Parish News

Fellowship, Coffee & Donuts 

Join us for Fellowship, Coffee & Donuts on Sunday, May 15, after the 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am Masses in the Parish Hall. Hosted by the Wednesday Night Bible Study. Donations are free will and will support the ministry of the Wednesday Night Bible Study. Please be generous.
 

Bingo Night – May 13

The St. Bartholomew Women’s Council will host a Bingo Night on Friday, May 13, 5:30-9:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Cost is $25 (Includes 2 Bingo cards, Chili dinner and Fun!). Checks can be made payable to “St. Bartholomew Women’s Council.” Mail checks to 280 Claremont Ave., Long Beach CA 90803. For reservations, call Judy Houston at (562) 434-5011. Reservations were required by May 8.
 

Parish Choir Resumes – May 15

With hearts filled with gratitude we are delighted to announce that the parish adult choir will return Sunday, May 15, at the 11:00 am Mass. The choir has been rehearsing weekly since the end of April and Brian Archambault, Music Director, reports that membership remains strong after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The choir will continue to sing Sundays at the 11:00 am Mass through the Solemnity of Pentecost, will break for the summer, and will return in the fall. All are invited to attend 11:00 am Mass and hear the choristers raise their voices in glory to God.
 

Wednesday Night Bible Study – May 25

The Wednesday Night Bible Study will next meet on Wednesday, May 25, 6:30-8:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Everyone is welcome. Come deepen your knowledge of our faith and build community with fellow parishioners.
 

Memorial Day Mass – May 30

All are welcome to attend a Memorial Mass on Monday, May 30, at 10:00 am at All Souls Catholic Cemetery, 4400 Cherry Ave., Long Beach. Principal Celebrant will be Bishop Marc Trudeau, D.D., V.G. Father Mark A. Strader will concelebrate.
 

Easter to Pentecost Virtual Retreat with Beth McPherson – June 1

Do you know that the Easter season lasts 50 days from Easter Sunday until Pentecost? Join parishioner Beth McPherson on Wednesday, June 1, for an online Easter to Pentecost Retreat at 6:45-8:15 pm. We will experience Lumen Divina, that is, a piece of music, an image, and a sacred reading as ways to reflect on God's presence in our lives. Join us as we take an hour and a half to pause and ponder the journey from Easter to Pentecost. Please call the Parish Office for reservations.

About the facilitator: Beth retired after decades of working in mission integration and ministry formation in Catholic healthcare. She also serves as a Eucharistic Minister at the 11:00 am Mass and is a member of the Finance Council.
 

Faith Formation Playlist – Updated for Easter and Month of May for the Blessed Mother

The St. Bart Faith Formation Program is pleased to present a collection of resources in a Faith Formation Playlist for exploring your faith. How would you like to deepen your faith and become closer to God? Choose the resources from the Playlist Menu that fit your interest and schedule. Participate independently or engage with your parish community. Questions? Contact Kellie De Leo at (562) 438-3826, Ext. 250 or KDeLeo@la-archdiocese.org.
 

Requesting Anointing of the Sick
If Someone in Your Family Becomes Seriously Ill
 
Please contact us at (562) 438-3826 as early on as possible for the Anointing of the Sick. This sacrament is not intended to be last rites; rather, we should think of it as Our Lord’s special presence and companionship in this serious time of need.

Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or medical care facility and received more than once. Our Parish will aim to offer the sacrament at a Sunday Mass on a quarterly basis. If someone should die without anointing, remember that it is like Baptism in that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares. God Bless.