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				<title><![CDATA[Pope Leo XIV]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In his first Lenten message he writes: “Let us begin by disarming our language, avoiding harsh words and rash judgement, refraining from slander and speaking ill of those who are not present and cannot defend themselves,” he said. “Instead, let us strive to measure our words and cultivate kindness and respect in our families, among our friends, at work, on social media, in political debates, in the media and in Christian communities.” (Lenten Message of Pope Leo XIV)]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026 Confirmation Retreatants]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to the OLR community for your prayers for our Confirmation retreat. It was a success. Special thanks to Fr. David who spent most of Saturday with the retreat. The team and confirmandis greatly appreciate his and your support.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star - Margaret De Los Santos]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Margaret De Los Santos (OLR Class of 2024) placed in the top 10 percent of her class and was recognized by St. Anthony’s High School for academic excellence and as a Distinguished Scholar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star - Marianne De Los Santos]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Marianne De Los Santos (OLR Class of 2022) placed in the top 10 percent of her class and was recognized by St. Anthony’s High School for academic excellence and as a Distinguished Scholar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star - Troy Martinez]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2145974</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Stars]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2143217</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet Sean and Diane Dolan]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 11:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daniel Santos - OLR Star]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2139499</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We Give YouThanks]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[OLR was blessed to pack and distribute food to 30 local families. What we do in the church building matters when we are church to one another.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanks to our Gardening Angels]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our wonderful team members worked together to spruce up our church grounds.  We are grateful.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All are Welcome!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2138547</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Dr. Michelle Wechsler, OLR School Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2095695</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2025 08:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Stars]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2091814</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Shawn O'Hare!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2089105</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2025 19:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star- Marilyn James]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2089104</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2025 18:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Bird Religious Education Registration!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2083918</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Registration for Religious Education begins Tuesday, July 1. Early bird registration has a discount of $50 per family if registered and paid by July 31. Programs are for Grades 1 through High School and include First Communion and Confirmation; classes begin in September. Register at https://bit.ly/44yUABY. Questions? Call SRE at (562) 597-3102.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 10:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star - Dorothy Chika Akpamgbo]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2083916</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 10:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[City of Long Beach Summer Food Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2082326</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Children can receive free lunch this summer. The free meals will be available at 24 locations throughout Long Beach and Signal Hill. Visit headline link for more information.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for a Fun Summer!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2082187</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 Confirmation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2072769</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bishop Marc Trudeau confirmed Our Lady of Refuge candidates on May 3, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 12:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Announcing Vacation Bible School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2066481</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 14:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Star  - Kimberly Nelson Polasky]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2063288</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[OLR Star Kimberly Nelson Polasky serves as Chapter Secretary for her local Chapter of Woodmen Life, where she dedicates her free time to volunteering in the community. Recently, she helped plan a Jurisdictional Convention and was nominated to serve as Jurisdictional Treasurer. She was also nominated to be one of six National Representatives for the Jurisdiction (CA, HI, OR, NV, WA) at the National Convention that will be held in Washington, D.C. this August. Her dedication, sharp mind, and heart for service make her perfect for these roles.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Please join our Holy Week Liturgies.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2055653</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 OCIA Catechumens]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2052426</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[John McGlynn and our Catechumens, Ryan Daisy, Emily Pulido and Ryan Kusch with their sponsors.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 09:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confirmation Retreat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2034066</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Confirmation retreat attended last weekend included sunrise meditation (dolphins seen each morning) and sunset meditation. Our teens also celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Adoration, thanks to Fr. David who spent most of Saturday with our candidates. Thanks to all of you who kept us in your prayers. It was a great step in our teens’ journey of faith.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join in Prayer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2026470</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Keep Christ in Christmas" Contest Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/2020000</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jan 2025 10:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet our OLR Star - Celeste Alfaro]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Celeste Alfaro is in the 11th grade at St. Joseph High School and in the second year of her Confirmation process. She took first place in Singles Tennis at the USTA tournament. Congratulations Celeste! (We are featuring parishioners who have achieved in the areas of academics, arts, music, athletics, community service, and employment. Please send the name, a brief description, and a photo to dre@start.olrs.org.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:33:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet our OLR Stars]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dalu, Simdee and Ralu Akpambgo are truly OLR Stars. These three have grown up in our parish. They have dutifully accepted every request to serve as altar servers at Sunday Masses, special events, etc. Seeing them on the altar, for more than 10 years in Dalu's case, is reassuring and reinforces our idea of community. They have received their sacraments with us. Ralu is currently in 7th grade at OLR. Dalu is a junior at Poly High School and has played on Poly's varsity basketball and football teams since he was a freshman; he also plays basketball on an elite club team. Simdee is a sophomore at Poly and plays on the varsity girls' basketball team. At the same time as serving OLR and playing sports, Dalu and Simdee have maintained good grades and taken AP courses. Thank you, Meg Morrow, for recommending these parishioners.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 12:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet our OLR Stars - Bill and Debbie Wolf]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bill grew up in this parish and made his First Communion at OLR. Debbie has been a member since 1980. They have served as Coordinators of Project Achieve, Catechists to all ages, and Ministers to the Sick and have worked on the church environment. Bill was our photographer for several years for First Communion and Confirmation. Debbie currently is the Altar Server Coordinator and Wedding Coordinator. Both are Ministers of Communion. We are fortunate to have them as longtime members of our community!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 09:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Fr. David Loftus to Our Lady of Refuge]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[as our New Pastor! Below is his initial message to you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Jun 2024 23:20:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Priest Retirement Fund 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1936050</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please watch this new promotional video for the Priest Retirement Fund 2024. This video is a heartfelt tribute to our retired priests and highlights the importance of supporting their well-being in their golden years.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:25:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Christopher Carvlin and Desmond D'Sa Exemplified to  Knights of Columbus 4th Degree]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mary Help of Christians Council 3052 is both pleased and honored to announce that two Brother Knights from our Council have joined the 4th Degree of the Knights of Columbus! 

Brothers Christopher Carvlin and Desmond D’Sa now have the prestigious title of “Sir Knight” and are members of the Gov. Peter H. Burnett Assembly #042.

This is more than a title and a uniform.  These men have chosen to embrace our Order’s fourth principle: Patriotism.  They are part of a group who lead the efforts to reach out to veterans and active military and to embody the fact that one can be a faithful Catholic and also be a faithful citizen.

Please join us in both congratulating our Brother Knights and praying for their fruitful service to our Fraternal Order.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 10:05:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Retirement Farewell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1915895</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for Mass and Reception after the 10:00 AM Mass, June 23, 2024.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:39:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Retreat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1897128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join a one day retreat with Fr. Gerard to St. Andrew's Abbey]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 08:48:32 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Christmas Story with Dr. Bill Creasy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1849719</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Advent mini-retreat at St. Joseph, Wednesday, December 6, 10 AM - 12 PM.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:40:14 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4th Grade "Saints"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1841176</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[OLR School students know the true meaning of All Saints Day. They delighted the parish community with their costumes and spirit.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 08:06:27 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cub Scout Awards - Congratulations!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1835898</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Alex and Troy Martinez receive Religion Awards from their Den Leader, Mariela Salgado, Cub Scout Pack 88 while parents Fatima and Jaime look on.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:56:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Synod of Bishops - October 4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1820273</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In anticipation of the opening of the Sixteenth Ordinary Assembly of Synod of Bishops on October 4, with the topic
For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission, the Holy See has issued prayers for use this Sunday
(Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time) and in the coming days.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:08:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Religious Education Assistant Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1784364</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 09 Jul 2023 10:18:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 First Communicants]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1770339</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2023 17:21:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Our Lady of Refuge Parish 75th Anniversary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1761987</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Lady of Refuge Parish 75th Anniversary Event was last Sunday, May 14 with Mass presided Archbishop José Gomez. Please click the title link for more details.....]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 20 May 2023 06:01:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Soup and Stations]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1743950</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Soup and Stations has its final evening next week, with Stations of the Cross at 6:30 P.M. followed
by a simple supper of meatless soups, bread, and water in the Cafeteria. (You may also bring your
own beverage.) We welcome your participation! This is a parish undertaking to build our sense of
community as we prepare for Lent. (Please be sure food is delivered to the Cafeteria no later than
6:20 P.M.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Mar 2023 13:57:41 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Santo Niño de Prague Mass Celebration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1709290</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January 15 at 10 A.M. followed by a small reception in the hall.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2023 09:29:33 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Diaconate Virtual Information Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1703675</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the Diaconate Formation Office Sunday, January 15 2023 2pm—4pm Presentaciones son en inglés y español. To register contact Deacon Melecio Zamora at: dmz2011@la-archdiocese.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2023 09:03:55 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cardinal Cantalamessa: The Church lives by her faith]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1697563</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In his first sermon for the season of Advent 2022, Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa highlights the importance of the theological virtue of faith in our Christian journey, and urges the faithful to go to meet Christ, who comes with an act of faith that is a promise of God and a prophecy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:27:42 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parol Making]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1691253</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enjoy seeing the fun and creativity of parol making in the Cafeteria with our community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:34:18 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Eucharistic Congress]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1675322</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our San Pedro Region will have it's Congress on November 19th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:50:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Calling all interested Men of Faith]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1664569</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard is forming a group for men to gather, pray, reflect, and share as Brothers in Christ. He wants to hear from those interested, curious, and searching for something more. Possible times can be mutually agreed upon, but early morning is a possibility one day a week. Email Fr. Gerard at frgerard@start.olrs.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 12:06:42 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[San Pedro Pastoral Region - Jubilee Year Pilgrimage]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1645289</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[San Pedro Pastoral Region - Jubilee Year Pilgrimage
Celebrating 250 Years of Mission San Gabriel Arcángel

When: August 31, 2022, 7:00 PM
Where: St. Anthony Catholic Church
540 Olive Avenue, Long Beach
Presider: Bishop Marc V. Trudeau]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 20:24:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[An Evening with Carolyn Woo]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1634236</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An online discussion with Carolyn Woo about
Rising: Learning from Women’s Leadership in Catholic Ministries


Wednesday, July 27, 2022
6 p.m. Central Time
(7 p.m. Eastern Time)


To RSVP and to receive the Zoom link, email info@womenofthechurch.org by Monday, July 25th.
Conversation led by Kimberly Baker, co-founder of Women of the Church,
with the opportunity for participants to submit questions and comments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:43:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[What is the oldest Marian hymn?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1632671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In 1917, a stunning treasure came to the John Rylands Library in Manchester, England.

It was a piece of papyrus, Egyptian in origin.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 20:35:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Our Lady of Refuge Feast Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1622779</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Day (July 5) celebration on Saturday, July 9 at 4 P.M. Vigil Mass]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:20:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR is starting a choir!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1630223</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:18:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Ordination of Justin Ordoveza]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1621614</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday through Friday, June 1-3: Tickets to attend the ordination are available at the church office. Please bring $22 in cash. The buses leave at 6 A.M. from the OLR parking lot on Saturday, June 4.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jun 2022 07:09:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Religious Education Enrollment Form 2022-2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1611302</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to Religious Education at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church in Long Beach, CA we are excited to journey with your family as we grow in faith. Please fill out the following form to enroll your child in Religious Education and/or Sacrament Preparation Programs for the 2022-2023 program year. If you have any questions please contact the Office of Religious Education at (562) 597-3102. Early Bird Registration discount is $25 if registered and paid by July 31, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 09:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Earth Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1603096</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[April 22 – Friday of the Octave of Easter
The Risen Savior Has redeemed the world!

“Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice!” (Ps 96:11)
As Daughters and Sons of the Light, let us join together as one body
this Friday to restore God’s good creation with a plan for Earth Day 2022!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 23 Apr 2022 09:40:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["ALIVE" ONE NIGHT ONLY IN THEATERS APRIL 25]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1602005</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Archdiocese of Los Angeles invites the faithful to support ALIVE, a new documentary film about the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Bosco Films and Hakuna from Spain have arranged for a unique opportunity to make a film on the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist available nationwide in the United States. They were able to get one night, on April 25 at 7 p.m., in theaters across the country, with showings in the Archdiocese of LA and Diocese of Orange. This film provides our community of faith a unique opportunity to share with others this moving experience of the transformative power of the Eucharist, while also helping us nourish our own personal connection to the Eucharist in our daily lives.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:01:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Easter Vigil - New Members]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1600802</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:23:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Monsignor William O’Keeffe's Memorial Mass 4-13-22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1587530</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Msgr. William J. O'Keeffe
September 21, 1935 – March 20, 2022

Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, April 13 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady Refuge Catholic Church. There will be a vigil on Tuesday evening, April 12 at 7:00 PM .]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 08:39:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Children's Station of the Cross]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1588671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our students participated in the Stations of the Cross recently.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 10:33:08 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome March Baptisms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1585490</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Josie and Aiden Henriquez-Gonzales and Isabel Rose Granda were baptized on March 12.  We welcome and congratulate them and their families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:36:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confirmation Retreatant Preparation Underway]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1585488</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our OLR Confirmation Retreatants are preparing for the April 2 ceremony following the theme, "Go Light your world" and reflected on how they might share their gifts with others.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:22:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA['We Have Made Polar History': The Endurance Is Found]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1584886</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:04:17 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Drop-off of Used Batteries]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1583991</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will be having different care of creation ideas as a response to Pope Francis' encyclical, Laudato Si. The first will be safe disposal of used batteries.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:02:54 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ukraine Needs Our Prayers and Help]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1577949</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is partnering with Caritas International and is on the ground in Ukraine. Money is needed for food and water]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 19:44:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1545966</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You are all welcome to Bible Study this Tuesday, January 4, 2021 at 7:00 PM in the Parish Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:23:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Children practicing...]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1545087</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our children are practicing for the 4:00 PM Christmas Eve Mass. Children re-enact the nativity story.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 09:02:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Diaconate Virtual Information Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1550213</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the Diaconate Formation Office
Sunday, January 16, 2022 from 
2pm—4pm

Presentaciones son en inglés y español.
To register contact Deacon Melecio Zamora at:
dmz2011@la-archdiocese.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 08 Jan 2022 11:50:39 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Bill's Farewell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1528744</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fr. Bill's Message to OLR and more]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Nov 2021 18:57:49 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ribbon Wall - Names of our departed beloved final weekend]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1518941</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ribbon Wall - Thanks to all who placed the names of their beloved departed on our ribbon wall.  This is the final weekend to do so before All Souls Day.  There is no fee, just prayers during the month of November for all the people represented by the ribbons.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 09:37:58 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gregory Boyle will speak at Our Lady of Refuge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1541898</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fr. Gregory Boyle will speak at Our Lady of Refuge on Tuesday, December 14 at 7 P.M. Mark your calendars now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 10:21:23 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CELEBRATE PRIESTHOOD - SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1497355</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Sep 2021 14:58:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLRS Ice Cream Social]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1485464</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Ice Cream Social is back this year! Join us this Saturday, 8/28, after 4 P.M. Mass for some great food, music, and festivities. We'll be serving up more than ice cream with activities that will be fun for the entire family.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:32:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard Makes Announcement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1476266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[OLR School Has Principal Change]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 19:42:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Diaconate Virtual Information Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1467607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the
Diaconate Formation Office


Sunday, August 15, 2021
2pm—4pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2021 16:40:40 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[July 5th - Memorial Mass for Our Beloved Deceased]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1462248</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we return to our former ways of worship and liturgies, we wish to respectfully celebrate the lives of those we lost during the last 18 months, whether from Covid-19 or other causes. Please join us for a special OLR Memorial Mass on Monday, July 5, Feast of Our Lady of Refuge, at 5:30 P.M. Could there be a more fitting feast day to join as a parish community to commemorate our loved ones? We would ask that you provide names (maybe with dates of passing) and photos (framed if possible) of all whom you would like mentioned at this Mass. You may leave the names and labeled photos in the basket by the Baptismal font this weekend or bring them with you to the Mass. Names may be emailed to dre@start.olrs.org. Photos will be placed on the altar steps. Lectors will read the list of the deceased. The ribbons we hung outside in November will be in a basket on the altar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jul 2021 20:17:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - June 2, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1451762</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 17:30:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gregory Boyle at OLR]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1474006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fr. Gregory Boyle will speak at Our Lady of Refuge on Tuesday, December 14 at 7 P.M. Mark your calendars now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2021 09:43:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 19, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1444121</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please welcome into our parish community Divina Grace Crisostomo, Isaac Roman, and Abraham Zaragoza. They were baptized on Saturday, May 16. Baptisms are held once a month. Call the Religious Ed office with any questions regarding registration.  (562) 597-3102]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 22:49:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NO MASS WEDNESDAY]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1468468</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DUE TO SCHEDULED SCE POWER OUTAGE......]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2021 19:26:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 12, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1440180</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please celebrate the First Eucharist of Simon, Levi, and Logan Zandi, who received this sacrament last Saturday at the Vigil Mass.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 11:59:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 6, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1436202</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 16:51:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - April 28, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1431085</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 19:19:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message - April 14, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1423225</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:17:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Drive-Thru Food Distibution Event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1456187</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. See and click flyer for more detail]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2021 20:53:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message - March 31, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1415994</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:39:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - March 24, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1412290</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 21:12:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - March 17, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1408455</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:05:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard Makes OLR School Announcement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1399966</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:03:03 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - February 24, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1394451</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:33:55 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Lenten Message - February 16, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1388934</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 20:15:01 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Red Cross Blood Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1387234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a blood drive on Sunday, February 28, 10 A..M. – 4 P.M. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 9847 Beverly Street, Bellflower. To make an appointment, sign up at www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor code BellflowerKofC or call 1-800-733-2767.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:27:11 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Weekly Lenten Fish Fry]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1387233</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Knights of Columbus sponsor a Friday fish fry (4:30 – 7 P.M.) during Lent at the Bellflower office. Dinners are packaged to-go; pre-order no later than 1 P.M. each Friday by calling 562-866-9105. Fish and chips or baked fish = $11; deep fried shrimp = $13; extra fish = $3; children under 12 = $7. Orders include French fries, coleslaw, pickle slice, and tartar sauce. (Begins on February 19.) Location: 9847 Artesia Blvd., Bellflower CA 90706.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:24:08 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - February 3, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1380636</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:32:13 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - January 28, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1375848</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:22:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Vigil Mass Cancelled Tonight]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1372487</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mass will be cancelled tonight at 4:00 PM - Jan. 23, due to rain.
Please join us for Mass tomorrow or via livestream.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2021 10:48:11 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Adoration Cancelled Tonight]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1369932</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This evening's planned Adoration is cancelled. The canopies were taken down due to high winds. Please continue to pray for peace in our country.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 15:34:06 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Adoration Reminder - Tuesday, January 19, 7:00 P.M.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1369119</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 14:39:15 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - January 13, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1366943</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:46:48 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's New Year's Message - December 30, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1360376</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2020 14:57:31 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Diaconate Virtual Information Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1364446</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosted by the Diaconate Formation Office
Sunday, January 31, 2021
2pm—4pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2021 05:44:14 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-week Message from Fr. Gerard - December 23, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1360033</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:45:40 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - December 16, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1357376</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 18:44:17 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - December 10, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1353885</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2020 07:59:06 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Mid-Week Message - December 2, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1348368</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:08:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Thanksgiving Message - November 26, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1345508</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:48:08 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Are you a Catholic adult who hasn't received Confirmation?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1343407</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 10:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Mid-Week Message - November 18, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1341964</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2020 19:01:47 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - November 11, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1336931</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:41:40 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - October 28, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1327820</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2020 13:54:04 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - October 21, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1322367</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:26:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rejoice]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1320775</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us as our Regional Congress 2.0 closes with a Friday evening and Saturday
morning Retreat Experience.

Come with us through this restorative process as we find inspiration from the saints, known and unknown, under the guidance of our Holy Mother Mary, to find our own unique ways to move forward with hope and joy, to Rejoice!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 06:20:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - October 14, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1317660</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 17:39:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - October 7, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1313596</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:11:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pope Francis signing the new Encyclical "Fratelli Tutti" in Assisi, 3 October]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1313590</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I urge you to prayerfully read a summary of this powerful encyclical from the Vatican News attached to this message and I pray you are all well and full of the Holy Spirit. https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-10/fratelli-tutti-pope-fraternity-social-friendship-short-summary.html]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:07:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - September 30, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1308222</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:14:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - September 23, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1302936</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 11:24:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - September 16, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1298558</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2020 21:28:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - September 9, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1294064</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 11:45:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - September 2, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1288972</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:01:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Statement from Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., on remarks by former Coach Lou Holtz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1285316</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2020 10:13:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - August 26, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1283366</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:54:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-week Message from Fr. Gerard - August 19, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1278250</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 16:21:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jr. High Religious Education Sign-ups]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1276070</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Its not too late to sign-up for Jr. High Religious Education
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:54:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nicholas Russell Professes 1st Vows]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1273831</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 19:55:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - August 12, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1272739</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:16:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Protecting God's Children for Adults]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1269466</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Children Are at Increased Risk for Abuse When Stressors Abound
   
By Robert Hugh Farley, M.S.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2020 14:16:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - August 5, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1267346</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 16:32:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - July 29, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1262922</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:27:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Serving Others in Action]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1261241</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sue Brown and her ministry of crocheting prayer shawls for those in need. This one is for a young girl who has a tumor, and the three colored crosses for her great grandmother, her grandmother and her Mom.

Sue also made a shawl for Betty in memory of her husband.  The white stoles are for the newly baptised .]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2020 12:06:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - July 21, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1259010</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 16:04:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mt. St. Mary's University Spiritual Direction Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1259015</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mt. St. Mary’s University is offering a 3-year certification program in Spiritual Direction. This course is being offered online via weekly sessions on Tuesdays from 6-9 PM. Fr. Jim Clarke Ph.D., and Sr. Carol Quinlivan, CSJ PH.D., will be the professors of record.  Applications are due by August 1.  For more info please contact: Meghan-Maley Nevarez at 213-477-2676 or mnevarez@msmu.edu]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 16:15:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Newly Baptized - Congratulations Camden!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1257336</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The most inspirational young man from our OLR second grade, Camden McKeever requested himself to become a Catholic and was baptized into our church family this past week!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 19:51:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update Regarding Liturgical Celebrations in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1255987</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2020 10:56:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Irish Blessing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1254740</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[<div> Please make sure to click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TascsWZPj8U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> or the title above to watch the video.</div>
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<div><span class="style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto">The Irish Blessing (Beannacht uile-Éireann) is a project inspired by the many international recordings of "The Blessing” (by Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe and Elevation Worship) which have been made during this time of pandemic. We wanted to honour that inspiration, whilst at the same time, honouring the unique history and culture of our island. So we chose a song that would resonate across the island, with every denomination and cultural grouping, one that could be used as a platform to sing a Blessing over our land, all our key-workers and those they are caring for. “Be Thou My Vision” is just such a hymn written over 1000 years ago. It reminds us of the One to whom we should look in this time of pandemic, whose presence is our light, the source of our wisdom, in whom we find our treasure and where we find victory. </span></div>
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<div><span class="style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto">Individuals from 300 Christian churches and organisations located in every county on the island submitted self-recordings of vocals and instruments which have been compiled by our creative team to produce this music video - we hope you receive a blessing as you watch it. </span></div>]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:36:33 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-week Message from Fr. Gerard - July 8, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1254244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Masses available this weekend: SA 5:30 P.M., SU 8 A.M., and SU 11:30 A.M.
Confessions resume on Saturday, July 11 from 4-5 P.M. in the 8th grade classroom. Please wear a mask. Line up at the benches maintaining 6 feet of social distancing.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Wednesday, July 15, 7-8 P.M. in the church.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2020 17:31:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[WHEN WORDS FALL SHORT]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1252762</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[WHEN WORDS FALL SHORT
A PASTORAL LETTER ON RACISM
Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D.
Diocese of Las Vegas
June 10, 2020

The tragic and inhumane death of Mr. George Floyd has enraged the nation and galvanized
people across the globe to cry out together for justice in his name.
In fewer than nine minutes, we witnessed breathtaking footage of an unarmed black man
receiving capital punishment for a petty crime, pleading for his life while crying out those
infamous words that haunt the soul of this nation. “I can’t breathe.”
That breathtaking scene has torn the curtain back on a grave and silent sin that continues to
disease and demean the spirit of our nation, and that is the pernicious sin of racism.
Now, the individual and collective voices of people everywhere crying out “Black Lives Matter,”
“No Justice, No Peace!,” “Justice for George!,” will not be silenced until there is real, deliberate,
and systemic change in American society and in nations across the world.
This time, words, chants, prayers, and placards, however necessary and sincere, will not be
enough to satisfy the hue and cry of the people.
We want real evidence of real change.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:19:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Mid-Week Message - July 1, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1252331</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome to our new Pastor, Fr. Gerard O’Brien, and new Principal, Mr. Donnie Green]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:07:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's Mid-Week Message - June 17, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1248148</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Lady of Refuge will open June 20-21 for the public celebration of Mass at SA 5:30 P.M., SU 8 A.M., and SU 11:30 A.M. Registrations are required due to limited attendance.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 20:09:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Church Re-opening Message from Fr. Gerard - June 11, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1245765</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Lady of Refuge will open June 20-21 for the public celebration of Mass at SA 5:30 P.M., SU 8 A.M., and SU 11:30 A.M.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2020 14:20:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard's 25th Anniversary Mass]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1242545</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join in congratulating Fr. Gerard on the 25th Anniversary of his ordination, June 4, 1995.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2020 05:36:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 27, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1236754</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 19:38:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 20, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1232777</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 15:08:33 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 13, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1228148</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2020 18:44:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Principal Announcement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1227283</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 16:15:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Good News - Announcement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1224646</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We have some wonderful news to share with everyone ...... as of July 1, 2020, Father Gerard O’Brien will officially be the Pastor of Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church! Please congratulate him when you can and welcome him officially into our church family! Great news!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 17:27:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - May 6, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1223974</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 12:20:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Good Shepherd Sunday Mass]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1221070</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Good Shepherd Sunday,
The 4th Sunday of Easter mass at 5:30 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2020 01:07:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - April 29, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1219479</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:43:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - April 22, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1215170</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2020 08:07:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Divine Mercy Sunday Mass]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1212385</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will have our 2nd Sunday of Easter mass or the Sunday of Divine Mercy that will be broadcast at around 9:00 AM Sunday, April 19. You will get a blank screen if you click it before 9:00 AM. Also, if your Caption cc is turned ON, we suggest to turn Caption Off by moving your cursor to the bottom right and then click that Caption Off after hovering on the cc icon.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2020 03:28:27 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - April 15, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1210543</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:34:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Easter Blessing at 9 am]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1208553</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fr. Gerard and Msgr. Bill's Easter Blessing video at around 9 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2020 09:37:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Easter Vigil of the Holy Night at 7 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1208453</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Easter Vigil (Holy Saturday) broadcast will start at 7 p.m. tonight]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2020 11:33:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Good Friday - The Passion of the Lord]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1207952</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Broadcast will be at 3 pm on April 10. You will see a blank page until 3 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:10:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - Holy Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1206438</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2020 17:14:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holy Thursday Mass on April 9 at 7 pm.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1206110</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please attend our Holy Thursday mass at 7 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 18:29:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palm Sunday Video Mass]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1204553</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please attend our Palm Sunday Video Mass]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2020 22:42:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Notice Regarding Palm Sunday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1203947</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[from The Archdiocese of Los Angeles: Out of caution for the health of all, priests must not distribute blessed palms or leave them out for the Faithful to pick up.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:55:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No distribution of palms on Palm Sunday and Liturgical Information Regarding Holy Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1203874</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On March 24, 2020, the Liturgical Guidelines for the Year 2020 Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic was sent to you via email. An addendum to those liturgical guidelines was sent to you on March 31, 2020. For your convenience, both documents are attached in English and Spanish. Please take special notice of some items regarding Holy Week. However, please be sure to read the entirety of the guidelines and addendum.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:12:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-Week Message from Fr. Gerard - April 1, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1202434</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 17:44:42 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pray the Rosary with Msgr. Bill]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1201824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Msgr. Bill praying the Rosary and Fr. Gerard sings Immaculate Mary. Click the heading above or under About OLR - choose Videos!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 16:55:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mid-week Message from Fr. Gerard - March 25, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1196943</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2020 16:42:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[To the Parishioners from Fr. Gerard]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1193501</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Little Resources – Abundant Love

Father Bill and I want to thank our incredible parishioners for remembering that while financial resources are very tight at OLR we exist amidst an abundance of love.  While special dispensation has been granted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles acknowledging we cannot attend Mass, we can still participate in the Celebration of the Eucharist on-line and on television. Surely, Christ in His infinite wisdom, is consoling us as we console Him, and support His church in these most difficult times.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:18:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cancellation of  Events]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1188056</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 07:53:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR School Enrollment is now Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1151024</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year is now open. Come see all the wonderful benefits of a Catholic Education can provide your child by scheduling a tour today. Openings for some grade levels are filling up quickly. For more information or to schedule a tour please call the school office at 562-597-0819 or visit the school website: www.olrs.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2020 03:30:24 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[OLR Women's Retreat Attendees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1170430</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year's women's Silent Retreat was held at Sacred Heart Retreat House in Alhambra. The theme was on the Holy Spirit.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 09:30:10 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[50th Anniversary of the Holy Father’s Ordination to the Priesthood]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1136669</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2019 09:54:43 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Joseph Curiel - Ad + Altare+ Dei]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ourladyofrefuge.org/apps/news/article/1126115</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Joseph Curiel, a member of our parish and Scouts of America, has chosen to deepen his faith and has completed his religious emblem Ad+Altare+Dei. Congratulations, Joseph. We are proud of you!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:15:32 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YouTube Video Shared by Fr. G]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Watch as we encounter REAL people and are open to their very unpredictable opinions. Please share this video message with your friends, family and community. Learn more at https://mtyr.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2019 15:36:58 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to Our Website!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for visiting Our Lady of Refuge Church website! Please check back often as updates are still being made,  bookmark us and click on article headlines to view full stories where applicable.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2019 08:47:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Faith Direct eGiving]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a sign of growth at Our Lady of Refuge, the church now provides all parishioners with the opportunity to set-up and personally manage their offertory contributions online using Faith Direct.  Faith Direct is an E -Giving resource used by hundreds of Catholic churches across the country.  It only takes two minutes to set up your personal account.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2019 06:57:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Gardening Angels!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are having a Gardening Angels Day from 9 - noon, quarterly on a Saturday morning (scheduled in advance) to spend 3 hours providing some tender loving care in the gardens around the parish. Good exercise, fellowship and spirit is all that is required. Help us make OLR grounds reflect the beauty and love of our parish.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2019 07:00:50 -0800</pubDate>
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