Sacred Heart Parish Clifton Heights, PA Sacred Heart Church Saint Hedwig Chapel 316 East Broadway Avenue 4th & Hayes Streets Clifton Heights, PA 19018 Chester, PA 19013 MASSES Daily: Monday - Friday - 8:00 A.M. Saturday Vigil - 4:00 P.M. Sunday - 7:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. Holy Day - As Scheduled Confessions - Monday- Friday 7:45 A.M. Saturday 3:15-3:45 P.M. MASS Sunday - 9:15 A.M. Bilingual (Polish and English) Confessions - Sunday at 9:00 A.M. Rosary - Before Mass on Sunday PARISH MISSION STATEMENT To live and grow as a church in the Roman Catholic tradition by devotion to God in worship, doctrine, ministry, and loving service to each other and to the people entrusted to us. Rev. Michael W. Rzonca, Pastor Sr. Louise Quinn, Director of Parish Services WEEKEND ASSISTANTS: REV. GIRARD CUSATIS, REV. JOSEPH JUNG, REV. MICHAEL BIELECKI, O.S.A. PHONE: 610-623-0409 SHC316@aol.com www.sacredheart-cliftonheights.net Bulletin deadline: Friday 12:00 Noon JULY 26 2015 092-1
Mass Intentions 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ 2015 Sacred Heart Church 4:00 PM (Vigil) + St. Anne Triduum Sunday, July 26 7:30AM + St. Anne Triduum 11:00AM + Intention of the Sacred Heart Memorial Fund Monday, July 27 8:00AM + John A. Pastore Of Bob Smith Tuesday, July 28 8:00AM + Rosaire Giunta Of D Orazio family Wednesday, July 29 8:00AM Living & Deceased Parishioners of Sacred Heart Thursday, July 30 8:00AM + James & Mary Laughlin Of Family Friday, July 31 8:00AM + Francis J. McGowan Of Ann C. Storace & family Saturday, August 1 4:00 PM (Vigil) + Hilda Rizzo Of Maryann Millman & Bill & Trisha McGehrin Sunday, August 2 7:30AM + Mary & Franny McGowan Of Betty & Jack Rockenbach 11:00AM + Intention of the Rosary Sodality St. Hedwig s Chapel Sunday, July 26 9:15AM + Sophie Szymczyk Of Natalie Zoltak & family Sunday, August 2 9:15AM + Anna Stanczyk Of St. Hedwig Choir Friday Holy Hour at Sacred Heart Spend some time with God at Sacred Heart s Holy Hour. A holy hour means listening to God. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed every Friday from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Please consider taking some time to pray. Bread and Wine for the Week If you would like to offer the bread and wine for the week in someone s memory, you may do so by calling the Rectory at 610-623-0409. The donation for bread and wine is $20 for the week. Candles For The Month Please call the rectory if you would like to reserve a candle for the month. The cost is $20.00 Gospel Summary Jesus created a lot of excitement and enthusiasm among the people who came to hear his words. It is clear, however, that they did not completely understand the meaning of what he said. They looked for signs and believed that he performed miracles such as the one in today s gospel. This gospel tells of the fishes and loaves of bread multiplied to such an extent that they not only fed the large crowd, but there was plenty of food left over. The people simply saw the amount of bread increase in a way similar to God providing food for the ancient Israelites when he sent manna from heaven to fill their hunger. The people on the hillside with Jesus did not understand how bread could be spiritual nourishment or that Jesus was that bread. Reflection for Families So much of our culture today is based on a what s in it for me attitude. We are reluctant to give our time, energy, or resources to an effort that doesn t yield a benefit directly for us or our families. Our simple acts of kindness toward others do not go unnoticed by our children. When they see us give of ourselves generously, they learn about the boy who shared his food with the crowd in today s gospel. Marie Blumenkrantz - Aislee Louise Bush - Julian John D Orazio - James Fitzpatrick - Christine Hanson - Jane Kijewski - Kaitlyn Klein - Jackie McBride -William Papa - Kevin Perkins - Jean Sherwood ~ Tracey Sodermann - Catherine Spinelli - Ted Szyszkiewski - Clara Wells ~ Emilie Wrzesniewski ~ Aleksandra Zurko. The person on the sick list must agree to have his/her name appear in the bulletin. Needed Cantors and Lectors Would you like to share your time and talent with Sacred Heart Parish? We are in need of cantors and lectors. If you feel you would like to give to these important ministries we would love to have you! See Fr. Mike before or after mass. World Meeting of Families Donation Box There is a silver donation box, on the Blessed Mother side of the altar. You will notice a picture of our Holy Father adorns the box. Any monies collected will be forwarded on a regular basis to WMF to help with the $45 million cost of the event. Thank you for your generosity. Sacred Heart Candle For July - Speedy Recovery Ryan Amanto St. Hedwig Candle For July + Joseph A. Zdun 092-2
FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP Prayerfully consider your Offertory Gift as your act of praise to God for all HE has given you. Sacred Heart - July 19, 2015 Sunday Envelopes 112 $1,819.00 Loose 357.00 TOTAL 2,176.00 Energy 1,020.00 Loose 76.00 St. Hedwig - July 19, 2015 Sunday Envelopes 37 $817.00 Loose -0- Total 817.00 Energy 399.00 Loose 7.00 Thank You For Your Generosity Today Parish Maintenance Next Sunday Parish Maintenance RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process we use to add members to our faith community. Do you know someone who is thinking of becoming Catholic or, at least, wants to know more about our religion? Maybe you know someone who was baptized in the Faith, but was never educated in the faith nor received First Communion or Confirmation. The RCIA is a journey of faith, spread over several months, that the Church uses to bring these people into the Catholic faith. To get started, call Father Mike at 610-623-0409. EM s, Lectors, Counters August 1-2 4:00 PM Horne/Czerwinski 7:30AM Rockenbach/Resnick 11:00AM DeVitis/Dukinas Counters: Heverling/Macapagal/Leoncio Rectory Summer Hours July through September (Labor Day) Monday & Tuesday 8:30AM to 4:00PM (lunch closed 12:30-1:00) Don t Forget Your Parish During Summer Vacation Every summer the weekly offerings drop considerably. Many of you will be going away with your families for rest and relaxation. Unfortunately, the bills at Sacred Heart and St. Hedwig s still need to be paid. Support your parish by mailing your envelopes to the rectory or double up on your offering before going away or when you return. Have a happy & healthy summer and thank you for your support. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30AM to 12:30PM. Catholic League Assistance to Poland Envelopes can be found in the vestibule at both worship sites. The Catholic League for Religious Assistance to Poland has been helping the Church in Poland since 1943. The League reaches out to the Polish American Communities across the US. The League s mission proclaims Keeping in mind the culture of our Polish-American heritage, we cultivate the gift of unity with the Roman Catholic Church of Poland and we promote a transformed Polonia: informed, united, involve, and active. Please join the many generous people who support the League during the annual campaign which will run through August. Envelopes are not included in the regular mailing. 092-3 Coming to the World Meeting of Families? Please visit the Transportation page of WorldMeeting2015.org to learn what you need to get there! Special SEPTA passes needed for travel on the Regional Rail during the Papal Visit weekend of September 26-27 are on sale starting Monday, July 20 th. To learn more visit SEPTA.org.
Week Long Family Retreats Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point NJ. Each Monday through August. capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829. St. Adalbert Summer Bazaar July 30, 31, August 1 beginning at 6PM on the parish grounds, Allegheny & Thompson Street, Philadelphia. Rain or Shine! Come and treat yourself to some sweets, browse at the flea market, enjoy our homemade Polish and American food, take a chance on the specialty baskets, and dance and enjoy the music and entertainment. Thursday, Polish American String Band. Friday, DJ Patty-Pat, and Saturday, Continental Polish music. Friday is designated Alumni Night. All graduates of St. Adalbert School as well as former parishioners are invited to come and renew friendships. Young Adults at the Cathedral Bible Study First and Third Friday of every month at 7:00 pm Location: Neumann Room. The Bible Study will be kept to an hour to honor everyone s time. Refreshments will be provided. As such, please RSVP by emailing youngadults.cathedral@gmail.com if you plan to join us. We look forward to seeing you. UP-COMING REUNIONS 14th Annual BONNER/ PRENDIE BEACH BLAST ALL CLASS REUNION - will be held on August 1st at LaCosta Lounge in Sea Isle City, New Jersey from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Tickets cost $25. Entertainment provided by BLACK- THORN. To purchase tickets in advance, please contact: John J Dolceamore '67 (610) 742-8839, or email c21johnd@yahoo.com Transportation to/from Barnaby's in Havertown. For bus reservations or tickets contact Dennis Murray 82 at murrayd951@me.com ST. JAMES H.S. CLASS OF 70 45TH REUNION: Friday, September 25, 7-11 PM at The Doghouse, Eddystone. Contact Jack Mattus at 610-212-8286 or JohnMattus@gmail.com or Mike Dougherty at 610-444- 9525.michael.dougherty@keystonestructures.com. ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1965, 50 Year Reunion will be held on Saturday, October 10 at Anthony s in Drexeline Shopping Center. To receive details, email your name, address and phone number to rickards@bonner prendie.com or roccio@bonnerprendie.com. ST. MARIA GORETTI HS, in South Philadelphia will hold a 50 year reunion on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 1pm. For more info please email SMG65REUNION@aol.com or call 215-467-3356. 50th SCHOOL REUNIONS Archbishop Prendergast High School Class of 1965, 50 Year Reunion will be held on Saturday, October 10 at Anthony s in Drexeline Shopping Center. To receive details, email your name, address and phone number to rickards@bonner prendie.com or roccio@bonnerprendie.com. St. Maria Goretti HS, in South Philadelphia will hold a 50 year reunion on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 1pm. For more information please email SMG65REUNION@aol.com or call 215-467-3356. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital Happenings Every Wednesday: WHAM (Whole Health Action Management) Workshops 1:00-3:00 PM. Medical Science Building Room G. Workshops designed to help improve the overall health of people in the community. For more info call 610-237-7340. Every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: Walk-In Screening Mammogram 8:00 AM 4:00 PM. Women s Imaging Suite, Sr. Marie Lenahan Wellness Center. Physician prescription, insurance card and photo ID required. For more info call 610-237-2525. Pilgrim Virgin Statue Visitation The International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be visiting the Archdiocese of Philadelphia during the month of August 2015 in anticipation of the World Meeting of Families. Parishes have the opportunity to host the Pilgrim Virgin during the 21-day visit. Hosting involves arranging for a place for the statue to reside for approximately one day where people may come to pray, as well as offering the statue custodian an opportunity to make a short presentation about the message of Our Lady of Fatima. If your parish is interested in hosting the statue, please contact Karen Kelly, the local coordinator of the Pilgrim Virgin Statue visit at 610-357-2897. Many powerful graces have been known to come through the visitation of the Pilgrim Virgin! It is a powerful way to prepare your parish for the World Meeting of Families! BERNADETTE SOCIAL CLUB The St. Bernadette Seniors meet for lunch in the Wright Center on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at 12:30pm (doors open at 12noon). We are an over 55 group, and new members are always welcome. Please call Annette Pauswinski at 610-246-8506 for information about the Social Club. 092-4
PROFITS From June 20th Thrift Shop Sale Bake Shop $266 Main check out $511 Jewelry $ 80 Porch $ 45 Food $ 32 Pre-Sales (Craig s List & E-bay) $ 83 Total Profit $1,017.00 A JOYFUL WELCOME THIS SUMMER TO ALL WHO WORSHIP WITH US Our Parish Community welcomes you. We pray that your visit with us proves to be warm and welcoming. If we can be of service to you please let us know. I would like to learn more about the Catholic faith. I would like to know more about this faith Community and what you have to offer. I would like a call from the pastor or parish Staff. I would like to register as a member of this community of faith. Need information regarding Religious Education Would like to receive Holy Communion at home. Put (name) on the parish sick list. Take (name) off the parish sick list. Address: Phone No: Email: SPORTS EXTRAVAGANZA RAFFLE TIME IS RUNNING OUT Purchase your chance to win tickets to see the Eagles or the Phillies or some cash! Visitors and those who want extra chances may do so by seeing one of the ushers or Father Mike. We hope that you will help by purchasing chances and taking extra chances to sell to family, friends and co-workers. 1st Prize: 2 Tickets: Eagles vs. Dallas Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 4:25PM Section 103 - Row 25 - Seats 15, 16 2nd Prize: 2 Tickets: Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 7:05PM Section 134 - Row 37 - Seats, 21,22 3rd Prize: $100. 4th Prize $50. Returns may be mailed or dropped in the collection basket. Checks can be made out to Sacred Heart Church. Drawing Sunday, August 2nd 12:00 Noon at the church Proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Parish Chance $5.00 each. Comments: 092-5 Please complete, cut out this form, and drop It in the collection basket or mail it to Sacred Heart Rectory 316 East Broadway Avenue Clifton Heights, PA 19018