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1 6 2 7 G R A N D AV E N U E • W E S T D E S M O I N E S , I O WA 5 0 2 6 5
O C T O B E R 2 3 , 2 0 1 6 ● 3 0 T H S U N D A Y I N O R D I N A R Y T I M E
Sacred Heart Welcome to the Parish Community of
On October 9 and 16, 120 students received the
Sacrament of Confirmation at Sacred Heart Church.
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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
Deacon Ed Garza, Pastoral Care [email protected] 225-6414, ext. 315 \
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
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.
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:
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.
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 ............................................. Tara Nelson, 991-4432
Children’s Liturgy of the
Word Coordinator …………………………….… Mary Zug, 225-6414
Knights of Columbus ..................... Enrique Cruz-Garcia, 771-6212
Prayer Line ............................. Wynanda Ferguson, 225-7200
St. Vincent de Paul .............................. Rita Dette, 223-6095
Teresa Kordick, 224-9274
Women’s Guild ...................................... Barb Baker, 339-1561
Pastoral Council ................................... Carol Smith, 771-3082
Young Adult Director …………….…....Jennifer Leon 225-6414
BULLETIN DEADLINES: log onto our web site for information about deadlines and submission guidelines.
PASTORAL CARE
If I can be of assistance to you or a loved one, please contact me. I have many resources to share with you.
Deacon Ed Garza
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THROUGH THE WATERS OF BAPTISM WE WELCOME INTO OUR SACRED
HEART FAITH COMMUNITY
Theodore William Kluesner
Son of Megan and Nick Kluesner
Reagan Grace Ayala
Daughter of Katie and Anthony Ayala
Stella Grace DePhillips
Daughter of Joe & Niki DePhillips
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the families of the following …
Parishioner Bob Doyle
Parishioner Margaret Diaz
...may their families and friends be comforted in the knowledge that their
loved on dwells in the house of the Lord
Pastoral
Care
SVDP FIFTH SUNDAY COLLECTION Did you know the special fifth Sunday collection for St. Vincent de
Paul is for your Sacred Heart St. Vincent de Paul Society? The
money collected is used to help our parishioners and members of
our community who may need temporary monetary assistance with
utilities, rent, and other basic needs, as well as for various
activities such as feeding the poor through Connection Cafe,
playing Bingo with senior citizens at a local retirement home. We
will have this special collection next Sunday.
Thank you in advance for your generosity. For more information or
to become a member of Sacred Heart St. Vincent de Paul, please
contact Rita Dette at [email protected].
This is my third article on the topic of addictions. Addictions create havoc in the lives of the individuals with the addiction, their families, friends
and community. I spent 3 years working with people with addictions and have seen firsthand its destructive power. People with addictions need our
prayers and support, along with their families. I welcome any comments or questions on this issue. I have many resources at my disposal.
What Is Addiction?
Addiction is a condition that results when a person ingests a substance (e.g., alcohol, cocaine, nicotine) or engages in an activity (e.g., gambling, sex,
shopping) that can be pleasurable but the continued use/act of which becomes compulsive and interferes with ordinary life responsibilities, such as
work, relationships, or health. Users may not be aware that their behavior is out of control and causing problems for themselves and others.
The word addiction is used in several different ways. One definition describes physical addiction. This is a biological state in which the body adapts
to the presence of a drug so that drug no longer has the same effect, otherwise known as a tolerance. Another form of physical addiction is the
phenomenon of overreaction by the brain to drugs (or to cues associated with the drugs). An alcoholic walking into a bar, for instance, will feel an
extra pull to have a drink because of these cues.
However, most addictive behavior is not related to either physical tolerance or exposure to cues. People compulsively use drugs, gamble, or shop
nearly always in reaction to being emotionally stressed, whether or not they have a physical addiction. Since these psychologically based addictions
are not based on drug or brain effects, they can account for why people frequently switch addictive actions from one drug to a completely
different kind of drug, or even to a non-drug behavior. The focus of the addiction isn't what matters; it's the need to take action under certain
kinds of stress. Treating this kind of addiction requires an understanding of how it works psychologically.
When referring to any kind of addiction, it is important to recognize that its cause is not simply a search for pleasure and that addiction has
nothing to do with one's morality or strength of character. Experts debate whether addiction is a "disease" or a true mental illness, whether drug
dependence and addiction mean the same thing, and many other aspects of addiction.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED
SACRAMENT Adoration will be the Second Tuesday this November.
All Saints Day is the first week. The Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament will occur after 8:00 am Mass &
reposition will be at 7:00 pm. Our next opportunity for Adoration will be Tuesday, November 8th. You are
welcome to stop in anytime from 8:00 am to 7:00
pm. Please use the North Church Doors - the other
doors will be locked. In the event of a funeral, Adoration will be suspended
for the duration of the funeral and will resume after the funeral for the
remainder of the day. For more information, visit the Sacred Heart
website under “worship”.
YOUTH MINISTRY “SMASH”
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CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION “CFF”
Kayla Richer, Director
Debbie Chalik, Coordinator
Marcia Schaul, Office Associate
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 i n f o rm a t i o n a t 2 2 5 - 0 5 4 6 o r [email protected].
Please watch the web site at www.sacredheartwdm.org and bulletin for
upcoming events and announcements.
Oct 22-23 First Eucharist Rite of Enrollment—All Masses
23 9:30 am—PS
26 4:30 or 6:30 pm—CFF—SHS
29-30 Parish Day of Service
30 9:30 am—PS
Nov 2 4:30 or 6:30 pm—CFF—SHS
2 6:30 pm—2017 Confirmation Class
6 9:30 am—PS
9 4:30 or 6:30 pm—CFF—SHS
13 9:30 am—PS
13 2:00 pm, First Eucharist Parent Meeting (Hispanic)
16 4:30 or 6:30 pm—CFF—SHS
20 9:30 am—PS
23 NO CFF
27 NO PS
30 4:30 or 6:30 pm—CFF—SHS CFF = Children’s Faith Formation SHS = Sacred Heart School PS = Preschool
MEALS FROM THE HEARTLAND
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY –
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9:
Join us for a night of packaging
meals for the hungry. We’ll meet at the SMASH house at 6:00, then
go to the packaging center in Valley Junction to package thousands
of meals at our own private packaging event. We’ll be done by 8:30.
Online registration available at www.sacredheartwdm.org/smash-
youth-ministry or paper registrations can be found in the church
gathering space. Sign up by November 2. Volunteers are encouraged
to bring a $5 donation with them to help offset the cost of the
meals packaged.
UPCOMING EVENTS: Check out the complete calendar at
www.sacredheartwdm.org – click on “Faith Formation” then “SMASH/
Youth Minsitry”
October 23 DCYC – Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference
featuring Paul J. Kim at Dowling
October 26 SMASH on Wed., 6:30-8:00
October 29/30 Love in the Heart of Christ – Parish Service Event
November 1 All Saints Day (Holy Day of Obligation) Masses at
8 am, 9:30 am, 6 pm, 8 pm (Spanish)
November 2 Confirmation 2017 Class 6:30-8:00 pm
November 2 NO SMASH – Planning Team only
November 6 Teen Choir Rehearsal 6:30-8:00
November 9 Meals from the Heartland Service Event 6-8:30 pm
November 13 Teen Choir Rehearsal 6;30-8:00
November 16 SMASH on Wednesday 6:30
November 20 Teen Choir at 11:15 Mass
November 23 NO SMASH – Happy Thanksgiving
November 27 Teen Choir Rehearsal 6:30-8
November 30 SMASH on Wednesday 6:30
FLU SHOT CLINIC The Pastoral Care Ministry is sponsoring flu shots on October 22
from 3:30-4:00 and on Sunday, October 23 from 9:00-9:30 am and
from 12:15-1:00 pm in the room just outside the sanctuary, opposite
the usher’s room.
HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains holy days of obligation
this way: On Sundays and other holy days of obligation, the faithful are
to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship
owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s Day, the performance of the
works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body. Family
needs or important social service can legitimately excuse from the
obligation of Sunday rest. The faithful should see to it that legitimate
excuses do not lead to habits prejudicial to religion, family life, and
health (CCC 2185).
All Saints Day is Tuesday, November 1. Masses will be at 8 am, 9:30 am
(all school liturgy), 6 pm and 8 pm (Spanish Mass).
LIVING FAITH BOOKLETS The October-November-December issue of Living Faith is available in the
Gathering Space. These booklets offer Daily Catholic devotions, based on
scripture for the day. A $1 donation is appreciated.
SAVE THE DATE! Dowling Catholic High School is hosting its annual Open House for
Prospective Students on Sunday, November 6th from 11 am - 2
pm. Families can take a tour of the renovated school, meet the
teachers, moderators, and coaches and learn about financial aid
opportunities. There are prizes to win and games to play! It’s a
fun day for the whole family!
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Readings for the Week of October 23
Sunday: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18/Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23/
2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18/Lk 18:9-14
Monday: Eph 4:32--5:8/Ps 1:1-4, 6/Lk 13:10-17
Tuesday: Eph 5:21-33 or 5:2a, 25-32/Ps 128:1-5/
Lk 13:18-21
Wednesday: Eph 6:1-9/Ps 145:10-14/Lk 13:22-30
Thursday: Eph 6:10-20/Ps 144:1-2, 9-10/Lk 13:31-35
Friday: Eph 2:19-22/Ps 19:2-5/Lk 6:12-16
Saturday: Phil 1:18b-26/Ps 42:2-3, 5/Lk 14:1, 7-11
Next Sunday: Wis 11:22--12:2/Ps 145: 1-2, 8-11, 13-14/
2 Thes 1:11--2:2/Lk 19:1-10
GIFT—GROWING IN FAITH TOGETHER
ADULT FAITH FORMATION TEAM
SACRED HEART SCHOOL NEWS
MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT WITH
CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH Come and learn how to be involved in helping bring
Christ Renews His Parish back to Sacred Heart on
Thursday, November 10th at 7:00pm in the Parish
Center. We will be hosting a CRHP Renewal and
Discovery Meeting, if you have attended CRHP previously, join us for
some snacks and catch up with your CHRP groups and discuss the future
plans for this retreat with us and Fr. Chris. Your support in this
meeting is crucial to bringing CRHP to our parish in 2017.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions: Joan Miller,
[email protected], 515-371-6581 or Kevin MacFerrin, macferrin@
gmail.com, 515-321-8896.
MAGNA 24: The Magna Men will be meeting in October on the 2nd
and 4th Monday’s of the month. Oct 10 and Oct 24 at 7pm in the
library. If you are interested in joining this dynamic group of men,
stop in and visit at any meeting. All are welcome!
4:00 PM
Servers: Jake Joerger, Nathan & Mattnew Zug
Lectors: Mark & Gail Stelmacher, Tom Robson
8:00 AM
Servers: Reese Ervin, Michael Reichart, Aiden Volp
Lectors: JoAnn Fischer, Thomas Yetmar, Bob Douglas
9:30 AM
Servers: Jacob & Luke Bringle, Caitlin Webb
Lectors: Jerry Hancock, Katera Nowasell,
Jonathan Tyma
11:15 AM
Servers: Elise Carver, Jamie Coggi, Louis Hartkop Lectors: Susan Pinneke, Kathy Vaughn, Leon Hofer
Sat. Oct 22 4:00 pm Joe Burch, Jr.
Sun. Oct 23 8:00 am Edward & Mabel McGinnis 9:30 am Earl Corringan 11:15 am Merritt Lutter & Keith Wilgenbusch
1:00 pm Sacred Heart Parishioners
Mon. Oct 24 8:00 am Mary Donley
Tues. Oct 25 8:00 am Gerry Julich
Wed. Oct 26 8:00 am Joe Burch, Jr.
Thurs. Oct 27 8:00 am Karen Cavanaugh
Fri. Oct 28 8:00 am Mary Burns
Sat. Oct 29 4:00 pm Josephine Melendez
Sun. Oct 30 8:00 am Lupe Campero 9:30 am Joe Kordick 11:15 am Carlos & Josephine Melendez
1:00 pm Sacred Heart Parishioners
SCRIP: Stop by after Mass this weekend and purchase your SCRIP
gift cards! SCRIP will be for sale after the 4:00 pm and 9:30
am Masses this weekend and each weekend in October! Learn how you
can purchase your SCRIP gift cards right off of your smartphone now!
Please contact Jill Kinnison with any questions at
SHS SCHOOL INFORMATION: Please make sure to check the SHS
website at http://www.sacredheartschoolwdm.org/ and click on Digital
Backpack to get details about what is going on at SHS. Many volunteer
opportunities are available and we need YOUR help today!
November is the month in which we remember
all of those who have gone before us. We ask
you to consider participating in one or more of
the following ways through our liturgical
celebrations.
The Book of Remembrance will be set out on a
podium next to the baptistry for you to write in
the name(s) of anyone you know who has died. It
can be a family member, parishioner or friend. It does not have to be
someone who passed away this past year.
A Shrine of Remembrance will be done again this year. Parishioners
may bring a framed picture (no larger than 5 x 7) of the deceased to
the Parish Office, or set it on the shrine area by October 28.
On Sunday, November 6 at the 11:15 Eucharistic Liturgy, a
decorated candle representing each member of our parish community
who has died this past year, will be processed forward and placed in
front of the altar. Following the liturgy the families of the deceased
will be invited to take the candles home.
“KNIGHT’S CORNER” KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #9632
NEWS
Next weekend is “Love in the Heart of Christ,” our annual parish-wide
volunteer project where parishioners assist other parishioners with
projects such as leaf raking, yard work, gutter cleaning, window
washing, small household repairs and painting, house/garage/basement
cleaning, etc. It’s a two day event, Saturday and Sunday, this year.
There is still time to sign-up to help, or be on the receiving end of
needing help. See the sign-up sheet elsewhere in the bulletin.
Our annual KC Memorial Mass will be Sunday, November 6. At the 8:00
Mass we will honor and remember our deceased brother knights of
Council 9632. Knights are encouraged to attend and well as family
members of our deceased knights. There will be a catered breakfast
in the parish center following the Mass and all are welcomed to attend.
Over the first couple of weekends in November we will again be taking
orders for Thanksgiving apple pies for delivery the weekend prior to
Thanksgiving. Look for the KC sign-up table in the vestibule and in
early November.
CALENDAR October
October 29 & 30, Saturday & Sunday: Love in the Heart of Christ
project work days
November
November 6, Sunday morning: 8:00 a.m. KC Memorial Mass and
breakfast
November 13, Sunday: Pancake breakfast in the parish center
November 21, Monday: Monthly business meeting and social
www.sacredheartwdmkofc.org
Connecting Our Community through Service:
Join the Women’s Guild!
Please join us for a night of service at 6:30 pm this Tuesday, Oct. 18
in the Parish Center. We need many hands to make light work!
Help us make casseroles for the Family Violence Center, fleece
blankets for new babies in Mercy’s Neo-Natal unit and also, cut out
ornaments for the Jesse Tree.
The annual membership fee is $20, payable at the meeting or by
completing the form below.
Checks are payable to Sacred Heart Women’s Guild and can be placed
in the Guild mail slot in the parish office or mailed to:
Kathy Hatlie
1208 57th Place
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Name_____________________________________
Address___________________________________
Phone_____________________________________
Email_____________________________________
Calendar Nights of Service
6:30 pm, Tuesday, Oct. 18, Parish Center
6:30 pm, Thursday, Nov. 17, School Multi-Purpose Room
2017 marks the 500th anniversary of
the beginning of the Reformation.
Ever since the Second Vatican Council
issued the Decree on Ecumenism, the
Church has been moving ever closer to
Christian Unity. Pope Francis will be
praying with Lutherans and Catholics
on October 31 in Lund, Sweden. Des
Moines area Lutherans and Catholics will join together
at 4 pm, on November 6 at St. Ambrose Cathedral. Join
Bishop Richard Pates, Bishop Michael Burk of the
Southeastern Iowa Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America, and priests, pastors, and many
Lutherans and Catholics for this historic event. Kathryn
L. Johnson will speak at the service. She is the director
of Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Kathryn
has been on the board for the document From Conflict To Communion, and she will be in Lund, Sweden, with
Pope Francis, just one week before our service in Des
Moines. Come and be part of this important effort to
help realize the prayer of Jesus, “that all may be one.”
Interested in becoming a member at Sacred Heart?
Please Print
Full Name(s): ______________________________
Age of Children: ____________________________
Email Address: ______________________________
Phone# (H)_______________(C)_______________
Street Address: ____________________________
City: _____________________________________
Zip code: ______________
Please check the best way to reach you:
Email Text Cell phone
Please drop off or mail to the Church office:
1627 Grand Ave. WDM, IA 50265
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
MERCY SUMMIT (SEE BELOW) Are you one of the many people across our diocese who prepare funeral
lunches? Do you volunteer at a local food pantry or clothing closet, bring
communion to the sick or offer time helping at the local hospital or
hospice center?
Millions of acts of mercy, big and small, occur in the Diocese of Des
Moines. As we approach the conclusion of the yearlong Jubilee of Mercy,
Bishop Richard Pates invites all those who extend God's mercy to others
to a gathering called the Mercy Summit for a morning of reflection,
affirmation and encouragement. The Mercy Summit is an opportunity to
pause and prayerfully reflect on this calling and see it expand.
Hear a keynote speaker - Matt Halbach, Ph.D. in Council Bluffs and Cindy
Shaw, M.Min in the Des Moines metro area - and be a part of breakout
sessions that focus on mercy:
- To persons who are sick or imprisoned,
- To those who are hungry or without homes,
- On behalf of those who are most vulnerable, or
- To the refugee and immigrant.
Please register for the Mercy Summit by going to dmdiocese.org and
clicking on Jubilee of Mercy or call 515-237-5046.
BIENVENIDOS
Bienvenidos a todos nuestros visitantes, los recién
llegados y feligreses !!
Si usted es nuevo en nuestra Parroquia y desea ser
miembro de la Iglesia Católica Sagrado Corazón, por
favor pase por la oficina parroquial o llame al 515-225-
6414 para facilitarle el Registro de Nuevo Miembro.
Tenemos programas y actividades disponibles para todas
las edades. Ofrecemos el programa RICA para quienes
deseen convertirse en Católicos. La lista con los nombres
de los miembros del personal pastoral, miembros del
Comité y presidentes de los ministerios y sus números
de telefóno se encuentran bajo esta sección.
SACERDOTES SAGRADO CORAZON
PADRE CHRISTOPHER HARTSHORN, PARROCO [email protected] 225-6414, ext. 310
PADRE LUIS MEJIA,
VICARIO PARROQUIAL [email protected] 225-6414, ext. 313
HORARIOS DE MISA EN FIN DE SEMANA
Sábado…………………………………………………………...……………….4:00 pm
Domingo 8:00, 9:30, 11:15 am; 1:00 pm Misa en Español
Misa Diaria……...………………………......Lunes a Viernes 8:00 am
SACRAMENTO DE RECONCILIACIÓN
Sábado…………………………………..…………………..2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
NÚMEROS TELEFÓNICOS
Teléfono de la Parroquial: 225-6414 Fax: 225-0286
Formación en la Fé para niños…………………….…….…….225-6414
Ministerio de Jóvenes…………………………………….…..…. 225-0546
www.sacredheartwdm.org
SACRAMENTO DEL BAUTISMO
Miembros registrados y participantes de la Parroquia dében
contactar a la oficina parroquial para inscribirse en las clases
obligatorias para Padres y padrinos. A los padres se les pide
comunicar su solicitud antes del nacimiento de sus hijos.
SACRAMENTO DEL MATRIMONIO
Miembros registrados y participantes de la Parroquia, se les
pide contactar a la oficina parroquial con seis meses, o mas
de anticipación de la fecha prevista para el matrimonio.
Clases de preparación matrimonial son requeridas.
RECIEN LLEGADOS
Nuevos parroquianos por favor registrarse por teléfono o en la
oficina parroquial entre las 8:00 am y 3:30 pm . Para cambios de
domicilio, o si dejan la parroquia por favor comunicar a la oficina
paqrroquial al teléfono 515-225-6414
COMITES Y PRESIDENTES DE MINISTERIOS
Si Ud. Esta interesado en pertenecer a algunos de los
Ministerios de la parroquia, favor comunicarse: 515-225-
6414, extension 313.
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En muchas ocasiones los sacerdotes
exhortamos a los fieles cristianos que hay
que estar preparados; porque no sabemos ni
el día ni la hora en que el señor nos va a
llamar a su presencia. Tenemos que estar
conscientes que no pertenecemos a este
mundo, este lugar que habitamos no es
nuestra casa, es un lugar donde estamos de
pasada. Muchas personas viven
obsesionadas en cosas materiales como:
sacar una buena carrera, en la seguridad
financiera, en la educación de los niños, en
comprar una casa de lujo, o el mejor carro.
Y no es que estas cosas no sean necesarias para vivir; pero al final
solo son objetos contingentes. Llegará un tiempo donde todo se
acabara y todos nuestros esfuerzos serán en vano si nos hemos
preparado para llegar a nuestra verdadera patria la Jerusalén
celeste.
Mis queridos hermanos la vida es como una película. Por ejemplo
cuando vamos al cine, será que si un niño llora durante la película,
esta se detiene? no la película continua. Así es la vida hermanos,
esta no se termina esta continua, lo que se termina es nuestro
peregrinar en este mundo. Te has puesto a pensar cuando tiempo
has perdido en cosas pasajeras? Pedro, Santiago, y Juan vieron a
Jesús transfigurarse, y al verlo se dieron cuenta que la tierra en
que ellos Vivian no era el único lugar para vivir; sino que hay otro
lugar para nosotros. Era tanta la emoción de estos hombres que le
pedían a Jesús que hicieran tres chozas para vivir ahí. Hermanos
estén preparados no esperen hasta el último momento para
arrepentirse el señor está tocando la puerta de tu corazón.
Oración de Católicos Regresando a Casa
O Dios de misericordia y compasión, Te damos gracias por el regalo de la
fe.
Conforme comenzamos ésta iniciativa de Católicos Regresando a
Casa, Manda el Espíritu Santo sobre tus parroquias para renovarnos en fe
y amor de ti, el autor de vida.
Permítenos compartir la buena nueva del Evangelio,
Amor y perdón del Padre,
Con palabras amorosas y obras de cariño, Para que Católicos que regresan
puedan ser atraídos a tu Iglesia,
Sentirse parte de la familia Católica, Profundizar su fe por su participación
en los sacramentos y vida parroquial, y seguir el camino de Tu Hijo, Jesús,
Quien es el Camino, la Verdad y la Vida.
Que María Madre de Dios interceda por todos nosotros.
Hacemos nuestra oración por Jesús nuestro Señor. Amen.
