If you are new to our parish or just visiting - WELCOME!!

If you would like to officially claim Sacred Heart as your Parish Home - we would love to have you! Contact the

Parish Office (319-283-3743) for information and a registration form. Forms can be mailed or e-mailed or

you can stop in and pick them up. WELCOME HOME to Sacred Heart!

Sacred Heart Parish Oelwein, Iowa

January 5, 2020 The Epiphany of the Lord

The Feast of Epiphany is a reflection of the Light. Through the Birth of Jesus, we see the

arrival of the Light in the world. The three wise men followed the brilliant star in the sky.

To them, the light of the star was a symbol of hope, of joy and of peace. To them, the star

was but a small reflection of the fullness of the Light of the world that awaited them at the

end of their journey. Through the Magi, we see the light of hope, of joy and of peace to

come.

As we celebrate this feast let us reflect upon Christ the light of the world. As he did to the

Magi, God shows the stars to us and we might ask ourselves, what are the stars in our

lives? The same star of faith and hope will also lead us to Jesus our King and Lord.

Baptisms - If you or someone you know wants your/their child baptized in the Catholic Faith, please contact Deacon Jim (319-509-1210) or the parish office at 319-283-3743. The next Baptism Class will be on February 15th, 2020 at 8:30am at the Parish Center and is a requirement of everyone who has a child baptized at Sacred Heart.

9 Days for Life 2020 - Tues. January 21 - Wed. January 29 9 Days for Life is a multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of human life. Each day, a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions, and related information. Sign up to receive the novena by email, text message, or an app at www.9daysforlife.com.

Last Call for Nuts - We have some bags of cashews, walnuts, pecans, mixed nuts, chocolate cranberries, butter toffee peanuts and Sweet Cajun Heat left at the Parish Center on a first come basis. Many nut items can be frozen for later use. Help us finish this year’s sale by stopping in and picking some up now. Thank You!

We will be taking down the Christmas Decorations next Sunday, January 12th

after 10:30 Mass. Many hands make less work. Please consider offering your help. All

Liturgy Committee members should plan to come and help with this.

Mark Your Calendar for these Events:

January 25 - Taste of Pizza 5:30pm - Social Hall

February 23 - Mardi Gras - Gymnasium

Minutes of Sacred Heart School Board

October 21, 2019 @ 6:00pm

The meeting was called to order at 6:02pm by John Amick. The following members were present; Fr. Atwood, John Amick, Monica Michels, Carolyn Olson, Julie Woods, Kaylee Scheckel, Ashley Renslow, and Sandy Magsamen.

*Opening prayer was led by Julie Woods.

*A motion to approve the meeting agenda was by John and seconded by Monica. All in favor, motion carried.

In-Service: Leader Gram

Old Business: *Strategic Plan – was tabled until further notice.

*Mardi Gras- Sunday February 23rd

, 2019.

*Finances- $1000.00 was donated from the Catholic Daughters. $400.00 was used to purchased pea gravel for the playground. Railroad ties need to be replaced at the playground, and those have donated by Paul Michels.

New Business: *Catholic Identity- Leader Gram

*Technology help purchased from the public school. Parent Club might help with this.

*September 30 and October 16 work sessions- discussions of the School future.

Executive work session 6:36pm-7:47pm.

Closing prayer: Julie Woods

Adjournment: 8:30pm

Next meeting: Monday, November 18, 2019 @ 6:00pm.

Jan. Sat. Jan. 11

4:30pm Sun. Jan. 12

10:30am

Mass Servers

Lola Ciesielski Carter Reising

Ben Koob Lucas Kalb

Music Mary Schubich Adult Choir

Lectors Nancy Kastli Steve Bradley

Ministers of Hospitality

Diane Sperfslage

Dan Sperfslage Chuck Geilenfeld Barb Geilenfeld

Todd Kastli Sam Sill

Duane Ohrt Tim Gilson

Ministers of Hosts

Ruth Lau John McMillan

Anne Allen

Dawn Kendall Todd Bradley

Heather Bradley

Ministers of the Cup

Sandy Steil Nancy McMillan

Diane Hall

Matt/Diana Stewart

Teresa Loban Carol Paul

Washers of Vessels

Ruth Lau Sandy Steil

Dawn Kendall Matt/Diana Stewart

SCRIP Sellers

Carolyn Olson Barb Geilenfeld

Raychal Koob Carol Paul

Rosary Leader

Diane Stejskal Steve Bradley

Video Taper - Jake

Blitsch Player - Russ

Ubben

Father Ray Atwood, Pastor Deacon Jim Patera

Parish Center (Mail) - 600 1st Avenue SW Oelwein IA 50662

Parish Offices- 319-283-3743 (closed on Fridays)

Parish Email: parish@sacredheartoelwein.com

Fr. Atwood Email: DBQ151@dbqarch.org

Rectory Phone: 319-283-9577

Deacon Jim’s Phone: 319-509-1210

Website: www.sacredheartoelwein.com

Rosary - Someone (man or woman) is needed to lead the Rosary on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 10am starting in January (January 19). Please call Carol Hamilton at 283-0803 or the Parish Office at 283-3743 to volunteer. There are subs and people to trade with if you can not keep one of your appointed Sundays.

Anointing- If you, or someone you know, is having surgery, or dealing with a serious illness, and would like to be anointed, talk to Fr. Atwood at church or call the rectory at 283-9577.

Hospitalized Parishioners: Hospitals are forbidden by federal law to release the names of patients so we have no way to know if one of our parishioners is sick and in the hospital unless you tell us. Please call the parish office(283-3743) and we can arrange for Father to come and anoint you or for someone to visit you and bring communion.

Wednesday Night Meals - Meals at the Columbus Club will begin again on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30pm. Menu will be a Hot Beef Sandwich.

Youth Choir - Youth Choir will be on hiatus for the months of January and February. Look for more updates in March. Thank You!

Catholic Daughters - Thank You to all of you that have paid your 2020 dues. For those of you that have not paid them yet, please do so. They are $25 and were due on January 1st. They can be mailed to Barbara Rundle at 107 12th Avenue SE in Oelwein. You can also drop them in the collection basket at Mass. Mark the outside of the envelope “Catholic Daughters”. There will be No Meetings for the Catholic Daughters in January or February. See you in March.

Oelwein Community Kitchen Cupboard - Sacred Heart is collecting 8 oz. and 15 oz. cans of tomato sauce for the month of January. Your donations can be placed in the blue containers that are located in the entryways of church. We continue to accept plastic bags and egg cartons also.

Sunday Breakfast - Sunday, January 12, 8am to 12 noon, Aurora Legion and Auxiliary, all you can eat pancakes, biscuits & gravy, sausage, ham & eggs.

fearless! faithful! On fire! - Archdiocese of Dubuque “Beauty in Christ” Women’s Conference. Saturday, January 25th, Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Cedar Rapids. Go to archwomensconference.org or call Nancy Kastli at 283-3019.

Brass Quintet entitled AXIOM - Friday, January 17, 7pm, Williams Center. Tickets can be purchased online at williamscenterforthearts.com or by calling 283-1105 or 283-2312.

Our SCRIP Program had a very good Christmas Season. A lot of you used the gifts cards for Christmas presents, and we are very grateful for your support. This does not mean that your shopping has to stop - whether you need a birthday gift, an anniversary gift, a graduation present or a wedding present - we have something that should fit your need. There are many specific cards available but we also have VISA Debit Cards that can be

used wherever Visa cards are accepted. There are also Amazon cards if you are one of those that likes to place orders through Amazon. If you would like a complete list of the companies available, stop at the SCRIP table at church or the Parish Office and leave your name and address. We will see that you get one.

Catholic School’s Week will take place this year from January 25 to January 31. A list of events will be published in the bulletin soon so that you can participate/attend if you wish. Children will be attending 4:30 Mass on Saturday, January 25th.

Our sympathy to the families of:

Steven Strawn and Chuck DeTimmerman

and to all who have lost loved ones

Father Atwood’s Office Hours - Mondays 9-11am and 1-3pm;

Wednesdays 1-2pm; Thursdays 9-11am and 1-3pm.

To speak to Father Atwood call 283-9577.

My New Year’s Wish For You May God grant you 12 months of Happiness, 52 weeks of Fun,

365 days of Success, 8760 hours of Good Health, 52,600 minutes of Good Luck, and 3,153,600 seconds of Joy.

SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS Sat. Jan. 4 4:30pm SH Irene Smith & Robert Michels

Sun. Jan. 5 8:30am IC Mary Martins 10:30am SH For the People Mon. Jan. 6 8:00am SH Weigel family Wed. Jan. 8 8:00am IC Gordon Bentley Thur. Jan. 9 8:00am SH Edwin (Mack) Russell Fri. Jan. 10 8:45am SH Gene Heitz Sat. Jan. 11 4:30pm SH Dan Smith Sun. Jan. 12 8:30am IC For the People Sun. Jan. 12 10:30am SH Katherine & Florian Koch Mon. Jan. 13 8:00am SH Bernard Vela

Confessions - Saturday from 3:30-4:15pm Rosary is recited on Sat. at 4pm & Sun. at 10am.

HOMILY NOTES - What did I hear at

Church today that I want to remember?

Mass Intentions - For those of you that are not aware, Father Atwood is required every weekend and every Holy Day to say a Mass for the People of his parishes. This requirement is shared with Fairbank. What that means is that Sacred Heart has approximately 12 Sunday Masses and 45 Saturday Masses each year to say for specific people (families). With the number of people making requests at Sacred Heart, it does not take long for them to fill up. For those of you that do not have any Masses already scheduled for 2020 there are many Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays available throughout 2020. Every attempt will be made to honor people’s requests but your understanding is also required.