Today we celebrate Catechetical Sunday where we commission and bless all the teachers in our school and the catechists in our religious education program as they begin the new school year.
We Celebrate Catechetical Sunday
Confirmation and Jr. High Retreat Dates Scheduled
The Confirmation and Jr. High Retreat dates have been scheduled as follows. Please mark your calendars.
- Oct 30, 2022: Confirmation Year 1
- Dec 10-11, 2022: Confirmation Year 2
- Dec 12, 2022: Junior High Retreat
Religious Education, RCIA, and Confirmation Classes
During RE office hours through October 9th, there will be registration for Religious Education, RCIA, and Confirmation Classes. We are adding a Kindergarten class on Thursday and Saturday. On Saturday there will also be a Special Ed class. Please visit our Registration Forms website page to view/print forms, which include information on the required fees/documents that you need to bring for registration.
We also are inviting more volunteers for our different ministries- catechists, aides, office help. Office help activities include making phone calls, traffic control, and restroom chaperones. First time volunteers will need to attend a 3 hour VIRTUS online or in-person, followed by a 2 hour recertification class every 4 years. Please go to our VIRTUS website page for detailed information.
All volunteers will also need to be fingerprinted through the Archdiocese. Please visit the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Fingerprinting website page for detailed information.
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE / HORARIO DE SEMANA SANTA
The 2022 Holy Week schedule for St. Anthony of Padua Church is as follows:
Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule – March 2nd
The schedule for Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Gardena, will be as follows:
Christmas and New Year’s Mass Schedules
St. Anthony of Padua Church Christmas and New Year's Mass Schedules are as follows:
In Memory of Sister Ann Stephen Stouffer
We remember Sister Ann Stephen Stouffer, who had been a Sister of Providence for 61 years and served as a teacher and principal at St. Anthony of Padua School. She passed away on December 9, 2021.
A Gift of a Catholic Education – Tuition Awards Available
Are you interested in having your child obtain a Catholic Education here at St. Anthony of Padua? Did you know your child could be eligible for a Tuition Award of up to $2500!
Apply TODAY! A Catholic education is truly an investment in your child's future.
For information on how to apply, visit our St. Anthony of Padua School website: www.stanthonygardena.org. Or call the school office (310) 329-7170 and speak with our Principal Mrs. Grey or Business Manager Mr. Aguilar.
Support Our School Through the HundredX Program
Dear St. Anthony of Padua School and Church Community Family,
We have an exciting announcement! We've partnered again with HundredX™ to bring an easy way to support our school's mission without spending a cent!
Now through December 30, 2021, each time you share a quality brand opinion with HundredX™, up to $2 will go to support St. Anthony of Padua School!
Anyone 18 years of age or older can participate. By giving 75 opinions (it takes less than 1 minute of your time per survey) you can personally raise up to $150 for St. Anthony of Padua School.
Start today when you sign up your phone or devices: Text 90412 and enter the code: SAPS.
Thank you for your support of St. Anthony of Padua School…we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Happy 2022.
Archbishop José H. Gomez on In-person Sunday Mass
Archbishop José H. Gomez sent out a letter on June 12, 2021 encouraging the Catholic faithful of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to return to in-person Sunday Mass and the celebration of the Sacraments, especially for those who are in good health. Below is a link to the letter from Archbishop Gomez, as well as a link to the Archdiocese's "Guidelines on Liturgical Celebrations and Religious Services".
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