September 27, 2015 - Sacred Heart Church

September 27, 2015
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
Twenty-sixth Sunday
Ordinary Time
10800 HENDERSON RD., VENTURA, CA 93004
(805) 647-3235; FAX (805) 647-8087
Visit us on the WEB at: www.sacredheartventura.org
Email us at: rectory@sacredheartventura.org
Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday 8:30AM - 2PM & Sunday 7:30AM - 11:45AM
SACRED HEART SCHOOL
10770 Henderson Rd., Ventura, CA 93004 (805) 647-6174
OUR SHARED MISSION
We are called to be an unconditionally loving
and welcoming community.
We have been called by our Baptism, into the body of
Christ, and we celebrate our relationship in Word,
Sacrament, and family celebration.
Rev. John Vogel, Administrator
Rev. Carlos Macías, LC, Associate Pastor
Rev. Daniel O’Sullivan, Pastor Emeritus
Deacon John Barry
Deacon Fernando Flores
Deacon Phil Conforti
Deacon Humberto Guzman
BAPTISMS: Parents & godparents are required to
attend a class focused on their responsibilities & the
meaning of the Sacrament prior to the ceremony.
Classes are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Call the parish office to set an appointment. After the
initial interview the office will call you to schedule the
class and the Baptism.
MARRIAGES/QUINCEAÑERAS: They need to be
arranged at least six months prior by calling the parish
office & scheduling an appointment with a priest or
deacon.
VOCATIONS: If you think that God might be calling
you to serve God as a priest, a brother, or sister
contact: Fr. John Love at (805) 968-1078 or
frlove@gmail.com.
UPCOMING AT SACRED HEART
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Blessing of the Animals
Hispanic Ministry - Community Weddings
Food Pantry
Youth Ministry - Edgenite
Confirmation II Class
SVdP - Winter Items Collection
Oct 3
Oct 3
Oct 4
Oct 4
Oct 7
Oct 11
Vivian Nichols, Business Manager
Karen Oishi, Office Manager
Marion Inglis, Bulletin Editor
Aurora Gonzales, Secretary
Sr. Margaret Mary, SND, DRE
Justin Wilburn, Youth Ministry
Christine Benner, Principal
Don Mulville, Maintenance; Sp. Events Coord.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
(SERVICIOS RELIGIOSOS)
WEEKEND EUCHARIST:
Saturday and Eves of Holy Days: 5:30 p.m.
Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m.
12:00 noon (Español), and 5:30 p.m.
DAILY MASS SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday: 7:00, 8:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m.
CONFESSION SCHEDULE:
Friday: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
DEVOTIONS
Morning Prayer: Monday - Friday 6:40 am, 8:15 am
Rosary: Monday—Friday 6:25 am 9:00 am
Saturday 6:00 am
Sunday 7:00am
Holy Hour: Friday 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
First & last Friday of the Month 7-8 p.m.
(Español)
Divine Mercy Chaplet & Rosary: Friday 3 p.m.
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In the Gospel today, Jesus reminds us how serious it is to follow the Gospel. We don’t play games with
God. Jesus reminds us that sin, any sin, is extremely serious and capable of sending us to Gehenna (Hell). Yet the
opposite is true too! God wants us to be with him for all eternity. He will help us, give us strength, and encourage
us. But, we have to decide to live the Gospel, and make a real commitment to deepen our relationship with Jesus,
our Savior and really loving (not just tolerating) our neighbor!
There is something hopeful in the 1st reading. Moses says “would that all the people of the Lord were
prophets.” I’m sure God wants us to be his prophets. He will give us whatever we need to be his prophets. To be a
prophet is to be like Christ in our daily life. We receive holy Communion so that we can become what we receive. If
we welcome Christ into our hearts, we can radiate His love and forgiveness to the world. May we all be such
prophets!
SACRED HEART FINANCIAL NEWS…
PICK A PROJECT FOR A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION
The response to this program has been incredible! Thank you to those of you who have graciously come
forward to donate to the project of your choice. We are adding two new projects to the list; see details below!
Biedermann Hall Roof
If you take a good look at the large, sloped, front section of Biedermann Hall roof you may notice the
deteriorated condition of the (remaining) roof shingles! With the threat of an El Niño winter, we need to attend to it.
The work is scheduled for November and we already have two donors who have been very generous.
Winning Bid: 12,000.00
Donations to date: 7,000.00
Repair and Re-plating of Chalices and Ciboria
In the church office we have three Chalices, one Ciboria, and two Patens, acquired by Msgr. Biedermann in the
early days of Sacred Heart Church. Fr. John would like to have these repaired, re-plated and put back into service
in time for our Sacred Heart 50th Anniversary (June 2016). These are beautiful pieces, two featuring Christ and
the 12 Apostles, one red enameled piece, and one featuring a Latin Eucharistic inscription. You are welcome to
come into the office to see them before deciding how much you would like to donate for this worthy cause!
Estimates range from gold re-plating only to complete overhauls including dent & pit removal.
Estimates:
Chalices (3)
490.00 - 1,400.00
Ciboria with lid
Donation for repair and re-plating already promised!
Patens
99.00 - 130.00
Priest Rectory Patio Cover
The patio cover is in place, and what a relief it is! It has made considerable difference in the comfort level inside,
not to mention and inviting patio area for our Priest’s use. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Total Cost: 3,762.16
Donations to Date: (2,420.00)
Rectory Building Exterior Lighting
The energy efficient LED wall pack fixtures have been installed! Thank you to our volunteer electrician and to our
donors. The new light fixtures provide far superior lighting and at a fraction of the cost!
Total Cost of Fixtures: $2,179.30
Donations to Date: (944.00)
Sacred Heart School and Religious Education Classroom Carpeting
The classroom carpeting was replaced over the summer and the classrooms looked beautiful for the returning
students! This was a large expenditure shared between the church and the school and any donations to the cause
will be gratefully accepted!
Total Cost:
$21,931.00 for all 9 classrooms
Donations to date:
(500.00)
Senior Center Overhaul
Final accounting
Total Cost: $4,275.00
Donations to Date: (592.00)
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Youth Ministry News
“As Catholics we are called to continue going to
church after Confirmation and continue to grow in
our faith”. I usually get some sour looks from teens
when I say this phrase, especially during an
orientation when we are discussing their two year
confirmation process. Most of the time what
happens is teens go through our program and
then we only see them when they are attending
Christmas/Easter services because their family says
they have to go on those days. Sometimes we don’t
see them until they are grown and want to get
married or have a child for baptism. But what teens
and parents don’t realize is that if teens do not
continue to go to church after confirmation then they
most likely won’t come as adults and aren’t part of
the Church family which actually hurts our church
community. If they don’t come as adults they don’t
support the parish by offering their time, talents or
by putting money in the collection basket every
week. If they don’t support the church then the
church doesn’t have money to take care of its
necessities to keep it running and looking beautiful.
It’s a slippery slope that happens faster than we
realize. So now is the moment, now is the time to
institute the importance of attending mass in your
teens hearts and minds. Good modeling and
preparation now leads to a beautiful future for all
involved. Be the model that Christ calls you to be for
your teens so that the church can continue to grow
and that your teens can grow with Christ.
UPCOMING:
Sept 27- Year II Orientation (Begins with 5:30 mass
& ends at 8:45 p.m.)
Sept 30 - Class (7:15 - 8:45 p.m.)
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
We will be offering the annual
Blessing of the animals on the Feast of
St Francis of Assisi, Saturday, October
3, at 10am. Bring your pets/animals
to the main parking lot behind the
Church (please bring the tools needed
to clean up afterwards).
FOOD PANTRY
Next Sunday, October 4 is the first
Sunday of the month. Please bring your
non-perishable food items and place them
in the red bins located outside the church
doors.
Through your generosity, Sacred Heart parishioners
have been a great help to the many hungry families in
our area. Thank you for your continued support.
Sr. Margaret Mary
E-Mail: re@sacredheartventura.org
1. Classes this week are:
Sunday, September 27th, 9AM for 1st & 2nd Year
Communion grades 1-5.
Sunday, September 27th, 10:30AM for 1st & 2nd
Year Communion grades 1-3.
Pre-Kindergarten/Kindergarten
Post-Communion 1,II,III
2. Mass Attendance will be taken this weekend.
Please have your child check in after Mass.
Reminder:
A. Children should try to say the Mass responses.
B. Children should cross chest, approach at
communion time, and receive a blessing from the
minister.
3. This month we are collecting cans of chili and
beans and chili con carne for the homeless.
FALL FAMILY
FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER
AND ANNUAL DRAWING
OCTOBER 25, 2015
Join us for a day of family fun
and fellowship!
♥ Food
♥ Music
♥ Games
♥ Chicken Petting Pez
♥ White Elephant Sale
♥ Silent Auction
♥ Opportunity Drawing
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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Every Friday
Friday 9 a.m. — Saturday 8:30 a.m.
Never give up on prayer, no matter what the
difficulties. Who doesn’t have distractions in prayer?
But they are not displeasing to Christ, unless they are
willful. In fact, they are occasions of love. Because we
love Him, we bring ourselves back from our distractions
and prove our love.
(Rev. Fr. Raymond Dubois SSS)
We need committed adorers on Saturday at 4AM.
Please call Lupe 676-1159.
This week’s vocal Holy Hour is in Spanish @ 7p.m.
EUCHARISTIC APOSTLES OF DIVINE MERCY
The Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy will have
religious articles (rosaries, holy medals, etc.) available
for a donation next Sunday, October 4. Please come
by and check gifts for baptisms, birthdays and other
occasions.
THANK YOU TO OUR ADVERTISERS
Special thanks to the individuals and local businesses
who advertise in our bulletin each week. It is because of
their support that we are able to provide the bulletin to
our parishioners. They, in turn, need your support! So
when you’re out in the community, make a point to
patronize these businesses. Tell them you saw their ad
in our bulletin! It helps them and it helps Sacred Heart.
Not to mention you can shop with the knowledge that
you are supporting businesses that support your chosen
way of life.
To advertise in our bulletin please contact: J.S.
Paluch, Inc. 800-231-0805. Please reference bulletin
number: 513543.
SACRED HEART COMMUNITY NEWS
PLEASE HELP PROVIDE WINTER ITEMS
FOR THE NEEDY
St. Vincent de Paul is seeking donations of new
blankets, new tube socks (men’s & women’s) and rain
panchos. El Niño is coming and the winter shelter is
closed this year.
Please bring your donations to church on Saturday,
October 10th & Sunday, October 11th. May God
bless you all for your generosity.
Intenciones de la Semana
(†)Deceased
(-)Intentions
Sunday, September 27
5:30 pm (Sat) † Cecilia Dung Hoang
7:30 am
- Kalea Tamsing
9:00 am
† Edward & Clara Friel
10:30 am
- Parishioners of Sacred Heart
12:00 pm
- Telma Villalobos
5:30 pm
- Cris Jaramillo
Monday, September 28
7:00 am
† Barbara Ritza
8:30 am
- Eileen Culhane
Tuesday, September 29
7:00 am
† Betsy Kingsbury
8:30 am
† Jesse Baza
Wednesday, September 30
7:00 am
- Johnny Weiser
8:30 am
† Paul Luciw
Thursday, October 1
7:00 am
- Diane Walsh
8:30 am
† Leon Palmisano, Sr.
Friday, October 2
7:00 am
† Joseph Padua
8:30 am
- Abby Cubitt
Saturday, October 3
8:30 am
† Thin & Maria Nguyen
INTERCESSIONS
PLEASE PRAY FOR….
The Sick of our Parish — Enfermos de Nuestra
Parroquia: Marilyn Trotsky, Jeanie Castor, Ruben Frutos,
Debbie Castañeda, Jose Raygoza, Jack O’Grady
Died in Christ — Murio en Cristo: Mary Torres, Toni
Colitti, Arturo Resepe
WEEKLY COLLECTION
SUNDAY, September 20 , 2015 COLLECTION
Parish Support:$12,103.53
School Support:$181.00
Capital Improvements:$477.00
SVdP:$488.00
Children’s Env:$41.10
Archdiocesan Coll:$25.00
Misc:$120.00
TOTAL COLLECTION: $13,435.63
WORDS OF WISDOM…
“While you are proclaiming peace with your lips, be careful to have it even more fully in your heart.”
~ St. Francis of Assisi
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MISA DEL MEDIODIA, 12 P.M.
Noticias del Ministerio Hispano...
Reflexiones del Padre Carlos
Queridos hermanos:
Del Evangelio de hoy se podrían obtener varias meditaciones. La primera parte sería: “El que no está contra nosotros
está a favor de nosotros” (Lc 9:50). Jesús explica esto refiriéndose al tema de anunciar su nombre. La otra parte del
Evangelio se refiere a una “radicalidad” con la Cristo habla sobre como vivir una parte de la vida Cristiana. Sus palabras
son duras: “Si tu mano te hace caer córtala………” y con el mismo tono hace otro tipo de indicaciones ¿Es necesario
cortarse la manos y hacer todo lo que Cristo dice aquí? En parte sí y en parte no.
Físicamente tal vez no, pero si espiritualmente. La palabra “cortar” puede significar también “purificar”. Purifica tus
manos, tu corazón y tu mente para estar con Dios y lograr así “el fin para el cual fuimos creados que es alabar y servir
a Dios” como diría San Ignacio de Loyola en el número 23 de sus Ejercicios Espirituales. Pero, ¿qué significa
purificar? Hacer a un lado todo aquello que me desvía o distrae llevándome a pecar.
El “purificar” es una gracia que debemos pedir a Dios todos los días y para ello lo más importante es tener el deseo de
estar siempre a su lado. Además hay que solicitar el don de la valentía porque de alguna u otra forma podemos saber lo
que queremos cambiar y en el fondo no desear hacerlo. Sabemos que tal vez hay cosas en nuestra vida que nos están
destruyendo y sin embargo volvemos a ellas una y otra vez. Sólo la fuerza liberadora de Cristo nos llevará a salir
adelante. Recordemos que en nuestra vida es un don que comienza y termina con Cristo. Sin Él no podemos nada. Dios
les bendiga su semana.
BENDICIÓN DE LOS ANIMALES
HORA SANTA
El 2 de Octubre es el primer Viernes del
mes. La Hora Santa es a las 7p.m. en
español. Este Viernes es para las
Vocaciones.
3 de Octubre a las 10 a.m.
Estaremos ofreciendo la bendición anual de
los animales el día de San Franciso de Asís.
Traigan sus animales al estacionamiento
detras de la Iglesia.
BODAS COMUNITARIAS
Tendremos la Celebración del Sacramento del Matrimonio de 4 parejas el día 3 de Octubre a las 12 del mediodía
en nuestra parroquia. Estás parejas pasarón por un proceso de preparación matrimonial de cuatro meses.
Unos de los aspectos más importantes para las bodas comunitarias en el proceso de discernimiento, es la
evaluación de su preparación para la fe. Debido a que el matrimonio de dos cristianos bautizados es un sacramento,
se requiere la presencia de la fe en los que la reciben. A través del proceso de preparación matrimonial, las parejas
deben ser capazes de identificar y profundizar en su fe, tanto cada uno como individuos y como pareja. Están
cordialmente invitados a presenciar la union de estás cuatro parejas.
DISPENSARIO DE COMIDA
El próximo domingo 4 de Octubre es el primer domingo del mes. Por favor recuerden de traer comida
enlatada para los necesitados y ponerlas en los barriles rojos situados afuera de las puertas de la
iglesia.racias a su generosidad hemos podido ayudar a muchas familias necesitadas.
LIFE DISCERNMENT WEEKEND
Are you wondering if marriage, the single life or a religious vocation is for you? Have you ever wanted to
experience how monk’s live? The monks of the Abbey of Our Lady of New Clairvaux, a Trappist-Cistercian
monastery in Vina, CA, just 20 minutes north of Chico, are pleased to invite Single Catholic Men age 18-35 seeking
to discern God’s further call for their lives to a Life Discernment Weekend to be held October 9-11, 2015. The
Weekend’s offerings include conferences on Vocation Discerning: How to Listen; the Theology of Vocation;
Monastic Prayer; and monks sharing their own vocation story and experience. Rooms and meals are provided in the
monastery guesthouse; the weekend is totally for free!
Please contact the program director, Brother Christopher, at 530-839-2161 or by email at
godseeking@newclairvaux.org with any questions or to register.
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LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
SACRED HEART PARISH OFFICES
SACRED HEART SCHOOL:
Christine Benner, Principal
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE:
Sister Margaret Mary Scott, S.N.D., Director
HISPANIC MINISTRY (Ministerio Hispano):
Deacon Fernando Flores, Director
YOUTH MINISTRY:
Justin Wilburn
PLANT MANAGER:
(Cell)
Don Mulville
SCRIP OFFICE:
Shaune Ramirez
647-6174
647-3235
Ext. 306
647-3235
Ext. 311
647-3235
Ext. 313
797-4474
647-0713
ORGANIZATIONS
BIBLE STUDY
BOY SCOUTS
Bob Camarillo
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP
Blanca Macias
CUB SCOUTS
Therese Palmisano
DETENTION MINISTRY
Rick Goulette
EUCHARISTIC APOSTLES OF DIVINE MERCY
Bob & Zaida Worthley
Vicky Spicer (Divina Misericordia)
FAMILY TO FAMILY
Nita Perkins
FINANCE COUNCIL
Cindy Fanning
GUADALUPANAS
Amelia Mijares
HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE
Patrick Manning
ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION
Carol Eller
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Joe Barajas, Grand Knight
PARENT TEACHER COUNCIL
Sonya Stickels, President
POLISH COMMUNITY
Ed Osiadacz
RESPECT LIFE
Wilhelmina Stoll
SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN
Dcn. John Barry
SENIOR ASSISTANCE
Barbara Rodriguez
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Person on call
WELCOMING MINISTRY
Dcn. John Barry
WORLD APOSTOLATE OF FATIMA
Huguette Johnston
JOVENES ADULTOS PARA CRISTO
647-3235
377-7840
647-9385
647-5641
340-3983
647-3086
202-9555
650-8557
659-3839
647-1609
647-3206
659-2255
797-2298
647-0969
659-3751
ALTAR SERVERS MINISTRY:
Sandie Dominguez
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
Jean Fries
EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR:
Fred Baskin
INFANT BAPTISMS:
Dcn. Phil Conforti
LECTOR COORDINATOR:
Joann Abing
LITURGY COORDINATOR:
MARRIAGE COORDINATOR:
Carmen Gomez Lee
MINISTRY TO THE SICK:
Sandie Dominguez, Facilitator
USHERS MINISTRY:
Joe Lee
MUSIC COORDINATOR:
Sarah Hardcastle
CHILDREN’S CHOIR:
Katie Manning
R.C.I.A. ADULT ED:
525-0010
701-7737
671-9911
382-6816
644-4586
647-3235
647-4843
525-0010
647-4843
279-7595
766-1380
647-3235
CORDINADORES DE LITURGIA
LECTORES:
Jose Cancino
MINISTROS DE EUCARISTIA:
Maria Lopez
Roberto Sanchez
UJIERES:
José Arambula
SERVIDORES DEL ALTAR:
Alicia Mendez
MINISTERIO DE MUSICA:
Dcn. Fernando Flores
CORO:
Hector Reyes
BAUTIZOS:
Dcn. Fernando Flores
RICA (Iniciación Cristiana):
Rosa Flores
525-4327
433-1944
448-9965
647-1351
647-2870
647-3235
Ext. 311
701-2253
647-3235
Ext. 311
701-7753
647-7306
647-3235
647-1842
216-2787
794-3623
620-0958
889-3376
(Young Adults for Christ)
Gabriel Rodriguez, Coordinator
PARISH REGISTRATION OR
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If you are new in our Parish Community, in Jesus’ name
we welcome you and hope along with us you will
experience the touch of Jesus. If you have a new address
or phone number please complete this form and place it in
the collection basket or return it to the parish office so we
can stay connected. The parish needs you; be counted.
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