January 24, 2016 - Sacred Heart Church

January 24, 2016 - Sacred Heart Church

Santo Niño Celebration
SUNDAY MASSES
Saturday: 5:30pm
Sunday: 6:45am, 8:00am, *9:30am
11:00am, 5:30pm *Signed for hearing impaired
Domingo: 12:45pm & 2:30pm (Español)
HOLY DAYS / DIAS SANTOS
(Days of Obligation)
English - Vigil: 5:30pm
7:00am, 9:00am, 12noon, 5:30pm
Español: 7:30pm
WEEKDAY MASSES
CONFESSIONS
Mon-Fri: 7:00am & 5:30pm
Weekdays: 6:30am & 5:00pm
(20 min. before Mass)
Saturday: 4:00pm - 5:00pm & 8:00pm
WEDDINGS
By appointment, 6-month advance notice.
PASTOR
Fr. Tom Baker
ASSOCIATE PASTORS
Fr. Gerald Osuagwu
Fr. Raymont Medina
BAPTISMS
English: 3rd Saturday of each month.
Call 948-3011.
Spanish: El primer Sabado de cada mes.
Llame 942-7853.
Pastors Corner
Jan. 24, 2016
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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
We are the Body of Christ
In our second reading today St. Paul says that ―as a body is one though it
has many parts, and all the parts of the body, though many, are one body, so also
Christ.‖ This analogy of the body provides one of Paul‘s most striking metaphors. Two key points are to be drawn from this analogy. First, as in the body,
all members are necessary; so in the body of Christ all are necessary. This reminds us that each member of the believing community is important and should
not be forgotten. No matter whether we like an individual, we must realize that
person is necessary for the completion of the plan of God. If we do not like the
shape of a finger, we do not cut it off. We realize instead its importance.
The second point is that what happens to one member has an effect on
all. If we injure one part of our body, we feel the pain all through it. Therefore,
when we hurt one member of the community, we are sending a rippling effect of hurt all though the community. We must
constantly realize that because we form one body, our actions do have effects beyond our capacity to predict or understand. Therefore, we must think before we act, for we are the body of Christ.
Our Archbishop is asking our support for the Body of Christ here in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles by making a
commitment to the Together in Mission Campaign. The poorest areas of this wonderful Archdiocese need our help to provide
the basic services and keep the church and school doors open. Please make a commitment to the Body of Christ here in Los
Angeles. In giving to THEM you are actually giving to US. Peace, Fr. Tom
Together In Mission – The mailing for the 2016 Together in Mission Campaign has begun. This Campaign assists needy
parishes and schools in our Archdiocese (37 parishes and 56 Catholic schools). These funds help maintain a meaningful Catholic presence in some of the most impoverished areas of our Archdiocese. Having been a pastor for over 8 years in a parish
that received financial assistance through this program I know first-hand how vital this campaign is. Please make some commitment for this Campaign. Envelopes are in the pews and brochures are in the back of the Church. Thank you.
Somos el Cuerpo de Cristo
En la 2da. Lectura hoy St. Pablo dice: ―Así como el cuerpo es uno y tiene muchos miembros y todos ellos, a pesar
de ser muchos, forman un solo cuerpo, así también es Cristo.‖ Esta analogía del cuerpo proporciona una de las metáforas más
esplendidas de Pablo. Dos puntos muy importantes en relación a esta analogía son: Primero: En el cuerpo todos los miembros
son necesarios; por lo tanto en el cuerpo de Cristo todos los miembros son necesarios. Esto nos recuerda que cada miembro de
la comunidad creyente es importante y no debe ser olvidado. No importa si nos simpatiza la persona o no, tenemos que darnos
cuenta que para la realización de plan de Dios cada persona es necesaria. Por ejemplo, si no nos gusta un dedo, ¿lo cortaríamos? Claro que no, porque somos conscientes de su importancia. Segundo: Todo lo que le sucede a uno de los miembros
del cuerpo tiene efecto en los demás miembros. Si nos lesionamos una parte del cuerpo, sentimos dolor en todo el cuerpo.
Esto nos enseña que, cuando nos hacemos daño unos con otros en la comunidad, estamos ocasionando un efecto negativo causando dolor y heridas en todos los miembros de la comunidad. Tenemos que ser conscientes en todo momento que, somos
un sólo cuerpo, y que nuestras acciones tienen que reflejar un efecto que va más allá de nuestra capacidad de la percepción y
en entendimiento. Por lo tanto, tenemos que pensar antes que actuar, porque ―somos el cuerpo de Cristo‖. Nuestro Arzobispo
esta pidiendo nuestro apoyo para el Cuerpo de Cristo aquí en la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles, nos exhorta a ser un compromiso para la Campaña Juntos en Misión. Las zonas más pobres de esta maravillosa Arquidiócesis necesitan nuestra ayuda
para proporcionar los servicios más básicos y mantener las escuelas y las parroquias abiertas. Por favor, hagan un compromiso con el Cuerpo de Cristo aquí en Los Ángeles. Dando a ellos se están dando a ustedes mismos. Paz. P. Tomás.
Juntos en Misión - El correo para la Campana de Juntos en Misión 2016 ha comenzado. Esta Campaña ayuda las parroquias y
colegios de nuestra Arquidiócesis más necesitadas (37 parroquias y 56 escuelas católicas). Estos fondos ayudan a mantener
una presencia católica muy significativa en algunas zonas más pobres de nuestra Arquidiócesis. Habiendo sido pastor por 8
años en una parroquia que recibió asistencia financiera a través de este programa, el P. Tom sabe de primera mano cómo esta
Campaña es vital. Por favor, haga un compromiso a esta Campaña. La información se encuentra en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia.
Muchísimas gracias.
The Happenings
Jan. 24, 2016
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Santo Nino Celebration
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Ministry News
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Sacred Heart School
Mon., Jan. 25 STAR TESTING
Tues., Jan. 26 STAR TESTING
Wed., Jan. 27 STAR TESTING
Thurs., Jan. 28 STAR TESTING
Fri., Jan. 29 STAR TESTING
*The 2016/2017 school applications are
available in the school office
Youth Day 2016
Registration for Youth Day 2016
#hopebound is now underway!
Box tops & Labels: Sacred Heart School is
collecting labels from Campbell‘s products
and box tops for education from General
Mills. If you would like to donate labels
and box tops bring them to the school office. Thank you.
Come and join 15,000 teens as we worship, pray, hear dynamic speakers,
and attend Liturgy together! The fee is $75.00 per teen. (includes registration, bus fee, and t-shirt) A non-refundable deposit of $30.00 is required
to sign up.
Scrip Sold in the office during School
Hours
Monday, Jan 25: Kennedy Center 6:30pm to 8:30p
Youth Nights
Sisters of Strength: Wednesday, January 27: 6:30 to 8:00. Youth House.
Band of Brothers: Thursday, January 28: 6:30 to 8:00. Youth House .
Calendar Sales
2016 Sacred Heart Catholic Calendars in English and Spanish will be
sold for $3 after all Masses. The proceeds go to support Youth Minis-
Ministry News
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Reconciliation Retreat Grades 5 – 8
Parents attend with your children during class time on Wed., Jan. 27 and
Thurs., Jan. 28. Bring your Reconciliation purple Mass journal.
1st year Sacramental classes (grade 2
and all Heritage I). Mandatory
―Whole Community Catechesis‖, Feb.
6, Parent and Child. 8:45am in the
Kennedy Center, Doors close at 9am.
Bring your Reconciliation purple Mass
journal.
L.A. Religious Education Congress.
"Boundless Mercy".
Feb. 25 (Youth Day) & Feb. 26-28
Held at the Anaheim Convention Center. The R.E. Congress is the largest
annual gathering of its kind in the
world. Register at:
www.RECongress.org.
In the Spotlight
St. Vincent de Paul
Dennis & Kathy Clark
Kathy has been a parishioner since 1981 and I have been there since 1990. We actually met at a Little Rock bible study class. Kathy has been involved with St. Vincent de
Paul for 30 years and is currently the vice-president of the council.
The Vincentians began their mission to serve the poor 180 years ago in France and are
now a worldwide organization. Here in the Antelope Valley SVDP Our Lady of Charity Council serves all of the needy regardless of their faith. We serve meals on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and feed between 120 and 180 people at
each meal. We provide food baskets at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter as well
as the Toy Giveaway for children at Christmas. We provide clothing and toiletries as
needed. We also conduct home visits to those who ask for help and, after an evaluation, may provide financial assistance for utilities and/or rent. Kathy loves cooking
the morning meals and leading the morning prayers before the food is served. Her
fellow Vincentians are all good caring people and the feedback we receive from those
we serve is a joyous thing. When Jesus said, ―whatever you do to the least of these
you also do unto me‖ I think he was speaking about the kind of work we do at St. Vincent de Paul. This is an opportunity to actually do something about the most forgotten
and needy segment of our valley residents. If Jesus walked the earth today, I think
he'd be right there at our facility on Trevor, serving food, sorting clothing, and providing counsel to them, just as we do. Giving time to this effort pays dividends far beyond what one might imagine. Helping the needy leave us feeling happy and fulfilled.
If you are interested in our ministry, please stop by our Site 1 facility at 45058 Trevor
Ave, Lancaster, or you can call at (661) 942-3222.
Our Parish Family
Perpetual Adoration
ADORERS are needed for the following
hours:
MON.
1:00AM – 2:00 AM
11:00AM – 12:00 PM
WED.
2:00AM – 3:00 AM
2:00PM – 1:00 PM
THURS. 2:00AM – 3:00 AM
If you can serve, please call Jessica at 9484604. Thank You.
Magnificat
Magnificat, a Ministry to Catholic Women, will host its quarterly Prayer Breakfast February 20th from 9:30 AM to 1:0
PM at the Hellenic Center, 43404 30th
Street West, Lancaster. Our speaker, Barbie DeFusco, will share how The Lord
had His hand on her, bringing her from
hardship to new life in the Eucharist. Your
check for $26.00, payable to Antelope
Valley Magnificat will confirm your reservation. Mail checks to Anne Trabold,
1767 West Avenue H-5, Lancaster, CA
93534 postmarked by February 12th. For
information or to receive a flyer contact
Rita at (661) 943 6402.
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Kik Messenger and the Dangers of Anonymous Messages
Ushers and Greeters
Needed
Social media sites are available to anyone with an internet connection . Your
kids may be sharing their lives with
complete strangers, and parents should
be aware of the sites they use, what they
share, and who their friends are. One
mobile app, Kik, is regarded as the most
dangerous site for internet predators,
because users can send messages to
anyone with a cellphone, including
young children. Kik has no options for
parental controls, leaving kids exposed
to the entire web. To learn more about
this app in the Virtus® article ―Mobile
App Danger—Kik Messenger,‖
email [email protected].
A warm welcome greatly enhances
worship and community even before
the Mass begins. For newcomers, it is
the first impression that people have
about how friendly our church body
truly is. The simple message that they
provide is: "all are welcome in the
presence of God's people!"
Pray for Vocations
Please remember to pray for more
vocations to the consecrated life and
the priesthood . You may also go to
the parish office and check out the
―Vocation Chalice‖ for a week as a
reminder and tool to pray for vocations.
Greeters welcome the parishioners as
they enter Mass and the Ushers give
assistance during the worship service.
It would imply coming 20 minutes
before Mass begins in order to serve.
If you are interested in volunteering
please call (661) 202-0995, or even
talk to an usher or greeter after any of
the Masses to inquire. Thank you!
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Masses for the Week
January 23—January 29, 2016
Saturday 5:30pm
Sunday
Kathleen Artsis, Liv
6:45am
Rachael Reynolds, RIP
8:00am
Benjamin & Pacita Montes, RIP
9:30am
Egmidio ‗Joe‘ Bandayrel, RIP
11:00am Dr. Sagitas Babusis, RIP
12:45pm Juventino Valle, RIP
Monday
Tuesday
Readings for the Week
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
2:30pm
For All Parishioners
5:30pm
Joseph George Thein Ly
Friday:
7:00am
Nancy Moeller, Liv
5:30pm
Josephine Susca, RIP
Saturday:
Sunday:
7:00am
Paula Ancheta, RIP
5:30pm
Victor Schrauth, RIP
Wednesday 7:00am
5:30pm
Thursday 7:00am
Friday
For those among us who are sick, that they
know Christ’s comforting presence, in our
community’s care for them and their families, especially for: Normal Tierney, Jesse
Estrada, Anna Real, Juanita Benedetti, Odete
Morales, Gary Bozley, Ethel Bonnell, Jose
Gilron .
Today’s Gospel
Rosalie Adams, RIP
Joy Hennessy, RIP
Ruth Setter & Family, RIP/Liv
5:30pm
Alexis Newell, Liv
7:00pm
Josefa Nolan, RIP
5:30pm
Lina Chang, RIP
Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Mk 16:15-18
2 Tm 1:1-18 or 9:1-22; Ps 24:7-10; Mk 3:31-35
2 Sm 7:4-17; Ps 89:4-5, 27-30; Mk 4:1-20
2 Sm 7:18-19, 24-29; Ps 132:1-5, 11-14;
Mk 4:21-25
2 Sm 11:1-4a, 5-10a, 13-17;
Ps 51:3-7, 10-11; Mk 4:26-34
2 Sm 12:1-7a, 10-17; Ps 51:12-17; Mk 4:35-41
Jer 1:4-5, 17-19; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17;
1 Cor 12:31 — 13:13 [13:4-13]; Lk 4:21-30
While attending worship in the Nazarean synagogue, Jesus
reads from the prophet Isaiah and declares himself to be the
fulfillment of the prophecy (Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21).
Evangelio de Hoy
Jesús, participando del culto en la sinagoga de Nazaret, leyó
del profeta Isaías y declara que en su propia persona se cumple la profecía (Lucas 1:1-4; 4:14-21).
Parish Information
Parish Office
Phone: (661) 942-7122 / 942-4830
Fax: (661) 945-4255
Email:
[email protected]
Website: sacredheartlancaster.org
Facebook: Sacred Heart Catholic
Church, Lancaster-CA
Hours: Mon- Sat 10:00am-5:00pm
(closed 12 - 1pm)
Religious Education
Phone: (661) 948-3011
Website: sacredheartore.weebly.com
Download the app: Sacred Heart ORE
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:00pm
(closed 12 - 1pm). Closed Friday.
Sacred Heart School
Phone: (661) 948-3613
Principal: Mr. David Schatz
Website: shsav.org
Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:30am- 3:30pm;
Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm
Youth Ministries
Phone: (661) 945-8743
Catholics in Action
Confirming Disciples
Hispanic Ministry
Encargado: Heriberto Cayetano
Phone: (661) 942-7853
Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00am - 5:00pm
(closed 12 - 1pm)
Funerals
Please call the parish office 942-7122
Building Campaign
Phone: (661) 947-7122
Website: buildsacredheartchurch.org
Facebook: Build Sacred Heart Church
Deacons
Deacon Greg Halamicek
Deacon Fermin Herrera
Deacon Dale Reynolds
Deacon Ron Routolo
Deacon Jason Schalow
Pastoral Intern: Egren Gomez
Perpetual Adoration
Sunday 7:00pm– Saturday 9:00am
Saturday 7:00pm– Sunday 6:00am
Novena- Tuesday : 6:00pm
Liturgy of the Hours
Weekdays: 5:00pm
Gift Shop
Saturday: 4:00pm –7:00pm
Sunday:7:30am –7:30pm
Closed during Masses
Anointing of the sick/
Ministry to the sick
Please call the parish office to arrange for
anointing for someone who is seriously ill
or preparing for surgery. If ill, homebound
or hospitalized we can visit upon request.
Safeguard the Children
Linda Gonzalez: (661) 949-8890
Jan. 24, 2016
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time