SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 2621 BAGBY AVE. WACO, TEXAS 76711

CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST SUNDAY MASSES: 5:30 p.m. (Vigil in

English) 8:00 a.m. (Spanish) 10:00 a.m. (English) 12:00 p.m. (Spanish) 2:30 p.m. (Spanish)

WEEKDAY MASSES: Wednesday through Friday @ 12:00 p.m..

Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament on First Fridays @ 11:00 a.m.

SACRAMENT of PENANCE SUNDAY:7:00 AM to 2:00

PM Anytime before Mass, time permitting.

MONDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

TUESDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Anytime before or after the Noon Mass

THURSDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Anytime before or after the Noon Mass

FRIDAY:9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Anytime before or after the Noon Mass

SATURDAY:4:30 PM to 5:15 PM Confessional in church

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Parents & Godparents need to attend a pre-baptism instruction class. Call the parish office to register.

SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples are asked to call the parish office to receive information.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK If you are seriously ill, will have a major surgery, are old aged or in danger of death, call the priest.

PHONE: 756-2656 | RECTORY: 313-1344 | FAX: 254 756-6302 | EMAIL: sacredheartwaco@yahoo.com.

Visit us on our NEW webpage: www.sacredheartwaco.com

PASTOR: FR. BENJIE • DEACONS: LORENZO GARCIA & TONY AROCHA

November 11, 2018 Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time THE CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP The core vocation in the Gospel of Mark is the vocation, or call, to discipleship. Today’s Gospel passage provides us with one last example of what the vocation to discipleship means, and one example of what it doesn’t mean. A destitute widow shows us that discipleship means following Jesus’ way of service, even if it requires giving one’s livelihood (or life). The scribes show us by their bad example that discipleship should entail a vocation to extend God’s care to those who are most in need. In our reading from the book of Kings another widow and her son are close to death. They too give what little they have, but they are rewarded by Elijah with food enough for a year. And the reading from the Letter to the Hebrews reminds us that Jesus sacrificed his life “to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him” (Hebrews 9:28). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — The widow of Zarephath had only a handful of flour and a little oil, but made a little cake for Elijah (1 Kings 17:10-16). Psalm — Praise the Lord, my soul! (Psalm 146). Second Reading — Christ will appear a second time to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him (Hebrews 9:24-28). Gospel — This poor widow put in more than all the other contributors (Mark 12:38-44 [41-44]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Ti 1:1-9; Ps 24:1b-4ab, 5-6; Lk 17:1-6 Tuesday: Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Ps 37:3-4, 18, 23, 27, 29; Lk 17:7-10 Wednesday: Ti 3:1-7; Ps 23:1b-6; Lk 17:11-19 Thursday: Phlm 7-20; Ps 146:7-10; Lk 17:20-25 Friday: 2 Jn 4-9; Ps 119:1-2, 10-11, 17-18; Lk 17:26-37 Saturday: 3 Jn 5-8; Ps 112:1-6; Lk 18:1-8 Sunday: Dn 12:1-3; Ps 16:5, 8-11; Heb 10:11-14, 18; Mk 13:24-32

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time; Veterans Day; Remembrance Day (Canada) Monday: St. Josaphat Tuesday: St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Thursday: St. Albert the Great Friday: St. Margaret of Scotland; St. Gertrude Saturday: St. Elizabeth of Hungary TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Veterans Day began with the signing of a symbolic treaty between the Allies and Germany ending World War I (then called the “Great War”) on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. The auspicious date was actually a well-established religious holiday, the feast of Saint Martin of Tours, a beloved soldier saint of the army of Rome. After World War II, Armistice Day was changed to Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in Britain, but of course the feast of Saint Martin endures. Martin was named after Mars, the god of war, and against the advice of his parents he went on his own to church. He became a catechumen at the age of ten. By fifteen he was enlisted in the cavalry in France. Coming across a poor man, Martin had an impulse to divide his bright red soldier’s cape and clothe him. He later had the insight that he had served Christ, and the other half of his cape became a lifelong sign to him of his duty to serve the poor. Housed in a tiny church capella or “chapel,” the cape became a great object of pilgrimage on the way to Compostella, and a favored place for the prayers of soldiers. Martin was not so eager to serve as bishop as he had been as a soldier, and legend says that he hid in a barn filled with geese to avoid episcopal election. To this day, the customary meal for November 11 is goose! Traditionally, this is the last feast day before winter closes in, and begins a period of fasting once known as “Saint Martin’s Lent” or “Martinmas,” that later developed into the season of Advent. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. A GOOD STORY Christianity is the story of beggars who tell other beggars where to find bread. —Anonymous

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 11, 2018 The LORD keeps faith forever, secures justice for the oppressed, gives food to the hungry. — Psalm 146:7

11 de noviembre de 2018 Trigésimo Segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario LLAMADOS A SER DISCÍPULOS La vocación central en el Evangelio según san Marcos es la vocación, o el llamado de ser discípulos. El pasaje del Evangelio de hoy nos brinda por lo menos un ejemplo de qué significa la vocación de ser discípulo y un ejemplo de lo que no significa. Una viuda pobre nos muestra que ser un buen discípulo significa seguir el camino de servicio de Jesús, incluso si implica entregar todo lo que tenemos para vivir (o incluso nuestra vida). Los letrados nos muestran con su mal ejemplo que ser un buen discípulo implica la vocación de hacer llegar el cuidado de Dios a los más necesitados. En nuestra lectura del libro de los Reyes otra viuda y su hijo corren peligro de morir. Ellos también entregan lo poco que tienen, pero son recompensados por Elías con comida suficiente para un año. Y la lectura de la carta a los hebreos nos recuerda que Jesús sacrificó su vida “para salvación de aquellos que lo aguardan” (Hebreos 9:28). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — El profeta Elías pide a una viuda pobre que le dé algo de beber y un poco de pan. (1 Reyes 17:10-16). Salmo — Alaba, alma mía, al Señor (Psalm 146 [145]). Segunda lectura — Cristo se sacrificó una sola vez para borrar todos los pecados de los humanos. (Hebreos 9:24-28). Evangelio — El óbolo de la viuda de unos cuántos centavos es mucho más grande que todas las otras donaciones porque en su pobreza (Marcos 12:38-44 [41-44]). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical © 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados. LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Tit 1:1-9; Sal 24 (23):1b-4ab, 5-6; Lc 17:1-6 Martes: Tit 2:1-8, 11-14; Sal 37 (36):3-4, 18, 23, 27, 29; Lc 17:7-10 Miércoles: Tit 3:1-7; Sal 23 (22):1b-6; Lc 17:11-19 Jueves: Flm 7-20; Sal 146 (145):7-10; Lc 17:20-25 Viernes: 2 Jn 4-9; Sal 119 (118):1-2, 10-11, 17-18; Lc 17:26-37 Sábado: 3 Jn 5-8; Sal 112 (111):1-6; Lc 18:1-8 Domingo: Dn 12:1-3; Sal 16 (15):5, 8-11; Heb 10:11-14, 18; Mc 13:24-32

LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Trigésimo Segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario; Día de los Veteranos Lunes: San Josafat Martes: Santa Francisca Xavier Cabrini Jueves: San Alberto Magno Viernes: Santa Margarita de Escocia; Santa Gertrudis Sábado: Santa Isabel de Hungría TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE Antes de regresar a la derecha del Padre, Jesús prometió estar con sus discípulos siempre. Esta es una promesa que él ha mantenido de diversas maneras, estando con nosotros por su Espíritu, por su palabra, en nuestro corazón. Pero Jesús también desea estar con sus siervos de una manera física y real, es por eso que en su Última Cena tomó pan y vino consagrándolos como su cuerpo y sangre. La Eucaristía que Jesús inauguró el Jueves Santo continúa consagrándose día tras día en las manos de sacerdotes santos y ni tan santos. No es la dignidad del cura que importa sino, la generosidad de Cristo que desea estar con sus fieles. Uno de estos fieles, el joven uruguayo Walter Elías Chango Rondeau, (1921-1939) en sus pocos años de vida encontró consuelo en el hecho de que Dios se entrega a sí mismo en la comunión. Según testigos, Walter animaba a sus compañeros a la reconciliación y la Eucaristía. Hablaba tan elocuentemente del Santísimo Sacramento, que parecía sacerdote. Siendo laico, él supo ejercer su sacerdocio bautismal. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. UNA BUENA HISTORIA La fe cristiana es la historia de unos mendigos que les dicen a otros mendigos dónde encontrar pan. —Anónimo CULTIVO UNA ROSA BLANCA Cultivo una rosa blanca, en julio como en enero, Para el amigo sincero, que me da su mano franca, Y para el cruel que me arranca el corazón con que vivo, Cardo ni oruga cultivo, cultivo una rosa blanca. —José Martí

Trigésimo Segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 11 de noviembre de 2018 El Señor siempre es fiel a su palabra, y es quien hace justicia al oprimido; él proporciona pan a los hambrientos. — Salmo 146 (145):7

Saturday November 10th 5:30 pm § For our parish—Pro Populi Sunday November 11th 8:00 am § For the immigrants 10:00 am † Father Leonard Leddy † Ricky Jasso † Mathew Barrera by Elidia Perez § For the intention of Hunter Tunmire, Riley Teer & Melinda Gordan † Candido G. Riveria Jr. by Becky Morris § In Thanksgiving for the 78th Birthday of Raymond Reust by his children 12:00 pm † Tina Maria Turrubiartes by the Familia Turrubiartes 2:30 pm § For those discerning vocations to Holy Orders and religious life

Breakfast is being prepared and served by the Guada-lupanas. Breakfast is a great weekly fundraiser for our parish. Do not miss your chance to fellowship and enjoy a delicious breakfast! A Special Thank you goes out to everyone who helped with last weeks breakfast! Thank you for all your help!

Bishop Joe Vásquez has callled for a Year of Reparation, beginning Nov. 1, 2018. When is the Year of Repara-tion? The Year of Reparation began on November 1, the Solemnity of All Saints, when we will seek prayers of the saints in heaven in support of our efforts of reparation. The year will end on October 31, 2019, although it is hoped that acts of reparation will continue after this date. Top of the Document What is reparation? Acts under-taken through prayer, penance and mercy to amend or atone for the sins committed by oneself or others to repair damage caused in relationship with the person(s) harmed by the sin. This includes damage caused in our relation-ship with God, the Church and society.

Have you participated to our Annual Catholic Ser-vices Appeal yet? Your gift to the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) helps to sustain Catholic schools, religious education, ministerial formation, and initiatives for life, peace and justice. Please make a pledge to the 2018-2019 Catholic Services Appeal. Your donations are carefully spent; it is money for God’s work, and we use it accordingly. Your contributions are deeply appreciated, very much needed and make a real difference in the lives of many.

The Knights of Columbus is holding their 2nd annual Food Drive during the month Novem-ber. Last year 930 lbs of non-perishable food-were collected. The goal for this year will be 2000 lbs and with your help this can goal can

accomplish. The Knights will be collect-ing cans all month long and will distribut-ed to food banks around the Waco area. Can food can be placed inside marked boxes located at entrance of church and CCE center. Keep the cans coming! Thanks for your help! Ernest Montelongo, Grand Knight.

Altar Servers bowling evening. As a token of appreciation to our altar servers, the church is will be taking them to a bowling game and fun this coming Friday. Thank you, Altar Servers, for your ministry to our parish com-munity.

Did you know that every Thursday, there is an hour of Eucharistic adoration in the chapel beginning at 7 pm. We invite you to spend an hour in front of the exposed Blessed Sacrament.

Nov. 11, 2018 XXXII SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

XXXII DOMINGO EN TIEMPO ORDINARIO

HOLY MASS INTENTIONS

WEEKLY FINANCIAL REPORT —————————————————————————————————————————————–———-———

Collection from Last Sunday $ 7,394.00 Knights of Columbus Breakfast $ 1,444.00

Thank You for your generosity!

Marriage Annulments: Father is here to help you in your marriage annulment. It is highly confidential and feel confident to visit with father with your marriage situation. Do not delay. This year is the opportune time to handle your case. Call Father at your earliest con-venience.

CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL

K OF C’S 2ND ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE

YEAR OF REPARATION APPRECIATING OUR ALTER SERVERS

OFFICE CLOSED TOMORROW

BREAKFAST THIS MORNING

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION INVITATION

Monday, November 12th to observe

Thanks to all our Veterans!

Sacred Heart is a parish family called to be a visible sign of Christ, formed by the Word of God, strengthened by the Eucharist and empowered to serve the needs of God’s people.

That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as

husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive! Join us this Thursday at the men's pro-gram "That Man is You" at 6:00 am to 7:15 am with breakfast served. Bring along a friend with you!

CEDARBRAKE CATHOLIC RETREAT CENTER Upcoming retreats Oct. 30: Bryan/College Station - Listening to the Voice of God Nov. 2-4: Weekend Reflections down the Yellow Brick Road of Life Nov. 7: Day Retreat The Invitation: Living As the Be-loved! Dec. 1: El Adviento y la Cultura de Encuentro  

November 9-11 is the National Donor Sabbath when faith communities throughout the country unite to increase awareness of the critical need for organs and tissues and the miracle of transplantation. Religious leaders are en-couraged to participate in discussions of donation with their parishioners to affirm that choosing to be an organ and tissue donor offers the opportunity to share the great-est blessing of all – the Gift of Life. More than 115,000 people are listed on the national transplant waiting list. As a registered organ donor, each person can save eight lives. Please consider registering at www.TOSA1.org. 

Rosary is recited 30 minutes before Sunday Mass. Come early and join us. This is a good way of getting ourselves ready for a more conscious and interior disposition for the celebration of the Mass. "The Most Holy Virgin in these last times in which we live has given a new efficacy to the recitation of the Rosary to such an extent that there is no problem, no matter how difficult it is, whether temporal or above all spiritual, in the personal life of each one of us, of our families...that cannot be solved by the Rosary. There is no problem, I tell you, no matter how difficult it is, that we cannot resolve by the prayer of the Holy Rosary." ~ Sister Lucia dos Santos

The liturgical year is almost over. Would you like to con-sider becoming a member of any church organization or ministry like lector, extraordinary ministers of Holy Com-munion, church or activity center cleaner, mowing the church's ground. Please don't hesitate. This will certainly help you and the parish to grow in faith.

Third Annual Sacred Heart Parish Tree Lighting Program We invite you to join with the Knights of Columbus, Columbiettes and other Ministries and their families on Sunday, December 2, 2018, for our Third Annual Tree Lighting Program, in the lighting of a Christmas Tree. The birth of our Lord Jesus Christ brought a great illumi-nation of Hope into the world and this ceremonial lighting of the Christmas Tree is just a part of the celebration as we help spread the Light of Christ in our Parish Commu-nity. This celebration is a wonderful way to begin the Advent Season as we join together to help spread the joyful tid-ings of Christmas. We are inviting our Choirs to join us in an evening of Caroling and the lighting of the Christ-mas Tree. We ask you to join us in a “Pot Luck” Dinner by bringing your favorite dish to share with families and friends who attend as we come together in an evening of fellowship in our parish community. Tree Lighting: Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 6:00PM in Sacred Heart Parish Hall

Enrollment is up at St. Louis Catholic School and a sec-ond PreK-4 class was opened this year because of the in-crease in enrollment. Our 7th grade girls’ volleyball team had an undefeated season, and our junior high football team is 8-1. Go Cougars. God has blessed our school, and we are extremely thankful for your support and pray-ers. Upcoming Events: November 13 – Coffee and Conversation for Prospec-tive Families – 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Parents who want to learn more about the advantages of a Catholic educa-tion and see the school while classes are in session are invited to this event. November 15 – Middle School Night – Families with 4th, 5th, and/or 6th grade students are invited to attend this event - 5:30 p.m. Families will have the opportunity to learn about our outstanding Junior High Program, meet students and families, attend a junior high basketball game, and discover what a difference a Catholic education can make in their child’s life. 

THIS MAN IS YOU

UPCOMING RETREATS

3RD ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING

JOIN A MINISTRY

DONOR SABBATH

PRAY THE ROSARY BEFORE MASS

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