St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin

A Thirst for Living Water

The 3rd Sunday of Lent Year A reminds us that God is with us, even when we are tired, unsure, or in need. Each reading shows people who feel empty or thirsty, but God gives them what they truly need. He does not leave them alone. He hears their cries and responds with love and care.

In Exodus, the people are in the desert. They have no water and feel afraid. But God tells Moses to strike the rock, and water flows out. God provides, even when they doubt Him. This shows how God stays close, even when we struggle to believe.

The Gospel reading for the 3rd Sunday of Lent Year A tells the story of the Samaritan woman at the well. Jesus talks with her and offers something much greater than regular water. He gives her hope, truth, and new life. She leaves changed, ready to share what she has found.

These readings help us look at our own lives. Where are we empty? What are we really looking for? Lent is a time to open our hearts to Jesus, the one who gives us living water.

• First Reading – Exodus 17:3-7: The Israelites, thirsty and doubting God’s presence, quarrel with Moses. God instructs Moses to strike a rock at Horeb, miraculously providing water, and the place is named “Massah” and “Meribah.”
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 95: Let us joyfully sing and worship the Lord, our creator and shepherd. I urge openness to His voice today, unlike our ancestors who hardened their hearts despite witnessing His works.
• Second Reading – Romans 5:1-2, 5-8: Through faith, we are made right with God, gaining peace and the hope of sharing His glory. God’s love, given through the Holy Spirit, affirms this hope, shown in Christ dying for us as sinners.
• Gospel – John 4:5-42: In Samaria, Jesus met a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well. He asked her for water, leading to a conversation about “living water” offering eternal life. Jesus’s insight into her life convinced her of his prophetic nature. He revealed the future of worship transcending locations, focusing on Spirit and truth. Declaring himself the Messiah, his interaction led many Samaritans to believe in him as the Savior of the world.

Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language?

(Acts 2:8)

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8.

Please set your clocks forward one hour at 2 AM.

Photos by Simon Kim (홍보부)

Thank you to all parishioners who supported the Youth Group Bake Sale last Sunday. A total of $2,560.91 was raised, and the proceeds will be used to help those in need and support youth group activities.

-YG PTO-

Photos by Simon Kim (홍보부)

The Stations of the Cross will be held on the following dates:

Friday, March 6 at 7 PM – District 3

Friday, March 13 at 7 PM – District 4

Friday, March 20 at 7 PM – Parish Council

Friday, March 27 at 7 PM – Sr. Anna & Sr. Rosa

Friday, April 3 at 3 PM – Father - ㅡMichael

Mar 8 (English): After 10:30 Mass @ St. Paul Chong
Mar 15 (English): After 10:30 Mass @ St. Paul Chong

Mar 24 : After 7 PM Mass @ St. Andrew Kim

Mar 25 : After 10 AM Mass & 7 PM @ St.Paul Chong

Mar 26 : After 7 PM Mass @ Korean Martyrs

Holy Thursday: April 2 at 8:00 PM

A collection will be taken to support those in need.

Good Friday: April 3 at 8:00 PM

A collection will be taken for the support of the Holy Land (Jerusalem).

Easter Vigil: April 4 at 8:00 PM

Please join us for the solemn celebration of the Paschal Vigil.

Easter Sunday: April 5 at 7 AM &11 AM

*Please note: There will be no 10:30 AM English Mass on Easter Sunday.

We will collect the Lenten Rice Bowls (organized by Catholic Relief Services) on Easter Sunday.

Collection Date: April 5 (Easter Sunday)

Join us for a special Lenten music retreat!

Presenter: Claudia Soo-Yeon Kim

When: March 6 @ 8PM

Theme: Classical Music Singing Our Faith

Infant Baptism will be held on Saturday, March 14, at 3PM.

Parents of children under 7 who have not been baptized should

choose godparents, select a baptismal name, and register at the parish office.

If the parents are not Catholic or not registered in the parish,

a meeting with Father Michael is required.
Registration deadline: March 8

Dear CCD & YG Family,
As Father Michael mentioned during Mass, our annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Sunday, April 5, after the joint Mass! It’s always such a fun day for the kids, and we can’t make it happen without your help.
Even a little bit of your time can make a big difference: whether it’s hiding eggs, helping set up, or guiding the children. Together, we can give our kids sweet, joyful memories and share the love and happiness of Easter with them.

If you’re able to help, please sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CA9AD23A5FEC70-62675673-easter

Thank you so much for all that you do.
We can’t wait to celebrate Easter with you and the kids! ^^
*If you still have clean, empty plastic eggs from last year, please bring them to church so we can reuse them.

<CCD/YG> Easter Confession (during class)

Date: Sunday, March 8 & 15

<CCD> First Communion First Confession during CCD class

Date: Sunday, March 15

<CCD/YG> Spring Break

Date: Sunday, March 22

<CCD/YG> Easter (Joint Mass)

Date: Sunday, April 5 at 11AM
*Easter Egg Hunt will follow the 11 AM joint Mass.

+Praise Be Jesus

Beautiful fall is deepening, and the change of season, with its large temperature variations, has begun. We pray that all CCD families stay healthy.

The children are learning God's word from the teachers in CCD and getting along well with their friends.

We would like to provide guidance regarding the reading (lector) volunteer service during Mass. The children who have participated in the reading service so far have done very well, and we thank them. We will need more reading volunteers going forward.

All children who have received their First Holy Communion can participate in the reading volunteer service.

We would like to provide guidance on the methods for reading volunteer service, especially for children who want to participate in reading volunteer service but don't know how.

1. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Method

- Children who wish to volunteer for reading (lector) should use the following link to apply for the reading volunteer service.

2025-2026 Reading Volunteer Signup Link : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ABA829A2FFC25-57901605-liturgy#/

- Please practice by reading aloud the assigned reading material (First Reading or Second Reading) that the CCD PTO Team sent to you in advance at home.

- Please come to the church by 10:15 on Sunday and practice reading your assigned reading material at the sanctuary's lectern.

- During the 10:30 Mass, please participate by sitting in the very front pew on the center-left side of the sanctuary (the lector's seat).

- When it is your turn to read during the Mass, you will read your assigned reading material at the lectern.

Since the children can practice reading in advance, they can reduce their fear of reading in front of many people. Also, we will help the children practice reading at the lectern before Mass.

Please help the children to participate a lot in the reading volunteer service.

2. CCD Reading (Lector) Volunteer Encouragement and Rewards

Our CCD would like to encourage more students to volunteer for mass reading.

In order for the CCD teachers to provide positive reinforcement and encouragement in the classroom, they will offer praise to that day's reading (lector) volunteers during class time.

And, our CCD will reward all students who volunteer for mass reading.

In order to keep track of those who have volunteered for mass reading, after Mass, volunteers should talk to Sister Rosa in the sacristy and they should sign their name next to the date of service in the reading (lector) volunteer notebook, and Sister Rosa will then sign next to their names. The priest will verify these records and give awards to those who read during Mass on the last day of the first semester (December) and the last day of the second semester (May).

Please strongly encourage the children to join the reading volunteer service!

Thank you for your help.

-St. Paul Chong Ha Sang CCD PTO Team-

The registration fee is $140.

CCD: https://forms.gle/599LgJ9nfWkizEk76
YG: https://forms.gle/4MEF2YmmFsMyu4Zn6

To keep things running smoothly during Mass, please try to sit toward the inside of the pews. This will make it easier for latecomers to find their seats. We really appreciate your help!

<Devotion Mass>

Date: Saturday, March 7 at 10AM

<2025–2026 Bulletin Advertisement Sign-Up>

Thank you to all who support our parish bulletin.

Those wishing to renew or place a new ad are asked to submit a request to the parish office.

Ad Period: Easter 2026 – Palm Sunday 2026

Ad Fee: 1 space $250 | 2 spaces $450

<Young Adult Group Meeting>

The Young Adult group meets every Saturday after Mass.

Please invite any young adults you know to join!

<Silent Retreat in Assisi, Italy>

Date: 3/18-3/22/26

Details in the link.

https://collabjourneys.com/st_tour/leave-a-legacy-of-the-healed-silent-wellness-retreat-in-valle-di-assisi-2026/

Questions: Soojin Jun Bernadette

Pope Leo granted indulgence from this year’s January to next year’s January. The trip includes once in a lifetime opportunity to be closest to relics of St Francis, open to public only in February and March. Please see Soojin Bernadette for more info or question by the end of the month. Limited to 10 people.