Parish Ministries &
Organizations

Altar Servers: Serving at the altar for Sunday liturgies. Contact Mona Mitchell 818 242-2579, chrman@pacbell.net.

Altar Society: Maintains the sanctuary area. Four shifts: work one hour a month on Saturday, 9:15-10:15 am. Pauline Oehlman, 244-1699.

Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (A.C.C.W.): Seeks to stimulate spiritual and intellectual development among its members by providing opportunities for service. Marie Urrutia, 244-0547.

Art and Environment Committee: Responsible for designing, putting up and taking down the seasonal decorations in the Church. Kay Kennedy, 241-1437.

Bereavement: Members are available to help with funerals and assist with other needs in the aftermath of a loss. 4th Monday of month, 7:30 pm, Parish Center. Pius Oller, 246-1308.

Boy Scout Troop 101: 6th grade- 17 years. Tuesdays, Auditorium, 7:00pm. new web page - -archive web Page (pictures 1999-2007)Contact Art Resendez, 818-246-0214 or Dennis Doyle 636-0912

Cub Scout Pack 160: Boys in 1 - 5 grades. Dens meet various evenings. Pack meets once a month. David Raba david.raba@cph.com.

Capital Campaign: Coordinating the fund drive to help retire the debt for the purchase of the Central Avenue property. Contact: Ben Aranda, 956-9965.

Couples for Christ (CFC): A movement, present in 199 countries, intended for the renewal and strengthening of every aspect of Christian family life. Cell groups meet once a week. Eric and Gretchen Picazo gvpicazo@yahoo.com.

Communications Committee; Publicizes and promotes parish organizations and activities. Len Goswitz email: lgoswitz@incaglendale.org.

Consultative School Board: Advisory in nature and helps develop and implement the school's strategic plan, marketing, finance, resource development, and policy development. Contact Olivia Carrillo . ocarrillo@Incaschool.org .

Development Committee: Assists the Pastor in planning the maintenance and upkeep of parish buildings. Advises regarding capital improvement. Vince Petito, 246-6050 x59. Fax: 240-0430.

Divine Mercy: The Eucharistic Apostles of the Divine Mercy study the Scriptures, the Catechism, the Diary of St. Faustina and Pope John Paul II's encyclical, Rich in Mercy. 3rd Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm, Room B201. Purisima Narvaez, 543-1831.

Eucharistic Adoration: Encourages a deeper personal understanding and relationship with Jesus. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed every Friday from 9:15 am to 5:15 pm in the church.

Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick and at Liturgy: Take weekly communion to the shut-ins in their homes, nursing homes and hospitals. Peg Algiers, 241-0344.

Finance Council: As commanded by the 1983 Code of Canon Law (#537), this Council "aids the Pastor in the administration of parish goods". It also helps prepare the budget and makes financial reports.

Friendly Visitors Reaches out to those isolated by infirmity, age or hospitalization. Members visit shut-ins at their homes and convalescent hospitals. 2nd Thursday, 7:00 pm, Room B101. Betty Dos Remedios, 550-7434.

Girl Scouts, Brownies: Our Mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girls Scout troops ranging from grades K-12. Troops meet various evening. For more information contact Elena Galvez (818) 241-6189 or Erin Sanchez (818) 521-5697.

Hospitality: Develops community spirit by organizing and assisting with parish social events, Sunday coffee and donuts, bake sales and Lenten soup suppers. Assists in projects for the homeless: 1) prepares and serves dinner twice a month at Ascencia homeless shelter in Glendale, 2) with "Food for Body and Soul", prepares and serves a BBQ lunch every Sunday in August. 1st Monday, 7:30 pm, St. Michael's Hall. Lee Henry, 246-5400.

Justice & Peace Ministry Working for Justice & Peace, providing speakers and running study groups. Meets every 2nd Thursday, at 7 P.M. at the Pastoral Center. Iris Sampson: isamson@sbcglobal.net, Lee Henry: leehenry711@hotmail.com 246-5400, Patty Pontrelli: ppontrelli@hotmail.com

La Leche League: Gives information and encouragement to mothers who want to nurse their babies. 1st Thursday, 7:30 pm, St. Michael's Hall. Renee DiGregorio, 243-5725.

Legion of Mary: Seeks personal sanctification through prayer and home visitations. Active members attend weekly meetings and make home visits. Auxiliary members say daily Rosary and Legion prayers. Wednesday 7:00 pm. Theresa Khouzem,246-2616.
Senior Group: Evangelize through door to door visitation. Visit the sick and give communion to those who are home bound, in convalescent hospitals, retirement homes. Visit and pray with the patients at Leisure Glen Convalescent, Glen Park Retirement and Glenoaks Convalescent Homes. Saturday, 9:30-10:30 am, Parish Center. Theresa Khouzam, 246-2616
Junior Group: 18 years and younger. Evangelize by talking to classmates and friends. Distribute Miraculous Medals and Catholic leaflets. Sing Christmas Carols at convalescent hospitals. Earn community service hours by volunteering at the convalescent hospitals and retirement homes. Saturday, 3:30-4:30 pm, outside the main school building. Sally Lim, 549-0178

Patrician Catholic Discussion Group: Research, discuss and share the Catholic faith. Occasionally-guest speakers. 4th Tuesday, 7:00-9:00 pm, St. Michael's Hall. Refreshments follow meeting. Sally Lim, 549-0178.

Library: The Parish Library offers books, audiotapes, videos, magazines, CDs and DVDs. All parish members are welcome. Monday through Friday, 9:00 am-7:00 pm and Sundays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, Parish Center. Suzanne Bitterman, 249-5684.

Liturgy: Develops meaningful liturgy in accord with Church documents. 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm. Kay Kennedy, 241-1437.

Loaves and Fishes: Collects food and small necessities for the poor. Suggested items are posted on the church bulletin boards. Bring donations to the parish parking lot on the 3rd Sunday of each month or take to Loaves & Fishes at 4322 San Fernando Rd., Glendale, 818-409-3080. -Please do not bring donations to the Church or Parish Center as we have no available storage.

Marriage Encounter Movement of California : Marriage Encounter in the Filipino Perspective (MEFP) now known as the Marriage Encounter Movement of California (MEMC) under the auspices of Office of Family Life, Archdiocese of Los Angeles, since 1989. Marriage Encounter Weekends are held at the Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino, three times a year.
Contact:Tony/Guing Ramos 818 956-3327, 213 637-7330, MMRamos@la-archdiocese.org; tgramos2909@gmail.com or Ben/Joselyn Aranda 818 956-9965. Check out their website at ww.memconline.org.

Marriage Validation Team: Helps Catholics married outside of the Catholic Church to get married in accord with the laws of the Catholic Church. Monsignor Steven Zak, 242-2579.

Music Ministry All are welcome to join us in singing praise to the Lord.Director: Melissa Bridge (818) 818-242-2579 or 569-2164.

Natural Family Planning Classes: Advocates a Catholic perspective on family planning.

Outreach Committee: Sponsors the American Red Cross Blood Drive twice a year. Promotes the yearly 5K Crop Walk, which helps raise funds to combat local and international hunger. Sponsors Meals On Wheels Benefit Luncheon. Dr. Daniel Urrutia, 244-0547.
Also sponsors a dinner the 3rd Monday of each month at Ascencia, a Glendale homeless shelter. To volunteer call Rosa Hohlman, 323-687-8960. (formerly Path Achieve or Project Achieve)

Pastoral Council: : Provides advice and assistance to the Pastor for the building of our faith community. 3rd Tuesday, 7:30 pm, Parish Center. Len Goswitz email: lgoswitz@incaglendale.org

Prayer Groups and Opportunities for Prayer:

• Charismatic / Spanish - "Juntos en Cristo". ;: Wednesday, 7:30 pm, St. Michael's Hall. Nancy Barona, 247-1538.
• Charismatic. "K.K.I.A." "I.C.A.D.L.A." (Indonesian Community of the Archdiocese of L.A.) Charismatic Prayer Group: 2nd Friday, 7:30 pm, meet in homes. Justine Goei, 500-8701.
• Charismatic. " Heart of Jesus". : Nerio & Zenny Katigbak, 546-1012
  Evangelization: Praise & worship, teaching & fellowship. Saturday, 7:30 pm, parish auditorium. Conduct Spiritual Empowerment Seminars-quarterly, Growth Seminars, Bible Study. Prayer meetings conducted at other parishes, upon request
  Outreach: B.J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall, Sylmar. Each week visit assigned units and help distribute communion. Help prepare candidates to receive Sacraments. Provide music at Mass-monthly. Provide Christmas dinner to assigned units
  Intercessory: Visit and pray for the sick (upon request in hospitals & homes), Thursday, 7:30 pm, Room B101
  Music Ministries: Provide music at Masses with Healing Services here at Incarnation and at other parishes, SCRC events, Homeless activities (Food for Body & Soul, Loaves & Fishes & occasionally on Skid Row)
  Youth/Young Adult: Conduct Confirmation retreats and prayer meetings at parishes upon request. Provide programs at SCRC events. Participate in many of the adult outreaches. Meet weekly following Saturday Praise & Worship, Room B101. Monthly Adoration 1st Saturday, 9:00-10:30 pm, in the church
  Children: Provide activities for children, including Bible stories & prayers. Saturday evening after Prayer and Worship, 9:00 pm, Room B201.
• Intercessory. Tuesday, Parish Center, 7:50 am.
• Marian - "Queen of Peace" Prayer Group: Pray with our Lord and His Blessed Mother-giving thanks. Pray the Rosary and Intercessory prayers. Friday, 4:00-5:15 pm, Crying Room of the church. Carmencita Magallanes, 242-2853.
• Taize Prayers A peaceful, contemplative hour with music, song, scripture and quiet prayer. 3rd Tuesday, 7:30 pm, St. Michael's Hall. Pius Oller, 246-1308.

Respect for Life: Informs parish about legislative efforts that encompass all life issues from birth to natural death. Maria AI-Quaddoomi, 626-795-0321.

Retreat Ministry Come on retreat and see what God's grace can energize in you!
Weekend retreats are held annually at Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre
Jim Trinity, 241-9087
Lee Henry, 246-5400.


Small Faith Communities Small faith sharing groups that meet for two-6 week sessions yearly.

Safeguard the Children Parish Committee Parish committee charged with auditing parish efforts to protect our youth and vulnerable persons. Chair: Joe Chavez (213) 705-1938 jchavez@ups.com . Archdiocesan Policies & Training Bishop's Charter to the People of God Promise to Protect / Pledge to Heal VIRTUS Training Youth Protection Materials

St. Vincent de Paul Society: Assists in works of Christian charity to the poor. 3 Bundle Sundays throughout year; watch bulletin for dates. 1st Monday, 6:30 pm, Parish Center. For donation pickup call 1-800-974-3571. -Please do not bring donations to the Church or Parish Center as we have no available storage.

Senior Club "Young in Spirit": Provides our Seniors opportunities to gather and enjoy spiritual and social activities. 2nd Wednesday, 12:00 noon, parish auditorium. Robert Edwards, 246-9836.

Shield of Roses: A Respect Life group, which supports and serves the woman in a crisis pregnancy and offers alternatives to abortion. Excellent speaker for school, youth and adult groups. Geri Urrutia, 242-3912.

Stewardship Committee: Promotes parish stewardship of Time, Talent and Treasure throughout the year and sponsors the annual November Stewardship Fair, 242-2579.

Web Page:Spreading the Good News through Incarnation Parish and School's web page at http://www.incaglendale.org . Webmaster: Dennis Doyle 818-636-0912, ddoyle@glendale.edu.

Welcome Committee: Greets and introduces newly registered parishioners at all Masses on "Welcome Sunday," the 1st Sunday of the month. A Welcome Gift-Basket with information about the parish, ministries, organizations, the Parish Center and library is delivered to homes of new parishioners. Volunteers are needed to assist with deliveries and transportation. Len Goswitz email: lgoswitz@incaglendale.org.

Women's Guild Runs the Holiday Boutique and other fundraisers to help retire the debt on the Community Center, Genie Brouwer: 818-246-2197, Nikki Friedman: ncfriedman@att.net

Youth Ministry & Sacrament of Confirmation Program 9th-10th grades. Meeting every other Sunday 3:30-5:15PM.



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