TOGETHER IN MISSION 2012
“Be Imitators of … Christ” 1 Cor 11:1
Archbishop Gomez has sent a letter to past contributors to the Together In Mission campaign. If you receive this letter, please respond with a generous pledge to support the ministries, programs and services provided by the 35 parishes and 52 schools that receive these funds. On the weekends of February 11/12 and February 18/19, we will conduct the in-pew solicitation process so that those who do not receive the mailing will have an opportunity to make their pledges. As each household prayerfully reflects on the amount of the pledge, please reflect on the following question:
• DoI really believe that I have a duty to help others who are in need?
• Is what I give to the work of the Church enough to show how grateful I am for what God has given me?
• Do I appreciate how important every contribution to Together in Mission is to the people in the subsidized parishes and schools?
Please pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit as you consider the above questions and give generously according to what God has given to you.

WORLD DAY of the SICK
Next Saturday, Feb. 11th, is the Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes and also the World Day of the Sick.
We will have a special Anointing of the Sick following the 8am Mass that day..

LUNCHEON and ENTERTAINMENT
Back by popular demand, pianist Rush Robinson, will again entertain us with current songs as well as oldies but goodies! February 15th with lunch beginning at 11:30am. Donation is $30.00, and reservations can be mailed to Eleanor Williams, 876 Palo Verde, Long Beach 90815, or call her @562-431- 3853.

SAVE THESE DATES
Saturday, March 10th—St. Patrick’s Day Party
Sunday, April 22nd—Fashion Show, 3-5pm

PARISH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
To Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of St. Bartholomew Church this year, this pictorial directory will help connect names with faces and will capture the history of our church congregation. Sign-ups begin this weekend in the Social Hall after 5pm Mass on Saturday and all Masses on Sunday. Photographs will be taken February 8th through February 11th.
• Every participating family/individual that selects a pose for the directory will receive a free directory and a $25 gift certificate—no purchase necessary
• Only one visit to the Church for photography
• No cost to the participants or the Church
Please participate—the Directory won’t be complete without you. Volunteers are needed to help with sign-ups. Please call the Rectory.


MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY EVENT
Competition Day! All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are invited to a day of socializing, snacking and a little friendly competition! There will be something for everyone, even if you are not the competitive type! Fast passes will be sold Monday evening from 6-8 at the Youth Center (4545 E. Fourth St) and all are welcome to attend. If you can’t purchase a fast pass that evening, email Cindy Rodriguez at rodsquad12@msn.com for more information, or call 562-431-2414. This event is Sunday, Feb. 12th, at the Boys and Girls Club at the corner of Atlantic and DelAmo, across the street from the park and the YMCA, 2-4pm. Cost is $5 presale and $7 at the door. Pizza and goodies will be served, free of charge! DON’T MISS OUT!

GET ON THE BUS
This is a project that reunites children with their incarcerated mother or father. Volunteers are needed. Please contact parishioner, Rebecca Caudillo (562)438-3942, or attend the next meeting on Thursday, February 23rd, in the Jubilee Room, 7-8:00pm.

NEW LIFE BEGINNINGS THRIFT SHOP
Volunteers are needed to staff Treasure Hunt Thriftique, 1178 E. Anaheim, just off Alamitos in Long Beach. This store benefits their shelter for homeless, pregnant women and their children. For more information and to volunteer, please call (562) 218-0818.

CENTERING PRAYER
Come and spend an hour in a lovely, peaceful setting, to listen, reflect, respond and rest in God. Join us in Centering Prayer every 2nd and 4th Monday in the Church at 7:00pm. For information: Pat (562) 243-8460; or, Melissa (562)434-1998.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults):  How Does a Person Become a Catholic?
Thinking about becoming a Catholic? Have you ever thought about becoming a Catholic, or completing your Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation? Have you felt something inside calling you to look a little deeper? Are you curious about Catholicism? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, we invite you to “Come & See!” Inquiry sessions about the Catholic faith are every Wednesday from 7:00-8:30pm in the Jubilee Room. Inquiry is the first step in the four-step process of faith formation known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). For more information, please call Ted or Kathleen Flood (562)434-3163.

PARISH COMMUNITY GROUP: - SHARING OURSELVES
Our parishioner outreach service has been a longstanding mission of the Community Group and is still available to our parishioners. It is our mission to try to help home-bound or other parishioners who need assistance. Volunteers who want to assist and visit parishioners who require help are very much needed. If you would like to help or if you know of someone who needs assistance, contact: Linda Gager (562)433- 2985. Sponsored by our Parish Community Group.

LEGION OF MARY
Meets every Wednesday, 8:45am, in the Jubilee Room. Everyone is welcome.