Stewardship Reflections Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church · Finance Committee: Ray Vargas,...
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Stewardship Reflections
Jesus calls his disciples his “friends” and commands them to love one
other as he has loved them. We are called to be stewards of this
friendship; to love one another as Jesus loves us. Do we give serious
attention to what this love requires of us? Does this require us to
actively seek the welfare of others? What is the price of this friendship
with the Lord?
Intercession - That we may show our love for God by the way we use
our time, talent and treasure.
Jesús llama a sus discípulos sus “amigos” y les ordena amarse unos a otros
como él les ha amado. Nosotros somos llamados a ser corresponsables de
esta amistad; a amarnos unos a otros como Jesús nos ama. ¿Ponemos
verdadera atención a lo que este amor requiere de nosotros? ¿Este amor
requiere que busquemos activamente el bienestar de otros? ¿Cuál es el
precio de esta amistad con el Señor?
Intercesión: Para que podamos mostrar nuestro amor a Dios por la forma
en que usamos nuestro tiempo, talentos y tesoros. __________________________________________________________________
Sacred Heart Stewardship Regular Collection
April 28-29, 2018 Children’s Offerings/Loose $2,078.00
Envelopes $1,462.16
Total $3,540.16 In every
In every Nation whoever fears God is acceptable to God.
Acts 10:35
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church 1309 West 8th Street – PO Box 1347
Littlefield, TX 79339
Sunday, May 6, 2018
Sixth Sunday of Easter - Year B
God is love!
Sacramental Notes Baptisms: Please call the parish office to register in the parish and before
making any plans as to day or time for the sacrament. See the bulletin for announcement on baptismal classes. Parents and Godparents are both required to attend classes. Marriages, Anniversaries, Validation of Marriages: Please call the parish
office and make arrangements for these well ahead of the date of the event. (6 months or more). Funerals: Family members need to call the parish office as quickly as
possible to make arrangements. Do not set a date or time before speaking to Fr. Brian. Adult Sacraments: Eucharist, Confirmations, Reception into the Church,
RCIA program and participation: call the parish office for more information. Anointing of the Sick: Do not hesitate to call Fr. Brian in case of a serious illness. Please call the parish office to receive this sacrament.
Finance Committee: Ray Vargas, James Sokora, Mrs. Ninfa Medina Liturgical Committee: Mrs. Pauline Duran and the Guadalupanas. Linens: Mrs. Alice Castillo Grounds: Gus Lopez Church Custodians: Parish Volunteers Religious Education: PCL K-6th grade – Suzann Craig & Cynthia Ortega
PCL 7-12th grade – Joann & Elisardo Cueto CIA & CYO Guides – Amanda & Evan Barrera Music: 6:30p.m. – Mary Mangles and Elaine Ybarra
8:00a.m. – Ana Martinez 10:30a.m. – Jr. Longoria and choir 12:00noon – Paul Mendez and Kayla Sierra
CLERGY Pastor:
Fr. Brian Wood 806/385-6043
Deacons: Doroteo García
485-4546
Richard Flores
448-0328
PARISH OFFICE 806-385-6043
Parish Office Hours:
Monday-Friday
10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.
Closed for lunch
12:00 - 1:00 Parish Secretary Christina Gomez
Mass Times Saturday: 6:30pm
(Vigil) Sunday: 8:00am
10:30am (Spanish)
12:00 noon
Confession Times Saturdays: 5:30pm
Or by appointment
Weekly and Monthly Schedule of Activities
Congratulations to all the children that
received their First Holy Communion
on Saturday, May 5th.
Isaiah Acevedo Alexis DeLeon
Cesar Garcia, Jr. Sophie Garcia
Fernanda Larrera Kimberly Lepez
Mikeyla Lopez Erick Nunez
Jonah Ramirez
A blessed thank you to those families who have made a
commitment to the Diocesan Catholic Appeal. Our parish
goal is 100 percent participation. Each and every person’s
gift is important. If you have not made a commitment,
please prayerfully consider doing so. It is not too late. Your
gift can make a real difference in the lives of so many who
are supported by our diocesan programs in education,
spirituality and outreach. DCA commitment forms are in
envelopes are available on the table at the entrance of the
church. You may place it in the offertory, bring it to the
parish office or mail it directly to the diocese. Our parish
assessment this year is $24,241.00. So every pledge or
generous one-time gift helps our parish with meeting our
responsibility to the diocese. Know that whatever amount
you are able to pledge is greatly appreciated.
CIA youth are having a Mother’s Day Raffle. Prize consists of a fully cooked brisket, pan of rice and pan of beans, and a dessert. Also included is a decorative cross, devotional prayer journal and bookmark. Donation of $5.00 a ticket or 5 tickets for $20.00, for a chance to win a delicious prepared meal for your mother on her special day.
The Confirmation
candidates will be
making their
commitment to receive
the Holy Spirit
Wednesday, May 23rd
at 6:30pm. Bishop
Coerver will be
presiding. Please keep
the Confirmandis in
your prayers as they
continue to prepare for
this important step in
their journey of faith.
Escuela de Dirigentes, lunes, 7 de mayo en el salón parroquial
Domingo, hoy, 6 de mayo de 3:00-5:00 de la tarde - Recibimiento. Cristo y Sus Instrumentos proporcionará a la música. Se servirá una comida siguiente. Por favor
traiga un postre. ¡Todos están invitados! _____________________________________________________
El Grupo de Oración se junta cada jueves después de la Misa.
Faith Formation CCE – K-6th grades - Sunday’s - 9:10am
RCIT (teens) Classes - Wednesday’s at 5:15pm in
the Parish class hall.
CCE – 7th-12th grades - 6:00pm- begins in the
Church.
Knights of Columbus
2nd Tuesday of the month in the
parish hall at 7:15 pm
Guadalupanas
2nd Tuesday of the month in the
Church at 7:00p.m.
Guadalupanas are hosting the kitchen today, Sunday, May 6.
Guadalupanas are having a raffle of a Divine Mercy picture. Donations are $1.00 per ticket. Drawing will
be held on Father’s Day.
Baptismal Classes: English classes on (must attend both weeks) Wednesday, June 20th
and June 27th 7:30-9:00pm in the Church. Please go by the parish office during normal business hours to register before the classes begin, and to provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate. Parents and Godparents MUST ATTEND the classes. Godparents must be married through the Church. No exceptions! No baptismal classes in May. Thank you.
Clases de Bautismo: No va ver clases el mes be Mayo. Clases en español Martes, 19 de junio en el salón parroquia a las 7:00p.m. Por favor pase por la oficina de la parroquia durante el horario comercial normal para registrarse antes del comienzo de las clases, y para proveer una copia del certificado de nacimiento de su hijo. Padres y Padrinos es obligatorio de asistir. Los padrinos deben estar casados por la Iglesia. ¡No hay excepciones! ¡Gracias!
Next Jamaica meeting will be on Monday, May 14th at 7:30pm in the parish hall. Everyone is invited to attend.
All Graduates from High
School and College, there
will be a special Mass for
you on Sunday, May 20th
at
the 12 noon Mass. You are
welcome to participate and
please wear your cap and
gown.
MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK AT SACRED HE ART PARISH
Saturday, May 5 6:30pm Vigil Mass – 1st Communicants
Sunday, May 6 8:00am Mass - For our Parish
Community
10:30am Mass – Martin & Josie Morales
Mike Duran
12:00 noon Mass - Dcn. Richard
Thompson
Monday, May 7 6:30pm Mass – for Holy Spirit Church
Wednesday, May 9 6:30pm Mass – Spc. Int for Kelley
Kenya
Thursday, May 10 6:30pm Mass - Blas, Enedina, y
Manuela Trevino
Friday, May 11 9:00am Mass - Jose Aguilar
Erlinda Duran
Saturday, May 12 6:30pm Vigil Mass - Christina
Rodriguez
Sunday, May 13 8:00am Mass - The Abeyta Family
10:30am Mass – For our Parish
Community
12:00 noon Mass - Mary Lou Torres
Parish Sick List
Dolores Abeyta George Abeyta, Sr., George Abeyta, Jr. Emma G. Acevedo Mónico Aguilar Alicia Ayala Jesse Briones Carlos Cardenas Rita Castillo Elijah Cervantez Ethan Cervantez Emilia Cordova León Córdova Sylvia Coronado Daniel & Suzann Craig Lucy Cuellar Carmela DeLaFuente Rodolfo Delgado Alfredo Duran Irene Duran Manuel Duran Molly Garcia Diacono Teo García Anita Gonzales Lupe Pérez Gregg Guadalupe Gutiérrez Teófilo Gutiérrez Alejandra Hernández Christina Hernandez Elvira Hernández Ernest Hernandez Ramon Hernández Richard Hernandez Dana King Lillie Lara Juanita Longoria Mary Longoria Victoria Longoria Jesus y Isaura Lopez Alex McCrary Josephine McCrary Betty Jo Martinez Stephen Martinez Martin Méndez Ralph Mendez, II Virginia Méndez Harvey Miller Louisa Montoya Rey Morales, Jr. Blanca Lidia Muñiz Apolonia Orona Lupe Padilla Marie Perez Petra Polando Nancy Quintanilla Ashley Ramírez Esperanza Rangel Connie Reedy Ricardo Reyes Manuel Reyna Ashley Rodriguez Juan Rodríguez Samantha Rodríguez Tommy Savala Johnny Sierra Lucila Silvas Jimmy Solis Dolores Solíz Roy Steadham Pat Torres Rodney Trevino Rogelia Trevino Christopher Underwood Abel y Maria Vargas Frank Curly Villarreal Dana Wiggins Eva T. Williams Mene Nájera y Familia Blanca Pérez y Familia Roy y Sulema Córdova y Familia Anselma Gutiérrez y Familia
Information on events coming up in our Diocese of Lubbock
Vocation Blurb – Sixth Sunday of Easter – May 6 – God has done great things for you. Spread the good news. Consider a church vocation. If you think God is calling you to be a priest, contact the Vocations Office at 806-792-3943 ext. 226 or [email protected]. ROGATION DAY MASSES : Wednesday, May 9 – Our Lady Queen of Angels, 8:30 a.m.; Thursday, May 10-Holy Trinity, Hamlin, 9:00 a.m.; Friday, May 11-San Francisco de Asis, Ropesville, 9:00 a.m. Prayer for rain, crops, safety for those who work the fields to feed and clothe us.
GRADUATION PHOTOS: High school and college graduates may submit photos for the annual supplement published by Bishop Coerver in the South Plains Catholic. Wallet-sized photos are best, but any close-up will do. Be sure to include your name, address, school, and parish on the back of the photos, and include $1 and a self-addressed envelope to have your photo returned. Mail to: Graduation Issue, PO Box 98700, Lubbock TX 79499-8700. Photos may be e-mailed to [email protected]. Include the above information in your e-mail. Deadline for receiving photos: May 18.
VICTIM ASSISTANCE COORDINATOR – The Victim Assistance Coordinator for the Diocese of Lubbock is Oscar Reyes. His role is to coordinate assistance for the immediate pastoral care of persons who claim to have been sexually abused by a cleric when they were minors. (Complete description of duties on page two of every South Plains Catholic). His contact information: [email protected], 806-543-9178.
Quinceañera Retreat If you are planning a Quinceañera in
2018, this retreat is for you! Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Sacred Heart
in Plainview. Cost is $15.00 per young lady.
For more information, please contact Ellie Contreras @ 773-9803
Three (3) parishioners of St. Joseph Parish in Lubbock, will be here this weekend at all four (4) Masses presenting Our Lady of Fatima’s message. They will be returning monthly (13th of each month) beginning May 13th @ 3pm for praying the Rosary and speaking on Our Lady’s messages. All are invited to join them in our church. HELP WANTED! Mercy Retreat Center –
Kitchen Cook & Helpers- Individuals,
couples, teams- to help cook for retreats and
functions and keep the kitchen, pantry, dining
areas clean. Part-time positions. Primarily
weekends and some weekdays. Starting pay:
$8-10/hour. Great Weekend job! Call or text
Mark-806-789-8456.
Pray for our seminarians!
¡Rogad por nuestros seminaristas!
Pray for our Bishop Coerver, Priests
and Deacons.
Oren por nuestro Obispo Coerver,
Sacerdotes y Diáconos.
Pray for Vocations! ¡Rogad por las Vocaciones!
WHY A CHILD’S FIRST HOLY
COMMUNION IS A BIG DEAL!
As Catholics, we know that the Holy Eucharist is the source and summit of our
faith: it is the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ. Pope Francis has called it the “Sacrament of Love”:
“The Eucharist is at the heart of „Christian initiation‟, together with Baptism
and Confirmation, and it constitutes the source of the Church‟s life itself. From
this Sacrament of love, in fact, flows every authentic journey of faith, of
communion, and of witness.”
For children who are preparing to receive their First Holy Communion, this is a
very special time. And for all of us, no matter how many times we have
received Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist, it should be special. It is very
beautiful, personal and intimate. We should not take it for granted. What makes
it so special the first time is the same thing that makes it special every time!
This is why the first time a family member makes their Holy Communion; it is an exciting
event for the whole family. The boy or girl preparing for this sacrament is going to be
profoundly united with Jesus in a way that they never have before! Jesus comes to us in a
unique way in the Eucharist. When He comes, we receive Him into our body and our soul.
It is such a holy, joyful occasion. Relatives are invited. Parents take pictures. We celebrate.
And the very act of celebrating reveals our belief in the True Presence of Jesus in the
Eucharist. First Holy Communion is, without question, a time of great joy. The saints in
heaven, who are delighted to intercede for us, are celebrating along with your family.
Unfortunately, for many of us Catholics, First Holy Communion has become simply a rite of
passage. The essence of the celebration is lost among the parties and gifts. “Parties and gifts
are fine,” says one priest, “as long as the focus never strays from what the celebration is
truly about.”
“You come to me,” says Saint Maximilian Kolbe to Jesus, speaking for all of us, “and unite
Yourself intimately to me under the form of nourishment. . . . What miracles! Who would
have ever imagined such!”
St. Mother Teresa said: “Jesus has made Himself the Bread of Life to give us life. Night and
day, He is there. If you really want to grow in love, come back to the Eucharist…”
Yes, the celebration of a child’s First Holy Communion IS a big deal! Excerpts by Whittney Hetzel
¿POR QUÉ PRIMERA COMUNIÓN DE
UN NIÑO(A) ES UN GRAN NEGOCIO!
Como Católicos, sabemos que la Eucaristía es la fuente y cumbre de nuestra fe: es
el cuerpo, sangre, alma y divinidad de Nuestro Señor y Salvador Jesucristo. El papa
San Francisco lo ha llamado el "sacramento del amor":
"La Eucaristía es el corazón de la "iniciación cristiana", junto con el bautismo y la
confirmación, y constituye la fuente de la vida de la Iglesia misma. A partir de este
sacramento de amor, de hecho, brota todo auténtico camino de fe, de comunión y
de testimonio."
Para los niños que se preparan para recibir la Primera Comunión, esta es una época
muy especial. Y para todos nosotros, no importa cuántas veces hemos recibido a
Nuestro Señor en la sagrada Eucaristía, debe ser especial. Es muy hermoso, íntimo
y personal. No debemos dar por sentado. ¡Lo que hace tan especial la primera vez
es la misma cosa que hace especial cada vez!
Esta es la razón por la que la primera vez que un miembro de la familia hace su
sagrada Comunión, es un evento emocionante para toda la familia. El muchacho o la muchacha
de la preparación para este sacramento va a estar profundamente unidos con Jesús de una
manera que nunca lo han hecho antes! Jesús viene a nosotros de una manera única en la
Eucaristía. Cuando él venga, lo recibimos en nuestro cuerpo y nuestra alma.
Es tan santa, gozosa ocasión. Los familiares están invitados. Los padres toman fotografías.
Celebramos. Y el acto mismo de la celebración revela nuestra creencia en la presencia real de
Jesús en la Eucaristía. La primera Comunión es, sin duda, un momento de gran alegría. Los
santos en el cielo, quienes están encantados de interceder por nosotros, estamos celebrando
junto a su familia.
Lamentablemente, para muchos de nosotros, los católicos, la Primera Comunión se ha
convertido simplemente en un rito de pasaje. La esencia de la celebración se pierde entre las
partes y regalos. "Los partidos y los regalos están bien", dice un sacerdote, "mientras el foco
nunca se aparta de lo que la celebración es auténtico."
"Tú vienes a mí", dice Santo Maximiliano Kolbe a Jesús, hablando en nombre de todos
nosotros, "y uniros íntimamente a mí bajo la forma de alimento. . . . ¿Qué milagros! ¡Que nunca
habría imaginado tal!"
Santa Madre Teresa dijo: "Jesús ha hecho de sí mismo el pan de vida que nos da la vida. De día
y de noche, él está allí. Si usted realmente quiere crecer en el amor, regresa a la Eucaristía…"
Sí, la celebración de una primera Comunión del niño es un gran negocio! Extractos por Whittney Hetzel