See Bulletin for detail on the following items:
“Wait for the LORD with courage; be stouthearted, and wait for the LORD.” — Psalm 27:14
--IN SYMPATHY – The parishioners of Sacred Heart Parish extend their deepest sympathies to Barbara and Ed Szymanski upon the death of her mother, Ann Kojola; to Tom Forrest whose wife, Phyllis, died recently; to Susan and Tony Stoltman on the death of her father, Celestino Ortiz; and to Ed and Rose Obrero on the death of his brother, Cesar. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
--Tax Statement – If you would like a statement for the 2019 tax year, please call the Parish Office at 284-3811.
--WOMEN OF THE GOSPEL – Friday, February 21, 7:00 pm – 10 Characters Performed in 1 Hour; By Linda Gray Kelley. FREE ADMISSION! Donations Welcome.
--RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:
- Confirmation Reminder: Confirmation Retreat will be on Saturday, May 2nd / Confirmation Mass will be on Saturday, May 30th
- Confirmation Retreat Details: Please Read - Select
--YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER: SH Youth Ministry Page – Sacred Heart Youth Group – GAME NIGHT IS BACK! Wednesday, January 29, 2020 – 6th – 12th Grade 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm – COME TO A NIGHT OF FUN, FELLOWSHIP AND FOOD!! BRING YOUR FRIENDS! Meet New Friends!
--THANK YOU! – YM Thanks the Parishioners who came out to support our Sacred Heart Youth Ministry by attending our “Friday Fiesta Chili Cook Off Dinner” on January 10, 2020. And [select for details].
--PARISHIONER SENIOR LUNCH – The Senior Luncheon is open to all registered Seniors of Sacred Heart Church to encourage fellowship and camaraderie while enjoying a lunch. Please join us on Wednesday, February 19th, at 11:30 am in Sullivan Hall for our Pasta and Salad Bar and share and enjoy the fellowship! RSVP to the Parish Office, 284‐3811, by Friday, February 14th. We cannot accept RSVPs after the deadline. We understand that there are extenuating circumstances but please understand that catering numbers are called in at 3:30 pm on that Friday deadline. All are welcome but please no walk-ins!
--SEEKING THE LIGHT – In today’s readings we find ourselves being drawn more deeply into relationship with Jesus. We are getting to know more about him as we see how he struggles with the news of his cousin John’s arrest. His first response is to withdraw, to leave Nazareth and go to Capernaum. There he is perhaps both consoled and challenged by the words of Isaiah that Matthew quotes: “the people who sit in darkness have seen a great light, / on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by death / light has arisen” (Matthew 4:16). Jesus contemplates his cousin’s death, perhaps his own death, and he seeks the light. Maybe it is these words of Isaiah that move Jesus out of his withdrawal and into action. He begins to preach, teach, cure disease and illness, and proclaim the gospel of the kingdom. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
--SAVE THE DATE! – PARISH APPRECIATION DANCE – Friday, February 7, 2020 – Live band “Top Shelf” – Food trucks – Age 21 and up – BYOB – feel free to bring your own snacks. Tickets are available after Mass on January 24, 25, 26, and February 1, 2 or in the Parish Office. *Because there is a limited number of tickets available, we ask that you be respectful of other parishioners and take only 4 tickets at this time.
--“WOW” Women of Worship (Study Group) – All women of the parish are invited to join the Women’s Study Group Monday, January 27th, at 10:00 am, in Bldg. C.
--Pat Cook’s Daytime Class –will resume on Wednesday, January 29th at 9:00-11:00 pm. Mrs. Cook will discuss “Gospel of Matthew”. Please call Kristin at 284-9983 to reserve your spot!
--Mulch to You – Scouts, BSA Troop 309 16th Annual Mulch Sale – All Delivered Right to You. We must RECEIVE your order by Friday, February 21st. Any questions OR to place an order contact Ed Tucker 904-219-4713 OR Michelle Serra 904-563-4995 OR email: Troop309MulchSale@gmail.com. Deliveries will be made Saturday, February 29th:
- 2 CuFt. Bags of Red Mulch $3.50/per bag
- 2 CuFt. Bags of Cypress Mulch $3.25/per bag
- To order make check payable to BSA Troop 309
- Address: Scouts, BSA Troop 309, 2032 Belle Grove Trace, Fleming Island, FL 32003
--Marriage Prep – The next Engaged Encounter program will be February 7th – 9th, 2020 at Marywood Retreat Center. The next Pre Cana program will be February 29th in Jacksonville. [See bulletin for details].
--You are not alone… There is no need to feel alone when real help is available for an unplanned pregnancy. Caring Choices offers help through counseling, support, education, resources, and referrals. This is one decision not to face alone! Call (866) 901‐9641. If you are struggling with emotional or spiritual pain following an abortion, there are two post‐abortion healing ministries available that will lovingly help transform your pain to hope, and through reconciliation provide peace. Project Rachel – (904) 923-9203 with professional counselors and individual priests. Rachel’s Vineyard – (904) 221-3232 a group weekend retreat.
--Rachel Quinones Memorial 5K – February 1st 2020 – A great way to end Catholic Schools Week! Please join us to raise funds for the “Rachel Quinones Scholarship Fund”, awarded to students at Bishop John J Snyder High School in Jacksonville, FL and St. Joseph Academy in Brownsville, TX. Rachel was a huge part of both of these communities. Rachel began her five-year battle with cancer in 2013 and sadly lost the battle in July 2018. Join us on February 1, 2020 for the first Annual Rachel Quinones Memorial 5K. There will be a Children’s Fun Run and age categories from Middle School on up. A virtual 5K is available for those who can’t run with us. Go to www.ultimateracinginc.com to register. Register early to get the best price.
--Healing the Pain of Abortion – A Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreat is a beautiful opportunity for any man or woman who has struggled with the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion. Come and experience the mercy and compassion of God who is close to the brokenhearted March 13th-15th. Call 904-221-3232 or email rachelsvineyardjax@yahoo.com. All calls & inquiries are very confidential. Come and be restored!
--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.
--BULLETIN DEADLINE – The deadline for the bulletin article is noon on Mondays. Holiday weeks may have earlier deadlines. Articles for the bulletin may be emailed to bulletin@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org.
--myParish App – Download our app today at myParishapp.com or search your phone's app store for myParish.
--SULLIVAN HALL – All events held at Sullivan Hall are scheduled through Sullivan Hall director, Arlene Manalo. For prices, availability and more information, call Arlene at 284-3811 or email sullivanhall@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org and www.facebook.com/shsullivanhall.
--Exercise Classes for People with Parkinson's Disease AND their Caregivers Mondays and Thursdays at 9:30 am in the Activity Center. Contact Tom Dorsky for more information at (305)297-3578.
--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 activities. Please no tin cans, boxes or plastic bottles!
