May 8, 2016

Welcome to the Parish Community of
Sacred Heart
Church illustration
by Sheri George
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FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK
I want to wish a happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers of our parish community. The sacrifices you
make each day for your children are a witness to your love and faithfulness each day. On this special
day we ask God’s blessing to come upon our mothers and all those who have been like mothers to us
throughout our lives. “Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children so you watch
over your Church. Bless these women, that they may be strengthened as Christian mothers. Let the
example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters may honor them
always with a spirit of profound respect. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen!”
MAY 8, 2016
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7TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
WELCOME
Welcome to all our visitors, newcomers and parishioners!!
If you are new to our faith community and are interested in becoming a member of
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, please stop by the Parish Office or call 225-6414,
for a New Member Packet. We have programs and activities available for everyone.
We offer RCIA for adults who wish to become Catholic. The names of the pastoral
staff members, committee members and ministry chairperson, and their phone
numbers are listed on this page.
SACRED HEART PASTORAL STAFF
Pastoral staff members are available to help parishioners when they are
celebrating the good times or hurting during times of crisis. Consider
contacting the following pastoral staff members to help you through a
difficult time.
FR. CHRIS HARTSHORN, PASTOR
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 310
FR. LUIS MEJIA, PAROCHIAL VICAR
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 313
SACRED HEART PARISH STAFF
Rev. Mr. Ron Myers, Deacon 226-8466
Rev. Mr. Randy Horn, Deacon 224-1113
Nancy Carlson, RN, Parish Nurse
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 315
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Sheila Hancock, Director of Music/Worship & Wedding Coordinator
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 318
Casey Conner, RCIA Director
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 309
Deanna Lane, Youth Ministry Director
[email protected] 225-0546
Rosario Manzano, Hispanic Ministry Coordinator
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 304
Loralee Chase, Family Ministry
[email protected] 225-6414, ext. 309
Kayla Richer, Children’s Faith Formation Director
[email protected] 225-6414, Ext. 319
SACRED HEART SCHOOL STAFF
Jane Kinney, Principal
[email protected] 223-1284, Ext. 142
Mary Jo Kever, Vice Principal
[email protected] 223-1284, Ext. 140
VISIT US ON THE WEB AT: www.sacredheartwdm.org
WEBMASTER:
[email protected]
WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday ....................................................................... 4:00 pm
Sunday ................... 8:00, 9:30, 11:15 am; 1pm Spanish Mass
Daily Mass ........................ Monday through Friday 8:00 am
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturday .................................................. 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Parish Office ..................Phone: 225-6414 Fax: 225-0286
School......................................................................... 223-1284
Children’s Faith Formation..................................... 225-6414
Youth Ministry .........................................................225-0546
Sunday Faith Formation Preschool....................... 225-6414
Parish Center Scheduling ....................................... 225-6414
Weekday Preschool ................................................. 226-2146
Sacred Heart Plus. ..................................................226-9662
www.sacredheartwdm.org
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Registered and participating members of the Parish, contact the
Parish Office to register for required Baptism Classes. Parents are
asked to call before the birth of their child.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Registered and participating members of the Parish, contact
the Parish Office six months, or more, in advance.
Preparation classes are required.
NEWCOMERS
Please register by phone, or in person, at the Parish Office between
8:00 am and 3:30 pm. For address changes, or if leaving the parish,
please call the Parish Office at 225-6414.
COMMITTEE & MINISTRY CHAIRPERSONS
Art & Environment ................................ Pam Douglas, 224-0032
Board of Religious/Academic
Education ............................................Chris Wilson, 480-5472
Tara Nelson, 991-4432
Children’s Liturgy of the
Word Coordinator …………………………….… Mary Zug, 225-6414
SCRIP ................................................ Barb Horvath, 327-9489
Angela Lawler, 225-6604
Knights of Columbus....................................Bill Wieland, 321-7980
Prayer Line ............................. Wynanda Ferguson, 225-7200
[email protected]
St. Vincent de Paul .............................. Rita Dette, 223-6095
Teresa Kordick, 224-9274
Women’s Guild ...................................... Barb Baker, 339-1561
Pastoral Council .................................Dave Shinkle, 244-6821
Young Adult Director …………….…....Jennifer Leon 225-6414
[email protected]
BULLETIN DEADLINES: log onto our web site
for information about deadlines and submission
guidelines.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Sacred Heart Parish is to be the spiritual focal point for the Catholic Christian community in our portion of the Diocese of Des
Moines. This community:
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Believes and proclaims that Jesus Christ is Lord;
Calls its people to experience and put into practice the love of Jesus Christ;
Draws its people into the social and spiritual life of the parish so that each has a sense of belonging;
Seeks to help its members take on the "mind of Christ" through prayer, study and worship;
Uses and returns the gifts and talents God has given; Is itself a sign calling its members to hear and respond in ministry to the spiritual and
temporal needs of people within the parish and beyond.
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HEALTH, HEALING & WHOLENESS - PARISH NURSING
If I can be of assistance to you or a loved one on any faith and/or health
concerns, please contact me. I have many resources to share with you.
~Nancy Carlson, RN
[email protected]
CELEBRATING OUR MOMS
May the joy you bring to others,
the kindness you show to others,
the love you give to others,
return to you this Mother’s Day…and everyday.
God Bless all our Moms!
MAY IS NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH MONTH: For more than 50 years May has been National Mental Health Month, a time
to focus the nation’s attention on promoting mental health and improving access to treatment for people with mental illness. This
year, take the Stigma Free Pledge; learn about Mental Health issues, take action on Mental Health issues, see the person and not
the Illness.
CRISIS SERVICES IN POLK COUNTY:
 Mobile Crisis Response Team: Emergency Calls: 911-6:30 AM-2:30 AM; Non-Emergency Calls: 515-564-5742
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Crisis Stabilization Center-Transitional housing up to 90 days can only be accessed through the Crisis Observation Center on a
referral basis-1212 E. McKinley Avenue, Des Moines, 515-777-1972
Broadlawns Crisis Team: Mental health professionals on duty 24/7 for responding to mental health emergencies.515-282-5752
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING THIS WEEKEND AFTER MASSES-STOP BY& SEE US!
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: The next Prayer Shawl meeting will be on Monday, May 23rd from 6:30-8 PM.
 ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL UPDATE
We have surpassed $200,000 in pledges and one-time gifts. Thank you!!
We are less than $47,000 from our assessment. If you haven't made your
pledge yet, please do so. There are extra pledge cards in the gathering
space and at the north and south doors. You can also call the parish office
for assistance. To make your gift via credit card or direct debit to your
bank account, please visit dmdiocese.thankyou4caring.org to make a direct
donation. Together we can do this. A gift to the Annual Diocesan Appeal is
a gift to Sacred Heart.
THROUGH THE WATERS OF BAPTISM
WE WELCOME INTO OUR SACRED
HEART FAITH COMMUNITY
Sophia Marie Freund
Daughter of Andrew & Maria Freund
Ashley Nicolle Hernandez Sarceño
Daughter of Miguel Hernandez and Meris Sarceño
REFLECTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Step One: Listen to the Word
As you hear this reading, what words or phrases strike
you? What in this reading touches your heart? What lingers in your memory?
Step Two: Look into Your Life
Jesus tells us He is always with us. Name a time this past
week when you knew that God was with you in a special way.
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to
the families of the following …
Gus Duane
Brother of parishioner Eileen Hickey
Tim Bowman
Brother of parishioner Steve Bowman
...God grant them eternal rest
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YOUTH MINISTRY “SMASH”
CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION “CFF”
Student Ministry at Sacred Heart offers
spiritual, service and social opportunities to
teens in grades 9-12.
Contact Deanna
Lane, Director of Youth Ministry, for more
information
at
225-0546
or
[email protected].
SUMMER SMASH: Programming for the current school year is
winding down, but Student Ministry at Sacred Heart will still be
active throughout the summer. A group of 19 youth and chaperones
will be traveling to the Diocese of Brownsville in south Texas in June
to help with home repair and neighborhood revitalization in the
poorest diocese in the U.S. In July, a group of teens will be joining
thousands of other young Catholics at the Steubenville Summer
Conference in Springfield, MO to celebrate and go deeper into their
faith.
Finally, there will be various local service opportunities offered
throughout the summer. We are excited to partner with Courage
League Sports once again to provide buddies to the special needs
children that participate in their summer camps. Watch your email
and the bulletin for dates and registration information on these
events.
CONFIRMATION 2016: The 2016 Confirmation prep class has
completed sessions for this spring and will start back up in the fall.
The final required sessions are:
 Wed., Sept. 7, 6:30-8:00 pm Class (Candidates only)
 Wed., Oct. 5, 6:30-8:00 pm Class & Rehearsal (Candidate and a
parent plus sponsor if available)
 Sun., Oct. 9, 4:00 pm Confirmation Mass for last names A-J
 Sun., Oct. 16, 4:00 pm Confirmation Mass for last names K-Z
CONFIRMATION 2017: Registration is now open for those who
wish to begin preparation for Confirmation in 2017. Confirmation
prep class is for teens in 9th grade or higher in the 2016-17 school
year who have been enrolled in CFF or Catholic school through 8 th
grade or have completed a “High School Start-Up Class”. Visit
www.sacredheartwdm.org for more details.
GIFT—GROWING IN FAITH TOGETHER
ADULT FAITH FORMATION TEAM
MAY IS THE MONTH WE DEDICATE TO MARY!
We have stocked our Lighthouse CD Kiosk in honor of Mary for the
month of May. We offer a variety of talks on CD from famous
Catholic speakers all about our Blessed Mother. These are perfect
for long commutes, road trips or meditation time. We also have
booklets for your reading pleasure on Our Lady Untier of Knots,
Guadalupe and Fatima. Suggested Donation for CD’s = $4, booklets =
$2. For your convenience, the kiosk will be in the gathering space
until June 1.
Reminder: MAGNA 24 meets Monday May 9, 7pm in the library.
Please bring your Magnificat. The Bishop Barron Catholicism video
series continues until May 19. Thursday 9am in the conference room.
Drop in any Thursday! Bring a friend, all are welcome.
Kayla Richer, Director
[email protected]
Debbie Chalik, Coordinator
[email protected]
Marcia Schaul, Office Associate
[email protected]
Register NOW for Sunday Preschool, Wednesday CFF and 2017
Confirmation. It’s time to register for the fall! Please go to the home
page of our web site at: www.sacredheartwdm.org and watch the
scrolling banner for the link (Sunday Preschool = daisies; Wednesday
CFF = praying First Eucharist girl; Confirmation = a family with the
Bishop). There are separate on-line registration forms for all three
programs.
Even if you attended last year, please register by June 30! Please call
our office if you have questions!
RCIA—RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
BECOMING CATHOLIC…WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE AN RCIA
SPONSOR? Our goal for our candidates who are interested in becoming
Catholic is threefold: to help our candidates become faithful disciples
of Jesus Christ; to help them understand the teachings of the Catholic
Church and what it means to be Catholic; and finally, to welcome them
and help them incorporate into the parish life of Sacred Heart. In
order to further this third goal, we would like to have our parishioners
who feel they have the gift of encouragement and listening and a
willingness to share their faith consider volunteering to be an RCIA
sponsor.
What does an RCIA sponsor do? A sponsor would commit to walking
this journey with their candidate, which could take less than a year, or it
could take up to two years, depending on the readiness of the candidate.
They would ideally meet with their candidate once or twice a month and
introduce them to other parishioners, invite them to attend Mass with
their family, and help them get to know our parish and its activities. You
would want to attend our Sunday night RCIA sessions periodically, but
wouldn’t be required to come to all of them. Basically, the sponsor is
someone who would be a companion of faith on the journey into the
Catholic Church. Someone may or may not be contacted to be a sponsor
right away, depending on the number of sponsors and candidates we
have.
Who can be an RCIA sponsor? An RCIA sponsor must be at least
sixteen years of age; must be fully initiated into the Catholic Church
(i.e., have been validly baptized, received eucharist and confirmation in
the Catholic Church); and must be living a life of faith (e.g., if married,
must be validly married according to the laws of the Catholic Church and
be a good spiritual role model by celebrating the sacraments regularly).
I’d like to learn more! What do I do next? If you are interested in
learning more about this important ministry, please contact Casey Conner
at [email protected] or 515-225-6414 ext. 309.
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HAPPY MOTHER’S
DAY WEEKEND
NEWS
Next weekend, Sunday May 15, is the season finale of our fabulous
Sunday morning Pancake breakfasts. Please join us on Sunday, May
17, in the parish center anytime between 8:30 and 11:00. Support
our future seminarians with a free will offering and join your fellow
parishioners for our final breakfast until next September.
At our April business meeting we approved a gift of $1,000 towards
a new Habitat for Humanity home being built this summer.
Additional parish resources will be needed to complete this home.
Please give of your time, talent and/or treasure when the
opportunity arises. This is a great parish-wide project where almost
everyone can participate in some form.
SATURDAY/SUNDAY, May 14/15
“KNIGHT’S CORNER”
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #9632
4:00 PM
Servers: Megan Schwarte, Jennifer Sweeney,
John Logsdon
Lectors: Tom Pflanz, Mary Brackett, Brian Sweeney
8:00 AM
Servers: Gabriel Cook, Logan Ingraham,
Zuzia Wheeler
Lectors: JoAnn Fischer, Bill Cook, Gosia Wheeler
9:30 AM
Servers: Stephen Cahalan, Ciara Haase, John Cahalan
Lectors: Gabrielle Cahalan, Charlie Schumacher, RCIA
11:15 AM
Servers: Nick Bindel, Elise Carver, Grace Kelly
Lectors: Shelby Lane, Susan Pinneke, Thomas Yetmar
Join the Knights at Sacred Heart
Later this month we’re having a new member installation. Before you
say “not for me,” visit our website (address below). See why over
200 of your fellow Sacred Heart men have chosen to join the
knights. Contact information can be found on the website if you still
have questions. Monday evening, May 16, is the next opportunity to
join our great council at Sacred Heart Parish.
CALENDAR
MAY
May 15, Sunday: FINAL pancake breakfast until next fall
May 16, Monday: Monthly business meeting with new member
installation
May 19-21: Concessions at girl and boy’s state high school track
meet, Drake Stadium
www.sacredheartwdmkofc.org
Sat.
May 7
4:00 pm
Raymond & Cecilia Wika
Sun.
May 8
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:15 am
1:00 pm
Bill & Josephine Norkaitis
Margaret Killeen
Chuck Celsi
Sacred Heart Parishioners
Mon.
May 9
8:00 am
Leo (LJ) Green
Tues.
May 10
8:00 am
Esperanza Valdez
Wed.
May 11
8:00 am
Leo Morman
Thurs.
May 12
8:00 am
Mark Mulvihill
Fri.
May 13
8:00 am
Roberto Chavez
Sat.
May 14
4:00 pm
Ramona Rocha
Sun.
May 15
8:00 am
9:30 am
11:15 am
1:00 pm
Kathy Sonntag
Ina Jean Kordick
Joe Burch, Jr.
Sacred Heart Parishioners
Readings for the Week of May 8
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Next Sunday:
Acts 7:55-60/Ps 97:1-2, 6-7, 9/Rv 22:12-14, 16-17,
20/Jn 17:20-26
Acts 19:1-8/Ps 68:2-7/Jn 16:29-33
Acts 20:17-27/Ps 68:10-11, 20-21/Jn 17:1-11a
Acts 20:28-38/Ps 68:29-30, 33-36/Jn 17:11b-19
Acts 22:30; 23:6-11/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/Jn 17:20-26
Acts 25:13b-21/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20/Jn 21:15-19
Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Ps 113:1-8/Jn 15:9-17
Acts 2:1-11/Ps 104:1, 24, 29-31, 34/Rom 8:8-17 or
1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13/Jn 14:15-16, 23b-26 or
Jn 20:19-23
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“RINCÓN DE LOS CABALLEROS”
CABALLEROS DE COLON CONSEJO #9632
Felíz Día de la Madres
NOTICIAS
El próximo fin de semana, el Domingo 15 de Mayo tenemos nuestro último
desayuno con panqueques en el Salón Parroquial desde las 8:30 am a las
11:0 am. Vengan y su contribución voluntaria ayudará a los futuros
seminaristas. Este será nuestro último desayuno con panqueques,
regresaremos en Setiembre.
En nuestra reunión de Abril fue aprobada la cantidad de $1,000 para
construir una casa este verano de la organización “Habitat for
Humanity”. Recursos adicionales de la parroquia se necesitarán para
construir esta casa. Por favor donen su tiempo y talentos cuando tengan
la oportunidad de contribuir. Este es un proyecto de toda la parroquia
donde todos podemos participar.
Únanse a los Caballeros de Colón del Sagrado Corazón
 ADULT MISSION TRIP TO HAITI
Have you ever wanted to go on a mission trip? Have you sent your kids
on a mission and secretly wished you were going along?
An upcoming mission to Haiti for adults is set for October 30 November 5. We’ll be working with Mother Teresa’s order, The
Missionaries of Charity, in two of their facilities, an orphanage and the
Hospital For the Dying, as well as in a parish. We will be led by a priest
and celebrate Mass each day.
Cost is $750 for registration,
accommodations and all meals. Airfare is additional.
Contact Marilyn Lane at [email protected] for more information
about this unique opportunity.
Are You Being Called to Make a Difference?
 MEMORIAL DAY MASS AT GLENDALE
CEMETERY
The tradition of a Mass on Memorial Day at Glendale Cemetery will
continue this year. The Mass is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. on
Monday, May 30. If inclement weather becomes a factor, the Mass
will be moved to St. Theresa Church at the corner of Merle Hay Road
and University Avenue and will begin at 10:15 a.m. We hope many can
join us for this prayerful remembrance of all of those who have died.
Al fin del mes tendremos la instalación de nuevos miembros. Antes de
que digan “esto no es para mí” visiten la página de internet
www.sacredheartwdmkofc.org y verán porque más de 200 miembros del
Sagrado Corazón son miembros. El lunes 16 de Mayo en la noche será la
siguiente oportunidad para unirse al consejo de los Caballeros de Colon.
CALENDARIO
MAYO
Domingo 15 de Mayo: El ÚLTIMO domingo de panqueques hasta el Otoño.
Del 19 al 21 de Mayo: Trabajo en los puestos de concesiones durante las
carreras estatales de los jóvenes de la Secundaria en el estadio de
Drake.
www.sacredheartwdmkofc.org
El libro de los números nos dice "El Señor te bendiga y te proteja,
ilumine su rostro sobre ti y te conceda su favor…” (Números 6, 22:27). Al
comienzo del nuevo año, los cristianos invocamos la misericordia de Dios a
través de la intercesión de María Madre de Dios. Que Dios nos “conceda
su favor” significa que él altísimo a morado sobre nosotros.
Mis queridos hermanos hemos iniciado un nuevo año bajo el amparo de
Santa María Madre Dios. María la que siempre está a los pies de la cruz
intercediendo por nosotros pecadores. La mujer que nos envuelve en sus
brazos maternales y nos protege de las intrigas del maligno. Iniciamos
con pie derecho porque María al decir Si a Dios no solo responde a su
llamado personal; sino también responde al llamado que todos nosotros le
damos a Dios día con día. María al decir “He aquí la esclava del señor
hágase en mi según palabra” nos enseñan a decir si día con día a los
retos de nuestra vida.
A mediados del año 2016 los católicos nos regocijamos al honrar a María
como Madre de Dios y de la Iglesia. Bendita seas María Santísima por
haber concebido a Jesús nuestro salvador en tu vientre materno. Bendita
seas porque a través de tu “Si”nosotros también podemos decir si a Dios.
En este mes de Mayo pidamos a Jesús que a través de María derrames
sobre nosotros su amor y su gracia. Permítenos señor poder consagrarnos
a ti; muéstranos el rostro de tu Hijo Jesús, que derrama sobre todo el
mundo entero misericordia y paz.
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