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COLUMBA CATHOLIC CHURCH April 8, 2012 Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of the Lord

SAN DIEGO

Pastors Corner ~
THE FRUITS OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the crowning truth of our Christian faith. Though we cannot fully explain in limited human language what this mystery is, we simply say that Resurrection is Christs victory over sin and death. But there is more to its effects than to its definition. It is more than just about Easter bunnies and eggs, Easter lilies and decors, parties and merry making. But because of the Resurrection 1. Heavens gate was opened to the souls of the holy people of old who have been waiting for salvation. Christ descended into hell in order to deliver those righteous souls who were deserving of Gods reward of eternal life; 2. Sins were forgiven and condemnation was cancelled. Humanity and all creation is renewed and reconciled with the Creator; 3. Its effects to all creation is tremendous joy, beauty, newness, freshness of life, peace; 4. The certainty of what we hope for is assured, for Christs blood has purchased our salvation; 5. Divine mercy, Gods unconditional love to sinners is proclaimed. If God has given us his Son, what else can He not give us? 6. Eternal life is freely offered to all who believe. God is glorified, man is saved. ALLELUIA, HE IS RISEN!

Annual Catholic Appeal

Many thanks to all of you have made a pledge so far. If you did not receive a pledge card at your home, there are extras at the back of the church. We are far from meeting our required assessment of $34,000. Please consider a donation at this time.

Mass Intentions for the Week

MONDAY, APRIL 9 6:30 am Communion Service 8:15 amME Int. Antonio-Pestao family TUESDAY, APRIL 10 6:30 amME Priests Intention 8:15 am Communion Service WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 6:30 amRK Donors Intention 8:15 am Communion Service THURSDAY, APRIL 12 6:30 amRK Priests Intention 8:15 am Communion Service FRIDAY, APRIL 13 6:30 am Communion Service 8:15 amME Priests Intention SATURDAY, APRIL 14 8:15 amME Basilisa Amoroso 5:30 pmRK Lorraine Wahl SUNDAY, APRIL 15 7:30 amEC Flora E. Culver 9:30 amME Dorothy Jane Pisor 11:00 amRK People of the Parish 5:30 pmME Int. of Sergio Montez
AA-Fr. Abraham Ahn, EC-Fr. Edward Corcoran, ME-Fr. Mario Elias, RK-Fr. Rex Kintanar

Youth Mass
Next Sunday, April 15th, and every third Sunday at the 5:30 pm Mass. If you would like to participate in this Mass please contact Robin Keator at (858) 277-3861.

Parish Work Party

Saturday, April 21st, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
A great opportunity to give of your time and talent!

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Saturday, April 14th, 8:45 am to 3:30 pm
Adoration will include a Holy Hour for Life from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

EASTER SUNDAY - THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD

APRIL 8, 2012

Feast of Divine Mercy

Sunday, April 15th
As Jesus requested, this great feast is universally observed throughout the Church on the Sunday after Easter. Blessed John Paul established the Feast of Divine Mercy during the canonization in Rome of St. Faustina Kowalska in the Jubilee Year of 2000. Jesus said to St. Faustina, Whoever approaches the fountain of life on this day will be granted the complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. To encourage its celebration with special devotion, the observance has been enriched by a plenary indulgence which is granted to the faithful under the usual conditions: (1) sacramental confession, (2) Eucharistic communion, (3) prayer for the intention of the Holy Father. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of this incredible promise and the additional plenary indulgence on this Great Feast of Mercy. Our Divine Mercy Sunday Devotion will be on Sunday, April 15th, 2:003:30 pm in the church. A pot-luck celebration will follow in the hall. Please join us.

Monthly Schedule
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Held the 2nd Saturday of month, Daily Chapel, 8:45 am - 3:30 pm. ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. BIBLE SHARING (Sunday by Sunday): Monday mornings, 9:00-10:30 am, in the Ministry Center. BINGO: Every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. Babysitting is available. CHILDCARE: Every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. till noon in the Preschool; for infants and children up to four years of age. For more information, call (858) 279-0161. CULTURE OF LIFE MINISTRY: For information, call Peggy Keller at 858-569-5996. DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION: Join us Mondays and Fridays at 3:00 p.m. in the Daily Chapel for a Divine Mercy Devotion (chaplet, rosary and a reading from the diary of St. Faustina.) GRIEF & BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: The 1st Monday of each month, 7:00-8:00 pm in the Ministry Center. Please call Robin, (858) 277-3861 for more information. GREETERS/USHERS: Contact Terry Foster at 858-4277178. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Council #1349. Round Table, Richard Portugal. For information call (858) 279-8731. LAY APOSTLES for JESUS CHRIST RETURNING KING: 2nd Tuesday every month in the Music Room, 6:30-8 p.m. Contact Peggy Keller at (858) 569-5996. MENS CLUB: The 1st Tuesday each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Room. All men of the parish are welcome and encouraged to join. MENS FAITH GROUP: First Saturday of the month in the Ministry Center, 8:45 am-10:00 am. All men are invited to this informal spiritual gathering to share our lives and grow in our faith. Prayer, discussion and donuts. PRAYER MEETING: We invite you to join us in praise, songs, scripture readings, teachings and worship every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Ministry Center. R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults): For adults seeking Baptism or for baptized adults seeking full membership in the Catholic Church by preparing to receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. For information, call Mike Conroy, (858) 278-1507. SENIORS CLUB: 2nd/4th Thursdays of the month, 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall. Open to seniors over 50 in our parish. Watch bulletin for upcoming events. YOUTH GROUP: Sundays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Ministry Center for both Junior and Senior High. For more information call (858) 277-3861.

Seniors Club
Thursday, April 12th 10:30 am
Program: Impersonator Theme: Hollywood Lunch: Potluck

Teaching Hearts, Minds and Souls

Registration for the 2012-13 school year has begun. Find out what the Good News in education is all about! Call the school (858-279-1882) to arrange a meeting with the principal and a tour of the classrooms. We offer an excellent Catholic-values based educational program, which includes small class sizes, art, music, PE, sports and Spanish programs. Limited financial aid available.

Readings for the Week

Mon: Tues: Wed: Thurs: Fri: Sat: Sun: Acts 2:14,22-33/Ps 16:1-2,5,7-11/Mt 28:11-18 Acts 2:36-41/Ps 33:4-5,18-20,22/Jn 20:11-18 Acts 3:1-10/Ps 105:1-4,6-9/Lk 24:13-35 Acts 3:11-26/Ps 8:2,5-9/Lk 24:35-48 Acts 4:1-12/Ps 118:1-2,4,22-27/Jn 21:1-14 Acts 4:13-21/Ps 118:1,14-15,16-21/Mk 16:9-15 Acts 4:32-35/Ps 118:2-4,13-15,22-24/1 Jn 5:1-6/ Jn 20:19-31