SA CRED HEART, JfALTHAM, THIRTY -THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 16,2014 "'Master, you gave me five talents. See, I have made five more.' His master said to him, 'Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master's joy.' " - Mt 25 :20b-21 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, 4:00PM Sunday, 7:30AM lO:OOAM Monday, 7:30AM Tuesday, 7:00PM Wednesday, 7:30AM Thursday, 7:00PM Friday, 7:30AM Saturday, 4:00PM Sunday, 7:30AM 10:00AM November 15 Carmelo Frenna, 6th Anniversary Memorial, requested by his wife & family November 16 For Parishioners of Sacred Heart Church Mary DiMasi, Anniversary Memorial, requested by Grace Savoy, Theresa Duane & Annmarie O'Rouke November 17 Mario Cedrone, Anniversary Memorial, requested by his wife November 18 Aime Despres, Anniversary Memorial, requested by Lodia Bourgeois & family November 19 Archie Cameron, 1st Anniversary Memorial, requested by his wife & family November 20 Pastor's Intention November 21 MaryLou Burgess, Birthday Memorial, requested by Bousquet Family November 22 Paul E. Dube, Birthday Memorial, requested by wife & family November 23 For Parishioners of Sacred Heart Church Fred & Kay Tortola, Anniversary Memorial, requested by their family MEMORIALS The Altar Flowers for the week are a 1st Anniversary Memorial for Peggy Storlazzi requested by her sister, Betty Arnold The Blessed Mother Flowers for the week are in Loving Memory of Castellana & Caramazza, requested by Angelo & Angela Castellana The Stained Glass Window will be lit for the week as an Anni versary Memorial for Liliane Barba, requested by her husband, children & grandchildren MA PRAYER CORNER Our prayer corner gives an opportunity to place those in need of prayer at the center of our hearts, minds and prayers. It is also an opportunity for those in need of spiritual uplifting, healing and comfort to seek prayers of the community. If you would like to submit a name for the prayer comer, e-mail us at sa credheart311 @aol.com. Before placing the name of others on the list, please seek the approval of the person, or the family of the person whose name you are submitting. Please Pray For ... Richard McDonald, Marie Sonier, Robert Byrd, John & Margaret, Marie Woodside, Peter Donovan, Joanne Evans, Taylor C, Joe Downs, Margaret, Nicole MacDonald, Josephine Forte, Richard Murphy, Jr., Victor Palazzo, James Gray, Lillian Sagan, Regina Sagan, Eileen Palumbo, Jean McLane, Linda Roy, Jim M, Christo pher Whalen, Lara Reynolds, Madeline Albanese, Rose Scafidi, Roseann Trolan, Dennis Hamedy, Gloria Van Buskirk, Nick Pa lumbo, Cora Jean Williams, Ruth Varley, William 1. Cleary, Lydia Melong, Charles Linehan, Fintan Stanley, Karin Conti, Evelyn Guelli, Connie Sammartano, Todd Lawrence, Andy O'Brien, Silas Huffman, Michael Weekley, Kevin McNamara, M.L. O'Brien, Nicole Corrigan, Tom R., Carole Knox, Sally Mae, Jessica, Alice B., Joseph Lee, Douglas Lee, Donna Casey, Robert Rizzo, Nancy Malone, Paul Perry, Rose Ballo, Ruth Mulligan, Mark Elliott and all men and women deployed around the world in military service, and all people confined to their homes because of illness or age and all who are ill or undergoing medical treatment. Please keep in your prayers all the families grieving the loss of a loved one. Readings for the Week of November 16,2014 Sunday: Prv 31:10-13,19-20,30-3111 Thes 5:1-6IMt 25:14-30 or25:14-15, 19-21 Rv 1:1-4; 2:1-5ILk 18:35-43 Monday: Tuesday: Rv 3:1-6, 14-221Lk 19:1-10 Wednesday: Rv 4:1-11ILk 19:11-28 Rv 5:1-10ILk 19:41-44 Thursday: Friday: Rv 10:8-1 1ILk 19:45-48 Saturday: Rv 11 :4-12ILk 20:27-40 Next Sunday: Ez 34:11-12,15-1711 Cor 15:20-26, 28IMt 25:31-46 Sharing Time, Talent and Treasure The Collection last week was: $5925.00 The Second Collection this weekend for the Heat, Light & Power PARISH NEWS, Continued COFFEE SOCIAL SUNDAYS Once each month the Faith Formation Program sponsors a Coffee and Doughnut Social as a way of welcoming the community to share in coffee, conversation and fellowship. Please join us on Sunday, December 7tl!, following the lO:OOAM Mass. THIRTY- THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME PARISH NEWS, Continued Increased Offertory Initiative This past weekend at each of the Sunday liturgies Father Dennis gave us insight on the state of the parish, its growth and its vibran cy. He also shared with us the challenges of meeting the needs of the church throughout the year and the desire we all have to carry out the mission of the new evangelization. Many of us become complacent in our level of involvement or lack thereof as well as in our level of giving. It is our hope that every member of our community will consider sharing their time, talent and treasure in a way that is faithful to the gospel. This weekend you will hear from several parishioners who, like many of you love their parish. They will share with us the ways in which they are actively in volved in parish life and in ways that they are striving to be good stewards in today's world. We thank you all for taking the time to listen to their witness and for your consideration in this most im portant initiative. STEW ARDSHIP AND THE SUNDAY GOSPEL "Well done my good and faithful servant." With those words the master in Jesus' Parable of the Talents smiles and rewards his servant. We often cite the Parable of the Talents in relation to stewardship. Because of our understanding of "talent," we may assume that this is a parable about skills and those kinds of gifts. Of course, in this case, a "talent" is a unit of money. Scholars as sume that the master is wealthy; therefore, whether one received fi ve talents, two talents, or one talent, they most likely received a huge amount of money according to our standards. That is not the stewardship perspective of this parable. Each of us, just as the three servants in the parable, has received multiple gifts from God (the Master). The question posed by Jesus, and the question we must be prepared to answer at our own judgment, is "What have you done with the gifts you have received?" Everything we have and everything we become are gifts from God. Like the stewards in the parable, we have been given gifts. Do we develop those gifts and do we share them, or do we "bury" them and really do nothing with them? Those who do the fonner, return them with increase to the Lord, are not only complimented, but embraced and invited: "Come share your master's joy. - To learn more log on to: www.thecatholicsteward.com RETIRED SISTERS COLLECTION On the weekend of November 22-23, the second collection is for our Retired Sisters. This annual collection helps to meet the basic needs of some 2,000 Retired Sisters who collectively have served the parishes, schools, hospitals, and local ministries of our Arch diocese for more than 54,000 years. Next week, please consider making a generous gift to the Sisters who have served us so gen erously over the years. For more information, please contact Sister Marian Batho, CSJ, Delegate for Religious at 617-746-5637 or [email protected]. Thank you for your support of our Sisters. KNITTING NllNISTRY We are in need of blankets for the Project Linus Program. If you are interested in knitting or crocheting for Project Linus please consider this important ministry. For free blanket patterns and information log on to www.Projectlinus.org. PARISH NEWS, Continued FALL MEAT RAFFLE Come one and all to our annual Fall Meat Raffle next Friday evening, November 21 st. This annual event is much more than a fundraiser, it's a fun-filled social gathering hosted by the Friars and Paul Brasco and the Brasco Family. Admission is free as are the food and snacks featuring hot dogs, munchies, desserts and coffee (soda and water will be available at a nominal cost). Doors open at 6:30PM and ticket sales beginning at 7:00PM. Each round will include a bag of choice cuts of meat and poultry, and addi tional drawings will include fresh turkeys, scratch tickets and much more! Come one come all, contact us if you wish to bring a group often and we'll reserve a table. USHER COORDINATOR NEEDED AT 10:00 MASS We are in need of a volunteer coordinator of ushers and greeters for the 10:00AM Sunday Mass. For many years this position was handled well by Mary Bonney, a dear parishioner who passed away last year. We are seeking a dedicated individual to continue the wonderful job that Mary did for so many years. Responsibili ties involved for this ministry are; arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of Mass, call upon the ushers and additional parishioners to assist with the offertory collection and assist them in that capaci ty. Additionally we would ask that the coordinator assist us in recruiting additional ushers and greeters for that Mass to insure that the offertory collections are taken courteously and efficiently throughout the year. For additional information please contact Bernadette at 781-893-8461 or e-mail us at sacredheart [email protected]. BAPTISM PREPARATION Our next Baptism preparation class will take place on Thursday, November 20 th • Those baptizing their child at Sacred Heart Church are required to attend the baptism class prior to their child's baptism. We welcome expectant parents and encourage them to attend preparation before choosing their child's godpar ent. Knowing the responsibilities of a godparent (sponsor) will better prepare you for making this important choice for your child and hislher faith life. To arrange for the baptism of your child, please contact the Parish Office 781- 899-0469 Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Baptism Classes are held in the Reli gious Education Center adjacent to the Parish Office building. CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE Each fall, in preparation for Christmas, the Parishioners of Sacred Heart have been most generous in helping us provide holiday gift assistance to families experiencing fmancial hardship. Applica tions for our "Giving Tree" were sent home to families of our parish RE program so that they might submit requests for their family if they are in need. Additional applications may be found in the church for those members of our community who might be in need of help or may know someone who is in need. We hope to have applications returned on or before Thursday, November 20 th so that tags can be available on the Giving Tree on the week end of November 22 nd and 23 rd as many enjoy shopping on Thanksgiving Weekend. Please note that Giving Tree requests are for children ages infant/toddler to age 12 years ONLY and only one registration form per family should be submitted. NOVEMBER 16, 2014 PARISH NEWS, Continued PARISH NEWS, Continued DON'T MISS OUT ON IMPORTANT PARISH NEWS AND EVENTS! "Is any man sick among you? Let him bring in the "priests" ofthe church and let them pray over him. " - James 5: 14 Next weekend, November 22nd and 23 rd the Friars will administer the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. The Friars will admin ister the Sacrament following the 4:00PM Mass on Saturday and following the 10:00AM Mass on Sunday. The Sacrament of the Sick is administered to those who are gravely ill, to those about to undergo a serious operation and for those undergoing treatment for the recovery of their health and for spiritual strength appropriate not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual sickness. Anointing of the Sick is administered by a priest to any person who bas reached the age of reason and wh0se health is in jeopardy due to grave illness. This rite is one way in which the Church con tinues the healing ministry of Jesus. The healing offered by this anointing is forgiveness of sins, hope and inner peace, sometimes physical healing, and an assurance of God's steadfast care, even in death. If you or a loved one desires the healing touch of Christ, we encourage you to partake of the sacrament of the sick. For those who need assistance, please utilize the handicapped parking and handicapped entrance on Grove Street and we encourage a family member or friend to accompany those who are frail. ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Eucharistic Adoration had resumed and will take place on the First Friday of each month from 8:00AM-12:00 Noon. The Third Order of Mary will also hold Adoration on the Third Sunday of the month from 2:30PM to 4:00PM To keep abreast of all that takes place .at Sacred Heart and especially with regard to religious edu cation please sign-up for Constant Contact. To register to receive our parish e-mail newsletters log on to our web site www.sacredheart.org. Scroll down to "Join our e-mail list" and enter your e mail then click "go". Once registered, you'll re ceive occasional updates on parish events and ac tivities. Important note: Constant Contact is our primary source of communication for our Faith Formation Programs, those Cllrrent subscribers who choose to "unsubscribe" will no longer re ceive pertinent information regarding parish or religious education events. FOOD PANTRY NEEDS Please remember that many in our local communities continue to struggle with hunger. When doing your weekly grocery shopping please consider adding an item or two each week to help keep our pantry shelves stocked . Most needed items; Cereal, Peanut Butter, Jelly/Jam, canned tuna or chicken, canned meats such as ham or spam, tomato sauce, pasta, rice mixes, instant potatoes, Macaroni and Cheese, Fruit Juices, non-perishable milk products. Thank you for your consideration. SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS Did you know that you can purchase Spiritual Bouquets from our parish office? The Franciscan Missionary Union of our Friars Province offers two options of Spirituals for those looking to offer indulgences of Masses and Prayers for the faithfully departed. A "One Year" membership for $10 and a Perpetual Membership for $15 . You may purchase a Spiritual Bouquet at the parish office Monday through Thursday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM. VOLUNTEER(S) NEEDED We are seeking one or several volunteers for a rela tively simple task, to "adopt a pump". Our religious education building contains 6 large pumps which keep our rooms dry. They are relatively easy to main tain but they do require an occasional check to keep a balanced water level in the battery. We are seeking one or more volunteer who could take on the task of overseeing the pumps every other month or so ·and refilling the battery with water when necessary. John Carter, a parish volunteer who manages the systems in the church will be more than pleased to have a vol unteer or two for the RE room pumps and will walk the volunteer through the process of checking and filling the battery. This is the perfect volunteer oppor tunity for busy parishioners or Religious Education parents who can't commit much time but would like to help their church. For additional information con tact Bernadette at 781-893-8461. "MAKE LIFE A LITTLE EASIER AND GO PAPERLESS WITH ONLINE GIVING!" WeShare, an easy and convenient way to save time, go green and support your church . Donating is simple, safe, and completely secure with WeShare online giving hosted by our bulletin pro vider LPI. With WeShare, you can set up a recur ring weekly or monthly transaction or donate a "one time gift" on any given day using your check ing, savings, or credit card account. You can de cide how much to give to any coJiection and make changes any time, day or night. If you would like to enroll in Online Giving, please visit https:// sacredheart31I.weshareonline.org!. If you have any questions or concerns about the program or would like help setting up your account, please call our parish office at 781-899-0469. NOVEMBER 16,2014 PARISH NEWS. Continued FAITH FORMATION AND YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS BRISTOL LODGE DINNER The next Bristol Lodge Dinner will take place on Wednesday, December 3 cd • The suggested menu items include; Roast Chick en, potato or rice, assorted vegetables. It would be most helpful if those who plan to bring rotisserie chicken could "pre-carve" the chicken before dropping it off. This will help insure that the meal is served on time. Although we have many servers in the mem bers of the confirmation class, the policy of the soup kitchen is that only adults handle cutlery. We appreciate your assistance in helping in the process of meal preparation. In addition to the main meal the soup kitchen staff serves milk or juice with the meal, donations of these items will be greatly appreciated. Ques tions may be directed to our Youth Minister Laura Peterson at [email protected]. Those who wish to contribute an entree, side or dessert are asked to drop them off either at the parish hall kitchen by 4:30PM or directly to the Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen at the Immanuel Methodist Church, comers of Moody and Cherry Streets by meal time at 5:00PM SOCIETY OF ST. CLARE ST. CLARE MEETINGS The Society of Saint Clare, the women's group of Sacred Heart Parish meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00PM. Drawing on the virtues of Saint Clare of Assisi the mission of the group is to share faith and prayer among the community, offer service and charity to those in need, and to share in the mission of the church. The members of the Society of St. Clare are a fun loving and sociable group of woman with a common love of Christ and desire to serve their church. Meetings are generally held on the first Wednesday of each month, from September through June. The Saint Clare meetings are informal gatherings that include friendly conversation and light refreshments while planning upcoming events and enjoying opportunities to pray and grow in faith . All women are welcome to attend and bring a friend. For more info, you are welcome to contact Patrice McGregor at 781-373-1371 or [email protected]. KNIGHTLY NEWS CHRISTMAS WREATHS The St. Francis of the Sacred Heart Council is once again this year taking pre-orders for Christmas Wreaths with a Red Ribbon. The wreaths can be ordered by completing a pre-order sales form and leaving it with the Knights at any Mass or by placing it in an envelope in the collection basket or mailing it to Knights of Co lumbus Wreaths, 311 River St, Waltham, MA 02453 . All orders must be received by November 19lh . 50% of the proceeds from the wreath sales go to Sacred Heart Parish and 50% go to the Knights of Columbus charities . FOURTH GRADE LITURGY On Sunday, November 23 rd our 4th Grade Students will assist at the 10:00AM Mass. All 4th grade students regardless of their usu al religious education schedule are invited to participate along with their catechists. EDGE RETREAT The EDGE Middle School Ministry will hold their yearly retreat for students in grades 6-8 on Sunday, November 23 cd from 2 :00PM to 7:00PM. The students enjoy a lively afternoon of games, activities, prayer and discussion. All students in the EDGE program will be part of this faith filled afternoon retreat which will conclude with the Mass. Parents are asked to meet their stu dents for the liturgy at 6:00PM. YOUTH GROUP SCHEDULE The Sacred Heart Church Youth Group schedule for the fall and winter will be Wednesday evenings from 7:00PM-8: 15PM. All high school aged teens are invited to attend this lively hour of faith sharing with friends that includes games or activities, snacks and inspirational music/videos. Find Sacred Heart Youth Group on Facebook and send a friend request. Parents of teens are wel comed to join the Sacred Heart Parents Facebook page where they can find information on upcoming parish events. For additional information contact Laura Peterson, Director of Youth Ministry at [email protected] or call 781-893-8461. SESSION MONITORS NEEDED The Religious Education Program is in need of volunteers to serve as "Session Monitors" at each of the three Sunday Faith Formation Sessions at 8:30AM, 10:45AM and 4:30PM. The role of a Session Monitor(s) would be to check in with each class in suring that the students are supervised if a catechist is nmning late. The Session Monitor would also respond to any urgent needs during class time, if a child becomes ill, or if a catechist is in need of assistance while gathering supplies or making copies. During class time the Session Monitor is welcome to sit and enjoy some down time in our parent waiting room, enjoy some coffee and take advantage of our free WIFI! This is a perfect role for anyone who can't commit to teach a class but would like to lend a hand with out Faith Formation Program. Please consider helping in this most needed position. Those interested should contact Bernadette Scalese at 891-893-8461. FIND US ON FACEBOOK & FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Like us? Then let us know by joining our Facebook group ; Sa cred Heart Church Waltham, Sacred Heart LIFE TEEN, Sacred Heart Parents and Sacred Heart Youth Group (teens only). You can now also follow us on Twitter @sacredheart311. Through Social Media Networking we are able to post inspiring messages, Catholic News and information and publicize the latest announce ments for upcoming parish events and holy days. Please note; LIFETEEN and Youth Group face book pages are " invitation only" for safety purposes. Teens who wish to join must sent a friend request for approval. NOVEMBER 16,2014 COMMUNITY NEWS, Continued COMMUNITY NEWS AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE JOHN ALLEN PRESENTATION AT SAINT JOHN'S SEMINARY Please join us at Saint John's Seminary's Our Lady of the Presen tation Lecture Hall (680 Washington St, Oak Square, Brighton) on Monday, November 17 at 7:00PM for a lecture by John L. Allen, Jr.. Allen is a senior Vatican analyst for CNN, a journalist, author, and an associate Globe editor. He will join us to speak about his insider experiences with Pope Francis and "All Things Catholic". Free and open to the public. No RSVP required, but seating may be limited. Free, ample parking is available a few doors further up the lUll from the OLP Lecture Hall, adjacent to 704 Washington Street. Please email [email protected] for more information or with questions. SUNDA Y MORNING PRAYER St. Mary Parish in Waltham invites you to join us for Sunday Morning Prayer. Christians throughout the world begin every day praising God for life and blessings. We invite you to join us on Sundays for this brief communal prayer of Psalms, Readings and Hymns. It takes about 15 minutes. You don't need to bring any thing. You don't have to be familiar with the format. You don't have to be Catholic. The Morning Prayer begins at 7:30 a.m. in Saint Mary's church on School Street. Please know that you are welcome and that people are praying for you at this time. If you need more information please contact us at 781-891-1730 or stmarywaltham@gmaiLcom IGNATlAN SPIRITUALITY COURSE The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius in Every Day Life (the 19th Annotation Retreat) is available for Catholic Adults in a group setting. The Spiritual Exercises extend over the course of twenty-four weeks. This year the exercises begin on Wednesday November 19,2014 and conclude April 22, 2015. The group will meet weekly from 7pm to 9pm at Mount Alvernia High School, 790 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458 . Father John Sassani and Mary Ann McLaughlin will direct the Spiritual Exercises. For further information please call 617-779-3640 or email spiritu al [email protected] LESSONS AND CAROLS CHRISTMAS CONCERT Saint John 's Seminary will once again host their annual can't-miss Christmas event of the season, featuring the Saint John's Semi nary Schola (led by Music Director Dr. Janet Hunt, FAGO) and special guests. Sunday will be a repeat performance for those who can't make it on Saturday! The event will take place in the Seminary Main Chapel, 127 Lake Street, Brighton MA. on Satur day December 6 U1 at 7:30PM and on Sunday December 7tll at 3:00PM. Mark your calendars for this very special concert. AN OPPORTUNITY TO DEEPEN YOUR FAITH Cursillo is a short course in Christianity. It is an encounter with Christ in a small community of the Church, in order to deepen your own faith and strengthen your ability to be witnesses of Christ in the world. The dates for the weekend are: Men's Cursillo Weekend December 4-7, 2014 The weekends run from Thursday evening through Sunday after noon and are held at the Campion Center in Weston MA. For in formation and registration, please check the Boston Cursillo Web site: www.bostoncursillo.org or call the Office of Spiritual Life at 617-779-3640 or email us at spiritual [email protected]. IN-HOME ELDER CARE Marie McAvoy, a local resident and registered nurse, currently has openings for private in-home elder care. If you have a loved one, living with you or living alone who would benefit by Marie's expertise in geriatric care and companionship please contact [email protected]. SAINT JUDE SCHOOL'S ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOT Thursday, November 20, 2014 begins at 7:00PM, 200 prizes, 40 turkeys, 40 baskets of produce, 40 bottles of wine, 40 pies and 40 gallons of cider. There are 4 rounds of 50 prizes each. Each round is a $1 per ticket. You can win the whole dinner for a dollar! There is a 50/50 raffle and many other exciting door prizes. The School Hall is handicap accessible. You don't even need to leave your seat, we deliver your prize to you. We look forward to see ing you Thursday night! BC mGH EVENTS BC High Community Receptions Please visit our website for a list of dates and locations for these 28 receptions which are held at the homes of current parents and their BC High students. So that we will expect you, please register through your Eagle Account. "Eagle-for-a-Day" Shadow Day (For Current 6tll and 8th Graders) What better way to experience BC High than spend a half day (7 1h grade entry) or a full day (9 1h grade entry) shadowing a cur rent BC High student? The EF AD Program is offered from Octo ber 15 th through mid February. Please let us know what day you would like to visit and sign up through your Eagle Admissions Account. Lunch will be provided. Entrance Exams at BC High Boston College High School announces Entrance Exams for Grade 9 Applicants. The Catholic High School Placement Test (HSPT) will take place on November 15,2014 at 8:30AM and on December 13,2014 8:30AM **BC High also accepts the SSAT. Grade 7 Applicants - ISEE Exams will take place on November J 5,2014 8:30AM, December 13, 2014 8:30AM, and on January 10,20158:30AM. SACRED HEART PARISH CALENDAR NOVEMBER 16th 17th 20th 21st 23rd 27th 28th 29th 30th RE Classes Grades Pre-k-5 and ROC (9 & 10) K of C General Council Meeting 311 Club Drawing Meat Raffle, doors open at 6:00PM RE Classes Grades Pre-k-5 Grade 4 Mass, 10:00AM EDGE Retreat 2:00PM-7:00PM Parish Hall Thanksgiving day Mass: 9:00AM No Mass on Friday after Thanksgiving. Wreath Pick-up after 4PM Mass No RE Classes-Thanksgiving weekend Wreath Pick-Up after all Sunday Masses
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