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Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bulletin Deadline: Sunday, 2:00 p.m., for publishing the following Sunday.

New Parishioners Registration after each Sunday Mass in the Parish Office, or by appointment.

Baptisms: First and third Sundays of each month at 1:00 p.m.. Pre-registration required. Parents expecting their first child should arrange to attend the required Pre-Baptism class. These are offered at the parish on the 4th Sunday of January, April, July and October at 1:00 p.m. in Mary’s Room. Pre-registration is required. Call the Parish Office.

Marriages: Engaged couples should make their arrangements with the priest at least 6 to 12 months in advance of their wedding.

Holy Communion for the Homebound: Please call the Parish Office whenever a family member is seriously ill or hospitalized. Arrangements can be made to bring Holy Communion to the homebound weekly or monthly.

Music Director: Mrs. Gail Shirley 216.905.2788

Funerals: Call the Parish Office to arrange date and time.

Sponsor Requirements: All requests for sponsor certificates must be directed to a priest. Individuals must be registered and practicing members of this parish, at least 16 years of age, and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation, and if married, the marriage must have been accepted by the Catholic Church.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Academy 4478 Rushton Road, South Euclid, OH 44121 216.381.0363, FAX 216.381.7561 E-mail: office@sacredheartofjesusacademy.org Website: sacredheartofjesusacademy.org

Principal: Mr. William DiBacco

PSR Religious Education Classes Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Principal: Mr. Thomas Kelly, S.F.O. 216.382.3614

Sts. Margaret and Gregory Credit Union 1499 Dean Drive, South Euclid, OH 44121 216.691.0242, FAX 216.691.0435 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

FROM THE PASTOR :

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

When Bishop Pilla asked me to become the pastor of St. Gregory the Great in 2004, I was immediately impressed with the high quality of our Parish School. Along with the regular curriculum, I noticed that we also had superb science and computer labs. Later I came to know of the extracurricular activities such as the sports program, the drama club, music and art. As a priest, I was particularly impressed with the level of knowledge that our children had of the Faith. Building on the strong foundation established by the Notre Dame Sisters, the school has continued to provide the highest quality of education.

This past year Bishop Lennon asked me to be the pastor of the newly formed Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. I was delighted to take the assignment knowing of the hard work of so many to maintain the excellence of both St. Margaret Mary and St. Gregory the Great Parishes. I was also very happy to once again be part of the excellent education of our children. Building on the strong foundation of St. Gregory the Great School, while remembering the tradition of St. Margaret Mary School, Sacred Heart of Jesus Academy continues the same mission. Our dedicated teachers and staff continue to bring excellence to the Heights area.

I invite you to come and see all the wonderful things happening at Sacred Heart of Jesus Academy. There will be an open house this Sunday from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Whether you have a child in the school or not, come and see the great things that are happening. The Academy is an important part of the mission of the parish. As parishioners, I invite you to see the work of our children.

Once again, we apologize for any discomfort that you may have experienced in church last weekend. There was a major failure in one of the pumps that bring heat into the church. It was working on Friday, but when we opened the church on Saturday morning for the 6:45 a.m. Mass, we noticed the problem. Although great efforts went into fixing the system, parts could not be obtained on Saturday. In fact, the parts did not arrive until Wednesday. We thank you for your patience and understanding. Thanks to Dan, A.J. and Matt for their hard work in getting things up and running.

This past Sunday and Monday I was in Washington, D.C. for the March for Life. I traveled with Deacon Chordas, parishioners and students from Sacred Heart of Jesus, as well as some of the students of the Lyceum, and some folks from the neighboring parishes, to this important event. If you saw any of the coverage on EWTN or some of the other networks, you noticed what an impressive stand this was for life. I would like to thank, in a special way, Deacon Chordas, Barb Latini, Rita Krebs and the entire Respect Life Committee of our parish for their efforts.

In honor of St. Blaise, throats will be blessed after all of the Masses next weekend. Candles for home use, which were blessed on Candlemas Day, will be available for a donation of $3.00 after the Masses as well.

May God’s blessings be yours this week.

Father Ireland

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1545 South Green Road

South Euclid, OH 44121

Phone: 216.382.7601

Fax: 216.382.4992

email: office @ sacredheartofjesusparish.org

website: www.sacredheartofjesusparish.org

Fr. Dave R. Ireland, S.T.L.

Pastor

Fr. Thomas J. Winkel, M.Div. Parochial Vicar

Deacon

David N. Chordas, M.A.

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday 6:45 a.m., (Vigil) 4:00 p.m.

Sunday

8:00 10:00 11:30 a.m., 5:00 p.m.

Monday–Friday 6:45 a.m., 12:10 p.m.

Holy Days ~ Consult Parish Bulletin

CONFESSIONS

Saturday 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

or by appointment

New to the Area? Moving? Recently Married?

Changed Address Or Phone Number? PLEASE notify the Parish Office

(216.382.7601) of any changes

or of your desire to register.

SCRIPTURE REFLECTION . . .

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

One of the units in junior high social studies curriculum is learning how a bill becomes a law. Basic governmental literacy rests on an understanding of the process, from the bill's introduction, through amendments and votes, to its final disposition for a signing or veto. We can all probably picture the chart that was in our textbook with the arrows that led the bill on different paths depending on the result of each step in the process. Even then, that chart was a simplified version of how things actually take place in the present legislative process.

The laws we're presented with in today's Gospel have very little in common with the laws that are enacted through legislation. The lawgiver in today's text is Jesus. He presents the beatitudes (and other laws, which we'll hear about in the coming weeks) in the Sermon on the Mount.

Matthew presents Jesus as the new teacher and lawgiver, now standing in the place of Moses who brought the tablets of the law ~ the Ten Commandments ~ down from Mt. Sinai. Jesus now gives the Eight Beatitudes as the law for the Christian life, a way of acting in the world. You'll hear a lot of people talk about the Ten

Commandments as a basis for law. Even some Christian preachers will speak out about the necessity of having them posted in public places.

Yet the New Testament, in Matthew's Gospel, makes it clear that there is a new law ushered in by Jesus who begins his own catalogue of commands with, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Mt 5:3).

Like the recollection of that chart from junior high social studies, I suspect that most of us could get through reciting the Ten Commandments, at least by naming the subject of each one even if we couldn't recite them word for word. But how many of us can recite the Christian law: the Eight Beatitudes?

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READINGS FOR THE WEEK . . .

Sunday: Is 8:23---9:3/1 Cor 1:10-13, 17/Mt 4:12-23 Monday: Heb 9:15, 24-28/Mk 3:22-30 Tuesday: Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22/Mk 16:15-18 Wednesday: 2 Tm 1:1-8 or Ti 1:1-5/Mk 4:1-20 Thursday: Heb 10:19-25/Mk 4:21-25 Friday: Heb 10:32-39/Mk 4:26-34 Saturday: Heb 11:1-2, 8-19/Mk 4:35-41 Next Sunday: Zep 2:3; 3:12-13/1 Cor 1:26-31/Mt 5:1-12a

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HAVE YOU BEEN SHIVERING LATELY? . . .

Have you thought of the homeless and how they are making it through these very cold winter days and nights? The Ozanam Center at St. Philomena Church will gladly receive your donations of warm winter wear. Call them at 216..541.3540 for times when they are able to receive your gently used donations.

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Monday, January 31, 2011 St. John Bosco, priest

6:45 a.m. Theresa Patriasca 12 :10 p.m. Mary Palladino (L) 90th Birthday

Tuesday, February 1, 2011 Weekday

6:45 a.m. Deceased of the Dula Family 12:10 p.m. Deceased of the Arthur Reynolds Family

Wednesday, February 2, 2011 The Presentation of the Lord

6:45 a.m. Joseph Russo 12:10 p.m. Joseph & Mary Consiglio

Thursday, February 3, 2011 Weekday Optional: St. Blaise, bishop/martyr; St. Ansgar, bishop

6:45 a.m. Tina Gehlfuss 12:10 p.m. Celebrant’s Intention

Friday, February 4 Weekday

6:45 a.m. Grace Arth (Anniversary) 8:45 a.m. In Gratitude for the Many Years of Service of Audrey & Joe Stanziano (L) 12:10 p.m. Joseph Nescola

Saturday, February 5, 2011 St. Agatha, virgin/martyr

6:45 a.m. Celebrant’s Intention 4:00 p.m. Joseph Russo

Sunday, February 6, 2011 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Living & Deceased of the Stanziano Family 10:00 a.m. Dennis Latini 11:30 a.m. Umberto Molinari 5:00 p.m. Parishioners of Sacred Heart of Jesus

MASS INTENTIONS . . .

MASS T IMES EXTRAORDINARY M INISTERS LECTORS ALTAR SERVERS

Saturday Vigil 4 p.m. S. Orteca K. Berlin A. Onutz M. Guzan M. Casa C. Casa S. Matz J. Matz

Sunday 8 a.m. M. Weldon K. Sutula T. Donovan T. Bell Chelsea Day Chris Day

10 a.m. J. Verni D. Miklic M. Chordas B. Mapel ~ Adult Servers ~

11:30 a.m. F. Andorka D. & C. Schuele D. Brunton P. Mohorcic J. Novinc K. Best M. Best

5 p.m. R. Martin R. Gibson T. Miller L. Krajnak J.L. Gibson W. Gielink E. Gielink

L ITURGICAL ROLES FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5 & 6, 2011

SANCTUARY GROUP #4 ~ HELEN GERVINSKI

Please remember in your prayers these deceased, their families and friends:

James H. Frydl Dorothy Joyce Dorothy Kaska

May God grant them eternal rest.

On Wednesday, February 2, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Many Catholics also refer to this day as Candlemas Day, a time to celebrate Christ as the Light of the World. Blessed candles for home use will be available for a donation of $3.00 per package after all Masses next weekend and at the Parish Office. Thursday, February 3, Feast of St. Blaise, physician; Bishop of Sebaste, Armenia; healer of men and animals.

According to legend, sick animals would come to him on their own for help, but would never disturb him at prayer. While imprisoned for the practice of his faith, Blaise ministered to and healed fellow prisoners, including saving a child choking on a fish bone who was brought to him. Belief in this healing led to the practice of blessing of throats on Blaise’s feast day.

Throats will be blessed after the regularly scheduled Masses on Thursday and after all of the Masses next weekend.

THIS WEEK ’S FEASTS & CELEBRATIONS

FAMILY PERSPECTIVES . . .

In today’s Gospel, Jesus gives us a formula if we want blessings upon our family. The need for control, power and selfishness must give way to fair treatment, forgiveness, peace and love for even the weakest member.

A blessing is more than a prayer, it’s the result of a life well lived.

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We extend a warm Sacred Heart of Jesus Welcome to these newly registered parishioners:

Carol Ann & Stan Wagner and their children Carl and Carla

Kimberly Vanik Joseph & Lisa Scaminace

and their daughter Lily

Mark & Jennifer Bartlett And their sons Caleb & Ezekiel

Anthony Palermo Matt Tavernelli

Michael Mastrangelo

The Guild will sponsor a Valentine Bake Sale and Gift Basket Raffle

Saturday, February 12, after the 4 p.m. Mass Sunday, February 13, after the 8, 10 & 11.30 morning Masses in the vestibule of the Church

Donations of bakery are welcome and appreciated.

Please label and bring any donation to Mary’s Room on Saturday, February 12,

between 1 and 4 p.m. Thank you.

G IFT BASKET RAFFLE & BAKE SALE

COMING SOON . . .

Stop by and purchase a sweet treat

for your sweetheart or yourself!

We are please to report that our Parish Recycling Program has been very successful. So far in these first 9 months, in excess of 36 tons of paper has been collected, almost 7 tons of those during the month of December. Thank you for your commitment to be good stewards of our earth.

If you have not yet participated, won’t you please begin to bring your newspapers, magazines, catalogs and other paper to our green and yellow recycle bins which are located in the paved parking area adjacent to our baseball/football field and the Saints Margaret and Gregory Credit Union building.

While the financial gain from this program is small, the impact on the conservation of our natural resources can be huge.

Collection for 1/23/2011: $10,490.93

Collection for 1/24/2010: $11,969.38

Collection for Catholic University: $789.55

The work of the Church is everyone’s responsibility. Thank you for your generosity in this vital mission. Father Ireland

...from the voices of the children

The children have shared these “Good Deeds for God”, and they are exactly as the children presented them. Regrettably, space does not permit us to share all of the “deeds” submitted.

Being good at skool.

I watered one of God’s wonderful creatchers.

I was nice to the kid everyone else was making fun of.

I drew a picture for my god brother.

Thank you children, for sharing these.

(PLEASE CUT OUT & RETURN TO SACRED HEART OF JESUS PARISH OFFICE)

2010 Church Contributions Statement

If you need a statement of your 2010 church contributions, please complete this form and drop it off at the Parish Office

or place it in the collection basket at Mass. We will call you when your statement is ready to be picked up.

ONLY in the case of ABSOLUTE NECESSITY will statements be mailed. To receive your statement by mail., a SELF-

ADDRESSED, STAMPED ENVELOPE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR REQUEST.

Name: _____________________________________________

City: _________________________________ Zip: ________

Envelope # _____________

Phone # ________________________

FESTIVAL 2011 . . .

With this break in the wintery blast our thoughts turn to picking up the pace in our planning for this year’s Festival (July 14, 15, 16 and 17). We welcome your ideas for changes, improvements, and additions to the event. Of course, we welcome any new additions to the “workforce” necessary to make it a success!!

To that end, a pre-Spring meeting is planned for Tuesday, February 15, at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria of the school. All current and any prospective booth captains are expected to attend.

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“Principal’s Corner”

SCHOOL NEWS . . .

Even though our Church calendar tells us it’s the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time, this is no ordinary week in the Diocese ... B E C A U S E ... Catholic Schools Week begins this Sunday, January 30. There will be an Open House in the school from 12:30-2:00 p.m. All parishioners are welcome to attend our Open House!!! Coffee/donuts, an art gallery walk, and raffles are part of the Open House.

This is our schedule of events and activities for the week.

Monday, January 31 Students Spirit Day dress down PTC to present Sacred Heart medals to students. Tuesday, February 1 Cards for the clergy; Band concert 1:15 & 7:00 Wednesday, February 2 Pastry breakfast 7:45-8:30 a.m. Thursday, February 3 Pastry breakfast 7:45-8:30 a.m. Friday, February 4 Teacher Luncheon Talent Show: 12:45 p.m.

Catholic Schools Week ends in the beginning of February. Our thoughts will be turning to valentines, hearts, and love. We will continue to instill in our students that our hearts and the love we show others, make a difference in our school and in our homes. It is appropriate that we live this quote from Mother Teresa this month (& always):

“We cannot do great things, only small things with great love”.

Keep these February dates in mind: February 2 The Presentation of the Lord February 3 Feast of St. Blaise February 6 World Day for Consecrated Life

Sincerely Yours In Christ,

William DiBacco, Principal

FYI: We proudly announce that our 4-year-old Pre-schoolers will sing the National Anthem prior to the start of the 1 p.m. Lake Erie Monsters hockey game next Saturday, February 5. They’ve been practicing very hard and are very excited about this opportunity. Why not take in a game and hear our young ones sing.

An overnight retreat for men between 17 and 40 the weekend of February 4 to 6, offers them the opportunity to experience life at the seminary. This weekend will include our annual Eucharistic Devotion celebration with the whole seminary community. Please call 440.943.7660 to register or for more information.

ST . R ITA PARISH

will be holding a Pre-Cana Day on Saturday, March 12, 2011. This is a one-day marriage preparation program. Attendance at this program satisfies the Diocesan requirements. Pre-registration is required; Cost is $65.00 per couple.

For information and registration, please email Bill or Sheila Rady smrady@windstream.net or call 330-425-1829.

PRE-CANA DAY

THE PRE-CANA TEAM AT SACRED HEART OF

JESUS PARISH

will offer a one-day program for engaged couples on Saturday, March 19, here at the parish, beginning at 9 a.m. The day will conclude with participation at the 4 p.m. Saturday Vigil Mass, fol-lowed by a short gathering in Mary’s Room. Pre-registration is required; cost is $65/couple.

If you are planning to marry this year and need to fulfill this Dioce-san requirement of all who seek to marry in the Catholic Church, please be sure to call the Parish Office (216.382.7601) to sign up.

If you know of couples who are trying to locate a parish offering this one-day program, please let them know of our date. You may obtain more detailed information or pre-register by calling Carole Wenzel at 216.381.5639 (evenings).

SACRED HEART OF JESUS YOUTH GROUP

email address ~ youthministry@sacredheartofjesusparish.org

Attention … High School Students

The Youth Group is planning a “Movie Night” for this Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Pope John Paul II Youth Center. It

should be a great time. Please come and bring a friend or two. We’re looking forward to seeing you there.

Chris & Deb Agosti

XLT @ CENTER FOR PASTORAL

LEADERSHIP … VOCATIONS NEWS

The Vocation Office invites all young adults, teens and the young at heart to an evening of prayer and Eucharistic Adoration with song and praise! Join others on Wednesday, February 2, at 7 p.m. and listen to a powerful witness followed by prayer with our Eucharistic Lord! The evening will conclude with pizza and other refreshments. This event will take place in Sacred Heart Chapel, located on the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership, 28700 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe. The chapel entrance is located off the campus quad (accessible from the field house parking lot).

Please call Father McCandless or Edie Gauvin for more details (440.943.7631).

“COME & SEE” WEEKEND …

BORROMEO & ST. MARY SEMINARIES . . .