4° Domingo de Adviento 4th Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2018 Dear Family, The Birth of Jesus is now imminent. The tension around it is like that of a woman awaiting the birth of her child. There is expectation and joy. In a couple of days, we will be celebrating that great event of our Salvation. Mary is the focus on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. We can see in Luke’s Gospel, at this early stage before Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem, a whole plan unfold- ing. This is a real plan for our own lives. We are presented with the humility of the mother Mary, and her Son Jesus. It is they, who go to visit, and not they who are visited. There is no question of the trip that Mary takes; it is one of service. Even before He is born, Jesus already comes to serve, not to be served. It is through His service that we will recog- nize Him as Lord, God, and Savior. Later on, in the Gospel of John, He will tell His disciples as He washes their feet, to go and do the same; serve one another. Jesus does all this for us and He invites us to join Him when responds to the Father: “Here I am! I come to do your will.” It is a bold statement on our part, but is one which God Himself will help us to fulfill. Mary herself has already followed her Son, though He is not yet born. When asked as an unmarried virgin, if she is willing to be the mother of Jesus, and assured that, with God, all things are possible, she has already said her flat: Yes! Mary says, let all this happen to me as you have planned it. At this stage, she has no idea what is in store, but she has said her Yes and she will be faithful to it. Reflecting on this, have we said Yes to the Lord’s will for our lives? To discipleship? To living authentic lives for Christ? Contemplating the meaning of Christmas, through the experiences of Jesus and Mary, we learn from them how to say an unqual- ified and unconditional Yes. In this way, we discover where the real joy and happiness of Christmas lies. Otherwise it can re- main a hollow Christmas. Let it be one full of Joy and Blessings! There are plenty of opportunities to get to Holy Mass on the Solemnity of Our Lord’s Nativity. Please see the schedule and find one that is convenient for you and your family. May you all be filled with the grace and joy of this most Holy Season of Christmas! On behalf of the clergy, staff, and myself, we wish you and yours a most blessed Christmas! May He who is born to us, draw you to Himself! God bless you! That’s all for now! Have a blessed Christmas season! In His Joy, Fr. Leon †
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4° Domingo de Adviento 4th Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2018
Dear Family,
The Birth of Jesus is now imminent. The tension around it is like that of a woman awaiting the birth of
her child. There is expectation and joy. In a couple of days, we will be celebrating that great event of
our Salvation. Mary is the focus on this Fourth Sunday of Advent.
We can see in Luke’s Gospel, at this early stage before Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem, a whole plan unfold-
ing. This is a real plan for our own lives. We are presented with the humility of the mother Mary, and
her Son Jesus. It is they, who go to visit, and not they who are visited. There is no question of the trip that Mary takes; it is one
of service. Even before He is born, Jesus already comes to serve, not to be served. It is through His service that we will recog-
nize Him as Lord, God, and Savior. Later on, in the Gospel of John, He will tell His disciples as He washes their feet, to go and
do the same; serve one another. Jesus does all this for us and He invites us to join Him when responds to the Father: “Here I am!
I come to do your will.” It is a bold statement on our part, but is one which God Himself will help us to fulfill.
Mary herself has already followed her Son, though He is not yet born. When asked as an unmarried virgin, if she is willing to be
the mother of Jesus, and assured that, with God, all things are possible, she has already said her flat: Yes! Mary says, let all this
happen to me as you have planned it. At this stage, she has no idea what is in store, but she has said her Yes and she will be
faithful to it. Reflecting on this, have we said Yes to the Lord’s will for our lives? To discipleship? To living authentic lives for
Christ?
Contemplating the meaning of Christmas, through the experiences of Jesus and Mary, we learn from them how to say an unqual-
ified and unconditional Yes. In this way, we discover where the real joy and happiness of Christmas lies. Otherwise it can re-
main a hollow Christmas. Let it be one full of Joy and Blessings!
There are plenty of opportunities to get to Holy Mass on the Solemnity of Our Lord’s Nativity. Please see the schedule and find
one that is convenient for you and your family.
May you all be filled with the grace and joy of this most Holy Season of Christmas! On behalf of the clergy, staff, and myself,
we wish you and yours a most blessed Christmas! May He who is born to us, draw you to Himself! God bless you!
That’s all for now! Have a blessed Christmas season!
In His Joy,
Fr. Leon †
4° Domingo de Adviento 4th Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2018
Ministers—Christmas Eve—Monday, December 24th, 2018 4:30PM Children’s Mass
Sacristans Mary Shockley & Lora Rodriguez
Altar Servers Thomas Palla, Jazlyn Quintana & Catherine Rodriguez
4° Domingo de Adviento 4th Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2018
CHANGES TO PARENT MEETINGS!!
Mandatory Lenten Mission (English)
There has been a change to the requirements for the Sacramental Preparation class, Holy Communion class,
RCIC, and Confirmation I & II. Instead of having monthly meetings with parents, you will need to attend the Len-
ten Mission. The Mission will be Monday April 1st to Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 at 6:00 pm at Sacred Heart
Church. This is a Mandatory Lenten Mission and we will have sign-in sheets for parents. You can attend the Mis-
sion with your family. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lora Rodriguez. Thank you.
Church Office Closed
The Church office will be closed from Friday, December 21st until Tuesday,
January 1st, 2019 for Christmas. Please forgive the inconvenience.
Christmas Break for CCD/RCIA
Christmas break for religious education begins on Tuesday, December 25th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 15th. Please enjoy your Christmas break with your families. We look forward to seeing you back at school after the break ready to learn!
Temporary Tuesday Mass Time Change
The time for the Tuesday daily Mass will change from 9:00AM to 5:30PM
on Tuesday, January 8th, 2019. This change will only be temporary and
will revert to the previous 9:00AM time upon the return of Fr. Leon. We
appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Tuesday, January 1st is the celebration of the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of
God. This is a Holy Day of obligation. This means that it is treated just like a
regular Sunday. We will have a Vigil Mass in Spanish on Monday, December
31st at 5:30PM. Attending this Mass will meet the obligation for attending on
Tuesday. There will be one Mass to celebrate this Feast Day on Tuesday at
10:00AM.
4° Domingo de Adviento 4th Sunday of Advent December 23rd, 2018
Platicas de Catecismo
Las platicas para grados kínder hasta 5 son cada martes 6:00p.m. hasta 7:15p.m. Grados de es-
cuelas intermedia y secundario son cada miércoles 6:00p.m. hasta 7:15p.m. El grupo de jóvenes
es miércoles a las 7:15p.m. hasta 8:30p.m. Catecismo para adultos (RCIA) es miércoles a las
6:00p.m. hasta 7:30p.m.
¡CAMBIOS EN LAS REUNIONES DE PADRES!
Misión Cuaresmal obligatoria (inglés)
Ha habido un cambio en los requisitos para la clase de preparación Sacramental, clase de comunión, CCAI y con-
firmación I & II. En lugar de tener reuniones mensuales con los padres, tendrán que asistir a la Misión Cuaresmal.
La misión será del lunes, 1 de abril hasta el miércoles 3 de abril 2019 a las 6:00 PM en la iglesia del Sagrado Cora-
zón. Esta es una misión Cuaresmal obligatoria y tendremos hojas al inicio de la sesión para los padres. Se puede
asistir a la misión con su familia. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o preocupación por favor póngase en contacto
con Lora Rodríguez. Gracias.
Descanso Navideño para Educación Religiosa
El descanso Navideño para educación religiosa empieza martes, el 25 de diciembre. Las platicas se reanudarán martes, el 15 de diciembre. Por favor, disfruten sus vacaciones Navideños. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos después de Navidad listos para aprender!
Oficina de la Iglesia
La oficina de la iglesia cera cerrado viernes, el 21 de diciembre hasta martes, el 1 de enero, 2019
para las Navidades. Discúlpenos para la inconveniencia.
Misa Santo de Obligación
Martes, el 1 de enero, 2019 es un día Santo de obligación. Vamos a celebrar la solemnidad
de María, madre de Dios. Tratamos este día como un domingo. Vamos a tener una Misa
Vigilia lunes, el 31 de diciembre a las 5:30PM en español. Asistir esta Misa completa su
obligación para asistir el martes. Tenemos una oportunidad pasa asistir la Misa el martes.
Tenemos Misas a las 10:00AM.
Cambio temporario al Horario de Misa
Vamos a cambiar el horario de la Misa de martes de 9:00AM a 5:30PM. Este cambio será
hecho a partir del martes, 8 de enero, 2019. Este cambio dura hasta que regresa el Padre
Leon.
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SIR 3:2-6,12-14 PS 128:1-2,3,4-5 COL 3:12-21 LK 2:41-52
The food pantry operates every Saturday of the month
at 9:00a.m. in an effort to help the less fortunate of God’s
children in out community. Thanks be to God, our Food
Pantry is now the largest in Eastern New Mexico! Anyone
interested in volunteering, please come at 8:30AM or call
Rosie Buchan at 575-309-5040 for further information.
We are in need of volunteer drivers for food box
deliveries as well as help Friday mornings.
The Food Pantry is in need of the following items:
Macaroni and Cheese, canned soup, canned meat, peanut
butter and jelly.
Many thanks to all those who donate their time and goods
to this wonderful ministry!!!
January 1st - Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Thursday of 6th Week of Easter - Ascension of our Lord
August 15th - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
November 1st - All Saints Day
December 8th - Immaculate Conception
December 25th - Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ
Holy
Days of
Obligation
2018
Sacred Heart
Prayer Warriors!
If you or someone you know is in need of prayer, please contact Mary Shockley (575)799-6402. She will place that individual that is in need of prayer into a circle of prayer. Parish-ioners of Sacred Heart Church will then pray for those individuals to Almighty God. This is a won-derful ministry and privilege for us to be able to pray for you.
2018-2019 CCD/Youth Group/RCIA
Schedule
Classes for Kindergarten - 5th grade will meet on
Tuesday evenings from 6:00p.m. to 7:15p.m.
Middle school and High school grades will meet on
Wednesdays from 6:00p.m. to 7:15p.m. Youth
Group will meet on Wednesdays from 7:15p.m. to
8:30p.m. RCIA will also meet on Wednesdays from
6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m. For more information,
please call your Director of Religious Education, Lora Rodriguez at (575)309-8130.
2018 Annual Catholic Appeal
The Annual Catholic Appeal is some-thing that we contribute to on an annual basis. Most of the monies raised go to support the education of our very own Seminarians. Remem-ber, you still have until the last day
of the year to pledge and donate. Any amount is greatly appreciated. Here is what Sacred Heart Church has done thus far. Goal: $37,000 Total Pledged: $30,887 Total Paid: $30,117 Shortfall Anticipated: $6,113 Shortfall Actual: $6,883 Families Registered: 1,255 Families Pledged: 105
