Pastoral Staff/Parish Directory Claudia Avila Torres, Director of Evangelization/Adult Faith Formation Fred Balak, Director, Crypt Mausoleum Eileen Bonaduce, Business Manager Sr. Christine Bowman, O.S.F., Director of Cathedral Relations Frank Brownstead, Director of Music Deacon Gus Catipon, Director of Cathedral Outreach Margaret Chirivella, Volunteer/Tour Coordinator Isabel Loriente, Gift Shop Merchandise Manager Bea Martinez, Coordinator, Children s Tour Ramiro Montes, Facilities Manager Cecilia Mora, Wedding Coordinator Gabriela Esparza-Reitzell, Director of Liturgy Samuel S. Soria, Cathedral Organist Michelle Youssef, Director of Faith Formation Sacraments and Special Services Reconciliation: Monday Friday, 11:00am-12:00pm Please call the Parish Office at (213) 680-5200 regarding Mass Cards, Anointing of the Sick and Funerals. Please contact the Cathedral Pastor in writing regarding Weddings and Baptisms. Wedding dates must be reserved at least six months in advance. For more information, visit our website: www.olacathedral.org. Volunteer Opportunities at the Cathedral For information, visit our website: www.olacathedral.org. The Cathedral Gift Shop The Gift Shop features an ever-changing selection of sacred art, statues, Bibles, rosaries, devotional medals, cards and inspirational gifts for all occasions. Phone: (213) 680-5277 Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm; Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Please check the Cathedral website for extended special event hours: www.olacathedral.org. Shop online at www.olacathedralgifts.com for a selection of the store s offerings. All proceeds support the works of the Cathedral. Cathedral Tours Tours are free and available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 1:00pm., and Wednesday at 1:15pm. Meet on the lower plaza near the fountain. To schedule special organized group tours (for 10 or more), please call (213) 680-5215. Music at the Cathedral Sunday 10:00am Mass features the Cathedral Choir; Sunday 12:30pm Spanish Mass features the El Coro de la Catedrál. Free Organ Recitals every Wednesday at 12:45pm. If you are interested in joining one of the choirs, or for further information please call (213) 680-5205. Cathedral Outreach Ministries The Outreach Office is located on the corner of Temple and Hill Streets and is open Monday Wednesday-Friday, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. For more information or to donate, please call (213) 680-5231. Cathedral Crypt Mausoleum The Crypt Mausoleum is located on the lower level of the Cathedral. For information about interment, please call (213) 680-5226 or email mausoleuminfo@olacathedral.org Galero Grill Operated by Levy Restaurants, The Galero Grill offers breakfast and lunch items. Hours: Monday Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm Sunday: 7:00am-4:00pm. Please visit our website for extended special event hours: www.olacathedral.org. Levy Restaurants at the Cathedral Conference Center From small meetings to large gala s and weddings, box lunches to multiple course dinners, the Levy Team is on hand to assist with all your catering needs. For additional information, please call (213) 680-5271. Visit our website at www.cathedralcatering.com. Parking (Entrances on both Hill and Temple Streets.) Hours of Operation: Monday Friday: 5:30am-9:00pm (Hill St. entrance); 6:00am-9:00pm (Temple St. entrance) Saturday: 8:00am-8:00pm; Sunday: 7:00am-8:00pm. Monday Friday: 90 min. free validated parking with Mass attendance. Regular parking rates: $4 per 15 minutes, $18 max Saturday: $8.00 flat fee Sunday: 3-hours free with Mass attendance; $8.00 flat fee after 1:30pm. JOIN THE CATHEDRAL ASSOCIATES This exclusive membership organization of Cathedral donors helps to ensure that the Cathedral continues to thrive and grow in providing pastoral care, educational programming and outreach ministries for the community. Membership benefits include a Cathedral Gift Shop discount; parking pass; annual recognition on the Cathedral Associates Donor Wall; special members-only Mass and reception in the Residence; exclusive Lenten and Advent Liturgical Retreats with the Cathedral Pastor; reserved seating at select holiday liturgies; and more. To join or for additional information, please call (213) 680-5219. A Unique and Special Gift: DEDICATE A CATHEDRAL PAVING STONE The Cathedral floor is graced with over 60,000 paving stones each laid by hand. Celebrate births, baptisms, confirmations, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries or honor the memory of someone special. Information about this unique program is available throughout the Cathedral at the visitor s tables or at the Information Booth located on the Lower Plaza. To dedicate a paving stone or for more information, please call (213) 680-5219.
NOVEMBER 2015 NOVEMBER LITURGICAL EVENTS Nov 1 Solemnity of All Saints Nov 14 5:30 pm Young Adult Ministry Mass Nov 15 3:30 pm Vietnamese Mass Nov 22 5:00 pm Evening Prayer and Concert Nov 26 9:00 am Thanksgiving Day Mass (No 7:00 am or 12:10 pm Mass) Nov 29 First Sunday of Advent ORGAN RECITALS & DEMONSTRATIONS (Free on Wednesdays) Nov 4 12:45 pm Recital Samuel Soria Nov 11 12:45 pm Demonstration Samuel Soria Nov 18 12:45 pm Recital Samuel Soria Nov 25 No Recital Today - Happy Thanksgiving For information, contact Samuel Soria, Cathedral Organist ssoria@olacathedral.org To learn about our guest organists, visit: www.olacathedral.org and click on Wednesday Organ Recital link SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2015 AN ALL SOULS EVENING PRAYER & CONCERT FEATURING THE FAURÉ REQUIEM During the month of November, we come together to remember with thankfulness those we have known and loved who have died. This year, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels will celebrate the month of All Souls with Evening Prayer and a concert featuring the Fauré Requiem performed by the Cathedral Choir, Samuel Soria, organist and Frank Brownstead conductor. EVENING PRAYER - 5:00 PM CONCERT - 5:30 PM After the concert, the Choir will process to the Mausoleum, followed by all who wish to visit friends and family interred there. This inspirational event is free and open to the general public (no tickets are required). Secure parking is provided at the Cathedral for $8.00. For additional information visit the Cathedral website at www.olacathedral.org or call (213) 680-5205 Thank you to all who completed a commitment card October 11, 2015 during our JOYFUL LIVING, GRATEFUL GIVING campaign for 2015. Your generosity and support to the Cathedral is gratefully appreciated. If you were not here on Commitment Sunday, there is still a chance to complete a card. We don t want to leave you out! The commitment card is on our website, there are some available in the Cathedral where literature is displayed; or you may pick one up at the Cathedral office front desk. Also, the 10:00 am Commitment Sunday Mass was videotaped and you will be able to view it on-line at the Cathedral website: www.olacathedral.org. We will be sending you a letter confirming your commitment for this coming year. If you have any questions, please contact Sr. Christine at: cbowman@olacathedral.org or 213-680-5219. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is a welcoming community of prayer, worship and service seeking to teach and reconcile God s people through Jesus Christ. CATHEDRAL OUTREACH FOOD DRIVE For I was hungry and you gave me food As the number of families seeking food from our Cathedral Outreach Office continues to grow, we need your help. On Sunday, November 15th, after all the Masses, grocery bags will be distributed outside the Cathedral entrances. A list of needed items will be included with each bag. Please fill the bag with items from the list and return it to the Cathedral on Sunday, November 22 (food bins located at entrances) or on Thanksgiving Day at the 9:00 am Mass (food bins located near the altar). For more information, call Deacon Gus Catipon, Director of the Cathedral Outreach, at (213) 680-5225. Please join us on THANKSGIVING DAY MORNING AT 9:00 AM as we give thanks to God for the blessings in our lives. At the same time, we reach out to those in need and encourage everyone to bring non-perishable food items with them to Mass and place them in the food bins located near the altar. These items will replenish our Cathedral Outreach Food Pantry. Thank you! ADVENT SEASON / TIEMPO DE ADVIENTO 12/03 7:30 pm Obra Presentada por Latino Theater Company Our Lady of Guadalupe Dios Inantzin 12/04 7:30 pm Obra Presentada por Latino Theater Company Our Lady of Guadalupe Dios Inantzin 12/11 NOCHESITAS A NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CELEBRATION 7:30 pm Veneración de la reliquia de la tilma (hasta las 9:00 pm) Veneration of the Relic of the Tilma (until 9:00) 8:00 pm Danzantes (Plaza) Dancers (Plaza) 9:30 pm Danzantes (Cathedral) Dancers (Cathedral) 10:00 pm Rosario con el Coro Holy Rosary with Spanish Choir 10:30 pm Cantos con Mariachi y Serenata a la Virgen Mariachis and Songs to Our Lady of Guadalupe 12:00 am Misa de Media Noche - Mass (Midnight) 12/15 6:30 pm Simbang Gabi Mass, Filipino Tradition 12/19 7:00 am Adopt-a-Family Gathering on Plaza 7:30 am Adopt-a-Family Opening Prayer in Cathedral CATHEDRAL YOUNG ADULTS (C-YA) We are a welcoming, Catholic young adult community at the Cathedral, providing opportunities to experience and witness God's love by journeying together in faith through knowing, loving, serving and sharing God with others. All young adults are invited to attend these upcoming events: Nov 1 C-YA @ Mass: 9:30 am, Rosary in St. Vibiana Chapel 10:00 am, Mass in the Cathedral Nov 17 Nights of Discipleship Meeting Join us for an evening of faith sharing and fellowship with other young adults. 7:30 pm, Cathedral Conference Center Nov 21 Feeding the Homeless - Volunteer Service 7:00 am, St. Francis Center, Downtown LA Email: olacathedralyoungadults@gmail.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cathedralyoungadults
THIS MONTH AT THE CATHEDRAL GIFT SHOP CATHEDRAL GIFT SHOP - TRUNK SHOW Sunday, November 8th, 2015 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Located in front of the Gift Shop Another year of our Vendor Trunk show! This year it features one of our personal favorite Artist works, Kim Rust. Her line of Mosaics are each made with the love of repetitive design and pattern. Join us and meet some of the faces behind the designs. The Gift Shop will have a variety of products for you to learn about: Artisan Vintage Medals, The Vatican Library Collection, Mosaic art pieces, GodSwagg Apparel, and imported Catholic kilim tapestries!!! Don't miss out on this opportunity! Our 2015 Trunk show has something for everyone. NOVEMBER ALSO MARKS THE START OF ADVENT By celebrating Advent daily in our homes, we make this Christmas more meaningful! Quarter of a Century! The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels Adopt-A-Family Program celebrates twenty-five years of service and ministry! Our Adopt-A-Family Program brings hope to families living on Skid Row. Through the generosity of many volunteers and donors, the graces of our newborn Savior find their way to parents and children living in even the bleakest of neighborhoods. Won t you join us? Visit our website to learn ways you can participate: ww.olacathedral.org (click on the Adopt-A-Family link) Follow us on Facebook and Twitter: www.facebook.com/adoptafamilyla www.twitter.com/adoptafamilyla If you have any questions, please contact Lydia Gamboa at lgamboa@la-archdiocese.org; (213) 637-7501. Stop by the Gift Shop for Advent Candles and Wreaths, Advent prayer books, (for you and a friend), Nativities and more. Don t have time to stop by in person, visit us online at: www.olacathedralgifts.com The Cathedral Gift Shop is entirely owned and operated by the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. Your purchases directly benefit the Cathedral and its mission We are grateful for your patronage. CANONIZATION OF FRAY JUNÍPERO SERRA SPECIAL EXHIBIT The Cathedral continues to commemorate the Canonization of the Founder of the Church in California with special exhibits which include a series of original paintings of the California missions by Howard Anderson, as well as works by Mexican Painter Aurelio Mendoza and a newly commissioned piece by local artist Lalo Garcia. In the special chapel, visitors will see two Serra relics: a small piece of bone and a wine-colored stole he wore over his robes. We encourage all to visit the chapel, light a candle and offer a prayer to our newest saint. All exhibits can be found in the South Ambulatory of the Cathedral - located inside the Bronze Doors. LAID TO REST IN OUR CATHEDRAL MAUSOLEUM IN SEPTEMBER 2015 Chung Sa Park Frank Crean Philomena Song Son May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. PRACTICING CATHOLIC MEN, 18 AND UP! The Cathedral Council of the Knights of Columbus wants YOU! Imagine a social environment where you can serve God in His Church, meet like-minded friends, and provide for your loved ones' future - a place where you can deepen your love and knowledge of the Faith, your country, and your community! The Knights of Columbus is just that and more! Since 1882, the Knights of Columbus have saved lives and changed lives. For information on the Knights and how you can be a part of this historic group, contact Don Keegan at colakofc2540@yahoo.com DID YOU KNOW Archdiocese implements strict policies for children s safety The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has implemented rigorous policies and procedures to provide a safe environment in our parishes and parish schools for all children and young people. These include: Zero Tolerance; Guidelines for adults working or volunteering with minors; Archdiocese of Los Angeles boundary guidelines for junior high and high school youth working or volunteering with children or youth; and Megan s Law compliance procedures. To view these and other policies visit: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting. SABIA USTED? La Arquidiócesis implementa políticas estrictas para la seguridad de los niños La Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles ha implementado políticas y procedimientos rigurosos para garantizar que nuestras parroquias y escuelas ofrezcan un ambiente seguro para todos los niños y jóvenes. Estos incluyen: Cero tolerancia; Pautas para adultos que son empleados o voluntarios en programas con menores; Pautas sobre los límites de contacto de la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles para jóvenes de junior high y high school que son empleados o voluntarios con niños o jóvenes; y Procedimientos para el cumplimiento de la Ley de Megan. Para ver éstas y otras políticas visite: http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting
Personal Pastoral/Directorio Parroquial Claudia Avila Torres, Directora de Evangelización y Formación de Adultos Fred Balak, Director del Mausoleo Cripta Eileen Bonaduce, Gerente de Negocios Hermana Christine Bowman, OSF, Directora de Relaciones Frank Brownstead, Director de Música Deacon Gus Catipon, Director de Servicios Communitarios Margaret Chirivella, Coordinadora de Voluntarios/Excursiónes Isabel Loriente, Gerente de Mercancia, Giftstore Bea Martinez, Coordinadora de Excursiónes par Niños Ramiro Montes, Gerente de las Instalaciones Cecilia Mora, Coordinadora de Bodas Gabriela Esparza-Reitzell, Directora de Liturgia Samuel S. Soria, Organista de la Catedral Michelle Youssef, Directora de Formacion de Fe Sacramentos y Servicios Especiales Reconciliación: Lunes a Viernes, de 11:00am-12:00pm Bodas/Bautizos: Por favor comuníquese con nuestro Pastor en escrito con respecto a bodas y bautizos. Las fechas para bodas se tienen que reservar por lo menos con seis meses de anticipación. Servicios Especiales: Por favor llame a la oficina de la parroquia al (213) 680-5200 para tarjetas de misa, ungimiento de los enfermos y funerales. Oportunidades para Voluntarios en la Catedral Para servir en la Catedral como voluntario, por favor llame al (213) 680-5215. Tienda de Regalos de la Catedral Nuestra tienda ofrece una gran selección de regalos religiosos, de inspiración y de colección. Tenemos biblias, libros de temas espirituales y más Horario: Lunes a Viernes de 9:00am a 4:30pm Sábado de 10:00am a 5:30pm; Domingo de 9:00am a 5:30pm Ubicado en la plaza por su conveniencia o, visítenos por Internet: www.olacathedralgifts.com Visitas a la Catedral Las visitas a la Catedral, tours, son gratis y están disponibles a la comunidad de Lunes a Viernes a la 1:00 p.m. y los Miércoles a la 1:15 pm. Para programar una visita organisada especial, por favor llame al (213) 680-5215. Música en la Catedral Coros: Nuestros coros de la Catedral participan en las misas de los Domingos, con el Cathedral Choir en la misa de 10:00am en Ingles, y el Coro de la Catedral en la misa de las 12:30pm, en Español. Si usted está interesado en ser parte de uno de los coros, o si desea más información, por favor llame al (213) 680-5205. Recitales/Conciertos: La Catedral ofrece recitales de órgano cada miércoles a las 12:45pm. Para información sobre conciertos, o eventos especiales musicales, visite nuestra página de internet, www.olacathedral.org. Ministerio de Asistencia La oficina de Asistencia está ubicada en la esquina de las calles Temple y Hill. La oficina está abierta el lunes, miercoles y viernes, 8:30am-12:00pm. Para más información o para hacer donaciones, por favor llame al (213) 680-5231. Mausoleo Cripta de la Catedral El Mausoleo Cripta está ubicado en la planta baja de la Catedral. Para información sobre entierros, por favor llame al (213) 680-5226 Galero Grill Operado por el Restaurante Levy, el Galero Grill ofrece desayuno y almuerzo. Horario: Lunes a Viernes de 7:00am a 4:00pm Domingo: 7:00am-4:00pm Visite nuestra página de red para información sobre horarios prolonga-dos para eventos especiales: www.olacathedral.org. Los Restaurantes Levy en el Centro de Conferecias de la Catedral Operado por el Restaurante Levy, nuestro centro de conferencias ofrece salones elegantes para todo tipo de evento. Nuestros salones acomodan banquetes, reuniones, conferencias para grupos grandes y pequeños. Para reservar y más información, por favor llame al (213) 680-5273. Visite la página web www.olacathedral.org para ver los horarios de eventos especiales. Estacionamiento en la Catedral Las entradas al garaje del estacionamiento están ubicadas en las calles Hill y Temple. Horas hábiles: Lunes a Viernes de 5:30 am-9:00pm (Entrada Hill Street) y 6:00am 9:00pm (Entrada Temple Street) Sábados de 8:00am-8:00pm; Domingos de 7:00am-8:00pm. Validación para misas selectas: Lunes a Viernes: Al asistir a la misa,el estacionamiento con validación es gratis por 90 minutos. Domingos: 3 horas gratis al asistir a la misa. Tarifa de estacionamiento: Lunes a Viernes: $4/15min, $18 max. Sábados: $8 tarifa fija; Domingos: $8 tarifa fija después de las 1:30pm.