With The Lord there is mercy and fullness of redemption.

Psalm 130

Fifth Sunday of Lent

A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908 April 6, 2014

MASS TIMES
SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 N WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri, and Sat. 8 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Service) HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm

St. Rita of Cascia

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(Confession) Saturdays 4-5 pm or by appointment DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Saturday 7:50 am ADORATION First Friday 8:30 am5 pm, Rectory Oratory

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V.F.Pastor Deacon Manuel Valencia Deacon John Hull 318 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626/355-1292 FAX: 626/355-2290 www.st-rita.org

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How to Contact Us
Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.Pastor
626.355.1292 x. 228 revkrek@st-rita.org Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com 355.1292 Dcn. John Hulljohnhull65@gmail.com 355.1292 Weekend Presider: 10 am MassFr. Chris Thiel, OFM Capuchin Parish Office/Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm. Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Director of Administration Pastoral Council
Parish Office: 355.1292 Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org 355.1292

Parish Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org Altar Servers, Youth: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 katganino@charter.net Altar Servers, Adult: Bill Cosso 355.5656 Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 katganino@charter.net Rosary Prayer Group: Susan Day 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. Vigil: Gary Fidone/Bill & Patti Huber Sunday Masses: 7:30-Bill Cosso/David Banis; 10:00-David Muhs; 12N-Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley, Margaret Duran Porter: (Evening Church Lockup) Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Denise Villalovos/Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: 355.1292 bereave@st-rita.org Christian Family: Ana Ptasinski 355.3146 Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry 626.289.3504 626.446.6715 Mens Club: Nick Sotis: 358-2495 nick.sotis@pro-sites.net New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Patty Sullivan 355.3707 psullivan514@gmail.com Senior Ministry: Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Shawl Ministry: Mary Taillac 355.3179 Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Finance Council Chair

Bill Sullivan: 355.3707

St. Rita SchoolOffice: 626.355.6114 Director of Liturgy & Music

Paul Puccinelli: mm@st-rita.org

Principal: Joanne Harabedian jharabedian@st-rita.org

Other Contacts
Archivist: Marilyn McKernan marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org 355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Director of Religious Education

Cristina Cullen: 355.3841 dre@st-rita.org

Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation

Theresa Bui Costanzo: 626.590.8828 ym@st-rita.org

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

Team: Deacon Manuel and Chela Valencia; Susan Blakeslee: rcia@st-rita.org

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners
St. Rita ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish Office 355.1292 or Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org.

For Information about the Sacraments

Baptism
If you are a parishioner interested in baptizing your child, please contact the Parish Office for further information on the Baptism process and requirements.

Anointing of the Sick

Please notify us (355.1292) as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lords special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares!

Reconciliation and First Eucharist

Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or St. Rita Elementary School.

Matrimony

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One

Please call us at 355.1292 If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, we will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors; refer you to our liturgy and music directors; and offer you helpful guidelines and a book that will aid in the selection of readings for the Mass or Memorial Service. Areas we can help you with prior to the passing may help in the planning of funeral services. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest; sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

Contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

Confirmation
A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Religious Education.

NOTE: Adult applicants for the sacraments should contact the Parish Office.

Anointing of the Sick See adjoining column.

SAINT RITA
REV. MSGR. RICHARD KREKELBERG

OF

CASCIA CHURCH

PASTORS CORNER
Dear Parishioners,
Then you shall know that I am the Lord, When I open your graves and have you rise from them, O, my people!
If the Chosen People were hearing these words nearly a full 600 years before his appearance on this Earth, no wonder the Messiah was so desired and anticipated by the time he was actually born. No wonder Jesus words to his friend Martha

I am the Resurrection and the Life; Whoever believes in me will never die
have come down to our own day as the solemn hope of Christians and their repeated declaration as to the critical difference Jesus makes. In the long history of human beings on this Earth and their Great Religions of the World search for God, no one has ever claimed what Jesus claims much less actually carried it out! As we approach our High Holy Days, Passion (Palm) Sunday and the days of Triduum, it is time to hear Jesus question to Martha,

DO YOU BELIEVE THIS?

More than once when todays Gospel passage has been proclaimed at funerals and I ask people to imagine themselves being asked this question by Jesus, tears come to the eyes. After all there is my wife, my husband, grandma or grandpa, some dear loved one in the casket or the cremation urnpretty dramatic moment to ask, Do you believe in the resurrection of the dead? For crying out loud, Do you believe in your own resurrection? More than once it has been the occasion for someone to seek out a confessional. Time to come back. As a priest I know that the desire for hope in resurrection lies just below the skin. I am in good company with this belief and knowledge about people; it is the same reason St. Paul writes: If the Spirit of the one

joined Paul and the other apostles and came to be called Christianseven for thousands at the requirement of their own martyrdom. I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFEpretty powerful words, these!

who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit dwelling in you. On those words an awful lot of people

Msgr. Richard

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PARISHIONERS WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND RETURN TO GOOD HEALTH

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 SUNDAY, APRIL 6

8:00 AM Peter Delgatto, Jr. INT 5:30 PM For All Parishioners

MONDAY, APRIL 7
8:05 AM 8:05 AM 8:05 AM

7:30 AM Gary Sigler INT 10:00 AM Deacon Ernie Nosari RIP 12 NOON Florence Smith RIP Bill Davila RIP Mary Anne Ferencz RIP Communion Service

Gerald Drean, Charlotte Bollman Fuchs, Gerry Krekelberg, Leah Greteman, Raymond Payne, Peter Delgatto, Jr., Montserrat Marti, Jordan Alabart, Linda Milligan, Susan Skousen, Brooke Manning, Jacque Daust, Arthur Contreras, Jr., Robert Quinonez, Richard Krier, Patsy Starkey, Margaret & David Duran, Jean Mansour, Jacob Bigley, Dorothy Van Gorden, Maria Carmen Marti, Dennis & Clare Marquardt, Kathleen Ramsey, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Rose Mary Taquino, Paul Viger, Zdenka Czerny, Hal Finney, Ailey Gardner-Ybarra, Cathy Hundshamer, Eva Bernejo, Edith Olah, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Joseph Moore.

TUESDAY, APRIL 8

Tom Viola (husband of Carole)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 THURSDAY, APRIL 10 FRIDAY, A PRIL 11

8:05 AM

8:05 AM Communion Service Paula Brennan INT

Opportunities for Spiritual Growth

Lenten Weekly Bible Study at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center 10 am & again at 7 pm Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) 7:30 pm Parish Office Meeting Room

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

SUNDAY, APRIL 13PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD

7:30 AM For All Parishioners 10:00 AM Michael Loftus RIP 12 NOON Rosalie Sreih & Toufic Aboujaoude RIP

8:00 AM Brian Eck INT 5:30 PM Beatrice Pondo RIP

Monday, April 7

Tuesday, April 8 (Final Meeting)

Catholicism Series

Thursday, April 10 (Final screening before Easter)

FEAST DAYS
Monday, April 7St. John Baptist de la Salle Friday, April 11St. Stanislaus

Parish Office Meeting Room 2-3:15 pm

Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer 5 pm Music & Meditation 5:30 pm Prayer Oratory in the Parish Office Communal Penance Service
See page 6 for more information.

Thursday, April 10

TODAYS READINGS
First ReadingThus says the Lord GOD: I will open your graves, have you rise from them, and settle you on your land. Then you shall know I am the LORD, O my people! (Ezekiel 37:12-14). PsalmWith the Lord there is mercy and fullness of redemption (Psalm 130). Second ReadingIf Christ is in you, the spirit is alive even if the body is dead because of sin
(Romans 8:8-11).

Tuesday, April 15

Stations of the Cross & Soup Kitchen

This week sponsored by the Mens Club & Senior Ministry

The final Stations of the Cross at St. Rita during Lent 2014 will be at 6:15 pm on Friday, April 11. After Stations, join us in Gara Hall for the Soup Kitchena time to eat a simple meal & visit with fellow parishioners. By having a simple meal in place of our regular mealand donating the proceeds to charitywe fast and we give to those in need. Please plan to join us!

(John 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45]).

GospelLazarus, dead for four days, came out of his tomb when Jesus called his name

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&
Edge Monday, April 7, 4 pm, Gara No Edge on April 14 or April 21 Youth NiteWednesday, April 9, 7 pm, Gara No Youth Nite on April 23 Confirmation Y1 SessionSat., April 12, 4 pm, Gara Youth MassSaturday, April 12, 5:30 pm Theresa Costanzo ym@st-rita.org
91 Years of Faith, Excellence, and Stewardship

St. Rita Catholic School

A Catholic Education is an Advantage for Life

5-Week Adventure Camp at St. Rita School Held from June 23 through August 1 Each weekly session has a theme and varied activities. Please contact the School Office for more information.

School Office 355-6114

St. Rita Mens Club Meeting

Calling St. Rita Class of 1974 Alums

Yes, thats right, its our 40th Anniversary this year and were planning a Reunion on Saturday, June 28 in OMalley Hall Spread the word! Get on the mailing list. Sue Behrens sierra madresue@yahoo.com

Tuesday, April 8 7 pm OMalley Hall

We welcome those who want to come by just to see what were all about. Try ityou might like us!
Nick Sotis 358-2495 nicksotis@pro-sites.net

value when preventing child abuseOnce a caregiver is selected, the family should be alert to any changes in a childs behavior. A child, who suddenly becomes withdrawn, clingy, or reluctant to be with their caregiver, may be experiencing abuse. Talk with your children and encourage them to be open in their feelings. Keep in mind abuse can be verbal, physical, or involve neglect. jvienna@la-archdiocese.org

Did You Know? Why gut feelings have

Begins Wednesday, July 2 at St. Dorothy in Glendora

Bereavement Team Training Class

Please call Sr. Lovina Pammit for information 818/365-6065 Have you thought about becoming part of our Bereavement Ministry at St. Rita? It is such a rewarding experience to help people by just showing a friendly, welcoming presence at funerals. We can use your skillsafter you have attended Trainingas a greeter, a Eucharistic Minister, or as a lector. For information, please contact
Deacon John Hull 355-1292 x225 bereave@st-rita.org

Senior Ministry Request

Our Mah Jong group has grown and we now need two game sets. Do you (or anyone you know) have an American Mah Jong set that is not being used? For more information about our Mah Jong group or to offer your game for all to enjoy, please call

Together in Mission (TIM) Report

Status as of March 27, 2014

Amount of Assessed Goal:

Number of repeat donors (108)

$59, 922.12 $26, 775.00

Amount pledged/donated
Number of new donors (16)

Mary Taillac 355-3179

Articles for the Bulletin should be submitted to bulletin@st-rita or to the Parish Office. Ask for or leave a message for Rosemary, 355-1292 x226. Deadline is 10 days before the desired weekend. Space is limited so the earlier submissions take priority. Thanks for helping.

Amount pledged/donated $ 2, 275.00 TOTAL PAID TO DATE: $29,050.00

Number of parish families (1266)

Percentage participating: Percentage of goal:

10% 49%

Please consider this Appeal that helps our poorer parishes and schools remain open. Will you/can you give $20 or more? And thank you to all those who have already made their pledge or donation. Envelopes available in the Vestibule; please make checks payable to TIM.

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This Week at St. Rita

This SundayThe Sacrament of Anointing
At the end of the 10 am Mass Receive the healing gifts of this Sacramentfor those who are injured, seriously ill, suffering a decline because of advanced age, chronic illness, permanent disability, mental illness, or in danger of death.

Holy Week 2014

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Sunday, April 13

5:30 pm Saturday Vigil Mass (Youth Mass) 10 am Mass Procession with blessed palms Mass also at 7:30 am & Noon

This WeekendCanned Food Drive

After all the Masses

This SundayBundle Sunday

The St. Vincent de Paul truck will be in the lower Church parking lot from 8:30 am until 1:30 pm.

7 pm Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral Tuesday, April 15 8 am Morning Mass (with Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish) 7 pm At St. Rita Church WednesdayApril 16 Communion Service

(No morning Mass at St. Rita.) Chrism Mass

Monday, April 14

Monday, April 7Bible Study at Mater Dolorosa

See page 4 for more information. See page 5 for more information.

Communal Penance Service

Tuesday, April 8Mens Club Meeting Tuesday, April 8RCIA

Final Class until September See page 4 for more information.

Thursday, April 10Catholicism Series

Parish Office Meeting Room 2 pm Final screening until after Easter See page 4 for more information.

Easter Triduum
Holy Thursday of the Lords Supper (No morning Mass.)
April 17

Thursday, April 10Evening Prayer See page 4 for more information. Friday, April 11Stations of the Cross and Soup Kitchen
See page 4 for more information.

7:30 pm Liturgy and Mass Followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.

Saturday, April 12St. Rita School PTO Wine Social

Contact the School for more information and/or tickets.

1:30 pm Liturgy, Adoration of the Cross, and Holy Communion April 19 (No morning Mass. No Confessions.)

Good Friday of the Passion of the Lord (No Mass permitted.)

April 18

Save the Date

Tuesday, April 15Communal Penance Service
See information in adjoining column.

The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night

7:30 pm Saturday Vigil Mass

Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of The Lord
Masses at 7:30 am, 10 am, and Noon April 20

Thursday, April 17Parish Office Closes at Noon Friday, April 18Parish Office is closed all day

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Catholic Community & Local Events
Maryknoll Sisters Day & LuncheonTues., April 8. After the Program, attend a luncheon. $15/person. In the Annex, 300 Norumbega Drive, Monrovia 91016. Please RSVP : 626/358-1825 ACCW MeetingWed., April 9, 9:30 am-1:30 pm. The East San Gabriel District of the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women will meet at St. Martha Parish, 444 North Azusa, Avenue, Valinda. The day begins at 9:30 am with Registration, followed by Rev. Manny Manimtim, CM, who will speak on Lives of the Saints. Mass at 11 am. Charge for the day is $11 prepaid, includes lunch. Info/Reservations: Patricia Lasko 909/860-60002 L.I.F.E. Breakfast & Lecture SeriesThursday, April 10. Models of Holiness: Life Lessons from Pope John XXIII and Pope John Paul II. Doors open at 8 am; buffet breakfast at 8:30. $4.50/Seniors; $5.50/all others. Santa Teresita, 819 Buena Vista St., Duarte 91010. Reservations/Info: 256-3059 santa-teresita.org Charismatic Mass & Healing ServiceFri., April 11. Praise & Worship at 7 pm; Mass at 7:45 pm. Rev. Pat Crowley, SS.CC., MAS, brings a holistic approach to the healing ministry. St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 1879 N. Lake Avenue, Altadena 91001. Info: 797-1167 saintelizabethchurch.org

Check it out! You can give online!

Did you know we have a link on our website st-rita.org that you can use to make your Sunday or Maintenance/ Repair donation using your credit card? Its an easy way to ensure weekly support of your parish.

Request for Donations for Tax Year 2013

Please fill out the form below & drop it in the Offering basket or mail to the Parish Office, 50 E. Alegria, SM 91024. Oremail to rc@st-rita.org NOTE: No telephone requests will be accepted.
Name Address Phone Parish ID

Please print neatlythank you!