Sacred Heart Parish Clifton Heights, PA

Sacred Heart Church Saint Hedwig Chapel 316 East Broadway Avenue 4th & Hayes Streets Clifton Heights, PA 19018 Chester, PA 19013

MASSES Daily: Monday - Friday - 8:00 A.M.

Saturday Vigil - 4:00 P.M.

Sunday - 7:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.

Holy Day - As Scheduled

Confessions - Monday- Friday 7:45 A.M.

Saturday 3:15 - 3:45 P.M.

Rosary - Monday - Friday 7:30 A.M.

MASS Sunday - 9:15 A.M. Bilingual

(Polish and English)

Confession - Sunday at 9:00 A.M.

Rosary - Before Mass on Sunday

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT To live and grow as a church in the Roman Catholic tradition

by devotion to God in worship, doctrine, ministry,

and loving service to each other and to the people entrusted to us.

Rev. Michael W. Rzonca, Pastor Sr. Louise Quinn, Director of Parish Services

WEEKEND ASSISTANTS:

REV. GIRARD CUSATIS, REV. JOSEPH JUNG, REV. MICHAEL BIELECKI, O.S.A. PHONE: 610-623-0409 SHC316@aol.com www.sacredheart-cliftonheights.net

MARCH 2, 2014

Ash Wednesday marks the first day, or the start of the season of Lent, which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are not included in the count). Lent is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. During Ash Wednesday services, the foreheads of worshipers will lightly be rubbed with the sign of the cross with ashes. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Is the process of learning about the Catholic faith and being formed in that faith. For a baptized Christian, reception into full communion with the Catholic Church involves reception of the Sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation) and then a Profession of Faith followed by the celebration of Confirmation and the Eucharist. For someone never baptized, the person, once prepared, receives baptism, confirmation and first Eucharist during mass. If you are interested please contact Fr. Mike . 092-2

Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ 2014

Masses of the Week

4:00 PM (Vigil) - Fagioli, Julianti, O’Malley,

Mulmer & English Families Of. Catherine Schaab

Sunday, March 2

7:30AM + Thomas McLoughlin Of. wife,

Dolores

11:00AM + Intention of the Rosary Sodality

Monday, March 3

8:00AM + Agnes Di Cola Of Rosary Sodality

Tuesday, March 4 8:00AM + Raymond H. Pirollo Of. Michael

Wufsus

Wednesday, March 5 Ash Wednesday

8:00AM + Living & Deceased Parishioners of

Sacred Heart Parish

12:00 Noon + Carolyn Walish Of. Frank & Pat

Horne

6:00PM + Dorothy Bernat Of. Sr. Janeen Obara

Thursday, March 6

8:00AM + Marie Smith Of. husband, Bob Smith

Friday, March 7

8:00AM + Louise Bush Of. Walt Bush & family

6:00 PM Stations of the Cross

Saturday, March 8

4:00 PM (Vigil) + Norrie Ege Of. Family

Sunday, March 9

7:30AM + Msgr. Anthony Jaworowski Of. The

Crawford Family

11:00AM + Donald Wadas Of. Alexandra

Danicki & family

Candles For The Month Of March + Sally Groff + Maria Corbo

+ Louise, Bunky, Lillian & Bertha Bush

+ Thomas Livezey

Fast and Abstinence And Other Acts Of Penance For Lent

The Bishops of the United States prescribe, as minimal obligation, that all persons who are fourteen years of age and older are bound to abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2014, on all the Fridays of Lent and Good Friday. Further, all persons eighteen years of age and older, up to and including their 59th birthday, are bound to fast by limiting themselves to a single full meal on Ash Wednesday and on Good Friday, while the other two meals on those days are to be light. All the faithful are encouraged, when possible, to participate at Mass and to receive the Holy Eucharist daily, to celebrate frequently the Sacrament of Penance, to undertake spiritual reading, especially the study of the Sacred Scriptures, and to participate in parish Lenten devotions as well as Lenten education programs. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is especially recommended. All are encouraged to participate in Operation Rice Bowl which has aided countless hungry persons here in the Archdiocese as well as throughout our nation and our world.

Lenten Schedule Sacred Heart

Ash Wednesday March 5th

Masses 8:00AM, 12:00 Noon, 6:00PM

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Stations Of The Cross Friday’s 6:00 PM

Beginning on March 7th .

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Confessions

Daily at 7:45 AM

Sacred Heart Parish Sacred Heart Church ~St. Hedwig’s Chapel

Our 2014 Catholic Charities Appeal parish goal is $7,628.00

Archbishop Chaput’s letter in the bulletin a few weeks ago states “it is our privilege as disciples to give freely; to share our gifts unselfishly” Let us remember these words as we donate to this very important appeal. Thank you!

Father Mike

You could be our $1,000.00 Winner on Easter Sunday

Purchase a $25.00 ticket for your chance to win!. Extra forms can be found in the vestibule of the church. Prizes are $1,000.00 Easter Sunday, $100.00 on Sunday, and $50.00 on weekdays. These make wonderful Gifts. Thank you and good luck to all who have

purchased! We have had many winners and a complete list will be in the bulletin after the final drawing takes place! 092-3

FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP Prayerfully consider your Offertory Gift as your act

of praise to God for all HE has given you.

Sacred Heart - February 23, 2014 Sunday Envelopes 123 $2,372.00 Loose 298.00 TOTAL 2,670.00 Maintenance 21.00 Care of Aging Priests 587.00 St. Hedwig - February 23, 2014 Sunday Envelopes 57 $1,088.00 Loose 84.00 TOTAL 1,172.00 Care of Aging Priests 369.00 Thank you for your generosity.

Weekend Mass Attendance 4:00 PM (112) 9:15AM (72) 7:30AM (48) 11:00 AM (79)

Flu Season Remember: if the person next to you does not offer you his/her hand at the sign of peace this is most likely the reason. Don’t be offended. During flu season it is a very good idea to give a sincere “nod of the head” during the sign of peace. Stay healthy!

Update Your Parish Information If any of your information has changed such as phone number, address or e-mail, please let us know! Many of you have designated to have your yearly contribution statements e-mailed and if your e-mail address changes without us knowing your statement will be in somewhere in cyberspace! Thank you! Holy Hour at Sacred Heart Please join us every Friday morning between 8:30 and 9:30AM for the Holy Hour of prayer and reflection. Bread and Wine for the Week In the years of the early Church the people brought the bread and wine to be used for Mass. If you wish to participate in this tradition in memory of a loved one, you may call the rectory at 610-623-0409. The offering is $20.00

Care of Ill and Aging Priests Collection

Special thanks to everyone who gave so

generously to last weekends second collection for our

Archdiocesan priests. Your donations never go unnoticed! May God

continue to bless you and your families for your continued kindness!

FLOUR Your Donations of

Pillsbury or Gold Medal

would be greatly appreciated to

make our delicious Pierogi.

Donations can be placed in the church vestibule or brought to the Rectory.

Thanking you in advance!

Mark Your Calendar Pierogi

March 31 through April 11

$7.00 per dozen Call or Barb & Bill 610-623-7229 or the rectory

610-623-0409 to place your order!

Monetary donations as well as Pillsbury & Gold Medal Flour donations are much appreciated!

Little Sisters of the Poor Spring Concert The Irish group, Scythian will perform on Saturday, April 5, doors open at 6PM. $50 per person includes food and beverages. For more info 215-729-5153. The Calamari Sisters Big, Fat, Italian Wedding Day Trip At Penn’s Landing Playhouse on Sunday, April 6th. Bus, 12:30PM, Arrive 1:30PM, Show 2:00PM, Depart 4:30PM, Dinner (Popi’s Restaurant) 5:00PM, Depart Restaurant 7:00PM, Home 8:00PM. $117.00pp. Call Mary Ann Dalessandro at 610-284-6146 for reservations. Adult Discernment Group The Vocation Office is sponsoring a men’s discernment group, adults college age and up for men interested in the possibility of priesthood. The group will meet every 2nd Sunday of the month Feb-May at the SS Peter & Paul Cathedral following the 6:30PM Mass at 7:30-9:30PM in the Neumann Room. Upcoming dates are: March 9, April 13 and May 11. For more information: The vocation office at 610-667-5778. St. Dorothy’s Bereavement Group The support group will begin on Tuesday, March 11th at 7:30PM in the library, church basement. All are welcome, especially those who have lost a loved one in the past 6-24 months. Experienced leader, on site parking, and no fee. To register and for more information call Trish Sullivan at 610-789-7257. Vera Bradley Bingo Sunday, March 30 at Cardinal Krol Center (Gym) 1:00-5:00 PM. Tickets $25 or $30 at door. For tickets or for more information please call Ginny at 484-475-2503. Retrouvaille Marriage Program Rediscover the love in your marriage the weekend of April 25-27 at the Family Life Center, Malvern. Tens of thousands of couples headed for divorce have saved their marriages by attending. Call 1-800-470-2230 for info. Strictly confidential!

Archbishop Chaput’s Come and See Retreat Are you a high school student that has thought about being a priest? Come and join others for a weekend Friday, April 4 to Sunday, April 6 at St. Charles Seminary to explore the call. For more info visit HeedTheCall.org or call 610-667-5778. Registration is required. 2014 Archbishop’s Lecture Series Apr 8, 2014 Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church. Sept 30, 2014 What is Marriage? Dec 2, 2014 Theology of the Body, the Gender Distinction and Religious Freedom. Please join us on each of these Tuesday evenings. NO charge. Information and online registration can be found at phillyevang.org/lectures Disneyworld Special Packages The Knights of Columbus Council 10934 is offering roundtrip, non-stop air, from $859. pp for family of four (2 adults & 2 children under age 17 in one room), select dates in March, April & May 2014. For additional information you can call 610-892-1166. Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries Our retreats are for anyone hurting from the spiritual and emotional pain of an abortion. The weekend will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God: grieve your loss; and forgive yourself and others. March 7, 8, 9, 2014 at the Spirituality Center in Frazer, PA. For more info Call 215-906-6337 or 610-399-0890. All contacts are confidential. Visit rachelsvineyard.org

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YOU Are Invited To Join Our Parish!

If someone you know or if you may be visiting

and have been affected by the recent closing of

area parishes, please know that Sacred Heart’s

door is open to you! Please call the Rectory at

610-623-0409 and request a registration form

that you can fill out and return at your

convenience. Father Michael Rzonca

PLEASE NOTE: Inclement Weather This winter as we prepare for storms, whether it be rain, ice or snow we worry about our parishioners and guests who are most important to us! On weekdays when the conditions are bad enough for the area schools to be closed there will be NO MASS held at Sacred Heart. This is for your safety. Father Mike

Save The Date

Wedding Anniversary Mass

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Main Celebrant

Archbishop Charles Chaput,

More information to follow!

PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK: Kevin Fagioli, James Fitzpatrick, Christine Hanson, Kaitlyn Klein, Jackie McBride, Robin McLoughlin, William Papa, Kevin Perkins, Sr. Louise Quinn, Hilda Rizzo, Tracey Sodermann, Catherine Spinelli, Antoinette Wardynski, Emilie Wrzesniewski. Please remember the person on the sick list must agree to have his/her name appear in the bulletin.

Lent is marked by a time of prayer and

preparation to celebrate Easter. Since Sundays

celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, the six Sundays

that occur during Lent are not counted as part of

the 40 days of Lent, and are referred to as the

Sundays in Lent. The number 40 is connected with

many biblical events, but especially with the forty

days Jesus spent in the wilderness preparing for

His ministry by facing the temptations that could

lead him to abandon his mission and calling.

St. Hedwig’s Easter Food Drive Our Easter Food Drive is now underway. We are accepting donations of boxed and canned foods or monetary donations. See Philip Tarashuk or Gina Dubinski in the back of the church. Thank you for your generosity.

Pray For Vocations

Sunday Mass

St. Hedwig’s Chapel

Sunday, March 2 9:15AM + Josephine & Peter Kurek Of.

Daughter, Christine

Wednesday, March 5 Ash Wednesday

9:15AM + Living & Deceased of St. Hedwig’s

Sunday, March 9 9:15AM + William V. Kokoszka & Carolyn M.

Kokoszka Of. Carol Finley & family

Candles For The Month We have candles remaining until June 2014. If interested please call the rectory to reserve one. The cost is $20.00 for the month. Outreach Program For Pregnant Women Catholic Social Services is pleased to introduce a new mobile unit which will serve pregnant women and new mothers throughout Philadelphia and its surrounding counties. As part of the statewide government-funded Real Alternatives program, the 'Beautiful Beginnings' van will provide pro-life options counseling and vital support services. For more information on Catholic Social Services, please visit www.cssphiladelphia.org/ or call 215-587-3590. For information on Real Alternatives, please visit http://www.realalternatives.org/ or call 1-888-LIFE AID. “The public have an insatiable curiosity to know

everything, except what is worth knowing.”

Oscar Wilde 092-5

Sunday’s Gospel:

Matthew 6:24-34

Gospel Summary Matthew’s Gospel this week continues the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus encourages his disciples to notice how the Father cares for even the smallest of creatures, and assures them that their heavenly Father provides even more for their needs. Reflection for Parents It is easy to think that the adult members of a family are the ones who bear the greatest share of anxieties and concerns. But children and youth bear their share of anxieties, too. Will they fit in at a new school, in a new neighborhood, on a new team? Will they pass the homework assignment, the test, or the year-end exam? In the spirit of the Gospel, they worry about basic things such as clothing and food, too. Listening carefully to what our children are saying about their day and their interactions with others, and creating an environment of open and honest communication do much create a spirit of God’s peace and care in the home.

Candle For The Month Of March + John Panfile, Maryann & Dennis

+ Stella, Josie & Laura

Lenten Schedule St. Hedwig

Ash Wednesday, March 5th

Mass 9:15AM

Stations Of The Cross Friday’s 7:00 PM

Beginning on March 7th .

Gorzkie Zale following 9:15 Mass