“Virtue is nothing without the trial of temptation, for there is no conflict

T
his Sunday is known, generally, as
"Good Shepherd Sunday." Every year,
the readings on this Sunday deal in one
way or another with Christ, the Shepherd. Here,
He calls each sheep by name. In other words, the
Shepherd has made a "pet" of each sheep in His
flock. YOU, with all your nuttiness, sinfulness,
rebelliousness, and general obnoxiousness are the
personal "pet" of the Good Shepherd. God seeks
you out, puts you on His metaphorical shoulders
and leads you Home. The Bible recounts the odd
places God finds us, from slavery in Egypt, to
oppression in Babylon, to the proverbial "pig
pen" in Jesus' parable of the Prodigal Son. God
finds us and brings us back. If you are "back,"
now--in a good, and safe place, be grateful. If
you are not, help is on the way. But one thing to
consider on Good Shepherd Sunday is that the
"hands and feet of God" are very much our
own...God uses us to do His shepherding! He
sees His "pet" in peril, and puts us, another "pet,"
in just the right place to do something to help.
Who needs YOUR help, right now?
-Fr. Bill Axe
G
eneralmente este domingo es conocido
como el “El Domingo del Buen Pastor.”
Cada año la lectura para este domingo es
de Cristo como el Pastor. Él llama a cada oveja
por su nombre. En otras palabras, el Pastor ha
hecho a cada oveja su favorita en Su rebaño. TÚ,
con todas tus locuras, pecados, rebeldía, y ofensas, eres una persona favorita del Buen Pastor.
Dios te busca, te carga en sus hombros y te lleva
a su Casa. La Biblia nos dice de los lugares remotos que Dios nos encuentra, de la esclavitud
en Egipto, a la opresión en Babilonia, hasta el
cerdo del proverbio del Hijo Pródigo. Dios nos
encuentra y nos trae de regreso. Si estás de
“regreso,” ahora en un lugar bueno y seguro, se
agradecido. Si no lo estás, la ayuda está en el camino. Pero, hay algo que considerar en el día del
Buen Pastor, que las manos y los pies de Dios
son de una manera u otra nuestros… ¡Dios nos
usa para que hagamos su pastoreo! Ve a su favorito en peligro, y pone a otro de sus favoritos en
el buen lugar para que ayude. ¿Quién necesita
TU ayuda en este momento?
-Padre Bill Axe
WHERE THERE’S A WILL THERE’S A WAY
St Agatha is a special place, where we are touched daily by God’s presence among us. Rooted in the legacy of our founding
parishioners, we have become the dynamic faith community we cherish today. A gift to the future of our parish will support its
spiritual richness and many good works for generations to come. Please remember St Agatha in your will or trust. For further information please contact the rectory or Richard H. Closson, Director, Trust & Estate
Programs, LA Archdiocese, 213-637-7472, e-mail [email protected] or www.estateplanning.com/trustacct. Our
legal title is: The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Los Angeles, A Corporation Sole for the benefit of
St. Agatha Parish.
-Allie Smith
-Anabel Manriquez
-Angelica Amezcua
-Arlasha Allen
-Barbara Harvey
-Bertha Antee
-Charley Johnson
-Christina Paul
-Constantino Perez
-Cornell DeClouette
-Damacio Horta
-Darwin Varela
Theresa and Marie Guillian
-Devina Molette-Ford
-Dominique Barksdale
-Edith Bell
-Edwin Raland
-Edwin Rivas
-Elsa Perez
-Elvia Herrera
-Gabriel y Miralda Tahan
-Georgie Davis
-Giovanni Garcia
-Gladys Green
-Glen Arellano
-Gloria Sanguillen
-Guadalupe Morales
-Henre Dorsey
-Jack & Michael Stokes
-Jaime Rubalcava
-Joseph&Denise Guillian
-Juanita Rubalcava
-Lauren Lafargé
-Linda Guillian
-Lorraine Duperon
-Maria Perez
-Mariana Reynoso
-Mario Ojeda
-Martha Dorsey
-Maura Fitzgerald
-Michelle Porter
-Miguel Alfredo Piliado
-Monica Mellon
-Norma Barker
-Oscar Barbosa
-Pamfilo Velasquez
-Patrick Fitzgerald
-Paula Dupre Moore
-Peggy Anderson
-Penelope Mendoza
-Rafael Segura
-Raymond Almeida
-Rene Hunton
-Ricardo Morales
-Rita N. Ashe
-Ronald Mayberry
-Rose Thierry
-Sergio Villanueva Flores
-Sevarina Legaspi
-Sheri Marshall
-Silvia Esquivel
-Sylvia Smyles
-Teresa Casaus
-Timothy Akens
-Terry Ally Sr.
“Virtue is nothing without
the trial of temptation, for
there is no conflict without an enemy, no victory
without strife.”
- Pope St. Leo the Great
To build and foster a Christian Community that
offers the opportunity to experience God
God’s
’s unconditional love and acceptance to all who come into
contact with it.
T
he readings today talk to us about following the “voice” of the one who leads
us to God. Christ used the image of
sheep, as it was very familiar to the Jews, not so
much with us. We are not asked to succumb to an
unthinking herd mentality, but to listen discerningly to the call of Christ. God wants us to come
to know the voice of Jesus, so that we will not
mistake it for other voices. We can ask ourselves:
How can I tell the voice of Jesus from other
voices that might call to me? What are some of
the perils of falling into the “herd instinct”?
I wish all Mothers a wonderful Mother’s Day and
hope that you all have a beautiful day with loved
ones. You are a treasure to your families and to
St. Agatha’s.
Have a wonderful week,
Sr. Karen
Construyendo y alimentando una comunidad cristiana que ofrezca la oportunidad de experimentar
el amor incondicional de Dios y la aceptación a
todos con quienes nos encontremos.
L
as lecturas el día de hoy nos dicen que
sigamos la “voz” de aquel quien nos
lleva a Dios. Cristo usa la imagen de la
oveja, como era tan familiar para los judíos, no
tanto para nosotros. No se nos pide a que cedemos
a un manada que no piensa, pero de escuchar con
una actitud de discernimiento a la llamada de Cristo. Dios quiere que lleguemos a conocer la voz de
Jesús, para que no nos equivoquemos con otras
voces. Nos podemos preguntar: ¿Cómo podemos
distinguir la voz de Jesús entre otras que me llaman? ¿Qué son algunos de los peligros de quedarnos en el “instinto de la manada”?
Les deseo a Todas las Mamás un Día de las Madres Maravilloso y espero que tengan un día hermoso con sus seres queridos. Ustedes son un tesoro para sus familias y para Santa Águeda.
Que tengan una semana maravillosa,
Hermana Karen
OUR TOGETHER IN MISSION PLEDGE
NUESTRAS PROMESAS DE UNIDOS EN MISIÓN
Thank you for your support and generosity. May God
bless you and your family abundantly.
Gracias por su apoyo y generosidad. Que Dios los bendiga a ustedes y a sus familias abundantemente.
PARISH GOAL: $33,632.50
AMOUNT PLEDGED: $29,135.00
REMAINING BALANCE: $4,497.50
META DE LA PARROQUIA: $33,632.50
TOTAL PROMETIDO: $29,135.00
SALDO: $4,497.50
Pray for Your Parish Finances
Reza por las Finanzas de tu Parroquia
“With each contribution show a
cheerful countenance, and pay
your tithes in a spirit of Joy.
Give to the Most High as he
has given to you, generously,
according to your means. For
the Lord is one who always
repays and he will give back
sevenfold” -Sirach 35:8-10
Week ending Sunday, May 4
$ 8,112.00
Week ending Sunday, April 27
$ 7,836.80
Week ending Sunday, April 20
$ 12,688.80
ON LINE GIVING IS NOW AVAILABLE!
"Da siempre con el rostro radiante y consagra el diezmo
con alegría. Da al Altísimo
según lo que él te dio, y con
generosidad, conforme a tus
recursos, porque el Señor sabe
retribuir y te dará siete veces
más" -Eclesiástico 35, 8-10
¡La donación electrónica ya está disponible!
Grand
Prize
3rd
Prize
4th
Prize
$1,500.00
$1,000.00
2nd
Prize
Xbox One
$300.00 Best
Buy Card
Dinner for two at
Messob Ethiopian Restaurant
5th
Prize
We have sold 173 Raffle books. Our Goal is to sell all 3000.
Hemos vendido 173 libros de rifa. Nuestra meta es de vender 3000.
Hello, my name is Ms. Juarez and I'm 15 years old. I attend High
School and I have been going to St. Agatha since 2005. I started to
serve at the 12:15 p.m. mass and I enjoy it. I am participating as a
candidate for Queen of the 2014 International Festival because I
want to help our parish. When I go to college, I would like to study
forensic science and then work with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I.). I like to
dance and read about mysteries. My favorite
subjects are Math and Science. I would appreciate your support by buying raffle tickets.
Thank you for coming to St. Agatha and God
bless you!
Hola, mi nombre es Srita. Juarez y tengo 15
años. Asisto a la escuela secundaria y he
asistido a St. Agatha desde 2005. Comencé
a servir en la misa de las 12:15 y lo disfruto. Estoy participando como candidata de
reina para el Festival Internacional de 2014 porque quiero ayudar a nuestra parroquia. Cuando vaya a la Universidad, me gustaría estudiar ciencias forenses y luego trabajar con el Buró Federal de investigación (FBI). Me gusta bailar y leer sobre misterios. Mis temas favoritos son matemáticas y Ciencias. Les agradesco su apoyo mediante la compra de boletos de la rifa. Gracias por venir a St. Agatha y Dios los bendiga!
Save the Date:
Our International
Festival this year will be the weekend
of May 30, 31 & June 1, 2014.
Please help us sell our Raffle Tickets. They are NOW
available in the Placita office on Sundays and at the
Pastoral Center the rest of the week. Our Raffle is the
biggest fundraiser during our International Festival.
Thank you for your continuous support.
Booth Sponsors
□ $25.00
□ $50.00
Anote el día:
Nuestro Festival Internacional
será el fin de semana del 30 de
mayo al 1ro de junio de 2014.
Por favor ayúdenos a vender boletos. Puede recoger
sus boletos en la oficina de la Placita los domingos y
en el Centro Pastoral. Nuestra Rifa es lo que más
recauda fondos en nuestro Festival Internacional.
Gracias por su apoyo continuo.
St. Agatha’s International Festival
May 30, 31, & June 1, 2014
□ $75.00
□ $100.00
□ $200.00
Patrocinadores de Puesto
□ $300.00
□ Other______
NAME: ____________________________________ TELEPHONE: ___________________________
ADDRESS: ______________________________________________________□ Check □ Cash

If you are a sponsor your name will be
placed on a booth the day of the Festival
 Bring your donation after mass
 Mail or bring your donation to the office
Checks: St Agatha International Festival

Si usted es un patrocinador su nombre se
pondrá en un puesto el día del Festival
 Traiga su donación después de misa
 Envíe por correo o traiga su donación
Cheques: St Agatha Festival Internacional
Save the Date:
Parish Picnic will be on
Sunday, July 20th, 2014
Registration Dates for First Communion
Anote el día: Nuestro Día de Campo
Parroquial será el
domingo, 20 de julio de 2014
Fechas de Inscripciones para Primera Comunión
Sunday Registrations:
June 8, 15, & 22 –St. Martin de Porres Room, 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Inscripciones en Domingo:
8, 15, & 22 de junio—Salón San Martin, de 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Saturday Registrations:
June 7, 14 & 21—St. Martin de Porres Room, 9:00am-1:00 pm
Inscripciones en Sábado:
7, 14 & 21 de junio—Salón San Martin, de 9:00am—1:00 pm
Tuesday Registrations:
June 17- Pastoral Center, 4:00 pm—8:00 pm
Inscripciones en Martes:
17 de junio—En el Centro Pastoral, de 4:00 pm—8:00 pm
First Communion Second Year: Saturday, June 7
in the St. Martin de Porres Room, from 9:00 am—1:00 pm
Segundo Año de Primera Comunión: Sábado, 7 de junio
En el salón San Martin, de 9:00 am—1:00 pm
The registration forms are in the vestibule of the church
entrance. For more information please contact Gricelda De la
Cerda at (323) 933-0963 or email her at
[email protected]
Los formularios de inscripción están en el vestíbulo a la entrada
de la iglesia. Para mas información por favor llame a Gricelda
De la Cerda al (323) 933-0963 o por correo electrónico
[email protected]
Attention Graduating Class of 2014!
¡Atención Graduados del 2014!
If you are a member of St. Agatha and you are graduating from
High School, college, University or trade school. Please stop by
the table behind the church and pick up a form. As other years
we want to announce your graduation. Any questions call Gloria at 323-217-9122.
Si usted es feligrés de Santa Águeda y se va a graduar de la secundaria, colegio, o de la universidad, por favor pase por la mesa detrás de la Iglesia y tome una forma. Nos gustaría anuncia
su graduación a la comunidad. Si tiene preguntas llame a Gloria
323-217-9122.

May 17—Youth Group, Contact Maggie
"NOBODY CAN DO
EVERYTHING BUT
EVERYBODY CAN DO
SOMETHING"
What an awesome post
Resurrection Celebration
our guests had, Thanks be
to God and our caring
church family we served
our guests a hot sit down
put your feet under the table meal. Our recognition
of "EVERYBODY CAN
DO SOMETHING "was
in full force. Juan M, Alicia
and a nameless saint donated the turkeys,
Yolanda, Marion S, Norma
McQ, Ana Z, and Maria Z
cooked and carved the turkeys, Gladys G donated a
can of green beans and
rolls, Linda F and family
donated the cakes, Azalie
made the gravy and yams,
Yolando made the punch,
Margie cooked the rice and
string beans. Azalie and
Yolanda provided the
leadership for our faithful
volunteers, Maria Z,
David, Rolando, Enrique,
Emileo, Joshue, Celeste,
Vikki, Katherine and Ron
to assist in preparing and
serving the meal. Ron
Morrow is Yolanda's Dad
he had come to spend the
weekend with Yolanda and
her family. Ron prayed
over us prior to our serving
our guests. We found his

May 24—SHARE Ministry, Contact Margie
message stimulating and
soul touching. When Ron
held hands and prayed over
our guests the circle was
quiet as our guests listened,
absorbing his message that
was so encouraging and full
of hope that Ron called on
God to deliver and bless
them with. This was one of
those days that you sigh
and say mmmmm,
mmmmmm, "Ain't God
something look at what He
did this day yeah our God
shurr nuff is AWESOME".
Amen
When you purchase your
ride tickets for the festival
if you are able please pick
up extra for our Saturday
Children and put in an envelope with S.H.A.R.E. and
either give to Yolanda
Morrow after the 8"30 AM
Mass on any Sunday or
place in the offertory basket for S.H.A.R.E.
Thank you.
May God who is the provider bless and fill your
daily journey with what is
needed to feed your soul
and to stimulate and sustain your spirit. Amen.
Blessings,
The S.H.A.R.E.
Ministry.
Recognizing signs of
child abuse and neglect
A key to reporting child abuse and neglect is
being able to recognize common indicators. In
children, the following signs may signal the presence of child abuse or neglect: Shows sudden
changes in behavior or school performance. Has
not received help for physical or medical problems
brought to the parents’ attention. Is always
watchful, as though preparing for something bad
to happen. Is overly compliant, passive, or withdrawn. Comes to school or other activities early,
stays late, and does not want to go home. Learn
more , visit http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/
protecting/Pages/default.aspx.
Call (213) 637-7650.
The Cathedral Gift Shop at the Cathedral of Our
Lady of the Angels
Spring is a time filled with First Communion, Confirmation,
Graduations and other joyous events.
Come in and visit the Cathedral Gift Shop for gift sets, missals,
medals, crosses, frames, Bibles, candles and more.
We are at your service for all your sacramental needs. Please
contact us at (213) 680-5277 or visit,
www.OLACathedralGifts.com
555 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
SAVE THE DATE!
Los Angeles Archdiocesan Council of Catholic
Women Cordially invites all women of the Archdiocese
Reconozca las muestras de abuso
Una de las herramientas para poder reportar el
abuso y negligencia de menores es saber reconocer las señales comunes. En los niños, las
siguientes muestras pueden señalar la presencia de
abuso o negligencia: cambios repentinos en su
comportamiento o en el rendimiento escolar; no
recibir ayuda en los problemas físicos o médicos a
los cuales le han informado a los padres; se mantienen vigilante como si algo malo fuera a suceder;
son demasiado conformistas, pasivos o retraídos;
llegan temprano a la escuela u otras actividades,
se queda tarde y no quiere irse a casa. Visite:
http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/protecting/
Pages/default.aspx. Llame: (213) 637-7650.
Woman to Woman
An opportunity for all women in the parish to meet, discuss
relevant topics of interest and enjoy lively conversation. Meeting every first and third Monday of the month from 10:30 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m. in the San Martin de Porres Room. With Josie
Broehm.
De Mujer a Mujer
Tenemos una oportunidad para que todas las mujeres de la parroquia se reúnan y tengan una buena conversación espiritual y
de fe. Nos reunimos cada primer y tercer lunes del mes, de
10:30 a.m. a 12:30 p.m. en el Salón San Martín de Porres. Con
Josie Broehm.
to attend the
District Meeting
10th Annual Spring Mass
at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
555 W. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Crowning of the Blessed Mother will take place at
9:50 am and Mass will begin at 10:00 am.
The Central District of the Archdiocesan Council of
Catholic Women will have it’s district meeting on Friday,
May 16, 2014 at Our Lady of the Bright Mount Church,
3424 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018. The day
begins at 9:30 am and includes lunch and Mass. With
speaker, Jacqueline Powers, speaking on “Preparing
Women for Leadership”. All are welcome to attend.
Submit a bulletin Announcement
FREE SERVICES AT THE LIBRARY
To be approved by Sr. Karen Collier:
[email protected]
Fax: 323-939-3547 Att:
Sr.Karen (Bulletin)
Baldwin Hills Library provides access to online homework help, computers, and free homework printing for
students in grades K-12. We also provide live demonstrations on how to use computers
Monday - Thursday 3:00-5:00 pm
Baldwin Hills Library—2906 S La Brea Avenue
(323) 733-1196 [email protected]
Pastoral Staff Directory
Saturday May 10╬ Sábado 10 de Abril
5:30 p.m.
For all the beautiful mothers
Sunday May 11 ╬ Domingo 11 de Abril
Acts 2:14, 36-41 / Ps 23:1-6 / 1 Peter 2:20-25 / John 10:1-10
7:00 a.m.
Veda Rosales †
7:00 a.m.
Ramona Rosas Aranda †
7:00 a.m.
Ricardo Sánchez †
7:00 a.m.
Pascuala Matute †
7:00 a.m.
Arnulfo Gutiérrez †
7:00 a.m.
Alicia Cela de Mancilla †
7:00 a.m.
Maria Santos y Juan Lopez †
7:00 a.m.
Aaron Montellano (Salud)
- De parte de Juanita Rubalcava
- De parte de la Familia Sánchez
- De parte de Ovidia Matute
- De parte de Gricelda de la Cerda
- De parte de la familia Lopez
- De parte de su familia
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Irwin LeBoeuf †
- Requested by Wilma LeBoeuf
Silvina Gómez Bravo †
- Requested by Veronica Gomez
Julia Butler †
- Requested by Mabel & Yvonne
Lucy Fortune †
- Requested by her family
David Knox (successful surgery)
- Requested by his family
12:15 p.m.
Standard Rates Apply
Faith Formation (323) 933-0963
Diácono Ricardo Recinos (323) 935-1308
St. Agatha's Web: www.stagathas.org
- De parte de Olivia Sanchez
- De parte de su familia
8:30 a.m.
Pastoral Office (323) 935-8127 (voice)
(323) 743-8127 (text messages)
Guadalupe Manzo y
Carmen Hernandez Gudiño
(Feliz Dia de las Madres)
- De parte de su familia
12:15 p.m.
Josefina García †
12:15 p.m.
Zenaida Marín †
Sr. Karen Collier x227
Sr. Karen’s e-mail
Parish Life Director
[email protected]
Fr. Bill Axe x223
Fr. Bill’s e-mail
Emergency Contact
Dn. Ricardo Recinos x230
Dn. Ricardo’s e-mail
Enrique Reyes x224
Enrique’s e-mail
Teresa Amezcua x241
Teresa’s e-mail
Gricelda de la Cerda x 290
Gricelda’s e-mail
Emmanuel Montenegro x221
Emmanuel’s e-mail
Maggie Arellano x240
Youth Ministry’s e-mail
Eddie Hilley (323) 935-2853
Eddie’s e-mail
Priest Ministry
[email protected]
(323) 938-6964
Spanish Pastoral Ministry
[email protected]
Business Manager
[email protected]
Director of Faith Formation
[email protected]
Faith Formation Assistant
[email protected]
Receptionist
[email protected]
Youth Ministry
[email protected]
Music Ministry
[email protected]
- De parte de sus hijos
- De parte de Honoria Sánchez
12:15 p.m.
Elena Agustín †
12:15 p.m.
Jose Sanchez Garcia †
y Maria Rita Garcia †
- De parte de Honoria Sánchez
- De parte de su familia
12:15 p.m.
María Teresa Tress † (1 año)
12:15 p.m.
Agripina Aquino †
Pastoral Office Hours
Monday - Friday • Lunes - Viernes
10:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday • Sábado
9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- De parte de la familiar Tress
- De parte de Cristina y Febronia Santos
5:30 p.m.
For all the beautiful mothers
-
Monday, May 12 ╬ Lunes 12 de Abril
Acts 11:1-18 / Psalms 42:2-3; 43:3-4 / John 10:1-10
6:30 p.m.
Our Parish Family
Tuesday, May 13 ╬ Martes 13 de Abril
Acts 11:19-26 / Psalm 87:1-7 / John 10:22-30
6:30 p.m.
Nuestra Familia Parroquial
-
Wednesday, May 14 ╬ Miércoles 14 de Abril
Acts 1:15-17, 20-26 / Psalm 113:1-8 / John 15:9-17
8:00 a.m.
Our Parish Family
Thursday May 15 ╬ Jueves 15 Mayo
Acts 13:13-25 / Psalm 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27 / John 13:16-20
6:30 p.m.
Servicio de Comunión
Friday, May 16 ╬ Viernes 16 de Mayo
Acts 13:26-33 / Psalm 2:6-11 / John 14:1-6
6:30 p.m.
Our Parish Family
Mass Times / Tiempos de Misa
Mon: 6:30pm (En) Tues: 6:30pm (Sp)
Wed: 8:00am (En) Thurs: 6:30pm (Sp)
Fri: 6:30pm (Bl) Sat: 5:30pm (En/Vigil)
Sun: 7:00am (Sp), 8:30am (En)
10:00am (En/Gospel)
12:15pm (Sp) 5:30pm (En)
Confession / Confesiones
Saturday/Sábado: 4:40pm
Next Sunday Readings
-Fifth Sunday of Easter—May 18, 2014
Acts 6:1-7 / Psalm 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19 /
1 Peter 2:4-9 / John 14:1-12