Sacred Heart Parish Pentecost Sunday Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Today s Readings: 1st Reading - Genesis 11:1-9 2nd Reading - Romans 8:22-27 Gospel - John 7:37-39 June 8, 2014 0132
Stewardship Corner ~ Check out this post from Eric McArdle about comfort and stewardship: We all want to be comfortable. We want air conditioning when it s hot and we want food when we re hungry. We want the most advanced mattress so we have a great night s sleep. In our country, in this day and time, we are not likely to go without those things that bring comfort. We really don t have to. Yet, as stewards, we know firsthand that we should not expect comfort in this life. We should be prepared for challenges and trials. When we step outside our comfort zone, when we strive for greatness as stewards no matter the obstacle, and when we turn to God during life s trials, tackling these challenges only makes us stronger. In his address during World Youth Day in Spain in 2011, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI summed up these thoughts when he proclaimed: The world promises you comfort. But you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness! Heed these wise words... Stewardship tells us to give of our first fruits, our best gifts, same as the Holy Spirit called to those present at the first meeting of the Church during Pentecost. In doing so, we can attain this greatness that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI speaks of. Don t settle just for comfortable, make life great. Peace, Kaitlyn Wiant Dear Brother/Sister in Christ, This week it was announced that Rev. William Lange will be the new pastor of Sacred Heart. Fr. Lange was ordained to the priesthood in 1992 and is currently serving as Parochial Vicar of St. Joseph Parish in Aston, PA. Please keep Fr. Lange in your prayers as he makes his transition to Oxford. I wish Fr. Lange all the best in his service to you and ask that you give him a warm welcome when he arrives! This week it was also announced that I have been appointed as Chaplain to St. Mary Manor in Lansdale, PA. I am familiar with St. Mary Manor as my father lived there for a few years before his passing in December. I am looking forward to my assignment at St. Mary's and would ask that you be kind enough to grant me a remembrance in your prayers as well as all of the residents and staff at St. Mary's. I promise to continue to keep you in my prayers! God Bless, Father Hamill The Knights of Columbus general meeting will be held on Thursday, June 26th at 7:30PM. During this meeting we will hold the annual election of officers for the council. All members in good standing have the opportunity to elect the individuals you wish to run the council over the next Columbian year. Nominations will remain open until the night of the meeting. If you wish to be nominated or nominate a fellow brother you may contact Greg Chesson or Michael Johnson with the details. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting. Vivid Jesus, Michael Campbell, GK 0132 Sacred Heart Parish Sunday, June 8, 2014
Eucharistic Adoration Malvern Retreat House Be Still and Know That I am God. (Psalm 46:10) Spend some personal, quiet, one-on-one time with Our Lord Jesus Christ. Abandon yourself to Jesus in this "Sacrament of Love" and He will refresh you! He is always there waiting for you and He speaks to you in the silence. Eucharistic Adoration is open to all and is held every Tuesday from 8:00 am to 7 pm. and will conclude with a 7 pm mass. If you are interested in becoming an adorer or, would like to have more information about Eucharistic Adoration at Sacred Heart Church, you may contact Joann Di Liberto at 610-932-8962. Forty Hours Devotion Adorers needed to participate in the Forty Hours Devotion scheduled for Friday, June 27 th through Sunday, June 29 th, 2014. If you are interested in participating, please contact Joann Di Liberto at 610.932.8962 or email adoration@sacredheart.us. Sacred Heart Giving June 1, 2014 Regular Collection: $ 9,531.35 Building Maintenance: $ 1,425.00 Ascension of the Lord: 05/29/2014 $ 1,610.00 Poor Box: 06/01/2014 $ 109.86 Thank you! National Charismatic Retreat at Malvern Retreat House Ablaze with the Spirit: Come Experience the Fire of God s Healing Love! June 27-29, 2014 Join EWTN s Jesse Romero, Kathleen McCarthy, and Fr. Robert Hilz, TOR, from June 27-29 at Malvern Retreat House for this life-changing National Charismatic Retreat, Ablaze with the Spirit: Come Experience the Fire of God s Healing Love! This retreat for men and women features world-renowned preachers and teachers and a Healing Service with Anointing of the Sick; it challenges retreatants to a renewal of faith convictions with dynamic conferences. No person will walk away the same. Register early, since it s a national retreat. Space is limited. To register for this retreat, call 610-644-0400 or visit www.malvernretreat.com. A Catholic Retreat for Singles June 27-29, 2014 Single men and women of all ages are welcome to join us from June 27-29for a life-changing weekend! Our two dynamic and inspirational retreat directors, Fr. Steve DeLacy and Bryan Mercier, will help you grow closer to God as you take time away from the everyday cares and worries, enabling you to hear God s voice in your life. Sponsored by the CatholicMatch Institute. Space is limited. To register for this retreat, call 610-644-0400 or visit www.malvernretreat.com. July 4 th Family Retreat July 4-6, 2014 All families are invited to our annual July 4 th Family Retreat! Families with young children, teens, and grandparents are welcome. Enjoy this weekend of inspirational teaching, music, outside games, great food, and fun at our McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center. Led by Fr. William Gaffney, CSsR. Space is limited. To register for this retreat, call 610-644-0400 or visit www.malvernretreat.com.
M i n i s t r i e s a t M a s s Saturday, June 14, 2014 5:00 PM Extraordinary Minister: M. Snopkowski, J. Tiriro, L. Baggott Lector: J. Norris Altar Server: Trevor C., Ethan C., Abbey C. Music: Beth VanWoert, Cathy Grebner Ushers: Beau Jones Sunday, June 15, 2014 7:45 AM Extraordinary Minister: J. D Aquanno, P. Cahill, P. Kozakowski Lector: R. Oram Altar Server: Nora C., Aaron C., Hannah D. Music: Quiet Mass 9:00 AM Both Species Extraordinary Minister: M. Strohmaier, J. Yesilonis, K. Cummiskey H. Staszesky, L. Somma Lector: J. Jansen Altar Server: Eve H., Garland H., Grace H. Music: Jamie Shover, Cathy Grebner Ushers: Mark Bradford, Frank Sipala, Brandon & Lauren Kim, and Samuel Hamilton 10:30 AM Extraordinary Minister: K. Plakosh, J. Saltysiak Lector: M. Williams Altar Server: Joe D., Keith H., Brenna M. Music: Amy Murphy Ushers: Catherine L., Jerome Lacek, John Peluchette 12:00 PM Extraordinary Minister: J. Santine, J. Santine Lector: M. Oronzio Altar Server: Shannon R., Aidan R., Joey K. Music: Lauren Cupples, Karen Evangelista Ushers: Jack Morrison, Jon Anderson M a s s I n t e n t i o n s Saturday June 7, 2014 5:00 pm The Purgatorial Society Sunday June 8, 2014 7:45 am The People of Sacred Heart 9:00 am Ernest Stumpo req. by Evelyn Stumpo 10:30 am Arthur Tuinstra req. by The Tercha Family 12:00 pm Mr. & Mrs. William McCarthy req. by The Ledger Family Monday June 9, 2014 8:00 am James & Margaret Maley Tuesday June 10, 2014 7:00 pm Bobby White req. by Anthony DiFederico Wednesday June 11, 2014 8:00 am Dominic Chiango req. by As the Spirit Leads Thursday June 12, 2014 8:00 am Jane Maley Friday June 13, 2014 8:30 am James & Margaret Maley Saturday June 14, 2014 5:00 pm Jane Maley Sunday June 15, 2014 7:45 am For the Intentions of the Russo Family req. by Jack & Beth Russo 9:00 am Joseph Anastasio req. by Jack & Beth Russo 10:30 am The People of Sacred Heart 12:00 pm Edward Collins req. by the Collins Family The 2014 Open gyms are designed to get you ready for the upcoming middle and high school season. We will teach the fundamentals of volleyball using simple techniques for each skill and quickly advance to game application. Our open gym sessions are designed to quickly build an understanding of the game, All the sessions will be conducted by Marouane Jafir, Former Moroccan national team player. Hitting-Serving: June 8th- 15th- 22nd- 29th : From 9am to 10:30am. Defense-Passing: June 8th- 15th- 22nd- 29th: From 11am to 12:30pm. Open Gym Fee/Location: $20 Per Session --- Wilmington Christian School; 825 Loveville Rd, Hockessin, DE All Sessions are open for anyone to attend Grades 7-12 ----- No registration needed, Please Join us!!!! WWW.DUVBC.COM 0132 Sacred Heart Parish Sunday, June 8, 2014
S a c r e d H e a r t S c h o o l Sacred Heart School Many Families, One Heart Sacred Heart School held its graduation ceremony and mass on Tuesday, June 3rd. We would like to congratulate our eighth grade students for their many accomplishments. We would also like to acknowledge the parents of these students for their many sacrifices and support. Many of our graduates have been a part of the Sacred Heart family since pre kindergarten. Our students will be attending Bishop Shanahan, Oxford Area High School, Padua Academy and Salesianum in the fall. Sacred Heart School Class of 2014 Isabella Campbell Teddy Chesson Emily Collins Hannah D Aquanno Liam Dearing Maria DiSanti Joseph Dougherty Rachel Getz Christian Harris Molly Johnson Allyson Kelly Kyle Lee Areli Luna Clare Marchese Daniel McCann Shannon Reilly Parker Saltysiak Maria Sanchez Alina Snopkowski Grace Tipton Jeremy Traini Gianna Vitelli Madeline Williams Parish Staff Opening: Administrator of Parish Youth Ministry Programs Saint Elizabeth Church in Chester County is now looking for a capable individual to serve as a full-time administrator for a variety of parish programs and activities for children, youth and young adults. The preferred candidate will have at least an undergraduate degree in education, catechetics, youth ministry or a related field, and at least three years of experience organizing programs for and working directly with youth in a parish or school setting. Applicants should send letter of interest and resume with personal references no later than Friday, June 13, to Saint Elizabeth Parish Office, PO Box 695, Uwchlan, PA 19480-0695. You may also fax a resume to 610-646-6513.
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK, especially: Mark Schwerke, Paul Leahmann, Bob McMann, Gary Peterson, Gene Marino, The Rody- Welhaf and Hill Family, Sue Marcheski, Carole Kasprzak, Megan Beird, Pat Ryan, George Cleary, Gina Caldwell, Joseph Beird, Mary & Jean Basilio, Anne Marie Oshman, Diana Wills, Michael Cooke, Kimberly Jester, Diane Joyce, and all parishioners with special needs. Please contact the parish office if you would like to add someone to our prayer list. You may resubmit a person s name anytime through our website, www.sacredheart.us or call 610-932-5040. Theology of the Body Institute Have you heard of Theology of the Body yet? Here is a unique local opportunity to learn from some of the world's top educators! The Theology of the Body Institute, located in Downingtown, will host the 2014 International Theology of the Body Congress July 9-11, 2014 at the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Philadelphia. The Congress will gather many of the world s leading experts to share the transformational teachings of Pope Saint John Paul II s Theology of the Body. Join us for this one-of-a-kind event. Full registration or day passes available. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in this international event happening in our area! Visit www.tobcongress.com for more information. Important Upcoming Save the Dates: Any new additions to the sick or military list will be in the bulletin for one month, then continued on the website for our prayers. PASTOR Rev. Gregory J. Hamill WEEKEND ASSISTANTS Rev. Joseph Shenosky & Rev. John Franey Sacred Heart Parish Office 610-932-5040 203 Church Road, Oxford, PA 19363 Website: www.sacredheart.us Sacred Heart Parish School 610-932-3633 205 Church Road, Oxford, PA 19363 Website: www.shsoxford.us Debbie Vandegrift Memorial Golf Tournament- September 26, 2014 OKTOBERFEST- October 11, 2014 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm Sunday 7:45 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am & 12:00 noon DAILY Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 8:00 am Tuesday Evening 7:00 pm & Friday 8:30 am Holy Days as announced in the bulletin Reconciliation Saturday at 4:00 pm & Wednesday at 6:30 pm Adoration Tuesday 8:00 am-7:00 pm Rosary Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 7:30 am Friday - 8:00 am Miraculous Medal Novena Monday following 8:00 am Mass Chaplet of Divine Mercy Wednesday following 8:00 am Mass Our Lady of Fatima Rosary First Saturday of month at 4:15 pm REGISTRATION FOR NEW PARISHIONERS If you are new to the parish, we welcome you. You may come as a stranger to us, yet you are known to Our Lord, Jesus Christ there are no strangers in grace in His name we pray you will find peace, hospitality and friendship with us. You are invited to register at Sacred Heart after any Mass on the weekend, just stop by the Welcome Desk in the Lobby. SACRAMENTS: Visit our website, www.sacredheart.us for the sacrament page and information about becoming Catholic, Baptisms, Marriage, and PREP. If you would prefer, you may call the parish office at 610-932-5040 for details. THE SACRAMENT OF THE SICK - If a loved one is dealing with a serious illness, it is wise to notify the parish office as soon as possible. This sacrament is intended by the Church to be a comfort and strength to people during their illness, not to be held out as Last Rites. 0132 Sacred Heart Parish Sunday, June 08, 2014