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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

Choose from one of our wonderful ministries Station of the Cross

Last Words of Christ - Retreat Saturday, March 27, 2021 9:30am-11:30 am Via Zoom Zoom Meeting ID 973 435 0074 Passcode Lent2021

Learn about St. Joseph Wed., March 24, 2021 10am or 7pm With guest speaker JOHN NORONHA Presenting from Rome via Zoom Zoom Meeting ID 973 435 0074 Passcode Lent2021

CHAPLET OF ST. JOSEPH’S SEVEN SORROWS & SEVEN JOYS Zoom ID 973 435 0074 Passcode Lent2021 Join us via Zoom in this beautiful prayer presented by SLM Clergy & Staff. Music by Rene Ayala

The most prevalent form of Labor Trafficking in California is domestic servitude, i.e., cook, maid, nanny, etc. Victims receive no pay or very low wages for 18-hour plus days.

In this time of distinguishing essentials from non-essentials, the Office of Ethnic Ministry invites you to spend some time reflecting on the essential Catholic matter: the Gospel. Join Fr. Parker Sandoval on Saturday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Back to Gospel Basics

FAITH RITUALS & CELEBRATIONS: A WOMAN’S SIGNIFICANCE

The retreat that Fr. Parker held here at St. Lawrence was recorded for audio. See link to listen. Link will take you to drop box.

Our St. Kateri Circle Ministry invites you to pray the Stations of the Cross