An Update on the Msgr. Clement J. Connolly Fund for Holy Family Church

Over the past few months, the donations which many of you generously gave to honor Msgr. Connolly on his retirement have been helping to improve our Church building. In August, the pew kneelers were replaced. You probably have noticed that the new kneelers are spring-loaded, which means that not only do the kneelers no longer come down with such force, but it is much quieter putting them up and down, especially at the Our Father! We have also invested in …

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The face of the homeless

by Jay Krueger, Holy Family Parishioner In the America magazine article “Night Shift – How I learned to take homeless personally” James Lang discusses how he is able to put a face on the poor by being an overnight chaperone for three homeless families in a program called family promise. I was overwhelmed after 5:30pm when my wife and I went to collect the items for the Holy Family Giving Bank.  The yellow bin that had been filled a few …

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Does Jesus Have a Sense of Humor?

Fr. James Martin, SJ has a new book out entitled, Between Heaven and Mirth:  Why Joy, Humor and Laughter Are at the Heart of the Spiritual Life (soon to be, if not already, available  at the Holy Family bookstore).   Fr. Martin, SJ,  who you may know from his many appearances on the Stephen Colbert show, says in his book that if we are truly filled with the Holy Spirit then we should be joy-filled- as that is one of the …

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“Like Us” on Facebook

Holy Family has launched an official Facebook page – but don’t be fooled by any “look-alikes” – be sure to “like” and “link” to  this page:   http://www.facebook.com/pages/Holy-Family-Church-South-Pasadena/132521810182790 We are excited to have yet another channel for sharing information and “The Good News” with parishioners and the rest of the world.   Check in to our Facebook page everyday to read the latest post.  You will find them illuminating, sometimes thoughtful, sometimes amusing but always interesting, and worth sharing.  If you have …

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Embracing the Desert

Many of us are struggling with the new economic realities of the past two or three years. Unemployment, and underemployment, figures continue to be gloomy. Countless people have been looking for work for months without success. Our faith can be challenged at times like this, and it can be hard to keep optimistic and cheerful when, however hard we try, doors are constantly shut in our face. It’s only natural to question and doubt God. “Where is God in all …

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Steve Jobs made a “Dent in the Universe”

This was sent to me by a friend reflecting on the sad death of Apple Founder Steve Jobs.  I think it is worth sharing. “We’re here to put a dent in the universe. Otherwise why else even be here?” —Steve Jobs At the passing of Steve Jobs, Apple founder and business mogul, we learned a new “i” word – iSad.  People immediately began texting, tweeting and facebooking “iSad” and other messages as a way of expressing their grief over the …

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Volunteers/Catechists Needed

Holy Family is in need of Catechists, those willing to share faith with children, teens and adults. Recruiting catechists is one of the most difficult challenges that catechetical leaders face! We catechists know that the invitation to become a catechist, while flattering, can also be intimidating. We’re not sure if we are qualified or capable of forming others in the faith. As a result, we often come into this ministry with a bit of reluctance, maybe a little fear!  Fear …

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9/11 Remembered

One Light, One World Cambria Smith and Fr. Jose Parathanal, on behalf of the Holy Family community, received this light in remembrance of the many whose lives were taken on September 11, 2001. Our thoughts turn to the somber events when so many innocent lives were lost in the brutal assault on the twin towers of the World Trade Center and the further attacks in Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania.  On the tenth anniversary may we remember our beloved dead and …

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Life Without Parole for Juveniles

Click on photo for brief Holy Family Productions video by Jane Argento, chair, Holy Family Restorative Justice Ministries “We bishops cannot support policies that treat young offenders as though they are adults.  The actions of the most violent youth leave us shocked and frightened and  therefore they should be removed from society until they are no longer dangerous.  But society must never respond to children who have committed crimes as though they are somehow equal to adults fully formed in conscience and …

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Religious Education for First through Fifth Grade

Mission Statement

The Religious Education Program offers instruction to children in 1st through 5th grade. We are committed to sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ in the Catholic tradition through education and formation, celebrating liturgy and prayer, experiencing community and reaching out in service.

At Holy Family, we are delighted to partner with you and your child on this journey of faith!

The mission of our ministry is to help children develop a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and the Christian community and increase their knowledge of the core content of the Catholic faith. Together with the family, the parish, and our team, our goal is to plant seeds of faith to equip your child and your family to grow as disciples of Jesus.

Families Forming Disciples (FFD) is also a part of the calendar. FFD is a once-a-month family-centered approach to formation with the goals of educating, encouraging conversation between family members, and deepening a connection between families and the church community. These special Sunday sessions are for you and your child to attend.

Sacrament preparation for First Eucharist and reconciliation is a two-year process, usually beginning in first grade. Sacrament preparation is open to all children. Our office will guide families seeking sacraments for older children, including baptism.

We offer faith formation classes on Sunday mornings from 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM or Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Please upload a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate, including children baptized at Holy Family, when completing this form. We look forward to serving you!

Blessings,

Colette Villegas, PCL

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