Mar 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Today is Easter, the Pasch, a word that means “passage”, for in Jesus the decisive passage of humanity has been made: the passage from death to life, from sin to grace, from fear to confidence, from desolation to communion. In him, the Lord of time and history, I would like to say to everyone, with heartfelt joy, Happy Easter!
May this Easter be for each of you, dear brothers and sisters, and in particular for the sick and the poor, the elderly and those experiencing moments of trial and weariness, a passage from affliction to consolation. We are not alone: Jesus, the Living One, is with us, forever. Let the Church and the world rejoice, for today our hopes no longer come up against the wall of death, for the Lord has built us a bridge to life.
Christòs anesti! – “Christ is risen; he is truly risen!” In this traditional proclamation of the Churches of the East, the word “truly” reminds us that our hope is not an illusion, but the truth! And that, in the wake of Easter, humanity’s journey, now marked by hope, advances all the more readily. The first witnesses of the resurrection show this by their example. The Gospels speak of the haste with which, on the morning of Easter, the women “ran to tell the disciples” (Mt 28:8). Mary Magdalene “ran and went to Simon Peter” (Jn 20:2), while John and Peter himself then “ran together” (cf. v. 4) to the place where Jesus had been buried.
At Easter, then, the journey quickens and becomes a race, since humanity now sees the goal of its journey, the meaning of its destiny, Jesus Christ, and is called to make haste to meet him, who is the hope of the world.
May we too make haste to progress on a journey of reciprocal trust: trust among individuals, peoples and nations. May we allow ourselves to experience amazement at the joyful proclamation of Easter, at the light that illumines the darkness and the gloom in which, all too often, our world finds itself enveloped. ~excerpted from Pope’s Message 2023
Let us make haste to surmount our conflicts and divisions, and to open our hearts to those in greatest need.
Mar 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Installation of Speakers in Our Church
The installation of speakers in our church marks the culmination of a significant sound system project aimed at enhancing the worship experience for parishioners. With meticulous planning and expert execution, the new speakers promise to deliver crystal-clear audio throughout the sacred space, ensuring that every sermon, hymn, and prayer resonates with clarity and reverence. As the final pieces of equipment are carefully positioned and tested, anticipation builds among the congregation for the transformative impact this technological upgrade will bring to their spiritual gatherings. The installation represents a commitment to embracing modern advancements while staying true to the church’s timeless mission of fostering community and devotion. We feel so grateful for all your support!
Apr 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
For the role of women
We pray that the dignity and immense value of women be recognized in every culture, and for the end of discrimination that they experience in different parts of the world.
Apr 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Faith Formation
April 7-9:00AM
April 14-9:00AM
Teen Confirmation Mondays
April 8-Year II-7:00PM
April 15-Year I-7:00PM
To register contact: Cheli Valdez, at (626)792-6844 or cvaldez@abvmpasadena.org
Youth Mass and Youth Night
Next event TBD
Enjoy a night of fellowship with your friends at our Youth Mass and Youth Night! We invite all teens currently in our Confirmation program and those who have been confirmed, to attend the Youth Mass at 5:00PM and Youth Night at 6:00-8:00pm in Msgr. Crean Hall. We request that the teens come to Mass and sit together in the reserved seats at Mass before attending Youth Night.
A light dinner will be served. For questions, please call Ms. Cheli at (626) 792-6844 or email at cvaldez@abvmpasadena.org.
Jan 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Our 75th Anniversary celebration is around the corner. In 2025 our parish will be 75 years old. We are planning a year-long celebration. To mark the beginning of this celebration, we are organizing a 12 day Pilgrimage to Italy in 2024, and to conclude the celebration with another 12 day pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2025.
The Italian Pilgrimage is October 7 –18, 2024, it includes: air fare from Los Angeles, four nights in Rome, two nights in Assisi, two nights in Florence and two nights in Milan. The price is $4,742.00 per person in a double room. If you are interested, please contact the parish office.
