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3/5/2015 St. James Parishioners http://www.stjamesparish.org/newsletter/january2015.html 1/8 January 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAINT VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTY ST. JAMES WOMEN'S GUILD ADULT EDUCATION & BIBLE STUDY MINISTRY ST. JAMES SCHOOL ST. JAMES SCHOOL EDUCATION FOUNDATION KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ST JAMES YOUNG ADULT GROUP CIRCA 1946 – THANK YOU JOANNE TABOR WELCOME MINISTRY FEED THE NEEDY CHRISTMAS LUNCH FUNERAL MINISTRY BAPTISMS WEDDINGS FUNERALS PARISH MINISTRIES STAY UP TO DATE – FOLLOW US, ADD US, JOIN US! ST. JAMES JOB BANK ST. JAMES BUSINESS SUPPORT GROUP COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS FIND US ONLINE SAINT VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTY In support of Saint James Parish’s continued goal of bringing its parishioners and local Catholic community together, the newly formed Women’s Guild will host its first Saint Valentine’s Dance Party on February 14, 2015. Join us at the Valentine’s wonderland either with a date or flying solo. We will have special “love thought” style song dedications throughout the night. Light refreshments are being provided by the Women’s Guild Hospitality Committee, lighting by DJ Dewey, and decorations by the Women’s Guild Social Committee. This is an event not to be missed! We will have DJ Dewey spinning a variety of dance songs that will be fun for any age, all night long. To start off the night we will
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January 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAINT VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTYST. JAMES WOMEN'S GUILDADULT EDUCATION & BIBLE STUDY MINISTRYST. JAMES SCHOOLST. JAMES SCHOOL EDUCATION FOUNDATIONKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSST JAMES YOUNG ADULT GROUPCIRCA 1946 – THANK YOU JOANNE TABORWELCOME MINISTRYFEED THE NEEDY CHRISTMAS LUNCHFUNERAL MINISTRYBAPTISMSWEDDINGSFUNERALSPARISH MINISTRIESSTAY UP TO DATE – FOLLOW US, ADD US, JOIN US!ST. JAMES JOB BANKST. JAMES BUSINESS SUPPORT GROUPCOMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONSFIND US ONLINE
SAINT VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTY
In support of Saint James Parish’s continued goalof bringing its parishioners and local Catholiccommunity together, the newly formed Women’sGuild will host its first Saint Valentine’s DanceParty on February 14, 2015.
Join us at the Valentine’s wonderland either with adate or flying solo. We will have special “lovethought” style song dedications throughout thenight. Light refreshments are being provided bythe Women’s Guild Hospitality Committee, lightingby DJ Dewey, and decorations by the Women’sGuild Social Committee. This is an event not tobe missed! We will have DJ Dewey spinning a
variety of dance songs that will be fun for any age, all night long. To start off the night we will
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have a thirty minute line dance lesson. The rest of the night, the dancing will be entirely up towhatever your amazing moves can be! Sangria has been donated by a local law office and wehave a few singers at the beginning of the night, including a song from Father Francis andDeacon Juan Cano. The Saint Valentine’s Dance Party will be held at the O’Gorman Center, 4625Garnet Street, Torrance, CA 90503 from 7 p.m. 12 a.m. More details to come.
If you would like a chance to make a special “love thought” dedication to your Valentine or secretcrush, send it to [email protected]. The winners will be announced at thedance. Cocktail attire suggested (suit or slacks and a sport coat for men, cocktail dress or niceblouse and skirt/slacks for women). Ages 21 and over. Tickets are $15. Contact Paula: [email protected], Bobbie: (310) 3162236, or Virginia: (310) 3706903.
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ST JAMES WOMEN'S GUILD
Our newly formed Women's Guild was presented to the Parish Community at the 10 a.m. Masson December 21. The principal celebrant of the Mass was our Women’s Guild Spiritual Director,Fr. Francis Aguilar. The liturgy and homily of the Mass emphasized Christ’s presence in both ourjoys and sufferings.
St. James Women’s Guild also exemplifies Christ’s presence. The Women’s Guild is a newministry for all women in the Parish who wish to discover and share their Godgiven talents tocreate a holy, healthy, and vibrant parish at St. James in times of joy and even in times ofsuffering.Women’s Guild Christmas Potluck. Following the noon Mass on December 21st, a Christmas Potluck for Women's Guild memberswas held at Kavanagh Hall. Members and their families attended. The Women’s Guild CoreMembers would like to thank all our guild members who volunteered to organize the party anddecorate the hall. Everything looked beautiful, and the ladies brought wonderful dishes. It wastruly a joyful event!! The Women’s Guild has much planned for 2015. In January, we will be starting our groupformation and in February, we will be hosting a Valentine’s Dance for our parishioners. If youwish to become a member of the Women's Guild, please contact any of the Core Members forinformation.
Women’s Guild Core Members:
Sponsor and Spiritual Director: Fr. Francis AguilarPastor: Msgr. Mike MeyersWG Leader: Ely RonkowskiWG CoLeader: Jeanine HamadaLegal Counsel: Christina WickersPublic Relations: Annali Tablan, Marilyn CouvillonTreasurer: Joanne Modic/ J. HamadaScribe: Tricia SalazarTime Keeper: Marilyn CouvillonHonorary: Patty Miller, Bobbie Soufl
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ADULT EDUCATION & BIBLE STUDY MINISTRY
Transubstantiation (Defined and Explained) [from the Encyclopedia of Catholicism, R. P.McBrien, Harper Collins, 1995]Definition: "a teaching of the Church that the substance of the bread and wine at the Eucharist ischanged into the substance of the body and blood of Jesus Christ.
What is meant by substance?Historically, the Scholastic theologians and philosophers of the 11th 14th centuries (greatlyinfluenced by Aristotle*) developed a concept that divides created reality into two categories:
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1. Substance: the essence, finality, and ultimate purpose and meaning of any created thing! 2. Accident: outward appearance of created reality (anything); the way things appear to our fivesenses of sight, touch, taste, smell, and hearing.
Therefore, without changing the appearance of bread and wine (the accidents), Transubstantiation in the Eucharist changes the ultimate purpose and meaning (substance) of thebread and wine from one of food and nourishment of the human body to the body and blood ofJesus.
* Aristotle: A great 4th century B. C. Greek philosopher, and student of Plato. (Called "the wisestand greatest mind that ever existed", by G. K. Chesterton, of the early 20th century).
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ST JAMES SCHOOL
We have come to the end of 2014, and I have been reflecting on the many blessings we havereceived at St. James School. I am blessed with dedicated teachers and staff who work diligentlyto support each student to reach his/her potential. All of us feel blessed to partner with wonderfulparents who share generously their time and talents and, of course, our outstanding students whowork hard to be the best they can be! I feel very blessed that we continue to be financially andprayerfully supported by you, our parishioners. You will continue to have a place in our dailyprayers. May each of you have a happy, healthy and holy 2015!
St. James School will be accepting applications for children entering Kindergarten through 8thgrade in September. Application packets for parishioners will be available on January 25, inKavanagh Hall after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m Masses. If you are not able to pick up theapplication packet after Mass, you may also pick up a packet at the school on Anza and Garnetstreets during the week of January 26, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Childrenneed to be 5 years old by September 1, 2015 to enter Kindergarten.
I look forward to meeting new applicants and sharing our wonderful St. James School with you.Sister Mary Margaret
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ST JAMES SCHOOL EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Together we mourn, together we grow. The tragic events of Wednesday, December 17th, are stillfresh in our minds and have broken our hearts. Our community has experienced a tragedy thathas altered many lives. We mourn the loss of our loved ones and friends and we continue to prayfor the injured. The second beatitude tells us, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted”(Matthew 5:4). Today, if you are mourning, may you know the comfort God gives in Christ anddrink of it deeply.
Dearest Jesus, who wept at the death of your friend and taught that they whomourn shall be comforted, grant us the comfort of your presence in our loss.Send Your Holy Spirit to direct us lest we make hasty or foolish decisions. SendYour Spirit to give us courage lest through fear we recoil from living. Send YourSpirit to bring us your peace lest bitterness, false guilt, or regret take root in ourhearts.
The Lord has given. The Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Amen.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
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Dear St James Parishioners,It is time once again for the Knights of Columbus annual Lenten Fish Fry Dinners. All areinvited to attend. These are the dates:
February 27March 13March 27
Time: 5:00 till 8:00 PM Cost: Adults (13 and older) $11.00 for a full mealChildren (5 to 12) $ 5.00
Faire: Allyoucaneat salad bar, baked or fried Icelandic Cod, fries or baked potatoes, dinnerrolls, dessert, and drinks (coffee, ice tea and punch) included.New this year: If you wish to skip the fish and potatoes we are offering the Salad Bar onlyall you can eat for $7.00.The Knights’ hall is located at 214 Ave I, in Redondo Beach.Proceeds from the dinner go towards supporting six seminarians and other local charities.Ranil Fernando and Jim Shepard Fish Fry Chairmen 2015
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ST JAMES YOUNG ADULT GROUP
The St. James Young Adult Grouphosted a faith meeting with ournewly ordained deacon, Juan Cano,on the evening of November 12th2014. "What Is Your Calling?" wasthe theme of the night as Juanspoke about his life and how prayerhas helped him find his vocation andhow we can use it to help find whatGod's plan is for each of us. Juanended the night with guidedmeditation and prayer.The YAG is for any new and existingCatholics aged 2040's or "workingprofessionals." We meet every 2nd
and 4th Wednesday of the month, alternating between faith sharing meetings and socials.For more info, email [email protected] or join our facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/stjamesyag St. James YAG Mission Statement: To foster spiritual growth and build a family among St.James young adults so that we may help others reach spiritual maturity and become activemembers of the church.Faith Sharing and Fun ActivitiesFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/StJamesYag
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CIRCA 1946 – THANK YOU JOANNE TABOR
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WELCOME MINISTRY
HAPPY NEW YEAR from the WELCOME Ministry: Anne Balderas, Arlene Hernandez, Art Plourde, Bob Hernandez, Connie Samiano, CynthiaToy, Brian Nelson, John Heckman, Karen Funes, Libby Cavagnaro, Lydia Nelson, Mel Samiano,Michael Aust, Nick Tesi, NikkiSara Mitchell, Patty Heckman, Stella Desjardins, and WarrenToy. Wishing you Many, Many, Many Special Blessings during the New Year…… We are truly BLESSED to have Msgr. Michael Meyers,Fr. Francis Aguilar, Fr. James Kavanagh, Deacon Bob Miller, and Deacon Juan Cano, Spirituallyguide us at St. James Church. As Greeters and Volunteers on Special Projects of the WELCOME Ministry, we look forwardto Fellowship among the WARM and FRIENDLY Family Members of St. James Church.For more information regarding the WELCOME Ministry, please call Warren at 3108904692.We are truly a FAMILY at St. James Church.
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FEED THE NEEDY CHRISTMAS LUNCH
We are proud to report the success of this year’s Christmas Luncheon. We served close to 200people and our Santa gave presents to about 100 children. The volunteer staff prepared a fullholiday dinner which included fifteen turkeys and all of the trimmings.This wonderful day was a result of the all of the generosity of our gracious parishioners. Inaddition, staff was able to deliver toys to several needy parishes including our sister parish, SanMiguel. Thank you Saint James.Below is a picture of this wonderful day.
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FUNERAL MINISTRY
Our ministry is composed of two areas of service. The “funeral ministers” assist bereavedfamilies in the planning of liturgies for their loved ones. The “hospitality” ladies in the funeralministry put on receptions in Kavanagh Hall, if the family desires to have a reception following thefuneral or memorial Mass. Since the two parts of the ministry are related in completing a family’s celebration of life fortheir departed relative, we fall under one blanket: Funeral Ministry. However, these services runindependently of one another. For that reason, Jackie Shinkle has agreed to cochair theFuneral Ministry and handle any issues relating to funeral hospitality. Jackie has longtime experience with hospitality, and we thank her for taking on this addedresponsibility as part of her volunteer service.
Carol McGarry, Funeral Ministry Chairperson
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BAPTISMS
Elena Sofia Nazareth Samantha Rose Milczus
Abigail Joy Gutierrez Aguilar Bruno Vincent Samuele
Piper Elizabeth Morris Claire Irene Babuder
Liliana Faith Rodriguez Enzo Marcel Blanco
Landon Ray Zuvich Mila Soleil Blanco
Savannah Rae Cote Audrey Catherine Bell
Camille Grace Jablonski Santiago Lausen Schwei
Gavin David Dudek
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WEDDINGS
Jolan Abaquin and Samantha Santiago Robert Blanchard and Marissa Concha
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Patrick Mahoney and Samantha Carlson Robert Chernoff and Kimberley Degnan
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FUNERALS
Catherine Ann Allen Richard Conway
Lynne Olson Ray Asaro
Rebeca Baylis Edward Crespin
Joe Sanchez Martha and Samuel Gaza
Ernest Garcia Saeko Matsumura
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PARISH MINISTRIES
BAPTISMParents are invited to visit the Parish Office and pick up our Baptism Information Packet. Weencourage parents to begin this process prior to the birth of their child. Please allow at leastthree months to complete the preBaptism preparation process. See our websitewww.stjamesparish.org for more information, including a schedule of Baptism and class dates.COMMUNION TO THE SICKCare Centers Miki Finken (3103163890)Homebound John Cable (3103725228)EUCHARISTIC MINISTERSLaurie Chambers (3105322627)[email protected] Pierce [email protected]3711932
Denise [email protected]4185441
MARRIAGEThose wishing to be married should come to the Parish Office to complete a Marriage IntakeForm. See our website www.stjamesparish.org for more information. Please note that theChurch requires a minimum preparation period of six months.MUSICKevin Babuder, Director (3103765065)[email protected] PRESCHOOL & TODDLER TIMEWendy Bell, Director (3103765550) RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONDiana Holly, Director (3103793221) SCHOOL4626 Garnet St., Torrance 90503http://www.stjamesweb.com/Sr. Mary Margaret, Principal (3103710416)A complete list of Parish Ministries is available in our Parish Ministry brochure. You can obtaina copy in the Vestibule of the Church or at the Parish Office.
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ST. JAMES BUSINESS SUPPORT GROUP
The St James Business Group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30am atthe St James Parish Center. Participants are business owners who are St James parishioners.If you are interested in meeting your peers who share a common faith, share resources anddiscuss issues please email [email protected]
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COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
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