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February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
SACRED HEART CHURCH
The Catholic Community in Southbury, Connecticut
Growing in Faith Together
Our Mission Statement
Sacred Heart Parish is a faith-filled family and vibrant Catholic community of believers in Jesus Christ. We are the visible presence
of Jesus through:
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Creating a welcoming, joyful, and compassionate atmosphere
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Empowering the gifts of one another
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Supporting one another on our journey of faith
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Sharing God’s unconditional love
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Providing opportunities for spiritual growth through ministries and worship, particularly in the Eucharist, and
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Advocating responsibility for the poor and oppressed.
If you are new to our parish or if you have been away from the practice of your faith, we extend a warm welcome and hope that you
will find our parish to be a community in which your faith can be nourished. We invite you to introduce yourself so that we may
offer our heart-felt greeting. Our parish family is enriched by your participation in our life of worship and service. Please consider
becoming a registered member of our family.
910 Main Street South
Southbury, CT 06488
203-264-5071
www.sacredheartchurch.info
www.sacredheartchurch.info
www.facebook.com/SacredHeartSouthburyYoungAdults
February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Staff
Father Joseph T. Donnelly
[email protected]
Sr. Patricia Torre, DW
[email protected]
Ami Conlan
[email protected]
Deacon Chuck Dietsch
Pastor
203-264-5071 ext. 3
Pastoral Associate for Pastoral Care
203-264-5071 ext. 5
Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation
203-264-5065
Deacon
203-262-1698
PARISH OFFICE
910 Main Street South, Southbury, CT 06488
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
www.sacredheartchurch.info Tel: 203-264-5071
Parish Office
Tel: 203-264-5071
Fax: 203-264-9562
Mary Korsu
Office Manager
[email protected]
ext. 0
Karen Kirk (Bulletin Information) Information & Communications Manager
[email protected] or [email protected]
ext. 201
Mark Bentivoglio
Building & Grounds
[email protected]
ext. 105
Patricia Richards
Director of Music
[email protected]
Jennifer Enger
Accounting
[email protected]
Faith Formation Office
Tel: 203-264-5065
Ami Conlan
[email protected]
Jay Szymansky
[email protected]
Deborah McGrath
Fran Walsh
Fax: 203-264-4271
Pastoral Associate, Faith Formation
Administrative Assistant
Coordinator of Design (Gr. 1-8)
Coordinator of GIFT (9-10) and Confirmation
Liturgical Schedule
The Lord’s Day: Vigil (Saturday): 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM*, 11:00 AM*
4th Sunday/Month:Children’s Mass, 11:00AM
Daily Mass: 8:30 AM, Monday to Friday, subject to change.
*At the noted Masses, children are invited to participate in Liturgy
of the Word. Children ages 7-12 go to the chapel; those ages 3-6
go to the Hospitality room.
Sacramental Ministries
Baptism - To schedule a Baptism, please contact Sister Pat for an
initial meeting and a parent preparation session.
Reconciliation (confession) - Saturdays from 3:30 - 4:15 PM, or
by appointment.
Marriage - Please call the Parish Office at least six months in
advance. Couples meet with Father Joe for an initial pastoral
conversation before a wedding date can be set. Please do not
make other plans until a date has been confirmed with the parish.
For the Sick, including pastoral home visits, Eucharist or the
Anointing of the Sick - Please call the Parish Office. Upon
hospital admission, please indicate that you would like a visit by
your parish, or please call the Parish Office to arrange a pastoral
visit.
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Gospel Reflection ~ Mark 1:21-28
Adults: What can you tell others about Jesus with the most
assurance?
Children: What is the most important thing you would like
others to know about Jesus?
Mass Intentions
If you arranged to have a particular person prayed for at a mass,
notify the ushers upon your arrival so that you may bring up the gifts.
Saturday, January 31, 2015
5:00 PM Jean Young
Requested by her family
Marie Morelli
Requested by Tony & Pat Squitieri
Bill Calabrese
Requested by Vin & Fran Berluti
Sunday, February 1, 2015
7:30 AM Frederick Foster
Requested by The Corkins Family
9:00 AM George Fee
Requested by Charles & Fran White
George Brandi
Requested by Ann & Bob Haig
Nellie Funaro
Requested by Mina Sampieri
11:00 AM Molly O’Meara
Requested by Katherine Pavone
Chuck Barnett
Requested by John & Liz Schmidt
Francis Palmatier
Requested by The Mulcahy-Ernt Family
Monday, February 2, 2015
8:30 AM Eileen O’Connell
Requested by Daily Mass Parishioners
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
8:30 AM Intentions of Sacred Heart Parishioners
Wednesday, February 4, 2015
8:30 AM Mary R. Williams
Requested by her family
Thursday, February 5, 2015
8:30 AM Intentions of Sacred Heart Parishioners
Friday, February 6, 2015 - First Friday Adoration
8:30 AM Bill Calabrese
Requested by Larry & Sue Gannon
Saturday, February 7, 2015
5:00 PM ROC Mass
Intentions of Sacred Heart Parishioners
Sunday, February 8, 2015 - Scout Sunday
7:30 AM Amy Russo
Requested by Raymond & Geri Patchkofsky
9:00 AM Kevin Kearney
Requested by Brian & Kathleen Moughty
11:00 AM Molly O’Meara
Requested by Eileen Locher
Dixie Laro
Requested by Amy Cecilio
Phyllis Browne
Requested by Ann McGrath
February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Of Many Things….
Trinity Mobile: A Community of Love
In this year’s GIFT program, the learning theme is the
Apostle’s Creed where learners engage the central and
foundational beliefs of our Catholic Christian tradition. In
the first half of the year, we have focused on what it means
to profess I believe in God, in Jesus Christ, and in the Holy
Spirit. God is three in one: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
This mystery of the Trinity is the central Christian mystery
and each session has brought deeper insight into
understanding that our image of God, our understanding of
who God is, is most complete through knowing how Love
is revealed and expressed through God the Father, God the
Son and God the Holy Spirit. It is a community of love.
One of the ways we learn and create experiences of faith is
through art. We invited Pamela Hardiman, a fabric artist, to
envision the Trinity through the concept of a mobile that
would hang in our
atrium. The piece
had to incorporate
our participation
and express the
images, through
color and tone, of
the Triune God.
Each person of the
Trinity
is
represented by a patchwork banner and four thinner, hand
painted silk banners, to accompany them. In gold ink, each
of the silk banners has words or pictures which are
reflections from GIFT members. God, the Father, is blue
and green and speaks of our Creator and the creation story.
After learning about God, households wrote down a word
or phrase that described their image of God. God, the Son,
is white and gold reflects that Jesus is the Christ, the light
of our world and a
servant
king.
Students in grades
1-10 wrote down
names, titles or
drew
pi ctures,
based on scriptural
passages
that
represented their
image of Jesus.
God, The Holy
Spirit, is red and
orange. The Spirit
is
active
and
present in us and
through us and
always working to
reveal God the
Father and God the
Son to us. The
Trinity is a model of
a relationship of love
and households were
asked what their
home would be like
if they based all their
decisions
and
choices on love.
After discussion, one
adult member wrote
a word or phrase on
the red banners that
expressed one way
they felt their homes
would be like when love is the basis of their lives.
On the TV screen in the atrium is a video which gives a
closer look at this project and process. With deepest
appreciation we thank Pamela Hardiman for her
craftsmanship and artistic vision, to Joe Dilley and his
workmen, Jeff and Kevin, for their donated hours and
equipment to install the mobile. And to the GIFT members
who participated in the project and whose words have
given personal prayer and meaning to each piece. And to
the community and staff of Sacred Heart, which always
seeks to reveal Love in word and deed.
So, as you look at the beautiful mobile of the Trinity, may
you see a
community of
Love, the ever
changing and
ever present
transforming
Love that is
God.
Ami Conlan
If Region 15 Schools has a delay or cancellation,
there is no 8:30 a.m. Mass.
In case of SNOW or ICY weather, please check our
website or tune to TV Channel 3 or NBC 30 for Cancellation
information.
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February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Navigating the Rough Waters
Depression Self-Help Tip #3:
Make it a priority to take care of yourself
Job Loss? Financial Worries? Divorce?
Stephen Ministry is a confidential ministry that connects trained
Sacred Heart Stephen Ministers with those in need of pastoral
support. Stephen Ministers are known as “After People” — they
are ready to come alongside you to provide comfort and support
for as long after as needed.
For more information on receiving pastoral help from a Stephen
Minister, please contact Stephen Leaders Sister Pat at 203-2645071 or Lynn Tidgwell at 203-217-0025; or Stephen Minister
Catherine Hughes at 203-758-5421.
This includes following a healthy lifestyle, learning to
manage stress, setting limits on what you’re able to
do, and scheduling FUN activities into your day. Do
things you used to enjoy, or express yourself
creatively through music, art, or writing. Develop a
“wellness tool box.” Come up with a list of things that
you can do for a quick mood boost, and implement a
few of these ideas every day.
Examples might include: spend time in nature, list
what you like about yourself, watch a funny movie or
TV show, listen to music, take a long, hot bath, etc.
Perhaps one of the most powerful tools for dealing
with depression is exercise. Studies show that regular
exercise can be as effective as anti-depressant
medication at increasing energy levels and decreasing
feelings of fatigue. Aim for 30 minutes a day.
Please Pray For...
Lynne Perilli, Dennis Savard, Victoria Tocci, Deborah Libourel, Ralph Ponzo, John Chapin, Annette Reidy, Suzanne Hardy,
Dorothy Ruggiero, Maureen Bird McGrath, RoseMary DeCarlo, Dee Holliday, Ken Schutte, Mary Johnstone, Mary Ann Preston,
Elena Saliani, Rich Young, Elizabeth Walsh, Glenn Robinson, Msgr. John Burns, Eric Hansen, Ino Toma, Frank & Barbara Ditter,
Ann Rasch, Frank Brooks, Carolyn & Sylvio Scotti, Trysha Murphy, Judy Stevens, Joan Burns, Corrine Burke, Tracey Kepics,
Brittney Wheeler, Joe O’Leary, Dennis Bickerstaff, Elaine O’Rourke, Bill McGrath, Frank Jennings, Henry Duffy, Darren Warner
LIFT
Tuesdays, 9:15AM, Hall
Ladies in Faith Together (LIFT) meets weekly at Sacred Heart
Church on Tuesdays mornings to pray, study, share, and provide
service. It is a social gathering, as well as a prayer-centered,
learning experience. For further information, please feel free to
contact Pat Kugeman at 203-881-1441 or [email protected]
Please watch the weather and if Southbury or Region 15 delays
or cancels school, we will reschedule our meeting.
Women Sharing Wisdom
Monday, February 2 from 7-8:30 PM,
Jerusalem Room
All women are welcome. Our meeting time includes
presentation, prayer, ritual, and sharing – God’s presence deeply
rooted within us! Please bring a notebook and a bible - and a can
of coffee or a box of black tea for the food bank. For more
information, please feel free to contact S. Pat at 203-264-5071
or [email protected]
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Parish Nurse Ministry: The Chronic Disease Self
Management Workshop
Thursdays, 9:30-Noon (Feb. 12-March 19,
snow date March 26) - Emmaus Room
If you have an ongoing health condition (such as diabetes, heart
disease, arthritis or depression) or are caring for someone with a
chronic health condition, join us for a free 6-week LIVE WELL
Workshop.
Learn better ways of dealing with pain, fatigue, difficult
emotions, anxiety and stress. Learn easy exercises to help
improve or maintain strength and energy. Learn ways to
improve your nutrition, learn appropriate use of medications and
more.
To register: call Parish office at 203-264-5071 or Bernie McGarry at
203-264-9028.
We Welcome in Baptism:
Haylee Rosalie Russo
Liam Peter Max Rotatori
Ami Conlan, Pastoral Associate Faith Formation - [email protected]
Fran Walsh, Coordinator of GIFT (9-10) and Confirmation - [email protected]
Deb McGrath, Coordinator of Design (Grades 1-8) - [email protected]
Jay Szymansky, Administrative Assistant – [email protected]
Faith Formation Office: 203-264-5065 Fax: 203-264-4271
The Next ROC… Sat. February 7, 5PM
Rely On Christ Mass
February GIFT Schedule
Sunday I
Wednesday
Friday
Sunday II
February 22
February 25
February 27
March 1
4:00-6:30PM
5:00-7:30PM
6:00-8:30PM
1:00-3:30PM
February GIFT Meals catered by:
DiPalma’s Pizza
Menu: Pizza
<Posters & Videos are due now>
See the bulletin board or email: [email protected]
Shrove Tuesday
February 17, 5PM - 8PM
First Holy Communion Workshop #1
Sunday, February 8, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Pancake supper with games, mask-making and
more!
Ticket sales after all Masses: Feb 14-15
$5 kids under 13; $8 adults; $25 family max
Sat., Feb. 21: Make-up date is for those who, due to
illness or urgent need, cannot make the original date.
Confirmation
Parish Service
February 22 - March 1
GIFT Set-up, Take-down, and/or Kitchen Help
(Please sign up on the Bulletin Board)
Confirmation
Benefiting the 2015 Youth Mission Trip
to Frankford, PA
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LRSS Bible Study
Last 2 Confirmation Workshops of the Year:

Monday, February 2, 6:30-8:00PM: Mary Ronan
“Sex as God’s Gift” (new date!) For parents &
students

Sunday, February 8, 7:00PM: Gifts of the Holy
Spirit Students only
Mon., May 18, 7PM: Confirmation Mass
Bishop Peter Rosazza, Presiding
Rehearsal for Sponsors & Candidates: May 17th
at 6pm
Gospel of John
February 12 at 9:30am
Hospitality Room
Next Children’s Mass:
Feb. 22nd at 11:00am Mass
Emmaus Room
To volunteer, email [email protected]
Exodus
February 18 at 1:00pm
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February 1, 2015
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Week at Sacred Heart Church
Liturgical
Saturday, January 31
5:30PM - Meeting - Jerusalem
6:00PM - Choir Party - Hall, Kitchen
Sunday, February 1
After 9AM and 11AM Masses - K of C Pancake Breakfast Hall, Jerusalem, Kitchen
12:00PM - Youth Choir
1:00PM - SFO Mass - Church, Jerusalem (Profession of Joe
O’Leary)
Monday, February 2
5:00PM - St. Vincent De Paul Meal - Parking Lot
6:30PM - Mary Ronan Workshop - Church
6:45PM - Stephen Ministry Supervisory - Emmaus
7:00PM - Women Sharing Wisdom - Jerusalem
7:00PM - LRSS - Shalom
Tuesday, February 3
7:30AM-4:30PM - Deliver sandwiches - Kitchen
9:15-11:15AM - LIFT - Jerusalem
6:30-8:30PM - SM Training - Jerusalem
6:30PM - Knights of Columbus - Emmaus
7:30PM - Mom’s Bible Study - Hospitality
Wednesday, February 4
9:30AM - Prayer Shawl - Jerusalem
In case of SNOW or
10:00AM - JAM - Nursery
ICY weather, please
3:30PM - Women’s AA - Jerusalem
check our website or
6:30PM - Columbiettes - Jerusalem
7:30PM - Website - Emmaus
tune to TV Channel
Thursday, February 5
3 or NBC 30 for
12:15-1:15PM - Support - Hospitality
Cancellation
7:00PM - Adult Choir - Church
8:00PM - AA - Jerusalem
information.
Friday, February 6
9:00-11:00AM - SM Supervisory Emmaus
6:30PM - ROC Rehearsal - Church
Saturday, February 7
3:00PM - ROC Rehearsal - Church
5:00PM - ROC Mass
5:30PM - Meeting - Jerusalem
6:00PM - ROC Reception - Hall
After Mass - Blood Pressure Screening
Sunday, February 8
After all Masses - Blood Pressure Screening
9:00AM - Scout Sunday - Scouts will process in
10:15AM - Parish Nurse - Emmaus
12:00PM - Youth Choir
1:00PM - JWalking Dinner - Offsite
4:00PM - 1st Holy Communion Workshop #1 - Entire Facility
7:00PM - Holy Spirit Confirmation Workshop
Daytime Little Rock Bible Study to Resume
Haiti Immersion Trip
We are looking for interested travelers to participate in one of the
two immersion trips scheduled for this spring/summer. Trips are
forming for adults to travel in May and for young people (age 16 and
up) in July/August. Contact Christine Granja 203-264-4467 or
[email protected]. Immerse yourself in the culture of Haiti.
Visit our twin parish, Our Lady of Seven Sorrows, in Gran Boulage,
make a difference in the lives of Haitians and in your life!
Sacred Heart …
For the 21st Century
campaign
Please consider naming Sacred Heart Church as a beneficiary of
your Will or estate plan. For more information, please contact
Father Joe.
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Consider adding Scripture to your Lenten practice this
year. On Wednesday afternoon, starting Feb. 18, the Book of
Exodus will be studied. Exodus is the central event of the Old
Testament. Its themes of liberation, wilderness, Passover,
Covenant, and God's dwelling are central to the entire
Bible. On Thursday mornings, starting Feb. 12, the study will
cover the Gospel According to John. Written in a poetic and
symbolic style, this gospel prayerfully reflects on Jesus and his
eternal relationship to the Father. This gospel invites one to
meditate on God's overwhelming love. Information and sign-up
sheets are posted on the bulletin board in the atrium.
Social Outreach
St. Vincent de Paul Meal Ministry
We provide a meal for the shelter the first Monday of the
month (except when a holiday occurs then it’s served the
second Monday.) Team A is responsible for Sept/Jan/May,
Team B: Oct/Feb/June, Team C: Nov/March/July & Team D:
Dec/April/Aug. If you are interested, contact Jeanne
Tillinghast at 203-264-5827.
Team “B” will serve chicken & rice casserole, salad, and
cookies on Mon., February 2 at St. Vincent De Paul Shelter.
Trays, lids and recipe will be available in the church kitchen
the weekend Jan. 31. If you would like to join this ministry,
we are always looking for new volunteers to make part of the
meal. Contact Colleen Burne at 203-232-3658 with questions.
Kairos Annual Retreat—April 24-26th at Garner
Correctional Institution, Newtown CT
We seek volunteers to help inmates in their search for Christ. I
appeal to those men who want to listen and guide. Several
Saturday mornings are required in addition to the retreat. If
you are one of those in which the Holy Spirit has selected to
spend Christ’s time with the prisoners, call Dennis
McLaughlin at 203-264-0984 and we can meet.
The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults:
The 2015 4K for Cancer 70-day Bicycle Trip
We will be visiting patients in hospitals and homes, and holding
informational meetings to raise awareness. We aim to inspire
hope in the young adults who have been diagnosed with cancer
and to educate the communities we visit about how common
cancer in young adults truly is. 91% of funds will help pay for
treatments, help offer transportation to and from appointments,
create college scholarships. Donations can be made on our 4k
donation pages: http://4kforcancer.org/profiles/matthew-meyer/
Boy Scout Sunday - February 8 at 9:00AM Mass
All Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, Boy Scouts and
leaders are cordially invited to participate in the annual Boy
Scout Sunday. Please arrive in uniform at 8:45AM to assemble
our lineup for the entry procession. Any questions can be directed
to David Rohlfing at 203-264-4628.
Young Adults (18-30ish) Group
SH Young Adults Facebook: www.facebook.com/
SacredHeartSouthburyYoungAdults