00 AM – 12 noon & 12:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Our Lady’s Gifts SALE! And FREE Lenten On-line Reading Group Prepare for Holy Week with Pope Benedict. Ignatius Press is offering an on-line reading group on his masterpiece Jesus of Nazareth: Holy Week. Register for free at facebook.com/ignatiuspress. February 8th’s Collections Weekly Goal = $11,000 Masses$7,215 Mailed In$770 Online $1,137.50 Total $9,122.50 Thank You for your continued generosity! Baptism Class Enjoy a 15% discount if you come by 2/1521 to pick up your copy of the book and the study guide. The next Baptism class will be Thursday, February 26th at 6:30 PM in the St. Gianna Room of the Pastoral Center. Parents wishing to have their child baptized and confirmed adults who have been asked to be a godparent must attend this program, which is regularly offered by all the parishes. Hours of Operation OLR Socializers Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 AM –3:00 PM Thursday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM Please join us for lunch at the Hilton on Mission Bay, Sunday February 22nd at 12 o’clock. Contact Ellen Hogan for information & reservations at (619) 236-0732. Baptisms ~ The following children have been joyfully welcomed into the family of God: Josefina Calvo, daughter of Rodrigo & Elsa Maria Gutierrez Calvo Salido Luca Anthony Paluso, son of Michael Paul & Marisa Frye Paluso Maliya Jane Velasco, daughter of John Baren Velasco & Irol Yago God love & bless them always. Marriage Banns ~ The following couples have exchanged a promise to marry in Christ: Desmond Johnson & Justine Malysa Our Lady of the Rosary Page 4 Little Italy, San Diego, CA FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2015 4.00 P.M. TILL 9.00 P.M. PARISH HALL ADULTS - $12.00 CHILDREN - $5.00 12 12 & & UNDER UNDER ORDERS TO GO ARE AVAILABLE MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 619.296.6484 OR 619.615.0210 SPONSORED BY ICF #230 OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY - PRESENTS LENTEN Our Lady of the Rosary Page 5 Little Italy, San Diego, CA FRIDAY’S FEBRUARY 27, MARCH 6, 13, 20, 27 MEAL: 5:00 P.M. TILL 7:00 P.M. ADULTS: $8.00 CHILDREN (12 & UNDER): $5.00 STATIONS OF THE CROSS: 7:30 P.M. Restorative Justice and Detention Ministry Jesus said, “I was in prison and you visited me. What you did for the least of these you did for me.” Restorative Justice focuses on harms committed and making the offender accountable to the victim and the community, and to bring about transformation of all parties. There are many components including Detention Ministry, Victim/Offender Dialogue, reentry practices, victim support, and support for the families of the incarcerated. These are corporal works of mercy; ministries of presence, compassion, hope, and love. Compassion, hope, and love flow out of our presence – by being there for them. We impact the lives of those imprisoned in 27 different prisons, jails, and detention facilities, housing over 25,000 inmates. This includes eight sheriff’s jails, five juvenile detention facilities, three state prisons, and four federal detention facilities. Many of these inmates are hungry to deepen their relationship with God. We merely become the conduits, or channels, of the Holy Spirit. Our diocese supports twelve chaplains to say Mass, administer the sacraments, and visit inmates individually. We provide assistance to 300 Catholic volunteers to conduct scripture, prayer and discussion services. More than 60% of our volunteers have never volunteered for anything else in the Church. Merciful CALLED TO BE This ministry of compassion, hope, and love is possible thanks to the support of the Annual Catholic Appeal. This is our special opportunity to transform lives on a person-to-person level. “For I was in prison, and you visited me”. Matthew 25:36 “ Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” — MATTHEW 25:40 Our Response as Stewards REFLECT . . . . . . . On the many gifts you have received from God, including your financial blessings. PRAY . . . . . . . . . . . About how God wants you to use the gifts He has given you. RESPOND. . . . . . . By supporting the mission. 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FOREIGN & DOMESTIC AUTO REPAIR 1125 Morena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110 Complete Auto Repairs 619-276-3263 ITALIAN RESTAURANT For further information, 3663 —EST. 1965— please call the Parish Office. Voltaire St. 223-8197 Parishioner www.jspaluch.com www.morenaautomotive.com Look us up on Yelp Tulio C. Torrinello Sr. - Owner For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-231-0805 Let us remember in our prayers the Five Barnabites to be Ordained to the Priesthood in the Philippines by Bishop Villegas on Saturday, February 21st Pictured from left to right with Most Rev. Socrates B. Villegas, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan: Rev. Gerard M. Sala, Rev. Benedict M. Insigne, Rev. Alfredo M. Dolog, Jr., Rev. John Paul M. Osip and Rev. Mark Anthony M. Pondoc