Parish UPDATE: Sunday, October 11

 Here is what is making news in our parish:

1. THIS WEEKEND  AT ST. MARY:  

• SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11:  TWENTIETH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
• Invite your friends and buddies to church
• Weather will be hot, please, stay hydrated.

2.   BIBLE STUDY: Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7: 30 pm. 

• We meet in the Sacristy.

• We are studying the Book of the Acts of the Apostles 

• No experience necessary. 

• Bring your Bible and your friends

3. UPCOMING SERIES ON FAITH FORMATION:

A. October 11, 18 and 25: 

• Conversations on the possibility of starting a Stephen's Ministries at St. Mary. Series will include short videos and Q & A. 
• more information at https://www.stephenministries.org/
• we'll meet in St. Joseph Hall from 11:30 am  

B.  NOVEMBER 15 to DECEMBER 13:  Kathleen Norris's "Embracing A Life of Meaning". A five-session Study. 

        Session 1:   Belief Matters:  (To what do we give our hearts? What is the core message of what we believe?

        Session 2:   The Bible Matters: (How is the Bible's story reflected in our daily lives? What is it about the Bible that always seems to address our         present moment?

        Session 3:   Community Matters: (In community, individualism and imperfection meet grace and acceptance. What is our part in the Body of Christ?)

        Session 4:    Place Matters: (In what ways is faith set within the physical space of home, church, land, and people?)

        Session 5:   We Matter: (What does it mean to remain in God's image and to counter our selfishness by embracing the world and its needs.

• Participant's Workbook: $12.95.

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• First Communion Classes: Registration for both English and Spanish congregations are still open. Please, contact Fr. Juan Barragan at PadreJuanBar@gmail.com or at the Parish Office

5.  THANK YOU

• for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible.
• Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS (Paypal) at our website or include our parish in your WILL.

6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY FOR

• continued healing for Gerda, Anthony Joseph, Patrice Gonzales, Nora, Ben, Sr. Rosina. Delia, Jeff, Roberta Beard, Mary Jane. Gerda is at Country Villa Mar Vista Rehabilitation Center, 3966 Marcasel Ave. Los Angeles. Okay to take her flowers. 
• all who are battling any form of cancer and all involved in research work to find lasting cure for cancer and Alzheimers
• Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine and Jason    

7.    FOR NEWS ABOUT

• the Diocese of Los Angeles, please click on www.ladiocese.org
• the Episcopal Church, please, click on www.episcopalchurch.org
• the Expo Line construction, please, click on www.buildexpo.org
• the Palms Neighborhood Council, click on www.palmsla.org

8.    Like us on Facebook follow us on Twitter @stmaryinpalms

Fr. Vincent

www.stmarypalms.org

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, October 4

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here is what is making news in our parish:

1. THIS WEEKEND  AT ST. MARY:  

• SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4:  NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
• Telling our favorite Br. Derek stories: join us this Sunday, October 4 (Feast of St. Francis) for Mass and a celebratory refreshment time immediately following Mass in St. Joseph Hall.
  
  
  We will have opportunity to tell our favorite Br. Derek story, reflect on his life, witness and draw strength from one another in our grief and bereavement to carry his faith legacy forward.  We will hope to wrap up by 12:30 pm. If you know anyone who might benefit from such a time of sharing, please, invite the person to this event. If you would like to make a donation to the Br. Derek, SSF memorial fund, please make check payable to "St. Mary in Palms" with "Br. Derek memorial fund" in the Memo column. Thank you for your generosity.
  
  
  If you would like to bring some food or refreshment, that would be okay but Vestry will provide enhanced coffee hour materials.
• Invite your friends and buddies to church
• Weather will be hot, please, stay hydrated.

2.   BIBLE STUDY: Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7: 30 pm. 

• We meet in the Sacristy.

• We are studying the Book of the Acts of the Apostles 

• No experience necessary. 

• Bring your Bible and your friends

3. UPCOMING SERIES ON FAITH FORMATION:

• October 11. 18 and 25: 
• Conversations on the possibility of starting a Stephen's Ministries at St. Mary. Series will include short videos and Q & A. 
• more information at https://www.stephenministries.org/
• 
  
• November 15 to December 13:  Kathleen Norris's "Embracing A Life of Meaning". A five-session Study. 
  
  
  Session 1: Belief Matters:  (To what do we give our hearts? What is the core message of what we believe?
  
  
  Session 2: The Bible Matters: (How is the Bible's story reflected in our daily lives? What is it about the Bible that always seems to address our present moment?
  
  
  Session 3: Community Matters: (In community, individualism and imperfection meet grace and acceptance. What is our part in the Body of Christ?)
  
  
  Session 4: Place Matters: (In what ways is faith set within the physical space of home, church, land, and people?)
  
  
  Session 5: We Matter: (What does it mean to remain in God's image and to counter our selfishness by embracing the world and its needs.
  
  
  Small Group DVD: $39.95
  Participant's Workbook: $12.95.

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• First Communion Classes: Registration for both English and Spanish congregations are still open. Please, contact Fr. Juan Barragan at PadreJuanBar@gmail.com or at the Parish Office

5.  THANK YOU

• for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible.
• to all who helped make possible the 4th Annual Faris Drive Block party last Saturday, Sept. 26

• Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS (Paypal) at our website or include our parish in your WILL.

6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY FOR

• continued healing for Gerda, Anthony Joseph, Patrice Gonzales, Nora, Ben, Sr. Rosina. Delia, Jeff, Roberta Beard, Mary Jane. Gerda is at Country Villa Mar Vista Rehabilitation Center, 3966 Marcasel Ave. Los Angeles. Okay to take her flowers. 
• all who are battling any form of cancer and all involved in research work to find lasting cure for cancer and Alzheimers
• Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine and Jason    

7.    FOR NEWS ABOUT

• the Diocese of Los Angeles, please click on www.ladiocese.org
• the Episcopal Church, please, click on www.episcopalchurch.org
  

• the Expo Line construction, please, click on www.buildexpo.org

• the Palms Neighborhood Council, click on www.palmsla.org

8.    Like us on Facebook follow us on Twitter @stmaryinpalms

Fr. Vincent

www.stmarypalms.org

Telling our favorite Br. Derek stories

Many of you would remember I promised to work with the Vestry to set a date and time for us to gather together and celebrate the life and witness of Br. Derek as soon as we can. That time is now. 

So, join us on Sunday, October 4 (Feast of St. Francis) for Mass and a celebratory refreshment time immediately following Mass in St. Joseph Hall. We will hope to wrap up by 12:30 pm. If you know anyone who might benefit from such a time of sharing, please, invite the person to this event. 

We will have opportunity to tell our favorite Br. Derek story, reflect on his life, witness and draw strength from one another in our grief and bereavement to carry his faith legacy forward. 

If you would like to bring some food or refreshment, that would be okay but Vestry will provide enhanced coffee hour materials.

Spread the word. See you on Sunday.

Fr. Vincent

www.stmarypalms.org

Requiem for Br. Derek, SSF

REQUIEM MASS

BR DEREK FORD, SSF, Ch. St. J. 

HERE AT

ST. MARY IN PALMS

(TODAY)  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 

AT 4 PM

Parish UPDATE: Br. Derek's Requiem

The Society of St. Francis; the Franciscan family of Third Orders, Associates and Oblates; the Parish of St. Mary in Palms and the Church of Epiphany formally announce the death of Br. Derek Ford, SSF, Ch.St.J, on September 5 at the Franciscan Friary, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles

Requiem Mass and celebration of Br. Derek's life and witness:

• On Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 4 pm at the Parish of St. Mary in Palms, 3647 Watseka Ave. Los Angeles. CA 90034. 
• Br. Jude Hill, SSF, Minister Provincial, will be main celebrant
•  Frs. Vincent Shamo and Thomas Carey will be con-celebrants
•  Fr. Thomas Carey will be homilist. 

*** During the Offertory Hymn, a collection will be taken to establish a memorial for Br. Derek. Please, make check out to: Society of St. Francis with "Memorial for Br. Derek" in the Memo column. Thanks for your contribution to this Memorial fund in honor of Br. Derek, SSF. Ch.St.J

This will be Mass of the Resurrection and clergy wishing to vest, should wear white stole. 

Repast in St. Joseph Hall, Parish of St. Mary in Palms, following the Mass.

Br. Derek's favorite sermon opener: 

"Lord, open our ears to hear what you ask of us or would like us to do for you today, not yesterday or tomorrow but today".

May the soul of Br. Derek, SSF, priest and friar, and the souls of all the departed, rest in peace and rise in glory.

Requiem Mass for Br. Derek, SSF, Ch.St.J (1932-2015)

The Society of St. Francis; the Franciscan family of Third Orders, Associates and Oblates; the Parish of St. Mary in Palms and the Church of Epiphany formally announce the death of Br. Derek Ford, SSF, Ch.St.J, on September 5 at the Franciscan Friary, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles

Requiem Mass and celebration of Br. Derek's life and witness:

• On Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 4 pm at the Parish of St. Mary in Palms, 3647 Watseka Ave. Los Angeles. CA 90034. 
• Br. Jude Hill, SSF, Minister Provincial, will be main celebrant
•  Frs. Vincent Shamo and Thomas Carey will be con-celebrants
•  Fr. Thomas Carey will be homilist. 

*** During the Offertory Hymn, a collection will be taken to establish a memorial for Derek. Please, make check out to: Society of St. Francis with "Memorial for Br. Derek" in the Memo column. Thanks for your contribution to this Memorial fund in honor of Br. Derek, SSF. Ch.St.J

This will be Mass of the Resurrection and clergy wishing to vest, should wear white stole. 

Repast in St. Joseph Hall, Parish of St. Mary in Palms, following the Mass.

Br. Derek's favorite sermon opener: 

"Lord, open our ears to hear what you ask of us or would like us to do for you today, not yesterday or tomorrow but today".

"Blessed are those who are called to the supper of the Lamb".  Br. Derek is now seated at that supper/banquet. Glory to God.

May the soul of Br. Derek, SSF, priest and friar, and the souls of all the departed, rest in peace and rise in glory.

Fr. Vincent

www.stmarypalms.org

Parish UPDATE: September 13

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here is what is making news in our parish:

1. THIS WEEKEND  AT ST. MARY:  

• SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13:  SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
•  FEAST OF THE BVM: PATRONAL FEAST - SEPTEMBER 13:
• only ONE Mass for the day - Bilingual Mass at 11:30 am
• POTLUCK EVENT.
• Please, help to set up, bring food and help clean up.
• Invite your friends and buddies to church
• Weather will be hot, please, stay hydrated.

2.  UPDATE ON BR. DEREK FORD, SSF:

• The Requiem Mass for Br. Derek Ford, SSF will be at St. Mary on Saturday, September 19 at 4 pm. 
• Br. Jude, SSF, Minister Provincial, will preside; Frs. Vincent Shamo and Thomas Carey will con-celebrate and Fr. Thomas Carey will be homilist. The St. Mary Choir will be in attendance
• Please, join us in celebrating Br. Derek's life and witness. Bring friends and finger-foods.

3.  BIBLE STUDY: Every Tuesday from 6:30 to 7: 30 pm. 

• We meet in the Sacristy.

• We are studying the Book of the Acts of the Apostles 

• No experience necessary. 

• Bring your Bible and your friends

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:  

• First Communion Classes: Registration for both English and Spanish congregations are still open. Please, contact Fr. Juan Barragan at PadreJuanBar@gmail.com or at the Parish Office
• Saturday, September 26 from 11 am to 3 pm. The 4th annual Faris Drive Block party. All kinds of volunteer help urgently needed. Please, talk to Fr. Vincent, asap.

5.  THANK YOU

• for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible.

• Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS (Paypal) at our website or include our parish in your WILL.

6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY FOR

• continued healing for Gerda, Anthony Joseph, Patrice Gonzales, Nora, Ben, Sr. Rosina. Delia, Jeff, Roberta Beard, Mary Jane.
• refugees worldwide especially those fleeing wars in the Mediterranean and EU regions
• all who are battling any form of cancer and all involved in research work to find lasting cure for cancer and Alzheimers
• Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine and Jason    

7.    FOR NEWS ABOUT

• the Diocese of Los Angeles, please click on www.ladiocese.org
• the Episcopal Church, please, click on www.episcopalchurch.org
  

• the Expo Line construction, please, click on www.buildexpo.org

• the Palms Neighborhood Council, click on www.palmsla.org

8.    Like us on Facebook follow us on Twitter @stmaryinpalms

Fr. Vincent

www.stmarypalms.org