Greetings and Welcome!

Grace and Peace from God our Father and the Lord
Jesus Christ. The Catholic-Christian faith community of
Corpus Christi in Aliso Viejo greets you and invites you
to share our Mission and participate in the development
of our community, The Body of Christ.
Fr. Tim
and the
Corpus Christi Pastoral Team
A Catholic-Christian Faith Community
within the Diocese of Orange
Through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, our Catholic-Christian community seeks to
fully understand, embrace, and live as Gods children and disciples of Jesus Christ.
Corpus Christi Catholic-Christian Community Mission Statement
MASS AND SACRAMENT SCHEDULE
Weekend Masses:
Saturday: 5 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12 Noon
Weekday Masses:
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00 a.m.
Holy Days: 7:00 p.m.,(Vigil) 8 a.m.
Sacraments:
Reconciliation: By appointment; Thursdays 6:30pm
Baptism: By appointment following contact with
the baptism coordinator, Linda Kmett 492-2361
Marriage: Contact parish office 6 months in advance
Anointing of the Sick: Upon request
Confirmation: Teens contact Haven
Vini Nunez 831-2349
Adults contact Parish Office 389-9008
MINISTRY COORDINATORS
Liturgical Ministry
Lectors Janice Patronite 448-0945
Julie Pomerleau 362-3580
Eucharistic Ministers Jim Long 362-7750
Music Director Paul Nguyen 714-553-5957
Altar Care Cathy Koperek 380-8388
Liturgy Stacey Settelmayer 297-8517
Faith Formation
Baptismal Info. Linda Kmett 492-2361
Adult Faith Formation (RCIA) Fr. Tim 389-9011
Guppies (3 & 4 year olds) Betina Pang 697-5992
CLOW (5 to 11 year olds) Betina Pang 697-5992
Little Hands of Faith(Walking 1 & 2 yr olds) Betina Pang 697-5992
FISH - Family Ministry (1st-5th grade) Carina Palomino 389-9008
Haven Youth Ministry (9th-12th grade) Vini Nunez 831-2349
JAMS Youth Ministry (6th-8th grade) Vini Nunez 831-2349

Administrative and Finance
Pastoral Council Chris Watson 243-7682
Jean Conklin 831-4212
Janet Cheetham 495-9155
Maria Fider 636-3516
Jim Bresnen 218-1803
Ron Hill 742-0610
Carina Palomino 351-2223
Ryan Bragg 521-751-4285
Finance Committee Dan Newkirk 837-2545
Parish Secretary Betty ONeil 389-9295
Parish Admin. Asst./Receptionist Susan Hays 389-9008
Facilities Manager Marc Jordan 389-1936
Stewardship/Capital Campaign Stacey Settelmayer 297-8517
Pastoral Outreach
The Bread of Life-Eucharistic
Ministry to the Homebound Meedie Younger 714-270-0269
My Fathers House/Bereavement Patty Whaley 768-6485
Hands Across the County Linda Palomino 290-3424
Beta Foster Care Parish Liaison
Community Service
Post Mass Hospitality Jerry Beck 448-0548
Greeters/Pre-Mass Hospitality Pat Hile 633-3025
Mass Setup Ministry Steve Gottron 581-6681
Scrip Pam Rumi 554-5003
Web Site Stacey Settelmayer 297-8517
Maintenance Ministry Kevin McGinn 714-815-6198
Fingerprinting/Safe Environment Susan Hays 389-9008
Social
MOPS Dot Blanchi 714-325-1766
First Saturday Mens Fellowship Brian Brassil 212-5994
Corpus Christi Scouting Troop 700 David Real 360-7256
Corpus Christi Cub Scout Pack 700 Shawn Collins 241-5562
POPS Rick Zimmer 466-8266

CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH OFFICE
Pastor Rev. Timothy L. Ramaekers
27231 Aliso Viejo Parkway, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Phone: 949-389-9008 FAX: 949-831-6540
Rectory (Emergency Only): 949-831-3545
Diocese of Orange Clergy/Diocesan Personnel Misconduct
Toll Free Reporting Line 1-800-364-3064
WWW.AVCATHOLICS.ORG
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Liturgy of the Week
March 16th
2nd Sunday of Lent

TODAYS READINGS

First Reading -- The LORD said to Abram: All the families of the earth shall find blessing in you (Genesis 12:1-4a)
Psalm -- Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33).
Second Reading -- God has called us to a holy life, not because of our works but according to grace (2 Timothy 1:8b-10).
Gospel -- Atop a high mountain, Jesus was transfigured before Peter, James, and John (Matthew 17:1-9).

READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY

Sunday, March 23rd: Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42]
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES

Sunday, March 16th: Second Sunday of Lent
Monday, March 17th: St. Patrick
Tuesday, March 18th: St. Cyril of Jerusalem
Wednesday, March 19th: St. Joseph
Thursday, March 20th: Spring begins
Friday, March 21st: Abstinence


It may seem odd to hear the Gospel of the Transfiguration of Jesus during Lent. Wouldn't it fit better after Easter? After all,
the disciples who witnessed it did not tell anyone else about it until after the Resurrection (Matthew 17:9). An answer is
found a few verses after our Gospel selection. Jesus tells the disciples that he will suffer (Matthew 17:12). The vision of Je-
sus' glory shared by Peter, James, and John was meant to help them not to become discouraged by Jesus' death on the
cross. The story encourages us during the long season of Lent to be faithful to our prayers, our Lenten sacrifices, and our
charity because we have seen a glimpse of the glory that is coming. Some of the details in the Gospel can help us under-
stand. First, we hear about Jesus' appearance, that "his face shone like the sun" (Matthew 17:2). Just as we can't look di-
rectly at the sun, so people thought that if they looked at the face of God they would die. If the disciples didn't believe that
Jesus was the Son of God before, they surely did now. For us this can be a reminder that God is with us during this season of
Lent, helping our faith to grow. Next, the three disciples see Moses and Elijah, who were signs that Jesus fulfills the law and
the prophets. But when Peter tries to keep them around by offering to set up tents for them, the voice of God interrupts.
God tells them that now they should listen to Jesus. The Gospel tells us to keep our eyes on Jesus throughout Lent. Do I
grumble about Lent, seeing it is as another set of laws to be obeyed? Perhaps I'm forgetting that Lent is not about how much
I do for God, but a time to reflect on what God has done for me. The last line of the Gospel has Jesus admonishing the three
not to tell anyone about their vision until after his resurrection. Maybe the disciples were tempted to brag that they were
better than the other followers of Jesus. This reminds us that the sacrifices of Lent don't just make us look holy; they lead us
to the new life of Easter.
Tom Schmidt, Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co.




A chip on the shoulder is the heaviest load anyone can carry.
--Anonymous
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During the Lenten season, Stations of the Cross will be
offered on the following Fridays.







Each evening will begin in the Grand Hall

Date Time Hosted by
March 21st 7pm Hospitality
March 28th 7pm Hands Across the County
April 4th 7pm Pastoral Council*
(Soup served prior to station walk)*
April 11th 7pm First Saturday Mens Fellowship

Gone Fishing

Are you a great fisher?
Do you want to be part of an exciting opportunity to help form the children of Corpus Christi?

Then Father Tim could be fishin for you.

The Catholic - Christian faith community of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Aliso Viejo, Ca. is searching for a Coordinator
of Faith Formation for Children - also known as F.I.S.H. (Faith Initiative Starts at Home) .

This person would be responsible for overseeing the childrens faith formation program (1st - 5th grade) which would
include intergenerational group events, sacramental preparation (First Reconciliation and First Eucharist), R.C.I.A. adapted
for children, and Summer Vacation Bible School.

Experience is helpful but not necessary. Prospective coordinator must be fully initiated into the Roman Catholic faith
(Baptism, First Eucharist & Confirmation)

If you think this could be you please contact Fr. Tim Ramaekers at frtim@corpuschristialisoviejo.org for a job description,
application, and/or further conversation.
Lenten Penance Service

Corpus Christis parish Lenten Penance service will be held
on Wednesday, March 26th at 7:00pm in the Grand Hall.

Sacrament of Penance (Confessions) in our neighboring
parishes, during the Season of Lent

March 24, 7:00 p.m. St. Edward the Confessor in Dana Point
March 26, 7:00 p.m. Corpus Christi in Aliso Viejo
April 7, 7:00 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima in San Clemente
April 9, 7:00 p.m. Mission San Juan Capistrano
April 10, 7:00 p.m. St. Timothy in Laguna Niguel
April 15, 7:00 p.m. St. Catherine of Siena in Laguna Beach

The 2014 Corpus Christi College Scholarship

The Corpus Christi College Scholarship (CCCS) is a merit based financial aid grant ($5,000) awarded to an individual student
for the purpose of furthering her/his education. The Scholarship is awarded annually based on a range of criteria that reflect
the values of our Corpus Christi Catholic-Christian Community as well as the abilities and potential of the student applicant.
Who is eligible to apply? Graduating students whose families are registered, financially participating members of Corpus
Christi Catholic-Christian Community (verifiable registration, weekly Offertory/Stewardship and yearly Pastoral Services Ap-
peal) since March 2012 may apply for this award. Applications are now available on the Concierge Shelves. Completed
applications are due April 26, 2014.
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YOUTH MINISTRY HAPPENINGS...


Haven (High School)
Apr 26 Keep Your Head Up - Keeping your faith in the world.
May 10 Being Purposeful and Proactive Christian Leaders

JAMS (Middle School)
March 28-30 JAMS Retreat (off site)
April 27 545-8p Praying with Music
Confirmation Year 1
Mar 23 6-7p Make Up Session
Apr 26 4-5p The Holy Spirit
Apr 27 6-7p Make up Session
Confirmation Year 2
Mar 23 6-7p Make up session
Mar 14-16 Confirmation Year 2 Retreat (off site)
2
nd
Annual Family on a Mission:
Corpus Christi Service Weekend


SAVE the DATE!

Friday, July 11
th
& Saturday, July 12
th



Join your Corpus Christi Family as we put our rich tradition of Catholic Social Teaching
and Service into Action!
Friday evening orientation (7:00 pm 8:30 pm):
We will come together on Friday evening to learn about Catholic social teaching and the Catholic tradition of
service, as well as the non-profit organizations we have partnered with to serve our community.
Soup and salad will be served.
Saturday Service Day (8:00 am 7:00 pm):
We will begin the morning with breakfast before we participate in prayer and a send-off to our respective
work sites. We will work on various community service projects, where we will enjoy a specially delivered boxed
lunch, and return to the parish to reflect on our day, participate in the 5:00 pm Mass,
and enjoy dinner together.
Who can participate?
Adults and families are welcome to register to participate in our Family Service Weekend. Children must be 7
years of age or older to participate. Families with children will be placed at work sites with appropriate service and
activities designed for children, but minors may not participate without at least one parent.


Contact Caryn Broesamle, Linda Palomino or Carina Palomino at
handsacrossthecounty@gmail.com for more information

First Saturday Men's Fellowship Breakfast
and gathering on Saturday, April 5th

Come and enjoy breakfast and fellowship at the First Saturday
Men's Fellowship on Saturday, April 5th. Don Watson will pre-
sent "Holy Week, The Greatest Week in the history and future of
the world". The session will be informative, interactive and true
to the spirit of Lent" I encourage you to join us. We begin with a
Hearty Breakfast served at 7:30 am in the Lower Hall. If you
would like to help out preparing the food, extra hands are al-
ways welcome but you do need to arrive early, between 6 &
6:30am. Gathering ends promptly at 9:30am.

For any questions, please contact Brian Brassil at 949-212-5994/
misterb50@gmail.com or
Jim Bresnen, 714-615-1033 or jimbresnen@yahoo.com
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Networking and Employment Transition Support (NETS) Ministry

So, your expertise at networking and your expertly crafted resume have finally paid off. You have been selected for an inter-
view! Dont panic, lets prepare instead! Dr. Bob Adamik will introduce the Psychological Clock Model and will teach you
how to incorporate Behavioral Interviewing techniques into the classic one hour interview at our next NETS meeting on
Thursday, March 27, 2014, beginning at 7:30 pm in Rooms 1 & 2. He will address the major issues surrounding interview
techniques and will prepare you to master the art of the toughest interviews. Bob will demonstrate the specific skills re-
quired for behavioral interviewing, and he will discuss the entire interview cycle in detail. This strategic presentation is a
must for anyone wishing to vastly improve their responses and participation during important job interviews. Bob has
trained hundreds of managers and employees in Fortune 500 and Fortune 10 organizations, and he has been a speaker for
several conferences where he enjoys meeting networkers in transition. His ETHOS Networking Group, for those in transition,
has assisted over 2,000 people from all work disciplines. As a Certified Behavioral Interview Analyst, Bob will teach you the
best techniques to help you land your next position. You really dont want to miss this great opportunity!

Kindly RSVP by contacting Mark Miller
at mwmiller@kleinfelder.com or 949-585-3108.
Second Week of Lent
CRS Rice Bowl Reflection: Guatemala



This week, CRS Rice Bowl invites us to enter into solidarity
with the people of Guatemala. We are encouraged to re-
flect on the Catholic social teaching principle, Rights and
Responsibilities, and reminded that as Christians, we are
called to uphold and protect the basic rights of others. Let
us pray this week for our brothers and sisters in Guate-
mala and all around the world, that we may come to
know and protect the rights of all people.



If you need Operation Rice Bowl materials, they are avail-
able on the concierge shelves. For more information, con-
tact Corpus Christis Hands Across the County ministry at
handsacrossthecounty@gmail.com
Ecumenical Prayer Service
for Christian Unity
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Christ Cathedral Campus Arboretum
13280 Chapman Avenue
Garden Grove, Ca 92840
This year Bishop Vann and Bishop Carcano of the United
Methodist Church will pray together and speak on the
Christian response to Immigration Reform. Catholic and
Methodist Choirs will be on hand. A reception will follow
the service. All are invited.
The Joy of Being Catholic
with radio personality Mark Hart
March 30 at 7:00PM and March 31 at 9:30AM and 7 PM
Our Lady Queen of Angels Church
2100 Mar Vista, Newport Beach


Come laugh and pray with bestselling author and popular
Catholic speaker Mark Hart at Our Lady Queen of Angels
Lenten mission on March 30 and 31. Hart will explore The
Joy of Being Catholic in a set of talks drawing on Scriptures
wisdom, the Churchs teaching and his own infectious enthu-
siasm for all things Catholic. Harts broad appeal spans all
ages, so join us as we learn how to remain joyfully Catholic in
the midst of modern concerns. There will be refreshments
Go forth from the land of your kinsfolk and from your fathers house to a land that I will show you. Genesis 12:1
God calls all of us to leave behind our old ways and to follow Him, placing our complete trust in Him. Some of the old ways
that we may have to struggle to leave behind might be materialism, selfishness and greed. Yet God promises to show us a
new land, a better place than the rat race we often live in now.