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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.
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WE WELCOME POPE LEO XIVPope at Audience: There is no cry God does not hear
Pope Leo XIV holds his weekly General Audience and reflects on the Gospel account of the healing of the blind man who cried out to Jesus and began to follow Him after his sight was restored.
By Christopher Wells
Pope Leo XIV used his catechesis at Wednesday’s General Audience to highlight “another essential aspect of the life of Jesus, namely, His healings.”
The Holy Father reflected on the Gospel account of the healing of a blind man, Bartimaeus, who cried out to Jesus as He passed through the city of Jericho on the way to Jerusalem.
Their meeting place, the Pope said, was significant, as Jesus was beginning His journey below sea level and ascending to the Holy City. Jesus’ journey prefigures His passage to the underworld, where He went after His death “to bring back that Adam who fell to the bottom and represents each of us.”
The name of the blind man, Bartimaeus, is likewise significant as representing one who has failed to live up to his calling. The Pope noted that the name can be interpreted as “son of honour or admiration,” whereas the blind man has been reduced to begging by the side of the street.
Pope Leo emphasized that Bartimaeus knows how to cry out for help, even when reproached by the crowd; and, although he is blind, “he sees better than others because he recognizes who Jesus is.”
Jesus responds to his cry because, as the Pope reminded us, “There is no cry that God fails to hear, even when we are not aware we are addressing Him.” However, the Pope noted, Jesus does not go to Bartimaeus but calls him to Himself. Bartimaeus, for his part, must “cast off his cloak,” giving up his security in order to allow himself to be healed.
“Many times, it is precisely our securities that stand in our way” Pope Leo said. Like the blind man, we must appear before Christ with all our vulnerabilities exposed; “this is a fundamental step in any journey of healing.”
Finally, the Holy Father draws attention to Jesus’ question, “What do you want Me to do for you”; and Bartimaeus’ response: “Let me recover my sight.” His answer, which can also mean “to look up,” shows that the blind man desires not only to see again, but to “regain his dignity.”
“At times,” Pope Leo said, “people are stuck because life has humiliated them, and they just want to find their worth again.”
He recalled that, like Bartimaeus, we are all saved by faith. “Jesus heals us so that we can become free. And though the Lord does not call Bartimaeus to follow Him, he freely choses to do so, “to follow Him Who is the Way!”
Pope Leo concluded his catechesis by inviting the faithful to confidently place before Jesus our own infirmities, those of our loved ones, and the pain “of those who feel lost and without a way out.”
“Let us cry out for them, too,” he said, in the certitude “that the Lord will hear us and stop. -
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL NEWS
Thank you for helping through the Poor Box.
Joe Glorioso has graciously accepted the position as President of St. Vincent de Paul of Sacred Heart! Please give him all the support he needs to carry-on Sacred Heart's out-reaches. We are the only SVDP that has a food pantry and clothing pantry. Please remember Joe in your prayers. He has very special members that are so loyal. Please remember to pray for that special person to take over the Clothing Side and work at your own pace. Bea will always be available to help in her "Retirement."
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INFORMATION ABOUT LUCKY NUMBERS
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:
- 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.
- to offset bible study materials for Adult Catholic education.
- If all 1,000 numbers are sold THIS year for 2024 calendar year, That equals $25,000.
- If all 1,000 numbers are sold, the guaranteed payout would be around $9,000
This is how it works:- Each Lucky Calendar Number is assigned a 3-digit number
- 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.
- For you, the payout is like this: if your number is drawn Monday through Friday, you win $30.00. If it’s drawn on a Saturday, you win $35.00 and if it is drawn on a Sunday you win $50.
- 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.
- There is no limit to how many times you can win, it’s all based on the Pick 3 numbers.
- The Pastoral Council keeps up with the numbers, you don’t have to unless you choose to.
- Each Wednesday winning numbers are recorded and checks are mailed.
- Each Lucky Calendar Number cost $25.
- You can email Cathy Flynn at [email protected] for more information or to obtain a lucky number.
And this is how you can help make all this happen:
- 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
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CONGRATULATIONS TO FR. JOHN PAUL
CONGRATULATIONS TO FR. JOHN PAUL CRISPIN FOR BECOMING A CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES. WE ARE VERY HAPPY FOR YOU AND FOR US. -
Prayer for Peace in Ukraine
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.
FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - DISCONTINUED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICESacred 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 [email protected]
Deacon Clary Nash
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Sacred heart info
Location:
4736 Lyba Street
Shreveport, LA 71109-0467
Postal Mail:
4736 Lyba Street
Shreveport, LA 71109-0467
Rectory: 318-635-2121
Church: 318-635-2121
Fax: 318-635-5226
Gabriel Hall:
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