My Dear Parishioners:

These past several weeks have been challenging for all of us! Thankfully, I have heard of no parishioner who has contracted the coronavirus. My prayer is that all remain healthy and gainfully employed. None of us knows what the long term financial fallout will be once we have opened up the economy full throttle!No doubt, there will be some who suffer more than others and we will continue to address those needs to the best of our abilities. So many of you have been so gener-ous by dropping off checks for the Saint Vincent de Paul Society or donating to the pantry! Thank you for thinking of others during this time!

I would like to thank you for the outpouring of love and support since my recent retirement announcement. It has been my joy and privilege to lead this beautiful community of believers for the past decade. These have been rich and wonderful years for me! There seems to be some misunderstanding in that some of you have the impression that I am leaving Saint Julie’s. That is NOT the case. I will remain here to assist Father Ian Hagan most especially in the sacramental ministry of the parish.

Of course, I can’t contain my joy and enthusiasm that Father Ian is being sent here! So many of you know him well already as he was long part of Saint Julie’s leading up to his Ordination two years ago! I know you will all embrace him and support him in the way that you welcomed me!

Now there is some confusion in that Father Ian is being appointed as “administra-tor pro-tem” and not “pastor”. The practice of the Archdiocese for several years now is that when a priest who has not been a pastor previously is assigned to lead a parish, he is given a year or more as administrator to determine if his talents are “in sync” with the parish where he has been sent. At the end of this period, he may then apply to become pastor.

Let’s all continue to pray for our parish! Coming out of the pandemic will present a number of challenges as to how we minister to each other and come together as a worshipping community! It’s not going to be a matter of returning to the way things were—at least not immediately! Also please pray for Father Ian that he be filled with God’s Spirit as new leader of Saint Julie Billiart!

May the Peace of our Risen Savior continue to bring comfort and strength!

Love,Father Paul J Hruby

DIRECTORY

Mass Times &InformationMass is available during this time for viewing on our Parish Website.Sunday Mass is available for viewing 7am Sunday morning on Facebook and the Parish websiteDaily Mass is offered via Facebook Live at 8 am. and then later available on the Parish website.

Your envelope donations can be dropped off at the parish in the mail slot at the front door or mailed to the Parish at :

St. Julie Billiart 2475 Borchard RoadNewbury Park, CA 91320

OFFICE HOURSThe office is closed at this time. Please email phruby@stjulieschurch.orgwith questions and concerns.

Sacraments and ConfessionsPlease direct all questions to the Parish office at this time.

805.498.3602phruby@stjulieschurch.org

WELCOME TO ST. JULIE’SSt. Julie Billiart Catholic Church is a parish that serves Newbury Park and surrounding communities in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. We are located in the heart of the Conejo Valley in the beautiful community of Newbury Park, CA.We are a loving community of more than 1,800 families who gather together each week to worship together in prayer and thanksgiving.

Our mission is to enrich a faith community that grows spiritually through worship, lifelong education, fellowship and service.

We currently have over 20 active ministries, including outreach ministries to Los Angeles, Mexico and Africa as well as serving the local community with the Meal and Winter Shelter Program, the Society of St.Vincent De Paul, the Knights of Columbus and Helping Hands.

We have Religious Education programs for all ages 3 to adult ranging from Pray and Play to Adult Bible Study as well as fun-for-all social ministries including the 80+ group.

Whether you are just here for a visit, looking for a new parish home, are returning to the Catholic Faith or are interested in finding out more about the Catholic Church, we are happy to have you here and welcome you!

Please do not hesitate to call the Church Office with questions about our Parish Community. We are happy to answer them.Sincerely,Father Paul

PARISH OFFICE P (805) 498-36022475 Borchard RoadNewbury Park, CA 91320www.stjulieschurch.org

Pastoral StaffREV. PAUL J. HRUBYPastorphruby@stjulieschurch.org

Deacon Kim Bondaka007@roadrunner.comDeacon Barry Harperjbarryharper@stjulieschurch.orgDeacon Claudio Selamedrselame@verizon.netDeacon David Smith dsmith@stjulieschurch.org

* Ministries and groups can be found in our Printed Directory and on the Parish website. New directories available at the Parish Office.

Office Staff:Administrative SupportSue Thompson x 100parish@stjulieschurch.orgChristi Galan x100Christi@stjulieschurch.orgBusiness Manager & Ministry CoordinatorCarole Wachter x 102 carole@stjulieschurch.orgMusic Ministry- Leanna Brandleanna@stjulieschurch.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION P (805)498-3602 Deacon Barry Harper x 107 jbarryharper@stjulieschurch.orgRE CoordinatorChristi Galan x105 christi@stjulieschurch.orgFirst Communion CoordinatorChristen Manak Ext. 105cmanak@stjulieschurch.orgElementary CoordinatorTina Mortillaro tina@stjulieschurch.orgYouth Ministry - Daryl Hitt x 104Email: dhitt@stjulieschurch.org

In Christ AloneIn Christ Alone my hope is foundHe is my Light, my strength, my songThis cornerstone, this solid groundFirm through the fiercest drought and stormWhat heights of love, what depths of peace, When fears are stilled, when strivings ceaseMy comforter, my all in allHere in the love of Christ I stand.

In Christ Alone, who took on fleshFullness of God in helpless babeThis gift of Love, and righteousnessScorned by the ones he came to saveTill on that cross as Jesus diedThe wrath of God was satisfiedFor every sin on him was laidHere in the death of Christ I live.

Reading 1 Acts 8:5–8, 14–17

Philip went down to the city of Samaria and proclaimed the Christ to them. With one ac-cord, the crowds paid attention to what was said by Philip when they heard it and saw the signs he was doing. For unclean spirits, crying out in a loud voice, came out of many possessed people, and many paralyzed or crippled people were cured. There was great joy in that city.Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, who went down and prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Spirit, for it had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then they laid hands on them and they re-ceived the Holy Spirit.

Responsorial Psalm

Reading 21 Pt 3:15–18Beloved: Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to give an explana-tion to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope, but do it with gentleness and reverence, keeping your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who defame your good conduct in Christ may themselves be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that be the will of God, than for doing evil. For Christ also suffered for sins once, the righteous for the sake of the unrighteous, that he might lead you to God. Put to death in the flesh, he was brought to life in the Spirit.

Gospel -Jn 14:1–12Jesus said to his disciples: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you always, the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot accept, because it neither sees nor knows him. But you know him, because he remains with you, and will be in you. I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you. In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me, because I live and you will live. On that day you will realize that I am in my Father and you are in me and I in you. Whoever has my command-ments and observes them is the one who loves me. And whoever loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and reveal myself to him.”

Question of the Week

Next Week’s Readings

MARY OUR MOTHERWhat a joy to remember that Mary is our Mother! Since she loves us and knows our weakness, what have we to fear?—Saint Thérèse of Lisieux

Visit stjulieschurch.org Month of Mary coloringpages and activities for you and your family.Activities are for all ages.

Month of MaryMonth of Mary

Covid-19: A Prayer of Solidarity

For all who have contracted coronavirus, We pray for care and healing.

For those who are particularly vulnerable, We pray for safety and protection.

For all who experience fear or anxiety, We pray for peace of mind and spirit.

For affected families who are facing difficult decisions between food on the table or public safety, We pray for policies that recognize their plight.

For those who do not have adequate health insurance, We pray that no family will face financial burdens alone.

For those who are afraid to access care due to immigration status, We pray for recognition of the God-given dignity of all.

For our brothers and sisters around the world, We pray for shared solidarity.

For public officials and decisionmakers, We pray for wisdom and guidance.

Father, during this time may your Church be a sign of hope, comfort and love to all. Grant peace. Grant comfort. Grant healing. Be with us, Lord.Amen.

LIGHT OF BELIEF Every believer in this world must become a spark of light.

—Pope Saint John XXIII

THE REASON FOR OUR HOPE “What is the reason for your hope?” Imagine somebody coming up to you and asking you that question. Not “What are you hoping for?” or “What are you hoping to do?” No, this isn’t about our desires for posses-sions or aspirations for life, it’s “Why do you hope?” Peter today tells us that we ought to be ready to give an answer to this question. Truth be told, few of us spend much time thinking about why we hope. Luckily, the scriptures today give us our answers. We hope because Christ suffered for us, in order that we might come to God. We hope because we know that, in the Spirit, God grants us another Advocate through Christ to remain with us always. No matter what we might hope for, whatever we might hope to do, we must always first know and proclaim the reason for our hope: the presence of God in Christ, with us through the power of the Spirit.. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

READINGS FOR THE WEEKMonday:Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Jn 15:26 — 16:4aTuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 (for Ascension); otherwise Acts 18:1-8; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 16:16-20Friday:Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28Sunday: Acts 1:12-14; Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8; 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 17:1-11a; or (for Ascension) Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17- 23; Mt 28:16-20

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCESSunday: Sixth Sunday of EasterMonday: St. John IWednesday: St. Bernardine of SienaThursday: St. Christopher Magallanes and CompanionsFriday: St. Rita of Cascia

The Ascension of the Lord istransferred to Sunday, May 24

SAINT RITA OF CASCIA (1381-1457)May 22If you’re ever in Philadelphia on May 22, forget parking anywhere near Saint Rita’s shrine. Cars line streets and fill medians as throngs pack a candlelight vigil and six Masses, honoring this patroness of lost causes, hopeless situations, and—as her statue in countless churches built by twentieth-century immi-grants testifies—difficult marriages, troubled homes, and alienated children. Wise people warn, be careful what you pray for. “Divine Savior,” Rita prayed, “let me suffer like you!” Obedient to parents who refused her wish to become a nun, Rita married a man who returned her devotion with twenty years of abuse. When enemies murdered him, Rita’s two sons swore revenge. Paintings depict her pointing the angry boys toward Christ crucified, whom she begged to restrain them. Within the year, both sons died. Alone now, Rita went to the convent but was refused. The nuns feared violence, since one of them was related to the murderer. Rita arranged peace between the families, made vows, and became much sought after as a coun-selor and intercessor for forty years on earth—and ever since in heaven.—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co

Mass is available for viewing atstjulieschurch.org and on Facebook. Sundays: 7am Weekdays and Saturday Morning Live on Facebook 8am and recorded Mass on Parishwebsite later that morning.

2lb bags of dry pinto beans1 or 2llb bags of rice. Pasta SauceOatmeal Small PacketsJam or Jelly both (Reg. & Sugar Free)1lb cans of coffee (Reg & Decaf)Peanut butterPancake Syrup (Reg & Sugar Free)

Pancake Mix Much NeededCanned Meat (chicken, ham, beef etc.)KetchupMayonnaise

Additional Needs

ChiliPancake MixCanned TunaDisposable Diapers (size 4&5)

During the COVID-19 pandemic the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry has been serving more families than ever and they need help in order to continue to do so. In response, St. Julie’s will be collecting donations to help keep their pantry shelves stocked. You can leave your contribution at the Parish door or if someone is there, just knock and we will take in your food items.

MOST NEEDED PANTRY ITEMS

Parish GivingEnvelopes may be place in mail slot at the Parish Office.

Online GivingA Secure & Convenient Way to Contribute to Your ParishOnline donations may be made at any time from the comfort of your own home or any place with internet access. Online donations are credited to your tax state-ment for the end of the year (except when made anonymously), and you can change your account preferences and donation amounts at any time.

Benefits of Online Giving include:

• No need to hassle with checks or cash• 24/7 web based access• Easily schedule recurring donations to coincide with your pay period• Credit card option allows you to take advantage of rewards such as air miles or cash bonuses• No need to share bank account information because you enter it directly into the Online Giving secure site• Allows you to give even if you are unable to attend parish services• Contribution amount is easily adjusted as needed• Option to remain anonymous

St. Julie’s Online Giving has been used securely for over nine years.

If you are interested in signing up and need assistance please call the Parish Office at 805.498.3602 or Carole@stjulieschurch.org

We understand how challenging these times are for all. Your generosity has always been appreciated. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration.

MASS INTENTIONS

PRAY FOR THE SICK

Toni AlsbergeDulce AntonioConnie Arcilla Benson FamilySusan Cox BoltonPeggy Seiler-BrandKristie Jackson-BrownKim BurnsChristopher Burt Jerry CampiseBernie & Donna ChandlerAlena CorallenasJohn CreedonIrv and Diana CroshierJalen dela CruzGeraldine DohsDon EdsonKathy CurtisKathy & Randy DienerGeraldine DohsJune DubeMichael & Brenna EllisJim ErtlJoshua EastonDawn GarciaEileen GarciaKelly Miroballi GilbertPatty GockeAnn Hein

Robin GruberChristopher Burt and Christy HodsonDawn HopkinsMarilyn HoranCharles HortonChristy Hodson Charlene IzzoGary KaenzigThe Kauss FamilyDiane KeziosCarmella KirkebyRobert C KazaneckiPat KnowdRichard KuhnTim LenwayThe Lewis FamilJim McCafferyKathy McCafferyPeggy and Jerry McMilanJohn MikovitsDianne MikovitsKathleen MullenDoyle MyersPatti NonemanDonna NyugenMaria Tuyet NguyenKitty O’ReillyCecilia PatchettJohn PatchettJohn ParkerJoe ParroRick Pond

Anthony PonticelliMaria PonticelliCecilia PatchettTerry PinaRhona Lynn ProffitRichard RoachFelipe RodriguezStuart RosenfeldAnne RyanBernadette Ryerson Matthew STom S.Morgan SanchezPaula SchwartzDillon ShearerLisa SolisElena SzostekAnh TangDanielle ThorntonAngela TopeteBonnie Tossounian List Frances TrautmannAnne Marie VelayoAnn WatsonJack Van WykGinger WatersDave WhiteTerry WondersStan Zurko

Please contact the Parish office to have a friend or loved one added to the prayer list.

Email: Parish@stjulieschurch.orgPhone: (805)498-3602

Brad Arritt Daniel BlackChristopher Kyle BroadAmber Marie CressJustin Ray CressJalen dela CruzDillon Francis

Josh GallantJordan GaluszkaJonah Hershman Catherine Bernadette S. Magno-Popa Heather Masigat Vincent Masigat

Daniel Mikovits Carl NiemiJoseph PaceWilliam J. PriceDoug RandDavid SoteloKyle Stotko

Corey YlizaliturriIan TaylorTyler TosiaDylan TempletonTrevor TempletonLogan WilkPaul Witt

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS