The Wedding of Cana - Sacred Heart Church

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The Wedding of Cana
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. 17, 2016
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Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
In the Gospel today we hear the story of the wedding feast at Cana. At this wedding feast Jesus performed his first miracle, and this miracle was prompted by the request of his mother. Mary continues to be an example for all of us. Not only should we
request things from Jesus, we can turn to Mary and ask her to intercede for us. She reminds us to "do whatever he tells you."
Doing what God asks isn't always easy, but it is the source of salvation and brings
hope to the world. Jesus began his ministry with the word "COME" when he selected
apostles to come and follow him. The final request he made to his followers was to "GO"
and proclaim the good news. As disciples who have been called to COME and follow
Jesus, are we GOING to proclaim his message and share his mercy? Mary reminds us to
"do whatever he tells you."
Remember, actions speak louder than words. May we each use our gifts, talents
and treasure for the building of God's kingdom and for the betterment of our
world. Through the intercession of Mary may our actions reflect our faith and bring hope
and mercy to the world. 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, Fr. Tom knows first-hand how vital this
campaign is. Please make some commitment for this Campaign. Additional information is in the back of the Church. Thank you.
Welcome Fr. Parker Sandoval – Fr. Parker returns to Sacred Heart this weekend to address the Together in Mission Appeal. Since he is living in the inner city, he can share first-hand the needs and how vital is our support.
Las Acciones Hablan Más Que Mil Palabras
En el Evangelio de hoy, escuchamos el relato de las bodas de Caná. En estas bodas, Jesús realizo su primer milagro por
intervención de su Madre. Hasta el día de hoy, María continúa siendo un ejemplo para cada uno de nosotros. No solamente podemos
pedirle cosas a Jesús, también podemos pedir la intersección de la Virgen María por cada uno de nosotros. Ella nos recuerda esto:
“Hagan lo que Él les diga”. Hacer lo que Dios nos pide no es siempre fácil, sin embargo Él es la fuente de salvación y es el único
que trae esperanza al mundo. Jesús comenzó su ministerio con esta palabra: “SIGUEME”, lo hizo cuando Él eligió a sus apóstoles
para que lo siguieran. Después de esta petición les dijo a sus seguidores: “VAYAN” y proclamen la buena nueva. Así como los discípulos fueron “LLAMADOS” a seguir a Jesús, nosotros: ¿vamos a “IR” y proclamar Su mensaje y a compartir Su misericordia?
María nos recuerda: “hagan lo que Él les diga”. Recuerden, “las acciones hablan más que mil las palabras”. Hermanos y hermanas:
que dada uno de nosotros usemos nuestros talentos y dones para construir el reino de Dios y así mejorar nuestro mundo. Que mediante la intercesión de la Virgen María nuestras acciones reflejen nuestra fe y traigan esperanza y misericordia al mundo. 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.
Bienvenido a Parker Sandoval - El P. Parker regresa a la parroquia del Sagrado Corazón este fin de semana con el propósito
de motivarnos a contribuir a la Campaña Juntos en Misión. Desde que él está viviendo en el interior de la ciudad, él puede compartir
de primera mano las necesidades y cuán importante es su apoyo.
Cita del Papa Francisco—En el Evangelio lo esencial es la misericordia...Jesús lo dice claramente: “Sean misericordiosos,
como vuestro Padre es misericordioso” (Lc 6,36). ¿Podrá haber unos cristianos que no sea misericordioso? No. Un cristiano debe
necesariamente ser misericordioso, porque la misericordia es el centro del Evangelio, (Audiencia general el día 10 de Septiembre,
2014, Plaza de San Pedro)
The Happenings
Jan. 17, 2016
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Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
It Could be Yours!
Sacred Heart Church Celebrates Our Lady of Guadalupe 2015 and the Year of Mercy 2016.
We are having a MEGA RAFFLE FUND RAISING PROJECT to help build our church. The
Spanish ministry along with other volunteers are going to be selling raffle tickets for $20 each to help raise
funds for our new church. The grand prize is a brand new 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage or $10,000 from
Camacho Auto Sales. The second prize is $500.00 and the third prize is an accordion. Didn’t win the big
Powerball Lotto? Don’t lose hope, your chances are better here and the money is going to a wonderful
cause. The fundraiser is already underway and tickets are on sale now until April 3, 2016, Divine Mercy
Sunday, the day of the drawing.
We will be stationed outside of each exit of the church on every Sunday until the final draw date.
Please come purchase a ticket from one of our volunteers and get further details. The car will be at the
main entrance for you to look at...it could be yours!
Thank you to our sponsors: Camacho Auto Sales, Camacho Mitsubishi, Vallarta Supermarkets, Sol
Graphix, (Rivera) Custom Painting, and Ramon Ayala.
Ministry News
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Sacred Heart School
Mon., Jan. 18: No School – Mar
tin Luther King Jr. Day
Tues., Jan. 19: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, &
8th grade field trip to LPAC
Wed., Jan. 20: Eighth Grade do
nates lunches to St Vincent de Paul
Thurs., Jan. 21: Charity “Pay for
Free Dress” $1.00
*The 2016/2017 school applications are
available in the school office
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.
Scrip Sold in the office during School
Hours
Youth Day 2016
Registration for Youth Day 2016
#hopebound is now underway!
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.
Youth Nights
Monday, Jan 18: No meeting
Sisters of Strength: Wednesday, January 20: 6:30 to 8:00. Youth House.
Band of Brothers: Thursday, January 21: 6:30 to 8:00. Youth House .
Confirming Disciples Year Two
“All Things Catholic”
This week’s blog:
“The Healing Effect of the
Anointing of the Sick”
by Fr. Gerald
At: sacredheartlancaster.org
Retreat January 22-24: If you are scheduled for this retreat, please arrive no
later than 4:00pm in the Kennedy Center on Friday, January 22nd.
Ministry News
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Reconciliation Retreat Grades 2 – 4
Parents attend with your children during class time on Wednesday, January
20 and Thursday, January 21. Bring
your child’s Reconciliation purple
Mass journal.
Reconciliation Retreat Grades 5 – 8
Parents attend with your children during class time on Wednesday, January
27 and Thursday, January 28. Bring
your child’s Reconciliation purple
Mass journal.
1st year Sacramental classes
(grade 2 and all Heritage I)
Mandatory “Whole Community Catechesis”, February 6, Parent and
Child. 8:45 AM in the Kennedy Center, Doors close at 9 AM. Bring your
child’s Reconciliation purple Mass
journal.
In the Spotlight
The Spirituality of a Minister
Tina Halamicek
As I am making my Spiritual journey through this Year of Mercy, I am discovering that it’s not important to be busy, doing and fulfilling many things throughout
the day as it is more important to be Christ to others. As I was sitting in Church
before Mass one day, I was so strongly driven to get out of my seat and walk over
to the Tabernacle room. As I entered the room, there was a lady sitting in the
pew, who I had never seen before. I smiled at her, she smiled back at me and I
introduced myself to her, told her my name, and welcomed her to our church. She
was a bit startled at this, however, she responded by saying thank you and had an
even bigger smile on her face as I began to turn and walk away.
For me, my heart was filled with joy at the smallest thing I did with great love.
This was Mother Theresa’s mantra, “Do Small Things with Great Love.” This is
how I love my church, my faith, my community. As a Sacristan Coordinator, Gift
Shop Coordinator, and volunteer at our Church, my day can get very hectic and I
can easily be distracted by the doing of things rather than doing things that will
make those that come to our church feel welcomed and loved. My prayer is that
we can grow to understand that the heart of all our ministry is to express our love
and charity to others here at Sacred Heart Church during this Year of Mercy.
Our Parish Family
Perpetual Adoration
Our Lord is waiting for your visit.
Blessings on all who visit to adore
Him. 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 948-4604. Thank You.
Quote from Pope Francis
In the Gospel the essential thing is
mercy…Jesus says this clearly, summarizing his teaching for the disciples: “be merciful, even as your Father is merciful” (Luke 6:36). Can
there be a Christian who isn’t merciful? No. A Christian must necessarily be merciful, because this is the
center of the Gospel. (General Audience, St. Peter’s Square, Sept. 10,
2014)
Lay Fraternity of
Charles de Foucauld
The Lay Fraternity of Charles de
Foucauld will have its first
monthly meeting on Sunday,
January 17th at 2:00 p.m. We
will meet at the facilitator’s
home for Scripture Sharing/
Review of Life followed by Eucharistic Adoration (at the
church) and dinner. For details,
contact
Arlene
Moeller
at [email protected] or
call (661) 361-4096.
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 Ministry.
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Ushers and Greeters
Needed
A warm welcome greatly enhanc-
es 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!"
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 16—January 22, 2015
Saturday 5:30pm
Sunday
Matt & Rosalie Adams, RIP
6:45am
Ekene Ugochukwu, Liv
8:00am
Tasiana Lamban, RIP
9:30am
Jacob Kluttz, RIP
Monday:
11:00am Andres Penano, RIP
12:45pm Isaul Alberto Rodriguez, RIP
2:30pm
Maria de la Cruz-Bonilla, RIP
5:30pm
Ed Scheivert, RIP
Monday
9:30am
Elisa Tovar-Curry, RIP
Tuesday
7:00am
Joe Zepeda, RIP
5:30pm
Lee Keller, 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: Ralph & Pam Flores,
Barbara Nelson, Diego Hernandez, Tom Pearson, Jesse Tovar, Michele Honadle.
Darrell Kaff, Liv
Readings for the Week
1 Sm 15:16-23; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23;
Mk 2:18-22
Tuesday:
1 Sm 16:1-13; Ps 89:20-22, 27-28; Mk 2:23-28
Wednesday: 1 Sm 17:32-33, 37, 40-51; Ps 144:1b, 2, 9-10;
Mk 3:1-6
Thursday:
1 Sm 18:6-9; 19:1-7; Ps 56:2-3, 9-13; Mk 3:7-12
Friday:
1 Sm 24:3-21; Ps 57:2-4, 6, 11; Mk 3:13-19,
Saturday:
2 Sm 1:1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27;
Ps 80:2-3, 5-7; Mk 3:20-21
Sunday:
Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10; Ps 19:8-10, 15;
1 Cor 12:12-30 [12-14, 27];
Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21
Today’s Gospel
Ulysses Picazo, Liv
William Esther Kramer, RIP
5:30pm
Chio & Ekene Ugochukwu, Liv
7:00pm
Michael Moeller, Liv
5:30pm
Chris Bozley & family, Liv
At a wedding festival in Cana, Jesus changes water into
wine at his mother’s request (John 2:1-11).
Evangelio de Hoy
Compartiendo el gozo de una boda en Caná, Jesús rellena la
provisión de vino (Juan 2:1-11).
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. 17, 2016
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time