St. Paul Chong Hasang Bulletin
Sunday March 1, 2026
2nd Sunday of Lent
Walking Toward the Light
The 2nd Sunday of Lent Year A shows us how God calls people to trust Him. In each reading, we see someone stepping forward with faith. Abram leaves his home. The disciples follow Jesus up the mountain. Paul tells Timothy to keep going even when life is hard.
These readings help us see that Lent is a time to listen and follow. God may lead us in ways we do not expect. We are not meant to stay in one place. Just like Abram and the disciples, we are called to move forward with hope.
On the 2nd Sunday of Lent Year A, we also hear about Jesus shining with light. This moment on the mountain gives the disciples a glimpse of what is to come. It reminds us that even in hard times, God’s light is near.
This Sunday gives us a reason to keep going. Even when the way is hard or uncertain, we walk in faith. God is leading us somewhere good.
- First Reading – Genesis 12:1-4a: The LORD commands Abram to leave his homeland and go to a new land that God will show him. God promises to bless Abram and make him the father of a great nation, and Abram obeys, leaving his home as directed.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 33: A prayer of trust in God’s mercy and justice. The psalmist praises God’s works and faithfulness, and acknowledges that God protects and delivers those who fear and hope in him, ultimately putting their trust in the Lord’s kindness.
- Second Reading – 2 Timothy 1:8b-10: Paul encourages Timothy to join in suffering for the gospel, reminding him that God has saved and called them to a holy life, not because of their own deeds, but because of God’s grace and purpose, which has now been revealed through Christ’s appearance and victory over death.
- Gospel – Matthew 17:1-9: Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a mountain where he is transfigured before them, shining with a bright light, and they see Moses and Elijah talking with Jesus. A voice from heaven affirms that Jesus is God’s beloved son, and the disciples are told not to speak of the event until after Jesus has risen from the dead.
Pastoral Direction for 2026
Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language?
(Acts 2:8)
2026 Annual Catholic Appeal
Theme: Together We Bring Light
Parish Goal: $14,805
Follow-up: Feb 28–Mar 1
Stations of the Cross
The Stations of the Cross will be held on the following dates:
Friday, February 27 at 7 PM – District 2
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
Lenten Confession Schedule
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 Week Schedule
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.
Lenten Rice Bowl
We will collect the Lenten Rice Bowls (organized by Catholic Relief Services) on Easter Sunday.
Collection Date: April 5 (Easter Sunday)
Lenten Music Retreat
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
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
Daylight Saving Time Begins
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8.
Please set your clocks forward one hour at 2 AM.
<CCD & YG> Important Dates to Remember
<CCD/YG> Safe Environment Training
Date: Sunday, March 1
<YG> Bake Sale
Date: Sunday, March 1
<CCD/YG> Easter Confession (during class)
Date: Sunday, March 8 & 15
<CCD> First Communion First Confession during CCD class
Date: Sunday, March 15
Reading Volunteer Sign-Up & Guidelines
+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-
2025–2026 Sunday School & YG Registration
The registration fee is $140.
CCD: https://forms.gle/599LgJ9nfWkizEk76
YG: https://forms.gle/4MEF2YmmFsMyu4Zn6
Seating Reminder for Mass
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!
Parish Announcements
<Communion for the Sick>
Date: Wednesday, March 4, after Mass
To register, please contact the Sisters or the church office.
<March Holy Hour>
Date: Friday, March 6, after Mass
<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.
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.