I do not think I have ever heard anyone describe January as his or her favorite time of year. Usually I hear January described as the month following the Christmas holiday, when everyone has to go back to work or school. Some are having to diet to take off holiday weight. Some have to pay down credit card debt from Christmas. And in many parts of the country, including here in California, the weather is not as “nice” during January as at other times of the year. So it is not surprising that we do not hear a lot of enthusiasm for January.
Let me suggest that we can change our attitude about January if we just try to have a little more gratitude to God for the good that happens in our lives during January. In going back to work or school after the Christmas holiday, we continue to develop and use the gifts and talents that God has given us to better ourselves and the world around us. In dieting and exercising to take off holiday weight, we feel better, have more energy and are better stewards of the bodies that God has given us. In paying down credit card debt, we become stronger and more secure financially. Yes, the weather is colder and rainier here in Southern California in January than at other times of year. But in August and September, we will complain about how hot and dry it is and about the wildfires that typically ravage our state during that time. So let us appreciate the cold and rainy weather while we have it!
God blesses us always in so many ways, including in January. We will be happier people if we recognize those blessings and thank God for those blessings, even in January!
The Orange Catholic Foundation presents Estate Planning Seminars
The seminars are led by an estate planning attorney. At the seminar, we will address how to protect and provide for your loved ones, avoid probate, provide a Catholic perspective on health care directives, who should be your trustee and power of attorney, what is needed to update or create an estate plan, will, living trust and more. Join us here at Our Lady of Guadalupe on Saturday, January 21 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Coleman Parish Hall.
Saturday January 21, 2023
A message from Mark: It's a New Year and with it comes many new challenges to face, as well as victories to celebrate. We do this in prayer to Our Lady, Queen of the Rosary.
This is also a time when resolutions are made. One great resolution to honor God and His mother Mary would be to resolve to pray the Rosary more often. Through Her Rosary, many great things can be done and your prayers will be a great part of that happening.
Come join us as we pray for our Church, our Families and our Nation, so that God blesses all of them. The more people who come to pray the Rosary, the more our prayers will be answered, so please come join your voices with ours in this New Year.
We start at 11:45 AM with sign in at the front of the church and start praying the Rosary at noon. You are encouraged to bring a chair, however, I do have at least one available for those who might need one. I also provide extra Rosaries for those who need them so don't worry if you leave yours at home.
We will be praying our Rosary Rallies on the following dates:
Saturday January 21, 2023
Saturday February 18, 2023
Saturday March 18, 2023
Please mark these dates and times on your calendar and plan to spend about an hour with Our Lady and Mother as we petition Her intercession on our behalf.
Thank you to all who support our ministry
In Christ,
Mark Deliduka | Phone: (626) 378-9395 | E-mail:i-mark@verizon.net
Join us Sunday for Life Night, 1/22/2023—Topic: Alpha #6
What is Life Teen? Life Teen is a Catholic high school youth ministry program. It provides a safe fun place for youth to find solid Catholic community, to get answers to their questions about faith, and, most importantly, to experience Jesus in a profound and personal way. Life Teen resources speak to the physical, psychological, cognitive, relational, and spiritual maturation of high school youth. Life Teen resources make it easier for youth ministers to plan out their semesters of Life Night, retreats, and to train a team of adults, the Core Team, to assist them in the ministry. The resources present Catholic teaching in a way that young people can understand. Source: https://lifeteen.com/high-school-ministry/
Contact Ray Hernandez at rhernandez@olglahabra.org if you have any questions.
Rest In Peace
We are preparing to thank God for the life of Francine Kubasek and to send her off into eternal life with our prayers. Funeral arrangements are as follows (all at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church):
Sunday, February 12, 2023, 6 pm: Vigil/Rosary
Monday, February 13, 2023, 10 am: Funeral Mass
Francine served Our Lady of Guadalupe School first as a teacher and then as principal for over 40 years before her retirement in 2019. Francine gave almost her entire professional life to OLG School, providing a quality Catholic education to generations of OLG students. We thank God for her and the gifts that she shared with us through the decades.
Please continue to keep Francine, her husband, Jim, her children, Kristi and Andrew, and her grandchildren in your prayers.
Our Knights of Columbus are now on Social Media!
Follow Joseph Scott Council #7142 on Instagram and Facebook to learn more about their activities and supporting our parish and community. Please click the links below and give them a follow!
Save the Date!
On Saturday evening February 18th, The Knights of Columbus will present: Mardi Gras’ – OLG Style! Join us for a night of great music, food, dancing, prizes and fantastic decorations!! Wear a costume, a mask or just dress for a nice evening out with friends. The terrific seven piece band, Lounge-o-Rama will be performing a time travel of popular music….swing, jazz, rock and roll, disco and more - all your listening and dancing favorites! Dinner prepared and served by Stone Fire Grill/Rattlesnake BBQ. Tickets are $50 and will go on sale in Jason Patio next weekend, January 28th. Stay tuned!
The NEXT Knights of Columbus Food Drive: February 4-5
The next Knights of Columbus Food Drive will be on Saturday, February 4th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. & Sunday, February 5th from 6:00 - 11:30 a.m. Items collected will be distributed to those locally in need. Bring your donations to the Parish Office garage on your way to Mass. Needed: Canned goods (soups, vegetables, fruit, tuna, meats, stew); Dry foods (hot or cold cereal, beans, rice, spaghetti/pasta); Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet tissue, disposable diapers). Thank you for your support!
Dear Divine Mercy Ministry members:
Our scheduled Divine Mercy Ministry study and prayer meeting on January 14, 2023 Saturday, is cancelled due to the ordination of Deacon Eric Cruz at 11 am, Holy Name of Mary Parish, San Dimas. We are supporting Deacon Eric and our Divine Mercy Ministry members are invited to attend. Kindly RSVP with us if you can attend since there is a reception after the ordination.
Our scheduled Divine Mercy Ministry study and prayer meeting on January 14, 2023 Saturday, is cancelled due to the ordination of Deacon Eric Cruz at 11 am, Holy Name of Mary Parish, San Dimas. We are supporting Deacon Eric and our Divine Mercy Ministry members are invited to attend. Kindly RSVP with us if you can attend since there is a reception after the ordination.
Please mark your calendars: our regular Divine Mercy Ministry study and prayer meeting is every 2nd Saturday of the month, from 9 AM to 11 AM at Classroom 3. Bring your diary of St. Faustina, bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church, and potluck food.
Please note that we are a small faith community who are devotees of the Divine Mercy and we welcome anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of the Divine Mercy message and devotion to save souls as revealed by Jesus to Saint Faustina.
Our first study and prayer meeting this New Year of 2023 is on February 11, 2023, the Feast of our Lady of Lourdes, from 9 am to 11 am, Classroom 3.
Let us know your questions and invite others to join us. Thank you!
The next First Communion class will be on Tuesday, January 24th.
Year 1: Next class will be on Thursday, February 2.
Year 2: Next class will be on Thursday, January 26th.
Missionaries from Home: St. Paul Mission Circle Continues Nearly 60-Year Legacy
The OC Catholic recently wrote an article about the amazing ladies who run the St. Paul Mission Circle to raise money to support seven missionaries worldwide, as remote as Africa and as local as the La Habra Life Center. Visit the OC Catholic website here to read more on the article! Thank you St. Paul Mission Circle for all the work you do to help those in need!
Christmas Quilt Raffle
The beautiful handmade Christmas quilt created by members of the St. Paul Mission Circle has been won by Anna Castellana. Our club Christmas event had to be cancelled due to illness among some members, and so the drawing was held at the January meeting. We apologize for the delay. Thank you to all of those who purchased tickets. Proceeds go to the support of the seven missionaries we currently serve.
The beautiful handmade Christmas quilt created by members of the St. Paul Mission Circle has been won by Anna Castellana. Our club Christmas event had to be cancelled due to illness among some members, and so the drawing was held at the January meeting. We apologize for the delay. Thank you to all of those who purchased tickets. Proceeds go to the support of the seven missionaries we currently serve.
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Experience a multitude of singers from all faiths coming together to make beautiful music under the direction of Guest Conductor and Clinician Kent Tritle. This special day begins with Kent Tritle leading a choral workshop in the morning bringing choristers from all around Southern California and beyond, and culminates in a 2:30 PM Prayer Service in the Cathedral accompanied by Festival Organist Daniel Ficarri playing the Hazel Wright Organ - all are welcomed! Click here to learn more!
World Marriage Day Double+ Date Night Mass and Dinner for Married Couples
In celebration of National Marriage Week and World Marriage Day 2023, treat yourself and your spouse to a double date with the Body of Christ. We celebrate the most welcome third wheel of sacramental marriage: Jesus Christ our Lord.
Join us on Friday, Feb. 10 for Mass with a blessing for married couples, presided by Bishop Timothy Freyer, followed by dinner, fellowship and inspiration. Spots are limited; advance reservations are required. The cost $100 per couple.
Friday, Feb. 10, 2023
Christ Cathedral Campus, 13280 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Mass at 6 p.m. in the Chapel in the Sky
Dinner date reception in the Cultural Center
$100 per couple
Reserve your spot by Monday, Jan. 30 at rcbo.org/marriage
Hosted by the Diocese of Orange Office for Family Life
Prayer for Our Faithful Departed
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
For week ending January 20, 2023:
Martha Padilla
Esther Davila
Phuc Phan
Mario Alonso Macias
Benjamin Castellanos
Virginia Estrada
David Jimenez
Prayer Requests
Please keep our Prayer Requests in your prayer – click here to see most recent Prayer Requests or to request a prayer
Please donate to OLG
Donate by mail: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 900 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631.
Thank you for doing whatever you are able to do for our OLG parish family!
The Pastoral Services Appeal 2023 Has Begun!
You also can donate using one of the donation envelopes available in the racks at the doors of the church.
On the weekend of February 4-5, we will have the opportunity to donate to the PSA during the homily time at all of the Masses.
Please pray and discern what your donation for the 2023 PSA will be. Your generosity is appreciated!
Our weekly collections for the week ending on January 15
Sunday Collection
Mass & Drop off: $ 17,001
Online Donations: $ 3,010
Total Sunday Collection: $ 20,011
Weekly Goal: $ 27,500
Faith Formation: $ 109.00
Brothers and Sisters in Need: $ 657.00
Church in Africa/Latin America/Eastern Europe: $ 5,712
Click here for latest parish financial information
Thank you for your generosity to our parish community!/
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