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June Events

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Jesus is Coming to the Big Screen! See Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist in theaters this June 4, 5, and 6. The movie will be in theaters nationwide and will play at 4pm & 7pm. For more information, … Continue reading →

Special Needs Campaign

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SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPAIGN

The Knights of Columbus of St. Mary’s by the Sea are conducting their annual campaign to benefit children and adults with special needs.  All of the money collected stays in Huntington Beach and supports the Therapeutic Riding Center in Central Park.  The riding center strives to empower children with intellectual and developmental challenges to discover their greatest strengths and gain a sense of self-confidence and self-reliance through the special relationship with a horse. We will be collecting donations outside the church after Mass on February 24 and 25.  Your donation will provide scholarships for the children.    Checks may be made out to T. Riding Center.  You may also make a credit card donation. Your donation is tax-deductible. 

Pancake Breakfast January 28

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Pancake Breakfast January 28

The parish Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a breakfast, Sunday, Jan 28th after the 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 Masses.  Join your fellow parishioners for a breakfast of sausage, eggs, pancakes, coffee and juice after the first three morning Masses. Adults $5, children $4 and families (up to 5 members) $20. Proceeds benefit our Seminarian Scholarship Program.

 

December Events

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Poinsettias for Sale The Knights of Columbus will be selling Poinsettias after all the Masses Dec. 16th   & 17th. Each Poinsettia is beautifully wrapped in foil and is only $15 for one or two for $25. Plants can be taken … Continue reading →

Parish Events November

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Remembrance Mass

On Saturday, November 4th at the 8:00 am Mass, we will honor our dearly departed brothers and sisters who passed away from Nov. 2022 to Oct. 2023. If you have a loved one who’s funeral was held here during that time, please plan to attend the Mass. Their names will be displayed on a banner next to the Altar, and you will be given a special keepsake with their name on it. Remember to invite all your family and friends.

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Baby Blanket Sewing Session

Come help us complete our goal of making 100 baby blankets at our final session of 2023 on November 11th at 9:00 am in Fr. Johnson Hall. A light breakfast will be provided. We’d love to have you attend, and no sewing experience is necessary!

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Wheelchairs for Veterans

Our parish Knights of Columbus will be outside after each Mass Nov. 11 & 12 accepting donations for their “Wheelchairs for Veterans” campaign. For only $150, you can provide one wheelchair for a veteran. All donations are gratefully accepted. Last year, your donations provided 53 wheelchairs to deserving Veterans in Southern California. Please stop by their table and donate to this worthwhile cause. Checks should be made out to American Wheelchair Mission.

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Food Distribution

Our St. Vincent de Paul Society has re-opened the food bank, which has been closed since Covid. Now, every Thursday, from 4:00-5:30pm, they will be handing out food for the needy in the parking lot at the large bin.

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Parish Mission

Please mark your calendar to attend our Parish Mission on Saturday, Nov. 18th. Our guest speaker will be Fr. Pascal Nguyen, O.Praem, the pastor from St. John the Baptist Church. It will begin at 12:30 pm with lunch and an inspiring talk. There will also be confessions, adoration, and faith sharing, concluding with Mass at 5:00 pm. There are sign up sheets in the Vestibule of the Church to complete and return to the Office or the collection basket. You can also use the form attached to this notice. PLEASE SIGN UP

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Pennies From Heaven

This is the last Sunday where you can give to the “Pennies From Heaven” collection. This is where we asked you to bring in all of your loose change (and bills) to support several Orange County pro-life organizations. Please put your donation in the container near the church doors marked “Pennies From Heaven.” You can also bring your donations to the Church office Monday through Thursday

Rev. Eamon Mackin, CHS (10/6/1926-10/11/2023)

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Rev. Eamon Mackin, CHS (10/6/1926-10/11/2023)

*(NOTE: His funeral is this Friday, Oct. 20th beginning at 11:30am. See details at the end.)

Our beloved and dearly departed Father Eamon Mackin left this world last Wednesday, leaving a profound void in our hearts. Father Mackin, originally hailing from Ireland, embarked on a remarkable journey towards the priesthood, a path he did not tread until the ripe age of 42. His early career in the insurance industry took a remarkable turn when he chanced upon an advertisement in an Irish newspaper, beckoning those with a divine calling to join a small and dedicated order nestled in the heart of Argentina, the Crusaders of the Holy Spirit.

For over a decade, Father Mackin faithfully served as an Associate Priest alongside Father Johnson at St. Mary’s by the Sea, commencing his mission around 1994. His life was a testament to the transformative power of faith and the incredible journey of answering a higher calling.

As we bid farewell to this remarkable soul, we offer our prayers and gratitude for everything Father Mackin has bestowed upon us. He not only served as a Catholic Priest but also as a beacon of light and a source of unwavering support for those fortunate enough to know and love him. May his soul find eternal rest in the embrace of God. Thank you, Father Mackin, for your ceaseless prayers and boundless love.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

Holy Cross Cemetery
5835 W Slauson Ave in Culver City

  • Rosary on Friday, 10/20/23 at 11:30 am
  • Mass to follow
  • Burial at nearby crypt