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COLUMBA CATHOLIC CHURCH

March 16, 2014 Second Sunday of Lent

SAN DIEGO

Matthew 25
Thank you to all parishioners who have contributed rice and beans for our sister parish in Tijuana, Cristo Redentor. The poorest of the poor in that community are very appreciative of our donations. Now that we are getting some rain, will you also consider donating a blanket (new or used and clean) that can be taken to the members of that neighborhood? Our Matthew 25 group will be sure they are delivered to those who can really use them. There are large collection boxes at the front entrance to the church. God bless you for your generosity.

Pastors Corner
DESTINED FOR GREATNESS AND GLORY
The three stories in the readings today lead to one common direction. Abram was called to leave of his comfort zone and go to an unfamiliar place, with the promise of Gods blessing. Paul spoke about the call to holiness in Christ by bearing hardships for the gospel, and this too comes with grace and blessing. Amidst the fears and doubts of His followers, Jesus revealed His divine identity in His transfiguration. The son of a carpenter now is revealed as the Son of God. In these three stories, the ultimate destiny of those called by God is greatness and glory. Transfiguration is the glorification of the self, revealing our future and showing us the best version of ourselves. The Transfiguration of Jesus reveals Him as God shining in His glory. It is a foretaste of heaven. It speaks about the future when every longing of the soul will find their fulfillment upon the realization of Gods plan for His children. God has destined us for greatness and glory, but oftentimes we settle for less. We live as if we were born just to play football, enjoy movies and parties on weekend, work hard and buy all we want, retire and enjoy cruising and seeing the world. There is more to life than these. God does not want us to enjoy only for eight or ten decades of life. We are destined for eternity, for an endless enjoyment with God. The transfiguration of Jesus is a reminder that every human concern should always find their ultimate connection to eternal life. This also means that whatever hardships and darkness we experience on earth, we always hope for greatness and glory because of Him who loved us and gave Himself for our salvation.

Missionary Guest
Next weekend at all Masses we will welcome a nun from the Immaculate Mary Queen of Heaven missionaries. Their charism is to rescue women and children victims of prostitution and help break the cycle of poverty.

Soup and Scripture

This year we will enjoy a beautiful DVD series called Catholicism, hosted by Fr. Robert Barron.

Wednesday, March 19th 6:00 p.m., Parish Hall

Lenten Collection
Next weekend is designated for the 2014 Annual Lenten Collection, which supports Catholic Relief Services and the Church in Africa and Latin America. Special pink envelopes will be available in the pews.

Mass Intentions for the Week

MONDAY, MARCH 17 7:00 amME Gaye Harkay TUESDAY, MARCH 18 7:00 amME Joe Kloberdanz WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 7:00 amEC Betty Conners THURSDAY, MARCH 20 7:00 amME In Thanksgiving FRIDAY, MARCH 21 7:00 amME Intentions of Annie Keller 8:15 amME Priests intention SATURDAY, MARCH 22 8:00 amME Janie DuPr 5:30 pmME People of the Parish SUNDAY, MARCH 23 7:30 amME Nick Santiago 9:30 amME Pauline Tonkery 5:30 pmEC Jason Ahrens
EC=Fr. Edward Corcoran, ME=Fr. Mario Elias

Readings for the Week

Mon: Tues: Wed: Dn 9:4-10/Ps 79:8-9,11,13/Lk 6:36-38 Is 1:10,16-20/Ps 50:8-9,16-17,21,23/Mt 23:1-12 2 Sm 7:4-5,12-14,16/Ps 89:2-5,27,29/ Rom 4:13,16-18,22/Mt 1:16,18-21,24 Thurs: Jer 17:5-10/Ps 1:1-4,6/Lk 16:19-31 Fri: Gn 37:3-4,12-13,17-28/Ps 105:16-21/ Mt 21:33-43,45-46 Sat: Mi 7:14-15,18-20/Ps 103:1-4,9-12/Lk 15:1-3,11-32 Sun: Ex 17:3-7/Ps 95:1-2,6-9/Rom 5:1-2,5-8/Jn 4:5-42

PLEASE PRAY for the following who are ill, their families and those who care for them:
Jim Bowerman, Jan Chandler, Jacqueline Cortez, Donna Brozovic DeLaTorre, Debra Drake, Thomas Dunne, Bruce Elizondo, Gigi Esguerra, Donna Fink, Lee Howard, Karen Hughes, Cheryl Hunter, Claudia Jarrell, Arlene Nave, Doris Oliver, Pat Oliver, Feliciana Rebujio, Gene Ripley, Steve Romero, Julie Turek, Fr. John Van Deerlin

SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT

MARCH 16, 2014

Palm Sunday Brunch

Sunday, April 13 Palm Sunday Brunch and Easter egg hunt. Sponsored by the Men's Club and Youth Group. 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Hall. More information in coming weeks.

Monthly Schedule
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: 2nd Saturday of month, Daily Chapel, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. Holy Hour for Life with chaplet of Divine Mercy, 2:30-3:30 pm. ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. BIBLE SHARING: Mondays, 8:00-9:30 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 during the 9:30 am Mass in the Preschool; for infants and children up to four years of age. For more information, call (858) 279-0161.

New Website!
See our beautiful, new web site, created by TwinBees! http://www.stcolumbachurchsandiego.com

CULTURE OF LIFE MINISTRY: For information, call Louise Holland at 619-316-7498. DIVINE MERCY DEVOTION: Mondays and Fridays at 3:00 p.m. in the Daily Chapel (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. Call Robin at (858) 277-3861 for more information. GREETERS/USHERS: Terry Foster at 858-427-7178. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Council #1349. Round Table, Richard Portugal. For information call (858) 279-8731. LAY APOSTLES for JESUS CHRIST RETURNING KING: 2nd Tuesday of 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 6:00 p.m. in the Music Room. All men of the parish are welcome and encouraged to join. Contact Ed Ancmon at 858-356-8111. 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 prayer, discussion and donuts. PRAYER MEETING: 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. ROSARY MAKERS: First Thursday of every month, at 2:00 p.m. in the Ministry Center. Call Teresa Kleinpeter for more info at 858-277-6240. 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.

Mens Club Fish Fry

Saturday, March 29th 4:00-7:00 pm

School News
SPRINGEST 2014! - April 5th, 10:00 am-7:00 pm $1,000 Opportunity Drawing Games Booths & Inflatables Food & Entertainment Purchase tickets in school office. Opportunity Draw only $10/chance. Advertise your business on a booth for as little as $25. More info at (858) 279-1882. RECYCLE, RECYCLE, RECYCLE! Bring plastic bottles and aluminum cans to drop off at the recycling bins located near the end of the Ministry Center. PANCAKE BREAKFAST! Sunday, March 16th after the 7:30 & 9:30 Masses. Tuition Assistance Fund: Year-round fundraiser. There are yellow envelopes in your monthly envelope set as well as in the pews. Thank you for your on-going generosity. Make payable to St. Columba School. Box Tops for Education: Keep sending in your Box Tops each Sunday! Its great to see how many parishioners are supporting the school each week. Look for Box Tops cut-outs on many household products.