Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church
Welcome! We are glad you are here to worship with us.
April 15, 2012 – Second Sunday of Easter
TODAY’S Liturgical Ministers:
Servers
8:00 a.m.
Bp Peter Hickman
Fr Tony Bomkamp
Mandy Bennett
Jay Thompson
Thom Rollins
Ushers
Mike and Gay Smith
Proclaimers
Victoria Anderson
Steve Smith
Meghan Domer
Presider
Homilist
Deacon(s)
Eucharistic
Ministers
Next Week's Liturgical Ministers:
8:00 a.m.
Presider/Homilist Bp Peter Hickman
Concelebrant
Deacon
Mandy Bennett
Servers
Guy Erskine
Ushers
Winkie Sonnefield
Proclaimers
Marylou Madriaga
Wendy Rollins
Thom Rollins
Eucharistic
Ministers
10:30 a.m.
Bp Peter Hickman
Fr Tony Bomkamp
Nancy Sladack
Liz Wessel
Atlantis Perez
Jasmine Tronco
Cynthia Crane
Jim Crane
Michael Hodges
Emmie Florendo
Jennie Guida
Ann Marie Bills
Fr George Florendo
10:30 a.m.
Bp Peter Hickman
Fr George Florendo
Jay Thompson
Jane Pritchett
Angelica Tronco
Atlantis Perez
Jennie Guida
John Deane
Tony Battaglia
Merry Battaglia
Emmie Florendo
Jeanne Blum
Fr Toting Tronco
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Both Wine and Grape Juice for Communion
At Saint Matthew Church, we believe that all who are drawn to
the Table of the Lord should be welcomed and fed abundantly.
For this reason, we will consecrate both wine and grape juice at
our liturgies. You are welcome to receive in the species that
makes you most comfortable while remembering that receiving
the Body of Christ in any portion is reception in full. You may
receive the consecrated wine by either intinction (dipping the
host) or by drinking from the chalice. You may receive the
consecrated grape juice only by intinction. Please do not drink
from the cup of grape juice.
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A Note from Bishop Peter
on Honoring Sacred Space
As we enter the church, we remember that we are entering a house
of prayer and worship, a place of solace and grace. This is sacred
space so enter reverently, pray quietly, sing joyfully, listen
attentively, give cheerfully, and come back gladly. We look
forward to getting to know you so we invite you to join us in the
Parish Hall immediately following Mass for conversation.
Today’s Readings
Acts 4:32-35; 1 John 5:1-6; John 20:19-31
Gospel Summary
Because they still did not understand all that Jesus had told them, the
disciples were huddled together, frightened, in a room. The doors
locked, notwithstanding, Jesus entered the room and greeted the
disciples with a sign of peace. Some have interpreted this sign of
peace as more than the “all be well with you,” variety but more of the
“shalom” type which entails a perfect harmony with God. In any case,
the disciples received the Holy Spirit and came to understand the
peace Jesus intended. The authority and power to forgive sins was also
given to the Church at that time. It happened that Thomas was not
with the disciples when Jesus appeared, but the following week, Jesus
returned and Thomas was present. He would only believe what he had
heard about Jesus’ appearance if he could touch the wounds in Jesus’
body. Jesus invited Thomas to do so, but also told him that the people
who believed without seeing or touching were truly blessed.
Reflection for Families
Our children often come to us frightened about one thing or another.
It is our job to calm their fears and generally we do a pretty good job.
But sometimes, our doubts or concerns are the same as theirs. When
this happens, we’re not always sure how to answer them. And after
reading today’s gospel, we may think that our faith is not strong
enough. But doubt does not necessarily mean a lack of faith.
Sometimes the best thing we can do is tell our children that we wonder
about the same things they do and then together think about how our
faith helps us answer the concern. Generally, these conversations
revolve around a serious illness or death in the family and what
happens when we die. It’s not “lack of faith” that causes us to not
know. It is a lack of knowledge because, it’s true, none of us knows
exactly.
Bringing the Gospel into Your Family
Since this gospel passage reminds us that the Church received the
power to forgive our sins, this might be a good time to talk about
reconciliation as a family and how receiving forgiveness–from one
another or through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, helps us heal and
grow. If your family did not celebrate the sacrament during Lent, this
might be a good time to go to Reconciliation as a family.
Discussion Starters
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I’m a lot like Thomas because…
I was afraid, but felt the peace of Jesus when…
The best part about forgiving—or being forgiven—is…
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3X3
April 22, April 29, May 6
Reading the Bible Today – 3 voices, 3 Sundays
3 presentations and panel discussions with
Fr. Tony Bomkamp, Fr. Frank Munoz, Tony Battaglia
9:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall
2012 Parish Council
Steve Smith, Moderator (714) 973-4939 stesad@hotmail.com
Victoria Anderson (714) 879-8273
vanderson1960@sbcglobal.net
Ann Marie Bills
(714) 356-3416
annmarie.bills@gmail.com
Guy Erskine
(714) 585-2919
g.man.reborn@gmail.com
Jennie Guida
(714) 639-7692
jagdalite@earthlink.net
Michael Hodges (714) 390-3062
mchldvd5chh@aol.com
Tom Myers
(714) 996-4124
jayhawkpe@yahoo.com
Margaret Sanders (949) 709-1090
msanders@tustin.k12.ca.us
Bea Tiritilli
(714) 532-2714
bea-gerald@sbcglobal.net
A Note from Diane Vecchione
Wanted: Acrylic Yarn
I belong to the Sew What? Group at our retirement community in
Banning. There are 25 ladies who crochet, knit and sew items that
are donated to local charities. Baby hat and bootie sets with
blankets are given to our local hospital. Boo-Boo Bunnies are
given to the Child Care Consortium, along with nap blankets.
Helmet liners are given to the USO for our troops overseas. Lap
robes, wheelchair and walker bags and pillows, blankets and
The next Parish Council meeting will be Wednesday, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. The “chemo” hats are donated to the VA Hospital in Loma Linda. We
meeting is open to any member of the community who would like to attend.
also make hats for the teenage children at Child Help in
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Outreach Ministries
yarn to make all of the above items. Thank you in advance for any
SHARING SUNDAY: Once a month, from 5:30-7:00 p.m., we take a home-cooked meal donation you are able to make. Yarn may be left with Kathryn or
along with love and joy to share with the residents of EMMANUEL HOUSE, a transitional
residential home in Santa Ana for men and women living with HIV/AIDS. Please contact sent to my home address: 572 Brooklawn Drive, Banning, CA
Liz Wessel, (714) 309-0124, tizmzliz55@att.net, for additional information. Our next 92220
Sharing Sunday is April 29.
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Special Occasions
PHOENIX FAMILIES: We sponsor abused/neglected children and needy families in the
Orange County area by providing canned/dry foods, diapers, and hygiene products (soap, Happy April birthday wishes to:
shampoo, etc.) to Family Support Network. All donated items go directly to help families
JoAnn Avent
that are making positive changes in their lives and the lives of their children. We encourage
everyone to participate by bringing any of the above-mentioned donated items to church on
Scott Emery
Sunday, presented during the giving of our tithes and offerings.
INTERFAITH SHELTER NETWORK: This is a moving shelter for the working homeless of
Orange County. The residents of the shelter move about every two weeks to a hosting
church, where they stay and receive the assistance of meals and assistance in locating
jobs. Other items needed are: soap, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes,
bathroom tissue, shampoo, conditioner, combs, and brushes. There is a container in
the Parish Hall to put these items in. For questions or more information, please see
Michael Hodges.
POP TABS from canned drinks are collected and given to Children’s Hospital of Orange
County who will turn them into $$ and donate the amount to the Orange County Ronald
McDonald House.
SIMBAYAN (a combination of two Filipino words: SIMBA, meaning worship; and BAYAN
meaning community) is one of the service ministries of Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic
Church. The main pastoral objectives of SIMBAYAN are:
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To respond to the plight of the Filipino Health Caregivers in Orange County
(FHCOC) who are in need of opportunities to celebrate their cultural heritage,
tradition and religious beliefs
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To create a comprehensive approach to the common issues of FHCOC with
their employers and work environment
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To empower FHCOC to be significant participants of social transformation and
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To offer FHCOC a venue for counseling and other related needs for fellowship
Simbayan Ecumenical Fellowship
invites you to an evening of
Music – Dinner – Dance
September 15, 2012 – 5:30 p.m.
Almansor Court Banquet Hall
700 S. Almansor Street, Alhambra, CA
$50 per person
(Please make checks payable to Saint Matthew Church
and please write Simbayan Donation in the memo)
(A portion of the proceeds will come back to Saint Matthew Church.)
For additional information and tickets, please see Fr. Toting and
Lydia Tronco or Fr. George and Emmie Florendo.
Megan Sanders
Terry Smith
Jeanne Kirkpatrick
Veronica Taufa
Carol Taunton
Happy April anniversary wishes to:
Mario and Marsha Calvo
Brad and Sarah Fessenden
Jim and Kathryn Tuma
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Calendar of Events
April 18 – Parish Council Meeting
April 22 – Earth Day
April 25 – Bible Study
April 28 – St Matt’s After Dark featuring Peter Mayer
April 29 – Sharing Sunday at Emmanuel House
May 2 – Bible Study
May 6 – Building Fund Sunday
May 9 – Bible Study
May 12 – Garden Tea
May 13 – Mother’s Day
May 16 – Parish Council Meeting
May 23 – Bible Study
May 26 – A Celebration of Pentecost featuring
“The Worship Experience”
May 27 – Sharing Sunday at Emmanuel House
May 30 – Bible Study
June 2 – Talent Show
June 3 – Building Fund Sunday
June 15-16 – Women’s Conference
June 17 – Father’s Day
June 20 – Parish Council Meeting
June 24 – Sharing Sunday at Emmanuel House
July 1 – Building Fund Sunday
July 18 – Parish Council Meeting
July 29 – Sharing Sunday at Emmanuel House
August 5 – Building Fund Sunday