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-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 14, 2018 The word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword. Hebrews 4:12a STEWARDSHIP In today s Gospel, Jesus asks the rich young man to give away all that he has in order to have treasure in heaven. But he is unable to free himself from his possessions, and so he goes sadly away. Does what I own keep me from following Jesus? Your Gi s to God and Parish September 30 th Sacrificial Giving: $ 10,050.25 Building Fund: $ 5,319.36 Not in envelopes: $ 4,595.41 Children s Sharing Treasure: $ 35.00 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 which are on the table next to Today s Missal. PLEASE PRINT names on the envelopes and put in the collec on basket or return to the Parish Office by Tuesday, October 23 rd. If you have included names previously, there is no need to repeat them as they are s ll listed. The Book of Life will remain in the sanctuary during the month of November. BULLETIN DEADLINES Bulle n Deadline November 25 th due November 12 th (same as November 18 th ) December 23 rd due December 10 th (same as December 16 th) January 1 st due December 17 th (same as December 30 th) Bulle ns are due by noon and may be emailed to: bulletin@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org What is FORMED? Expect to be surprised by the astonishing story of Saint Francis of Assisi, the fun loving son of wealth and privilege who gave up everything for the sake of Christ. Check out this Audie winning audio drama now! Brother Francis the Barefoot Saint of Assisi. Find it in Listen/ Audio Dramas. Already Heard It? Try Augus ne Ins tute Other Audio Dramas: Ode to Saint Cecilia, and The Trials of St. Patrick located in the same place. Still haven t signed up for FORMED? Sacred Heart Parish offers sympathy to Pat Lougheed on the recent death of her son in law, Leslie Lougheed. To Register! 1. Go to www.sacredheartcatholicchurch.formed.org 2. Click Register and enter your name, email address, and desired password 3. You re all ready to access the inspiring and engaging content on FORMED!
Education News... Youth Ministry Corner Reconciliation Retreat Saturday October 27 th. Meet in the Activity Center at 2:00 pm. No classes Wednesday, October 31 st. Note: To get up-to-date information on class schedules & events, please join our Facebook Group Sacred Heart Fleming Island Religious Ed. Please note that due to children's schedules being posted, this is a closed group for parents of students and Catechists only and you will have to request to join. If you are looking for a more general page with all of the church events, please "like" our Sacred Heart Catholic Church Fleming Island page. SHEEP (Sacred Heart Early Education Program) will meet tomorrow, Monday, October 15 th, at 9:15 am in the Activity Center. Special Youth Life Night A en on all Teens, Tweens and Parents: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 Eucharis c Adora on with Fr. Mike Pendergra Educa onal Parish Edi on 6:00 pm 7:00 pm Eucharis c Adora on 7:00 pm 7:30 pm Praise and Worship Celebra on High School teens will meet at 5:30 5:50 pm in the Ac vity Center for our fellowship meal and then walk to the Church together. 6 th 8 th Grade will meet in their Religious Educa on Classrooms and walk over with their teachers at 5:55 pm * (If you a end class on Sunday, go directly to the Church at 6:00 pm on Wednesday) We invite all to stay for our Energe c Praise and Worship Concert from 7:00 pm 7:30 pm Led by Karen O o, Music Director ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS 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. Teens are encouraged to bring their musical instruments and Sing! 6 8 th = 7:30 8:30 p.m. Fellowship meal/life Night in Ac vity Center 9 th Grade Confirma on Class will resume at 7:00 pm **ALL PARENTS/FAMILY OF YOUTH ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THIS PRAYFUL AND BEAUTIFUL CELEBRATION**
In Our Parish... WELCOME BREAKFAST The Stewardship Commi ee is hos ng a New Parishioner Con nental Breakfast on Sunday, October 28 th, at 9:00 am. Come and meet other new parishioners. The Con nental Breakfast is our gi to you and your family. Please contact Pat Lougheed at 553 4639 or patricialougheed@yahoo.com. MEN S ALPHA Men's Alpha.org Breakfast, Saturday, November 3 rd, at 8:00 am, Ac vity Center Bacon, eggs, pancakes, coffee and juice! Who is Jesus? How can we have faith? Why and how do I pray? How does God guide us? Monthly program. RSVP: joeslonghorns@icloud.com or 719 460 0887 From the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs Dear Sacred Heart Parishioners, Thank you for caring and sharing to help others. Your generous dona on of $1500 in both August and September and your August dona on of 267 pounds of food and 514 pounds of food in September are greatly appreciated. Together we make a difference in the lives of local families needing assistance with food. The Pantry Volunteers...for I was hungry and you gave me food. Mt25:35 Interested in learning basic sign language? A six week class starts Thursday October 18 th, at 6:00 pm in Bldg. A. Any ques ons, contact Robin at (904) 993 7887. MINISTRY FAIR There were 102 volunteers who signed up for our various ministries at our 2018 Ministry Fair which is an indica on the fair was a success again this year. Father Mike and the Stewardship Commi ee would like to thank all who took me to learn more about the difference ministries in our parish and a special thank you to those who signed up as volunteers. Also, thank you to all the ministries and commi ees for par cipa ng in the fair. CAST (Catholic Adults Seeking Truth) Book of James will meet on Tuesday, October 16 th, from 6 8:00 pm in the Ac vity Center. Bible Study will be held on Wednesday, October 17 th, at 10:00 am in Bldg. C. It is held every other Wednesday. All are welcome! Women of Sacred Heart Retreat Saturday, October 27 th, 9 12 Who Do You Say That I Am? ~ Jesus Join us as we consider our answer to Jesus ques on and ponder His response to our ques on Lord, who do You say that I am? This morning of reflec on, music and fellowship is free to all women of the parish. Please register by October 21 st, to ensure sufficient materials and refreshments for all. You may register in the narthex a er all Masses or by contac ng: Diane Conlon 874 2414 or catholicwoman2@gmail.com
Around the Diocese... Marriage Prepara on Marriage Prepara on: To schedule a wedding, an engaged couple must meet with their parish priest or deacon at least eight months before their proposed wedding date. Prepara on for the sacrament includes a ending a diocesan program such as Engaged Encounter or Pre Cana. Also, couples of child bearing age will need to take a full course of Natural Family Planning. Pre registra on for each of these programs is mandatory. The next Engaged Encounter program will be November 16 th 18 th at Marywood Retreat Center. The next Pre Cana program will be December 18 th in Jacksonville. For more informa on about the diocesan requirements or to register for any of the diocesan programs, please visit www.dcfl.org or call (904) 551 2619. Wedding Anniversary Celebra on Couples celebra ng a 25 th, 30 th, 35 th, 40 th, 45 th, 50 th (or more) wedding anniversary during 2018, are invited to a end this special celebra on with Bishop Felipe Estévez at St. Ma hew Catholic Church, 1773 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, November 17 th. Mass at 1:00 pm and a recep on to follow. There is no cost to a end, but dona ons are greatly appreciated. Register at family.dosafl.com ULTREYA The October Ultreya will be held on Thursday, October 18 th, in the Ac vity Center at 7:00 pm, beginning with a covered dish dinner. Please bring a dish to share: salad, side, entrée, or dessert. 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. TWENTY EIGHT SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life? If you ask the Lord this ques on in prayer, are you ready to respond with a joyful yes or will you turn from Pray For Voca ons Him with a heavy, unyielding heart? Consider following Christ more closely as a priest. If you have a ques on about a voca on to the priesthood or religious life, contact the Voca on office, at (904) 262 3200 ext. 101, or email vocations@dosafl.com DIOCESAN MARRIAGE RENEWAL Embrace the opportunity to make the last DMR Weekend of 2018. You ve heard the phrase soaring with the eagles, well you can soar with your honey as you experience God s Plan for your Marriage on the DMR Weekend October 26 th 28 th, 2018 at Marywood Retreat and Conference Center, Switzerland, Florida on the banks of the St. Johns River. To register for the weekend, go to www.dmrjax.org or call Jerry or Anne Webster at 904 268 3758 SNYDER 101 "Experience the opportuni es available at Bishop John J. Snyder High School by a ending Snyder 101 on Thursday, November 8 th, at 9 am. An event for adults, Snyder 101 will introduce you to our faith filled environment and a preview of our college preparatory curriculum. Learn about the athle c and extracurricular choices which make high school memorable. If you can't a end and would like to visit Snyder, please call Shelley Gudzak at 904 908 8978 for a private tour. Would your son or daughter like to experience a day at Snyder? We offer shadow dates for poten al students. Come visit and learn more! EWTN S Family Celebra on EWTN is hos ng Family Celebra on at the Prime Osborn Conven on Center on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Doors open at 8:00 am. Bishop Estévez will celebrate Mass at 4:00 pm. Speakers include Fr. Mitch Pacwa, Johnne e Benkovic Williams, Chris Stepfanick and the president and CEO of the network. A dual track of Spanish speakers includes Fr. Pedro Nunez, Alejandro Bermudez and Monsignor Wilfredo Pena. There are ac vi es for children. It is a free event.
Monday, October 15 th, 8:00 am In memory of Caroline Guerdan requested by Bill and Connie Taylor. Tuesday, October 16 th, 8:00 am In memory of Cindy Bonk requested by Sacred Heart Parish. Wednesday, October 17 th, 8:00 am In memory of Bishop Augus n Verot requested by William Swink. Thursday, October 18 th, 8:00 am In memory of Mr. Salemi requested by Bill and Connie Taylor. Friday, October 19 th, 8:00 am In memory of Virginia Halligan requested by Jeanne Gionet. Saturday, October 20 th 5:30 pm In memory of Cliff and Frances Weldon requested by their Family. Sunday, October 21 st, 8:00 am For the Special Inten ons of the Parishioners of Sacred Heart Parish. Sunday, October 21 st, 10:30 am In memory of Luke Raspa requested by the Brooks Family. Sunday, October 21 st, 5:30 pm In memory of Ginny Halligan requested by Len and Pat Winkeler. TODAY S READINGS First Reading I pleaded, and the spirit of wisdom came to me. (Wisdom 7:7 11). Psalm Fill us with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy! (Psalm 90). Second Reading Indeed the word of God is living and effec ve (Hebrews 4:12 13). Gospel It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of God (Mark 10:17 30 [17 27]). 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: Gal 4:22 24, 26 27, 31 5:1; Ps 113:1b 5a, 6 7; Lk 11:29 32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1 6; Ps 119:41, 43 45, 47 48; Lk 11:37 41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18 25; Ps 1:1 4, 6; Lk 11:42 46 Thursday: 2 Tm 4:10 17b; Ps 145:10 13, 17 18; Lk 10:1 9 Friday: Eph 1:11 14; Ps 33:1 2, 4 5, 12 13; Lk 12:1 7 Saturday: Eph 1:15 23; Ps 8:2 3ab, 4 7; Lk 12:8 12 Sunday: Is 53:10 11; Ps 33:4 5, 18 20, 22; Heb 4:14 16; Mk 10:35 45 [42 45] PRAYER LIST Please call the Parish Office to have names included on our list. Names will be printed in the bulle n for four weeks before being removed or unless re added by request. Thank you for helping us keep our list current. Please pray for Leo Bergin, Brandon Jones, Ansley Luther, Cindy Murphy, Ka e Murphy, Michelle Robichaud, Alice Smith, Rita Williams, Don Black, Marsha Ennis, Rita Lynch, Tabitha Perry, Levi Shepherd, Charley Strayer, Patty Trahan, John Anderson, Geof Davies, Ki y Estes, Mark Hathaway, Art Hernandez, Cindy Mackert, Kenny Mackert, Bill Majko, Keith Willis, Aden Bredensteiner, Julie Craig, A C Fairbrother, Thomas Fanning, Judy Hormann, Karen Konopacki, James Macklin, Karen McCallan, Katherine McMenamy, Elizabeth Otto, 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 informa on, call Arlene at 284 3811 or email sullivanhall@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org www.facebook.com/shsullivanhall Thank you to all who have been recycling aluminum cans. This is now a project of Boy Scout Troop 309, who will be using the profit to fund Scout projects and ac vi es. Please no n cans, boxes or plas c bo les!