Sacred Heart Parish
Telephone: (519) 881-0692
Fax:
(519) 881-2060
Email: [email protected]
Website:
www.sacredheartchurchwalkerton.com
SUNDAY LITURGIES
Saturday:
5:00 p.m.
Sunday:
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Children’s Liturgy: Sun. at 9 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sat. at 4 p.m.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon
& 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
221 Victoria Street, P.O. Box 38, Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
Sunday, January 15, 2017
Second Sunday In Ordinary Time
Rev. David Weise
Pastor
Rev. Andrew Quarshie
Parish Administrator
Rev. Mr. Janos Janossy
Parish Deacon
Valerie Austin-Kelly
Secretary
Connie Weber
Parish Council Chairperson
Second Sunday In Ordinary Time
Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!
January 16-21, 2017
MASS SCHEDULE
Mon. Jan. 16
7:00 p.m.
+Gerry Hesch
Tues. Jan. 17
9:00 a.m.
+Maria Enekes
req by: Norma Mortimer
St. Anthony
req by: Janos & Catherine Janossy
Thurs. Jan. 19
2:30 p.m.
Mass @ Maple Court Villa
+Eileen Poechman
req by: Martina Gutcher
7:00 p.m.
+Val, Therese & Jim Voisin req by: The Estate
Fri. Jan. 20
9:00 a.m.
+Heath Ledger
req by: Fr. David Weise
+Irene Hinsperger
req by: Harvey & Family
+Earl Mortimer
req by: Bob & Rosanne Chesney
+Mary Koller
req by: Donelda Miller
+Mary Fischer
req by: Marilyn Cuff
+Pearl Seegmiller
req by: Paul & Marg Weber
+Don Valad
req by: Mary & Paul Benninger
Intention of Anastatia Peterson req by: Les & Mary Peterson
9:30 a.m.
Mass @ Mother Teresa School
+Ed Zettler
req by: Mary & John Shulhan
Sat. Jan. 21
5:00 p.m.
+Betty Kraemer
req by: Albert & Damian Kraemer
Sun. Jan. 22 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 a.m.
Intention of our Parish and it’s benefactors
11:00 a.m.
+Brad Strader
eq by: Steve & Linda Strader & Girls
Second Sunday in
Ordinary Time
St. Paul tells us that we have been
sanctified in Christ Jesus and called
to be a holy people.
Could it be that you or someone in
your family is being called to be a
priest, deacon, brother or sister?
Contact Fr. Michael King,
Director of Vocations and Priestly
Formation, Diocese of Hamilton
at 905-528-7988
Today is
World Day of
Migrants and Refugees.
In Deepest Sympathy
Please pray for the repose of the
souls and families of:
Jim Mason, Meryl Lynch
& Sister Mildred Dietrich, CSJ
May God grant them eternal rest.
HAMILTON DIOCESAN PRAYER CALENDAR
FOR ALL WHO MINISTER IN THE CHURCH
Creator God, life is your gift. Through baptism you invite us
to share in service to others. Give us the courage and
generosity to respond to your call. Bless those who serve you
as priests, religious, deacons and lay ministers. Open the
minds and hearts of men and women to accept your
challenge to build the kingdom of God. Amen.
This week, Jan. 16-21, 2017 we pr ay for :
Jan. 16….Rev. Junghyuk Choi
Jan. 17….Rev. Allen Vaelaki
Jan. 18….Benedictines
Jan. 19….Rev. James Malone
Jan. 20….Rev. Stephen Csiszar
Jan. 21….Rev. Jerome Mascarenhas, O.C.D.
Offertory Envelopes for 2017
PLEASE pick up your offer tor y envelopes.
They are located at the back of the Church.
Please double check you are picking up the correct
name and or number. Thank you.
Social Sunday will r esume again
Sunday, February 5th following the 9 am Mass.
Hope to see everyone there.
Please Be Extra Careful!
Now that that winter weather is here we ask that
you PLEASE be careful on the steps and coming
and going from the Church and parking lot. It may
be snowy and icy underneath. Thank you!
CWL NEWS:
Just a reminder that
January is Membership Month.
Membership Fee is $20.00.
Envelopes are in the pews
and the ladies will be at the back after Masses this
weekend to collect your dues for 2017.
Executive Meeting:
Thurs. Jan. 26th at 7:30 pm.
in the Rectory meeting room.
General Meeting:
Thurs. Feb. 2nd at 7:30 pm.
in the Church Hall.
World Day of Migrants and Refugees
“I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me”
“I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me” is the title
of the Pastoral Letter released in October 2015 by the
Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace of the
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Canadian
Catholics more than ever before need to be aware of
the current situation. The United Nations estimates
more than 60 million people around the world have
been forced to flee their homelands because of
persecution, conflict and war. Individually and as a
community of faith, we can make a difference in the
lives of refugees through prayer, support and sponsoring families.
Welcoming the stranger, as Jesus teaches in
Matthew 25.35 is not an option but a Gospel
requirement. When we do this, “we open our doors to
God.” Pope Francis reminded us in his 2016 Message
for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
The immense and unprecedented refugee crisis is
heartbreaking and urges us to action. Every single day,
desperate people try to cross a vast ocean of
indifference as refugees. Though often treated as a
problem or a simple concern, to us they are our
brothers and sisters who need our help now.
Link to the full text on the CCCB Website
http:/www.cccb.ca/site/images/stories/pdf/
Pastoral_Letter_Refugees.pdf
Copies of the Pastoral letter can be ordered by phone at
1-800-769-1147
Commission for Justice and Peace
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
POPE FRANCES PRAYER
Dear God our Father, we prayer for all countries
taking in refugees and other displaced persons.
May they find support and grace for their efforts
towards those in need. We also ask your to bless the
collaboration between all priests and laity working
within parishes. All this we ask in Jesus name. Amen
Pray For Our Sick.
Father of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the
sick members of our community, especially,
Skip Eckensweiler, The Pierik Family,
Paul Weber, Harold Dentinger, Joan Miller,
Clara Ruetz, Lloyd Gutscher, Ron Chesney,
Tony Wagner, Fr. David Weise, Marilyn
Cassidy, Ray Giesler, Bill Seigner Sr.,
Robert Gay, Carolyn Weise, Alf Kieffer,
Rob Lambertus, Rosemary O’Hara,
John Garvey, Paul Dales Jr., Rob Schurter,
Marlene Self, Gerald Grubb & Florence
Bross and for all who are in need.
Amid mental and physical suffering may they find
consolation in your healing presence. Show your mercy
as you close wounds, cure illness, make broken bodies
whole and free downcast spirits. May these people find
lasting health and deliverance, and so join us in
thanking you for all your gifts. We ask this through the
Lord Jesus who healed those who believed. Amen.
Sacred Heart Parish Mitten Tree
Thank you to everyone who donated
items to our Mitten Tree.
Your generosity was overwhelming!
This year we collected:
98 Hats
75 sets of mittens
29 scarves
6 pairs of slippers
12 sets of hat & mitts
2 sets of hat & scarves
3 sets of mitts & scarves
2 ear muffs
1 hat & headband set 2 headbands
79 pairs of socks
4 blankets
1 Doll
3 dishcloths & towel 1 pairs of girls leggings
1 girl top
1 baby sweater & hat set
2 kids sweaters
3 baby sleepers
These items have been distributed to The Walkerton
Food Bank, Mother Teresa School, Walkerton District
Community School and Cape Crocker.
Thank you once again for a extr emely
successful season.
Euthanasia & Assisted Dying –
Dr. Moira McQueen Presentation
Dr. Moira McQueen of the Canadian Catholic
Bioethics Institute will offer a presentation and Q&A
on the need for conscience rights protection for
physicians, healthcare workers and Catholic
institutions in light of the legalization of assisted dying
and euthanasia. Join us at the Cathedral Basilica of
Christ the King on Sunday, January 29th at 12 Noon
(following the 11:00 a.m. Mass) for this presentation
in McNally Hall – a light lunch will be provided.
One small positive thought in the
morning can change your whole day.
Thank you for your generosity!
January 8, 2017
Regular Sunday……………………...………….$4,918.00
Building Fund…………………….…….…….…..$466.90
Christmas …………..………………………..….…$25.00
Initial………………………………………..….....$145.00
New Year’s Day…………………………….…....$120.00
Mark your Calendars:
K of C next breakfast will be
Sun., Feb. 12th from 10 am –1 pm.
Full buffet breakfast and everyone is welcome!
Coming Events:
Sacred Heart Walkerton, Senior Committee
Progressive Euchre & Progressive Solo Card Games
every Thursday at 1:30 pm in the Church Hall.
Everyone is Welcome!
Cursillo Meetings Satur day mor nings
at 8:30 am at Sacred Heart Parish, Walkerton Rectory
Meeting Room. Everyone is welcome!
~Hanover K of C Community Brunch
Sun., Jan. 15th ser ving fr om 10 am - 1 pm at the
Hanover Columbus Centre. Full Breakfast plus
extras. Adults $8., Children 5-10 $4. Age 4 & under
eat free. All are welcome.
~Senior Card Party at the Walker ton libr ar y,
Mon. Jan. 16th @ 7:30 pm. Lunch & Pr izes.
Everyone Welcome!
Prayer for Christian Unity—January 18-25
The week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated
around the world on January 18-25,
which are also the dates recommended by the
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops.
This universal week of prayer
encourages Christians of all denominations to meet,
to participate in various liturgical and other
community activities, and to pray together that all
may be one, as Christ desires.
The Municipality of Brockton and the Walkerton fire
department are trying to remind home owners to test their
smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly. Ensuring
that the battery is fresh and that the alarm is in operating
condition is a quick easy way to ensure that you and your
family will have the time needed to exit the building in
the case of a an emergency. If you or someone you know
may have difficulties conducting the alarm tests or have
questions regarding how many alarms are needed or
where they should be located the Fire Prevention Officer
would be happy to conduct a smoke alarm check free of
charge upon request or answer any questions you may
have. Thank You and stay safe,
Sincerely,
Chris Wells
Fire Prevention Officer
Office: 519-881-0642 Cell: 519-377-2761
Email: [email protected]
Milk Bag Mat Makers:
Please join the Mat Makers for their work session on
Mon. Feb. 6th at 125 Hinks St . from 1 - 3 pm.
Learn how to cut or crochet. Join the fun!
New members are welcome!
~Robert Burns Dinner & Ceilidh Full Bur ns Far e.
Sat. Jan. 28th at 6 pm. at the Know Presbyterian
Church, Walker ton. Tickets $20.00 and call
Don Leatham –519-881-1195 or Knox Church
–519-881-1431
~“Have a Heart for Bart!” Valentine Musical
Variety Program and Valentine Tea. Sat. Feb. 4th at
2 pm. at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Tickets $15
For tickets call Trinity Church at 519-881-0010
Sacred Heart Parish, Walkerton,
Monthly Youth Mass
Next Date: Sunday, Febr uar y 12, 2017
Time: 11:00—11:45 am
Refreshments & Snacks: 12:00 noon
Venue: Sacr ed Hear t Par ish, Walker ton
Music: Youth Choir
Presider: Fr . Andr ew Quar shie
Don’t miss it! All are welcome.
Knox Walkerton will be joining with RSVP
Ministries Canada to offer a prayer event on
Sat. January 21st from 10-12. The event is aimed at
women and will include;
*praise and worship
*interactive prayer stations
*prayer for our community
*prayer for global concerns
There is no fee for the event and women of all ages are
invited to join us. Following the event, anyone
interested in discussing outreach ideas for our
community are invited to bring a bag lunch and join in a
discussion. This is an add on to the prayer event.
Sacred Heart Parish
Catholic
Christian
Community
Telephone: (519) 881-0692
Fax:
(519) 881-2060
Email: [email protected]
www.sacredheartchurchwalkerton.com
SUNDAY LITURGIES
Saturday:
5:00 p.m.
Sunday:
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday ~ 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon
& 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Rev. David Weise
221 Victoria Street, P.O. Box 38, Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0
Pastor
Rev. Andrew Quarshie
Parish Administrator
Rev. Mr. Janos Janossy
Sunday, January 15, 2017
Second Sunday In Ordinary Time
Parish Deacon
Valerie Austin-Kelly
Secretary
Connie Weber
Parish Council Chairperson
CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mother Teresa School………...……(519) 881-1852
PARISH RECORDS: Please help us keep our parish records up-to-date. Advise the
office if you are new to the parish or if you will be moving to a new address.
Registration Forms are available at the office.
BAPTISM: Usually celebrated during the 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. Please call the
parish office for details. Adults wishing to join the Catholic Church through Baptism or
Profession of Faith should also contact the parish office for details.
FIRST COMMUNION: Usually celebrated with children aged 7 or 8 during the Easter
Season. Contact the parish office for details.
FIRST CONFESSION (Reconciliation): Usually celebrated with children aged 7 or 8
during the Advent Season. Contact the parish office for details.
CONFIRMATION: Usually celebrated with young people aged 12 or 13.
Contact the parish office for details.
MARRIAGE: Any Catholic who is presently a member of the parish, and who is free
to marry, can be married at Sacred Heart Parish. Couples intending to be married are
asked to please contact the parish office before making any final arrangements. A
minimum of 12 months notice is required so that proper preparation can take place.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Celebrated communally in the Spring and Fall, and
individually as required by contacting the parish office for details.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Celebrated communally during the seasons of
Advent and Lent, and individually on Saturday afternoons at 4 p.m. or by appointment.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD:
Celebrated during Sunday morning 9 a.m. mass for children 8 years of age and under.
Children under 4 must be accompanied by a parent.
(Recessed for July and August)
DIOCESAN VOCATION DIRECTOR
Any parishioner considering the priesthood, religious life, or the permanent diaconate, may
contact Fr. Wojciech Kuzma 905-528-1088 or email: [email protected]
CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL
Sacred Heart High School………... (519) 881-1900
SHHS Student Representative…….Tony Elliott
PARISH CONTACT PERSONS:
Altar Servers……………………………………..Valerie Kelly
Anointing of the Sick…………………………….Parish Office
Brucelea Haven Masses……………………......Parish Office
Building & Maintenance Committee…………..Bill Poechman
Calvary Cemetery……………………………….Parish Office
or www.thecatholiccemeteries.ca
Catholic Women’s League……………………..Parish Office
Children’s Liturgy of the Word…………………Renta Vyhnal
Church Beautification…………………………..Gerard Grubb
Commentators…………………………………..Denise Desroches
Communion to the Sick & Shut-in……………..Parish Office
Cursillo…………………………………………...Joe Rys
Eucharistic Ministers……………………………Denise Desroches
Finance Committee……………………………..Denise Desroches
Funeral Luncheons………………..…..Rita LaPointe/Alice Slosser
Good Food Box Program……...…Marita Hagedorn 519-881-4688
Knights of Columbus……………………………Charlie Bagnato
Ladies Auxiliary………………………………….Charlene Schaefer
Lectors……………………………………………Denise Desroches
Liturgy Committee…………..………………..…Carol Duncan
Parish Council Chair………………...………….Mike Weber
Publicity…………………………………………..Connie Weber
RCIA………………………………………………Amy Kieffer
Right to Life………………………………………Verna Schlosser
Rosary Group……………………………………Bev Beselaere
Senior Committee……………………………….Paul Weber
Social Committee………………..……Bill Carroll / Rosanne Currie
Social Justice…………………………………….Mike Weber
Ushers…………………………………………….Wilf Lane