SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 2621 BAGBY AVE. WACO, TEXAS 76711

Diocese of Austin

PHONE: 254 756-2656 RECTORY: 254 313-1344 FAX: 254 756-6302 EMAIL: sacredheartwaco@yahoo.com. Webpage: www.sacredheartwaco.com

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Parents & Godparents need to attend a pre-baptism instruc-tion class. Call the parish office to register. SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Before Masses or by Ap-

pointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Couples are asked to call the parish office to receive infor-mation. SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK If you are seriously ill, will have a major surgery, are old aged or in danger of death, call the priest.

CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST Sunday Masses: 5:30 p.m. (Vigil in English) 8:00 a.m. (Spanish) 10:00 a.m. (English) 12:00 p.m. (Spanish) 2:30 p.m. (Spanish)

Weekday Masses: Wednesday through Friday @ 12:00 p.m..

Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament on First Fridays @ 11:00 a.m.

CCE—Catechism On Sundays and Wednesdays RCIA A program to join the Catholic Faith.

Contact the parish office.

July 15, 2018 Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time CALLED BY GOD Today’s scriptures invite us to listen to two calls. The first is the call issued by the LORD to the prophet Amos, the “shepherd and a dresser of sycamores” (Amos 7:14). The second is the call the Lord Jesus issued to the Twelve, whom he sent out “two by two” (Mark 6:7). These faithful people responded to the call, prophesying and preaching to the people to whom they had been sent. Each of us received a call when we were baptized. The second reading invites us to ponder that call as we are reminded that we are chosen in Christ and that, in love, God “destined us for adoption” (Ephesians 1:5). As adopted daughters and sons of God we are called to bring the presence of Christ into our marriages, families, schools, and places of work. Let us be inspired today to say yes to the call we hear once again through God’s living word. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — Amos said, “The LORD took me from following the flock, and said to me, Go, prophesy to my people” (Amos 7:12-15). Psalm — Lord, let us see your kindness, and grant us your salvation (Psalm 85). Second Reading — The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3-14 [3-10]). Gospel — Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out two by two (Mark 6:7-13). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 1:10-17; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mt 10:34 — 11:1 Tuesday: Is 7:1-9; Ps 48:2-8; Mt 11:20-24 Wednesday: Is 10:5-7, 13b-16; Ps 94:5-10, 14-15; Mt 11:25-27 Thursday: Is 26:7-9, 12, 16-19; Ps 102:13-14ab, 15-21; Mt 11:28-30 Friday: Is 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8; Is 38:10-12abcd, 16; Mt 12:1-8 Saturday: Mi 2:1-5; Ps 10:1-4, 7-8, 14; Mt 12:14-21 Sunday: Jer 23:1-6; Ps 23:1-6; Eph 2:13-18; Mk 6:30-34

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Wednesday: St. Camillus de Lellis Friday: St. Apollinaris Saturday: St. Lawrence of Brindisi; Blessed Virgin Mary TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION At the time of the Reformation, although England broke away from papal authority under Henry VIII, a silent majority clung to the Catholic faith. Henry’s eldest daughter, Mary, restored the “old religion” in a fierce persecution of Protestants (she is called “Bloody Mary” for good reason.) His youngest daughter, Elizabeth, rejected papal ties. Under her reign, beginning with legislation in 1593, Catholics were persecuted again, and only the very wealthy could afford the fines for not attending Anglican services on Sunday. They were called “recusants,” from a Latin word meaning “refuse,” since they refused to attend the liturgy of the Church of England. Many families maintained Catholic tradition in secret, and today their descendants claim “Recusancy” as a mark of family pride. For generations they sent their young people abroad to be educated in convents and monasteries. It is not surprising that the first monastery in colonial America springs from Holland with the daughters of patrician English recusant families. Port Tobacco, Maryland, proved fruitful soil for the Carmelite tradition. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. GOD IN ALL In everything, be it a thing sensed, or a thing known, God is hidden within. —St. Bonaventure A MAGICAL EFFECT Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish. —John Quincy Adams

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 15, 2018 Truth shall spring out of the earth, and justice shall look down from heaven. — Psalm 85:12

15 de julio de 2018 Decimoquinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario LLAMADOS POR DIOS Las lecturas de hoy nos invitan a escuchar dos llamados. El primero es el llamado del Señor al profeta Amós, el “pastor y cultivador de higos” (Amós 7:14). El segundo es el llamado del Señor Jesús a los Doce, a quienes envió “de dos en dos” (Marcos 6:7). Estas personas fieles respondieron al llamado, profetizaron y predicaron a aquellos a quienes habían sido enviados. En el Bautismo, cada uno de nosotros recibió un llamado. La segunda lectura nos invita a reflexionar sobre ese llamado ya que se nos recuerda que hemos sido elegidos en Cristo y que, por amor, Dios “nos eligió... para que fuéramos sus hijos” (Efesios 1:5). Por ser hijos adoptivos de Dios se nos llama a llevar la presencia de Cristo a nuestro matrimonio, familiares, escuelas y sitios de trabajo. Sintámonos inspirados a decir “sí” hoy al llamado que escuchamos una vez más en la palabra viva de Dios. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Amós es enviado por Dios a profetizar al pueblo de Israel (Amós 7:12-15). Salmo — Muéstranos, Señor, tu misericordia y danos tu salvación (Salmo 85 [84]). Segunda lectura — El Dios y Padre de Cristo Jesús nuestro Señor nos ha elegido y nos ha bendecido con toda clase de bendiciones espirituales (Efesios 1:3-14 [3-10]). Evangelio — Jesús envía a los doce apóstoles de dos en dos a predicar, invitando a la conversión (Marcos 6:7-13). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical © 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados. LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Is 1:10-17; Sal 50 (49):8-9, 16bc-17, 21, 23; Mt 10:34 — 11:1 Martes: Is 7:1-9; Sal 48 (47):2-8; Mt 11:20-24 Miércoles: Is 10:5-7, 13b-16; Sal 94 (93):5-10, 14-15; Mt 11:25-27 Jueves: Is 26:7-9, 12, 16-19; Sal 102 (101):13-14ab, 15-21; Mt 11:28-30 Viernes: Is 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8; Is 38:10-12abcd, 16; Mt 12:1-8 Sábado: Mi 2:1-5; Sal 10 (9):1-4, 7-8, 14; Mt 12:14-21 Domingo: Jer 23:1-6; Sal 23 (22):1-6; Ef 2:13-18; Mc 6:30-34

LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Decimoquinto Domingo del Tiempo

Ordinario Lunes: Nuestra Señora del Carmen Miércoles: San Camilo de Lelis Viernes: San Apolinario ; Sábado: San Lorenzo de Brindis; Santa María Virgen TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE Mañana celebramos la fiesta de Nuestra Señora del Carmen, reconocida en Chile como Maipú. Chile es un país con mucha industria marinera y la Virgen del Carmen es la patrona de los marineros por el peligro al cual se exponen en el mar. Los frailes Carmelitas han difundido la devoción a la Virgen del monte Carmelo desde el siglo XIII. En aquella época María regaló el escapulario al general de los Carmelitas, Simón Stock, prometiendo que todos los que lo usasen serían recibidos por ella en el cielo, evitando así el infierno. Con el tiempo el escapulario Carmelitano se modificó para uso de todo cristiano. Por esto ella es patrona de todo oficio que tiene peligro de muerte como el de los soldados, camioneros, pilotos, troqueros, etc. Por entender el escapulario como algo mágico, Nuestra Señora del Carmen ha sido tomada como patrona de los pandilleros porque viven en peligro de ser matados en sus riñas callejeras. Piensan que llevar puesto el escapulario es lo necesario para evitar el infierno e ignoran que usar el escapulario es vivir como María, en paz y al servicio de los demás. —Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. DIOS EN TODO En todo lo que sentimos y en todo lo que sabemos, Dios está escondido. —San Buenaventura UN EFECTO MÁGICO La paciencia y la perseverancia tienen un efecto mágico ante el cual las dificultades desaparecen y los obstáculos se desvanecen. —John Quincy Adams

Decimoquinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 15 de julio de 2018 La fidelidad brotó en la tierra

y la justicia vino del cielo. — Salmo 85 (84):12

Saturday July 14th 5:30 pm  † Vincent Lopez Sr. by family † Tia Lupe by family Sunday July 15th 8:00 am † Souls in Purgatory ♥ In thanksgiving for the birthday of Alicia Garcia by Pedro and family 10:00 am † Abel Sanchez by family snd Hurtado family § Personal intention of Jake Turmire 12:00 pm † Roberto Guzman by Celia 2:30 pm § For our parish community (Pro Populo)

JOIN US THE PCCW FOR BREAKFAST AS WE CELEBRATE THE 1950’S

Let’s remember rock and roll, poodle skirts, I Love Lucy and other mementos from the 1950’s! We will be selling tamales and a delicious Mexican breakfast. Huevos ran-cheros, chorizo, papas and fresh tortillas are just a few items on the menu! See you there!!!

Registration is taking place after every mass for CCE & RCIA classes. Don’t miss out on the early bird discount which is being offered for you at this time.

Volunteers will be set up at a table in the entrance of the church to assist you. CCE starts at the age of 6 years old until Confirmation. Every year they have to come back to continue learning about our Catholic Faith. Space are limited in the class-room, so act now and secure a classroom chair for your children. RCIA is a program for adults who want to be a catholic or for Catholics trying to complete the sacraments of initia-tion.

Next Charro Day Meeting is set for Tuesday July 24, 2018 at 6 p.m. in the CCE Center

The Charro Day Raffle will consist of 40 drawings for gift cards totaling $3000.00. There will be one $700.00 gift card, seven $100.00 gift cards and thirty two $50.00 gift cards. Tickets will be sold at $5.00 per ticket. Each family is asked to take 20 tickets to buy or sell. Tickets will be distributed after each Mass. When you sell or buy your tickets and would like for the Charro Day Candidates to receive credit simply drop a note when you return the tickets.

Faith: the Next Generation – Pass It On! Boldly go where many have gone before and help pass on the Good News of Jesus Christ and our Catholic faith! This fall, over 650 children and young people, preschool through grade 12, will sign up to learn more about Jesus and the Catholic faith. At this time, over 300 of these children and young people have no catechist to teach them. You can help by becoming a catechist for Faith Formation. As you nurture the faith of our young, you will learn and grow as well! As one long-time catechist put it, “I learn so much from the children!” We provide you with training, materials, and support. Classes begin August 19th. If interested or for more information, con-tact Becky Salazar (254)349-1780 or the office.

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME XV DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO July 15, 2018

HOLY MASS INTENTIONS

WEEKLY FINANCIAL REPORT ——————————————————————————————————————————————————

Collection from Last Sunday $ 8,983.00 Guadalupanos breakfast $ 1,467.50

Marriage Annulments: Father is here to help you in your marriage annulment. It is highly confidential and feel confident to visit with father with your marriage situation. Do not delay. This year is the opportune time to handle your case. Call Father at your earliest convenience.

CHARRO DAY INFORMATION

CCE AND RCIA CLASSES

LUCY….BREAKFAST IS READY! CATECHISTS AND AIDS NEEDED

CHARRO DAY MEETING

Sacred Heart is a parish family called to be a visible sign of Christ, formed by the Word of God, strengthened by the Eucharist and empowered to serve the needs of God’s people.

Why not send your chil-dren to St. Louis and Reicher catholic schools? Our Catholic schools partnership is to support parents in sending their children to Catholic School. This initiative is not a charity but a supplemental tuition program to families who wouldn't otherwise be able to benefit from the caring environment of a Catholic School. This part-nership not only provides an increase in community in-volvement but witness of hope for the future through faith and love. Bring a letter of acceptance to Father for an op-portunity to send your children to these schools.

Educating Spirit,

Mind & Body since 1954

Bishop Robert Barron's David the King. June 14th through July 19th. 6 am breakfast; 6:15 am to 7:15 am - Program. All men are invited to attend this powerful study. The program is free of charge. Week 1 – The Law of the Gift Week 2 – Your Servant is Listening Week 3 – Warrior of God Week 4 – Gathered in Jerusalem Week 5 – House of David Week 6 – Absalom, My Son! Clases para los Hombres - El rey David por el obispo Robert Barron. Junio 14 hasta Julio 19. 6 am desayuno; 6:15 am - 7:15 programa. Vengan todos los hombres y experimenten un cambio fuerte! Es gratis el program.

We are always in need of more Mass Ministers, so if you are looking to get involved in your parish, consider becoming one, or more, of the following: Lector ~ Extraordinary Minister of Holy Com-munion - Gift Bearer ~ Altar Server ~ Usher You may contact the parish office for more information on these Ministries and more!

The parish is in need of volunteers to help clean the church, classrooms and kitchen.

Help with church bulletin. Anyone eager to learn how to work on a computer and the software used to create the bulletin is encouraged to sign up for FREE

classes. Call the church office to sign up. (254)756-2656.

MIXTURE BINGO today from 2 to 4 pm in the Parish Hall

Organized by our Charro 2018 Candidates King and Queen, Omar Sanchez and Stephanie Luna.

Be lucky! Have fun! Support our parish community as well. Bring more people with you.

July 21 from 9 a.m. to noon Renewal assistance for DACA and TPS recipients

Catholic Charities of Central Texas, along with the Texas Here to Stay coalition, is co-hosting a DACA and TPS Clinic on July 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Helen Parish in Georgetown in the St. Rita Activity Center. This workshop will provide free re-newal assistance in order to help current DACA and TPS recip-ients maintain their benefits. Walk-ins are welcome. Partici-pants should bring: Copy of their last DACA/TPS file (not required) Work permit or EAD card Most recent DACA/TPS approval notice Driver’s License (if applicable) Money Order for $495 (Department of Homeland Security) Catholic Charities of Central Texas, junto con la Coalición Texas Here to Stay, está ofreciendo una clínica de DACA y TPS el 21 de julio de 9 a.m.-12 p.m. en St. Helen Catholic Church en Georgetown en el Centro de Actividades St. Rita. Este taller ofrecerá asistencia gratuita de renovación para ayudar a bene-ficiarios actuales de DACA y TPS a que mantengan sus benefi-cios. Se reciben personas sin citas. Los participantes deben traer: Copia de su último archivo DACA/TPS (no es requerido Permiso de trabajo o tarjeta EAD Último aviso de aprobación de DACA/TPS Licencia para conducir (si aplica) Giro postal (money order) por $495 (Homeland Security)  July 27 - 29 for the Annual Charismatic Congress

here at Sacred Heart

August 16-19 St. Louis Women’s Spanish ACTS Retreat. Para todas las mujeres de fe por este medio las invitamos a una experiencia de reflexión que tendrá lugar del 16-19 de agosto de 2018 en el Centro Retiros Tres Montañas en Clifton, Contacte con

Maritza Perez (254)715-9443.

CONSIDER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS SAVE THE DATE

QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT Our quarterly financial report is available for you in the office. Stop by the office to check it out.

SUMMER MEN’S STUDY

DO YOU HEAR THE CALLING?