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REGISTRATION FOR NEW PARISHIONERS:

If you are new to the parish, we welcome you. You may come as a stranger to us, yet you are known to Our Lord, Jesus Christ—there are no strangers in grace—in His name we pray you will find peace, hospitality and friendship with us. You are invited to register at Sacred Heart after any Mass on the weekend, just stop by the Welcome Desk in the Lobby.

SACRAMENTS:

Visit our website, www.sacredheart.us for the sacrament page and information about becoming Catholic, Baptisms, Marriage, and PREP. If you would prefer, you may call the parish office at 610-932-5040 for details.

THE SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: If a loved one is dealing with a serious illness, it is wise to notify the parish office as soon as possible. This sacrament is intended by the Church to be a comfort and strength to people during their illness, not to be held out as “Last Rites”.

Sacred Heart Church 203 Church Road Oxford, PA 19363

Website: www.sacredheart.us Phone: 610-932-5040

E-mail: info@sacredheart.us

September 23, 2018 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Pastor: Rev. Michael F. Hennelly Deacons: Rev. Mr. Anthony Raymundo & Deacon Justin J. Watkins Weekend Assistants: Rev. Joseph Shenosky & Rev. John Franey

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm Sunday at 7:45 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am & 12:00 noon

Daily Mass

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 am Tuesday 7:00 pm Friday 8:30 am

Reconciliation

Saturdays 4:00 — 4:40 pm

SACRED HEART PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Friday 8:30 am - 1:30 pm (Closed for lunch from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mon - Thurs)

“Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.”

Mark 9:30-37

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Bulletin Submission Guidelines Bulletin ad submissions are due by Monday at 12:00 noon the week you would like the ad to appear. Ads should be fully complete with all information details (date, time, location, group/event name) fully edited and in a Microsoft Word format if possible. Please do not send a PDF file. There is no way to edit for space/size or use any logos or images you’ve included if you send a PDF. Call Beth in the office with any questions at 610-932-5040.

Pre-Jordan with Father Mike

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 Parish Hall

Doors open at 6:15 pm for check-in and paper-work with our class beginning

promptly at 6:30 pm. Families and parents seeking the Sacrament of Baptism for their children are invited to attend. Please contact Beth in the Parish Office to register at 610-932-5040.

On behalf of Archbishop Charles Chaput, this commentary piece is shared from CatholicPhilly.com. The piece was written by a lay Catholic from within our Archdiocese in response to recent issues affecting the life of our Church. I suppose it is just another paradox of life that to get anything done in this world one must obtain and exercise power. And as soon as you do, your path to corruption begins. I have been thinking about this a lot in connection with our church. Boston, Philadelphia, Ireland — all places where the church had real temporal influence, where priests, bishops and archbishops were respected, honored and trusted. Local churches strug-gling in out-of-the-way places don’t seem to have fallen into the den of iniquity like these big influential archdioceses have. It’s possible that it is just not reported on, but I doubt it. I would imagine that a pastor in 1970s Alabama didn’t enjoy the presumption of trustworthiness that a pastor in Ardmore, Penn-sylvania enjoyed. As a result, this probably made our hypothetical priest a little tougher, a little more focused on the job. Maybe even a little holier? Who knows. A work colleague recently traveled to Ireland and Scotland. In Ireland, the magnificent church was almost empty, and the only young people present were dragged there by parents. The priest lamented the lack of attendance by the next generation and frankly had no answers, and according to my colleague, seemed despondent. In Scotland, the church was packed and vibrant. Catholicism has been a minority faith in Scotland for generations and cannot presume to command the allegiance of a majority of the citizens. Small, focused, holy communities — I have sensed it while at-tending church in South Carolina. These anecdotes reinforce a creeping sense that our church may have to shrink to holiness. I am 57 years old. Pope John Paul II was elected while I was in high school. There was a man who obtained power and wielded it, but he didn’t seem ever to be corrupted by it. Perhaps his power was deeper and richer, a power based on the Word and not on the world. Maybe in Philadelphia, in Boston, and in other big American cities we got too close to power, too comfortable with worldly success. I also think a lot about the responsibility that the laity have for this situation. It’s easy, and sometimes even appropriate, to ex-press anger at the priests who acted in depraved ways and for leaders who failed to stop it or who enabled it. But what part did we play in the creation of a culture that would permit this to occur? The laity were too deferential in many ways to the clergy and to the institutional church. We sent our children to Catholic schools, we went to Mass and thought our duty ended there. We failed to demand accountability. I am afraid our lack of paying attention has created other problems that are yet to be revealed. I can’t begin to imagine the scale of financial malfeasance. When a body is sick and corrupt in one part it generally affects other parts. Too much cash flowing through the system, like too much rich food flowing through the body, tends to make the body sluggish and susceptible to a continuing need to be fed in such a manner. What this all means for bishops I do not know. I do know we need holy men more than ever. Archbishop Charles Chaput will no doubt be required to guide the Archdiocese of Philadelphia through some rough water; all options for shepherding this unwieldy structure are to be considered, I suppose. It would have been easier to be archbishop during good times, when the church was growing and the bad news wasn’t ever-present. Easier, but not more ennobling. I can’t really explain why I write this letter, but I feel a need to respond somehow. Anything that distracts Catholics and potential Catholics from the message is a problem. We have 2,000 years of the richest intellectual and spiritual wealth, and we have to pre-serve and propagate it. It may be presumptuous of me to write these thoughts, but I don’t know what else to do. Thomas A. Kennedy is a member of St. Monica Parish, Berwyn.

From The Archdiocese

Sunday, September 23rd PREP - following 9:00 am Mass - School AA (open) - 6:30 pm - Parish Hall Monday, September 24th SHS - Picture Retakes Tuesday, September 25th Eucharistic Adoration - 8:00 am to 6:45 pm - Church PREP - 5:50 pm - School RCIA - 7:30 pm - Parish Hall Wednesday, September 26th Pre-Jordan - 6:30 pm - Parish Hall Adult Choir - 7:00 pm - Church Charismatic Prayer Group - 7:30 pm - Chapel Knights of Columbus General Meeting - 7:30 pm - Parish Hall Thursday, September 27th Children’s Choir - 3:00 pm - Church Friday, September 28th Legion of Mary - 9:00 am - Parish Hall BB - Open Classroom at pickup Saturday, September 29th Ministry Fair + Refreshments following Mass - Parish Hall Sunday, September 30th Ministry Fair + Refreshments following Masses - Parish Hall AA (open) - 6:30 pm - Parish Hall BB = Bright Beginnings: 610-932-2095 SHS = Sacred Heart School: 610-932-3633

Sat., Sept. 22nd - Vigil Mass

5:00 pm Deacon Frank Murphy

Sun., Sept. 23rd - 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

7:45 am Guenter Klees

9:00 am The People of Sacred Heart

10:30 am Living & Deceased members of the Watkins Family

12:00 pm Margaret Sutton

Mon., Sept. 24th - Weekday

8:00 am Lawrence Kirk

Tues., Sept. 25th - Weekday

7:00 pm Deacon George Taylor

Wed., Sept. 26th - Weekday

8:00 am Helen Cresto

Thur., Sept. 27th - St. Vincent de Paul, Priest

8:00 am Linda Bloh

Fri., Sept. 28th - Weekday

8:30 am Joseph Ferraro

Sat., Sept. 29th- Sts. Michael, Gabriel & Raphael-Archangels

5:00 pm Joann DiLiberto

Sun., Sept. 30th - 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

7:45 am Katharina Klees

9:00 am The People of Sacred Heart

10:30 am Anne & Ed Caulfield

12:00 pm Julie O’Connell

Donna Seng, Ruthann Miller, Yvonne Beaudet Edward & Carol Painter, Rita Marra

Jeanette Shirk, Joe Stanley, Ted Goldman, Michael Wiciak, Eileen Myrtetus, Lynn Fallows

Barbara Fry-Clingenpeel, Kay Atkinson, Charles Nelson Robert Halpin, Joanne Kennel, Randi Renfroe,

Louise Casagrande, Howard Joyce, Renee Pellas John Marcheski, Mary Whiteside, Meghan Gamble,

Diane DeVirgilis, Justine Wareham Smith, The Magilton Family, Baby Levi Colon, Vincent Nowroozi

Justin Erikson, Susan Curran, The Shortell Family Bud Lyon, Frank Placchetti, Tommy Reilly,

Mary Grace Charron, Todd Shelly, Lucas Reiner, Roxanne Magro, Cristen Wooleyhan, Peter J. Hughes

Kevin Malone, Virginia Basilio, Judy Ivins, Carl H. Burton, Darlene D'Amore, Colin Falla

Francis (Hank) Collins, Mary Plumley, Beth Van Woert Sheryl Bond, Laura Chambers, Erma Lawrence,

Pat (Ferguson) Kline, John E. Walsh, Barbara Smith

Our deceased, all serving in our military,

and all parishioners with special needs.

Safe Environment Protecting God’s Children for Adults - Part 1

October 29th - Parish Hall Sign-In begins at 5:45 pm

Class begins promptly at 6:00 pm All church personnel and volunteers who have regular contact with children must complete this one-time training. To register, please go to: www.virtus.org A link can also be found on our website under the Mission Ministry tab and Safe Environment. If you have questions, you may contact our Safe Environment Coordinator, Mrs. Claudia Karat at 610-932-5040 or via email at claudiakarat.sacredheart@gmail.com.

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Sacred Heart Parish Giving

September 15th/16th Sunday:: $10,000.91

Black & Indian Missions: $1,088.00 Poor Box: $203.00

Thank you for your continued generosity!

From Friday, August 3, 2018 to Fri-day, September 28, 2018, the weekly Call to Prayer will be adapted as a nine-week Novena for the Legal Protection of Human Life. In addition to the

current invitation to fast on Fridays, participants are encour-aged to pray one Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be for the intention of the novena. Those wishing to join this 9 week prayer effort or wishing to view Cardinal Dolan’s full statement, please visit www.usccb.org/pray. Participants will also be provided with weekly opportunities to learn more about Roe v. Wade, and share that information with their representatives.

Stewardship & Ministry

Eucharistic Adoration

“Whenever I go to the chapel, I put myself in the presence of our good Lord, and I say to him, “Lord, I am here. Tell me what you would have me to do … And then, I tell God everything that is in my heart. I tell him about my pains and joys, and then I listen. If you listen, God will also speak to you.” (St Catherine Laboure). You, too, can visit with Him during Eucharistic Adoration which is open to all and is held every Tuesday from 8:00 am until 6:45 pm. Nothing is needed to do this but an open heart to Our Lord Jesus Christ.

We are presently in need of adorers for 10:00 am & 8:15 pm.

We would like to extend the Adoration hours on Tuesday evening.

Immediately, following the 7 pm mass, the Blessed Sacrament will

be exposed until 9 pm. If you are interested in becoming an adorer

or would just like to know more about Eucharistic Adoration, contact

Joann Di Liberto at 610 932 8962. Additionally, you may complete

the form found in the Narthex, on the side of the grey box, labeled

Eucharistic Adoration. After completing this form, just place it in

the box and Joann will contact you.

Sacred Heart Ministry Fair

September 29th & 30th “Walking With Jesus”

Please come and meet our Coordinators and enjoy some wonderful conversation about our Ministry opportunities here at Sacred Heart. We will also have information tables if you or someone you know would like to obtain Mass Cards, Sacramental Info or Register with our Parish.

Saturday: Fellowship with light refreshments after 5:00 pm Mass in the Parish Hall Sunday: Fellowship with a Donut Social after all Masses in the Parish Hall

What better way to Volunteer than serving in the Lord’s House because after all, “The Heart of a Volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of their commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” DeAnn Hollis

God bless you and your families and we hope to see you next weekend!

Jessica found herself with an unplanned pregnancy and threatened with being kicked out of her grandparents home if she kept the baby. Faced with homelessness, Jessica had nowhere to turn. Her family was pressuring her to terminate the pregnancy, and telling her that her life would be far better without another child. They told her: “We don’t need any more grandkids.” Jessica needs a safe place to stay and take care of herself and the child in her womb. The Legacy of Life Foundation Baby Bottle Drive will begin the weekend of October 7th. This will be your op-portunity to play a role in Jessica’s story. On October 7th, please take a bottle, fill it with your loose change, cash or checks made payable to Legacy of Life Foundation, and return it the weekend of October 14th. Your gift saves lives and transforms families!

Congratulations to our newly Baptized:

Charles J. Soulliard Oliver Buffum

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Faith and Community

You can find us at: Website: www.sacredheart.us Facebook: www.facebook.com/sacredheartoxford Twitter: SH Parish Oxford

Instagram: sacredheartoxford Email: info@sacredheart.us myParish App - for Apple & Android -Text “app” to 88202 to download. FORMED.org - Use Sacred Heart Parish Code: HYDX3W

The Catholic Tent Revival October 7th

12:00 pm - 7:30 pm Malvern Retreat House Grounds

This is a FREE event for individuals and families endorsed by Archbishop Charles Chaput. Under a 1,000 person tent, Mass will be celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Senior, Rosary in conjunction with The National Rosary Crusade, confessions in the field, adoration and a national line-up of speakers including Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Jesse Romero, Fr. James Blount and Johnette Benkovic. Music by Teresa Peter-son and her band, and Marty Rotella, a 3-time Grammy nominee. Lay witnesses by Kathleen McCarthy and Jennifer Hubbard. FREE parking at Radnor Hunt Club w/shuttle buses all day. Food trucks. Inspirational teaching and music by the Donut man for children un-der 10 years of age. We are encouraging registration at www.malvernretreat.com or by calling 610-644-0400.

Malvern Retreat House 315 S. Warren Ave. Malvern, PA 19355

Flu Vaccines Protect You and Your Family The Chester County Health Department is hosting flu vaccine clinics at the Government Services Center in West Chester as well as community clinics. The #1 way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated each year. Local Flu Vaccine Clinics Open to the Public:

October 4th - Unionville High School - 750 Unionville Road, Kennett Square - 3:00 to 7:00 pm October 5th - Oxford Union Fire Company #1 - 315 Market Street, Oxford - 5:30 - 8:00 pm October 11th - Octorara Senior High school - 226 Highland Road, Atglen - 2:30 - 6:00 pm October 18th - Kennett High School - 100 E. South Street, Kennett Square - 2:30 - 6:30 pm

October 25th - Avon Grove High School - 257 State Road, West Grove - 2:30 - 6:30 pm

Open to everyone aged 6 months and older

Bring your Insurance Card

No-charge vaccine for those without Insurance

Chester County Health Department: 610-344-6252 or www.chesco.org/flu

Charismatic Mass & Healing Service Wednesday October 10, 2018

Assumption BVM Church 300 State Road, West Grove, PA

(wheelchair accessible)

Praise & Worship 6:30 pm

Holy Mass 7:00 pm For questions, please contact Jean Gottel at 610-507-2486 or via email at gotbean77@yahoo.com.

“Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.” (Jer. 17:14)

Creighton Model

FertilityCare System

Looking for an authentic and holistic approach to your fertility? Or a natural alternative for family planning?

Women and couples turn to Creighton for various reasons, some of which include: the impact of synthetic contraception on health and fertility, religious opposition to the use of contraceptives, or the desire to live clean and protect the environment. There will be an Intro Session at St. Patrick’s Church in Kennett Square on October 2, 2018 at 7:00 pm. Space is limited so please call to reserve your spot! Contact Kaitlyn Sceski, FCPI, at 484-889-9519 or Kaitlyn.sceski@gmail.com. Introductory Sessions are also scheduled by appointment if needed.