Suggested donations: $50pp per weekend; $130pp for entire series; $25pp for an individual lecture.
Fr. Jack Clark Robinson, O.F.M. will explore these and other topics regarding the history of the presence of Franciscan missionaries, men and women throughout United States history, beginning with an overview of how Franciscans came to be missionaries. Fr. Jack has been teaching young Franciscans for almost thirty years and currently serves as President of the Academy of American Franciscan History and teaches part-time at the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. He earned his Ph.D. in American History from the University of California at Santa Barbara.
A couple of months ago it was a non-descript closet. Today its the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. The room is yet another small, but very distinct and important step as the Serra Center continues on its transformation trail from gathering center to the main MSLRP worship area. The Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be open on weekends and the Blessed Sacrament will be reserved there between Masses. If Lupe Rios was the project manager of this twomonth undertaking then Jenny Flynn was the chief architect. The body of Christ had been in the sacristy, Rios explained. But thats where the priests come to change into their vestments. It needed to be in a holier, more sacred place than that. With his talented eye for design and color, Rios was responsible for painting all the stars on the ceiling. His enthusiasm and leadership were key in moving this project forward, Flynn explained. And the staff from the MSLRP shop who helped prepare the room for painting and installed all the tiles we could not have done this without them. I just let Lupe and Jenny go for it, Father Adrian said after the Sunday blessing, and I dont recall having ever blessed a former closet, he added with a laugh. But its not a closet any longer. They did a very nice job with limited space. Of all the volunteers who helped, Jenny also received help and guidance from Linda Causee. She managed to find us a beautiful and economical wood tabernacle - tabernacles are usually extremely expensive and this wood one fit in beautifully with our designs, Flynn explained. And also the metal baroque crucifix that is hung in the chapel. Linda has been consulted along the way and helped with the initial planning. Rios estimates the entire project cost $2,000. Thanks to the efforts of everyone involved negotiations were made to keep this cost low. If you would like to make a donation to help defray the costs of the project contact Lupe Rios at (760)547-0709. Following is a list of believers who donated their time and talents: Father Adrian Peelo, OFM, Lupe Rios, Jenny Flynn, Linda Causee, Lee Bickford, Javier Figueroa, Fidel Flores, Juan Nava, Lupe Urquidez, Paciano Rivadeneyra, Alice Vitug, Ita-Livi Suarez and Charlene Borromeo.
March
March 3, 10, 24, 31. Quiet Monday. Come and remember the sound of silence. Optional Spiritual Direction available with Pat Julian. 9am-4pm. Fee $25, lunch and private room included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info. March 5. Ash Wednesday Mini-Retreat. With Fr. Larry Dolan, OFM. We will look at perseverance in
faith as presented in Sacred Scriptures and have time to be alone with God who leads us into the desert of lent. Our time together will begin with Mass and the distribution of ashes. 9am-3pm. Fee: $25 pp, light lunch included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info.
March 16-21. Busy Persons Retreat. With Sr. Ingrid Honore-Lallande, CSJ and Pat Julian. A unique commuter retreat with
daily Spiritual Direction; set your own schedule. Mostly free time with two group meetings Sun., March 16 at 6:30pm & Fri., March 21 at 12:30pm. Fee: $50pp for the entire week. No meals. Call (760)757-3659 for more information.
All parishioners are encouraged to attend a communal reconciliation service as our parish will not have reconciliation on Saturdays 3/8 - 4/26.
March 7-9. Spring into Serenity Retreat - A Retreat for Women in Al Anon. Come renew, refuel & restore. Fees:
Shared Occupancy $180pp; Private Room $230pp.
March 13. Cooking with Kaitlin: Gastro Pub UK Style. On the menu:
Pimms Cocktail, Lancashire Hotpot, Beef & Guinness Stew, Chicken & Ham Pie, Yorkshire Pudding, Strawberry Trifle and Treacle Tart. 6:30 - 8pm. Fee $40pp, generous sample of each item included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info.
March 10, 6:30pm - St. Mary (Oceanside) March 11, 1pm & 6:30pm - St. Francis (Vista) March 12, 7pm - St. Margaret (Oceanside) March 24, 7pm - Nativity (Rancho Santa Fe) March 30, 4pm - St. Thomas More (Oceanside) April 2, 7pm - St. Patrick (Carlsbad) April 3, 7pm - Mission San Luis Rey Parish April 7, 7pm - St. Elizabeth (Carlsbad) April 8, 7pm - St. John (Encinitas) April 12, 10am - Mission San Luis Rey Parish April 14, 6:30pm - St. Mark (San Marcos) April 15, 6pm - St. Peter (Fallbrook)
Palm Sunday
Saturday/Sbado 4/12
5pm - Serra Center 7pm - Espaol, Serra Center
Sunday/Domingo 4/13
7am - Historic Church 8am - Serra Center 10am - Serra Center 12pm - Espaol, Serra Center 5pm - Serra Center 7pm - Espaol, Historic Church
March 21. Twilight Retreat. Our Lenten Journey of Faith: Insights from Johns Gospel, with Fr. Michael Guinan, OFM.
Mass: 6pm Historic Church; 6:30pm Dinner; 7:15pm Presentation. Fee: $30, dinner included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info.
March 29. Praise God with Drums & Dancing Emmalyn. Enjoy spirituality through music and graceful
movements. 9am-3pm. Fee: $45 pp, lunch included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info.
Mass of the Lords Supper with washing of the feet. Misa de la Ultima Cena del Seor con lavado de los pies.
March 29. 4th Grade Behind the Scenes Tour. Two hour tour
of the Historic Church, museum and grounds especially for 4th grade students and their families. 10am-12pm. Fee: $10 per person or $30 for a family of up 5. The last two tours have sold out; preregistration is encouraged. Register online www.sanluisrey.org or call (760)757-3651, ext. 170.
April
April 10. Cooking with Kaitlin: Easter Dinner. On the
Menu: White Peach Bellini Cocktail, Split Pea & Ham Hock Soup, Pomegranate-Jalapeno Glazed Ham, Scalloped Potatoes with Gruyere Cheese, Sauteed Peas & Pea Shoots with Spring Onions & Mint, & Lemon Turffle Pie. 6:30-8pm. Fee $40pp, generous sample of each item included. Call (760)757-3659 for more info.
We are proceeding through historical reviews and city permitting, continuing to work with architects, historians and other experts to advance this project.
Located in the Old Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery, the St. Clare mausoleum will have only thirty spaces available. Even though construction has not yet started, it is already almost 50% sold out! This small, personal and intimate mausoleum is unlike anything you will find elsewhere; most mausoleums are huge structures that hold hundreds of spaces. Not only is there limited space available for purchase, this mausoleum faces the area known as the Historic Cemetery in the shadow of our 200-year old Church. If you are interested in purchasing a space, please contact the cemetery office for an appointment: 760. 231. 8445, ext. 133 or ext. 139.
S a t u r d ay, M ay 10 t h - O M M S F u n d r a i s e r
Old Mission Montessori School will host its 3rd annual Night at the Mission wine and food tasting event on May 10, 2014 ~ 5-9pm
Held in the private gardens of the Historic Mission, this event features tastings of both international and domestic wines and a food showcase of local restaurants. This year, Night at the Mission will introduce beer tastings! There will also be a large silent auction and live music to complete this pleasant evening. Tickets are $40 in advance or $50 at the door. Purchase tickets at the school from 8:30am-3pm or online at www.omms.ticketbud.com/winetasting. Table sponsorships available: Table of eight $400 & includes a VIP event at 4:30pm.