Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.

Pastor
626.355.1292 x. 228 revkrek@st-rita.org Dcn. Manuel & Chela ValenciaDeacon Couple deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Dcn. John Hulljohnhull65@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Weekend Presiders: Fr. Chris Thiel, OFM Cap. Rev. Msgr. John Morales Director of Administration: Mary Lou Butler, 355.1292 Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org

Parish Office/Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 7:00pm; Sat. 9am-2pm Office Phone: 626.355.1292
Pastoral Council Vice Chair Mr. George Landis: 626.355.1292 Finance Council Chair Mr. Bill Sullivan: 626.355.3707 Director of Liturgy & Music Mr. Paul Puccinelli: mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Mrs. Cristina Cullen: 355.3841, dre@st-rita.org Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Mrs. Theresa Bui Costanzo: 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 St. Rita SchoolOffice: 626.355.6114 Principal: Mrs. Joanne Harabedian: jharabedian@st-rita.org SAINT RITA MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS
(See Inside Flap, page four)

SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm; Sunday 7:30 am; 10 am; & 12 N WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri., and Sat. 8:00 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Services) HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Confessions) Saturdays 4-5 pm or by appointment DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotions: Saturdays 7:50 am Adoration: First Fridays 8:30 am 5:00 pm, Rectory Oratory. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Baptismal Preparation for parents and godparents: 7 8:30 pm the last Monday of the month. Call for Reservations. Baptisms are usually the first Sunday of the month. SACRAMENTS OF RECONCILIATION & 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. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Contact the parish office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament! SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Religious Education.

Mass Times

Sunday, July 8, 2012

NOTE: Adult applicants for the above sacraments should inquire at the
Parish Office: 50 E. Alegria Ave. or call 626.355.1292. SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK (See Inside Flap, page four)

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PASTORS CORNER
Dear Parishioners, While I am on vacation this month, I offer this Reflection for your consideration. Msgr. Richard The prophet Ezekiel reports that the spirit entered into me and set me on my feet. God sent him to the Israelites, describing them as rebels who have rebelled against meHard of face and obstinate of heart. Ouch! But after Ezekiels visit, says God, even though they are a rebellious housethey shall know that a prophet has been among them. This vision of obstinacy among the Israelites reminds us to pray as the psalmist invites: To you I lift up my eyes who are enthroned in heaven. Our hope, as we lift our eyes, is that we be attentive to the mystery of Christ among us. How very interesting that we find Ezekiels report paired today with the gospel story from Saint Mark in which we hear the lament: A prophet is not without honor except in his native place. Those who failed to receive Jesus are not unlike those who in Ezekiels time were hard of face and obstinate of heart. Luke Timothy Johnson, who teaches New Testament at Emory University, invites us to seek to identify the powers and principalities at work in patterns of social behavior that systematically deceive, enslave, and oppress those who are other and vulnerable. The churchs call is to liberate all Gods people from the deeds and systems that are intended to hurt God by harming humans. Gods own vision of this world transformed in justice and peace prompts us to look for a new heaven and a new earth, where the fullness of [Gods] peace will shine forth and in which will be gathered those of every race and tongueto share with them the unending banquet of unity. In the Collect for todays Mass, we prayed that the God who has raised a fallen world might bestow eternal gladness on those who have been rescued from slavery to sin. This cannot happen until we seek to be those people who know that a prophet has been among them. Such will be evident when we have devoted ourselves to bringing about this vision of Jesus, when we live in communion with our pope and bishop, and all the Bishops and [Gods} entire people. Then the Church will be a sign of unity and an instrument of [Gods} peace among all people.

TODAYS READINGS First Reading They shall know that a prophet has been among them (Ezekiel 2:2-5). Psalm Our eyes are fixed on the Lord, pleading for his mercy
(Psalm 123).

Second Reading I am content with weaknesses and hardships for the sake of Christ (2 Corinthians 12:7-10). Gospel The people said: Where did this man get all this? Is he not the carpenter, the son of Mary? (Mark 6:1-6). SATURDAY 8:00 AM 5:30 PM SUNDAY 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 12 NOON MONDAY 8:00 AM TUESDAY 8:00 AM WEDNESDAY 8:00 AM THURSDAY 8:00 AM FRIDAY 8:00 AM SATURDAY 8:00 AM 5:30 PM SUNDAY 7:30 AM 10:00 AM
12 NOON

JULY 7 Molly Lynch INT William J. Sullivan RIP JULY 8 For All Parishioners Edward Bradley RIP John Sweeney RIP JULY 9ST. AUGUSTINE ZHAO RONG David Levesque RIP & COMPANIONS JULY 10 Alfonso N. Gonzalez RIP JULY 11ST. BENEDICT Communion Service JULY 12 Communion Service J ULY 13 S T . H ENRY David Noriega RIP JULY 14BLESSED KATERI TEKAKWITHA Bob Johnson INT For All Parishioners JULY 15 William and Frances Cosso RIP Mike and Debra Parker INT Janet Heins RIP

The following priests are ill. They would deeply appreciate your prayers!

William C. Graham, a priest of the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota, is professor of historical theology and director of the Braegelman Program in Catholic Studies at the College of St. Scholastica.

Rev. Richard Albarano Rev. Thomas Anslow, CM Rev. William Bonner Rev. Frank Ferrante, CMF Rev. Matthew Delaney Rev. Francisco Garcia Msgr. Joseph Greeley Msgr. Alfred Hernandez Rev. Stephen Hernandez Msgr. John Hughes Rev. Isaac Kalina, O.S.B. Rev. Miguel G. Java

Rev. Joseph P. Lee Msgr. Gerald McSorley Rev. Thomas Meskill Msgr. John Mihan Rev. Anthony Nuanez Msgr. William OToole Msgr. George Parnassus Rev. Jorge Pealoza Rev. Frank Russo Rev. Erasmus Soriano Rev. Mario Torres

I will rather boast most gladly of my weaknesses, in order that the power of Christ may dwell with me.

2 Corinthians 12:9

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BLOOD DRIVETHIS SUNDAY, JULY 8

WALK-INS ARE WELCOME! Join with fellow Parishioners in donating the gift of life. The drive will be held from 8:30-2:30 in OMalley Hall.

Catholic Community & Local Events

Theology on Tapfrom July 11 thru August 1. An annual speaker series, hosted locally at Holy Family Parish, So. Pasadena. For ages 18 to 39. Continue growing in your faith while you meet other Catholic young adults. Info: archla.org/tot Catholic Singles Network MixerSun., July 15, 4-10:30 pm. Meet at Griffiths of Kinsale Irish Pub, 1007 Mission St., So. Pasadena. $20 per/person for meal and appetizers; drink specials. RSVP/Info: Jeanetteberaha@hotmail.com 626/437-7905 Ignatian Volunteer CorpsJuly 14 and/or July 28. Opportunities for Spiritual Renewal. Each event is held from 10 am2 pm. The July 14 event is in Camarillo and the July 28 event is at Loyola Marymount University. Donation: $15/one day or $25/both. Info/Reg.: Anne Hansen ahansen@ivcusa.org 805/987-9807

FOOD DRIVEWEEKEND OF JULY 14-15

This is our only food drive of the summer and St. Anthony Parish is relying on us to help them meet their needs. Items most neededcanned fruits and vegetables, cereals, peanut butter, tuna, pastas, baby food, and other non-perishables. You may also contribute cash or checks (payable to St. Anthony). This drive is cosponsored by the St. Rita Senior Ministry and the St. Rita Mens Club. Thank you for your donations and support! We are again sponsoring a drivefrom July 21 through July 29 for the St. Francis Center in downtown Los Angeles. Details may be found on the insert in this weeks Bulletin. Please take a look at the items needed and see how you may be able to help. Thank you!

BACKPACK AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE

HOW TO CONTACT US
Bulletin Articlesmust be submitted 10 days before the desired Sunday of publication. Email: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off information at the Parish Office. Parish OfficeParishAdmin@st-rita.org Ministry to the Sick or HomeboundPlease contact the Parish Office if you, or someone you know, would like to receive Communion at home or would like to be added to the Prayer List. Charter for Protection of Children & Young People. 2012 marks the 10th anniversary of the implementation of the US Bishops Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. The Charter contains practical and pastoral steps that address allegations of sexual abuse, prevent future abuse, and help abuse victims through the healing process. More than 5000 VIRTUS training sessions have been conducted. Additionally, the Archdiocese is one of the largest private organizations in California to fingerprint all employees and volunteers who work with our children. For particular help, you may call the Archdiocesan Assistance Ministry, 213/637-7650. Articles from the Archdiocese are also on our website: st-rita.org (select Publications, then Safeguard the Children).
PARISHIONERS WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND RETURN TO GOOD HEALTH

PARISH OFFICE HOURSSUMMER SCHEDULE

Please note we are changing our hours for the summer. We will be open Mondays thru Fridays from 9 am until 6 pm. Saturday hours will be from 9 am until 1 pm. Its that time of year again! Time to reserve the use of OMalley Hall, Gara Hall, Parish Office Meeting Room, Oratory, or St. Rita Meadow for any events your organization or ministry is planning. Please indicate the actual hours of the event, and also indicate the total hours you need the facility, i.e., include time for set-up and clean-up. Please send your requests to calendar@st-rita.org There will be a meeting in August to work out any schedule conflicts. Thank you for your prompt attention to this request. Questions? Contact Mary Lou Butler 355-1292 x222

FACILITY RESERVATIONSDUE AUGUST 1

SAFEGUARD THE CHLDREN

LOST AND FOUNDLOOKING FOR SOMETHING?

If you think you left something in the Church, please check first with any Usher. Then please contact the Parish Office, 355-1292, to see if we have your missing item. Currently we have three very nice jackets (one is leather!), a Girl Scout Brownie vest complete with badges, and other interesting finds. Any unclaimed items will be donated to our Bundle Sunday in September.

WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS Joining our Faith Community in June

George Calvert, Jae Jung, & Thomas Calvert Guy (Sr.), Lisa, Michael, & Guy (Jr.) Gruppie Michael, Gina, Michelina, & Gabrielle LaPorte Philip, Tammy, Samuel, Donovan, & Gus Raycraft Thomas & Marlys Murray Thomas, Sunita, Priya, Vinay, & Sneha Tharayil

Joanna Singleton, Jackie Bagnuolo, Ann Shier, Mary Ellen Isoard, Tim Stanley, Antoinette Wassef, Theresa Morcos, Aspet Herapetian, Tony Comaianni, Beatrice Da Re, Ian Blakeslee, David Molina, Rose Mary Taquino, Selma Tuffs, Sonia Kosker, David Duran, Rosemarie Gorman, Paul Viger, Julie Meyer, Zdenka Czerny, Debra Ann Williamson, Cliff Hancuff, Wendy Wolf Fadel, Dorothy Van Gordon, Rosanne Kenny, Lisa Levesque, Hal Finney, Mary Elizabeth Nealey, Kathleen Ramsey, Louise Bigley, Christa Owen, Ailey Gardner-Ybarra, Cathy Hundshamer, Eva Bernejo, Laurie Larkin Masella, Rudy Wunderlin, Edith Olah, Matteo Begnoche, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Clare Marquardt, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Mildred Vocelka, Ann Twedell, Joseph Moore, Effie DeGroot, Ned Vento.

Salvatore Barilla

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Directory of Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs 626.355.9810 em@st-rita.org Altar Servers, Youth: Mrs. Kathy Ganino: 626.398.9302 Altar Servers, Adult: Mr. Bill Cosso Eucharistic Adoration: Mrs. Marylyn Barnes Rosary Prayer Group: Mrs. Marylyn Barnes 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: Mrs. Barbara LeVeque /Mr. Gil Lazo 626.355.1292 Bereavement Ministry: Call Parish Office: 626.355.1292 Christian Family: Terri Cummings 626.355.8895 Greeters & Ushers: Mr. 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 or Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Parish Ministries & Organizations

Other Contacts
Archivist: Mrs. Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: pr@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org; 626.355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners

St. Rita ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish office or Jill Muhs, 626.355.9810, em@st-rita.org.

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

If Someone In Your Family Becomes Seriously Ill

Please notify us (626.355.1292) 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!

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One

Please call us at 626.355.1292 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.

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Meetings, Ministry & Special Events

This Week at St. Rita

Summer HoursParish Office
Monday thru Friday9 am until 6 pm Saturday9 am until 1 pm

This Sunday, July 8

Blood Drive
8:30-2:30, OMalley Hall

Baptisms
1:30 pm, In the Church

Wednesday, July 11Youth Nite

7:00 pm, Gara Hall

Save the Date

Next Weekend July 14 & 15Food Drive
See page 3 for more information.

Sunday, July 15Coffee and Donuts

After all the Masses Sponsored by St. Rita Guild

July 21 thru July 29Backpack & School Supplies Drive

Please see page 3 for more information.