Welcome to Sacred Heart

We extend a warm welcome to those who attend our Church. We hope that you will find ourparish community a place where your life of faith will be nourished. We also hope that you will share your special

gifts within the community. Your prayers, your presence and your talents are most welcome. Parish registrationforms are in the back of the church or may be obtained at the Parish Office.

Sacred Heart CATHOLIC CHURCH

Main Church7190 Highway 17 SouthFleming Island FL 32003

Green Cove Springs Church207 Palmetto Avenue

Green Cove Springs FL 32043

PARISH OFFICETel 284-3811 Fax 529-8845Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pastor: Father Michael PendergraftParochial Vicar: Father Sebastian Garcia Business Manager: Tish AguilarReceptionists: Mary Bullington, Silvia Alexander Hall Director: Arlene ManaloYouth Director: Janice SchubertFacility Manager: Kirk NicholsonMusic Director: Karen Otto

RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONTel 284-9983Kristin Michler-Belleza (K-5)Sandra Curtis (6-12)

CONTACTOS DEL MINISTERIO HISPANOPadre Sebastian Garcia and Sandra Curtis

ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL1610 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg 32068Tel. 282-0504

MASS SCHEDULEDue to Coronavirus Pandemic we have limited occupancy. Please call the office for mass times and to reserve your spot for weekend services.

Weekdays: Monday through Friday 8 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sat. 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. or by appointment

To arrange for Baptism or Marriages please call the Parish Office. Homebound Parishioners: Please call the office if you know of anyone who needs Eucharist brought to the home or would like a visit.

Web site: www.SacredHeartCatholicChurch.org

MISSION STATEMENT

Compelled by the Gospel, we the parish family of Sacred Heart, promote and support Christian Life by serving our parishand community through the celebration of the sacraments, educational programs and other parish ministries.

STEWARDSHIP In today’s second reading, St. Paul thanks the Philip-pians for being willing to share in his hardships and promises that God, in turn, will fully supply all their needs. Our God truly cannot be outdone in gener-osity! Your Gi s to God and Parish - September 27th Sacrificial Giving: $ 6,923.00 Building Fund: $ 7,114.00 Not in envelopes: $ 3,266.52 Children’s Sharing Treasure: $ 5.00

Your con nued support is appreciated!

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 11, 2020 

I can do all things in him who strengthens me.  

— Philippians 4:13  

Thanksgiving Baskets Please join our Parish in providing a Thanksgiving meal to the less fortunate. The items below are being requested to fill a basket for families of our commu-nity. Gi Cards from Winn-Dixie or other grocery stores are also greatly appreciated. The deadline is November 9th. Thank you for your generosity.

Canned Carrots Canned Corn Canned Green Beans Canned Sweet Potatoes Turkey Gravy Cranberry Sauce Applesauce Canned Fruit Instant Mashed Potatoes

Macaroni & Cheese Rice Stuffing Mix Pinto Beans (dry) Masa Harina (Corn Flour) Cornbread Mix Canned Pie Filling Boxed Pie Crust

* If your family is in need of a food basket, please call Sandra at (284-9983).

Book of Life If you would like to include the name of a loved one who died in the past year, in our parish Book of Life, please use the envelopes (marked All Souls) available in the narthex or in the Parish Office.

PLEASE PRINT names on the envelopes and put in the collection basket or return to the Parish Office by Wednesday, October 19th. The Book of Life will remain in the sanctuary during the month of November.

Please remember to call the Parish Office to indicate which Mass you will attend and how many will be attending.

Masks are required. Social distancing must be observed.

October Parking Lot Food Drive

Thanks to everyone who stopped by and dropped off dona ons during our recent food drive to sup-port the Food Pantry in Green Cove Springs. Parish-ioners donated nearly 3,200 pounds of food and $130 in cash. Your generosity con nues to know no bounds.

Schedule Reminders: No classes on Sunday, October 11th First Reconcilia on Parent Mee ng on

Monday, October 12th

ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS

Education News...

Think a Catholic Education is too expensive for your children?

How about a $5,677.00 scholarship?

Please explore the Step Up for Students Scholarship Program

which makes a Catholic elementary education affordable for our families.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * At Annunciation Catholic School, your parish school, it is our goal to make a Catholic education available to every parishioner.

Youth Ministry Corner

Bible Study will resume on Wednesday, October 21st, at 10:00 am in Bldg. C. It is

held every other Wednesday. All are welcome!

Sacred Heart Youth Ministry Presents: Youth Group Tailgate Wednesday, October 14th, 2020 HIGH SCHOOL: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 6th -8th GRADES: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Meet in the “TAILGATE AREA” – Parking lot near the end of Sullivan Hall

**Pease BRING YOUR OWN Lawn Chair** (very important item )

Meet New Friends! Bring New Ones! Free Individually wrapped snacks! Free Soda!

Please Note: All CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19 will be strictly enforced as well as the Diocesan guidelines.

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Teens and ‘Tweens Remember! If you are not able to join us In Person for Youth Group on Wednesday evenings due to COVID-19, we will be having Virtual ZOOM YOUTH GROUP every Thursday Evening, High School: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 6TH Grade – 8th Grade: 7:00 PM– 8:00 PM

If you have any ques ons, please contact Janice Schu-bert, Youth Director at 284-3811 or janice.schubert@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org and I will be happy to help.

Pat Cook’s Class Wednesday, October 28th, 9:30 am

Topic: The Seven Avignon Popes You must make a reserva on with Kris n at (904) 284-883 by Monday, October 26th, to a end this class. (Please do not call the main office!) Masks must be worn to cover the nose & mouth the en-

re class. Due to social distancing, a limited number will be allowed to a end. A strict no walk-ins policy will be upheld! For your convenience, we will also be live streaming on Facebook from Sullivan Hall. Check out our public Face-book page.

In Our Parish...

DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN The second Sunday in October is Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Membership Sunday providing all Catholic Women of the Diocese the opportunity to exercise their faith in union with others towards goals of mutual enrichment.

The St. Bonaventure Fraternity of the Secular Francis-can Order (SFO) happily shares the news of the upcom-ing profession of Bruce Ma hews. He will make a perma-nent commitment to the Gospel Life as he professes into the Secular Franciscan Order. The Rite of Profession will take place on October 17, 2020 at 12:30 pm, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, FL, with a Mass. At profession, Bruce will promise to follow the Rule of Life of the Secular Franciscan Order, pledging himself to live the Gospel in the manner of St. Francis.

Secular Franciscans live out their calling to the Franciscan life in a par cular way in their homes and families, at work, in their parishes and in the world.

You are cordially invited to celebrate this joyous occasion with us. Please contact: Nani Lafont OFS 904-673-7250

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CATECHISTS The Office of Chris an Forma on presents the 36th Annual Faith Forma on Day, Saturday, October 31st at

Bishop Snyder High School beginning at 8:30 am. This year’s theme is “I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you.” Our keynote speaker is John Braham, sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor. Other topics include The Mother Church of the Dio-cese, The Martyrs of La Florida, and The Eucharist: Grow-ing in our Understanding and Apprecia on of the Real Presence. This event has several opportuni es to meet Level I and Level III cer fica on requirements. Please call your parish DRES, Kris n or Sandra at 904-284-9983. All current Covid policies and protocols will be in place.

SACRED HEART’S COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN

“Calling All Women of the Parish to Join Us” For a GATHERING of the Women of Our Parish

6 pm – 8:15 pm Come and join us on Monday, October 12th, in Sullivan Hall. We will start at 6 pm with refreshments and fellowship. Our Guest Speaker will be: Pat Cook and she will be speaking on ‘Living the Hail Mary’.

All women are invited to come and join us. We are women who are serve in many of the ministries of our parish. This is a time for us to come and get to know each other better. So come, bring your mask and join us and we will have a wonderful time together. Please call Pattie Halle at 904-703-1635 or email by October 9th, in order to keep social distancing practice along with ensuring we have room for all to gather.

Please visit our church Website for more GREAT infor-ma on: www.sacredheartcatholicchurch.org The Council meets the 2nd Monday of the month from Sep-tember till May. For more information contact: Pattie (904)-703-1635 Email: pattieangel001@comcast.net

CHRISTMAS ANGEL GIVING TREE Outreach will again have the Christmas Angel Gi Giving Tree. We are accep ng names of parishioners who may need a helping hand with providing gi s for their children. Please call the Outreach office at 284-4767 for more informa on. All infor-ma on is confiden al.

Marriage Prepara on Marriage Prepara on: To schedule a wedding, an engaged couple must meet with their parish priest or dea-con at least eight months before their proposed wedding date. Prepara on for the sacrament in-cludes a ending a diocesan program such as En-gaged Encounter or Pre Cana. Pre-registra on for each of these programs is mandatory. For more informa on about the diocesan requirements or to register for any of the diocesan programs, please visit www.dcfl.org or call (904) 551-2619.

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time You are invited to a rich feast. Don’t ignore the invita on. Perhaps you are called to service through ordained ministry or the consecrated life. Trust

that you will receive the grace you need. (Matthew 22:1-14). If you have a ques on about a voca on to the priesthood or religious life, contact the Voca on office, at (904) 262-3200 ext. 101, or email vocations@dosafl.com

Pray For

Vocations

PARISH WEBSITE Be in the know… check out our website at www.sacredheartcatholicchurch.org Con-tact Parish Office at 284-3811 or email bulle n@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org

if you have something for the website.

Around the Diocese...

BULLETIN DEADLINE The deadline for the bulle n ar cle is noon on Mondays. Holiday weeks may have earlier deadlines. Ar cles for the bulle n may be emailed to bulletin@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org

ATTENTION: The Diocese of St. Augus ne treats all alle-

ga ons of sexual misconduct seriously and deals with all

allega ons in a prompt, confiden al, and thorough

manner. To Report Abuse, call the police or the Depart-

ment of Children and Families at (800)962-2873. Or call

the Diocesan Vic m Assistance Coordinator at (904)208-

6979 or email inquiries @dosafl.com. To report abuse by

a bishop, call (800)276-1562 or visit www.reportbishopabuse.org.

Catholic Therapist Network The Catholic Therapist Network is a valuable resource for support in an increasing variety of circumstances. A lis ng of more than 20 licensed mental health profes-sionals in our diocese who are Catholics in good standing and loyal to the theology, tradi ons and values of the Catholic faith can be found on our website: Catholic Therapist Network. Therapists are listed by loca on. Most offer telehealth op ons to extend their valuable support. Poin ng those in need to the network can be a tremendous help and a path to hope and healing. Please visit h ps://bulle ns.dosafl.com/2020/ to obtain a bulle-

n announcement to promote this important service.

Through the prayer of pe on, which is the most usual and spontaneous form of prayer, we express awareness of our rela onship with God. By turn-ing back to Him we recognize not only that we have turned away from Him but also that we are not responsible for either our own beginning or our last end. (CCC #2629)

Thank you to all who have been recycling alumi-num cans. This is now a project of Boy Scout Troop 309, who will be using the profit to fund Scout pro-jects and ac vi es. Please no n cans, boxes or plas c bo les!

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 — 5:1; Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43-45, 47-48; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: Eph 1:1-10; Ps 98:1-6; Lk 11:47-54 Friday: Eph 1:11-14; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 12-13; Lk 12:1-7 Saturday: Eph 1:15-23; Ps 8:2-3ab, 4-7; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 7-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; Mt 22:15-21

Monday, October 12th, 8:00 am – In memory of Virginia McCarty requested by Jane Johnson. Tuesday, October 13th, 8:00 am - Kenny Pawlowski requested by Jack and Mary Bullington. Wednesday, October 14th, 8:00 am - For the Bella Family requested by Grandparents Richard and Maureen. Thursday, October 15th, 8:00 am - In memory of Dinah Simon requested by the Reforma Family. Friday, October 16th, 8:00 am - For Tinh Dinh Phanxico requested by Linh Bui. Saturday, October 17th, 5:30 pm - In memory of Octavi-ano Jose Epinosa requested by the French Family. Sunday, October 18th, 8:00 am - For the Parishioners of Sacred Heart Parish. Sunday, October 18th, 10:30 am - In memory of Amy Cherie Fairbrother requested by the Aguilars.

SULLIVAN HALL All events held at Sullivan Hall are scheduled through Sullivan Hall director, Arlene Manalo. For prices, availability and more informa on, call Arlene at 284-3811 or email sullivanhall@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org www.facebook.com/shsullivanhall

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — On this mountain the L will make for all peoples a feast of rich food and choice wines (Isaiah 25:6-10a). Psalm — I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life (Psalm 23). Second Reading — God will supply whatever you need (Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20). Gospel — I have prepared my banquet, and everything is ready. Come to the feast! (Ma hew 22:1-14 [1-10]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, Interna-tional Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Please call the Parish Office to have names included on our list. Names will be print-ed in the bulletin for four weeks before being removed or unless re-added by request. Thank you for helping us keep our list current.

PRAYER LIST Please pray for… Donald Black, Dan Harkins, Daniel Hubert, Doug Kirk, John Knight, Kat Launer, Ben O’Steen, Stephanie Wiley, Carol Wilson, John Anderson, Ki y Estes, Kristen Foreman, Cheryl Gomes, Mark Hathaway, Art Hernandez, Mark Jones, Cindy Mackert, Pa y Nolen, Mike Roe, Bon-nie and Keith Willis, Martha Wilson, Dennis Wi , Kelly Gilsenan, Debbie Howle e, Hugh James, Jerry Wallmeyer, Ansley Luther, Karen McCallan, Donna Ramos, Levi Shepherd, Rita Williams, Will Benne , Sandy Estes, Sarah Machowski, Yvonne McCarter, Sharon Peden, Mike Sullivan, Frank Taormina, Pat Weikel, our homebound parishioners and our prayer blanket recipients.