We, the parish of Sacred Heart, are committed to enriching the Spirituality of the parish family, the Christian community, and all brothers and sisters created in God's divine image and likeness.  We are called by the Holy Spirit, under the leadership of our Bishop and Pastor, to assist others through the development and promotion of various ministries.  We pray for Divine guidance that we may serve others with truth, courage, forethought, and compassion.

We offer our prayer for peace in solidarity with the Holy Father, Pope Francis for Peace in Ukraine.

We ask for the intercession of St. Michael the Archangel the Patron Saint of Ukraine, to bring peace and hope to this nation and its people.

Lord, look down with mercy and compassion on Your humble servants, and out of love for mankind hearken and have mercy on us and on the land of Ukraine.

Lift up those who fight in defense of Ukraine and her much suffering people, outnumbered though they be.

With deep compassion and mercy enlighten and make glad the hearts of the civil authorities and strengthen them by Your might.

 St. Michael the Archangel Pray for us.

Homily-Be Prepared
Luke 12:32-48
by:  Fr. Mark Watson
 

 The Gospel today calls us to be prepared.  We are called to not be afraid because God the Father has given us the Kingdom.  How are we preparing for eternal life?  In the Gospel Jesus states that if we sell our possessions and give alms we will make purses for ourselves in heaven, which are “an inexhaustible treasure (Luke 12:33)”.  No one can take this treasure away from us.  “For where your treasure is, there also your heart will  be (Luke 12:34)”. 

Humans have an eternal destiny.  We are called to have faith in attaining eternal life beyond our lives on earth.  What we do in this life has consequences for the future.  Humans should not only worry about food and clothing, but that they should strive for eternal life through living lives of generosity.  If God controls history and cares for humans more than flowers and birds, then humans can dispose of their life freely in the expectation that this does make an inexhaustible treasure in heaven (Luke 12:33)”.  In Luke’s   Gospel the response of faith is expressed in the sharing of possessions.  The sharing of possessions brings a reward from God. 

The Father has already established his rule among us.  We do not live in a world of chaotic change, but in a world governed by the gracious gift of God.  Only because we have been so fundamentally gifted can we share their possessions with others.

Jesus gives us various images which call us to be prepared.  He says that we are to gird our loins and light our lamps.  This image is from Exodus 12:11 and it describes how the Israelites pulled their robes over their belts so that they could move quickly during their escape from Egypt before the Passover.  If Christ finds us in this way he will sit us down at the table and begin to wait on us.

Jesus says as well, that Christ will come, at a time we do not expect.  Jesus even uses the surprising image of the Son of Man being like a thief in the night who comes at a time we do not expect.  Thus, we are always to be prepared for the coming of the Son of Man.

Finally, he tells his followers that they are to act like a household manager who are both subject to the master or Lord (Kyrios) and who cares for the other slaves.  If the household manager feels that the Lord is delayed in coming and begins to beat the other slaves, the Lord will come at a time he does not expect and punish him severely.  The message is that we are to be faithful to the Lord and to care for one another at all times.  God judges humans at every moment, and knows whether they have “given rations at the appointed times” or have fallen to beating the other slaves.

 
As we reflect on this Gospel we are to reflect on how we are preparing for the coming of the Lord.  To do this, let us look back.  Are we more loving, faithful, holy, forgiving, generous and patient than we were five years ago?  If so we can feel confident about our lives.  If not, what do we need to change in our lives, so that we are becoming the people that will receive eternal life? 
 

Sacred Heart Family,

Sacred Heart Grief Support Group is Helping families recover from the loss of a love one.  I also see a need for a Family Support Group to aid our families with a variety of needs, to be able to reach out in a safe and confidential way with other couples.  I would like to start a Sacred Heart Family Support Group.  The aim is to have family couples that are open minded and nonjudgmental that can listen to each other and share personal reflections.

The aim is to:
· Increase the strength and resilience of families
· Support better family relationships so to reach their full           potential
· Helps families make acquaintances with other families and     resources in the community
· Provides individualized, family-driven support that respects family culture, values, and preferences
 
Benefits
· Increases families' level of knowledge about family   relationships
· Connects parents with similar experiences
· Reduces the sense of stress and isolation
· Provides opportunities for families to support each other
 
Please let me know if you would be interested in starting this ministry at Sacred Heart.   Just email me individually at deaconnash@sacredheartshreveport.org
 
 
                                              Deacon Clary Nash
 

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How the Lucky Calendar Numbers work for you  and
work for the good of the Church

This is what the fundraiser provides to this church:
 

• The intent is to gift 80% of sales above the cost of the program each year to the church.
• to provide a fun filled stress free Fall Fair for you, your family, and friends. 
• to show appreciation to Mother’s and Father’s by giving gifts this year and future.
• to help offset the cost to send our youth to different camps/events/retreats.
• If all 1,000 numbers are sold THIS year for 2022 calendar year, That equals $25,000.
• If all 1,000 numbers are sold, the guaranteed payout would be around $9,000

1. The gaming commission has approved this to be a fundraiser.
2. Each Lucky Calendar Number is assigned a 3-digit number
3. The winning numbers ARE the Louisiana Lottery Pick 3 numbers which are drawn & announced every night at 10 pm except Easter and Christmas when there is no drawing. 
4. For you, the payout is like this: if your number is drawn Monday through Friday, you win $25.00.  If it’s drawn on a Saturday, you win $35.00 and if it is drawn on a Sunday you win $50.
5. But if your # is drawn on one of the 20 selected special days listed on the Lucky Number, you win $100, $200 or $300 instead of the above prize.
6. There is no limit to how many times you can win, it’s all based on the Pick 3 numbers.
7. The Pastoral Council keeps up with the numbers, you don’t have to unless you choose to.
8. Each Monday winning numbers are recorded and checks are mailed. 
9. Each Lucky Calendar Number cost $25.

• Each Church family take 5 Lucky Numbers to sell to family, friends, and co-workers, etc. and be sure to turn in the address portion &  money in to the church.
• Buy one for yourself
• Buy one for your significant other
• Give as gifts

Have fun and play along.  You’ll be glad you did!

The Pastoral Council

After Wed. Morning Mass and
30 minutes before Weekend Masses)

Location:
4736 Lyba Street
Shreveport, LA   71109-0467

Postal Mail:
4736 Lyba Street
Shreveport, LA   71109-0467

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