| This Weeks Calendar of Events |
(CH=Carroll Hall - HC=Hogan Center - MH=Whitemarsh Hall)
Sunday (6/16/2013)
Youth Group from Steubenville Retreat no donuts! carroll hall not ready!
Monday
After 8 a.m. Mass - Coffee, Tea, etc - LCH (HC)
7:30 p.m. - Hibernians - WMH
Tuesday
After 8 a.m. Mass - Coffee, Tea, etc - LCH (HC)
10 a.m. - 12 noon - Rosary Making - LCH
7 p.m. - Complete Rosary - Seiths (3300 Mayo Pl)
Wednesday
After 8 a.m. Mass - Coffee, Tea, etc - LCH (HC)
Thursday
After 8 a.m. Mass - Coffee, Tea, etc - LCH (HC)
Friday
After 8 a.m. Mass - Coffee, Tea, etc - LCH (HC)
8:30 p.m. – AA Meeting – Carroll Hall
Saturday
7:30 a.m. - Morning Mass - Chapel
10 a.m. - Bob Seith’s ORDINATION to the Permanent Diaconate - Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Sunday
12 noon - Bob Seith’s first Mass as a Permanent Deacon - Church Reception to follow in Carroll Hall |
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| Youth Events |
June 16 - Steubenville Retreat ends. SORRY! NO DONUTS! Carroll Hall closed.
June 23 - 6:30-8:30 p.m. - End-of-Year Party - WMH - Mark your calendars. Don’t miss it! |
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| Summer Bible Study for College Students |
is being held in Whitemarsh Hall every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. The remaining sessions are June 26, July 10 and 24. A FOCUS Bible Study titled “Ignite” is being covered. Come for fun and fellowship. Questions? Mary Hager at 301-262-1221. |
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| Vacation Bible School |
is being held June 24-28. This year the theme is Fishin’ on a Mission with Jesus. Registration forms (yellow) are available in the back of the church, at the church entrances and in the CCD Building during the week. Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 19. Questions? Call 301-262-1221. |
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| All High Schoolers! |
There will be an end-of-the-school-year/beginning-of-summer party on Sunday, June 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Whitemarsh Hall. It’s going to be a blast, so don’t miss it! |
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| Please Note: the Saturday Morning Mass on June 22 |
will be held at 7:30 a.m. in the Chapel so that our priests can attend the ordination of the permanent deacons. |
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| Parishioner Robert Seith is Being Ordained |
to the PERMANENT DIACONATE of the Archdiocese of Washington at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.
Sacred Heart is providing a bus;
cost is $12.00 per person
(Make checks payable to “Sacred Heart Church”.)
Contact Chloe Giampaolo 301-805-9870 to make a reservation. Bus travelers should be in the church parking lot no later that 8:15 a.m. Bus will leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. Expect to return around 12:30/1:00 p.m. Let’s have a big turnout to support Bob and his family!
Bob Seith will serve as deacon at the 12 noon Mass at Sacred Heart next Sunday, June 23rd. A reception will follow in Carroll Hall below the church. Everyone is invited. FINGER FOODS are requested for the reception. They can be appetizers or desserts (cookies, brownies) -foods that can be eaten with the fingers only! Bring them to Carroll Hall Sunday morning, June 23rd. |
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| Ancient Order of Hibernians (aoh) |
Charles Carroll Division #2, will meet Monday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Whitemarsh Hall. New members are welcome. Contact Brian Curran at 301-464-3023 for more information. |
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| Marian Day of Prayer |
Come to the Franciscan Monastery on Tuesday, June 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will be the 28th year the Archdiocese has observed the National Celebration of the reported events in Medjugorje. The day will open with the International Rosary. Holy Mass will be celebrated at noon followed by lunch, speakers, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, bookstore and confessions. The day ends with a healing Eucharistic Blessing.
To register and for more informationgo to www.marian-center.org or call 240-988-7318. |
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| Picnic Thank You |
There were more than 100 volunteers who helped make this special day possible, and we wish to thank each and every one of them. In particular there were several champions who helped organize large portions of the event or went above-and-beyond the call of duty including: Randy Greer, Larry Keller, Rob VanRite, Brian Curran (and all the Hibernians), Mary Walsh-Coe, Sasha Deptula, Dufour Woolfley, and of course Bill Mecca. It was a great event and we thank everyone!
The winner of the Sacred Heart Statue raffle is David Fishel. Congratulations, David, and thanks to everyone who bought a ticket!
Steve and Brenda Kuciemba, Chairpersons |
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| R.c.i.a. (rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) |
Adults seeking information regarding joining the Catholic Church and Catholics seeking to learn more about their faith are invited to attend R.C.I.A. Classes which will begin in the fall and conclude at Easter. If interested, please call the Parish Office 301-262-0704 (M-F, 9-4) and leave your name and phone number. More information will be provided later. |
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| Parishioner Robert Seith is Being Ordained to the Permanent Diaconate |
of the Archdiocese of Washington at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.
Sacred Heart is providing a bus; cost is $12.00 per person (Make checks payable to “Sacred Heart Church”.) Contact Chloe Giampaolo 301-805-9870 to make a reservation. Let’s have a big turnout to support Bob, his family and Sacred Heart Church!
Bob will serve as deacon at the 12 noon Mass here at Sacred Heart on Sunday, June 23rd. A reception will follow in Carroll Hall below the church. All are invited. FINGER FOODS are requested for the reception. They can be appetizers or desserts (cookies, brownies) -foods that can be eaten with the fingers only! Bring them to Carroll Hall Sunday morning, June 23rd. |
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| Knights of Columbus Scholarships |
The Maryland State Conference of the Knights of Columbus is the sponsor of two High School scholarships for its members and Catholic students in general. These scholarships are The Frederick M. Gossman and The William J. O’Brien, Jr. Memorial Scholarships. Full information on the scholarships can be obtained by writing to: Maryland State Council, Knights of Columbus, State Scholarship Chairman, 23004 Timber Creek Lane, Clarksburg, MD 20871 or www.kofc-md.org. Application period has begun. Information flyers on the two scholarships are in the bookracks. |
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| St. Pius X Regional School Registration for 2013-2014 |
Accepting Applications Now! The school is pleased to announce that the Kindergartens will be located at the main campus.
Applications for new student admissions for Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade are to be completed on line at http://mytads.com/a/stpiusbowie. You will be walked through the process step by step.
You’re invited to visit the school’s web site at www.stpiusbowie.org for additional information. Contact Theresa Hungate, Registrar, at thungate@stpiusbowie.org or 301-262-0203, x11 for questions concerning the registration process. To arrange for a tour of the school contact Kathy Vassalo kvassalo@stpiusbowie.org or 301-262-0203, x17. |
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| Sacred Heart Church, Bushwood, Annual June Dinner |
will be held on Sunday, June 23, 12 noon til ?? Menu includes chicken, crab cakes, ham and all the trimmings. All you can eat. Adults $24. Children 12 & under $6. Drive-thru carry-outs $24. Country store, Cake stand and raffle. |
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| Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council #2377 |
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Sacred Heart Council #2377
6111 Columbian Way - Rt. 3 North
Information:301-262-1041/410-721-9014
The Knights of Columbus sponsor the following events to help with the many charitable endeavors of the order including: Scholarship Programs for Youth in the area, financial support for seminarians studying to be priests for the local diocese, the Gabriel Network, and other, as approved, charitable requests that are presented to the Council.
TUESDAY NIGHT - NON-SMOKING BINGO
TV monitors with verification.
Doors open 5:30 p.m. - Early Birds start at 7:00 p.m.
Regular games proceed from 7:30 p.m. to about 10:30 p.m.
Includes a Progressive Game to $1,000.00
Guaranteed $400.00 Jackpot Each Week
There are also : Pull Tab Machine - Nightly Door Prizes
Great Food - Free Coffee - Christmas Give-Aways |
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| House on the Hill Donations |
House on the Hill is in need of linens, especially sheets - all sizes. Towels, bedspreads and comforters are also needed. They may be left in the donation shed Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rules Concerning the Donations Shed.
The shed will be open Mon-Sat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. only.
It will not be open Sundays, federal holidays or when Prince Georges County schools are closed (during the school year).
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS AFTER HOURS OR OUTSIDE OF THE SHED!
The only items that can be accepted are in-season clothes, household goods, children?s books and linens. Donations must be in bags or boxes. NO FURNITURE CAN BE ACCEPTED! |
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| Sacred Heart Library |
| The Sacred Heart Library located in Carroll Hall welcomes borrowers. It is available for all to use from 8:30 a.m. until 12 noon. Please feel free to borrow books; just sign your name and phone number on the clipboard on the shelf. |
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| Foster Care |
| On any given day there are hundreds of children in foster care in Prince George's County, many of them needing a safe, nurturing and stable environment. If you can provide a home for a child in need, call 301-909-CARE. |
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| Sacred Heart Bookrack |
| offers a variety of free booklets & pamphlets. Please do not take more than 1 or 2 of any particular handout so the supply is not depleted. If a larger quantity is needed, please check the back of the pamphlet for ordering information. Donations are gratefully accepted and will be used to replenish the bookrack. |
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| Home Communion |
| In the event that a family member is incapacitated for several weeks or more and unable to attend Mass on Sundays, arrangements may be made to have Holy Communion brought to the individual at home. To arrange for Home Communion, please contact the PARISH OFFICE 301-262-0704, M-F, 9-4. |
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| Retrouvaille |
| a lifeline for marriage helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get marriages back on track. It gives couples the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine their lives in a new and positive way. This program has helped thousands of couples and is approved by the Archdiocese. |
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| Sacred Heart Association |
The Sacred Heart Association is established so that the Mass can be offered on a regular basis for the enrolled members. Membership is for the deceased. Members will receive one Mass each month for a 12-month period. A $25 enrollment fee will be added to a special fund for continued maintenance of the Chapel. See the green flyers at the back of the church for more information or to enroll a loved one. The August list of those persons enrolled in the Sacred Heart Association can also be found at the back of the church.
Renewal notices will be sent out one month prior to their renewal date. |
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| Family, Address, or Phone Change? |
NEW ADDRESS???
NEW TELEPHONE NUMBER???
NEW BABY???
CHILDREN GROWN AND MOVED???
Please notify the Rectory (262-0704) with any changes in your household so that we may keep our records updated. Thank you for your help. |
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| After the Abortion: Project Rachel |
| is a post-abortion healing ministry that offers referrals to professional counselors or trained priests. We realize women and men suffer from pain after abortion. Call our confidential help line at 202-269-4673 or by email hope@adw.org. |
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| Hospice |
Did you know that Hospice in P.G. County is a certified health care provider for the terminally ill? Did you know that Hospice provides medical, social and spiritual support to patients and their families in the comfort of their own home? Did you know that these services are covered under Medicare and most private insurance plans? Did you know that Hospice helps you to live until you die and that Hospice is a good alternative to institutional dying?
For information on help for the terminally ill and for information on volunteer training opportunities at the heart of Hospice in P.G. County call 301-499-0550. |
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| Parkinson's Disease and Caregivers Support Group |
| meets the 4th Monday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Bowie Senior Center. Information? Call Ed Wiese 301-262-0947 or Carter Rardon 301-412-0835. |
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| Eucharist for the ILL and Shut-in |
| If you or someone in your home is unable to attend Mass and would like to receive Communion at home, please call the Office 262-0704. |
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| Mass for Shut-Ins |
| is broadcast every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on Channel 32. Call 301-853-4515 for information about the Mass or to receive a semi-annual newsletter. |
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| Need Help Paying for your Medications? |
| If you or someone you know is having difficulty paying for prescription medications, assistance may be available. Pharmacy programs are available in Maryland for low-income individuals, Medicare recipients, HIV/AIDS patients, veterans and others. For more information, consult the web site of the Maryland Catholic Conference (www.mdcathcon.org) or call Jeff Caruso 410-269-1155. |
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| Traveling on Sunday? |
| There is a free ministry that provides schedules of Masses at all Catholic Churches across the nation. To access this service, call 1-800-Mass Times. Use the keypad to enter the zip code of the area to be visited; the computerized voice will give you the five nearest Catholic churches, phone numbers and Mass times. Help is also on the net at www.masstimes.org. This link is also located on our Sacred Heart LINKS webpage. |
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| Movie Reviews |
| The Catholic Communications Campaign sponsors a toll free number (1-800-311-4CCC) to provide callers with access to brief reviews of current movies ? all evaluated for plot, entertainment value and moral content. |
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| Lost & Found |
| is located in the Altar Servers? Room that is to your right as you exit the main entrance of the Church. |
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| GOD in a Box |
Often enough we humans put God in a small box, label it ?Religion? and set it aside for Sundays and other special moments. We go to Church, a wedding, a funeral, our little box in hand, then put it away until we need it again. There may come a time, however, when we will open our little box, only to find that it?s empty. The reason, of course, is that we cannot put God in a box. He is much too large, for one thing, and too full of surprises for another. But that is something we Catholics should have known. After all, we are a ?sacramental? people. Jesus gave us the graced moments called sacraments for two reasons. He intended Baptism, Eucharist and the other sacraments to be times of personal encounter with Himself. He also wanted to alert us to the ?sacramentality? of the world around us.
In the sacraments God uses things we can see and hear and taste, familiar parts of our world, to lead us into a world we cannot see, the world of the sacred. The Sacrament of Matrimony is a good example. When two Christians exchange their vows, they commit themselves to one another without reservations, without conditions ? and so long as they both shall live. The commitment is both beautiful and breathtaking. It is also sacramental, i.e. it hints at a reality beyond our immediate vision, the reality of the commitment God has made to us in Christ, a love that will endure forever.
Each of the other sacraments uses a familiar part of our world to put us in touch with the sacred ? water (Baptism), bread and wine (Eucharist), oil (Confirmation and healing). These same sacraments should alert us to the ?sacramentality? of all creation. God is present to us in the touch of a breeze, the warmth of the sun, the changing seasons, the quiet splendor of star-filled nights. These familiar moments in our lives remind us that ?in God we live and move and have our being.? (Acts 17:26)
Above all, our seven Sacraments should alert us to the sacredness of our own histories. For these graced moments are timed to significant events in our lives, from birth to death. They hint at the holiness of that unique, unrepeatable story that we tell with the days of our lives. Our separate histories, our ?stories,? are themselves ?sacramental.? They remind us that our daily human experience is the field of our interaction with God. He follows us with fascination through each of our days, for He is ours and we are His. He sees clearly what we cannot, that our world is a womb and our limited time here a preparation for our birth into the Kingdom prepared for us from the foundation of time. Each ?yes? we say to Him helps us grow in the life He gave us in Baptism, a life that will fully flower only in His Kingdom. |
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| Lewis & Clark's Trees at Sacred Heart |
The three old gnarled trees at the entrance of the Chapel are Osage orange trees, linked to the Lewis and Clark expedition. It is 200 years since Meriwether Lewis brought cuttings of the Osage Orange trees to Philadelphia, our nation's capital at the time, for Thomas Jefferson. They were the first Osage orange trees east of the Mississippi River. The stately Osage orange trees, whose deeply scored bark has an orange hue, seem to glow when the sun strikes them. They stretch their limbs high above the graves of Monsignor Hogan and Monsignor Wells.
The Osage orange (Maclura pomifera) 'might have been the most significant horticultural 'discovery' of the expedition,' according to Peter J. Hatch, director of Monticello's gardens and grounds. The Osage Indians prized the wood for tomahawks and bows because of its exceptional strength and elasticity. The trees at Sacred Heart are male. Females would drop lumpy green grapefruit-sized fruit in the fall.
The Osage orange cuttings were brought to Philadelphia in 1804, fifteen years after John Carroll was elected at Sacred Heart to became the first Catholic bishop of the American colonies. Bishop Carroll's brother Daniel Carroll was a signer of the United States Constitution and may have been instrumental in obtaining the Osage orange cuttings at Sacred Heart Chapel that became our trees that are almost two hundred years old. |
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