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Sacred Heart Welcome to the Parish Community of

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WELCOME

Welcome to all our visitors, newcomers and parishioners!!

If you are new to our faith community and are interested in becoming a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, please stop by the Parish Office or call 225-6414, for a New Member Packet. We have programs and activities available for everyone. We offer RCIA for adults who wish to become Catholic. The names of the pastoral staff members, committee members and ministry chairperson, and their phone numbers are listed on this page.

SACRED HEART PASTORAL STAFF Pastoral staff members are available to help parishioners when they are celebrating the good times or hurting during times of crisis. Consider contacting the following pastoral staff members to help you through a difficult time.

FR. CHRIS HARTSHORN, PASTOR chris.hartshorn@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 310 FR. LUIS MEJIA, PAROCHIAL VICAR luis.mejia@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 313

SACRED HEART PARISH STAFF Rev. Mr. Ron Myers, Deacon 226-8466

Rev. Mr. Randy Horn, Deacon 224-1113

Deacon Ed Garza, Pastoral Care ed.garza@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 315

Casey Conner, RCIA Director casey.conner@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 309

Deanna Lane, Youth Ministry Director deanna.lane@sacredheartwdm.org 225-0546

Loralee Chase, Adult Faith Ministry and Communications loralee.chase@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, Ext. 309

Kayla Richer, Children’s Faith Formation Director kayla.richer@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, Ext. 319

Karla Serio, Hispanic Ministry Director karla.serio@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, Ext. 304

Leah Mohlman, Minister of Music and Liturgy leah.mohlman@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, Ext 318

SACRED HEART SCHOOL STAFF Jane Kinney, Principal jane.kinney@sacredheartwdm.org 223-1284, Ext. 142

Scott Ehlinger, Vice Principal scott.ehlinger@sacredheartwdm.org 223-1284, Ext. 140

VISIT US ON THE WEB AT: www.sacredheartwdm.org LIKE US ON FACEBOOK & TWITTER: @SacredHeartWDM

WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday .......................................................... 4:00 pm Sunday ......... 8:00, 9:30, 11:15 am; 1pm Spanish Mass Daily Mass ............ Monday through Friday 8:00 am SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday ........................................ 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm TELEPHONE NUMBERS Parish Office ........... Phone: 225-6414 Fax: 225-0286 School ............................................................ 223-1284 Children’s Faith Formation .......................... 225-6414 Youth Ministry .............................................. 225-0546 Sunday Faith Formation Preschool .............. 225-6414 Parish Center Scheduling .............................. 225-6414 Weekday Preschool ....................................... 226-2146 Sacred Heart Plus. ........................................ 226-9662 www.sacredheartwdm.org SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Baptismal prep classes are typically offered the last Monday of each month at the home of a Sacred Heart parishioner. Email Sarah at msschiltz@gmail.com and AJ at AmandaJeanKelley@gmail.com for more information.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Registered and participating members of the Parish, contact the Parish Office six months, or more, in advance. Preparation classes are required. NEWCOMERS Please register by phone, or in person, at the Parish Office between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm. For address changes, or if leaving the parish, please call the Parish Office at 225-6414. COMMITTEE & MINISTRY CHAIRPERSONS Art & Environment ..................... Pam Douglas, 224-0032 Board of Religious/Academic Education................................................. Amy Friedrich amyfriedrich@msn.com Children’s Liturgy of the Word Coordinator …………………….Mary Zug, 225-6414 Knights of Columbus ...................... Tom Robson, 554-0904 tomrobson.tdr@gmail.com Prayer Line ................... Wynanda Ferguson, 225-7200 ed.garza@sacredheartwdm.org St. Vincent de Paul .............. Rolla Hermann,223-0960 Bill Ehm,210-5239 Women’s Guild ............................ Barb Baker, 339-1561 Pastoral Council ................ Kevin MacFerrin, 321-8896

macferrin@gmail.com Young Adult Director ……….….Jennifer Leon 225-6414 shyoungadults@sacredheartwdm.org BULLETIN DEADLINES: log onto our web site for information about submission guidelines

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Sacred Heart Parish is to be the spiritual focal point for the Catholic Christian community in our portion of the Diocese of Des Moines. This community:

Believes and proclaims that Jesus Christ is Lord;

Calls its people to experience and put into practice the love of Jesus Christ;

Draws its people into the social and spiritual life of the parish so that each has a sense of belonging;

Seeks to help its members take on the "mind of Christ" through prayer, study and worship;

Uses and returns the gifts and talents God has given; Is itself a sign calling its members to hear and respond in ministry to the spiritual and temporal needs of people within the parish and beyond.

PASTORAL CARE

If I can be of assistance to you or a loved one, please contact me. I have many resources to share with you.

Deacon Ed Garza, Translated by Karla Serio ed.garza@sacredheartwdm.org

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Pastoral

Care

I found these Advent reflections from the Catholic Health Association inspiring. I hope you find them inspiring also and that they will help you prepare emotionally and spiritually for the coming of Jesus.

By Turning, Turning, We Come ‘Round Right Most of us are aware that as we begin this season of Advent, we begin a new year, a new cycle in our liturgical observance. We begin to tell the story of God’s action in our history by turning back to promises of old, promises fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ. This new cycle is one of many we experience in the course of our lives – new calendar years, new academic years, new budget years, new years marked by birthdays and anniversaries. Each of these cycles causes us to look back as well as forward. Back to assess where we have been, to understand the meaning of our life experiences. And forward with hope that our past learning will enable us to grow into more faithful people. It was perhaps this wisdom that caused the ancient Romans to invoke their god Janus, depicted with two faces, one facing forward, the other back, at times of transitions and new beginnings. The scripture selection for the first Sunday of Advent, from the prophet Isaiah, recognizes a need for something new. The prophet sees that things are not as they should be. God appears to be distant and people have chosen a path for themselves that is not life giving. “Would that you might meet us doing right, that we were mindful of you in our ways!” Isaiah exclaims. He sees himself on the threshold of new possibilities. Let us put ourselves in Isaiah’s place for a moment. Where is the tension in our lives right now that fuels a need for change? Our work place, our personal lives? Does this tension place us on the threshold of something new? Do we risk falling backward by not embracing this moment? Can we cross this threshold with the confidence expressed by Isaiah as he wrote, “No ear has ever heard, no eye has ever seen, any God but you doing such deeds for those who wait for him.” The old Shaker hymn “Simple Gifts” offers a clue and hope that if we just make the first move and continue to move with confidence, we will end up in the place we ought to be.

Encontré estas reflexiones del Adviento de la página del Catholic Health Association inspirantes. Espero que usted lo encuentre inspirante también y que le ayude a preparar emocionalmente y espiritualmente para la venida de Jesucristo.

en Ingles, By Turning, Turning, We come ‘Round Right

La mayoría de nosotros sabemos que cuando empezamos Adviento, empezamos un nuevo año, un nuevo ciclo en nuestra observancia litúrgica. Empezamos a contar el cuento de las acciones de Dios en nuestra historia en la forma de regresar a las promesas antiguas. Promesas cumplidas en Jesucristo hecho hombre. Este nuevo ciclo es una experiencia que tenemos varias veces en nuestras vidas -años nuevos, años académicos nuevos, nuevos presupuestos anuales, años nuevos marcados por un cumpleaños o un aniversario. Todo este ciclo nos hace mira atrás y al futuro. Miramos para atrás a evaluar adonde hemos estado, para entender como nos ha impactado nuestras experiencias. Y mirando así adelante con la esperanza que lo que hemos aprendido en nuestro pasado nos ayudada a crecer en nuestra fe. Es talvez con este pensamiento que los romanos antiguos invocaban a su dios Jano en tiempos de cambio. Jano siempre estaba representado con dos caras, una mirando al futuro, el otra al pasado. A él le pedían asistencia durante tiempos de transición o al principio de una nueva etapa. Las lecturas del primer Domingo de Adviento vienen del profeta Isaías y reconocen la necesidad para algo nuevo. El profeta ve que las cosas no son como deben de ser. Dios aparece estar lejos y la gente ha elegido su propio camino que no es el que Dios les ha mostrado. “Descendiste y los montes se estremecieron con tu presencia. Jamás se oyó decir, ni nadie vio jamás que otro Dios, fuera de ti, hiciera tales cosas en favor de los que esperan en él. Tú sales al encuentro del que practica alegremente la justicia y no pierde de vista tus mandamientos.” Isaías se ve el mismo en las esperanzas de una nueva etapa. Pongámonos en el lugar de Isaías por un momento. ¿Adónde esta la tensión en nuestras vidas que alimenta la necesidad para cambio? ¿En nuestro trabajo, en nuestras vidas personales? ¿Crees que esta tensión nos pone al principio de una etapa nueva? ¿Arriesgamos caernos para atrás si no agarramos esta oportunidad para hacer un cambio? ¿Podemos empezar esta etapa nueva con la confianza expresada por Isaías cuando él escribió esas palabras? El himno “Simple Gifts” ofrece una clave y esperanza que, si nosotros tomamos el primer paso y continuamos a mover con confidencia, llegáramos al lugar adonde debemos de estar.

'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free 'Tis the gift to come down where we ought to be,

And when we find ourselves in the place just right, 'Twill be in the valley of love and delight.

When true simplicity is gained, To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed,

To turn, turn will be our delight, Till by turning, turning we come 'round right.

YOUTH MINISTRY “SMASH”

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CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION “CFF”

Student Ministry at Sacred Heart offers spiritual, service and social opportunities to teens in grades 9-12. Contact Deanna Lane, Director of Youth Ministry, for more information at 225-0546 or Deanna.Lane@sacredheartwdm.org.

Kayla Richer, Director kayla.richer@sacredheartwdm.org

Debbie Chalik, Coordinator debbie.chalik@sacredheartwdm.org

Marcia Schaul, Office Associate marcia.schaul@sacredheartwdm.org

“FIA” (FAITH IN ACTION) Spring Break Service Adventure, March 11-14, 2018

Got plans for spring break 2018? If you answered “No” then put your Faith into Action by signing up for FIA, a Spring Break Service Adventure! (March 11-14, 2018) For three days and three nights we will live, pray, work and play in Christian community. We will volunteer 6-8 hours a day at local agencies who serve the poor and needy in the Des Moines area and enjoy a variety of fun activities and unique prayer experiences in the evenings. We’ll stay overnight at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Church in Ankeny. Cost is $90 which covers all meals, accommodations and of course a T-shirt! (Financial assistance is available). Registration is now open. This event sells out each year, so don’t d e l a y . F o r m s a v a i l a b l e a t www.sacredheartwdm.org or in the church gathering space.

CONFIRMATION CLASS REMINDERS: Have you picked your sponsor yet?

The next Confirmation class is this Wednesday, December 6 from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Parish Center. Don’t forget, sponsor names are due on Dec. 6 as well. Fill out the ½ purple sheet from your red folder and bring it with you to class.

SMASH ON WEDNESDAYS

It’s never too late to join the fun and faith that SMASH on Wednesdays has to offer. All 9th-12th graders are invited to spend some time connecting with other teens to explore and strengthen their Catholic faith. Join us any time, no registration required and it’s free, just show up! See calendar below and at www.sacredheartwdm.org/SMASH-YOUTH-MINISTRY

UPCOMING YOUTH MINISTRY CALENDAR

Dec. 3 Teen Choir Rehearsal 6:30-8 Dec. 6 Confirmation Class 6:30-8:00 Dec. 6 SMASH 6:30-8:30 Movie night Dec. 10 Teen Choir at 11:15 Mass Dec. 13 SMASH Christmas Party 6:30 Dec. 20/27 NO SMASH Jan. 3 Confirmation Class Jan. 7 Teen Choir rehearsal 6:30-8 Jan. 10 SMASH on Wednesday 6:30-8:30 Jan. 14 Confirmation Retreat 11:15-5:30

WHAT IS NEW IN CFF

Growing in knowledge and faith as a Catholic does not end when we become adults, rather, it should continue throughout our life. This growth becomes even more important when we become parents and hold the hands of our own children. Parents are the first and primary educators of our young people. We are here to support parents at all stages of spiritual growth for children.

Please watch our calendar as it appears in the bulletin each week as a reminder of the many events that are taking place.

UPCOMING CFF CALENDAR Dec. 6 CFF 4:30 OR 6:30 Dec. 13 CFF, Rosary as a class 4:30 or 6:30 Dec. 13-Jan. 3 NO CFF Jan. 10 CFF 4:30 OR 6:30 Jan. 17 CFF 4:30 OR 6:30 Jan. 24 2nd grade Sacred Heart School Students: First Reconciliation in the a.m.; CFF 4:30 OR 6:30 Jan. 31 2nd grade CFF and TakeOff : First Reconciliation during class; CFF 4:30 OR 6:30

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Welcome. formerly known as CRHP-Christ Renews His Parish wants you to be a part of the next Welcome. retreat at Sacred Heart.

Men's weekend- February 10-11 Women's weekend - February 24-25

Visit our website for more information and to reserve your spot! www.sacredheartwdm.org/welcome

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FOR ALL PARISHIONERS

Sat. Dec 2 4:00 pm Steve Rocha

Sun. Dec 3 8:00 am Donachiano & Maria Munoz 9:30 am Janice Schaufenbuel 11:15 am Eldred Zimmerman 1:00 pm Sacred Heart Parishioners

Mon. Dec 4 8:00 am Brian Hickey

Tues. Dec 5 8:00 am Raphael & Mary Evelyn Faber

Wed. Dec 6 8:00 am Jack Saffell

Thurs. Dec 7 8:00 am Ida Huston

Fri. Dec 8 8:00 am Lorraine & Bob Meehan 9:30 am Thanksgiving Mass 6:00 pm Sacred Heart Parishioners

Sat. Dec 9 4:00 pm Erik Nielsen

Sun. Dec 10 8:00 am Rosalyn Schaul 9:30 am Harriet Voit 11:15 am Mary Fran Marasco 1:00 pm Sacred Heart Parishioners

4:00 PM Servers: Jake Joerger, Eric Nuno, Teddy Friedrich Lectors: Mary Zug, Glennis Amber

8:00 AM Servers: Maddie & Riley McElroy, Cole Weible Lectors: JoAnn Fischer, Brian Sweeney, Mike McColley

9:30 AM Servers: Grace Kelly, Evan Pollard, Annmarie McConville Lectors: Mary Barnum, Brian Anstoetter, Charlie Schumacher

11:15 AM Servers: Louis Hartkop, Zuzia Wheeler, Payton Nichols Lectors: Gosia Wheeler, Leon Hofer, Susan Pinneke

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Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the families of the following …

Elizabeth Conner Grandmother of Parishioner Paul Conner

...God grant them eternal rest

Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7/ Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19/1 Cor 1:3-9/Mk 13:33-37 Monday: Is 2:1-5/Ps 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9/Mt 8:5-11 Tuesday: Is 11:1-10/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17/Lk 10:21-24 Wednesday: Is 25:6-10a/Ps 23:1-3, 3-4, 5, 6 /Mt 15:29-37 Thursday: Is 26:1-6/Ps 118:1 & 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a / Mt 7:21, 24-27 Friday: Gn 3:9-15, 20/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4/Eph 1:3-6, 11-12/ Lk 1:26-38 Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6/ Mt 9:35--10:1, 5a, 6-8 Sunday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6/ Mt 9:35--10:1, 5a, 6-8

WEEKEND MINISTRY SCHEDULE

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

GRATEFUL HEART ~ GIVING HEART

During Mass, along with the bread and wine, the collection is presented as a gift to God and his church. Is our contribution to the collection in keeping with the many gifts and blessings presented to us?

THROUGH THE WATERS OF BAPTISM WE WELCOME INTO OUR SACRED HEART

FAITH COMMUNITY

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION IS A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION—DEC 8

On this Solemnity, we celebrate from the moment of her conception, the Blessed Virgin Mary was free of original sin.

Mass Times: 8am, 9:30am, 6pm

Alexa Giselle Herrera-Romo Daughter of Jesus Herrera & Maria de Jesus Romo

Owen Xavier Lehrkamp

Son of Josh & Bri Lehrkamp

Stella Elise Sheppard Daughter of Paul & Kelli Sheppard

Evelin Jose Zapata-Vazquez

Daughter of Everardo Zapata & Gabriela Vazquez

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

Our monthly Prayer Shawl Ministry get together will be Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 at 6:30 at Hamiltons on Westown Parkway. Please feel free to bring a friend or two! If you can’t make it and would still like to participate or if you have any questions please contact Ed at 225-6414 or Becky Pepper at 225-2008. The recipients of the prayer shawls greatly appreciate the prayers and love the shawls represent from our parish community.

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WOMEN’S GUILD

Visit the Women’s Guild on the website under “organizations”

“KNIGHT’S CORNER” KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #9632

NEWS

JOIN THE KNIGHTS! Call (515) 554-0904

Email: grandknightwdm@gmail.com

LET US MAKE BREAKFAST FOR YOU NEXT SUNDAY MORNING. We beginning serving pancakes at 8:30 in the parish center

Reservations will soon be opened for the Advent Celebration on December 18. Be on the watch for your invitation coming soon.

Be sure to read the just released December newsletter and get caught up on all the happenings in our council.

CALENDAR

DECEMBER December 10, Sunday morning: Pancake breakfast in parish center from 8 to 10:45 December 18, Monday evening: Annual Guild and KC Advent Celebration in the parish center

Show me your faith with no actions and through my actions I will show you my faith

www.sacredheartwdmkofc.org

ANNUAL ADVENT PARTY: DEC. 18

Join the Guild-Knights joint holiday party that includes a social, Italian dinner and entertainment in the Parish Center on Monday, Dec. 18. The fee is $20 per person again this year. RSVP details will be sent to Guild member via email.

CAFÉ CONNECTION

To assist Sacred Heart’s St. Vincent de Paul members who make and serve a meal each month for the hungry in downtown Des Moines, the Guild asks five volunteers to each make three-dozen treats on the first Monday of the month. The link is now live for donations needed starting in January: http://signup.com/go/mfmFziF

FOR ALL—WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

JESSE TREE

In this season of giving, we ask Sacred Heart parishioners to stop by the Jesse Tree (twig bush) in the vestibule and select an ornament. Each ornament lists items requested by a parishioner who is homebound or in a nursing home. Many of them will receive no other gifts, so please buy the items listed on an ornament, wrap and firmly tape the ornament to your package and return under the tree by Friday, Dec. 17.

PRE-ORDER CHRISTMAS GOODIES

Skip the lines! Stop today after Masses at the Women’s Guild table in the gathering space or use the form in this bulletin to pre-order trays of holiday treats. You can pre-order 15 treats for $12 or 30 treats for $30. Your purchase allows the Guild to support more Sacred Heart and community ministries. Also, during the bake sale next weekend, we also will offer a $1 sugar cookie decorating station for kids. The bake sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, December 9 and 10 after Masses.

COLD AND FLU SEASON

It is that time of year again. Mindfulness of the health of others is greatly appreciated. If you have a cough or are just getting over a cold, or if you are susceptible to illness, please refrain from shaking hands during the Sign of Peace. During this time, we are acknowledging our communion together before we receive the Eucharist. It would be appropriate to smile and bow to those around you during this time of the Liturgy.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

If Sacred Heart School is closed due to snow or ice, Masses, Children’s Faith Formation classes and all meetings and choir rehearsals will also be cancelled. If it should clear off during the day, all of the above events will remain cancelled. Please tune in to a local radio or TV station for weather closing announcements. If school is DELAYED, 8:00 am Mass will be held at 8:00 am, as usual.

FOR ALL PARISHIONERS

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RCIA—RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

BECOMING CATHOLIC…HOW TO “GET MORE” OUT OF MASS. We continue with our series on how to better prepare yourself for Mass and be ready to participate in it as best you can. This week’s tip:

4. Actively seek Christ at Mass. There are several ways Christ is present at Mass. Christ is present most especially in the Eucharist, and most of us learned that Christ is also present in the person of the priest who leads us in prayer. Christ is also present in the Scriptures, so much so that when we hear them read aloud at Mass, we believe that it is Christ speaking. Last but perhaps most essentially, Christ is present in the people when they gather to sing and pray, for Jesus said, “Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them” (Mt 18:20).

This last place may be the hardest for us to see Christ readily. But to be a part of the church, we have to gather with others and learn to pray well with them, too, even if we don’t know them or even like them.

So look for Christ in someone new at Mass,

And look for Christ in someone you might not get along with. That may be the person sitting right next to you; or it might be that person at church who simply gets on your nerves that day. Try to see them as God sees them: as one of his own beloved children.

See Christ as you share the Sign of Peace. Look the person in the eye, and see in them Christ in disguise.

Look for Christ in what you see: a piece of artwork in the church you’ve never noticed before; the mother who makes the Sign of the Cross on her baby; the way the sunlight shines through a piece of stained glass.

Then listen for Christ in the Scriptures and homily, but also in the songs and prayers, in the silence and in the chatter of toddlers, in the voices of those who sing and pray with you.

Finally, seek Christ in what you do. When you make the Sign of the Cross, do so slowly, intentionally. When you genuflect or bow, stand, sit, or kneel, do so reverently and actively; that is, attend to what you’re doing and place your focus on what’s happening in the Mass at that moment. (by Diana Macalintal, TeamRCIA.com)

Have you ever considered becoming Catholic? To learn more, c o nt ac t Ca s ey Co nner , RCIA d irect or , at casey.conner@sacredheartwdm.org or 515-225-6414 ext. 309.

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ADVENT AT SACRED HEART

NOVENA TO OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE

Join us for a novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe. A novena is a 9 day prayer to obtain special graces, to implore special favors or make special petitions. Our Lady of Guadalupe is the Patron of the Americas and Saint Pope John Paul II entrusted the cause of life to her loving protection, especially the lives of children in danger of not being born. Our novena begins December 13 at 6pm each evening in the Gathering Space beside her statue. The novena will be said each evening in Spanish. On the final evening of the novena, December 12, we will begin at 5:30pm in the Parish Center and begin with the final novena and then continue with our Feast Day Celebration. Look for more details next week.

ADVENT: PREPARING THE WAY

Join us this Advent and m a k e M a s s m o r e meaningful for you! A weekly study of the Sunday readings with Kayla will make the Mass come alive for you and make the season of Advent much more meaningful. The Advent Mass readings are powerful and full of guidance and Love. Make connections with others in the parish as we Prepare the Way for Christ this Advent. Free and No homework.

Every Tuesday through Advent

Two times to choose from: Afternoons 1:45-2:30* OR Evenings 6:30-7:15

*the afternoon session will finish in time for Sacred Heart school dismissal. Little ones are welcome to come along.

DO ONE NEW THING!

4th SUNDAY OF ADVENT AND

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE ________________

Because the 4th Sunday of Advent falls on December 24th (Christmas Eve), we have a revised schedule for Masses that weekend. To fulfill your obligation, you get to go to Mass two times. Once for the 4th Sunday of Advent and once for Christmas.

4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT SATURDAY DEC. 23, 2017 4 PM

SUNDAY DEC. 24, 2017 9 AM 11 AM—SPANISH MASS CHRISTMAS MASS SUNDAY DEC. 24, 2017 4 PM SANCTUARY & PARISH CENTER 6 PM 10 PM

MONDAY DEC. 25, 2017 8 AM 9:30 AM—BILINGUAL

ADORATION DURING ADVENT

What a good way to get ready for Our Lord’s coming during this busy time of year!

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament during Advent will be Dec. 5th & 19th. The Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will occur after 8:00 am Mass & reposition will be at 7:00 pm. You are welcome to stop in anytime from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Please use the North Church Doors - the other doors will be locked. In the event of a funeral, Adoration will be suspended for the duration of the funeral and will resume after the funeral for the remainder of the day. For more information, visit the Sacred Heart website under “worship”.

BAMBINELLI SUNDAY—DEC 16/17

Continuing the tradition from St. Peter’s Square, Sacred Heart celebrates Bambinelli Sunday! Families are invited to bring the Baby Jesus from their Nativity sets to Mass on the 3rd Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday) to be blessed in time for Christmas.

There will be a blessing of the Baby Jesus at ALL Masses but we will have special Saints with Christmas treats in the Gathering Space after the 9:30 Mass.

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YOUNG FAMILIES FOR ALL PARISHIONERS

Taco Sale

Fr. Luis invites you on Sunday, December 3 from 11:30-3pm for some delicious tacos. The event is being sponsored by Maria’s Mexican Food and all funds raised will go towards aid for the Oscar Romero Seminary in El Salvador. Donations will be accepted day of or beforehand in the church office as well.

2018 HAITI MISSION

Have you thought about serving the least of our brothers and sisters through a mission? Our next mission to Haiti is March 1-8

Led by Father Michael Mitchell, LC, we will work alongside Mother Teresa’s order, the Missionaries of Charity, at their Children’s Home, their Hospital For the Dying and in other service. Daily Mass. Cost is $845, which includes accommodations, meals and all ground transportation. Individually secured airfare is additional.

If interested, please contact: marilynglane@gmail.com

A NOTE TO PARENTS

Relax! As Jesus said, “Let the children come to Me.” Bring your children to Mass. Sit near the front where they can see and hear. God put the wiggle in children, don’t feel like you have to suppress it in God’s House. All are welcome at Sacred Heart! Let them see you sing the songs, pray and voice the responses. Children learn liturgical behavior by copying YOU! If you have to leave Mass with your child, please feel free to do so, but please come back.

To the members of our Parish: a smile of encouragement is always welcome to parents with small, active children. The presence of children is a GIFT to the

Church. They are the future of our Faith!

NEW AREA FOR NURSING MOTHERS

We have added a glider rocker especially for nursing mothers. Follow the signs near the usher’s room down the stairs to the room just at the bottom which is also used as our bride’s dressing room. We choose this area so you will still be able to clearly hear all parts of the Mass.

DIAPER CHANGING TABLE

We have added a diaper changing table right next to the new glider rocker area. Thank you to all the parishioners that have donated towards improving our facilities for young families!

MOMS, DADS AND GRANDPARENTS:

Visit our Kid's Corner before Mass each week. It is located just outside the sanctuary under the Welcome Board. Let your children choose a "Children's Mass Book" or a "Seek and Find Card Pack" to keep them busy during Mass. Have your children help return them after Mass so they will be there for the next Mass. Thank you for bringing your children to Mass each week. ~Matthew 19:14

CFM COMING TO SACRED HEART

Christian Family Movement is coming back to Sacred Heart in early 2018! Look for details in future bulletins. What is Christian Family Movement? Check out this website for more details: www.cfm.org CATHOLIC YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATION

CYC is for students entering 3rd grade through high school. Camp is located about an hour from DM on beautiful Lake Panorama. With over 20 outdoor activities, CYC offers a dynamic faith experience and adventures to be cherished for a lifetime! Registration opens November 15th!

Endorsed by Bishop Pates

Voted FAVORTIE summer camp by Des Moines Parent Magazine

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BIENVENIDOS

Bienvenidos a todos nuestros visitantes, los recién llegados y feligreses !!

Si usted es nuevo en nuestra Parroquia y desea ser miembro de la Iglesia Católica Sagrado Corazón, por favor pase por la oficina parroquial o llame al 515-225-6414 para facilitarle el Registro de Nuevo Miembro. Tenemos programas y actividades disponibles para todas las edades. Ofrecemos el programa RICA para quienes deseen convertirse en Católicos. La lista con los nombres de los miembros del personal pastoral, miembros del Comité y presidentes de los ministerios y sus números de telefóno se encuentran bajo esta sección.

SACERDOTES SAGRADO CORAZON

PADRE CHRISTOPHER HARTSHORN, PARROCO chris.hartshorn@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 310 PADRE LUIS MEJIA, VICARIO PARROQUIAL luis.mejia@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 313 KARLA SERIO, DIRECTORA DEL MINISTERIO HISPANO karla.serio@sacredheartwdm.org 225-6414, ext. 304

HORARIOS DE MISA EN FIN DE SEMANA Sábado…………………………………………………………...4:00 pm Domingo….8:00, 9:30, 11:15 am; 1:00 pm Misa en Español Misa Diaria……...……………………..Lunes a Viernes 8:00 am

SACRAMENTO DE RECONCILIACIÓN Sábado…………………………………..………2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

NÚMEROS TELEFÓNICOS Teléfono de la Parroquial: 225-6414 Fax: 225-0286 Formación en la Fé para niños (CFF)…………..…225-6414 Ministerio de Jóvenes……………………………….… 225-0546 www.sacredheartwdm.org

SACRAMENTO DEL BAUTISMO Miembros registrados y participantes de la Parroquia dében contactar a la oficina parroquial para inscribirse en las clases obligatorias para Padres y padrinos. A los padres se les pide comunicar su solicitud antes del nacimiento de sus hijos.

SACRAMENTO DEL MATRIMONIO Miembros registrados y participantes de la Parroquia, se les pide contactar a la oficina parroquial con seis meses, o mas de anticipación de la fecha prevista para el matrimonio. Clases de preparación matrimonial son requeridas.

RECIEN LLEGADOS Nuevos parroquianos por favor registrarse por teléfono o en la oficina parroquial entre las 8:00 am y 3:30 pm . Para cambios de domicilio, o si dejan la parroquia por favor comuníquese con la oficina paqrroquial al teléfono 515-225-6414

COMITES Y PRESIDENTES DE MINISTERIOS Si Ud. Esta interesado en pertenecer a algunos de los Ministerios de la parroquia, favor comunicarse: 515-225-6414, extension 313.

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NOTICIAS

SE PARTE DEL GRUPO! Llame al (515) 554-0904

o mande un correo electrónico al grandknightwdm@gmail.com para más información

DÉJENOS COCINAR DESAYUNO PARA USTEDES EL PRÓXIMO DOMINGO. Empezamos a servir panqueques a las 8:30am en el salón parroquial.

Abriremos reservaciones para la Celebración de Adviento programado el 18 de diciembre. Invitaciones vienen por correo pronto.

Asegúrense en leer el noticiero de diciembre para asegurar que

están al tanto de todas las noticias del concilio.

CALENDARIO

DICIEMBRE 10 de Diciembre, domingo: Desayuno de Panqueques en el salón parroquial, 8:30-10:45 18 de Diciembre, lunes: Celebración de Adviento anual de los Caballeros y el Gremio de Mujeres en el salón parroquial, empieza a las 5:30 Ensenyame su fe sin acciones y con mis acciones te ensenyo mi fe

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NOVENAS EN EL LOBBY PARA NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE

Acompáñenos empezando el 3 de diciembre para preparar para la celebración de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe el 12 de diciembre. Cada noche rezaremos novenas en el lobby de la iglesia empezando a las 6pm de la tarde. Vengan a compartir tiempo espiritual con su comunidad.