Main Church 7190 Highway 17 South Fleming Island FL 32003 Sacred Heart CATHOLIC CHURCH Green Cove Springs Church 207 Palmetto Avenue Green Cove Springs FL 32043 Welcome to Sacred Heart We extend a warm welcome to those who attend our Church. We hope that you will find our parish community a place where your life of faith will be nourished. We also hope that you will share your special gifts within the community. Your prayers, your presence and your talents are most welcome. Parish registration forms are in the back of the church or may be obtained at the Parish Office. PARISH OFFICE 7190 Highway 17 South Tel 284-3811 Fax 529-8845 Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pastor: Father Michael Pendergraft Business Manager: Tish Aguilar Receptionists: Mary Bullington, Silvia Alexander RCIA Coordinator: Mike Curtis Hall Director: Arlene Manalo Youth Director: Janice Schubert RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Tel 284-9983 Kristin Michler-Belleza (K-5) Sandra Curtis (6-12) MUSIC MINISTRY Karen Otto, Mike Curtis and Ann Marie Barta ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL 1610 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg 32068 Tel. 282-0504 Principal: Victoria Farrington MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m.; Spanish 7:30 p.m. (Green Cove Springs Church) Sunday: 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Holy Days: 8 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Weekdays: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sat. 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. or by appointment To arrange for Baptism or Marriages please call the Parish Office. Homebound Parishioners: Please call the office if you know of anyone who needs Eucharist brought to the home or would like a visit. Web site: www.sacredheartcatholicchurch.org MISSION STATEMENT Compelled by the Gospel, we the parish family of Sacred Heart, promote and support Christian Life by serving our parish and community through the celebration of the sacraments, educational programs and other parish ministries.
Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 22, 2017 Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and to God what belongs to God. Matthew 22:21 STEWARDSHIP Each year at tax time, we conscientiously give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar. Does my stewardship indicate that I am as faithful about giving to God what belongs to God? Your Gifts to God and Parish ~ October 8 th Sacrificial Giving: $ 11,502.72 Building Fund: $ 7,833.41 Not in envelopes: $ 3,573.38 Sacred Heart Parish offers sympathy to Tom Znidar on the death of his mother, Julie. Children s Sharing Time: Reading, helping others Talent: Soccer, dancing, love Treasure: My sister $ 29.29 BULLETIN DEADLINES Bulle n Deadline November 12 th due November 1 st November 19 th due November 13 th November 26 th due November 14 th Bulle ns are due by noon and may be emailed to: bulletin@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org Book of Life If you would like to include the name of a loved one who died in the past year, in our parish Book of Life, please use the envelopes provided in the pews. PLEASE PRINT names on the envelopes and put in the collection basket or return to the Parish Office by Tuesday, October 24 th. The Book of Life will remain in the sanctuary during the month of November. THANK YOU!! Thank you to everyone who made the Public Rosary Rally such a great success. Pray that our prayers, along with those of the 21,570 rallies held across America, will touch the heart of our heavenly Father and His mercy will be shown to our world. Jane and Diane
Education News... Youth Ministry Corner SACRAMENT INFORMATION Thursday, October 26 th, First Reconciliation for 2 nd graders making their first confession - 7:00 pm (children arrive by 6:50 pm). Wednesday, November 29 th, 7:00 pm, Confirmation Parent & Student meeting in the Church. All forms must be completed and turned in prior to this date. CLASS SCHEDULE No class Wednesday, October 25 th Wednesday, November 1 st No class in Green Cove Church on Tuesday, October 31 st. Middle School Youth Rally (6 th 8 th Grade) Join hundreds of Middle School students from across the Diocese for a day of music, faith, fellowship and fun! From skits, to games, to talks and culminating with Mass, this will be one day to energize and revitalize your faith. Day/Date: Saturday, November 4 th, 2017 Time: 11:00 am 5:00 pm Venue: Bishop John J. Snyder High School Price: $25. 00 which includes lunch (scholarships are available) Please contact Janice Schubert; Youth Director to sign up CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Sign Up for 2017 Christmas Pageant after class or in Narthex beginning October 15 th. This year's pageant will be held Friday December 15 th. Rehearsals are Thursdays, November 7 th and 14 th janice.schubert@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org or call 284-3811 x 205 ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS SHEEP (Sacred Heart Early Education Program) will meet tomorrow, Monday, October 23 rd, at 9:15 am in the Activity Center. Think a Catholic Education is too expensive for your children? How about a $5,677.00 scholarship? Please explore the Step Up for Students Scholarship Program which makes a Catholic elementary education affordable for our families. www.stepupforstudents.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * At Annunciation Catholic School, your parish school, it is our goal to make a Catholic education available to every parishioner. WEDNESDAY STUDY GROUP Divine Mercy in the Second Greatest Story Ever Told Wednesday, October 25 th, at 10:00 am in Bldg C every other week. Call Anne Borom for more information at 904-449-1394.
In Our Parish... LADY OF GUADALUPE RAFFLE Do you have Christmas or birthday gifts in your closet that you would like to re-gift? Our Green Cove Church would like those unused gifts. They will become prizes at our annual Lady of Guadalupe celebration raffle on December 9 th after the Spanish Mass. Please contact Sandra Curtis at 284-9983 for more information. PARISH MEN S GROUP Men, how much does the Holy Spirit guide your life? Are you filled with the Holy Spirit? As baptized and confirmed Catholics we should be. But how often do we really let the Holy Spirit lead us? If these questions interest you, please join us this Thursday, the 26 th, at 7 pm in the Activity Center as we continue the Alpha Series and look into "How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?" A light meal is served at the start. Hope you can make it. CHRISTMAS ANGEL TREE APPLICATIONS Outreach is taking applications for the Christmas Angel Tree. Parishioners who, due to financial need, would like assistance with gifts for their children may stop by the Outreach Office on Tuesday or Thursday from 10:00-2:00 to fill out forms. From the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs Dear Parishioners of Sacred Heart, Your spirit of giving is a blessing for the families we assist. Thank you for your 181 pound donation to provide needed food. And, thank you for your $1500 October donation to provide for local families needing assistance. Your thoughtful generosity touches lives. Sincerely, The Pantry Volunteers Thanksgiving Baskets Please join our Parish in providing a Thanksgiving meal to the less fortunate. The items below are being requested to fill a basket for families of our community. Gift Cards from Winn-Dixie or other grocery stores are also greatly appreciated. Canned Carrots Canned Corn Canned Green Beans Canned Sweet Potatoes Turkey Gravy Cranberry Sauce Applesauce Canned Fruit Instant Mashed Potatoes Macaroni & Cheese Rice Stuffing Mix Pinto Beans (dry) Masa Harina (Corn Flour) Cornbread Mix Canned Pie Filling Boxed Pie Crust Thank You for your generosity!...for I was hungry and you gave me food. Mt. 25:35
Around the Diocese... Marriage Preparation Marriage Preparation: To schedule a wedding, an engaged couple must meet with their parish priest or deacon at least eight months before their proposed wedding date. Preparation for the sacrament includes attending a diocesan program such as Engaged Encounter or Pre Cana. Also, couples of childbearing age will need to take a full course of Natural Family Planning. Pre-registration for each of these programs is mandatory. The next Engaged Encounter will be November 10 th -12 th at Marywood Retreat Center. The next Pre Cana program will be December 9 th in Jacksonville. For more information about the diocesan requirements or to register for any of the diocesan programs, please visit www.dcfl.org or call (904) 551-2619. Snyder 101 You are invited to a end "Snyder 101" and learn more about life at Bishop John J. Snyder High School. "" is Thursday, November 9 th and begins at 8:00 am. You will meet our administra on and students while touring classrooms and learning about our collegepreparatory curriculum, athle cs and Campus Ministry program. Lunch is included. Call Mary Anne Briggs at 904 908 8964 or email her at maryannebriggs@bishop snyder.org to RSVP. DID YOU KNOW... The Church is missionary by its very nature, con nuing the work of Christ through the Holy Spirit to bring about the plan of God. This work is carried out by all of the bap zed according to their various states of life: clergy, laity, religious. (CCC#849, 863, 913) Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time God has called you by your name. Pray You are a child of God. Are you For aware of your strength in God? Vocations (Isaiah 45:1, 4-6). If you have a question about a vocation to the priesthood or religious life, contact Fr. David Ruchinski, Vocation Director, at (904) 262-3200 ext. 101, or email vocations@dosafl.com. Wine Tasting for a Great Cause Catholic Chari es 14 th Annual Fes val d Vine, Jacksonville s most popular wine and food experience, will take place in Treaty Oak park on Friday, November 3 rd, 2017. The event features an extensive selec on of more than 100 wines, superb food from area restaurants, local cra beers, and music under the stars. Our goal is to make the Fes val not only Jacksonville s finest wine tas ng event, but one that brings people together for a meaningful purpose. With your support, we are able to con nue to keep families safe and secure in their homes, provide food, the most basic of needs, and help them find jobs. Tickets are $100.00. For more informa on about the event and to purchase ckets, please visit ccbjaxevents.org or call (904) 265 2182. Attention Married and Engaged Couples Do you feel something missing in your marital life? Consider that it might be the result of unnatural forms of birth control. Get off those unhealthy methods and learn the natural way to plan your family with the Couple to Couple League. Its philosophy is in full accord with Catholic teaching. Learn a natural method that is just as effective as the Pill, with no harmful side effects. The series starts tonight, which fulfills the diocesan marriage requirement for NFP, October 22 nd at 6:00 pm at St. Catherine s. Register online at www.ccli.org AND contact Beth and Wesley Moody at 375-8583 for information about classes.
Monday, October 23 rd, 8:00 am No Mass There will be a Communion Service. Tuesday, October 24 th, 8:00 am - In memory of Mark Ziolo requested by Doug and Janet Wilson. Wednesday, October 25 th, 8:00 am - In memory of Daron Phillips requested by Kathleen Phillips. Thursday, October 26 th, 8:00 am - In memory of Alexis Lato requested by Sacred Heart Parish. Friday, October 27 th, 8:00 am - For the Special Intentions of the Asencio Family requested by Hilda Asencio. Saturday, October 28 th, 5:30 pm - In memory of Dolores Penezic requested by the Czekanski Family. Sunday, October 29 th, 8:00 am - In memory of Mark Ziolo requested by Doug and Janet Wilson. Sunday, October 29 th, 10:30 am - In memory of Richard Hoffman requested by his wife, Katie. Sunday, October 29 th, 5:30 pm - For the Special Intentions of the Parishioners of Sacred Heart Parish. TODAY S READINGS First Reading The L said to Cyrus, his anointed, I am the L, there is no other (Isaiah 45:1, 4-6). Psalm Give the Lord glory and honor (Psalm 96). Second Reading Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy to the church of the Thessalonians: We thank God always for all of you (1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b). Gospel Give to Caesar what is Caesar s, and to God what is God s (Matthew 22:15-21). PRAYER LIST Names will be printed in the bulletin for four weeks, then removed. Please call with names you would like to have included on our list. Thank you for helping us keep our list current. Please pray for Lois Battisti, Ann Cekosh, Pat Chestnut-Sarpy, John Duzansky, Virginia Hefferin, Karen McCallan, Richard and Reba Pedigo, Donna Ramos, Carly Stoffa, Len Winkeler, Fr. Alex Ducci, Kat Launer, Ron Schubert, Rebecca Smith, Charley Strayer, Denny Wadsworth, Suzanne and Randy Wiley, John Anderson, Jane Angerer, Pat Cook, Bill Easterling, Cathy Frioux, Donna Guzinski, Kenny Mackert, Levi Shepherd, Marshall White, Rose Bergin, Joanne Gillease, Evelyn Norris, Hilary Silva, Casey Spillane, Mary Stafford, our prayer blanket recipients and our homebound parishioners. SULLIVAN HALL All events held at Sullivan Hall are scheduled through Sullivan Hall director, Arlene Manalo. For prices, availability and more information, call Arlene at 284-3811 or email sullivanhall@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org www.facebook.com/shsullivanhall 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: Rom 4:20-25; Lk 1:69-75; Lk 12:13-21 Tuesday: Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Lk 12:35-38 Wednesday: Rom 6:12-18; Ps 124:1b-8; Lk 12:39-48 Thursday: Rom 6:19-23; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 12:49-53 Friday: Rom 7:18-25a; Ps 119:66, 68, 76-77, 93-94; Lk 12:54-59 Saturday: Eph 2:19-22; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 6:12-16 Sunday: Ex 22:20-26; Ps 18:2-4, 47, 51; 1 Thes 1:5c-10; Mt 22:34-40 PARISH WEBSITE Be in the know check out our website at www.sacredheartcatholicchurch.org Contact Parish Office at 284-3811 or email bulletin@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org if you have something for the website. The trailer to recycle aluminum cans is located at the south end of our parking lot! Thank You to all who are recycling in this way. The profit is used by our Outreach Ministry to help others. Please no tin cans, boxes or plastic bottles!