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The parish office will be closed Thursday, October 21, 2021 while the staff are on retreat. We kindly ask that you keep us in your prayers and we appreciate your understanding.

October 20, 2021 6:50pm See flyer in link below. Contact: SLM School 310-316-3049

In preparation we are comprising our November Name Scrolls of those who have passed away since last November. Names should be submitted to the parish office no later than Wednesday, October 20th. Thank you.

Fr. Tom Rausch presents Real Presence: Recognizing the Body a 2 part series discussing the true meaning of the Eucharist. Join us in person in the church for Part 2 Tuesday October 19th 7:00-8:30pm.

In celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Lawrence Martyr Parish Community is holding a Blessing of the Animals in the parish courtyard on Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 am. People bringing pets are asked to please have your dogs on leashes or in carriers; and cats, rabbits, turtles, birds, etc. in carriers. (This event is for animals that do not fight or bite.) For more information, please contact St. Lawrence Martyr Office for Worship | 310.316.0090

HELP SAVE LIVES IN TORRANCE You can protect mothers and children by joining this worldwide mobilization! Through prayer and fasting, peaceful vigils and community outreach, 40 Days for Life has inspired 1,000,000+ volunteer

In honor of this Jubilee Year our St. Lawrence Martyr Community will hold three days of Eucharistic Adoration in the main church this Thursday (after noon Mass), Friday & Saturday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Given the rise in Covid cases, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Rummage Sale.

Join us Saturday July 25 at 7pm in the church for an evening of Praise & Worship in the Presence of Jesus Lead by Pepe Fructuoso – live band

The Pontifical Mission Societies in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles accepts requests from Mission Dioceses, Religious Orders, and Lay Organizations working in the missions to preach at a parish for the purpose of making an appeal for financial support. This annual appeal is one that helps unite the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with the Universal Church and to emanate mission awareness among the people of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The generous response, which is traditional amongst the people of Los Angeles, is a reflection of the ongoing awareness and concern for the people of the world.

You are Invited to F.A.I.T.H. Ministry’s Third Annual Tea for God’s Children Fundraiser

We have made the difficult decision to postpone our BBQ due to the increase of Covid cases.

Join us for our Annual Summer Sunset Lectio Divina presented by Deacon Juan Gutierrez. Dates: Thursday July 15th & Thursday July 29th Time: 7PM

Please take a moment to watch a video message from our Pastor, Monsignor Paul Dotson. We will be opening our Parish to a pre-pandemic normal in phases. We ask you to continue to be kind and patient with one another as we reopen.

Hosted by St. Lawrence Martyr F.A.I.T.H. Ministry Save the date for this wonderful event! • Limited space available at Chado Tea Room (pending Covid-19 conditions); Take-Out available • Details provided in early August • Chado Tea Room - 1303 El Prado, Torrance • Raffle and Speakers • To benefit Gems Uncovered (www.gemsuncovered.org) in their mission to rebuild lives affected by human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Join us in person inside the Church Thursdays at 7pm in the month of May for a spiritual walk with Jesus, Mary & Joseph. * May 13th will be a May Crowning to honor our Lady of Fatima. You are welcome to bring flowers to be place in front of Mary.

Men’s Cornerstone is HAPPENING! June 25 - 26, 2021 For details or to register, visit www.cornerstone-slm.org Questions? Contact George Gomez: ggandl@verizon.net

HOLY WEEK, TRIDUUM & EASTER SCHEDULE “This is the day the Lord has made, Let us rejoice and be glad!” Psalm 118 Alleluia! Easter greetings to you, beloved members of our parish family! We share these this schedule with great anticipation and gratitude that we may gather together in-person during this year’s Holy Week, Triduum and Easter. May your hearts sing with joy to the Risen Lord on His Resurrection Feast, and may He bless you and yours with peace.

Join us tomorrow March 27th at 9:30am  for our zoom retreat " Last Words of Christ" as we prepare ourselves for a fruitful Holy Week.  Lead by Caterina Krai, Leanne Radd, Johnny McDermott & Nancy Lomibao as they reflect and witness the Last Words of Christ.  Music lead by Rene Ayala Mtg id: 9734350074 Passcode: Lent2021

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