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Adoración Nocturna

Como cristianos católicos nos juntamos para adorar a Jesús cuando está presente en la eucaristía o en el tabernáculo ó sobre el altar. Rezamos por paz en el mundo, por vocaciones religiosas, los enfermos, los pobres, los niños y adolescentes, nuestro papa y por todo el mundo.

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Adult Confirmation

For adults who have been baptized and have received their first Holy Communion, and would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. This program is approximately 18 weeks.

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Altar Servers

We train students to serve at the altar and assist the priest at liturgies.

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Altar Society

We invite you to join us to clean the church and the sanctuary, wash linens, sew and repair altar cloths, and prepare the church for daily mass. We work together once a week; many hands make light work!

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Anointing of the Sick

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Baptismal Preparation of Children

The preparation for baptism is designed to help parents understand the theology of the sacrament and help them prepare for the baptism of their child. Parents need to complete a baptismal information form that is available at the parish center and attend an interview and two classes prior to the baptism. For more information please see the Baptism section of the Sacraments page.

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"Because We Care" Ministry

Our ministry is to help those who are in need, especially those who have nothing to eat. We provide a pantry with basic canned food.

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Bereavement

We help support families following the death of a loved one. We will be available to assist in planning the funeral liturgies and offer help in other areas. Our goal is to promote healing both spiritual and emotional, through our presence, support and prayer. We want no member of our parish community to grieve alone.

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Bible Study

English

We meet to understand the readings each week and to understand the Bible and how it applies to our lives.

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Boy Scouts, Troop 394

We provide an educational program for boys and young men to build character, to train in the responsibilities of citizenship and to develop person fitness. We offer young people fun and adventure and instill in them lifetime values of leadership, ethics, and character.

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Charismatic Healing Mass

We gather once a month for a charismatic healing mass. We are blessed with gifted priests from all over the archdiocese who preside at the masses and conduct individual and communal healing services.

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Church Environment and Art

We create and maintain the environment of St. Linus church for the major liturgical seasons and feasts, as well as special holidays like Mother's Day and Thanksgiving. It's lots of fun and hard work, but very rewarding when we see how we have enhanced the worship space. Come and help---we always need men and women to help with major feasts.

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Church Florist

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Communion Ministers to the Sick

When the sick and homebound cannot come to the church, we come to them with the Eucharist and the blessings of the parish community. Ours goal is that no one is ever deprived of the Eucharist because they are unable to join us for mass.

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Cursillo Ultreya - Spanish

En cursillo, ayudamos a los asistentes a descubrír su vocación personal para realizarla en y para la comunidad. Ultreyas son para mantener vivo en el cursillista y posibles candidatos el espiritu de conversion cristiana progresiva.

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Filipino Association

We are Filipinos who promote a loving and warm community where love of God and Jesus Christ are evident in our praise and worship of Him. We maintain our Filipino culture and tradition (such as Simbang Gabi) and fully support the special activities of the parish such as the Oktoberfest and parish ministries.

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Finance Council

We assist and advise the pastor in overseeing and controlling the financial affairs of the parish. Members are selected by the pastor.

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First Friday and Saturday Devotions

Santo Niño Novena

First Friday Mass and Holy Hour

First Friday Mass and All Night Adoration

For 3rd Friday Mass and All Night Adoration (Spanish), see Adoración Nocturna

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Funerals

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Golden Age Club

We bring together seniors, 50 years and older, for an afternoon of fun and relaxation. We share a potluck meal and often play bingo for prizes. We have many outings, bus trips and special events. We come together in fellowship, support and prayer. All seniors are welcome, even if they are not parishioners.

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Guadalupanas

Aumentanos en los fieles la fe y la devoción a la Sma. Virgen, por medio del santo rosario. Acercarlos mas a Cristo a traves de la vida y apariciones de la Virgen.

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Jovenes para Cristo

Nuestra misión es llevar las buenas nuevas de Dios a todos, mediante un proceso de formación que busca ser integro, contínuo y sistemático, que busquen la conversión sincera del corazón para ser verdaderos discipulos de Jesús en todas las dimensiones de la vida.

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Knights of Columbus #10623

The Knights are a Catholic fraternal order of men which was founded by Fr. Michael McGivney to serve the parish community and support each other and their families when in need. The Knights dedicate themselves to the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. Membership is open to all practicing Catholic men 18 and over.

Past Grand Knights

Squires

We prepare Catholic young men to become leaders among their fellow citizens, by taking active roles in The Squires Circle, coming to meetings, and to volunteer their time and help the church.

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Legion of Mary

Praesidium

Curia

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Liturgy Committee

Our goal is the active participation of all the worshipping community in our liturgies. We invite you to consider becoming a liturgical minister (usher, Eucharistic minister or reader) at our masses on weekends and special holy days.

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Liturgia en Español (Spanish Mass)

Lectores

Ministros de La Eucaristía

Monaguillos (Altar Servers)

Cooperamos con la comunidad Hispana para preparar las misas semanales. Hastan invitados y preparence para tener un buen tiempo y un tiempo espiritual.

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Mother of Perpetual Help and St. Jude Novena

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Music

Music Director: Emil Salud

Children's Choir

English Adult Choir

Filipino Choirs

Contact: Lita Abad
(562) 860-2117
2nd and 3rd Sun. | 7:30 P.M. Mass

Handbells

Members enjoy discovering the intricacies of handbell ringing and learn to work together to produce one unified sound. The beautiful music created serves to enhance the community's worship experience. The handbell choirs ring for our Thanksgiving Mass, Christmas Concert, Christmas Midnight Mass, and other special events during the year. We are looking for committed ringers who are dedicated for making beautiful music unto the Lord. Musical experience is not required--but enthusiasm is!

Spanish Choirs

Contacto: Tomas Muro
Practicar: Sun. | 10 A.M.
Cantámos: 3rd Sun. | Misa de las 12

Young Adult Band

We are a contemporary group with an energetic sound, accompanied by piano, acoustic and electric guitars, drums, wind and string instruments, as well as percussion. The band serves as music ministers at the Sunday 5:30 P.M. Youth Mass and participates in concerts and special events throughout the year. The group has recorded two CDs.

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Oktoberfest

Our yearly fall festival, this is the largest fundraiser for the parish. It takes a lot of work, but it is very rewarding.

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Prayer Groups

"Elohim" (Filipino)

Trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and the intercession of Mother Mary, we dedicate ourselves to building a community of prayer for the greater honor and glory of God.

Grupo de Oración (Spanish)

Orar por las necesidades del pueblo; crecer nuestra fe en Cristo y renovar la acción Católica.

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RCIA

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults restores the ancient practices of initiation into the Church through conversion, liberation and redemption in the person of Jesus, the Christ. Those who have not been baptized or who have not completed their sacraments will join us through a spiritual journey with the entire parish community by deepening their awareness and commitment to be disciples of Christ. Come share in the journey!

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Religious Education

Grados 1-3 (Spanish)

Grades 3-8 (English)

Grades K-5 (English)

Special Needs Students

We provide religious instruction and faith formation for elementary students not attending a Catholic school. We have openings for gifted and spiritual catechists. Our sacrament program is three years, including basic formation and four months of specific sacramental preparation. Parent involvement is appreciated and encouraged.

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Religious Goods Store

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Religious Vocations

Our purpose is to promote and encourage vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life. Our goal is to have at least one candidate in the seminary, deacon formation and novitiate all the time. We encourage everyone to pray for vocations and to invite possible candidates to consider such a commitment.

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Separated & Divorced Group

The Separated & Divorced Group of Saint Linus is a concerned Catholic resource for those suffering the grief surrounding the end of a marriage/relationship and to promote healing. We offer a safe environment where persons experiencing a broken relationship may find spiritual and emotional help on their healing journey with renewed hope. As a peer ministry, this program will help deal with the natural grief process and offer an opportunity, through God for turning the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth.

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St. Linus School

The goal of St. Linus School is to build a faith community where the gospel message of Jesus and Catholic beliefs, values and doctrine are promoted as an integral part of the daily lived experience of our student body and their families. We seek to motivate our students to use their talents to serve others and to help them become more aware of their responsibility to foster peace, justice and morality in how they live. Come and be part of the St. Linus School family!

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Ushers

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Wedding & Quinceañeras

To start the process, come to the Parish Center to fill out the form needed. Please see our Marriage & Quinceañera sections for more information on requirements and the process.

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Young Adult Ministry

Come for the opportunity to meet young adults that share common interests and beliefs and to learn how faith and fellowship can bring you closer to God.

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Youth Ministry

We prepare teens for the Sacrament of Confirmation. We hope to make Christ and His gospel message real and relevant to teens and to lead them into a committed relationship with Christ and His Church. Older teens and young adults are invited to assist in this important ministry.

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