St. Anastasia Catholic Church
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
Dear Parishioners,
As you know from last Sunday, Archbishop Gomez has appointed Fr. Leszek
Semik as Administrator of St. Anastasia Church, effective July 1st, 2016.
Fr. Semik is a native of Poland. He did his Theological studies in Poland, and was ordained
for the Diocese of Krakow in 1994. He served in Poland for 11 years, and has been in the
United States for approximately 11 years.
Presently, he is the Associate Pastor at St. Lawrence Martyr in Redondo Beach. Fr. Semik
has a gracious and warm personality, and he exudes much enthusiasm.
I know St. Anastasia Parish will give him a warm welcome on the July 2/3rd weekend,
when he celebrates Mass and begins his leadership here at St. Anastasia. We, as a Parish,
thank Archbishop Gomez for assigning Fr. Leszek Semik as our Administrator.
Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin,
Administrator Pro Tem
LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER ~ For those who are ill, and those in need of our prayers…
Anette Ponte
Ann Lamkey
Beatrice Vasek
Beverly Galip Marinelli
Bertrina DeRouen
Brandi Hines
Carl Brasil
Carolyn Lispcomb
Cleofas Prieto
Charles Guerra
Charles Keglevich
Deanna Marie Messier
Donald “Sunny” Sunderlin
Elizabeth Hauser
Elizabeth Ventresca
Fr. Lancy Pereira
Fran Wilkerson
Ging Savares
Hector Salas
James Dugan
Janet Erike
Jeff Hebron
Jim Tyrrell
Joanna Musacchio
Jose A. Anaya
Joyce Lynn Donnellan
Juan Salas
Julie Martinez
Julian Moran
Lori Caldwell
Lysa Dennehy
Manuel Villalobos
Mary Ann Kwinn
Melvin Peluchette
Michelle Anaya
Michlene “Mimi” Hébert
Norma Aaron
Nuria Lavilla Brau
Peggy Keelaghan
Peter Cathcart
Ruth Smith
Sandy Dalton
Sr. Eileen Marie
(Marleen) Corrigan
Stephane Lempire
Tom Tyrrell
Victoria Mitsakos
Family members please contact the
Parish Office to add names or to let us
know about the condition of those for
whom we pray.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR HOLY WEEK:
SUN. 04/17
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
7:30 PM
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MON. 04/18
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
TUE. 04/19
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
WED. 04/20
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
THE PEOPLE OF ST. ANASTASIA
MSGR. GABRIEL GONZALES 
MARY RATKOVIC 
BRENDA MARSHALL 
ALVIN W. HOPKINS 
HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORY
ADOLFO & BERTHA GARBER ♥ 
TERRY WALKER ♦
GABRIELA GARBER 
SPECIAL INTENTIONS ♦
SHARON RECORDS 
THUR. 04/21
 6:30 AM
8:00 AM

FRI. 04/22
6:30 AM
8:00 AM
BRIGITTE CARINO
LISA FORTI FAMILY
MAGEN PRATRAP
ANNE ROSEN
SAT. 04/23
8:00 AM
ADALBERTO GONZALEZ, SR. 
5:30 PM MAIREAD OLIVER 
Birthday 
Anniversary ♥
Memorial 
  Support ♦
Ministry gathers us and makes us a faith family...
This Week: Saturday, April 16th / Sunday, April 17th
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Reflections on Today’s Readings:
FOCUS: I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. Jesus Christ promises eternal
life to all who follow Him. We follow Jesus, the Good Shepherd, by recognizing His voice in Scripture and in
the teachings of the Church, by listening to Him speaking to our hearts in prayer, and by practicing His teachings in our daily lives. When the situation is appropriate, we share our faith with others.
LITURGY OF THE WORD: The first reading tells of Paul and Barnabas shifting their focus to
preaching the Gospel to the Gentiles. The second reading offers a prophetic vision of a multitude of
believers of every nation, race, people and tongue praising the Lamb of God in heaven. In the Gospel,
Jesus promises eternal life to all who believe in Him and walk in His way of love.
Celebrating Our Faith
Next Week ~ Saturday, April 23rd / Sunday, April 24th
Fifth Sunday of Easter
Masses:
Sat:
5:30 p.m.
Sun:
7:30 a.m.
Sun:
9:00 a.m.
Sun: 10:30 a.m.
Sun: 12:00 NN.
Sun:
7:30 p.m.
Celebrants:
Msgr. Vadakin
Fr. Tom
Msgr. Cox
Msgr. Vadakin
Msgr. Cox
Msgr. Vadakin
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)
3:30—5 pm and 7:30—8 pm.
Msgr. Vadakin
To Receive Holy Communion
(For those who are sick, hospitalized, or home bound).
Please call Gloria Bowen, Eucharistic Minister to the
sick at 310-670-5971.
The Family Visitation Ministry offers spiritual
support to those in need. Please call Sr. Teresita at
310-216-2001, or the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Do not feel totally, personally, irrevocably
responsible for everything . . . That’s my job. —God
DWELLING PLACE
God dwells wherever we let God in.
—Ancient Jewish saying
THE GIFT
The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is
nothing without work.
—Emile Zola
WE ENCOURAGE ALL TO READ AND REFLECT
ON THE BIBLICAL PASSAGES THAT
WILL BE PROCLAIMED AT ALL THE MASSES
First Reading — Paul and Barnabas continue
their travels, spreading the faith and unifying the
churches (Acts 14:21-27).
Psalm — I will praise your name for ever, my king
and my God (Psalm 145).
Second Reading — John’s vision of God
dwelling with the human race (Revelation
21:1-5a).
Gospel — As Jesus has loved us, so we must love
one another (John 13:31-33a, 34-35).
Knights of Columbus Council # 3744
presents… The Italian Dinner and Festival ,
Friday, April 15, from 5:30 to 8 pm, at the
Westchester KofC Council Hall, Playa del Rey.
Come into a great “Italian Restaurant” where you
will enjoy traditional Italian cuisine. ** Wine
Tasting Bar** Italian & “Rat Pack” Music &
Surprises! Italian Trivia Game! (winners get a nice
bottle of Chianti).
Proceeds will benefit our Youth Scholarship Program
at St. Anastasia, St. Jerome & Visitation schools.
April 17th, 2016 - Fourth Sunday of Easter: Paul and
Barnabas encountered both violent rejection and joyful
acceptance of the message that they preached. We, too,
may meet with mixed reactions when we use our gifts
in the service of God. But, the Gospel assures us, the
reward for those who follow faithfully is eternal life.
Ministry equips us to deepen our love for God and share our faith…
“Vatican Splendors”
at the Reagan Library
Join the St. Anastasia Social Club as we
travel to the Reagan Library to view the
extraordinary collection of historical and
religious objects dating as far back as the first
century, including works by Michelangelo and
Bernini. The $76 cost will include your
entrance admission to the exhibit and the
Library, as well as a BBQ buffet lunch, water
on the bus, and all gratuities. We will be
leaving at 9 AM on Wednesday, July 13, and
returning to St A’s at 6 PM. Call Laurette for
reservations at 310-670-2488.
Reservations must be fully paid
by June 3.
THE MSGR. GABE
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Fr. Gabe was passionate about
education. He was deeply concerned
for the needy and less privileged and
often spoke of his concern about the
affordability of Catholic Education for
families. To honor his dedicated service the Parish has
established a scholarship fund. This fund will provide
Our Pastor the ability to help families in financial
distress access Catholic education at St. Anastasia
Catholic School. Please consider giving to this
Memorial fund to benefit the children of St. Anastasia.
A special giving account has been established in the
Online Giving Portal to accept credit or debit cards.
The web address is:
http://www.st-anastasia.org/giving/monsignorgabe-scholarship-fund
or contact the Rectory Office at 310-670-2243.
You can also make a check payable to St. Anastasia
Church and note Msgr. Gabe Memorial fund in the
memo. Mail to: St. Anastasia Parish 7390 West
Manchester Avenue Los Angeles, California 90045.
Holy Doors!
On Saturday, May 14, 2016
St. Anastasia will make a
“pilgrimage” to St. Joan of Arc
Church. St. Joan of Arc is a
pilgrimage Church for the
Jubilee Year of Mercy.
♦We meet at St. Anastasia
Church at 9:30 am and caravan to
St. Joan of Arc.
♦We pray a series of prayers together
through the Holy Doors
♦We return to St. Anastasia before noon.
On December 12, 2015, Bishop Edward
Clark consecrated the Holy Doors of
Mercy at St. Joan of Arc, one of the
designated Pilgrimage Churches for the
Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Special
indulgences will be granted to those who
pass through these Holy Doors, and who
fulfill the conditions set by the Holy
Father.
Mark you calendars.
Questions, please call the Rectory
Office 310.670.2243.
Fact of Life
Forcing Catholic Hospitals to Perform Abortions?
From Lifesitenews.com
A Michigan judge has thrown out the ACLU’s lawsuit attempting to force a nationwide chain of Catholic
hospitals to perform abortions. The ACLU filed suit against Trinity Health Corporation, which operates 86
health care facilities in 21 states nationwide.
The court ruled that the ACLU lacked standing to bring the case, dismissing its claims as “dubious” and
“speculative.”
“No American should be forced to commit an abortion – least of all faith-based medical workers who went
into the profession to follow their faith and save lives, not take them.” said ADF Senior Counsel Kevin Theriot.
“Federal law directly prohibits the government from engaging in any such coercion.”
Ministry in Community…
If you haven't yet
registered, stop by the
Rectory for a registration
form or request one via email from
[email protected]. Do you have a
new mailing address, email address, or phone number?
Please make sure your contact info is up to date with
the parish!
Email [email protected] with your
new or updated info. Please include your name and
envelope number so we can ensure your
records match up!
Your attention
Our Online Giving system now
please!!!
has an App for Apple and
Android products! You can
download it for free from
OLGapp.com, the Apple App Store or the
Google Play Store. If you are new to Online
Giving, register on the app by entering our
Church ID 1706 or register on the website @
www.osvonlinegiving.com/1706.
In recognition of National Child
Abuse Prevention Month, the
Archdiocese of Los Angeles is
participating in the Prevent Child Abuse
American Pinwheel for Prevention campaign.
The pinwheel is an uplifting symbol of
childhood and represents every child’s right for
a life filled with hope, health and happiness.
Through this Campaign we are provided
another opportunity to transform awareness
into action. For more information on how to
have your parish, school or family be a part of
this important campaign, contact
[email protected].
SAVE THE DATE
July 11 through July 15,
2016
JUMP IN AND JOIN IN
ST. ANASTASIA VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
THAT’S ALL ABOUT JESUS!
Barnyard Roundup shows kids that Jesus cares
and provides for them, now and forever, no
matter what.
Monday, July 11 through Friday, July 15.
9 to Noon
On the weekend
of April 23/24,
St. Anastasia
Parish is
distributing baby bottles at all the masses
to assist the life-saving work of Los
Angeles Pregnancy Services (LAPS), a
pro-life counseling center. LAPS provides
moms with spiritual, emotional, and material
support before and after their babies are born.
LAPS also provides information on adoption
for women who want to carry their child, but
aren't ready to parent. It's easy to help.
Please take a baby bottle home, fill it with
coins or bills or a check and return it to
St. Anastasia by May 1.
Kids Living Faith:
Sunday, April 17th, 2016
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Traveling Holy Family - If interested
in having the Holy Family at home, email at
[email protected] to reserve your
time.
Holy Family # 1 - April, TBD
Holy Family # 2 - April, Aaron Family
My sheep hear my voice;
I know them, and they follow me.
John 10: 27
Liam and his family love taking their dog Buster for a walk
in the woods. But if Buster goes too far or is in danger, Liam
calls and Buster comes running. Buster knows Liam’s voice.
He trusts his master and obeys his commands. Just as Liam
cares for his dog, and a shepherd protects his sheep, Jesus
watches over us. He calls to us within our hearts if we are in
danger of making bad choices. Reading the Bible, praying
and going to Mass are ways we can learn to hear Jesus’
voice better, and follow Him more closely too.
Jesus, help me hear your voice and follow it today.
Reminders/Courtesy Announcements
♦ TODAY, Sunday, April 17th, The St.
Joseph’s Center Collection, takes place after
all Masses. This Collection benefits the
poorest and needy of the Westside area. Your
donations of cash/non-perishable food are
greatly appreciated.
♦ NEXT Sunday, April 24th, the monthly
Wedding Anniversary Blessing takes place
after all Masses. Those couples married
during the month of April are welcome.
St. Anastasia Catholic Church
7390 W. Manchester Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-670-2243 Office
310-670-5052 Fax
Website: www.St-Anastasia.org
Email: [email protected]
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
MASSES WEEKDAYS
Mon-Fri:
6:30 AM & 8 AM
First Friday: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, and
11 AM (during the School year)
Saturday: 8 AM
WEEKENDS
Saturday (Vigil): 5:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30, 9, 10:30 AM, 12 & 7:30 PM
HOLY DAYS
Holy Day Vigil Mass: 5:30 PM
Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 8 AM, 11 AM (during
the School year) & 7 PM
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SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:
Saturday: 3:30 - 5 PM & 7:30 - 8 PM
DEVOTIONS: Miraculous Medal Novena,
Rosary and Benediction - Monday, following the
8 AM Mass.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: First Saturday of
the month from 8:30 - 9:30 AM
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Sacrament for the
Sick is celebrated upon request of the family

BAPTISM: Parents and Godparents are
required to participate in preparation program.
Contact the Rectory Office 310-670-2243
MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must contact the
Rectory no later that 6 months before their
proposed wedding date. Call the Rectory Office
310-670-2243.
R.C.I.A.: (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Becoming Catholics - Please call the Rectory.
FUNERALS: Contact the Pastor by calling the
Rectory Office, 310-670-2243.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Ministers of the Eucharist
Gloria Bowen-to the Sick.. .. 670-5971
Linda Schmidt….................. 397-5691
Ministers of the Word .........
Carl Pentis ........... .............. 649-4238
Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers)
Evelio Leon .......... .............. 895-8898
Courtyard Hospitality
Sr. Teresita…………………. 216-2001
Altar Care
Dolores Saenz ...... ............. 337-7213
Liturgy Committee
Richard Arias ........ ............. 641-4194
Altar Server Committee:
Herb Masi ……………………641-2819
Maura Reznik………………..645-6845
PASTORAL TEAM
PASTOR: Vacant
Administrator Pro Tem
Msgr. Royale M. Vadakin, P.A.
Priest in Residence
Msgr. Gregory A. Cox
Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Thomas F. King
Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor
Sacramental Recorder
Aleida Rodriguez
Director of Religious Education
Jonette Mauch
Confirmation Coordinator
Gabriel Reyes
Director of Adult Faith Formation
and Stewardship
Director of Music Ministry
Chris Roque
School Principal
Michael Muir
School Office Manager, Bookkeeper
Louise Lance
School Office Assistant
Linda Schmidt
Consultative School Board
Betsy Sichi
PTO - Parent Teacher Organization
Shawna Wiseman
Becca Zambotti
ADESTE (After School Program)
Elizabeth Soriano
Maintenance
Javier Antunes
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
and SRE (Sunday School)
Jonette Mauch ..... .............. 670-2243
Confirmation
Gabriel Reyes .......…………. 670-2243
Infant Baptism
Fred & Esmeralda Balsz .... 679-9119
PARISH ORGANIZATIONS
Parish Finance Council
Jim Healy ............. .............. 410-1206
Pastor Advisory Council
………………………………..670-2243
Site Committee
Stefan Politz ........ .............. 337-9534
Men’s Club
Chris Turkmany .... .............. 642-6646
Knights of Columbus…..…..821-2324
Arts and Education
Andy Kozlowski .... .............. 670-3152
Stewardship ………......…….670-2243
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St. Anastasia Catholic School
8631 S. Stanmoor Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045
310-645-8816 Office
Website: school.St-Anastasia.org
Email: [email protected]
PARISH LIFE MINISTRIES
Bereavement …………….....670-2243
Grief Support Group
Sue McLaughlin ……..…….413-2575
Young Adult Ministry
Nancy Albin ......................... 927-8891
Prayer Group
Lori Mountain ...................... 502-9105
Rosary Ministry
Rose De Leonardis………...645-7175
Ben Oakley………………….670-2771
Respect Life
…………………….. .............. 670-2243
Safe Guard the Children
Rose Healy-Fissinger .......... 670-2243
Karen Diaz .......................... 670-2243
Ann Abraham ...................... 670-2243
St. Joseph Center.
Jayne Cram……….. .............. 645-1140
Homeless Weekend Program/
St. Robert’s Center
Bob & Lori Caldwell ............. 823-7417
St. Margaret’s Center
Mary Agnes Erlandson ........ 672-2208
Catholic Charities
Cindy Begazo………………..306-9390
Bundles for Babies and Diaper Drive
Teressa Syta ....................... 670-0285
Nurses Ministry
Linda S. Absher................... 645-6136
Ministry for Married Couples
Jon & Suzette Sornborger ... 670-2243
Men’s Spirituality
Joe Berberich ...................... 745-7009
Shad Meshad ...................... 568-1065
Men’s Morning Hour ..……..670-2243
MOMS Ministry
Jayne Cram………………….645-1140
Bible Study
Carolyn Godlewski .............. 670-2243
Marti Moran………………….670-2243
Social Ministry
Laurette Bibeau……………..670-2488
Family Visitation Ministry
Sr. Teresita………………….216-2001
Chronic Pain Support Ministry
Patrick Doherty…………….650-0274
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A
PRIEST OR IN RELIGIOUS LIFE?
Call the Office for Vocations
213-637-7248
www.la-archdiocese.org/org/vocations