Today’s Readings: 1st Reading - Isaiah 55:1-11|2nd Reading - 1 John 5:1-9|Gospel - Mark 1:7-11

The Baptism of the Lord

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Sacred Heart Parish

You will draw water joyfully from the springs of salvation.

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The Holy Trinity is one of those mysteries of our faith which is almost impossible for us to perceive and comprehend. Yet it is presented to us clearly in today’s Gospel all at once: The Son, Jesus, is baptized; the Holy Spirit descends upon Him; and God proclaims, “You are my beloved son; with you I am well pleased.” As stewards of the faith, we must strive to understand and appreciate the meaning and significance of that Trinity.

Stewardship, of course, involves a conversion of the heart. Each of us must strive for that conversion, and it is most easily accomplished through prayer and liturgy. Through prayer, we grow our own relationship with the Lord. When we make a simple Sign of the Cross, we reinforce our belief in the Trinity, and each time we make that sign we should think of the beauty of His three divine persons. “Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit… now and forever.”

See more at thecatholicsteward.com

Peace,

Kaitlyn Wiant

Stewardship Corner ~

The words “Thank you” seem so insufficient to express the gratitude I have towards all those who

have made this past Christmas such a terrific one. There are those that helped make the parish

celebrations so brilliant including the office staff, the liturgical ministers and musicians, the church

decorators, and the maintenance staff. Then there is the generosity of so many parishioners in

regards to gifts, cards, and meals - it has been truly amazing! These are to whom I owe personal

gratitude, but an even greater “Thank you” needs to go out to all of you, the parishioners of

Sacred Heart, who have continued to be generous in support of your parish. May the Lord return

to you much more in terms of Grace and Love, especially in the New Year.

Fr. Lange

Pastor’s Corner ~

SACRED HEART CHURCH KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL # 13241 BLOOD DRIVE

Friday, January 23rd from 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm

HELP SAVE A LIFE, GIVE BLOOD

Please visit: http://www.redcrossblood.org/make-donation and search by sponsor code shoxford to schedule an appointment.

Have you visited our Welcome Desk in the Narthex yet?

Have a question or suggestion?

Need an appointment or to register as a parishioner?

Want a Mass Card?

We can do all of these things right from the Narthex before and after any Saturday Vigil or Sunday Mass you attend.

We know we all have busy schedules, and we want the Parish Office to be accessible to you so your experience here is pleasant. Please stop by and see our receptionists, Maddie and Alex, if you need any more information about our services and what we have to offer from the desk!

SACRED HEART of JESUS

Council # 13241

Football Playoffs

HOAGIE SALE!

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Turkey and Italian Hoagies

Orders received by Sunday, January 11th…$6.00/hoagie Walk-up purchases on January 18th ... $7.00/hoagie

(while supplies last) Order forms will be available on desk in the Narthex after Mass. Please drop off your orders in the designated box in the church Narthex January 110th & 11th.

Pick-up hoagies after Mass on Sunday, January 18th.

Hearts on Fire Youth Ministry

January 20- Regular youth night

7:00-8:45 pm in church/hall

January 31- Ice skating (see below)

Ice Skating with Hearts on Fire

All parish youth grades 6-12 are invited to join

us at the University of Delaware Ice Arena on

January 31 from 1-3 pm. Admission is $7 and

skate rental is $3. Bring extra money if you

wish to purchase snacks. Please fill out a pa-

rental release. For more information, contact

Renee Sceski at sacredheartyouth@live.com.

Annual March for Life

The March for Life in Washington, D.C., began as a small demonstration on January 22, 1974, the first anniversary of

the now-infamous Supreme Court decisions in Roe v Wade and Doe v Bolton and rapidly grew to be the largest pro-

life event in the world. The peaceful demonstration that has followed on this somber anniversary every year since is

a witness to the truth concerning the greatest human rights violation of our time, legalized abortion on demand.

“Every Life is a Gift” will be the theme of the 2015 March for Life, and seeks to draw attention to the pre-born

populations that are at the greatest risk for abortion: those who receive a prenatal disability diagnosis. The march will

take place on January 22, 2015. The day’s events will begin with a rally on the National Mall, which will be

followed by a march to the U.S. Supreme Court to hear testimony from women who regret

their abortion.

March for Life Rally

12:00 PM ET – 1:00 PM ET (11:45 AM ET Musical Opening)

March for Life March to the Supreme Court

1:00 PM ET – 3:00 PM

Testimonies Outside U.S. Supreme Court by Silent No More

3:00 PM ET – 3:30 PM ET

Sacred Heart’s will be sponsoring a bus that will leave the church’s parking lot on January 22nd, 2015 at 6:30am.

The bus will arrive at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC at

approximately 9:00 am. Mass will be celebrated in the main church at 10:00 for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Following Mass, the bus will go to the National Mall where we will meet up with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

At the conclusion of March, the bus will rendezvous with the group and head home. Individuals are encouraged to

pack meals that can be eaten on the bus as this bus will not make any stops for meals. Seating is limited so please call

Sheila Hamilton at (610) 932-9992 or Dos Leach (610) 932-8878.

Sacred Heart Giving:

Dec. 21st Collection: $ 10,609.25 Poor Box Collection $ 234.21

Christmas Collection: $ 36,754.32

Dec. 28th Collection: $ 10,888.58 Poor Box Collection $ 113.89

Solemnity of Mary $ 3,196.00

Jan. 4th Collection $ 13,873.75 Building Maint. Fund $ 1,590.00 Poor Box Collection $ 143.53

Thank you!

Saturday, January 17, 2015

5:00 PM

Extraordinary Minister: G. Campbell, M. Campbell, J. Gallagher

Lector: K. Heisler

Altar Server: Alina S., Meghan S., Corrine S.

Music: Amy Murphy, Fran Murphy, Bob Boyle

Ushers: Beau Jones

Sunday, January 18, 2015

7:45 AM Both Species

Extraordinary Minister: R. Angelo, P. Kozakowski, J. D’Aquanno,

K. Mosley, R. Oram

Lector: L. Somma

Altar Server: Alex T., George T., Abby T.

Music: Quiet Mass

9:00 AM

Extraordinary Minister: M. Sipala, B. Hampshire, M. Johnson

Lector: W. Bratcher

Altar Server: Kieran S., Nathan S., Natalie K.

Music: Lauren Cupples, Cathy Grebner

Ushers: Mark Bradford, Frank Sipala,

Brandon & Lauren Kim, and Samuel Hamilton

10:30 AM

Extraordinary Minister: M. Beletti, B. Leach, J. Watkins Lector: B. Marzano Altar Server: Brendan D., Patrick D., Zachary C.

Music: Adult Choir, Cathy Grebner

Ushers: Catherine L., Jerome Lacek, John Peluchette

12:00 PM

Extraordinary Minister: Jeri Santine, D. Murphy, E. Biancaniello

Lector: M. Oronzio

Altar Server: Shannon R., Aidan R., Thomas C.

Music: Jamie Shover, Karen Evangelista

Ushers: Jack Morrison, Jon Anderson

M i n i s t r i e s a t M a s s

Saturday January 10, 2015

5:00 pm Maria Williams

Req. by the Snopkowski family

Sunday January 11, 2015

7:45 am Kristy Jo Kelleher

Req. by Joanne Kelleher

9:00 am Kathleen & William Hagen

Req. by Connie & Charles Merkel

10:30 am Carolyn Watkins

Req. by her children

12:00 pm The Bernard Maquire family

Req. by Joyce Quigley

Monday January 12, 2015

8:00 am Jane Maley

Tuesday January 13, 2015

7:00 pm Cathy Ann Nash

Req. by Barbara, Joseph and Lisa Constantine 2

Wednesday January 14, 2015

8:00 am Joseph Cappelli

Req. by Louise Cappelli

Thursday January 15, 2015

8:00 am Philip Di Liberto

Req. by the Di Liberto family

Friday January 16, 2015

8:30 am John Birl

Req. by Sue Vinciguerra

Saturday January 17, 2015

5:00 pm Charlie Manning

Req. by the Reilly family

Sunday January 18, 2015

7:45 am Michaela Benedek

Req. by the Benedek family

9:00 am Dottie Shirtz

Req. by Maria & Frank Sipala

10:30 am Helen Brennan

Req. by As the Spirit Leads

12:00 pm Joan Sheehan

Req. by Jean Sciarretta and family

M a s s I n t e n t i o n s

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Eucharistic Adoration at Sacred Heart Church

Start the New Year by spending some personal, quiet, one-on-one time with our precious Lord Jesus Christ. What better way to say good-bye to the past year with its many blessings and sorrows and to ask God for His guidance and protection as we start the New Year.

Abandon yourself to Jesus in this "Sacrament of Love" and He will refresh you! The more time you spend with Jesus, the more you will come away feeling renewed and healed. There you can speak with Him about everything. You can offer Him your petitions, concerns, troubles, joys, gratitude and all your

needs. He is always there waiting for you.

Eucharistic Adoration is open to all and is held on Tuesdays from 8 am to 7 pm.

We are presently in need of an adorer for 10:00 am.

If you are interested in becoming an adorer or, would like to have more information about Eucharistic Adoration at Sacred

Heart Church, you may contact Joann Di Liberto at 610.932.8962.

S a c r e d H e a r t S c h o o l

Sacred Heart School News

"Be A Man; Becoming the Man God Created You to Be" Series

"In this DVD series Fr. Larry Richards challenges men to be strong, without putting on a mask of false

strength or machismo. He calls men to admit their weaknesses and limitation, while urging them to find

strength in faith and genuine love to overcome their sins and faults. He inspires men to become the true

heroes they long to be – men of authentic courage, compassion and integrity."

The series will run for 10 weeks; about every two weeks on Saturday morning from 7:30 to 9:00. Please come

join us for breakfast and fellowship as we start this journey. You never know where God is leading you. This

is open to all men of the parish 18 and older. Fathers, you can bring your sons 16 or older also. Dates: 2/7;

2/21; 3/7; 3/14; 3/28; 4/11; 4/25; 5/9; and 5/16. Cost is $14.95 for the study guide or $25 for the study

guide and the book. Sign up at the desk in the Narthex. Please contact David Hamilton at 610-932-9992 for

additional information.

Please join us for Open Gym on Friday mornings from 10-11 A.M.

January 9th through March 27th

Upcoming Dates

Friday, January 16th

Monday, January 19th -No School

Friday, January 23rd– Pre K 3 and 4 Conferences

Sunday, January 25th– Catholic Schools Week Opening Mass at 10:30

Open House– 11:30 –1:30

Monday, January 26th– Grandparents Day

Tuesday, January, 27th– Spirit Night

Friday, January 30th– Mother-Son Dance

All children ages 6 and under are welcome, accompanied by an adult.

Play equipment will be provided

No fee

No registration required.

Enrollment will begin soon for the 2015-16 School Year. At Sacred Heart School we recognize that each child has been made in the image and likeness of God. We are a faith-centered Catholic

community dedicated to being a nurturing environment in which every child can reach his or her spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical potential. We invite you to visit the us anytime.

You can meet our students and see firsthand the exciting things happening in your Parish school. Financial Aid is available.

To learn more about Sacred Heart School or schedule a tour, please contact Jennifer Whelan, Development Director at developmentshs@gmail.com or 610-932-3633.

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK, especially:

Jordan Guerin, Theodore Jasinski, Jay Hendry and all parishioners with special needs.

Please contact the parish office if you would like to add someone to our prayer list. You

may resubmit a person’s name anytime through our website, www.sacredheart.us

or call 610-932-5040.

Any new additions to the sick or military list will be in the bulletin for one month,

then continued on the website for our prayers.

Please contact the parish office for removal from the website prayer list.

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PASTOR

Rev. William Lange

WEEKEND ASSISTANTS

Rev. Joseph Shenosky & Rev. John Franey

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm

Sunday 7:45 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am & 12:00 noon

DAILY Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 8:00 am Tuesday Evening 7:00 pm & Friday 8:30 am

Holy Days as announced in the bulletin

Reconciliation Friday at 6:30 pm & Saturday at 4:00 pm

Adoration Tuesday 8:00 am-7:00 pm

Rosary Monday, Wednesday & Thursday at 7:30 am

Friday - 8:00 am

Miraculous Medal Novena Monday following 8:00 am Mass

Chaplet of Divine Mercy Wednesday following 8:00 am Mass

Our Lady of Fatima Rosary First Saturday of month at 4:15 pm

Sacred Heart Parish Office 610-932-5040

203 Church Road, Oxford, PA 19363 Website:

www.sacredheart.us

Sacred Heart Parish School 610-932-3633

205 Church Road, Oxford, PA 19363 Website:

www.shsoxford.us

REGISTRATION FOR NEW PARISHIONERS

If you are new to the parish, we welcome you. You may come as a stranger to us, yet you are known to Our Lord, Jesus Christ—there are no strangers in grace—in His name we pray you will find peace, hospitality and friendship with us. You are invited to register at Sacred Heart after any Mass on the weekend, just stop by the Welcome Desk in the Lobby.

SACRAMENTS: Visit our website, www.sacredheart.us for the sacrament page and information about becoming Catholic, Baptisms, Marriage, and PREP. If you would prefer, you may call the parish office at 610-932-5040 for details.

THE SACRAMENT OF THE SICK - If a loved one is dealing with a serious illness, it is wise to notify the parish office as soon as possible. This sacrament is intended by the Church to be a comfort and strength to people during their illness, not to be held out as “Last Rites”.

Sacred Heart’s Centennial Celebration

Plans are underway to celebrate Sacred Heart’s Centennial Celebration. Consider lending your time and talents to the Centennial Committee as plans are in the making to kick off a year long celebration starting on Saturday evening, June 6th,

2015, and continuing thru out the year until the closing in June 2016. Sacred Heart’s official anniversary is June 15, 2015. Our next meeting will be Monday, February 2nd at 7 pm.

Consider being “part of the heart,” as our committee seeks volunteers that are willing to lend their time and talent and treasures. We need a wide spectrum of expertise to make this a celebration to remember.

Sacred Heart’s Collectable Christmas Ornament Sacred Heart’s Centennial Committee will be selling a collectable 2014 Christmas ornament that highlights the original Sacred Heart Church on Broad Street in Oxford. The ornament depicts the Sacred Heart of old. There is a limited number of the keepsake ornaments offered. The cost of the glass Christmas ball is $12 each and will be available after Mass by a Centennial Committee member. We will also be taking pre-orders on a tapestry that will depict the old Sacred Heart Church, the current Sacred Heart Church and the school.