April 23-24, 2011
First Saturday Men’s Fellowship Meeting
The first Saturday in May, May 7, may be the best time for you to join the First Saturday Men’s Fellowship for their monthly breakfast meeting starting at 7:30 a.m. (or 6 a.m. for early risers who may get out of bed on time).
There may be men in the parish that you have not met with whom you good form a bond of fellowship and friendship. There may be questions you have about your own spirituality that other men from the parish may be able to clarify and answer for you. You may just want a cup of coffee and a good hot breakfast. May we see you there? You may have questions, and if you do, please contact Brian Brassil at misterb50@gmail.com or 949/212-5994.
A letter of thanks from Japan:
Dear Father Fred K. BAILEY, And Parish community of Corpus Christi:
Thank you very much for your letter full of sympathy and compassion together with your generous donation of $6,118 for the emergency relief. It is three and a half weeks now since the day of the terrible disaster: more than twelve thousand people have lost their lives by the tsunami, and still more than fifteen thousand people are missing, and the number of evacuees is more than two hundred thousand.
The areas hit by the earthquake and tsunami are still in chaotic situation, but thanks to the prayers and support from you and many people of goodwill all over the world, we will certainly overcome this calamity. And I would like to ask you to continue to pray for us. Thank you very much, again, Father Fred K. Bailey and members of parish community of Corpus Christi. May plenty of God’s blessings be poured on you.
United in our Lord, Martin Tetsuo Hiraga, bishop of Sendai
Mother’s Day is only two weekend’s away, May 7-8. Special Mother’s Day cards, by which to enroll your moms, living or deceased, in a special series of Masses, are now available on the Concierge Shelves. Thanks.
Check out our NEW ONLINE SPONSORSHIP opportunities on www.avcatholics.org
Our website, ‘www.avcatholics.org’, has a NEW component…and we are pretty excited about its possibilities. We now offer ONLINE SPONSORSHIP Opportunities by which you or your business may be acknowledged and providing another manner by which a VERY wide array of people can learn of your presence within our community.
If you are interested in either becoming an On-Line Sponsor of Corpus Christi’s Website or peruse who is a Sponsor, simply go the Homepage and click on the ‘On-Line Sponsor’ button. Instructions are easy and clear for those who wish to place a sponsorship and Pay Pal conveniently and securely handles the financial arrangements, with 95% of sponsorship fees benefiting Corpus Christi! Please spread the word, sponsorships are not limited to only parishioners but to anyone who wishes to receive acknowledgment on our website (with suitable screenings for appropriateness.)
Our SPRING Sacramental Prep Session approaches…
A reminder, our parish policy is that any family seeking the Sacrament of Baptism, First Reconciliation or First Eucharist, Marriage, needs to have been a REGISTERED PARISHIONER for a minimum of THREE MONTHS prior to the setting of any Sacramental dates. (Thus, someone registering today, may call in three months to begin the process of scheduling a date….not register and schedule at the same time.)
Our next Sacramental Preparation Session for families of children desiring First Reconciliation and First Eucharist here at Corpus Christi is scheduled for Saturday, May 14th at 2:30 p.m., concluding with the 5:00 p.m. Mass. Please note that participation at one of our quarterly Sacramental Prep Sessions prior to scheduling a First Reconciliation and First Eucharist is a parish requirement. You will receive your Sacramental Registration Form at the conclusion of the session.
This policy is binding for ALL families, both those who have multiple children (who may have already received one or more First Eucharists, fresh attendance at the Sacramental Prep for each child is necessary) and for those approaching the Sacraments for the first time. To ensure adequate supplies, please call Ali Gaby at (949) 389-9209.
It is important to note that these Sacramental Preparation Sessions augment but DO NOT replace our parish policy of parents teaching their own children the essentials of our faith and introducing their own children to the person of Jesus Christ. These Prep Sessions are final steps to ensure that parental education has indeed been happening.
Networking and Employment Transition Support Ministry
Even though it sometimes seems like it is a lonely one lane highway, your Job Search is really a two way street. While you are out there persistently looking for a job, employers are tirelessly looking for you. The challenge is how to be at the right place, at the right time, with right qualities. If only there was an inside track. Wouldn’t it be great if you could see it from the hiring manager’s perspective, so you could meet them where they are and put your best foot forward? Well, you are in luck! At the May NETS meeting you will have an opportunity to attend a round table discussion with CEO’s and Managers who will be addressing the current job market and specifically what companies are seeking. If you want the inside scoop, come join us on Thursday, May 12, 2011 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Please RSVP by contacting Ed Jordan at ejordan@noletspirits.com or 949-389-1715.
Last call…
Are you presently CIVILLY married but have never had your marriage blessed by the Catholic Church? Then perhaps our Late-Spring Marriage Blessing Event on Sunday, June 19h is for you!? In order to participate, the following requirements need to be understood:
1. Both persons have NEVER been married before (this is a first marriage for both) and at least one spouse needs to be Roman Catholic.
2. If one or both persons have been married previously (in any manner or capacity) the prior marriage(s) need to have ALREADY been annulled by the Roman Catholic Church (or the previous spouse is deceased.)
3. The couple needs to be already REGISTERED and participating within Corpus Christi as of March 1st , 2011. (Sorry, this is not available for extended family or friends who are not already REGISTERED Corpus Christi parishioners.)
4. Both spouses need to attend a preparation meeting on Sunday, May 1st at 2:00 p.m. in the Grand Hall. This is an adult-only meeting, please arrange to leave all infants, toddlers and children with sitters.
All necessary paperwork will be explained at the May 1st meeting, no documents need to be brought with you at that time. Please call our Front Office Receptionist, Susie Hays, at 389-9008 to confirm your eligibility and RSVP.
Last call:
Adult Confirmation for those ALREADY 18 and Registered at Corpus Christi…
Are you an Adult (over 18) who is a Baptized Catholic and who has received your First Reconciliation and First
Eucharist…BUT….have never received the Sacrament of CONFIRMATION? Well,
the VIGIL OF PENTECOST is coming (June 11th to be exact), and on that occasion, Bishop Tod authorizes parishes to offer the Sacrament of Confirmation to ADULTS who are our own parishioners. So, if you are a REGISTERED ADULT, 18+ here in
Corpus Christi (sorry, no outside family or friends who are not already registered and participating here at Corpus Christi) as of March 1, 2011, and would like to be CONFIRMED on Saturday, June 11 …please contact Susan Hays at 389-9008 for information and to confirm eligibility. (P.S. We will eventually need a copy of your Baptismal Certificate and a copy of Your First Communion Certificate so you may want to start scrounging around for them.)
So that you can start reading now….our Corpus Christi Book Club welcomes you! Join us on Monday, May 2, 7:00, Meeting Room 4, to discuss The Devil and the White City by Erik Larson.
‘La Cena’ (Lah…Chain…Ahhhh) is coming back!!!
Last year’s Summertime mega-hit, ‘La Cena’ is coming on Saturday, July 16th and again on Saturday, August 6h. Each evening will commence following the 5:00 p.m. Mass. Pre-paid advance reservations will be required but in a nod to everyone’s tightened budgets the tiered pricing for each evening will again be only $25 per adult (15 and up), $15 for children (10-14) and only $10 for wee-ones (2-10), infants under 2 are free. This being a fund-raiser we are of course looking for whatever donations of food, beverage or supplies we can obtain that will cut down on our initial costs. If you know of any generous suppliers of quality sausage, pasta, bread, salad fixings or good vino…please make contact with either Lisa Aguirre (lisa-a@cox.net) or Georgina Yacap (gyacap@cox.net.) Thanks….or as they might say in Italy…. Ringraziarla molto!
Help your Community, help support two great causes, get some community service hours, and spend a day or two in a high-energy very fun filled environment with athletes, family members, supporters, and volunteers at the City of Laguna Hills Memorial Day Half Marathon.
Renegade Racing is producing this event on Monday, May 30, 2011. It’s a Half Marathon, 5K and Kids Run benefiting two great causes: South County Outreach and the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, of the 1st Marine Division (DARKHORSE).) We are reaching out to schools and groups who might be interested in volunteering for the event on race day, as well as for the Registration & Packet Pick-up on Saturday 5/28 and Sunday 5/29. Call the City of Laguna Hills for more information.
Ladies….. “TEA THYME!” – Don your favorite hat and get out that sundress!
CHAPTERS Women’s Ministry presents our First Annual Ladies Tea on Saturday, June 4th at 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a lovely summer tea complete with fresh fruit, scones, assorted teas, traditional finger sandwiches and various sweet desserts served on assorted beautiful fine china. Invite your friends and come enjoy our afternoon Tea! The cost is $35.00 per person and ticket sales will be the weekends of May 21/22 and 28/29. Last day to reserve your spot is June 1st. Contact Jackie Kleinhammes at jkleinhammes@cox.net or 949/837-4441 to answer any questions.
Corpus Christi’s 2011 Youth Leadership Summit will be held August 8-12 at the University of California at Irvine campus (UCI). High school students, who have been selected as Corpus Christi Youth leaders, will spend the week learning and practicing skills such as small group facilitation, peer helping, large group presenting and more while exploring their faith and talents.
They will also participate in assorted teambuilding activities, The Youth Leadership Summit is just the beginning though, as Youth Leaders will serve our parish throughout the year as volunteers in our JAMS middle school youth ministry, in HAVEN high school youth ministry, at parish special events and more. while continuing to build their leadership skills.
The cost for each youth to attend the summit is $400.00 inclusive of lodging, food, activities, and supplies. Can you help sponsor/partially sponsor one of our youth? If so, please send your check to Fr. Fred…. THANK YOU for your support today’s and tomorrows youthful leaders!
