New Website!
Good Shepherd Catholic Church now has a new website. Our new website address is:
www.goodshepherdbeverlyhills.org
The website you are currently viewing will no longer be updated and will eventually be retired, so please be sure to update your web bookmarks with the new address above.
We hope you enjoy our new website, and we'll see you at Good Shepherd soon. God bless you.
Sincerely in Christ,
Fr. Colm O'Ryan
Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Beverly Hills, CA at 505 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 US -
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CLICK HERE TO OPEN BULLETIN - To Contribute to Parish Bulletin Info please contact Michelle/Phyllis at 310.285.5425
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MARCH 22, 2009
REFLECTIONS
Last Sunday’s scripture had water as a symbol. Today’s topic is seeing. St. John is expert in leading us from an earthly experience into the world of the spirit. The healing of the poor blind man is but the prelude to his being granted the vision of faith. St. Paul, elaborating on this theme, in his letter to the Christians in Ephesus, says, “Once you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk, then, as children of the light.” Rightly, we are protective of our eyesight, and seek help when it fades. But how much do we appreciate the gift of faith, of spiritual vision, given to us in baptism. When exercised, faith opens us up to the vision of a world beyond what the senses can behold. It gives us a glimpse into the life of God, and of his plans for the people he created. It enables us to see the world and people in an entirely new light. ‘O Christian, be conscious of your dignity’, Pope Leo 1 exclaimed. The true Christian is the one ‘who walks as a child of the light.’ Unwittingly, our broken and weary world longs for this leadership from us. And we are commissioned by Christ to be “the light of the world.”
Lent is a time for us to ask the serious questions, are we living up to our high calling? Are we cooperating in the great work of the Holy Spirit conforming us into the likeness of Christ? What a glorious enterprise! What a reason for living! Again, listen to St. Paul. “The night is far advanced, the day is at hand. Let us throw off the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light. Let us conduct ourselves properly as in daylight, not in orgies and drunkenness, not in promiscuity and licentiousness, not in rivalry and jealousy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.”
THE ALTAR SOCIETY EASTER FLOWERS
During Lent there are no flowers on the Altar in order to remind us that this is a time of prayer and penance. However, on Easter Saturday, there will be beautiful flowers and lilies to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In past years we have honored our loved ones living and deceased at Easter by making a donation of flowers: An offering for Easter flowers may be made in any amount for loved ones. Please use the form from your paper bulletin or write the information below on a piece of paper. Write Altar Flowers on the front of your donation envelope. The list will be printed in the bulletin with the Honorees and donors names:
EASTER ENVIRONMENT IN THE CHURCH
DONOR:___________________________________________
IN MEMORY OF:____________________________________
IN THANKSGIVIING FOR:_____________________________
Make checks out to the; AltarSocietyGoodShepherdChurch, place it in an envelope and drop it in to the collection basket. For more information, please call Mary Lou Stack (310) 276-4709.
NEWS
TOURS or VISITS
Our school is located at 148 S. Linden Drive in Beverly Hills.
School tours are by appointment only:
They are usually the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 1:30 PM during the school year.
Please call the school office at (310)275-8601
and ask for Sylvia or Rose-Ann
to make registration arrangements or to take a tour.
Check the school website for more information.
http://www.goodshepherdbeverlyhills.com/
School registration packets can be found at the Church entrance
or the Parish Center or your may download them from the
school website using the ADMISSIONS tab.
REGISTER NOW!
Good Shepherd Catholic School is now
accepting applications for grades K - 7 for the 2009-2010 school
year; however space is limited in some grades.
Current families re-registration for next year is due now.
Classes are filling...don't miss out.
SAVE THE DATES!
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009
Social Studies Fair 1:15pm at School
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
(see school calendar for more information)
Our 8th grade students and their teacher, Mrs. Widmann, will present a show to remember. Everbody is welcome. Please get your tickets
soon, as these are the hottest tickets in town.
Pico Playhouse, 10508 W. Pico Blvd., LA.
Opening Night - Friday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 4th at 1 PM and 7 PM
and Sunday, April 5th at 3 PM
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL BUNDLE SUNDAY
On Sunday, March 29, 2009 our parish is having a Bundle Sunday for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Please bring your usable clothing and usable household items to their truck here at our church (or exact location). Help them in their endless efforts to assist the needy.
They are in desperate need of furniture and large appliances.
Call them for pick up of heavy items at (323) 224-6280 or (800) 97-HELP-1.
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EASTER SCHEDULE 2009
PALM SUNDAY—Solemn blessing of Palms at all the Masses
Saturday , April 4: 5:30 PM
Sunday, April 5: 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon, & 5:30 PM
CONFESSIONS DURING HOLY WEEK
RECONCILIATION SERVICE
TUESDAY, April 7: - 7:00 PM
CONFESSIONS ONLY on:
Monday, April 6: 4:00 PM—5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 7: 11:00—12:00 Noon & 7:00 PM Penit. Service
Wednesday, April 8: 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM 3:30 PM — 5:00 PM
TRIDUUM
Holy Thursday, April 9: Only ONE Mass
7:30 PM Mass of Lord’s Supper.
Procession to Altar of Repose
GOOD FRIDAY, April 10: NO morning Masses
Solemn Liturgy of the Passion: 12:00 Noon
Stations of Cross: 6:30 PM
Light Supper: 7:00 PM
HOLY SATURDAY, April 11: Easter Vigil, 8:00 PM.
There will be a reception in the Parish Hall after the Mass to honor our New Members. Every one is invited. The Choir will be present on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.
SCRUTINY SUNDAYS FOR THE RCIA AND FOR EACH OF US
Our RCIA members will invite you, their Parish family, to pray for them these weeks. “Scrutiny” means to look within ourselves to find anything that keeps us from following Jesus. All of us are called to ask ourselves the same question and ask Jesus for healing. These ceremonies will take place at the 12:00 Noon Mass this Sunday, on March 22nd at the 5:30 PM Mass, and on March 29th at the 10:30 AM Mass. Let us pray for one another as we continue our Lenten journey.
WELCOME INFORMATION TABLE
Our Welcome Table is found in our Parish Hall after all the morning Masses.
Here you can find: Parish information and a place to register.
Looking for a Bible, a rosary, a spiritual book to read, information about Lent?
You can find it all at this table!
Come—Visit the WELCOME TABLE—and, see for yourself!
CAPTURED EMOTIONS SPECIAL TOUR AT THE GETTYCENTERMUSEUM
Please join us for a special curator-led tour of the Baroque religious art exhibition, Captured Emotions, currently showing at the GettyCenter Museum. They have generously offered us a bus. The bus will pick everyone up at 11:30 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2009 and return about 4:00 PM. All are invited. Reservations are required and please let us know if you need special accommodations, like a wheelchair. To reserve and for more information, please call: (310) 285-5425.
TOGETHER-IN-MISSION
First results from the annual campaign are at hand. Again, our parish goal is $85,923.47. Thus far, $48,618.25 has been pledged. $35,184.25 has been paid. This leaves us with a shortfall of $37,305.22 in pledges. Perhaps, the most worrisome fact is that, so far, ONLY 119 HOUSEHOLDS have responded, out of a total of more than 2,100. We know these are difficult times for virtually everybody. Not knowing what lies ahead, we cling to what we have. But think of the PRIESTS and SISTERS and great people who are trying to keep their churches and schools open in the inner city. Can we fail them in their hour of need? If you have not already done so, PLEASE consider making a pledge. You have an entire year to complete it. Send it here to us at Good Shepherd, 505 N. Bedford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Be sure to mark it ‘Together-In-Mission’. Believe me, God will reward you.
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT BEING A CATHOLIC?
Do you feel God calling you to something more? Are you searching for peace in your life—a peace that only God can give. “Come and See” - is Jesus invitation to you. Do you desire to complete your Sacraments of Eucharist and/or Confirmation? WELCOME to our Inquiry Sessions beginning Thursday, April 30th, 7:30—9:00 PM at the Parish Center. For more information, please contact either Sister Virginia at (310) 285-5425, e-mail: virginiarcia@aol.com, or Penny Lane at (310) 880-0428.
LENTEN SUPPERS
Good Shepherd will be hosting a Lenten Supper every Friday after Stations of the Cross. They will begin on the Friday after Ash Wednesday, February 25th. Stations of the Cross will begin at 6:30 PM in the church and supper will follow in the Parish Hall. If anyone would like to help with the supper or if any students need community or service hours, please call theParish Center for more information at (310) 285-5425.
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 12
Masses In Church
7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon.
In Parish Hall
10:30 AM & 12:00 Noon
The Choir will be present in the church for the 10:30 & 12:00 Masses on Easter Sunday.
(There will be NO evening Mass)
PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE
TIME FOR CONFESSIONS
This will take place, Tuesday April 7th at 7:00 PM.
6 priests will be available for confessions. What a wonderful opportunity to come closer to God—to bring peace to you. Don’t miss this evening! It will be an awesome preparation for Easter! You will be dancing on the clouds with JOY in your heart! And it’s Free—it’s God’s gift to you—Do come!
YOU ARE NEEDED
To pick up a card at any one of the doors of the Church. This card has a picture of one of the Elect who will become a Catholic at the Easter Vigil. It also has a biography of the person and asks you to pray for that person. If you did not take one last week, please pick up one today. Your prayers and love mean a lot to these persons. Thank you for your care for them.
SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 26, 2009
WHITE ELEPHANT SALE
There will be another White Elephant Sale so start collecting your donations. Gifts, jewelry, religious articles, baskets, stationery & note paper, books, new or slightly used toys. NO CLOTHES PLEASE. Do not bring your rummage. If possible mark the price you feel the item is worth and we will try to mark accordingly and put the price on a post-it note. You may bring any donations to the morning Masses on Sunday and take them to the Parish Hall where Margaret or Marianne will be happy to help you. NO donations after Saturday, April 25th. Please plan to come and buy. The money will be used for the Church maintenance. If you have any questions, please call Mary Lou Stack (310) 276-4709.
GOD DID NOT SEND HIS SON INTO THE WORLD TO CONDEMN THE WORLD, BUT THAT THE WORLD MIGHT BE SAVED THROUGH HIM. —JOHN 3:17
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT
Thank you to all those who contribute to our Sunday collection. Please continue to use your Parish envelopes. Should you wish to become a registered member of Good Shepherd Church, please call our office at (310) 285-5425, or fill out a supplemental envelope which may be found in the pews.
THE A.V.E.S. LENTEN RETREAT
Attention all women of the Parish: there will be a Lenten retreat this Monday, March 23, 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Fr. Jack Stoeger will preside. Please bring a bag lunch. Refreshments will be served.
GET ON THE BUS—IS BACK
Taking kids to see their incarcerated father at California Men’s Colony Prison will take place this year on June 19th, 2009. We did so well last year that this year, they have given us two buses instead of one. Already, 120 have signed up to go. As you know, the base cost of the buses are $4,000 each. I am also looking for family volunteers-you would meet the caregiver and fill out the paper work for the prison, donations for the snacks and supplies on the buses-kids eat a lot of snacks, donations for the breakfast at 4:00 AM on June19th, volunteers to help that morning by serving breakfast-signing families in-loading the buses with supplies and snacks greeting the families and making them feel welcome.
Please contact Lynn Slotsve at lslotsve@sbcglobal.net or (323) 459-9919 if you can help. Please also pick up an envelope located by the entrance to the church if you can help. I thank you in advance for your generosity and support.
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