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WHAT'S NEW AT OLPH
Pending
WISH LIST: AED FOR USE IN THE CHURCH /strong>We have been exploring the possibility of purchasing an automated external defibrillator (AED) for the church and training people in its use so that this life-saving device could be employed to assist parishioners who have an attack of arrhythmia while attending services. The price of an AED, including training in its use, is approximately $2,300. We are seeking donors to assist in underwriting this cost. For further information, please feel free to contact Deacon Terry at the Pastoral Center. To make a donation for this purpose, simply place your donation in an envelope marked AED make and drop it by the Pastoral Center or place it in the collection. If you wish to write a check, please make it out to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church and put AED in the memo line. Thank you.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SPRING RAFFLEOur Spring raffle is coming up and this year we need the help of volunteers to stuff envelopes. We have scheduled the Serra Room in the Pastoral Center for the evenings of: Monday, April 22, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tuesday, April 23, 6:30-7:30 pm, and Thursday, April 25, 6:30-7:30 pm, if needed. Volunteers may work only one night, or two, or all three –whatever fits your schedule. If you are able to volunteer, please call Jim Aust, coordinator of the raffle, at (440) 223-9679. Thank you.
Saturday, April 27
Baby Shower OLPH Family Circle is hosting their 24th Annual Baby Shower on Saturday, April 27. We sponsor expectant women and new moms from our SCV community in need of help preparing for their new baby. If you would like to donate baby supplies to support these moms who chose life for their babies, please see the Family Circle Booth following Masses the weekend of April 13/14 to pledge a gift. For more information, to donate large items, or to volunteer with the shower please contact Karen Ruballo (661) 260-1642.
Sunday, April 28 after the 7:00, 8:30, and 10:30 am Masses
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PANCAKE BREAKFAST The Knights of Columbus will be having a pancake breakfast on Sunday, April 28 after the 7:00, 8:30, and 10:30 am Masses. Traditional breakfast and breakfast burritos will be served.
Sunday, April 28 after the 8:45, 10:30 and 12:15 Masses in the garage
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC The OLPH Health Ministry will hold a Blood Pressure Clinic on Sunday, April 28 after the 8:45, 10:30 and 12:15 Masses in the garage, We will also be offering Sidewalk CPR training. Performing CPR can increase the chances of survival when the heart stops. Come have your BP checked and learn how to help save a life with hands only CPR training.
Monday, April 29th and Tuesday, April 30th at 7:00 pm
TAKING THE INITIATIVE IN MANAGING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE At 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29 (in English) and Tuesday, April 30 (in Spanish), OLPH will host informational seminars about the process of estate planning for Catholics. This free seminar will last 90 minutes and refreshments will be served. Representatives from the Archdiocese along with an estate attorney and financial planner will be joining us to discuss these important topics: • How to avoid costly probate fees, • the great value for individuals and couples to prepare a Will and Trust, • guardianship of minor children and those with special needs, • Catholic teaching on advance healthcare directives, • vehicles and tools for charitable giving. We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity and put this date on your calendars. To reserve a seat please call the Pastoral Center (661) 259-2276 or email bella@olphscv.org. More information will be provided in the coming weeks.
1st Friday, May 3
The Holy Hour of Adoration On 1st Friday, May 3, the Holy Hour of Adoration with Benediction and Reparation of “THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS” has been moved to 4:00 P.M. instead of the usual time (6:00 p.m.)
July 8-12th
Tour of the Relic of St. Jude the Apostle Monday, May 6, at St. Kateri Tekakwitha, veneration of the relic begins at 2:00 p.m., special Mass in honor of St. Jude at 7:00 p.m. veneration ends at 10:00 p.m. visit: www.ApostleOfTheImpossible.com for complete details.
Sunday, May 12th
MOTHERS’ DAY IS MAY 12 As a way to express our love for our beloved mothers, we will be having our traditional Mothers’ Day Novena of Masses. For nine days, starting Mothers’ Day, Masses will be dedicated to mothers, grandmothers and all others who have played motherly roles in our lives. You can remember any dear mother, living or deceased, by using one of the special Mothers’ Day envelopes in the pews and back vestibule. All you have to do is write in their names, include a donation, and drop the envelope in the collection basket or at the Pastoral Center.
June 17 -21 and June 24-28
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPLooking for some summer fun in SCV? OLPH School is proud to offer two exciting weeks of SUMMER SCHOOL for TK-8th graders June 17 -21 and June 24-28. Classes are open to the public and registration is available for both half and full day sessions. Come join in on the fun and choose from a variety of courses including 3-D printing, cheer, sewing, STEM, TK and Kinder Readiness, as well as a variety of academics, arts and crafts and athletics. Spaces are filling up quickly so go to the OLPH School website at olphsc.org to book your spot now!
July 8-12th
Vacation Bible School Vacation Bible School (VBS) is back at OLPH from July 8- 12, 2024. We are recruiting a team for this wonderful event for our children. We’re in need of Station Leaders, Crew Leaders, and Volunteers for other valuable roles like Publicity Coordinator, Family Resource Coordinator, Decoration Coordinator, etc. If you’re interested in sharing Jesus’ light and love to children then VBS is for you. Call Iris Samson at the Religious Education Office at 661-259-4266 for more information.
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LIVESTREAM OPERATORS NEEDED Every Sunday, we livestream Mass at 10:30 in English and at 12:15 in Spanish for those who are sick or otherwise unable to participate in person. Right now, we have two people who help us in providing this service. One of those volunteers will no longer be able to provide this service. We are looking for several more volunteers to assist with this ministry. No experience or technical background is needed, and we will provide training. For more information about this possibility, please contact Mnason Abrot at (661) 259-2276 or by email: mnusic@olphscv.org Thank you.
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Make Confetti Eggs for the BBQ Come make confetti eggs for the annual parish BBQ in the Church Hall from 7:00-8:00 pm on the following dates: Tuesday, February 13, Tuesday, March 12, Tuesday, April 16, Tuesday, May 21, Tuesday, June 11, Tuesday, July 23, Tuesday, August 13, Tuesday, September 10. Contact Cheri Whelan at 661-904-6027 if you have any questions. Thank you!
Ongoing
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GOLF TOURNAMENT The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus is holding a Golf Tournament in May to benefit Veterans Organization. Please contact Francisco Gomez at 818-233-3498 for dates and more information.
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. or Fridays at 9:30 a.m.
GOSPEL HANGOUT IS BACK! Bishop David O'Connell is one of the founders of Gospel Hangout, he states. “Gospel Reflection Process as part of parish life. This is the best way I know to build spiritual unity among our people". Gospel hangout is reading the gospel for the upcoming weekend, mediation on it, and giving your own perception on what it is telling you in your life now. This is not a bible study. If you're curious and just want to come and try it out, here are the times and below. Join us via Zoom. Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. ID:823-8035-7703 or Fridays at 9:30 a.m. ID:810-5591-6586 zoom password for both sessions: ourlady. Any questions call Darlene at 661-254-8584.
Ongoing
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS OLPH School is now accepting applications for TK thru 8th grade for the school year beginning August 2024. OLPH upholds the legacy of a rigorous Catholic education emphasizing the four pillars of Faith, Academics, Discipline and Leadership. Our dedicated and committed faculty consists of credentialed teachers, many of whom hold master’s degrees in Education. Reading is paramount across all grades with even our transitional kindergarten students reading by the second semester. In junior high students engage in classic literature exploring plot concepts, themes and character development. OLPH takes pride in a strong math and science program – 8th grade students graduate prepared to tackle Geometry in the 9th grade. For more detailed information, we invite you to check out our website (www.olphsc.org) where applications are available, too. If this educational approach interests you, please feel free to call us 661-259-1141 to schedule a tour.
ONGOING
CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION CONTINUES TO BE OPEN! Registration is still open for first year students for Confirmation. Confirmation is a two-year program. Students must be entering 9th grade or higher in the fall. Classes are offered in both English and Spanish. Please see the OLPH website >Education>Confirmation Program Youth> for registration links. Registration information for second year students has been emailed or texted. If you need further assistance, please contact the Confirmation office at 661-382-9501.
ONGOING
Legion of Mary The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members, developed by prayer and service. The spirit of the Legion of Mary is that of Mary herself. We meet weekly on Mondays at 6pm. Pray the rosary together and discuss what works we have done the previous week(evangelizing, home visitations,etc.). We welcome men and women practicing Catholics with love and respect. Please call Darlene at 661-254-8584
First Saturday of the month
TRI-PARISH SINGLE, DIVORCED AND WIDOWED SUPPORT GROUP You are invited to the meeting of the Tri-Parish SDW Support Group at the Pastoral Center of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 23045 Lyons Avenue on Thursday, March 2nd, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (park behind the Pastoral Center). Please call Jocelyn at 259-4104 or Julia at 259-3901. Our purpose is to support and help our fellow Christians in time of need.
First Saturday of the month
Veteran's Prayer Ministry at OLPH The Veteran’s Prayer Ministry meet every first Saturday of the month at 12:00 noon to pray the Rosary for our Veterans at the Veterans Wall at Eternal Valley in Newhall. This is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate our love and respect for our Veterans.
ONGOING
THE HEALING HANDS PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRYThe Healing Hands Prayer Shawl Ministry crochets shawls for those in need of physical, emotional or spiritual healing. They are a tangible way to feel God's peace, presence and love. The shawls have been blessed and are considered Sacramentals. If you or someone you know would like to have a Prayer Shawl, please contact Cristy Ropp at 661-799-7802.
ONGOING
WISH LIST- STAINED GLASS REPAIR The response to our wish list requests for assistance in restoring the most distressed panels of our stained glass has been heartwarming. As you have noticed, the broken stained-glass window of the Empty Tomb on Easter morning has already been restored and reinstalled in the northeast entry door of the church. We are hoping to restore some of the panels on four other windows that need significant attention (the St. Clare, Annunciation, Nativity and Baptism of Jesus windows). So far, we have received $7,010 toward the total of $10,600 needed for their restoration. Given this generous response, we have signed the contract to start the work on the St. Clare window (located in the vestibule facing Lyons, originally a gift from Mary Becker and Family) and the Nativity window (on the east side, second from the back, originally donated in memory of Joseph Curtin). We hope that work may begin in the next few weeks. We are hoping that some additional parishioners might be willing to contribute to the restoration of the Annunciation and Baptism of Jesus windows. We would appreciate any donations, large or small, for this purpose. To assist in this project, make your check out to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church with “stained glass” in the memo line, and give that either to Father Craig or Deacon Terry. For further information, please call one of them at the Pastoral Center (661) 259-2276. Thank you.
