PARISH OFFICE 330-336-3049 church@shofjesus.com Fr. Joseph L. Labak Pastor Fr. Patrick Spicer Parochial Vicar Deacon Roger Klaas Deacon Deacon Richard Michney Deacon Mrs. Annette Bernard

Religious Education Director

Mr. Taylor Gosiaco

Youth Minister

Mr. Eric Pandrea

Music Director

Mr. Jeff Flaherty

Business Manager

Mrs. Mary Gegick

Development Director

Mrs. Lisa Hanna

Parish Secretary/

Bulletin Editor

Mrs. Dianna Davies

Parish Secretary/

Bulletin Editor

SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL 330-334-6272 Mr. Bill Adams, Principal

Mrs. Beth Sobnosky, Secretary

Registration:

Everyone in the parish should

be properly registered. New

parishioners, as well as those

moving out of the parish,

should contact the Parish Office

as soon as possible.

Funerals:

Arrangements are made

with the Parish Office through

the funeral director before

publication in the newspaper.

SACRED HEART WADSWORTH, OHIO

Today is the Feast of Divine Mercy as proclaimed by Pope John Paul II when he canonized St. Faustina nineteen years ago. How fitting that the Church has given us so great a feast to celebrate a week after Easter Sunday. This, of course, was not just the idea of

the Pope or any human being, but it is what Jesus asked St. Faustina to pray for and to urge others to pray for; a Feast of Divine Mercy to be celebrated by the whole world. It is very important that we celebrate this feast because the mercy of God is at the heart of the Gospel. This is why God became man, suffered, died on the cross, and rose from the dead, so that we might know the great love and mercy of God. How sad that so many in the world do not know of the mercy of God. They really believe that God will not forgive them. They put limitations on God’s mercy and that is impossible because there is no limit to the mercy of God. If we believe in what we celebrated last Sunday, then we must believe in God’s love and mercy. If we believe in His Divine Mercy, then we must seek that mercy and proclaim it to all we meet. Mercy is not always easy for us to believe in nor is it always easy to give to one who has hurt us. Mercy may indeed come easily to God because He loves us so much. So, if we love more, we too, can forgive more easily the hurts that we endure in our lives. None of us deserves God’s mercy. He bestows it on us because He loves us so much; so much that He willingly died a horrible death so that we might have life; eternal life. We might do well to reflect on these words from the diary of St. Faustina as she records the words Jesus spoke to her, “[Let] the greatest sinners place their trust in My mercy. They have the right before others to trust in the abyss of My mercy. My daughter, write about My mercy towards tormented souls. Souls that make an appeal to My mercy delight Me. To such souls I grant even more graces than they ask. I cannot punish even the greatest sinner if he makes an appeal to My compassion, but on the contrary, I justify him in My unfathomable and inscrutable mercy. Write: before I come as a just Judge, I first open wide the door of My mercy. He who refuses to pass through the door of My mercy must pass through the door of My justice.” In the meantime we are all still at home and wondering when we will get back to our lives. It is difficult for many people especially the elderly and those who live alone. Please pray for these and try to reach out to neighbors and family members who are alone. Please pray for one another and be kind to your family members at home even when it is not easy, even when things get a little tense. Our prayers are the most powerful weapon we have against loneliness or discouragement because prayer helps us to remember that God is always there for us and loves us more than we can ever imagine. Please consider following our parish on Face Book. It is a quick and easy way to be able to see the Mass every day, Deacon Rich’s daily presentations, and just other good things about the parish and our Catholic Faith. Check out a new program you can watch through Face Book called the Chosen. It is a series of eight episodes from the Gospel. They are each about 40 minutes or so. They are not word for word from the Gospel. The creators try to add some back stories on different events that are portrayed, but they do so to enhance the lesson that is already there. One of the episodes is about Jesus and the children. It is very beautiful and insightful. I am very grateful to all who made our Easter Mass so very prayerful and beautiful; Fr. Pat, Deacon Rich, our music ministry: Eric Pandrea, Sue Fajt, Holly Linger, Peggy Andrews, Carol Mancini, and Andrew Bebesi and of course, Chris Bott behind the camera. It was a very beautiful Mass considering the times and circumstances. God’s wonderful gifts make so much possible for so many. God bless all for your devotion to the prayer life of our parish family.

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY APRIL 19, 2020

Baptism: By prior arrangement with the Parish Office. Parents are expected to attend the Pre-Baptismal Instruction which is held the first Sunday of March, June, September and December after the noon Mass.

Marriage:

Anointing of the Sick: In case of serious illness or before surgery, please call the Parish Office. Communion Calls: Homebound parishioners unable to come to Mass should notify the Parish Office so that Holy Communion may be brought to their homes. Sacrament of Penance: Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to Noon, and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. To Be A Godparent/Sponsor: You must be registered at a parish and a practicing Catholic at least 16 years old and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist as well as being in a valid marriage, if married. Those Catholics who have joined another religion may not act as Godparent or Christian Witness or who no longer attend Mass weekly. Crisis Pregnancies: Don’t panic. Help of ALL KIND is available. If unsure of what to do, call Embrace Clinic and Care Center (330-825-1900). You will find lots of support for you and your unborn child. Every human life is sacred and a gift from God. Bequests: A bequest to your parish is a way to honor your church and faith of your lifetime. A bequest, included in your will, is exempt from state and inheritance taxes and reduces the amount of estate to be taxed. For more information, please call the Parish Office.

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, April 18 Nancy Voss [Dick & Linda Peebles] Sunday, April 19 Thomas Palecek [Family] Irene Arnold [Kiel/Roberts Family] Michael Labak [Family] Monday, April 20 Jim Witschey, Jr [Tim & Connie Perry] Tuesday, April 21 Liz Carretta [Michael & Irene Lionetti] Wednesday, April 22 Joe Gruber [Family]] Norbert Klepac [Ed & Barb Merrill] Thursday, April 23 Carol Heim [Dan & Jean Hricko] Intentions of SHS Faculty & Staff [Schlueter Family] Friday, April 24 Marie Wrobal [Leonard Wrobel] Saturday, April 25 Reynold Desman [Family] Jamie Chamier [Bott Family Sunday, April 26 For Our Parish Carol Pantalone [The Lunch Bunch] James Steed [The Ball Family]

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 19, 2020

Monday Acts 4:23-31; Jn 3:1-8 Tuesday Acts 4:32-37; Jn 3:7b-15 Wednesday Acts 5:17-26; Jn 3:16-21 Thursday Acts 5:27-33; Jn 3:31-36 Friday Acts 5:34-42; Jn 6:1-15 Saturday 1 Ptr 5:5b-14; Mk 16:15-20

Divine Mercy Sunday On the evening of that first day of the week, the doors were closed in the room where the dis-ciples were, for fear of the Jews. Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. He said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” After saying this he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain, are retained.” Thomas, called the twin, who was one of the Twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples said to him, “We have seen the Lord,” but he answered, “Unless I can see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nail marks and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” And after eight days later the disciples were in the house again and Thomas was with them. The doors were closed and locked but Jesus came in and stood in their midst and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he spoke to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.” Thomas answered and said, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him. “You believe because

you can see me. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.”

SCRIPTURE READING REFLECTIONS OF THE WEEK – APRIL 19, 2020

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

Question for Adults: What could you do this week to help strengthen the faith of someone who is faltering? Questions for Children: What could you do this week to encourage someone who is sad or discouraged?

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT - APRIL 12

Envelope Offertory (71 Envelopes) ................. $15,674

Online Giving Offertory (120 Givers)

Easter .............................................................. $44,543

Budget Offertory ............................................. $18,500

Weekly Difference ........................................... $41,717

Actual YTD Offertory ....................................... $800,966

Budget YTD Offertory ...................................... $795,500

YTD Difference ................................................ $5,466

SPECIALS

Capital Improvement ...................................... $736

St. Vincent de Paul .......................................... $843

Support Our School ......................................... $202

Thank you for your generosity!

A & R Raffle Winner FOR THE WEEK OF April 12, 2020 is

Becca Chesko

Possible

Save

The

Date!

“Tea in the Country”

Mother & Daughter Tea

May 31, 2020

2-4pm—McMahon Hall

All Ladies welcome!

During the “Stay at Home” order, for those who would like to continue their offertory to the church, it may be in everyone’s best interest to consider online giving. To sign up, go to our website at shofjesus.com, under the “About Us” tab, select Online Giving. At the bottom of the page select “Get

Started with Online Giving to Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish”. Follow the instructions. For those who will consider the online giving option, please leave a message on the voicemail at the Parish Office so your records can be updated. Thank you! There is also an option to give without creating an account on the same page where it says, “Give one time without creating an account”, click on Quick Give. This allows a person to give each week, temporarily, until we resume our normal Mass schedule.

Catholic Cemeteries Association—Digital Grief Support We are currently working to provide grief support resources on our website and social media. Digital bereavement resources, which include our blog and podcasts, can be found by visiting the “Media” tab on our website www.clecem.org. If you would like to request additional materials contact us at email@clecem.org .

REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY TAKING PLACE AT SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL Seeking a Catholic education for your child? Registration for new students and re-registration for current students for the 2020-2021 school year is currently taking place. If you are looking for a Christ-centered, safe and nurturing environment, please consider our

parish school. Sacred Heart School has much to offer its students including excellence in academics, a spiritually contagious atmosphere, service projects to enhance learning outside the classroom, and small class sizes to help keep our focus on the individual needs of every student. In an attempt to meet each child’s needs, we offer full-day and half-day kindergarten programs, as well as many enrichment and intervention opportunities. We are a Jon Peterson and Ed Choice Expansion Scholarship school. Please call 330-334- 6272 for more information or visit our websites at www.sacredheartexcellence or www.shswadsworth.org to learn more about our school.

MASS INTENTIONS DURING ‘STAY AT HOME’ ORDER Please know that during this time of uncertainty, the Mass Intentions are still being prayed during the 9:30am Live Streamed Mass on Sunday; and at the 8:00am weekday Masses. Fr. Joe is including all other Mass intentions during his daily private Masses. All intentions noted in the bulletin are being prayed for by Fr. Joe and Fr. Pat.

Daily Masses will live stream until further notice: Sunday Mass: 9:30 am

Monday -Wednesday: 8:00 am Thursday: 9:30 am

Friday-Saturday: 8:00 am

Food, Fellowship and Faith for Adults Join us on Monday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m., as we live stream our Guest speaker Fr. Matthew Pfeiffer, Pastor, St. Paul Parish, Akron who will present a talk entitled “Beyond the Veil: An Approach to Praying the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite”. Log on to view at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0FM4PBnZG--2iVayQrFQ9w. For more information contact Keith Johnson at johnsonk@stsebastian.org. Sponsored by St. Sebastian Parish

A Great Side Benefit!

The coronavirus lockdown affords us the affirmation of our home as a place of prayer -- the establishment of the home as the domestic church. The term “Domestic Church” refers to the family, the smallest body of gathered believers in Christ.

Welcoming Jesus into our home as King, Savior, and Friend, through the Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, is a conscious decision to place Jesus at the center of our lives and home! This devotion is centered on the love of Jesus Christ and establishes His Heart as the heart of our home.

You can officially and substantially enthrone your home! Obtain an image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Ceremony of Prayer, and the Certificate of Enthronement, by contacting the Legion of Mary to have it delivered to your door. Call Shari at 330-336-0612. (Select a particular one; pictures are framed, and free of course.)

The reign of the Sacred Heart over hearts and homes draws families closer to Jesus

ENTHRONEMENT OF THE SACRED HEART