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Sacred Heart Catholic Church 502 2nd Ave SE - Aberdeen, SD
Phone: 605-225-7065 Fax: 605-226-5992 Email: [email protected]
www.sacredheartaberdeen.net Parish Office Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 8:30-4:30 - Friday 8:30-12:30
Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Inviting Everyone to Passionately Live the Gospel
CLERGY
Reverend Andrew Dickinson Pastor
Reverend Michael Kapperman Parochial Vicar
PARISH STAFF Janean Christofferson
Office Manager [email protected]
Paulette Hay
Financial Secretary [email protected]
Chiara Wang Director of
Pastoral/Homebound Ministry
Thomas Eskro Director of
Evangelization & Discipleship [email protected]
Dawn Wanttie Asst. Director of Rel. Education [email protected]
Jeff Swank Maintenance, Grounds & Cemetery
Marcela Faflak Director of Music
Aberdeen Catholic Foundation David Vetch - Executive Director
MASS SCHEDULE Sat. Vigil 5:00pm Sun. 7:30, 9:30, &11:30am
DAILY MASS Mon. 5:30pm, Tues. 7:30am Wed. 12:10pm & 5:30pm
Thur. & Fri. 7:30am, Sat. 8:15am
CONFESSIONS Mon. 5:00pm, Tues. 7:00am,
Wed. 5:00pm Thur. & Fri. 7:00am
Sat. 7:30-8:00am & 3:30-4:30pm
BAPTISM Must attend 1 class - first Thursday of the month, 7:00pm in the parish hall. Call office for info and to register for class.
MARRIAGE -Date must be set 6 months prior to marriage to allow time for classes & formation. Call priests at the office.
CATHOLIC BURIAL -Sacred Heart Cemetery, 605-225-7065
Adoration in the Church-Wed. 6-9pm
Mass times for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Holy Day of Obligation) will be: Monday, December 7 at 5:30pm, Tuesday, December 8 at 7:30am, 12pm, & 5:30pm *******************************************************
DECEMBER 6, 2020
"Why are there so many misconceptions about the Immaculate Concep-tion?
Tuesday, December 8th is the Solemn Feast of the Immaculate Concep-tion, which Catholics everywhere observe as a holy day of obligation. This feast marks the conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary through her parents, Ann and Joachim, by natural means. What is "immaculate" is that God preserved her from Original Sin and all of its effects from the first moment of her conception.
This freedom from sin is important for two reasons: it was fitting that our Lord Jesus Christ should have an Immaculate Mother to bear him and because her freedom from sin allowed her to give a full "yes" to God's plan throughout her life.
It is fitting that our Lady be a Glorious Mother to the only Begotten Son. In the Old Testament the signs of the Old Cove-nant was an amazing ark, covered in gold and carefully arranged by Moses (Exodus 25:10-22). This earthly splendor of golden design honored the Old Covenant, which could only make humanity aware of their sins. How fitting is it that the Blessed Virgin Mary, who carried Jesus, our New and Eternal Covenant, be adorned- not with gold- but with virtue, purity, sanctity, faith, hope, and love? How fitting is it that the Covenant that Saves be even more splendorous?
The Father's gift of the Immaculate Conception to Our Lady was not just freedom from sin as a legal distinction. The Im-maculate Conception was freedom from sin AND the presence of virtue, interior strength and purity, all things necessary to serve God with an undivided heart.
There are many misconceptions about the Immaculate Conception, but make no mistake, it is a singular gift from God to Mary, our Mother, from which we benefit. Let us give thanks to God for such a great gift!"
From the Pastor
WELCOME INTO THE BODY OF CHRIST
Harvey Darren Dell, son of Darren & Madeline Dell, baptized on December 5, 2020 & Saison Jaimi Jiguam Temas baptized on December 6, 2020.
Advent Candles The parish office has Advent candles and rings available for purchase. The set of 4 candles is $4, the ring is $6, or both as a set for $10. Please stop in the parish office if you would like to purchase these items. Happy Advent!!!
PASTORAL & HOMEBOUND CORNER
With great joy, we celebrate the Solemnity of Immaculate Conception Tuesday this week. Saint Luke records Mary’s words to the angel Gabriel, ‘Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” I met a few parishioners who are witnessing Mary's FIAT every day in their homes or nursing homes. Moreover, the bishops of the United States proclaimed Mary, under the title of her Immaculate Conception, the principal patroness of the country in 1846. Let us continue to ask Our Lady to be our special protectress and intercessor, and let us show our love to her in ingenious ways. Happy Feast Day! Chiara
SACRED HEART CEMETERY CORNER
With Advent upon us, thoughts turn to Christmas decorations. Please remember two things when placing wreaths and such on your loved ones gravesites, first this is SD, and we have wind in December, secondly, our cemetery is home to a growing family of deer, so please secure any decorations and do not be surprised if fresh flowers and those that look real are tasted by the wildlife. Please continue to pray for Sacred Heart Ceme-tery, and all of the deceased of our Parish. Thanks, Jeff Swank
MONEY COUNTERS!!! We are back in full swing! Please see which weekend you are assigned and meet after 9:30 mass in the sacristy. Covid guidelines are followed. ******December 13th Team #4 Counts Colletions*****
Regular Offering Comparisons
% Online/ EFT Donations
2019/20 2018/19 % Change Budget 2019/20 2018/19
July $ 54,968 $ 63,406 -13% $ 80,702 33% 17%
Aug $ 98,021 $ 72,518 35% $ 80,702 17% 15%
Sept $ 72,651 $ 80,357 -10% $ 80,702 23% 13%
Oct $ 66,485 $ 67,798 -2% $ 80,702 27% 16%
Totals $292,125 $284,080 2.83% $322,808 18% 11%
A SPECIAL BLESSING will be available after Sunday Masses on the weekend of December 19th and 20th for all who are grieving
a miscarriage or loss of a baby. It will take place immediately after Mass in the small chapel. Know of our prayers for all who suffer
silently. This will be an monthly event on the 3rd Sunday of the month.
THANK YOU to everyone who sup-ported The Pantry’s Thanksgiving Day boxes!! We pro-vided meals for 70
families. Thank you for helping us show Christ through our ministry. God Bless! Brandei Schaefbauer
Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe December 12th - Spanish Mass at 8:15am followed by delicious and authentic Mexican food in parish hall! All are welcome!
SHOWER CHRIST’S LITTLE ONES WITH LOVE We invite you to participate in the 28th Annu-al Advent Baby Shower. Please bring NEW gifts,
newborn to 12 months, and place them in the playpen by the east entrance. These gifts will fill the needs of people in our parish, Catholic Family Services, foster homes, hospitals, Birthright, Free Clinic, domestic shelters, and Native Ameri-can ministries. Thank you for your generosity!!!
Evangelization and Discipleship
December 12 - December 13: Third Sunday of Advent
Communion and Liberation Group Meets most Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm off campus. Con-tact Thomas at [email protected] or in the office at 605-225-7065 for details.
Retreat Opportunities
Broom Tree Retreat Center Upcoming Men’s Silent Retreats:
Feb 18-21, 2021 April 15-18, 2021
Upcoming Women’s Silent Retreats: Feb 4-7, 2021 March 4-7, 2021 2021 Dates are now open and available!
Register now as they fill quickly
More info and registration at https://broom-tree.org/
In the Silence, God Speaks
The Abbey of the Hills
Day of Recollection - Tuesday, Dec. 15th Upcoming Retreats/Events information and registration at www.abbeyofthehills.org/
Rediscover Peace
CGS Level 1 Formation Coming to Sacred Heart We are excited to be bringing Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 - Part A formation to Sacred Heart this coming July 12-17, 2021 (Par t B will be the fol-lowing July). More info on our website, sacredheartaber-deen.net/cgs. Contact the office to register!
Men’s Vocation Discernment Retreat What is God’s call for you? It’s time to find out! The Diocese of Sioux Falls Vocations Office is hosting a vocation discern-ment retreat, directed by Fr. Scott Traynor, for Men age 18 and older at Broom Tree Retreat Center from December 10-12, 2020. Cost is $80 - financial assistance available if need-ed. Register at seminarydiscernmentre-treat2020.splashthat.com/ or by contacting the parish office.
Advent 2020 Resources and Events
Magnificat Advent Companions and copies of ’Joy to the World’ by Scott Hahn are located in the Social Hall for your prayer/reading during this Advent season. Available until supplies run out. More info available on our web-site: www.sacredheartaberdeen.net/advent-2020
Vespers/Organ Recital Today! Come experience and pray with transcendent beauty to-night, Sunday December 6
th at 5pm. We will welcome
Benton Schmidt as a guest organist during our Advent Vespers prayer, who will play works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Jehan Titelouze, Jeanne Demessieux, Marcel Dupré and Heinrich Scheidemann. ‘Vespers’ is evening prayer from the liturgy of the hours, the prayer of the Church. Handouts will be available—no previous experi-ence with the liturgy of the hours is needed.
Benton Schmidt is an organist currently studying at the Universi-ty of Notre Dame for his Master’s degree in Sacred Music. He previously served as music director at Holy Family Church in Mitchell, SD, and is pleased to be back making music in the area. Originally from Fargo, ND, he began playing piano at the age of 5, and earned his undergraduate degree in piano performance from North Dakota State University in 2017. Benton is passionate about promoting the singing of Gregorian chant in the Catholic Church, and hopes to spend his life as an organist and cantor
somewhere in the upper Midwest.
Cor Jesu - Youth Large Group Nights All youth (grades 7-12) of the parish and community are invited to join us for youth large group nights monthly throughout the year. Our next night will be on Wednesday, December 16th from 7-9pm in the social hall. Games, fellowship, teaching, and adoration will round out a great evening!
5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:30 AM
Usher
Dennis Biedenfeld Terrance Lacher Dean Maag Jeffrey Schooler
Rodney Artz Jon Hansen Steven Nemmers Doug Traphagen
Douglas Berkley Clarence Fjeldheim Paul Marnette Tom Werlinger
Maria Mata LeRoy McComsey Kap Scherr Dustin Wirt
Lector Scott Solberg (1) Rory King (1) Dwight Kvasnicka (1) Randy Holsing (1)
Altar Server Benjamin Goebel Ryan Goldade (sub req.) Cade Young
Jarod McFarland Kaleb Norton Matthew Peterson
Zane Backous Amelia Duncan Brittany Kiesz
Samuel Goulding Brian Holmstrom Christian Wells
Covid Trained EM's
Barry Eske Monica Eske
NOT NEEDED Patty Martin Cheryl Ochsner
Barbara Forred Robert Graham
Rosary Leader NOT FILLED Susan King Margaret Moore Jeffrey Harms
MISC. PARISH HAPPENINGS Aberdeen Right to Life No meetings at this time. Family Rosary - 7:00pm Tuesday December 8, at Sacred Heart Serra Club 9:00am meets on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month at Sacred Heart Parish Hall Knights of Columbus Good news! You can now join the KCs online in a couple of minutes! Check it out at KofC.org/Joinus and join the worlds largest lay-Catholic organization. Contact Barry Coughlin at 216-2837 for more information. Catholic Daughters of the Americas For information contact Nancy Vander Hoek at 377-3218 Anointing of the Sick After Mass 1st Sat. of the month Cemetery Hours Sun-up to sun-down Young Catholic Adults 7-8pm on the 2nd Tues. of the month Prayer Shawl - 1st Saturday each month, 9-11am Women’s Group - Meets 6:30am on Saturdays, parish hall Men’s Group - Meets 6:00am on Tuesdays, parish hall St. Mary & Martha (formerly Band 6-8) Any ladies interested in joining or learning more can contact Karen Marnette, Promoter. St. Theresa of Calcutta (formerly Band 10) will meet the 4th Monday of the month at 7pm. Eucharistic Apostles Of Divine Mercy Prayer Group will meet the first Sunday of each month at 2pm in the bridal room. Contact James Raba at 605-381-9633 for more information.
Schedule Of Masses Week Of December 7th Mon. 5:30pm Int. Mike Nerland Tues. 7:30am Int. Rausch Family Tues. 12:00pm † Henry & Clara Simon Tues. 5:30pm † David L. Stevens Jr. Wed. 12:00 † Al Walman Wed. 5:30pm † Anthony Schmidt Thur. 7:30am † Pat McHugh Fri. 7:30am Int. Juan & Naty Torres Sat. 8:15am † Dianne Anderson Third Sunday of Advent Sat. 5:00pm † Catholic Daughters of America (100th Anniv) Sun. 7:30am † Don & Dot Meyer Sun. 9:30am Sacred Heart Parish Sun. 11:30am † Pat McHugh
SUPPORT & HELP Rachel’s Vineyard is for women & men who suffer from the pain of previous abortions. Call 1-800-700-7867. Natural Family Planning Classes: Learn more about a way of re-sponsible parenthood that is supported by the Catholic Church. Call 226-2232 or 225-7065. Annulments: A possible 2nd chance for mar r iage in the Catholic Church. Call 225-7065. Catholic Family Services: Call 226-1304
Readings for the week of December 6, 2020 Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11/Ps 85:9-10, 11-12, 13-14 [8]/2 Pt 3:8-14/Mk 1:1-8 Monday: Is 35:1-10/Ps 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14 [Is 35:4f]/Lk 5:17-26 Tuesday: Gn 3:9-15, 20/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [1]/Eph 1:3-6, 11-12/Lk 1:26-38 Wednesday: Is 40:25-31/Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8 and 10 [1]/Mt 11:28-30 Thursday: Is 41:13-20/Ps 145:1 and 9, 10-11, 12-13ab [8]/Mt 11:11-15 Friday: Is 48:17-19/Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6 [cf. Jn 8:12]/Mt 11:16-19
Saturday: Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/Jdt 13:18bcde, 19 [15:9d]/Lk 1:26-38 or Lk 1:39-47
Next Sunday: Is 61:1-2a, 10-11/Lk 1:46-48, 49-50, 51-54 [Is 61:10b]/1 Thes 5:16-24/Jn 1:6-8, 19-28
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
Instilling Catholic Values and promoting academic excellence BY NURTURING MIND, BODY, AND SOUL.
RONCALLI WEEKLY CALENDAR December 7-11, 2020
Mon Dec. 7: 7-12 grade Christmas Concert, at RHS, 7pm Tues Dec. 8: Immaculate Conception Mass Schedule RHS Mass, 9:15 am RES Mass, 12:00 pm RPS Mass, 12:20 pm K-2 grade Christmas Concert, at RHS, 6pm 3-6 grade Christmas Concert, at RHS, 7pm Wed Dec. 9: Early Dismissal for all grades, 1pm ACSS School Board Mtg, at RHS, 3:30 pm Thur Dec. 10: Junior Class retreat, 8am Fri Dec. 11: Help take a child to school No Uniform Day Basketball Double Header, RHS gym, 4:00 pm- JV girls, 5:15 pm- JV boys, 6:30 pm Varsity girls, 8:00 pm Varsity boys *Save the date: 2021 Roncalli Ball, Gratitude Gala on your calendar. Friday, April 23 beginning at 5:30pm at the DEC. Contact the ACSS Central Office to be-come a sponsor or reserve your spot at the Ball. 226-2100, [email protected]. $85 per ticket. 2021 Catholic United Financial Catholic Schools Raffle will take place January 15-February 15. The tickets are $5.00 and all monies raised stay with the school system. There is a chance to win many fabulous prizes. Contact the Develop-ment Office to purchase your tickets, 226-2100
RONCALLI NEARLY NEW
This week half priced Christmas Décor! We appreciate your donations and your business. Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs and Sat. 12:00-4:00
We are located at 220 1/2 North Main, Aberdeen
THE PANTRY NEEDS Peanut Butter, Jellies, Canned Fruit (peaches, pears, applesauce, fruit cocktail), Graham Crackers, Saltine Crackers, Soups, Chili,
Hamburger Helpers, Canned Veggies (beans, corn, carrots, peas), Canned Meats (chicken, tuna, turkey, spam, pork) and
Toilet Paper *Monetary donations are very much appreciated also* We are open Tues/Thurs from 10-2. Contact Brandei for more info 605-290-6501
CHRISTMAS FLOWER DEDICATIONS We invite those who wish to make donations in honor of loved ones during the Christmas season to please do so. Dedications may name one person, a couple, or family group. All names will be printed in the church bulletin. Honorees may be living or deceased. Please use this form to send your gift to the parish office or put in the regular collection.
Enclosed is my gift of $___________, to be used for the Christmas flowers at Sacred Heart.
In memory of or in dedication to:
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
From:___________________________________________