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HOPE NET FOOD OF THE MONTH: SEPTEMBER 2010
CANNED SOUP, 10.5 OZ. CANS
PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR CANNED SOUP FOR THE HOPE NET COLLECTION SEPTEMBER 4TH & 5TH Continue reading "Week of September 5, 2010 Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, September 4, 2010
5pm Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
Sunday, September 5, 2010
8am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
9:45am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
11:30am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
5pm Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy

HOPE NET FOOD OF THE MONTH: SEPTEMBER 2010
CANNED SOUP, 10.5 OZ. CANS
PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR CANNED SOUP FOR THE HOPE NET COLLECTION SEPTEMBER 4TH & 5TH Continue reading "Week of August 29, 2010 Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, August 28, 2010
5pm Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
Sunday, August 29, 2010
8am Mass:  Fr. Joe LaBrie, S.J.
9:45am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
11:30am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
5pm Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy

St. Brendan School Is Back In Session On Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Early Dismissal at 11:30am Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Continue reading "Week of August 22, 2010 Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, August 21, 2010
5pm Mass:  Fr. Patrick Hill
Sunday, August 22, 2010
8am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
9:45am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
11:30am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
5pm Mass:  Fr. Patrick Hill

Please Join Us For the St. Brendan 8th Anniversary of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Wednesday August 18th, 6pm
For more information and donations, please call Dulce Febre at 818-989-8009 or email rdfebre@roadrunner.com Continue reading "Week of August 15, 2010 The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary"

Saturday, August 14, 2010
5pm Mass:  Fr. Joe LaBrie, S.J.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
8am Mass:  Fr. Joe LaBrie, S.J.
9:45am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
11:30am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
5pm Mass:  Fr. Joe LaBrie, S.J.

GIVEN MUCH
"Much will be required of the person entrusted with much" (Luke 12:48). Whew! At least the Lord hasn't entrusted me with much! Thank goodness that the work of the reign of God on earth has been entrusted to somebody else. This must be the "good news" of today's Gospel, right? Wrong! In the mentality that has come to be known as "keeping up with the Joneses" we can gear ourselves toward a comparison with those who have more or who have been given more, even by God. Unfortunately, nowhere does Jesus say: "Not much will be expected of those who have been given only a little bit." Each of us, in our own way, has been given something, some gift or treasure that we can put toward the work of the reign of God. This is the vocation of Christian discipleship. Perhaps others seem to have been given more; evaluating this is not the disciple's concern. The concern of each of us in the vocation for which we have been chosen is to take what we have been given, and consecrate it for the continued in-breaking of God's kingdom of justice, joy, peace, and beauty. Then will we come to realize that we have indeed been given much.  (c) Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.

Continue reading "Week of August 8, 2010 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, August 7, 2010
5pm Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
Sunday, August 8, 2010
8am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
9:45am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
11:30am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
5pm Mass:  Fr. Joe LaBrie, S.J.

THE PIZZA GUY
Thomas Monaghan is a businessman who has made a fortune through a hugely successful chain of pizza stores. Brought up in an orphanage, he once thought the accumulation of expensive possessions was justifiable, even necessary. Yet, in reading Mere Christianity by the noted author C. S. Lewis, Monaghan realized that the root motivation beneath his love for wealth and show was the need to impress others, which is a form of pride. Released from the hold that possessions once exercised over his heart, Monaghan simplified his life--no private jet, no fancy cars, no huge mansion--and now experiences joy in giving to causes that further Christ's kingdom. A few years ago he described his new understanding of stewardship and discipleship. He said that people think that he is making huge sacrifices, but he believes that they do not understand giving. He credits God for everything he has, so any money he has is also God's. Yes, he certainly had to work hard, but where did the enthusiasm, the energy, the willpower and persistence to work hard come from? From God. Monaghan is convinced that he has no right to credit himself for abilities and skills that came from God. So whatever he has produced with those talents is not ultimately his: it all belongs to God. So, Monaghan says that his motivation for the so-called sacrifices he makes is blindingly obvious. He was brought up with this belief that the true value of life is to get to heaven while dragging along as many people as he can with him! He is always taken aback when people refer to him as a devout Catholic for sharing so much wealth. He is very flattered by the compliment, but says he is too much of a struggling sinner to deserve such praise.
Copyright (c) 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. Continue reading "Week of August 1, 2010 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, July 31, 2010
5pm Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
Sunday, August 1, 2010
8am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
9:45am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
11:30am Mass:  Msgr. Terry Fleming
5pm Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy

The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI Bestows the Papal Honor “Benemerenti” on our Parishioners,Mary Frances Fenady & Joan Woolway CurtinThis Papal Honor translates into “Serving with Distinction” recognizing personal commitment both to the Church and to the Holy Father.  The bestowal of this Papal Honor and its associate Medal will take place at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at 3:30pm. 
Cardinal Roger Mahony has extended his congratulations to Mary Frances & Joan: “You are a wonderful witness of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, as well as the living out of the Gospel which Christ has proclaimed to us.  We too are blessed by these two dedicated women! Continue reading "Week of July 25, 2010 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time"

Saturday, July 24, 2010
5pm Mass:  Fr. Patrick Hill
Sunday, July 25, 2010
8am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
9:45am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
11:30am Mass:  Fr. Ken Deasy
5pm Mass:  Fr. Patrick Hill

HUGE Rummage Sale!
Blessed Sacrament Church Parking Lot TODAY In the Heart of Hollywood
Sunday, July 18, 2010 9am-3pm
Find great clothes for men, women and children—also toys, costume jewelry, useful household items and furniture — all at very reasonable prices!  Lots of NEW clothes too! Proceeds support the social services program at Blessed Sacrament Church, so while you’re getting wonderful bargains, you’re helping the poor and homeless of Hollywood.
Enter parking lot in back of church at 6636 Selma Avenue between Wilcox and Highland Avenues Continue reading "Week of July 18, 2010 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time"