St. Louise de Marillac Church
Serving God’s people in Covina, Glendora, San Dimas and surrounding communities.
“We are called to be salt and light for the world.”
Fr. Robert P. Fulton
Pastor
Fr. Joseph McShane
Associate Pastor
Peter Brause
Deacon
Alan Holderness
Deacon
Omar Uriarte
Deacon
Al Valles
Deacon
Mass Schedule
Monday –Friday
6:20 am & 8:00 am
Saturday
8:00 am & 5:30 pm Vigil
Sunday
6:30 am, 8:00 am,
9:30 am, 11:00 am,
12:30 pm, & 5:00 pm
Parish Office
626.915.7873
Visit us:
1720 E. Covina Blvd.
Covina, CA 91724
www.stlouisedm.org
St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic community called together as family to worship, to
minister, and to evangelize. As true disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to renew His love and
spirit by sharing our time, talent and treasure. ̶
St. Louise de Marillac Mission Statement
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PASTORS CORNER
Confirmation: Growing beyond a self-centered spirituality
This weekend, our confirmation students participated in a retreat to prepare
them for Confirmation this spring. Therefore, I wanted to share with you some
thoughts on this important sacrament. Confirmation is the fourth and final
sacrament of initiation into the Catholic Church. Baptism, Reconciliation and
Holy Communion are the first three.
We are born spiritually in the sacrament of Baptism. As we practice the virtues of faith and hope and love and
as we unite with Christ in His Church we also grow in grace and goodness. But at
this stage our spiritual life, like the life of a child, is largely self-centered. We tend to
be preoccupied with the needs of our own soul, with the effort to “be good.” As we
grow in our faith, as we begin to understand what it means to share in the mystical
life of Christ’s Body, we begin to live our spirituality for others. In Confirmation we
receive a special grace by which our faith is deepened and strengthened, so that it
will be strong enough not only for our own needs but for the needs of others with
whom we shall try to share it.
At adolescence a child begins to assume the responsibilities of adulthood. He begins
to see his place in the total family picture and in the community at large. Similarly,
the confirmed Christian begins to see more clearly his responsibility to Christ for his
neighbor. He becomes deeply concerned with the welfare of Christ-in-the-world and the welfare of Christ-inhis-neighbor.
It is in this sense that Confirmation is a spiritual “growing up.” The confirmed Christian goes forth joyfully,
strong in his faith; he feels a continual concern for others. He feels a restless discontent unless he is doing
something worthwhile for others—something to ease their burdens in this life, and something to make more
secure their promise of life eternal. His words and his actions proclaim to those around him: “Christ lives, and
He lives for you.”
The essential part of the Confirmation rite is when the bishop or priest places his hand upon the head of each
individual. The bishop traces the sign of the cross on the person’s forehead—having first dipped his thumb in
the holy oil called chrism—and says, “Be sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.” The newly confirmed person
responds by saying, “Amen.” The Catechism of the Catholic Church lists the seven gifts as follows: Wisdom,
Counsel, Fortitude (courage), Knowledge, Piety (reverence) and Fear of the Lord (wonder and awe.)
Baptism united us with Christ and offered us our place in eternal life. Without Confirmation we can get to
heaven, but the going will be much rougher. If you never received the sacrament of Confirmation, I urge you to
call our RCIA directors, Kathy and Ben Prestia (number is in the directory of the bulletin) or call the Faith
Formation Office to see what you have to do to complete your sacraments.
Father Robert Fulton
ST. LOUISE DE MARILLAC NEWS & ACTIVITIES
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VESTIBULE PROJECT
WINE DISTRIBUTION
As we prepare to begin our Vestibule
Renovation on Monday, February 6th
we ask for your patience for the
interruption and inconvenience the
renovation will cause. The beginning
of the project will concentrate on the
vestibule and renovation of the
church restrooms. In the interim the restrooms in the
Msgr. Pierce Hall will be open and available for use.
St. Louise de Marillac will observe the flu season by not
distributing wine at any Mass beginning this weekend
until the flu season is over.
The vestibule project has been a long time coming with
many delays but I have to thank our parishioners who
have given and continue to give generously to the Capital
Campaign. Without you, the vision for the renovations
could not have gotten off the ground. If you would like to
donate to the project we welcome
your contribution. Please consider
giving on our parish web site
www.stlouisedm.org under the “Give”
tab on the right hand side.
Thank you for your support,
Father Robert Fulton
PRISON AND DETENTION MINISTRY
The Prison and Detention Ministry—Prayer and Support
Group will meet Thursday, February 9th from 7:00 PM to
8:30 PM in the St. Louise de Marillac Conference Room,
located in the Parish Center.
Our hope is that any members of our parish who have
loved ones or friends who are incarcerated will join us to
pray for them and to gather support from the parish.
Meetings are open to all members of our parish
community. As a parish community, we welcome all to
join us to give spiritual and emotional support to what is a
very stressful and isolating time for all involved.
All are welcome.
COMMUNION
If you are unable to attend Mass, Communion can be
brought to you. Please call our Parish Office and ask for
Sister Nancy at (626) 915-7873.
THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS
Together in Mission Campaign Launch “Be the Light of Christ”
Next weekend, the Together in Mission annual appeal will launch.
This is a great opportunity to put your love into action. At every
Mass we will hear from Antonio Felix from Nativity School in Los
Angeles, about the importance of sharing our gifts with others. We
are in this together—the mission of helping our fellow brothers
and sisters and we are all asked to share the light of Christ with
others. For those of you that have made gifts in the past, be on the
lookout for a special mailing from our Archdiocesan leaders asking
you to renew your gift.
Please mail in your gift directly to the Together in Mission office to
ensure that you’re counted among those that have answered this
vital call. Our parish has been tasked with raising $140,600. I am
confident that each of you will prayerfully consider sharing the
abundant gifts that God has shared with each of us.
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E-WASTE RECYCLING EVENT
Save the date. St. Louise de Marillac School is having the
Annual E-Waste Recycling Event on Saturday, March 4th
in the St. Louise de Marillac parking lot from 8:00 am until
4;00 pm. Please help the St. Louise Eighth Grade class by
bringing your old printers, computers,
keyboards,
modems,
routers,
calculators, DVD players, gaming
systems such as Wii, Xbox, etc. and
Lithium Ion Batteries. For a complete
list of items that will be accepted
please go to the St. Louise de Marillac
website at www.stlouisedm.org.
SCOUT SUNDAY
ST. LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL
100 DAYS
Friday, January 27th marked the
100th day of school. TK designed
t-shirts commemorating this. The
students were able to model their
shirts that displayed 100 of their
favorite things. It was fun to see
what each student put on their shirt
and what their favorite things are.
The students
shirt and said
their favorite
now only 80
school year!
Sunday, February 5th at the 11:00 am Mass
the Boy Scouts will celebrate Scout Sunday.
On this date we recognize the contributions
of young people and adults to Scouting and
they receive a special blessing. Any Scouts
who have earned Religious Medals (Light of Christ, Parvuli
Dei, Ad Altare Dei, Pope Pius XII and Light is Life) this year
will be presented with their medals during this Mass. All
Scouts must arrive to the front of the church by 10:45 am
to line up for the procession.
THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS
St. Louise de Marillac Robotics Team
The St. Louise de Marillac School Robotics team placed third overall
in their competition on Friday, January 27th. Here are some pictures
from the day highlighting their creation. Congratulations!
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FAITH FORMATION
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MARDI GRAS
SUMMER BIBLE CAMP VOLUNTEERS
Calling all parishioners! You are invited to participate in
the parish wide Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday,
February 28th in the Msgr. Pierce Hall. Bring a favorite
food to share with your parish community. Indulge in
some treats that you might be giving up for Lent. Doors
open at 5:30 pm for fellowship,
food and fun begins at 6:00 pm.
Come spend some time with your
fellow parishioners and learn
something about the season of
Lent.
Summer Bible Camp is seeking adult volunteers! Preschool
and Elementary Faith Formation are looking for adults
willing to volunteer the week of July 17 through 21, 2017.
Volunteers should enjoy working with campers (3 years old
to 5th grade) and youth volunteers (6th
grade through 12th grade). Training
will be provided. If you are looking for
more information, please call the Office
of Faith Formation at (626) 332-5822.
CONFIRMATION RETREAT
DATES TO REMEMBER
Complete calendar at
Our First Year Confirmation students are on retreat this www.stlouisedm.org/faith-formation.
weekend. Please keep the students, volunteers,
catechists, deacon and priest in your prayers.
Feb. 23rd
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Youth Day - Religious Congress
Feb. 28th
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Mardi Gras
April 22nd,
April 23rd

Confirmation Mass
SUMMER CAMP DONATIONS
Are you interested in helping out with this year’s Summer
Bible camp, but just cant’s be there for the week?
Summer Bible Camp is seeking gift cards to purchase
supplies for camp. Please contact the Office of Faith
Formation for details (626) 332-5822.
THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS
Welcome Teresa Culjak
My name is Teresa Culjak and I’ve just arrived from Sydney, Australia to commence the new position as the
Director of Faith Formation at St Louise de Marillac Catholic Parish.
For the past 17 years, I have been working in various roles for the Catholic Church at both a national and
international level. These roles have included working at Natural Family Planning, the Catholic Chaplaincy at the
University of Sydney and the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine for the Archdiocese of Sydney. I also hold a
Bachelor of Theology.
With a heart to bring His Kingdom, I’ve done various missionary work throughout Portugal, France, Netherlands,
Croatia and Ireland. I’ve served two years as a missionary in NET Ministries, and completed studies at the
Emmanuel School of Mission in Rome, Italy.
I welcome and am happy to receive any ideas or thoughts you may have regarding faith formation at the parish. I
am new to the country, city and parish and would love to meet you. Please feel free to visit the Faith Formation
Office and say hello.
I am unable to be at the Sunday Masses this weekend to greet each of you and introduce myself personally. This
weekend I will be away with the young people of the parish at their first Confirmation retreat. Please keep them in
your prayers as they seek the Lord who is Lord of all.
It is with great joy that I take on this new role as we journey together with Christ to build a civilization of love.
In prayer,
Teresa Culjak
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ST. LOUISE DE MARILLAC NEWS & ACTIVITIES
SCOUT BAKE SALE
SATURDAY EVENING CHOIR
Cub Scout Pack 457 is having their Annual Bake Sale on
Saturday, February 4th from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm and
Sunday, February 5th from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm after
the Mass. Help support Scouting by purchasing one of
our homemade baked goods.
Do you love singing at Mass? Are you looking for an
opportunity to serve your parish and church community
with your God given talents? The 5:30 pm Saturday Mass
Choir is looking for more singers! Previous singing
experience is desired but not necessary. Come and join
this dedicated group of fun-loving singers and musicians
that have been providing the music at this Mass for the
last fifteen years.
DINE OUT THANK YOU
If you are interested, or know someone who might be,
please contact Ryan Nearhoff at [email protected] or
please see Ryan after Mass on Saturday evenings. He
would love to have you join the choir!
Knights of Columbus Council #5271 would like to thank both parishes
and brother Knights for attending the Dine Out at Pizza n’ Stuff in
spite of the weather on January 23rd and 24th. Each Church will
receive a check for $100.00.
ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DINNER
Please save the date of Saturday, March 11th for the Knights Annual
St. Patrick’s dinner to be held in the Msgr. Pierce hall at St. Louise.
Flyers and tickets will be available soon. The dinner will provide a
$1,000.00 in scholarships to our St. Louise school students.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS DINE OUT
Knights of Columbus Dine Out is Monday, February 23th and
Tuesday, February 21st at Marie Callender’s Restaurant and Bakery
located at 1175 E. Alosta Avenue in Azusa, (626) 963-9475 from
7:00pm to closing. Marie Callender’s Restaurant will donate 20% on
all sit down and take out orders excluding specials. Flyers are
available in the vestibule and in the Parish Office, please
bring the flyer and present at the time of purchase.
STEWARDSHIP
The donation will apply to all food and beverages. It’s pie
month too!
Thank you for your generous stewardship. St. Louise appreciates
your support of our many programs and ministries.
IN MEMORIAM
Juan Luis Corcuera
Russell Wilson
Margaret Walenten
Ernest Braundwalder
Offertory for Sunday, January 29, 2017
2017
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ADULT SPIRITUALITY AND ENRICHMENT
THIS WEEKS HIGHLIGHTS
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU!
Once again this year St. Vincent de Paul services the needy in our community
during the holidays and winter months has been a huge success!!!
Thanks to overwhelming generosity of the St. Louise parish family we were
able to provide 44 complete Thanksgiving dinner baskets and 31 Christmas
baskets to those in need within our community. We also participated in the
annual Loaves and Fishes Interfaith dinner for the Homeless in Ontario as
well as the Pomona Day Laborers Center Christmas dinner. In addition we
have been using the “left-overs” to prepare hot meals for the Pomona
Armory Winter Homeless Shelter on the 1st Wednesday of each month
serving over 150 individuals each time.
With continued prayers and support the St. Louise Society of St. Vincent de
Paul conference and our entire parish family will continue:
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To have ears to hear “the cry of the poor.”
To have eyes “to seek the forgotten, the suffering or the deprived.”
To have hearts “to bring God’s love to the poor.
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PRAY FOR THE SICK
Please pray for those listed below who
are sick:
Virginia Adapon; Tere Albano; Sonny
Bernabe; Darlene Bertelsen; Betty
Briscoe; Matt Byers; Loretta Cady;
Lilia Corte; Max Daugherty; Joe
Escalera Sr. & Jr.; Mario Estanislao;
Pat Fallis; Camille Fisher; Carmen
Gonzalez; David Gonzalez: Manuel
Gonzalez: Debra Gordon; Pedro
Gutierrez; Suzanne Hanson; Lee
Hatch; Mary Howard; Alicia Kruger;
Nancy LaMascus; Adele Lui; Damacio
Marquez; Gloria Marquez; Patricia
Marquez; Carolyn Matone; Peter
McGinn; Rayna Morrison; Kathleen
Motter; John Murphy; Tracie Neria;
Frank Nila, Jr.; Saundra Nila; Victor
Nuñez; Wilhelmina Ondrade; Jess
Panlilio; Ronald Ploszaj; Michael
Reyes; Lou and Bridget Riegert:
Susan Schmaltz; Jennifer Sennett;
Julia Sermeno; Ferdinand Silveo;
Victor Sison; Ryan Solderidge; Mauro
Tongco; Chris Williams; Iva Vasilj; Al
Wurst; Melinda Zamora.
KEEP US UPDATED
Parishioners are asked to please
contact the Parish Center to have a
loved one placed on the list. For a
name to remain on the sick list,
please contact the Parish Office by
the 15th of every month. The names
of the sick and hurting will be
published weekly in our bulletin.
Thank you for your assistance in
helping us maintain the list, as it will
ensure those in need of prayer will
receive it.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Mondays & Fridays
Wednesdays
Saturdays
CONTACT INFORMATION
PASTORAL STAFF
Confessions:
7:30 AM to 7:55 AM
7:30 PM
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Monday, February 6, 2017
6:20 AM Daily Mass
8:00 AM Daily Mass
10:00 AM Monday Morning Prayer Group
CHURCH
CHURCH
SLMCFR
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
6:20 AM Daily Mass
8:00 AM Daily Mass
6:00 PM Living Stations Practice
6:30 PM Legion of Mary
7:00 PM Women of Faith Bible Study
7:00 PM SVDP Meeting
CHURCH
CHURCH
CHURCH
PCBR
8thGrade
YOUTHRM
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
6:20 AM Daily Mass
8:00 AM Daily Mass
7:00 PM RCIA
7:00 PM Annual Regional Finance Council Meeting
CHURCH
CHURCH
SLDMCR
MPHALL
Thursday, February 9, 2017
6:20 AM Daily Mass
8:00 AM Daily Mass
9:00 AM Rosary Making Group
10:00 AM Funeral (Ernest Braunwelder)
12:00 PM Thursday Bible Study
7:00 PM Detention Prison Meeting
CHURCH
CHURCH
PCBR
CHURCH
SLDMCR
SLDMCR
Friday, February 10, 2017
6:20 AM Mass
8:00 AM Mass
10:00 AM Funeral (MaryLou Wiedemann)
10:30 AM Fatima Prayer Group
6:00 PM Bingo
CHURCH
CHURCH
CHURCH
PCBR
MPHALL
Saturday, February 11, 2017
7:00 AM SVDP Brown Bag Lunches
8:00 AM Daily Mass
5:00 PM Respect Life Art Show
5:30 PM Evening Mass
MPR
CHURCH
MPHALL
CHURCH
Sunday, February 12, 2017
6:30 AM Mass
8:00 AM Mass
9:00 AM—6:00PM Respect Life art Show
9:30 AM Mass
11:00 AM Mass
12:30 PM Mass
2:00 PM Respect Life Dignitas Workshop
5:00 PM Mass
CHURCH
CHURCH
MPHALL
CHURCH
CHURCH
CHURCH
MPHALL
CHURCH
MPHALL—Msgr. Pierce Hall
MPR—Multi Purpose Room
SLDMCR—Conference Room PCBR—Parish Center Board Room
Rev. Robert Fulton, Pastor
(626) 915-7873 ext. 204
Fr. Joseph McShane, Associate Pastor
(626) 915-7873 ext. 203
Deacon Al Valles, Permanent Deacon
(626) 915-7873 ext. 225
Deacon Alan Holderness, Permanent Deacon
(626) 915-7873 ext. 206
Deacon Peter Brause, Permanent Deacon
(626) 915-7873 ext. 227
Deacon Omar Uriarte, Permanent Deacon
(626) 915-7873 ext. 228
MINISTRY STAFF
Sr. Nancy Uhl, SND de Namur, Pastoral Care,
Marriage, and Annulments
(626) 915-7873 ext. 212
Robert Kochis, Director of Music
(626) 915-7873 ext. 207
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Ray Elder, Business Manager
(626) 915-7873 ext. 205 l [email protected]
Susan Bugelli, Office Manager
(626) 915-7873 ext. 201 l [email protected]
PARISH SCHOOL
Dr. Denise Valadez, Principal
(626) 966-2317 ext. 310
Sue Reyes, Secretary
(626) 966-2317 ext. 301 l [email protected]
FAITH FORMATION
Teresa Culjak, Director of Faith Formation
(626) 332-5822 ext. 403
Toney Renteria, Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator
(626) 332-5822 ext. 405
Sheila Uriarte, Elementary Coordinator
(626) 332-5822 ext. 404
Cecilia Luna, Faith Formation Secretary
Kathy and Ben Prestia, RCIA (626) 963-1463
Faith Formation Hours
Monday - Thursdays/ 9 am - 6 pm
& Fridays / 9 am - 5 pm
(626) 332-5822
St. Louise de Marillac Parish Center
1720 E. Covina Blvd., Covina, CA 91724
www.stlouisedm.org
(626) 915-7873, Fax (626) 332-4431
Monday - Friday / 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday / 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday / 9 am - 2 pm
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WORSHIP AND LITURGY
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — If you share your food with the hungry,
provide housing for the homeless, then light shall break
forth upon you (Isaiah 58:7-10).
Psalm — The just man is a light in the darkness to the
upright (Psalm 112).
Second Reading — My message to you, says Paul, was
not clever words of wisdom but the proclamation of
Christ crucified (1 Corinthians 2:1-5).
Gospel — You are the salt of the earth, the light of the
world. In your good deeds your light shines before others,
leading them to glorify God (Matthew 5:13-16).
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass ©
1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy
Corporation. All rights reserved.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Gn 1:1-19; Ps 104:1-2a, 5-6, 10, 12, 24,
35c; Mk 6:53-56
Tuesday:
Gn 1:20 — 2:4a; Ps 8:4-9; Mk 7:1-13
Wednesday: Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17; Ps 104:1-2a, 27-28,
29bc-30; Mk 7:14-23
Thursday: Gn 2:18-25; Ps 128:1-5; Mk 7:24-30
Friday:
Gn 3:1-8; Ps 32:1-2, 5-7; Mk 7:31-37
Saturday: Gn 3:9-24; Ps 90:2-6, 12-13; Mk 8:1-10
Sunday:
Sir 15:15-20; Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34;
1 Cor 2:6-10; Mt 5:17-37 [20-22a, 27-28,
33-34a, 37]
DID YOU KNOW?
Reporting abuse is the right thing to do
Child abuse can happen anywhere, even in the home, and
for families placed in this horrible situation, reporting
abuse can be very difficult, but it is critical to do so in
order to protect children. Adults must first act to stop the
abuse by being alert to warning signs. If discovered,
report abuse to the proper authorities. For more
information on how to report abuse, request a copy of
the VIRTUS© article “When the Right Choice is Difficult”
Email [email protected] or call 213-637-7227.
For more information on other ways to keep kids safe, contact Linda
Filkins, the Parish Safeguard Committee Chairperson at (626) 2147846 or the Archdiocesan Safeguard the Children Office at (213) 637
-7227. For particular help, call the Victims Assistance Office at (213)
637-7650.
MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday, February 5th
6:30 am:
Ralph J. Allen, Jr. (RIP); Richard Rosner (RIP)
8:00 am:
Jack Lewis (RIP); Weldon Bennett (SI)
9:30 am:
David Gunderson (SI); Arthur Estrada (RIP)
11:00 am:
Joseph and Anna Philip (RIP)
12:30 pm:
Ryan Flores (SI); Jose Flores (SI)
5:00 pm:
St. Louise Parish Families (SI)
Monday, February 6th
6:20 am:
Pedro Cruz (RIP); Denise Garcia (RIP)
8:00 am:
Aida Guerrero (RIP); David Guerrero (RIP)
Tuesday, February 7th
6:20 am:
Maria Joselia Alberto (SI); Dorothy Carlson (RIP)
8:00 am:
Margarita Alvarez (RIP); Adrian Hernandes (SI)
Wednesday, February 8th
6:20 am:
Mark and Veronica Jabara (RIP)
8:00 am:
Rocco Cabral (SI); Leo Cabral (SI)
Thursday, February 9th
6:20 am:
Andrew B. Barrios (RIP); John Palos (SI)
8:00 am:
Teresa, Mary and Family (SI)
Friday, February 10th
6:20 am:
Sergio Cabibil, Sr. (RIP); Guillerma Cabibil (RIP)
8:00 am:
Margarita Alvarez (RIP); Guillermo Macias (SI)
Saturday, February 11th
8:00 am:
Michael Rodriguez Velasquez (RIP); Rosario Inducil (SI)
5:30 pm:
Purita Gumaru (RIP); Emiliano de Leon (RIP)
St. Dorothy Parish Mission
Why Lent?
A Time for Grace & Renewal
Nightly Mass with dynamic presentations
to help renew and reinvigorate your faith.
February 13th—16th at 7:00 pm
Refreshments provided
All are welcome!
Questions? Call (626) 914-3941 St. Dorothy Parish Office
241 S. Valley Center Avenue, Glendora 91741