RECTORY 3128 “S” Street Lincoln NE 68503-3297 (402) 476-2610 E-mail: sacredheartlincoln@outlook.com Fr. Leo Kosch Pastor E-mail fr.kosch@gmail.com Cell phone: 402-310-8299 please try 402-476-2610 first. Fr. Lee Jirovsky, in Residence Website: sacredheartlincoln.orgWebsite: sacredheartlincoln.orgWebsite: sacredheartlincoln.org

SCHOOL 540 North 31st St. 402-476-1783 Principal, Laura Knaus E-mail laura-knaus@cdolinc.net Website: mysacredheartschool.com

Mass Schedule Saturday, 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00am Weekdays Monday-Saturday 8:15am Holy Days of Obligation Vigil Mass, 7:00pm On the Day, 7:00am, 12:00pm, & 7:00pm Different schedules for Christmas and January 1

Confessions: Saturdays 4:00-4:50 pm. Mondays-Saturdays 7:45-8:05 am (before the 8:15am Mass) Baptisms: call 402-476-2610 to ar-range for Baptism preparation. Matrimony: A minimum of four months is required after contacting the priest; more in some cases; six months to a year is recommended.

Communion to the homebound or Anointing of the Sick: if you or someone you know is home-bound or seriously ill, or will be undergoing major surgery, please call or speak to Fr. Kosch.

Newcomers—Welcome! Please call 402-476-2610 Or visit the rectory Catholic Social Services (days) 402-474-1600; Lincoln Cri-sis Pregnancy Center (24-hours) 402-483-4247; Birthright 402-466-2609 (24-hours 1-800-550-4900).

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Welcome to Sacred Heart Church

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 5, 2018

CCD For all children K-8 who do not attend a Catholic school. Classes start on Wednesday, August 29th at 6:45pm until 8:00pm. Any questions, contact Brad Aden at 402-853-6234. We need two more CCD teachers and/or one teacher and one person to work in the office to receive registrations and to greet parents. Please contact Fr. Kosch if you are interested. Let your children experience the wonderful teachings of Je-sus by giving them the opportunity to attend our CCD pro-gram. “Let the children come to me and do not hinder them for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” (MK 10:14)

2019 is the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Sacred Heart Parish. We are planning to put together a calen-dar and a history of the church, including pictures of the past and/or stories over the years. If you have any pictures or sto-ries you would like to share, please contact Laura Corder at the rectory, 402-476-2610 or at home, 402-464-3083.

Sacred Heart Catholic School is accepting enrollment applications for students entering preschool – 8th grade for the 2018-2019 school year. Sacred Heart offers an excep-tional Catholic formation and education program centered on Jesus Christ. Please visit our website for more information about our school: www.mysacredheartschool.com. Due to the financial contributions of our supporting par-ishes and the support of many benefactors, tuition is afford-able, with scholarships available for families in need. For more information, to schedule a visit, or to enroll your child, please contact the school office by calling (402) 476 – 1783 or emailing Principal Laura Knaus, laura-knaus@cdolinc.net

Church Cleaning: Thanks to all who helped with cleaning last week. For next Saturday, August 11, at 8:45 am, we ask for the help of at least one member from each of the following house-holds: Eva Willey, Michael Wil-son, Bob Woeppel, Quintin Yallaly, Ian Zahn, Rafael Zamo-ra, Richard Zatloukal, Mark Ab-bink, Julie Adams and Brad Aden.

Contact Persons For Sacred Heart Organizations

Adoration Coordinator Louise Sayer 402-474-4996 Altar Society Sue Rye 402-570-7614 Bible Study Bryan Dahlberg 402-730-0084 Choir Amanda Lowery 402-480-2862 Children’s Choir Amanda Lowery 402-480-2862 Church Cleaning Mary Lawson 402-466-4452 CCD Brad Aden 402-853-6234 Christian Mothers Genny Albrecht 402-466-3652 First Saturday Coffee Laura Corder 402-464-3083 God Teens Brock & Kiley Shuler 402-631-3060 Holy Name Men’s Group Steve Michels 402-326-8885 Home & School Association Janet Beckman 402-261-5625 Knights of Columbus Chris Miller 816-807-3031 Pink Sisters Representative Chelys Svoboda 402-466-1462 Pius Home & School Representative Steve & Colleen Michels 402-326-8885 Prayer Chain Laura Corder 402-476-2610 Pro Life Jeanine Stevens 402-310-8427 Sacred Heart Quilters Mary Ann Jaros 402-464-2873 St. Vincent de Paul Jennifer Lyons 402-440-9702 Ushers Pat Perry 402-438-2650 Website Fr. Leo Kosch 402-476-2610

MASS TIMES & INTENTIONS: August 4-12, 2018

Mass Readings: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15; Psalm 78; Ephesians 4:17, 20-24; John 6:24-35 Next Sunday: 1 Kings 19:4-8; Psalm 34; Ephesians 4:30-5:2; John 6:41-51

Collection for July 29, 2018

Envelopes $4,452.15

Plate 888.96 Children 3.60 St. Vincent de Paul 30.00

Stole fees 150.00 $5,524.71

Cloistered Sisters $895.00 School Endowment $80.00

Please pray for our Religious Sisters. This week especially for Sr. John Marion Feldman from Prince of Peace, Kearney, NE, and Sr. Teresa Marie Wozny from St. Isadore Parish, Columbus, NE. Both 1st Vows for School Sisters of Christ the King. The U.S. Bishops urge our participation each Friday in a nationwide Nove-na for the Legal Protection of Human Life, August 3-September 28. Partici-pants will receive weekly email or text reminders to pray and fast, along with little-known facts about Roe v Wade to share with others. Sign up at: www.usccb.org/pray! Save the Date: Parish picnic, Saturday, August 18th at 6:00 pm. Septemberfest Jewelry Boutique The Altar Society will again be presenting a jewelry boutique at September-fest. If you have some jewelry you no longer wear, consider donating it for the benefit of the parish. Call Laura at 402-464-3083, bring it to the rec-tory M-F, 9:00 am-4:00 pm or place it in the box in back of church marked “Jewelry for Septemberfest Jewelry Boutique”.

Natural Family Planning Intro Sessions for August are scheduled for Thursday, August 9, and Tues-day, August 21. All sessions are held at John XXIII Diocesan Cen-ter. Questions? Call 402-488-2040. Pre-registration is required. Go online to register or download a registration form at: www.lincolndiocese.org/nfp

Note: There are Mass intentions available in Aug., Sept. and Oct.

Sat Aug 4 5:00pm Luong & Huong (anniversary)

Sun Aug 5 7:30am George & Marlene Rezek+

Aug 5 9:00am William Baum+ Aug 5 11:00am For the people of the parish

Mon Aug 6 8:15am Safe travel for Mat & Ahou

Tue Aug 7 8:15am Conrad & Vera Surmann+

Wed Aug 8 8:15am Sue Rye

Thu Aug 9 8:15am Fran Ekeler+

Fri Aug 10 8:15am Safe travel for Mat & Ahou

Sat Aug 11 8:15am Phero Thiet & Maria Thiem+ Sat Aug 11 5:00pm Bernice Redler+

Sun Aug 12 7:30am Holy Name members living & deceased Aug 12 9:00am For the people of the parish

Aug 12 11:00am Kate Tomlinson+

The Benedictine Oblate Informational Meeting will be held at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, 5401 South St, at 7:00 pm, Sunday, August 26 in Sheridan Rooms A and B. For additional information, call the Senior Dean, Carol Olson at 402-486-0864, Carol Bar-ry 402-488-8221, or visit our website at: www.nebraskabenedictineoblates.org. Benedictine Oblates are Christian men and women of all faiths who are interested in enriching their Chris-tian way of Life. They live in today’s society to bring the world to God by being a witness to Christ by word and example to those around them. The Knights of the Holy Eucharist will be hosting the 2nd annual “Love Made Visible” Eucharistic Adora-tion Retreat September 27-30. The retreat master this year will be Fr. Zachary of the Mother of God who is a member of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT). To register go to: http://www.goodcounselretreat.com/retreat/schedule/ Join a Saints and Shrines of Mexico Pilgrimage February 3-10, 2019. Register now for an 8 day tour to see Our Lady of Guadalupe and other shrines of Mexico, departing Omaha for only $2,395 per person, all inclusive. For info and registration call Fr. Gary Coulter, 402-786-2705, Fr. Ron Homes 402-543-2233, Fr. Matthew Zimmer 402-784-2511 or see: www.frcoulter.com/mexico. St. Michael’s Catholic Church is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager to assist the Pastor in the stew-ardship of parish finances. The main duties include: cash management, account analysis, monthly/annual financial statements, payroll and human resources. This position is eligible for full benefits. Please send cover letter and resume to: frborowiak@cdolinc.net

Holy Name Men’s Meeting Sunday, August 12, after the 7:30 am Mass in the rectory basement. All men of the parish over the age of 18 are invited to join.

Stress in Your Marriage? August 6th is the last day to sign up for Retrouvaille. Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some experience coldness and simply shut down. Others experience conflict and argu-ments in their relationship. Most don’t know how to change the situation or even communicate with their spouse about it. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information about or to register for a program beginning with a weekend August 24-26, call 1-800-470-2230 or: www.HelpOurMarriage.org on the web. Pius X Band Fundraiser—Thursday, August 9, 5:00-9:00 pm, Yogurtini at 48th & O Street will donate 15% of all sales to Pius (if you mention you are with Pius X). Money raised will be used to help defray the costs of the trip to Nashville next April. Your support of these dine- out nights is very much appreciated! Look for a different one each month. Lincoln Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will meet Saturday, August 18, at 8:30 am in Syra-cuse, NE St. Paulinus Church. $12 covers break-fast and lunch. If you plan to attend, send email to: ldccwpresident@gmail.com. This is an oppor-tunity to learn more about the activities of your Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. 2-Day UNBOUND Conference Friday, August 24, 6:00-9:00 pm and Saturday, August 25, 8:00-5:00 pm. Participants will learn about Unbound through live presentations & videos and how it teaches five simple “keys” to break the chains of emotional, spiritual and mental bondage and unlock the doors to freedom. Join us at John XXIII Diocesan Center (3700 Sheridan Blvd). The event is free but registration is required. Register at: lincolndiocese.org/unbound Blessed Sacrament School is seeking a full-time (10 months) Food Service Coordinator to plan and execute the school’s breakfast and lunch programs. The Coordinator will direct the operation that pro-vides meals for students and staff that comply with all federal, state, and local requirements. Job re-sponsibilities also include maintaining accurate rec-ords. Potential candidates should be committed to providing nutritious food for children, possess a Level IV Food Handler’s permit, and have experi-ence in food service. Please send a letter of inter-est and resume to Principal Danielle Miller at: danielle-miller@cdolinc.net or mail to 1725 Lake St, Lincoln, NE 68502. for additional information, call 402-476-6202.

School Families must make an appointment with Fr. Kosch, for him to sign your “Supporting Catholic Parish Verification Form.” Please email him as soon as possible. fr.kosch@gmail.com. Appointments take only about 15 minutes.

RCIA Class Fr. Kosch will be teaching RCIA class on Thursday evenings, tentatively starting on Thurs-day, August 30 and ending on May 2, 2019 two weeks after Easter. (Easter is on April 21 next year.) We will take three holidays off in Nov.-Dec. The class will meet 7:00—9:00 pm. If you, or someone you know, has never been baptized, or is a Christian seeking possible full communion with the Catholic Church, or is a Cath-olic seeking an adult refresher in their faith, please contact Fr. Kosch via email or phone. fr.kosch@gmail.com or 402-476-2610. Please pray for God’s blessings on this min-istry of evangelization.

Notice Below sponsors for our parish bulletin. Please support these businesses, who support our parish. (Ver. 7-8-11)

HOLY FATHER’S INTENTION FOR THE MONTH of August, 2018: Universal: The treasure of Families—That any far-reaching decisions of economists and politi-cians may protect the family as one of the treasures of humanity.

Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House—Come away to a quiet place and rest awhile: Experience refuge and solitude, renewal and conversion, sanctuary and prayer: experience a weekend retreat. The 2018-2019 Retreat Schedule is available in back of church and also at: www/goodcounselretreat.com or 402-786-2705.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FORMED.ORG has been renewed for one year, for our parish. To sign up: go to formed.org, scroll to bottom of the page. Click on Register. Create your FREE account by entering our Parish Code, VW27J4 and your e-mail address. Have a Family Movie Night with FORMED! By God's design, the family is the first and most effective school of Christianity. Inspire and enrich your family by watching these epic feature films about holy men and women who devoted their lives to follow-ing Christ. Discover the power of virtue, prayer, service, and resilience in the face of opposition. Some of the movies available are: Mother Teresa, Clare & Francis, Padre Pio, Miracle Man, Pope John Paul II. Propelr Card: Help our parish by using your Union Bank card for your regular purchases at Super Saver, many res-taurants and other retail stores. A percentage of your purchase is given to Sacred Heart each time you shop. All you need to get started is a checking account at UBT, and you will be able to get back to raising funds for Sacred Heart. You can do everything online in just a few minutes or stop at any Union Bank branch to open your checking account. Questions? Visit PropelrCard.com, or email: WeCare@PropelrCard.com, or call 844-565-7145.