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COLUMBA CATHOLIC CHURCH SAN DIEGO

August 15, 2010

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Annual
Women’s Retreat
Pastor’s Corner ~ October 15-17, 2010
FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION El Carmelo Retreat House in Redlands is the
OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
perfect setting for a weekend of peace, reflection
This Sunday, we celebrate the Assumption of the and inner restoration. Three new, dynamic priests
Blessed Virgin Mary. This dogma was defined by Pope will conduct the retreat. The theme this year is
Pius XII in the Apostolic Constitution Munificentissimus “Hope.”
Deus in November 1, 1950. This Papal document stated
that “Mary, having completed the course of her earthly For more information or reservations, please call
life, was assumed body and soul into the heavenly
glory”. Proofs to this dogma as worthy of our belief are: Jeanette Allen at (858) 279-1509 or Frances
What the Bible says, for example, in Genesis 3:15 Ferrari at (858) 278-7827.
where it was prophesied that the seed of a woman will
crush Satan with his feet. The seed was understood to Please remember the following, their families and those who care
be Jesus, the woman is Mary; In Luke 1:28, Mary was for them, in your prayers so that if it be God’s will they may be
greeted by the angel with these words: “hail full of grace,
the Lord is with you” ; John 14:3 where Jesus said “If I restored to health.
go I will prepare a place for you, and I will come back Roger Bernabe, Felicia Boné, Mary Brunnhoelzl,
again and take you to myself, so that where I am, there Reginaldo Cavada, Pat Connolly, Betty Conners,
you may also be”; Revelations 12:1-5 states that in Flora Culver, Marlena Daniels, Kathy Glenwinkel,
heaven there appeared a great sign in the sky, a woman John Goldkamp, Regina Lucero, John McManus,
clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and Vic Miranda, Katherine Murphy, Rick Padilla,
on her head a crown of twelve stars. She gave birth to a Evelyn Sefkow
male child who was destined to rule all the nations with NOTE—Names will be removed from the list after about four
an iron rod. The woman is Mary and the male child is weeks or upon notification from the individual or family. Names
Jesus. All these passages – viz., John 14:3, Isaiah may be re-listed upon request.
60:13, Luke 1:28, Song of Songs 8:5, 1st Corinthians
15:21–26, Psalms 132:8, Psalms 45:9–17, Song of
Songs 3:6, 4:8, 6:9, Genesis 3:15, and Revelation 12:1– Mass Intentions for the Week
2 – are drawn upon as Scriptural support of the Assump-
MONDAY, AUGUST 16
tion in that original document.
6:30 am Communion Service
Other logical conclusions in support of this dogma are: 8:15 am—ME Int. of Erlinda Aquino
No one on earth has ever seen the dead body or even TUESDAY, AUGUST 17
the tomb of Mary; Jesus Christ, both God and man, was 6:30 am—ME Int. of Mario B. Icban family
above sin and death, therefore above decay. He will not 8:15 am Communion Service
allow his beloved Mother’s body to see decay as she
was preserved from all kinds of sin. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18
6:30 am—AA Int. Jean Johnson
8:15 am Communion Service
THURSDAY, AUGUST 19
RCIA 6:30 am—AA †Eugene Oliveri
An Invitation 8:15 am—ME †Flo Kloberdanz
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20
If you are baptized in another faith and wish to 6:30 am Communion Service
come into the Catholic faith...if you are Catholic but 8:15 am—ME Donor’s Intention
have never been confirmed...or you are a returning SATURDAY, AUGUST 21
Catholic...you are invited to learn about the Mass, 8:15 am—ME †Nerlita & Natividad Barrera
the sacraments, the Virgin Mary, the saints and 5:30 pm—ME †Lorraine Wahl
apostles, the Pope, bishops, deacons, priests, and
the role of lay people in the Church. Inquire into the SUNDAY, AUGUST 22
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. 7:30 am—EC Int. of Barbara Ackerman
9:30 am—ME †Carol Fahey
Classes begin on September 12th. Call Fr. Mario at 11:00 am—LN †Charles Monroe
5:30 pm—EC People of the Parish
(858) 277-3863 or Mike Conroy at (858) 278-1507
to begin the process. Celebrants: AA-Fr. Abraham Ahn, EC-Fr. Edward Corcoran,
ME-Fr. Mario Elias, FM-Fr. Frank Mannion, LN-Fr. Louis Newman
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Staff Development Day
Please note—the rectory will be closed on
Wednesday, August 18th for a Staff Develop-
ment Day.
Deep Pit BBQ
Sunday, September 5th
Our Lady of Light Church is 32 miles outside of San
Diego in Descanso, CA. The barbecue includes live
entertainment, vendors, a raffle with prizes and great
pit-roasted beef. Admission is free! Come enjoy a fun
day in the country! For directions or more info, go to
www.churchbarbecue.com.
We welcome into our Catholic community the
following infant who was baptized in July:
Nathan Thiem
Parking Lot Repaving
….begins on Monday, August 16th. The main
parking lot behind the church will be closed.
Please use street parking or the lot across the
street. Thank you for your understanding.
AUGUST 15, 2010
~~~~~~~~~READINGS FOR THE WEEK~~~~~~~~~~
Mon: Ez 24:15-23/Dt 32:18-21/Mt 19:16-22
Tues: Ez 28:1-10/Dt 32:26-28,30,35-36/Mt 19:23-30
Wed: Ez 34:1-11/Ps 23:1-6/Mt 20:1-16
Thurs: Ez 36:23-28/Ps 51:12-15,18-19/Mt 22:1-14
Fri: Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-9/Mt 22:34-40
Sat: Ez 43:1-7/Ps 85:9-14/Mt 23:1-12
Sun: Is 66:18-21/Ps 117:1-2/Heb 12:5-7,11-13/Lk 13:22-30
Monthly Schedule
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Held the 2nd
Saturday of month, Daily Chapel, 8:45 am - 3:30 pm.
ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS: Every 2nd Wednesday
of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room.
BABYSITTING: Every Sunday during the 9:30 a.m. Mass
in the Preschool for infants and children up to four years
of age. For more information, call (858) 279-0161.
BIBLE SHARING (Sunday By Sunday): Monday mornings,
9:00-10:30 a.m. (On summer break).
BINGO: Every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at
4:00 p.m. Babysitting is available.
DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION: Join us Mondays and Fridays at
3:00 p.m. in the Daily Chapel for a Divine Mercy
Devotion (chaplet, rosary and a reading from the diary of
St. Faustina.)
GRIEF & BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: The 1st Monday
of each month, 7:00-8:00 pm in the Ministry Center.
Please call Robin, (858) 277-3861 for more information
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Council #1349. Round Table,
Richard Portugal. For information call (858) 279-8731.
MEN’S CLUB: The 1st Tuesday each month at 7:30 p.m.
in the Music Room. All men of the parish are welcome
and encouraged to join this club.
MEN’S FAITH GROUP: First Saturday of the month in the
Ministry Center, 8:45 am-10:00 am. All men are invited
to this informal spiritual gathering to share our lives and
grow in our faith. Prayer, discussion and donuts.
PRAYER MEETING: We invite you to join us in praise,
songs, scripture readings, teachings and worship every
Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Ministry Center.
R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults): For adults
seeking Baptism or for baptized adults seeking full
membership in the Catholic Church by preparing to
receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.
For information, call Mike Conroy, (858) 278-1507.
SENIORS CLUB: 2nd/4th Thursdays of the month, 10:30
a.m. in the Parish Hall. Open to seniors over 50 in our
parish. Watch bulletin for upcoming events.
YOUTH GROUP: Sundays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Ministry
Center for both Junior and Senior High. For more
information call (858) 277-3861.