April 24, 2016 - Sacred Heart Church

April 24, 2016
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
10800 HENDERSON RD., VENTURA, CA 93004
(805) 647-3235; FAX (805) 647-8087
Visit us on the WEB at: www.sacredheartventura.org
Email us at: [email protected]
Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday 8:30AM - 2PM & Sunday 7:30AM - 11:45AM
SACRED HEART SCHOOL
10770 Henderson Rd., Ventura, CA 93004 (805) 647-6174
OUR SHARED MISSION
We are called to be an unconditionally loving
and welcoming community.
We have been called by our Baptism, into the body of
Christ, and we celebrate our relationship in Word,
Sacrament, and family celebration.
Rev. John Vogel, Administrator
Rev. Carlos Macias, LC, Associate Pastor
Rev. Daniel O’Sullivan, Pastor Emeritus
Deacon John Barry
Deacon Fernando Flores
Deacon Phil Conforti
Deacon Humberto Guzman
BAPTISMS: Parents & godparents are required to
attend a class focused on their responsibilities & the
meaning of the Sacrament prior to the ceremony.
Classes are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Call the parish office to set an appointment. After the
initial interview the office will call you to schedule the
class and the Baptism.
MARRIAGES/QUINCEAÑERAS: They need to be
arranged at least six months prior by calling the parish
office & scheduling an appointment with a priest or
deacon.
VOCATIONS: If you think that God might be calling
you to serve God as a priest, a brother, or sister
contact: Fr. John Love at (805) 968-1078 or
[email protected].
UPCOMING AT SACRED HEART
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Religious Education First Communion
Bundle Sunday
May Procession & Crowning
Mother’s Day - Parish Office Closed
Altar Server Training Begins
Apr 30
May 1
May 1
May 8
May 9
Vivian Nichols, Business Manager
Karen Oishi, Office Manager
Marion Inglis, Bulletin Editor
Aurora Gonzales, Secretary
Sr. Margaret Mary, SND, DRE
Justin Wilburn, Youth Ministry
Christine Benner, Principal
Don Mulville, Maintenance; Sp. Events Coord.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
(SERVICIOS RELIGIOSOS)
WEEKEND EUCHARIST:
Saturday and Eves of Holy Days: 5:30 p.m.
Sundays: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m.
12:00 noon (Español), and 5:30 p.m.
DAILY MASS SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday: 7:00, 8:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m.
CONFESSION SCHEDULE:
Friday: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
DEVOTIONS
Morning Prayer: Monday - Friday 6:40 am, 8:15 am
Rosary: Monday—Friday 6:25 am 9:00 am
Saturday 6:00 am
Sunday 7:00am
Holy Hour: Friday 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
First & last Friday of the Month 7-8 p.m.
(Español)
Divine Mercy Chaplet & Rosary: Friday 3 p.m.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
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“Unconditionally Pro-Life, Pro-Family”
Fifth Sunday of Easter
April 24, 2016
“Behold, God’s dwelling is with the human race.”
— Revelation 21:3
Reflections by Fr. Carlos
Dear Brothers and sisters,
I want to share with you two simple rules of St.
Ignatius of Loyola for discernment of spirit, knowing
when God speaks to our soul.
Consolation and Desolation. The feelings stirred
up by good and evil spirits are called “consolation” and
“desolation” in the language of Ignatian spirituality.
Spiritual consolation is an experience of being so
on fire with God’s love that we feel impelled to praise,
love, and serve God and help others as best as we
can. Spiritual consolation encourages and facilitates a
deep sense of gratitude for God’s faithfulness, mercy,
and companionship in our life. In consolation, we feel
more alive and connected to others.
Spiritual desolation, in contrast, is an experience of
the soul in heavy darkness or turmoil. We are
assaulted by all sorts of doubts, bombarded by
temptations, and mired in self-preoccupations. We are
excessively restless and anxious and feel cut off from
others. Such feelings, in Ignatius’s words, “move one
toward lack of faith and leave one without hope and
without love.”
The key question in interpreting consolation and
desolation is: where is the movement coming from
and where is it leading me? Spiritual consolation does
not always mean happiness. Spiritual desolation does
not always mean sadness. Sometimes an experience
of sadness is a moment of conversion and intimacy
with God. Times of human suffering can be moments
of great grace. Similarly, peace or happiness can be
illusory if these feelings are helping us avoid changes
we need to make.
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Paul and Barnabas continue their
travels, spreading the faith and unifying the churches
(Acts 14:21-27).
Psalm — I will praise your name for ever, my king
and my God (Psalm 145).
Second Reading — John’s vision of God dwelling
with the human race (Revelation 21:1-5a).
Gospel — As Jesus has loved us, so we must love
one another (John 13:31-33a, 34-35).
SACRED HEART 50TH ANNIVERSARY UPDATE
Save the date: Sunday, September 4, 2016! Mass
will be celebrated by Archbishop Jose Gomez,
concelebrated with our regional Bishop Robert Barron.
After Mass there will be a community celebration with
food & entertainment! All are invited to help make this a
wonderful church community event. We are looking for
the memories & wisdom of our long time parishioners
along with the energy & fresh ideas from the younger
generation.
Fr. Carlos has established a committee to organize
our 50th anniversary celebration. If you would like to help
on one of the following sub committees, please contact
Karen at the parish office Mon – Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30
p.m. (805) 647-3235 Ext. 301.
• Promotion – Getting the word out to our parishioners,
creating posters, e-mailing bulletin articles & pulpit
announcements to parish office, sending website
information to the parish office to be uploaded on the
website, etc.
• After Mass Celebration – plan & organize food & drink
booths, plan & organize entertainment, set-up & teardown.
ALTAR SERVER TRAINING
Experience the joy, dignity, and blessings of serving the Lord at the holy sacrifice of the Mass during the
weekend services and other liturgical celebrations by becoming an altar server.
Sacred Heart Church invites all students who have made their First Communion and are registered
members of our parish to participate in an Altar Server Training program that will begin on Monday, May
9th through Thursday, May 12th from 3:15 - 5:15 PM in the church. You will be trained to work with
other ministers who faithfully serve our parish priests as they celebrate the weekend Masses and other liturgical
celebrations.
Please pick up an application at the parish office, school office, or religious education office. Contact Sandie
Dominguez for further information at 805- 525-0010.
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Youth Ministry News
Can you believe it? We now have 44 newly
confirmed teens here at our parish! It has been a
wonderful and amazing 2 years with these teens.
Our prayers are with them as they continue in their
faith journey and live out their lives as Confirmed
Catholics!
Congratulations to our newly Confirmed:
Adan Andrade
Lucas Hoyt
Manuel Angel Andrade
Sofia Magallon
Michelle Aragon
Daniel Magdaleno
Janelle Arguelles
Jose Morones
Jacob Baldonado
Isabella Olivares
Ana Casas
Evan Palmisano
Daniel Conchas
Jacob Perez
Grace Connolly
Julie Perez
Rosa Deciga
Tiffany Radford
Samuel Dominguez
Mattheus Ramirez
Aaron Dufresne
Gabriela Ramirez
Destinee Estrada
Justin Rios
Desiree Estrada
Ryan Rios
John Paul Evangelista
Esteban Rodriguez
John Patrick Evangelista
Ivan Rodriguez
Justin Franckowiak
Alexia Roman
Angel Frutos
Arianne J Sacro
Jessica Frutos
Christian Sandoval
Madeline Gama
Jacob Scott
Juan Gaytan
Adam Stickles
Aaron Gonzales
Paulina Tadeo
Jose Herrera
Rodolfo Vitela
MOTHER’S DAY NOVENA ENVELOPES
Mother’s Day Novena envelopes will be
available in the pews next weekend. Please
take an envelope only if you wish to include
your mother living or deceased in the special
Novena Masses. Please return the donation envelope
the following Sunday in the collection basket or parish
office mail slot.
Mother’s Day Novena cards are available in the
parish office.
INTERESTED IN HELPING ENGAGED COUPLES?
Hosting a Marriage Preparation One Day Program at
Sacred Heart Church three times a year is a wonderful
way to assist the newly engaged as they learn more
about themselves and their church.
What is needed:
♥ Purchase coffee & morning snacks.
♥ Gathering supplies & setting up the hall.
♥ Clean up the hall after the Program.
Training will be provided. Coordinator(s) receive a
stipend for each session. If you are interested please
call Marion at: 805.647.3235 Ext. 304.
Sr. Margaret Mary
E-Mail: [email protected]
Congratulations to the children who will be
receiving their First Communion on April 30th.
Xavier N. Aguinaga
Isis M. Mares
Andrea Alamillo
Janessa R. Mares
Genevieve C. Avila
Andrea Martinez
Sebastian A. Barraza
Bryan A. Martinez
Nathan A. Basilio
Madison Melgoza
Adan R. Bazaldua
Camila Moreno
Emily Carriedo
David Diego Najera
Samantha G. Coria
Maya A. Najera
Sebastian Coria
William L. Palmisano
Meztli De Pro
Miranda P. Diaz
Jaime J. Garcia
Joshua Garca Reyes
Samuel Guarin
Brandon R. Rodriguez
Natasha C. Guerra
Desirae M. Torres
Alijah R. Hernandez
Valentina S. Sanchez
Giselle Hernandez
Brandon M. Tarleton
Sergio I. Hernandez
Zoe A. Tarleton
Andrew N. Ibarra
Emely Torres
Oscar D. Ibarra
Viviana V. Vasquez
Alexander R. Lemos
Tomas S. Vergil
Maya C. Luquin
Zachary N. Villicana
Malia L. Maldonado
Sacred Heart
School News
[email protected]
SCRIP
Give mom a little special something this Mother's Day
with a gift card to her favorite place. We offer a wide
variety of stores and restaurants-something for every
mother!
Call l the scrip office to place your order or inquire
about available vendors, 647-0713 or email:
scrip@ sacredheartschoolventura.org.
Thank you for supporting Sacred Heart School!
FOOD PANTRY
Next Sunday, May 1st is the first
Sunday of the month. Please bring your
non-perishable food items and place
them in the red bins located outside the
church doors.
Through your generosity Sacred Heart parishioners
have been a great help to the many hungry families in
our area. Thank you for your continued support.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Every Friday
Friday 9 a.m. — Saturday 8:30 a.m.
We should consider those moments spent before the
Blessed Sacrament as the happiest of our lives.
(St. John Vianney)
If you would like to make an hour beginning on Friday
after 8:30 AM Mass please call Sally at 647-2918.
This week’s vocal Holy Hour is in Spanish @ 7p.m.
EUCHARISTIC APOSTLES OF DIVINE MERCY
The Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy will have
religious articles (rosaries, holy medals, etc.) available
for a donation next Sunday, May 1st. Please come
by and check gifts for baptisms, first communion,
birthdays and other occasions.
MAY PROCESSION & CROWNING
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2016
“Let the entire body of the Faithful pour
forth persevering prayer to the Mother
of God and the Mother of men. Let
them implore that she who aided the
beginnings of the Church by her prayers
may now, exalted as she is in Heaven
above all the Angels and Saints,
intercede with her Son in the fellowship
of all the saints”!
~Lumen Gentium – Vatican
May is the month of Mary. Please join us to pray for
peace, in our annual May Procession. We will line up at
10AM beside Biedermann Hall and process to the
Church, praying the rosary in English & Spanish. The
statue of Mary will be placed in the Church and the
crowning will take place after the homily.
For information call Marie at 647-6150 or Janet at
212-1070.
BUNDLE SUNDAY
On May 1st our Parish is having
a Bundle Sunday for the Society of
St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores.
Please bring your usable clothing
and useable household items on this
day. Their truck will be here at our church. Please help
them in their endless efforts to assist the needy. They
are in great need of furniture and large appliances.
Please phone (800) 974-3571 for free pick up of large
items.
Intenciones de la Semana
(†)Deceased
(-)Intentions
Sunday, April 24
5:30 pm (Sat) † Maria Thin Nguyen
7:30 am
† Shirlely Hargarten
9:00 am
† Deceased members of KofC
10:30 am
- Adrian Olivares
12:00 pm
- Parishioners of Sacred Heart
5:30 pm
- Justin Wilburn
Monday, April 25
7:00 am
† Jean Porter
8:30 am
† Michael Luciw
Tuesday, April 26
7:00 am
- Mary La Wande
8:30 am
† Gabriel & Maria Navarro
Wednesday, April 27
7:00 am
† Jack Rogers
8:30 am
† Albert & Cecelia Miele
Thursday, April 28
7:00 am
† Guadalupe Perez
8:30 am
- Cristina Zakis
Friday, April 29
7:00 am
† Chuck Ratigan
8:30 am
- Joseph La Pianna
Saturday, April 30
8:30 am
- Patricia Seiber
INTERCESSIONS
PLEASE PRAY FOR….
The Sick of our Parish — Enfermos de Nuestra
Parroquia: Richard Schafer
Died in Christ — Murio en Cristo: Rene Denteria, Iris
Baumann
WEEKLY COLLECTION
SUNDAY, April 17, 2016 COLLECTION
Parish Support:$13,658.64
School Support:$267.00
Capital Improvements:$835.00
SVdP:$167.00
Children’s Env:$35.00
Misc:$1,264.41
TOTAL COLLECTION: $16,227.05
Thank you for your continued support!
WORDS OF WISDOM…
“Don’t make a permanent decision for your temporary emotion.”
~Unknown
April 24, 2016
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MISA DEL MEDIODÍA, 12 P.M.
Reflexiones del Padre Carlos
Queridos hermanos. Quiero invitarles a que reflexionemos este pasaje de la espiritualidad ignaciana sobre
el “discernimiento de espíritus”, en pocas palabras se trata de conocer cuándo Dios actúa o no en nuestra alma.
El Discernimiento Ignaciano. Para San Ignacio, el discernimiento de espíritus es un proceso cuyo fin es elegir,
en oración, entre caminos buenos, solamente lo que más conduce al servicio y alabanza de nuestro Señor, y a
nuestra salvación. El discernimiento supone el Principio y Fundamento ignaciano, la indiferencia frente a la vida
larga o vida corta, honor o deshonor. Se discierne los espíritus sin cargar la balanza.
El principio y fundamento según San Ignacio es alabar, hacer reverencia y servir a Dios nuestro Señor, y
mediante esto salvar su ánima; y las otras cosas sobre la haz de la tierra son creadas para el hombre y para que le
ayuden en la prosecución del fin para que es criado. De donde se sigue que el hombre tanto ha de usar de ellas,
cuanto le ayuden para su fin, y tanto debe quitarse de ellas, cuanto para ello le impiden. Por lo cual es necesario
hacernos indiferentes a todas las cosas criadas, en todo lo que es concedido a la libertad de nuestro libre albedrío y
no le está prohibido; en tal manera que no queramos de nuestra parte más salud que enfermedad, riqueza que
pobreza, honor que deshonor, vida larga que corta, y por consiguiente en todo lo demás; solamente deseando y
eligiendo lo que más nos conduce para el fin que somos criados.
Si bien esta es la “razón de ser” de todas las criaturas, cada uno posee un principio y fundamento personal, una
misión a la cual cada uno a sido llamado y que sólo uno puede llevar a buen término. El discernimiento que se da en
una primera aproximación a los ejercicios espirituales de San Ignacio nos ayuda a ponerle “cuerpo” a esta misión
personal, a definir que es para nosotros alabar, hacer reverencia y servir.
El sujeto escoge un camino en libertad. Dios llama, con amor, y el sujeto responde, por amor. El Señor respeta la
autonomía del sujeto, pues, el amor no se hace a la fuerza. Al mismo tiempo, el sujeto opta libremente cuando sus
deseos no son condicionados por sus apegos a cosas mundanas, cuando puede entregarse generosamente a la
voluntad del Señor. Por eso, el discernimiento requiere un gran desprendimiento de las cosas creadas.
DISPENSARIO DE COMIDA
NOVENA DEL DÍA DE LAS MADRES
El próximo domingo 1 de Mayo es el primer
domingo del mes. Por favor recuerden de traer comida
enlatada para los necesitados y ponerlas en los
barriles rojos situados afuera de las puertas de la
iglesia.
Gracias a su generosidad hemos podido ayudar a
muchas familias necesitadas.
El próximo domingo habran sobres disponibles
al final de las bancas para las novenas
dedicadas al Día de las Madres. Estos sobres son
solamente para aquellas personas que desean incluir el
nombre de su madre (viva o fallecida) en las misas de
novena. Por favor de regresar el sobre con su donación
el siguente domingo.
HORA SANTA
El 29 de Abril es el ultimo viernes del mes. La Hora Santa es a las 7p.m. en español para la Espiritualidad.
FAITH-SHARING FOR THE YEAR OF MERCY
VENTURA COUNTY CATHOLICS:
God’s boundless mercy has become the recurring
theme of Pope Francis’ preaching and teaching. He
has called for a Year of Mercy beginning December 8,
2015 and running until November 20, 2016. These
faith-sharing experiences (based on the book The
Holy Year of Mercy: A Faith Sharing Guide) will
provide an opportunity to participate in the holy year in
a meaningful way. Join Sister Marie Paul Grech on
Thursday, April 28, at 10:00 AM or 7:00 PM at Notre
Dame Center (1776 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand
Oaks). Please RSVP to Sister Marie Paul Grech at
[email protected].
Come & join us for the annual
WALK TO THE CROSS WITH HOLY MASS
Saturday, May 7th
7:30 A.M. Rosary Walk begins in the garden at
San Buenaventura Mission
8:15 A.M. Mass celebrated at the Cross Grant Park
Refreshments served following Holy Mass
Worldwide Marriage Encounter is a Roman Catholic
organization serving in over 90 countries in a multitude
of languages. For the next Marriage Encounter
Weekend call Jeanine and Russ Walker at 805648-4244 or go online at www.twocanlove.org.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
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LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
SACRED HEART PARISH OFFICES
SACRED HEART SCHOOL:
Christine Benner, Principal
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE:
Sister Margaret Mary Scott, S.N.D., Director
HISPANIC MINISTRY (Ministerio Hispano):
Deacon Fernando Flores, Director
YOUTH MINISTRY:
Justin Wilburn
PLANT MANAGER:
(Cell)
Don Mulville
SCRIP OFFICE:
Shaune Ramirez
647-6174
647-3235
Ext. 306
647-3235
Ext. 311
647-3235
Ext. 313
797-4474
647-0713
ORGANIZATIONS
BIBLE STUDY
BOY SCOUTS
Bob Camarillo
BLUE ARMY OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA
Huguette Johnston
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP
Blanca Macias
CUB SCOUTS
Therese Palmisano
DETENTION MINISTRY
Rick Goulette
EUCHARISTIC APOSTLES OF DIVINE MERCY
Bob & Zaida Worthley
Vicky Spicer (Divina Misericordia)
FAMILY TO FAMILY
Nita Perkins
FINANCE COUNCIL
Cindy Fanning
GUADALUPANAS
Amelia Mijares
HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE
Patrick Manning
ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION
Carol Eller
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Joe Barajas, Grand Knight
PARENT TEACHER COUNCIL
Anna Jordon, President
POLISH COMMUNITY
Ed Osiadacz
RESPECT LIFE
Wilhelmina Stoll
SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN
Liz Hoffman
SENIOR ASSISTANCE
Barbara Rodriguez
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Person on call
WELCOMING MINISTRY
Dcn. John Barry
JOVENES ADULTOS PARA CRISTO
647-3235
377-7840
620-0958
647-9385
ALTAR SERVERS MINISTRY:
Sandie Dominguez
EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR:
Fred Baskin
INFANT BAPTISMS:
Dcn. Phil Conforti
LECTOR COORDINATOR:
Joann Abing
LITURGY COORDINATOR:
MARRIAGE COORDINATOR:
Carmen Gomez Lee
MINISTRY TO THE SICK:
Sandie Dominguez, Facilitator
USHERS MINISTRY:
Joe Lee
MUSIC COORDINATOR:
Sarah Hardcastle
CHILDREN’S CHOIR:
Katie Manning
R.C.I.A. ADULT ED:
647-3086
202-9555
650-8557
659-3839
647-1609
647-3206
659-2255
797-2298
647-6174
LECTORES:
Jose Cancino
MINISTROS DE EUCARISTIA:
Maria Lopez
Roberto Sanchez
UJIERES:
José Arambula
SERVIDORES DEL ALTAR:
Alicia Mendez
MINISTERIO DE MUSICA:
Dcn. Fernando Flores
CORO:
Hector Reyes
BAUTIZOS:
Dcn. Fernando Flores
RICA (Iniciación Cristiana):
Rosa Flores
659-3751
647-1842
216-2787
794-3623
889-3376
(Young Adults for Christ)
Gabriel Rodriguez, Coordinator
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website: www.sacredheartventura.org.
Please email all bulletin announcements by Fridays
at 5 p.m. (10 days before bulletin is distributed) to
[email protected].
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If you are new in our Parish Community, in Jesus’
name we welcome you and hope along with us you will
experience the touch of Jesus. If you have a new
address or phone number please complete this form
and place it in the collection basket or return it to the
parish office so we can stay connected. The parish
needs you; be counted.
NAME
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