75th Anniversary Celebration Details

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ.

On September 14, 2025, we will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of our parish. For 75 years, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish has proclaimed the gospel of our Lord Christ to the residents of this Northeast part of Pasadena and beyond.Β For 75 years, our parish has welcomed people into our Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism, reconciling people with God through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and ministered to the sick through the Sacrament of Anointing.

For 75 years, this parish has helped young couples start their families by celebrating their marriage and educating their children. Our TK through 8th grade elementary school has given thousands of children a good start in life.Β Most importantly, the parish has formed and nourished our community through the daily celebration of the Eucharist. We have done and will continue to do these and many more.

While the 75th anniversary celebration is on September 14, 2025, we will begin on September 14/15th with preliminary celebrations leading up to our anniversary. There will be different events throughout the year. Below are the events lined up for this Celebration. Be part of these events and attend. We want everyone to be part of this celebration. Below is a list of various committees.

Therefore, sign up for one or more committees. We need volunteers! You can contact Mr. Guido Galli, the Coordinator of our 75th Anniversary Celebration. For more information on different committees, he can be reached at guyroosters@yahoo.com or call the rectory at 626-792-1343.

The theme for the 75th Anniversary Celebration is THE FAITH AND HOPE WE INHERITED. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI declared that year the Year of Faith. Pope Francis indicated that 2025 is a Year of Hope. This is our Year of Faith and Hope. Let us use this year to renew our faith and hope in God and this parish community. We have lined up events to help us achieve this goal.

Sincerely, your brother in Christ

Fr. Mike Ume, Pastor

 

Celebrations Leading up to Our Anniversary

 

SEPTEMBER 2024

πŸ“… 14th and 15th: Inauguration of the 75th Anniversary celebration.

OCTOBER 2024

πŸ™ Recitation of the Rosary before Mass emphasizing the Year of Faith at all Masses except 9 a.m.

πŸ“– 2nd at 6:30 pm: Discussion on Faith

✈️ 7th – 18th: Pilgrimage to Italy

πŸ’’ 27th – 28th: Anointing of the Sick at all Masses.

NOVEMBER 2024

🍽️ 23rd: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.

DECEMBER 2024

πŸŽ… 1st: St. Nicolas Celebration for Parish Children. [Photos]

FEBRUARY 2025

🏠 1st: Discussion on Faith, Family, and Parish Life

πŸ’ƒ 8th: Valentine’s Dinner and Dance.Β Β Cancelled due to Eaton Canyon Fire

MARCH 2025

πŸ“… TBA: Three-Day Parish Mission

☘️ 16th: Joint celebration of St. Joseph and St. Patrick’s Day.

APRIL 2025

β›ͺ 3rd: One-Day Retreat at Franciscan Retreat House in Malibu

🍽️ 16th: Passover/Seder Meal

🐣 20th: Easter Egg Hunt

β›³ 23rd: Golf Tournament and Dinner.

MAY 2025

πŸ‘‘ 7th: Discussion on “Who is Mary?”

πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ TBA: Mother-Child Breakfast (10 a.m. to Noon).

JUNE 2025

πŸ•ŠοΈ Spiritual Preparing for Our Celebration.

⏳ June 13th: Begins 10 Days of Holy Hour.

✝️ June 23rd: Corpus Christi Procession.

SEPTEMBER 2025

πŸŽ‰ 14th: 75th Anniversary Celebration!

 

🌟75th Anniversary Committees🌟

 

Lecture and Retreat Committee

πŸ“§ Coordinator: Guido Galli (guyroosters@yahoo.com)

Headed by: Fr. Mike Ume β›ͺ

What does this committee do?

This committee helps organize discussions on Faith and Hope πŸ•ŠοΈ, including a special talk on October 2 about “Who is Mary?” πŸ’™. We’re also planning a three-day and one-day parish retreat at Malibu’s beautiful Franciscan Retreat Center. Volunteers are needed to make these events spiritually enriching and successful.

 

Volunteer Dinner Committee

πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Headed by: Kathy Tracy and Mary Parra

πŸ“ž Contact: 626-792-1343

What does this committee do?

Volunteers are the heart ❀️ of our community! To show our appreciation during our 75th Anniversary πŸŽ‰, this committee will organize a special Volunteer Dinner 🍽️. Help us say β€œthank you” to the people who keep our parish thriving.

 

Couple Retreat/Valentine’s Dinner Committee

πŸ’‘ Headed by: John and Griselda Chavez

πŸ“§ Contact: john.chavez2007@gmail.com

What does this committee do?

Families are the domestic church 🏑, and couples are its foundation πŸ’•. In partnership with the Office of Family Life, we plan a one-day couple’s retreat on February 1, 2025 πŸ•ŠοΈ. We’re also organizing a Valentine’s Dance πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί on February 8, 2025. We need volunteers to help make these events meaningful and fun!

 

Golf Tournament & Dinner Committee

β›³ Headed by: Benard Pastorik

πŸ“§ Contact: bernpastorik@gmail.com

What does this committee do?

We’re hosting our first-ever parish Golf Tournament! πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ No golf experience is necessaryβ€”bring your enthusiasm πŸŽ‰. Volunteers are needed to help organize the tournament and the dinner afterward 🍽️. Let’s make this a day to remember!

 

Mother & Child Brunch Committee

πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Headed by: Sally Pastorik

πŸ“§ Contact: salpastorik@gmail.com

What does this committee do?

There’s no bond like that between a mother and child. In celebration of our 75th Anniversary 🌟, we’re organizing a special Mother’s Day Brunch πŸ₯‚. Join us in creating a beautiful event that honors all the mothers in our community.

 

Holy Hour and Corpus Christi Procession Committe✝️

What does this committee do?

As part of our 75th Anniversary spiritual journey, we will expose the Blessed Sacrament after the 8:15 AM Mass for 10 days straight. This is a time for deep reflection and renewal of faith ✨. Volunteers are needed to help organize the Holy Hour and Corpus Christi Procession.

 

St. Patrick and St. Joseph Tables Committee

πŸ€ Headed by: Mary Parra and Olivia Davidson

πŸ“ž Contact: 626-792-1343

What does this committee do?

After last year’s success with the St. Joseph’s Table, we’re adding a St. Patrick’s Table ☘️. Proceeds will support the Religious Education Program πŸ“š and the San Gabriel Pregnancy Center πŸ‘Ά. We need your help to make this a fun and meaningful celebration!

 

Souvenir Committee🎁

What does this committee do?

We want our 75th Anniversary to be unforgettable! πŸ’« This committee will create souvenirs πŸ›οΈ to commemorate this special year. We’re looking for creative minds and a leader to bring these ideas to life. Join us in making lasting memories!

 

September 14th Committee

πŸŽ‰ This is our grand finale! πŸŽ‰ The culmination of our 75th Anniversary Celebration will occur on September 14, 2025 πŸ—“οΈ. We’ll need plenty of volunteers for various subcommittees, so please consider joining us to make this event extraordinary 🌟. More details to come in January!

 

 

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for February 2025

January: For the right to an education

Let us pray for migrants, refugees, and those affected by war, that their right to an education, which is necessary to build a better world, might always be respected.

 

February: For vocations to the priesthood and religious life

Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friends in Deed Bad Weather Shelter Volunteers Needed!

Friends in Deed has asked us to coverΒ  the following Sundays for the Friends in Deed Bad Weather Shelter 2025 Season:

February 16

March 2, 16, 30

April 13, 27

6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Help fellow parishioners set up cots; welcome guests; and prepare, heat and serve meals at the Bad Weather Shelter at Trinity Lutheran Church, 977 E. Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106 (enter behind the church from Locust St.). The shelter opens when the forecast is 40 degrees or below, 40% chance of rain, or 40 mph winds.

If you are interested in helping on any of ABVM’s assigned nights, know someone who might be interested, or have any questions, contact Susan Spraul at 314-605-3494 orΒ smspraul@yahoo.com.

Thanks for your assistance with this important and rewarding ministry.

Have a blessed New Year.

Here is a description of the work to be done:

Volunteers should come at 6:30pm and will be done by 9:00-9:30pm.Β  You should have a minimum of 8 people in your group.Β  Volunteers help with shelter setup of cots, tables and chairs, will heat the meals and serve them, do client sign in and hand out blankets and other items.Β  You are free to bring donations such asΒ toiletries, socks, cold weather clothing, ponchos, treats, etc. to hand out.Β  The day you are scheduled will be weather activated, but we will know 48 hours in advanceΒ if we will be open.

 

If you are interested, contact Susan Spraul-(314) 605-3494

smspraul@yahoo.com

 

Faith Formation and Youth Mass News

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Faith Formation

Religious Education Sundays

February 23 – No Class-9:00AM

March 2 – Class-9:00AM

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Teen Confirmation Mondays

February 24-Year I-7:00PM

March 3-Year II-7:00PM

Teen Confirmation is a two year program serving Freshman and Sophomores in Catholic and non-Catholic High Schools.

For further information and to register contact: Cheli Valdez, at (626)792-6844 or cvaldez@abvmpasadena.org


YouthΒ Mass andΒ Youth Night

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Enjoy aΒ nightΒ of fellowship with yourΒ friends at our Youth Mass andΒ Night!Β  We invite all teens currently in our Confirmation program and those who have been confirmed, to attendΒ the YouthΒ Mass at 5:00PM andΒ Youth Night at 6:00-8:00pm atΒ Msgr. Crean Hall.Β We request that the teens come to Mass and sit together in the reserved seats at Mass before attending Youth Night.

This socialΒ givesΒ teensΒ the opportunity to have fun and build a community. A light dinner will be served. For questions, please call Ms. Cheli atΒ (626) 792-6844Β or email atΒ cvaldez@abvmpasadena.org.