Old Mission Santa Inés

Whoever Has Ears Ought to Hear



Mission Statement for OMSI:
We the people of Old Mission Santa Ines, following the path of Jesus Christ, are making His vision a reality through love, unity, justice, joy and hope.
Mission Statement for OMSI Flocknote:
We are on a mission to build a more connected church.


Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 12th, 2026
Readings:
Is 55:10-11, Rom 8:18-23, Mt 13:1-23

A message from our pastor, Fr. Lijoy...
Every human life tells a story. In fact, each one of us carries thousands of stories within us. Some stories are filled with laughter and joy; others are marked by tears, sacrifice, disappointment, and hope. Every life is a unique narrative written day by day. Perhaps the most important question we can ask ourselves is this: If your life were one of God's parables, how would it be written? What would it teach others about faith, forgiveness, and love?
Jesus knew the power of stories. That is why He so often taught through parables—as a way of proclaiming the timeless wisdom and eternal truths of God. Among His many parables, the Parable of the Sower beautifully reveals this divine wisdom. It contains three essential elements: the Sower, the seed, and the soil.
Now place yourself within that parable. Imagine that you are the seed—precious in the eyes of God, planted with purpose, and called to grow and bear fruit in the world. Yet, you were planted in difficult circumstances. Maybe your family experienced struggles, loss, illness, or broken relationships. Perhaps you found yourself in places where faith seemed weak or hope was scarce. Yet here you are. By God's grace, you have continued to grow. That is the quiet miracle of grace. God's life within us gives the human spirit an extraordinary resilience. Like a tiny seed pushing through hard soil toward the sunlight, we grow because God never stops nurturing us.
But the Gospel also asks us to examine the soil of our hearts today. Have the worries of life become thorns that choke our joy? Have disappointments made our faith shallow? Have we become distracted from the voice of God? The Good News: God continues to sow His Word with hope and generosity. Every day is another opportunity to become rich soil where His love can take deep root and bear abundant fruit. May our lives become living parables of God's grace.


(Let us join our voices in prayer during this Jubilee year celebrating 800 years since the death of St. Francis. See the Jubilee Minute in the prayer section of our newsletter below.)

(Just have a few seconds?)-- Our Ministries This Week...

Thursday, July 16th
This is the last day in which sign ups for Immaculée's presentation are reserved for our parish. (See the flyer below). Don't miss out on this rare opportunity. We have had first choice of sign ups but it will be opened to other parishes following July 16th. If you haven't already signed up tap the button below to join the group.
Ministry: Adult Faith Formation

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Upcoming... Mark your calendars

July 18th

For the next few months during Eagles Wings Bible Study we are going to spend our time spiritually preparing for Immaculée Ilibagiza’s visit to Mission Santa Inés. Father Paul considers this spiritual preparation vital for us to receive the fullness of the graces her visit will bring.
Our preparation in class will consist of reflecting on Immaculée’s book “Left to Tell” and the Rosary of the 7 Sorrows. We meet at our usual time on Saturdays from 10:00-11:30 in Classroom B.
We look forward to sharing this exciting opportunity for spiritual growth and fellowship with all of you.
Ministry: Adult Faith Formation

Our bishop, Bishop Slawomir "Swavek" Szkredka, will be celebrating Mass at this Young Adult Summer Festival in Ojai. All single and married young adults in our parish are encouraged to attend.

Next Mens Bible Study will meet on Saturday, July 18th, in Classroom B from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. We will be covering Ephesians Chapter 4. All are welcome.

July 19th

Gospel Choir Coming to OMSI July 19.
The Gospel Choir from St. Lawrence of Brindisi in Watts will be singing at the 8:00 and 9:30 Masses on Sunday July 19. Mark it on your calendar.

July 26th

November 14th

Reserve your spot now! Immaculée Ilibagiza is coming to OMSI, November 14, 2026. Space is limited. You can tap the Immaculée button below or call the Parish Office.

Ongoing...

Confession, Saturdays, 3:00-5:00, in the Church


There will be no "Quiet Time with Jesus" this Summer. We will resume in Fall.

Plan on a delicious breakfast every third Sunday in the Parish Hall.
Ministry: Parish Men's Service Club

Monthly Family Food Connection potluck event. Text Aaron for more information 805-710-3827.

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( And don't forget to pray)--

To celebrate St. Francis for this Jubilee year celebrating 800 years since his death we will publish a Jubilee Minute on Flocknote each week.

“Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.”
(St. Padre Pio)

Pope Leo's prayer intention for July:
For respect for human life
Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.
Pope Leo XIV

To watch the short video on this intention tap below:
July: For Respect for Human Life https://hallow.app.link/OcqX0Gr5r4b

Rosary for Vocations and the Sick is every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at 1:00. All are welcome.

Divine Mercy Chaplet
Please continue to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet. The Chaplet is prayed every Friday morning starting at 7:45 am before Mass. The location is in the pews located on the front left side of the church. https://www.usccb.org/prayers/chaplet-divine-mercy

If you have a prayer request the Prayer Warriors ministry is here to pray for you. Send your request to one of these two group administrators and she or he will get the message out to the Prayer Warriors group: Kathy Spurbeck [email protected]
Gerry Spurbeck [email protected]

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Message Board

Tap below for a link to the bulletins .
Toque a continuación para obtener un enlace a los boletines. https://missionsantaines.org/bulletins

Interested in joining a ministry?---
Greeters are most needed for the Sunday morning 8 AM mass and we could also use Greeters for the 9:30 AM mass. Please contact Amy Wolfslau 805-403-9918 .
Ushers are needed especially for the Sunday at 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM Masses. For more information contact any of the ushers at Mass or Gerry Spurbeck 805-264-8904 —text or voice message.
Please note that an easy way to join a ministry that is calling to you is as follows: - tap "my info" at the bottom of this note. - scroll through the ministries and tap to join one (A lock symbol does not mean that you are locked out of that ministry. It just means that, after you tap to join, the group leader will contact you with further information.)

If you are seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith in general or need a Sacrament, our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation For Adults) program is here to serve you.
Please contact Sr. Virginia at 213-924-2769 or email [email protected] for more information.

English Baptisms are held on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Please call Sister Diane at (213) 843-5402 or the OCIA office at 805-688-4815 ext 228 for more information.

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Humble of Heart



Mission Statement for OMSI:
We the people of Old Mission Santa Ines, following the path of Jesus Christ, are making His vision a reality through love, unity, justice, joy and hope.
Mission Statement for OMSI Flocknote:
We are on a mission to build a more connected church.


Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 5th, 2026
Readings:
Zec 9:9-10, Rom 8:9 11-13, Mt 11:25-30

A message from our pastor, Fr. Lijoy...
As our nation begins celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States, we give thanks for the blessings of freedom, the sacrifices of those who built and defended this country, and the enduring ideals of liberty, justice, and human dignity. At the same time, the Gospel reminds us that every nation is strongest when its people place their trust in God. It is especially meaningful to remember that the Catholic Church in the United States has dedicated our nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, entrusting our people to His infinite love and mercy. In the Heart of Christ, we find the source of true healing, unity, and hope.
Jesus invites us: "Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest." He reveals that God's wisdom is given not to the proud or self-sufficient, but to those whose hearts are humble, trusting, and open to His grace. True freedom is more than political independence; it is the freedom that comes from knowing Christ, who frees us from fear, sin, and despair.
Our country faces many challenges and divisions. Lasting peace and unity will not come through human strength alone but through hearts transformed by the gentle and humble Heart of Jesus. As we celebrate our nation's heritage, let us renew our dedication to the Sacred Heart by living as faithful disciples who bring Christ's compassion, justice, and hope into our families, our communities, and our nation.
May God continue to bless the United States of America. Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, under her title of the Immaculate Conception, Patroness of our nation, and under the loving protection of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, may our country grow in faith, hope, charity, and peace.



(Let us join our voices in prayer during this Jubilee year celebrating 800 years since the death of St. Francis. See the Jubilee Minute in the prayer section of our newsletter below.)

(Just have a few seconds?)-- Our Ministries This Week...

Friday, July 3rd
First Friday 24 Hour Adoration:
Friday 7:00 AM until Saturday, 7:45 AM. NO SPANISH MASS this First Friday.
Spend some time with the Lord in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.

"The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life...For in the Blessed Eucharist is contained the whole spiritual good of the Church, namely Christ himself, our Pasch."
Catechism 1324

Saturday, July 4th
Due to the 4th of July festivities on the Mission grounds there will be no 3:00 confessions and no 5:00 pm or 7:00 pm Masses.

Thursday, July 9th
The regular meeting of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be held at 5:15 P.M in OMSI Lower Conference Room. Please note that this time is 45 minutes earlier than usual to accommodate a presentation by Legal Aid.

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(Have a little more time to spend on this email?)...
Upcoming... Mark your calendars

July 18th

For the next few months during Eagles Wings Bible Study we are going to spend our time spiritually preparing for Immaculée Ilibagiza’s visit to Mission Santa Inés. Father Paul considers this spiritual preparation vital for us to receive the fullness of the graces her visit will bring.
Our preparation in class will consist of reflecting on Immaculée’s book “Left to Tell” and the Rosary of the 7 Sorrows. We meet at our usual time on Saturdays from 10:00-11:30 in Classroom B.
We look forward to sharing this exciting opportunity for spiritual growth and fellowship with all of you.
Ministry: Adult Faith Formation

July 19th

Gospel Choir Coming to OMSI July 19.
The Gospel Choir from St. Lawrence of Brindisi in Watts will be singing at the 8:00 and 9:30 Masses on Sunday July 19. Mark it on your calendar.

July 26th

November 14th

Reserve your spot now! Immaculée Ilibagiza is coming to OMSI, November 14, 2026. Space is limited. Register by July 16.

Ongoing...

Confession, Saturdays, 3:00-5:00, in the Church


There will be no "Quiet Time with Jesus" this Summer. We will resume in Fall.

Plan on a delicious breakfast every third Sunday in the Parish Hall.
Ministry: Parish Men's Service Club

Monthly Family Food Connection potluck event. Text Aaron for more information 805-710-3827.

___________________________________________________________________________

( And don't forget to pray)--

To celebrate St. Francis for this Jubilee year celebrating 800 years since his death we will publish a Jubilee Minute on Flocknote each week.

“Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.”
(St. Padre Pio)

Pope Leo's prayer intention for July:
For respect for human life
Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.
Pope Leo XIV

To watch the short video on this intention tap below:
July: For Respect for Human Life https://hallow.app.link/OcqX0Gr5r4b

Rosary for Vocations and the Sick is every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at 1:00. All are welcome.

Divine Mercy Chaplet
Please continue to pray the Divine Mercy chaplet. The Chaplet is prayed every Friday morning starting at 7:45 am before Mass. The location is in the pews located on the front left side of the church. https://www.usccb.org/prayers/chaplet-divine-mercy

If you have a prayer request the Prayer Warriors ministry is here to pray for you. Send your request to one of these two group administrators and she or he will get the message out to the Prayer Warriors group: Kathy Spurbeck [email protected]
Gerry Spurbeck [email protected]

___________________________________________________________________________

(Have even more time? Great, cause we have lots of messages.)
Message Board

Tap below for a link to the bulletins .
Toque a continuación para obtener un enlace a los boletines. https://missionsantaines.org/bulletins

Interested in joining a ministry?---
Greeters are most needed for the Sunday morning 8 AM mass and we could also use Greeters for the 9:30 AM mass. Please contact Amy Wolfslau 805-403-9918 .
Ushers are needed especially for the Sunday at 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM Masses. For more information contact any of the ushers at Mass or Gerry Spurbeck 805-264-8904 —text or voice message.
Please note that an easy way to join a ministry that is calling to you is as follows: - tap "my info" at the bottom of this note. - scroll through the ministries and tap to join one (A lock symbol does not mean that you are locked out of that ministry. It just means that, after you tap to join, the group leader will contact you with further information.)

If you are seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith in general or need a Sacrament, our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation For Adults) program is here to serve you.
Please contact Sr. Virginia at 213-924-2769 or email [email protected] for more information.

English Baptisms are held on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Please call Sister Diane at (213) 843-5402 or the OCIA office at 805-688-4815 ext 228 for more information.

___________________________________________________________________________

Your parish has gifted you with full access to the entire library of Word on Fire's feature-length films, and short engaging series through Word on Fire Digital. Click the button below to browse all titles and watch on-demand.

https://app.flocknote.com/note/37521975