SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

2621 BAGBY AVE. WACO, TEXAS 76711

PHONE: 756-2656 | RECTORY: 313-1344 | FAX: 254 756-6302 | EMAIL: sacredheartwaco@yahoo.com.

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PASTOR: FR. BENJIE • DEACONS: LORENZO GARCIA & TONY AROCHA

CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST Sunday Masses: 5:30 p.m. (Vigil in English) 8:00 a.m. (Spanish) 10:00 a.m. (English) 12:00 p.m. (Spanish) 2:30 p.m. (Spanish)

Weekday Masses: Wednesday through Friday @ 12:00 p.m.. Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament on First Fridays @ 11:00 a.m. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE SUNDAY:7:00 AM to 2:00 PM Anytime before Mass, time permitting. MONDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM TUESDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM WEDNESDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Anytime before or after the Noon Mass THURSDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Anytime before or after the Noon Mass FRIDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Anytime before or after the Noon Mass SATURDAY:4:30 PM to 5:15 PM Confessional in church

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Parents & Godparents need to attend a pre-baptism instruction class. Call the parish office to register.

SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples are asked to call the parish office to receive information.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK If you are seriously ill, will have a major surgery, are old aged or in danger of death, call the priest. HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION In addition to Sunday, the days to be observed as holy days of obligation in the Latin Rite dioceses of the United States of America, in conformity with canon 1246, are as follows: January 1, the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Thursday of the Sixth Week of Easter, the solemnity of the Ascension August 15, the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary November 1, the solemnity of All Saints December 8, the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception December 25, the solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ

November 4, 2018 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time GOD’S LAWS God’s laws are not intended to burden or torment us. Instead they are guideposts that point us in the direction of good living. Accordingly, good living requires loving God and loving one another. We should not follow God’s laws out of fear of what might happen if we don’t, but rather view them as a foundation for building relationships and trust with one another and with God. The Shema prayer of Orthodox Jews is based on the reading from Deuteronomy today, “Hear, O Israel.” Every morning people recite the prayer as a profession of their love for God and pledge their obedience to God throughout the day. They pass on their love of God to their children, from one generation to the next. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The LORD, the God of your fathers, will give you a land flowing with milk and honey (Deuteronomy 6:2-6). Psalm — I love you, Lord, my strength (Psalm 18). Second Reading — Jesus is always able to save those who approach God through him (Hebrews 7:23-28). Gospel — To love God with all your heart and to love your neighbor as yourself is worth more than all burnt offerings and sacrifices (Mark 12:28b-34). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Phil 2:1-4; Ps 131:1bcde-3; Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Phil 2:5-11; Ps 22:26b-30ab, 30e, 31-32; Lk 14:15-24 Wednesday: Phil 2:12-18; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Lk 14:25-33 Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a; Ps 105:2-7; Lk 15:1-10 Friday: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 Saturday: Phil 4:10-19; Ps 112:1b-2, 5-6, 8a, 9; Lk 16:9-15 Sunday: 1 Kgs 17:10-16; Ps 146:7-10; Heb 9:24-28; Mk 12:38-44 [41-44]

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time; National Vocation Awareness Week; Daylight Saving Time ends Tuesday: Election Day Friday: The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica Saturday: St. Leo the Great TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Just two years ago, we engaged in one of the core activities of our democratic system: a presidential election. Actually, the institution of election can be traced to traditions in the Church, and although bishops are no longer chosen in this way, abbots and abbesses (heads of monastic communities) have almost always been elected by full voting members of their communities. The lifetime appointment begins when the monks or nuns are gathered in “chapter” at the death or resignation of the abbot, and fortunately for all involved, campaigning is not allowed! The members of the community discern, with prayer to the Holy Spirit, who among them is the best suited for leadership. Once chosen, the new leader requests the blessing of the local bishop, who usually presides at a ceremony of consecration or investiture. The ballots are always secret, and a simple majority must be achieved. In our American system the Electoral College is the determining voice in the presidential election, not the popular election on a November Tuesday, just as the monastic chapter is the electorate. Today, most religious orders elect general superiors in “chapter” by delegates of the professed members, and usually for a term of six years. A few, like the Jesuits, elect for life. At least we don’t have that weight on our shoulders when we choose a president. Four years at a time will do! —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. PRAY FOR THE DEAD Let us not hesitate to help those who have died and offer our prayers for them. —St. John Chrysostom NEITHER DESPAIR NOR PRESUME Two criminals were crucified with Christ. One was saved; do not despair. One was not; do not presume. —St. Augustine

Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time November 4, 2018 You shall love the LORD, your God, with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength. — Deuteronomy 6:5

4 de noviembre de 2018 Trigésimo Primer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario LAS LEYES DE DIOS Las leyes de Dios no intentan atormentarnos o ser una carga. Al contrario, son señales que nos guían por el sendero de la buena vida. Por lo tanto, la buena vida requiere que amemos a Dios y nos amemos unos a otros. No debemos seguir las leyes divinas por miedo a lo que pudiera ocurrir si no las seguimos, más bien verlas como un fundamento sobre el cual construir nuestras relaciones y entablar confianza con los demás y con Dios. La oración Shema de los judíos ortodoxos se basa en la lectura de hoy del Deuteronomio: “Escucha, pues, Israel”. Cada mañana la persona recita la oración como una profesión de amor a Dios y un compromiso de obediencia a Dios a lo largo del día. Así transmiten el amor a Dios a sus hijos, de generación en generación. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Guarden los mandamientos y normas del Señor. Ama al Señor, tu Dios, con todo tu ser (Deuteronomio 6:2-6). Salmo — Yo te amo, Señor, tú eres mi fortaleza (Psalm 18 [17]). Segunda lectura — Jesús permanece para la eternidad y no cesará de ser sacerdote. Él se ofreció una vez por todas por los pecados de su pueblo (Hebreos 7:23-28). Evangelio — Ama al Señor y a tu prójimo como a ti mismo. No hay ningún mandamiento más importante que estos (Marcos 12:28b-34). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical © 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados. LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Fil 2:1-4; Sal 131 (130):1bcde-3; Lc 14:12-14 Martes: Fil 2:5-11; Sal 22 (21):26b-30ab, 30e, 31-32; Lc 14:15-24 Miércoles: Fil 2:12-18; Sal 27 (26):1, 4, 13-14; Lc 14:25-33 Jueves: Fil 3:3-8a; Sal 105 (104):2-7; Lc 15:1-10 Viernes: Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Sal 46 (45):2-3, 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 Sábado: Fil 4:10-19; Sal 112 (111):1b-2, 5-6, 8a, 9; Lc 16:9-15 Domingo: 1 Re 17:10-16; Sal 146 (145):7-10; Heb 9:24-28; Mc 12:38-44 [41-44]

LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Trigésimo Primer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario; Retrase el reloj una hora; Semana para Promover las Vocaciones Martes: Día de Elecciones Viernes: La Dedicación de la Basílica de San Juan de Letrán Sábado: San León Magno TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE Uno de los santos más populares de la época medieval fue el soldado húngaro conocido como Martín Caballero o Martín de Tours (c. 315-397). Esta popularidad se debió a su biografía escrita por un discípulo, Sulpicio Severo. Su vida fue el mejor ejemplo de santidad a través de varios siglos. Contiene esta biografía muchos de los acontecimientos, enseñanzas y milagros de la vida del santo que fue soldado en el ejército romano antes de su conversión. Muchos ignoran que fue monje, misionero y obispo por muchos años. Su imagen decora muchos almanaques latinoamericanos y él continúa siendo un santo popular. La representación más común de san Martín es la de un soldado romano sobre un caballo que rasga su manto rojo a la mitad con una espada para darle una parte a un pobre sentado a los pies del caballo. Según su biografía, Martín hizo esto durante el proceso de su conversión y resulta que el pobre limosnero se le aparece en un sueño revelándose como Cristo mismo, ya que lo que un cristiano hace por los pobres y marginados lo hace por Jesús. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. NI TE DESESPERES NI PRESUMAS Dos criminales fueron crucificados con Cristo. Uno se salvó; no te desesperes. El otro no; no presumas. —San Agustín SÓLO JESÚS Debemos orar sin cansarnos, porque la salvación de la humanidad no depende del éxito material… sino sólo de Jesús. —Santa Francisca Javier Cabrini

Trigésimo Primer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 4 de noviembre de 2018 Amarás al Señor, tu Dios, con todo tu corazón, con toda tu alma, con todas tus fuerzas. — Deuteronomio 6:5

Saturday November 3rd 5:30 pm † Claudia Reust by the Columbiettes Sunday November 4th 8:00 am † Sergio Briseño † Juanita Barraza by her son and grandkids † Martha Vasquez by daughter and grandkids 10:00 am † Corporate Mass of the Columbiettes & Knights of Columbus for their members, living and deseased 12:00 pm † Tina Maria Turrubiartes by the Familia Turrubiartes † Guadalupe & Eulalia Saaverdra 2:30 pm § For families who have just lost their loved ones Special Thanks: Thank you for the kindness shown to me during my mother's illness and after her death. It is deeply ap-preciated. Carmen Jones

Breakfast is being prepared and served by the Apostolado with the help of Jose and Beatrice Bretado and Friends. Breakfast is a great weekly fundraiser for our parish. Do not miss your chance to fellowship and enjoy a delicious breakfast!

This week is called National Vocation Awareness Week. Let us remember to talk, promote, encourage and invite people to Vocation they are called to be in.

The General Election is Tuesday, November 6. Your vote is important. Your vote is your voice. Be heard. VOTE!

Bishop Joe inaugurated a “Year of Reparation” starting on Nov. 1, 2018, the Solemnity of All Saints. It is fitting to begin this year-long observance invoking the interces-sion of all saints in heaven to pray for us as we work to bring an end to the evil of child abuse. Please participate.

Today is our annual Catholic Services Appeal. We will watch the video that explains the appeal and will commit to this as our support to our diocese. Thank you for your generosity and cooperation.

Win your Turkey for Thanksgiving! Join us for the CCE Turkey Bingo -

TODAY at 2:00 pm in the Parish Activity Center. Snack bar will be open with lots of treats while you play. Various doors prizes! Venga a disfrutar

una tarde de Bingo y la oportunidad de ganar un premio de pavo, concesiones y premios. Habrá lotería para los niños. 

The Knights of Columbus is holding their 2nd annual Food Drive during the month Novem-ber. Last year 930 lbs of non/ perishable food-were collected. The goal for this year will be

2000 lbs and with your help this can goal can accom-plish. The Knights will be collecting cans all month long and will distributed to food banks around the Waco area. Can food can be placed inside marked boxes located at entrance of church and CCE center. Keep the cans coming! Thanks for your help!Ernest Montelongo,Grand Knight.

MEETING OF WACO DEANERY, DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN A meeting will be held for the Waco Deanery Council of Catholic Women on Wednesday, November 14th Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: St. Louis Catholic Church 2001 No. 25th Street Waco Texas 76708 Lunch will be served by the Ladies of St. Louis.

Nov. 4, 2018

XXXI SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME XXXI DOMINGO EN TIEMPO ORDINARIO

HOLY MASS INTENTIONS

WEEKLY FINANCIAL REPORT ——————————————————————————————————————————————————

Collection from Last Sunday $ 6,666.00 Knights of Columbus Breakfast $ 1,413.16

Thank You for your generosity!

Marriage Annulments: Father is here to help you in your marriage annulment. It is highly confidential and feel confident to visit with father with your marriage situation. Do not delay. This year is the opportune time to handle your case. Call Father at your earliest con-venience.

BREAKFAST THIS MORNING

ANNUAL CCE TURKEY BINGO

NATIONAL VOCATION WEEK

CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL

K OF C’S 2ND ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE

YEAR OF REPARATION

WIN ME!

WACO DEANERY COUNCIL MEETING

Sacred Heart is a parish family called to be a visible sign of Christ, formed by the Word of God, strengthened by the Eucharist and empowered to serve the needs of God’s people.

That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as

husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive! Join us this Thursday at the men's pro-gram "That Man is You" at 6:00 am to 7:15 am with breakfast served. Bring along a friend with you!

CEDARBRAKE CATHOLIC RETREAT CENTER Upcoming retreats Oct. 30: Bryan/College Station - Listening to the Voice of God Nov. 2-4: Weekend Reflections down the Yellow Brick Road of Life Nov. 7: Day Retreat The Invitation: Living As the Be-loved! Dec. 1: El Adviento y la Cultura de Encuentro  

November 9-11 is the National Donor Sabbath when faith communities throughout the country unite to increase awareness of the critical need for organs and tissues and the miracle of transplantation. Religious leaders are en-couraged to participate in discussions of donation with their parishioners to affirm that choosing to be an organ and tissue donor offers the opportunity to share the great-est blessing of all – the Gift of Life. More than 115,000 people are listed on the national transplant waiting list. As a registered organ donor, each person can save eight lives. Please consider registering at www.TOSA1.org. 

As we enter the church and find our seat, we should sit or kneel to quietly pray, reflect or meditate. This is not a time to socialize with those who we know. If we must talk, it should be done very quietly and kept extremely brief. Respect must be shown for Christ, whose Eucharis-tic presence is amongst us in the tabernacle and for all our fellow parishioners. Rosary is recited 30 minutes before Sunday Mass. Come early and join us. This is a good way of getting ourselves ready for a more conscious and interior disposition for the celebration of the Mass.

Holy Cross Cemetery cordially invites everyone to the dedication ceremony for the new Crucifix given in memory of Msgr. Mark Derring. The ceremony will be TODAY November 4, 2018 at 2:00pm. The Crucifix is near the front entrance of S 5th Street.

On Thursday Nov. 9th the Church will celebrate the feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, the oldest and highest ranking of the four major basilicas in Rome. This observance also reminds us of the importance of the material buildings in which the community gathers to celebrate the praises of God. Every community there-fore has the duty to take special care of its own sacred buildings, which are a precious religious and historical patrimony. For this we call upon the intercession of Mary Most Holy, that she help us to become, like her, the “house of God,” living temple of his love. Things to Do: Learn more about St. John Lateran; This basilica represents the place of baptism, so it

would be a good time to renew your baptismal prom-ises;

It also represents heaven, so we can meditate on the joys of heaven and God's generosity in giving us suf-ficient graces to be saved;

Since St. John Lateran is the Pope's church, say a prayer for our Holy Father;

Say an extra prayer for all priests, especially those that you personally know. Continue to promote in your house vocation to priesthood and religious life. Talk about this calling in your home and workplace.

The liturgical year is almost over. Would you like to con-sider becoming a member of any church organization or ministry like lector, extraordinary ministers of Holy Com-munion, church or activity center cleaner, mowing the church's ground. Please don't hesitate. This will certainly help you and the parish to grow in faith.

Enrollment is up at St. Louis Catholic School and a sec-ond PreK-4 class was opened this year because of the in-crease in enrollment. Our 7th grade girls’ volleyball team had an undefeated season, and our junior high football team is 8-1. Go Cougars. God has blessed our school, and we are extremely thankful for your support and pray-ers. Upcoming Events: November 13 – Coffee and Conversation for Prospec-tive Families – 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Parents who want to learn more about the advantages of a Catholic educa-tion and see the school while classes are in session are invited to this event. November 15 – Middle School Night – Families with 4th, 5th, and/or 6th grade students are invited to attend this event - 5:30 p.m. Families will have the opportunity to learn about our outstanding Junior High Program, meet students and families, attend a junior high basketball game, and discover what a difference a Catholic education can make in their child’s life. 

THIS MAN IS YOU

UPCOMING RETREATS

DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN

DEDICATION CEREMONY

JOIN A MINISTRY

DONOR SABBATH

A CALL TO BE MORE REVERANT

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