PARISH OFFICE 330-336-3049 church@shofjesus.com Fr. Joseph L. Labak Pastor Fr. Patrick Spicer Parochial Vicar Deacon Roger Klaas Deacon Deacon Richard Michney Deacon Mrs. Annette Bernard

Religious Education Director

Mr. Taylor Gosiaco

Youth Minister

Mr. Eric Pandrea

Music Director

Mr. Jeff Flaherty

Business Manager

Mrs. Mary Gegick

Development Director

Mrs. Lisa Hanna

Parish Secretary/

Bulletin Editor

Mrs. Dianna Davies

Parish Secretary/

Bulletin Editor

SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL 330-334-6272 Mr. Bill Adams, Principal

Mrs. Beth Sobnosky, Secretary

Registration:

Everyone in the parish should

be properly registered. New

parishioners, as well as those

moving out of the parish,

should contact the Parish Office

as soon as possible.

Funerals:

Arrangements are made

with the Parish Office through

the funeral director before

publication in the newspaper.

SACRED HEART WADSWORTH, OHIO

The joyful season of Lent is drawing to a close as we begin Holy Week. This is a very solemn time for us as we enter into the most beautiful and meaningful liturgies that the Church has to offer us. Now is the time for us to enter more fully into the Paschal Mystery, the saving death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is unfortunate that we are not able to celebrate these liturgies together as a parish family this year because of

the corona virus, but thanks to modern technology we can participate in them from our homes with our families. As you can see below, the liturgies of Holy Week will be live streamed from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Cleveland or you can watch them on cable TV on EWTN. Please check your listings depending on which kind of cable or satellite service you have. On Holy Thursday, we celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, at 7:00 p.m. live streamed from St. John’s Cathedral or view it on EWTN at 2:30 PM from Rome on Wadsworth Cable Channel 29 or Spectrum channel 50. On this night, we remember how Jesus gathered with His disciples to celebrate the Passover. During this sacred meal, He changed the bread and wine into His Body and Blood and gave it to them to eat and drink. At this sacred meal, Jesus gives us the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist and the Sacrament of Holy Orders so that He might always be with us and continue to shower His love upon us. On Good Friday, we celebrate the Lord’s Passion and Death, at 3:00 p.m. live streamed from St. John’s Cathedral or view it on EWTN at 11:00 AM from Rome on Wadsworth Cable Channel 29 or Spectrum channel 50. At this time, we reflect on the Passion of Jesus according to St. John. We pray for the many needs of the world and the Church, we venerate the Cross as the instrument of our salvation, and we receive the Body and Blood of the Lord in a communion service. There is no Mass celebrated on Good Friday; the Eucharist we receive was consecrated at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Thursday evening. On Saturday evening, we celebrate the Easter Vigil, at 8:30 p.m. live streamed from St. John’s Cathedral or view it on EWTN at 2:30 PM from Rome on Wadsworth Cable Channel 29 or Spectrum channel 50. During this liturgy, we remember the history of our salvation culminating in our celebration of Jesus’ glorious resurrection from the dead. At this most solemn and beautiful liturgy, we welcome the newest members of our Christian community as they are baptized, received into the Catholic Church, confirmed, and receive Holy Communion for the first time. It is a time for us to renew our baptism and our faith in Jesus Christ, our Lord and God. Please make time to prayerfully celebrate the liturgies of Holy Week. Don’t let the beauty and meaning of this week be lost, but let us transcend the world and enter into a celebration of our faith and salvation. The Feast of Divine Mercy is on Sunday, April 19 this year. The Novena of Divine Mercy will begin on Good Friday and conclude on Saturday, April 18, the vigil of the Feast of Divine Mercy. A novena is usually nine days of prayer for a specific intention or anticipation of a certain feast. If you would like to pray the novena for Divine Mercy you will find the prayers for each day at http://divinemercysunday.com/novena.htm. The prayer can be said by itself or together with the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. On the Feast of Divine Mercy we will all pray the Chaplet after Mass and have the opportunity to venerate the image of Divine Mercy from home by simple bowing or genuflecting in front of it. Please be generous in your Easter Gift to the parish if you are able. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and needed. Your Easter gift is a way for you to give back to God a portion of all that He has given you. As you prayerfully consider your sacrifice for Easter this year, please remember that your continued generosity makes it possible for all of us to continue to grow in our faith. May God bless you for your past and continued generosity. You can also donate electronically by going to the parish web site.

PALM SUNDAY APRIL 5, 2020

Baptism: By prior arrangement with the Parish Office. Parents are expected to attend the Pre-Baptismal Instruction which is held the first Sunday of March, June, September and December after the noon Mass.

Marriage:

Anointing of the Sick: In case of serious illness or before surgery, please call the Parish Office. Communion Calls: Homebound parishioners unable to come to Mass should notify the Parish Office so that Holy Communion may be brought to their homes. Sacrament of Penance: Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to Noon, and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. To Be A Godparent/Sponsor: You must be registered at a parish and a practicing Catholic at least 16 years old and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist as well as being in a valid marriage, if married. Those Catholics who have joined another religion may not act as Godparent or Christian Witness or who no longer attend Mass weekly. Crisis Pregnancies: Don’t panic. Help of ALL KIND is available. If unsure of what to do, call Embrace Clinic and Care Center (330-825-1900). You will find lots of support for you and your unborn child. Every human life is sacred and a gift from God. Bequests: A bequest to your parish is a way to honor your church and faith of your lifetime. A bequest, included in your will, is exempt from state and inheritance taxes and reduces the amount of estate to be taxed. For more information, please call the Parish Office.

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, April 4 James & Dorothy Durkin [Durkin Family] Sunday, April 5 - PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD Mary Ann Roberts [Gary & Kathleen Roberts] Elsa Immormino [Brad & Nancy Brigeman] Monday, April 6 Poor Souls Tuesday, April 7 Christopher Burke [Dennis Burke] Wednesday, April 8 Richard & Mary Canestraro [Tom Witschey Family] Thursday, April 9 - Holy Thursday Intentions of Fr. Joe & Fr. Pat [Legion of Mary] Friday, April 10 - Good Friday Saturday, April 11 - Holy Saturday Betty Drouhard [Don & Family] Sunday, April 12 - EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD Louise Ravetta [Lionetti Family] John & Carmella Puglisi [Family] Richard Fick [Krunich Family]

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 5, 2020

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS the family and friends of Lisa Puckett, daughter of Pat Mondelllo, and Don Paridon, brother of Carole Gawthrop, who died recently. May our risen Lord grant them eternal rest in His heavenly kingdom.

SCRIPTURE READING REFLECTIONS OF THE WEEK – APRIL 5, 2020

PALM SUNDAY

Question for Adults: How will you try to imitate the obedience and humility of Christ during this holy week? Questions for Children: What could you do to show respect for Jesus this week as the church remembers His death and resurrection?

Monday Is 42:1-7; Jn 12:1-11 Tuesday Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Wednesday Is 50:4-9; Mt 26:14-25 Thursday Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Jn 13:1-15 Friday Is 52:13-53:12; Jn 18:1-19:42 Saturday Genesis 1:1-2:2; Mt 28:1-10

Palm Sunday Jesus took bread and giving it to his disciples said, “Take and eat, this is my body.” Then he took a cup and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, for this is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.” Then Jesus came to a place called Gethsemane. He fell prostrate in prayer, saying, “My Father, let this cup pass from me; yet, not as I will, but as you will.” Then all the disciples left him and fled. Pilate said to the crowds, “What shall I do with Je-sus called Christ?” They all said, “Let him be crucified!” And they came to a place called Golgotha. From noon onward, darkness came over the whole land. And about three o’clock Jesus cried out in a loud voice, My God, why have you forsak-en me?” Jesus gave up his spirit. The centurion and the men with them said, “Truly, this was the Son of God!”

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT - MARCH 29

Envelope Offertory ( 33 Envelopes) ................ $11,214

Online Giving Offertory (111 Givers)

Budget Offertory ............................................. $18,500

Weekly Difference ........................................... ($7,286)

Actual YTD Offertory ....................................... $721,544

Budget YTD Offertory ...................................... $758,500

YTD Difference ................................................ ($36,956)

SPECIALS

Capital Improvement ...................................... $535

St. Vincent de Paul .......................................... $1,170

Support Our School ......................................... $40

Thank you for your generosity!

A & R Raffle Winner

FOR THE WEEK OF

March 29, 2020 is

Declan Haskins

Due to COVID-19 and the “Stay at Home” order, the parish office is closed to visitors. However, the parish staff will retrieve mail and check email and phones daily, so please leave a message at 330.336.3049 ext. 2000. Also, all Parish activities for the month of April have been postponed, including First Communion.

During the “Stay at Home” order, for those who would like to continue their offertory to the church, it may be in everyone’s best interest to consider online giving. To sign up, go to our website at shofjesus.com, under the “About Us” tab,

select Online Giving. At the bottom of the page select “Get Started with Online Giving to Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish”. Follow the instructions. For those who will consider the online giving option, please leave a message on the voicemail at the Parish Office so your records can be updated. Thank you! There is also an option to give without creating an account on the same page where it says, “Give one time without creating an account”, click on Quick Give. This allows a person to give each week, temporarily until we resume our normal Mass schedule.

Catholic Cemeteries Association—Digital Grief Support We are currently working to provide grief support resources on our website and social media. Digital bereavement resources, which include our blog and podcasts, can be found by visiting the “Media” tab on our website www.clecem.org. If you would like to request additional materials contact us at email@clecem.org .

REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY TAKING PLACE AT SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL Seeking a Catholic education for your child? Registration for new students and re-registration for current students for the 2020-2021 school year is currently taking place. If you are looking for a Christ-centered, safe and nurturing environment, please consider our

parish school. Sacred Heart School has much to offer its students including excellence in academics, a spiritually contagious atmosphere, service projects to enhance learning outside the classroom, and small class sizes to help keep our focus on the individual needs of every student. In an attempt to meet each child’s needs, we offer full-day and half-day kindergarten programs, as well as many enrichment and intervention opportunities. We are a Jon Peterson and Ed Choice Expansion Scholarship school. Please call 330-334- 6272 for more information or visit our websites at www.sacredheartexcellence or www.shswadsworth.org to learn more about our school.

MASS INTENTIONS DURING ‘STAY AT HOME’ ORDER Please know that during this time of uncertainty, the Mass Intentions are still being prayed during the 9:30am Live Streamed Mass on Sunday; and at the 8:00am weekday Masses. Fr. Joe is including all other Mass intentions during his daily private Masses. All intentions noted in the bulletin are being prayed for by Fr. Joe and Fr. Pat. Daily Masses will be live streamed:

Sunday Mass: 9:30 am Monday -Wednesday: 8:00 am Thursday: 9:30 am Friday-Saturday: 8:00 am Palms will be handed out on Palm Sunday from 11:00 am- 2:00 pm. For those who are unable to pick them up on Sunday, palms will be available in the Chapel from Noon-6:00 pm throughout Holy Week.

PALM SUNDAY APRIL 5, 2020