Adults And The Catholic Faith

If you are an adult who is considering embarking on a spiritual journey that leads to becoming Catholic, the Inquiry period for RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is the place to start! During September, we will meet on Thursday evenings from 7-8 p.m. to answer questions that you might have about Catholicism, the process, etc. And, starting Sunday, October 9th, we will meet weekly, in conjunction with the 8:30 a.m. Mass.

If you are a baptized Catholic, who has not had the opportunity to receive the Sacraments of Eucharist (Communion) and Confirmation, aspects of RCIA are designed for you.

And if you are a baptized Catholic who would like to be confirmed (and who already receives Communion at Mass), special Confirmation classes will begin in January.

For additional information, please call the Parish office at 949-218-3131 and leave a message for Linda McMahon; or, send an e-mail to L1900ahon@aol.com

A Lifeline for Troubled Marriage – Retrouvaille

Retrouvaille (pronounced retro‐vī) helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track and provide you the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery.

For confidential information or to register for the September program beginning with a weekend on September 23rd call (714) 306‐6469 or email: 6011@retrouvaille.org or visit the web site at www.retrouvaille.org

Youth Ministry Rummage Sale

Saturday, August 6th 7 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Bring your items-large and small! We will accept donations

• Wed., Aug. 3 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Thurs., Aug. 4 9:00 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Fri., Aug. 5 9:00 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Women & Spirit: Catholic Sisters in America

Special Bus Trip Sponsored by Orange Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

See this traveling exhibit about a special group of innovative American women who helped shape our nation’s social and cultural landscape. Mount St. Mary’s College in Los Angeles is the only Southern California venue for the exhibit.

• Date: Saturday, July 23, 2011.
• Bus leaves from Holy Family Cathedral at 12 noon, returns at 5:30 p.m.
• $35.00 donation includes bus trip, driver’s tip, door prizes and box lunch.
• Reservations: Brigitte (714-639-7469), Jackie (949-583-1062), or Betty (714-637-8062).
• Mail check for $35.00 payable to ODCCW c/o M. Jane Mueller, 80-B Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637-3956

Be a child’s voice in court!

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County is seeking volunteers to serve as advocates and mentors for abused, abandoned and neglected children. A CASA volunteer visits with a child they are matched with on a regular basis, interacts with all professionals involved in the case and makes recommendations directly to the court, ensuring the child’s best interests are not overlooked. Volunteers must be 21 years old and be able to dedicate 10-15 hours per month.

For more information about volunteering, please call (714)619.5155 or visit our website: www.casaoc.org

Short Term Host Families Needed for International Exchange Students

Education First, a non-profit organization is bringing 110 students ages 15-18 to our area from Finland, France & Spain. These kids are here to learn English & soak up American cul- ture. They attend school and participate in activities all day. We have been lucky enough to get some local families to help us provide homes for these students, but still need homes for about 20 kids. They are only here for 3 1/2 weeks from July 6-August 1st. This is a great cultural experience for the busy family who doesn’t have time to travel abroad. For every Holy Trinity Family who hosts, we will contribute $25 to the Holy Trinity World Youth Day Fund.

Please contact Kathy Clancy, parishioner, for more information at 949.233.8634 or kathy.clancy@ef.com

Training for new Altar Servers

There will be training sessions for children interested in joining the Altar Serving Ministry at Holy Trinity. Any child who is starting the 4th grade or higher next fall and who has already received the Sacrament of Holy Communion is eligible to be an altar server. Sunday June 26th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the church. Anyone interested should contact Tom Wilkinson at twilkinson4@cox.net.

MOPS is Back!

Are you are a mom who…

• Is pregnant or has a child newborn through kindergarten?
• Desires to make new friends?
• Wants to share the challenges and joys of motherhood?
• Is looking for opportunities for personal growth and to deepen her faith?

If yes, then MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) may be for you! For more information contact Elizabeth Sorensen ekk2001@hotmail.com or download the Registration Form. Fall registration is now open. Reserve your space now! Meetings resume Sept. 23rd.

Listen: Mission Appeal Sunday Homily

Mission Appeal Sunday Homily given by Father Tom Hagan, speaking on behalf of the Diocese of Gonaives, Haiti.

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Save the Date: Dinner, Dance, Auction 2011

Here at Holy Trinity we are gearing up for our annual Dinner, Dance, Auction to be held at the Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club and couldn’t be more excited. I’d like to take this opportunity to remind you all to save the date-November 5, 2011 and to extend an invitation to each and every one of you to participate in the planning and execution of this special event.

• Do you have amazing connections for auction items?
• Do you love to decorate? Are you a marketing genius?
• Do you just want an opportunity to serve and get to know your parish community a little more?

If you answered yes to any of this questions please contact Angela in the parish office and she can talk about if you’d like to help out.