MAY 31, 2020 · 1 day ago · of the mystery of the Lord’s death and resurrection, the essence of our Lord’s gift to us on the night before He died for us.” (Bishop Jaime Soto)

Parish Office…………………………...365-8573 Angie Scott, Secretary/Bookkeeper After hours emergency # .......... 378-4681 Catholic Faith Formation .......... 365-8573 Renae Magaña, Coordinator

Formacion de fe para ninos……..365-8573 Rene Magaña, Coordinador

Youth Ministry ......................... 365-8573

Grupo de Jovenes ..................... 365-8573 RCIA ......................................... 365-8573 Sandy Downing, Coordinator

RICA ......................................... 365-5303 Yolanda Alvarado, Coordinador

Baptism Preparation Class ........ 365-8573 1st Tuesday of each month Mike Spence, Coordinator

Clase de preparación para el bautismo 2do jueves de cada mes Hector Rubio, Coordinador…..276-4694

Parish Nursing Ministry ............ 524-4092 Sandy Downing, Parish Nurse

Parish Gift Shop ........................ 347-1985 Kathy Weiss, Coordinator

Anderson Cottonwood Christian Assistance 2979 East Center St. Anderson, 365-4220 Open Tuesday & Friday, 10am—2pm

Northern Valley Catholic Social Service 2400 Washington Ave. Redding…241-0552 Knights of Columbus………...360-202-2463 Dave Santana, Grand Knight Martha’s Ministry….………………..357-3348 Mona Trafton, Coordinator

ST. ANNE CATHOLIC CHURCH

Sacred Heart Church

3141 St. Stephens Drive, Anderson Saturday Mass: 4:30PM (English) Sunday Mass: 10:00AM (English)

12:00 (Spanish) Weekday: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8AM

Confessions: Saturday: 3PM

St. Anne Church 3415 Main Street

Cottonwood Sunday Mass: 8:15AM

MAY 31, 2020

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

Website: sacredheartparish.com • email: [email protected]

Rev. Eric Flores, Pastor

Deacons: Rich Valles • Jesus Madrigal

Michael Evans (retired) • Anthony Short (retired)

FROM THE PASTOR

COMING BACK TO THE TABLE

Diocesan Guide to the Public Celebration of the Mass

“My heart is moved with pity for the crowd, for they have been with me now

for three days and have nothing to eat.” (Matthew 15:32)

“Our desire for the Bread of Life awakens in all the faithful a longing to be more a part of the mystery of the Lord’s death and resurrection, the essence of our

Lord’s gift to us on the night before He died for us.” (Bishop Jaime Soto)

The Eucharist is an essential part of the life of every baptized Catholic, and the Church has the obligation to properly administer the sacrament to the faithful. Ensuring the health of each person in our Church is a collective responsibility, we all need to make prudent and practical actions in coming back together, mindful of the role we play in preventing the further spread of COVID-19. It is important to give serious consideration to the safety recommendations given by medical experts, local, county, and state officials. At this time, the public celebration of the Sacrifice of the Mass is still suspended until further notice. When the public celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass resumes, we should all expect changes that reflect the needs of the current situation. All of these are held together with a three-fold approach: oneself, our church buildings, and the actual celebration of Holy Mass. All are called to greater patience, charity and understanding during the transition. Each should consider his or her own health. Those over 65 or with a vulnerable condition should shelter-in-place. Each person must make a prudent decision, for this reason the dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass issued by Bishop Soto remains in force. While understanding the prominence of the Sunday Mass, the faithful are encouraged to attend Mass during the week as these usually have smaller crowds. Observance of the Third Commandment of keeping the Lord’s Day Holy is to be kept in mind always. The faithful should incorporate pious practices which help to sanctify the Lord’s Day. For example: the recitation of the rosary, reading of scripture, praying the Liturgy of the Hours, and communal family meals. The use of PPE (e.g. gloves and masks) are strongly encouraged for all attending Mass. Prepare ahead of time by checking your parish schedule, the maximum number of people allowed for Mass and the system in place to control the attendance at each Mass.

If you are feeling sick or exhibiting symptoms, PLEASE STAY AT HOME. If you have been in contact with someone with COVID-19, PLEASE STAY AT HOME.

If you are not feeling well, PLEASE STAY AT HOME. Symptoms that need to be given serious attention and require the exercise of caution:

• Temperature above 100.4 F;• Cough or sore throat;• Recent loss of smell or taste • Chills • New muscle aches • Gastrointestinal upset and diarrhea

While we are eager to return to church and enjoy our parish community, we still have to make some modifications. Physical distancing remains the norm. Six feet of space needs to be kept between individuals or families and other families or individuals. Things like seating, entrances and exits may be different. Be sure to follow any instructions or signs posted to help you with these changes. Socializing and fellowship after Mass should be avoided if possible or at least minimized. Churches will need to be sanitized after each Mass. Things like missalettes, hymnals and other shared material will be removed from our churches. Be sure to take advantage of hand sanitizer when it is available. Physical Distancing must always be observed! We will see some changes in how things are done or who does them. Those over 65 and those with vulnerable conditions are asked to allow others to fill liturgical roles, for the time being. Please remember not to hold hands during the Our Father. The exchange of the Sign of Peace during Mass is still suspended. Remove masks and gloves for Holy Communion. It is encouraged to receive Holy Communion in the hand. Take advantage of hand sanitizer if it is available. Follow whatever exit instructions you have been given. Don’t be disappointed if Father doesn’t greet you after Mass, he’s trying to be a good example.

As we adapt to these changes, all are called to greater charity and understanding during the transition. Let our hearts be thankful that once again we may gather for Holy Mass

and receive the Lord in Holy Communion!

WEEKLY NEWS

STEWARDSHIP CORNER

Collection Summary

April 25/26: $4,360 May 2/3: $8,238 May 9/10: $5,018 May 16/17: $2,936

For fiscal year 2019-2020

Budgeted for Collections: $295,000 Total for 46 weeks: $252,693 weekly Goal: $5,673

Average Weekly Collection: $5,493

PARISH WISH LIST

Please find below a list of items and their cost that are needed by the parish.

Blink XT2 Indoor/Outdoor wireless cameras for the parish center (10 cameras): $750

Blink XT2 Indoor/Outdoor wireless cameras for the parish hall (8 cameras): $600

Ornamental plants for the parish plaza: $200

Ornamental plants for front of rectory: $200

300 watt Solar Street lights for new gate (2): $500

Entrance doors to replace back gates at the parish center (2): $1,000

Those suffering from coronavirus and their families, Gavin Cowan, Geno Souza, Linda Mashburn, Ciri Peterson, Bill Corlett, Cathy Mobley, Liam Salmon, Kevin Snider, Ben Bowers, Jennifer Turskey Glazier, Deacon Sam Short, Larry Eddy, Ruth Lisea, Bill and Barbara Faulkner, Tom Johnson, Buddy Smith, Dave Jacobs, Lisa West, Miranda Weise, Alverta Snider, John Williams, Clementine Mills, Jim Weirick, Ilene Duval, Katie Lewis, Angelo Costanzo, Jay Burns.

CAMP PENDOLA

Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, Camp Pendola will not be able to open this summer. So, we will be launching a Virtual Summer Camp so campers and families can bring home the spirit of camp we find up in the Pines. Over our weekly session, campers will spend time in “cabin” groups working on activities with a counselor and activity time with the whole camp. Campers will receive a Camp Pendola in a Box with supplies, instructions, a vintage Camp Pendola Shirt, and other Camp Pendola Swag mailed to them the week before their session. For more information and to register your child visit www.pendola.org or contact Jennifer Campbell at [email protected] or (916)733-0135.

FIND A MASS TO WATCH

If you are unable to attend Sunday Mass, various churches within the Diocese of Sacramento are continuing to livestream Mass. Go to https://www.scd.org/coronavirus/livestream-mass to find a Mass time that is convenient for you. You can also watch Mass every day with Bishop Robert Barron. Just click on the link on our website: www.sacredheartparish.com.

FAITH FORMATION NEWS

It is with mixed emotions that we come to the end of another CFF year. When we cancelled the last three months of class, knowing that we would not get to share, talk or learn about together; our families embraced the in-home learning model that the Diocese quickly helped us develop when we received the shelter in place order. I am pleased to tell you that 80% of our families have received monthly packets and are working from home. Currently, I am working to get completed packets turned in, allowing me to document continued formation; especially for the students in sacramental preparation classes. I would like to thank the Catechetical Teams for their dedication, time, and talent; the parents that bravely began teaching at home, and Fr. Eric for his love and passion to share Jesus with the youth of this Parish. It has been an honor to work for and with you! I believe I speak confidently for Fr. Eric, all the Catechists, and Mr. Dan, to say that we miss our Faith Formation families and look forward to meeting you in the Fall; information on how and when to register to follow.

Please join us every Friday evening for an interactive webinar via Zoom—“Breaking Open the Word.” We will read and discuss the readings for Sunday beginning at 6:30pm. Your host is James Cavanagh, Director of the Office of Worship for the Diocese of Sacramento. Register in advance for

this meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZAqfuqqqjgpEtbPNvgmOt1UOtF01IpHcvWx

BREAKING OPEN THE WORD

WEEKLY WEBINAR

PRAYER CONCERNS

WEEKLY NEWS

DONATIONS TO THE PARISH

As we continue to pray for those afflicted with COVID-19, their families, the well being of our parish and the absence of our primary income from the Sunday offertory, we remind you of different options for giving: • Use the new online giving option through the

Diocese of Sacramento: https://www.scd.org/catholic-foundation/support-your-parish • Sign up with “myEoffering” and choose Sacred

Heart Parish, Anderson. You can click on the logo on our website.

• Mail in your weekly offertory envelopes. • Drop your envelopes in: 1) the votive candle

stand at the back of the church, 2) the mail slot in the front of the rectory, 3) the locked mail box in front of the parish office.

• Set up online bill pay with your bank. Your generosity will help lessen the financial stress that we are facing in the parish. Thank you for your generosity and prayers. May the good Lord bless you and protect you and your loved ones, especially at this difficult time.

PENTECOST SUNDAY

First Reading: Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11 The Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles gathered in Jerusalem. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13 We are all one in Christ Jesus. Gospel Reading: John 20:19-23 Jesus appears to his disciples and gives them the gift of the Holy Spirit. Background on the Gospel Reading

The Season of Easter concludes with today’s celebration, the Feast of Pentecost. On Pentecost we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles gathered in the upper room in Jerusalem; this event marks the beginning of the Church. The story of Pentecost is found in the Acts of the Apostles, today’s first reading. The account in today’s Gospel, John 20:19-23, also recounts how Jesus gave the gift of the Holy Spirit to his disciples. Yet the event in John’s Gospel takes place on Easter Sunday. There is no

need to try to reconcile these two accounts. It is enough that we know that after his death, Jesus fulfilled his promise to send to his disciples a helper, an advocate, who would enable them to be his witnesses throughout the world. We already heard today’s Gospel proclaimed on the Second Sunday of Easter this year (Lectionary Cycle A). That Gospel passage, however, also included the description of Jesus’ appearance to Thomas. In that context, we were led reflect on belief and unbelief. In the context of the Feast of Pentecost, John 20:19-23 reminds us about the integral connection between the gifts of peace and forgiveness and the action of the Holy Spirit. Jesus greets his disciples with the gift of peace. Jesus then commissions his disciples to continue the work that he has begun, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” He breathes the Holy Spirit upon the disciples and sends them to continue his work of reconciliation through the forgiveness of sins. Jesus’ act of breathing the Holy Spirit mirrors God’s act of breathing life into Adam at the time of Creation. In fact, both the Greek and Hebrew words for “spirit” can also be translated as “breath.” This Gospel reminds us that the Church is called to be a reconciling presence in the world. The reconciling presence of Christ is celebrated in the Church’s sacramental life. In the Sacrament of Baptism, we are cleansed of sin and become a new creation in Christ. In the Sacrament of Penance, the Church celebrates the mercy of God through the forgiving of sins. This reconciling presence is also to be a way of life for Christians. In situations of conflict, we are to be agents of peace and harmony among people.

PARISH OFFICE Due to the COVID 19 restrictions, the parish office is CLOSED to the public. The office will be open from 9:00am to noon, Monday through Thursday for phone calls and email only. We will be reopening to the public soon, with restrictions.

PROJECT YOUTH MINISTRY LIVE

Project YM Live is a Weekly Virtual Youth Night for middle and high school aged teens. Parishes and families can register and get the latest information about the weekly speaker and worship leader at projectym.com/live/

THEOLOGY ON ZOOM

Young Adults are invited to grab a beverage of their choice and join us via Zoom every Friday night in May at 6:30pm for Theology on Zoom. Our guest speaker will change each week, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @scdoyya for a list of speakers! The Zoom link to join is https://zoom.us/

WEEKLY REFLECTIONS

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Mon. Genesis 3:9-15, 20; Acts 1:12-14; John 19:25-34 Tue. 2 Peter 3:12-15a, 17-18; Mark 12:13-17 Wed. 2 Timothy 1:1-3, 6-12; Mark 12:18-27 Thu. 2 Timothy 2:8-15; Mark 12:28-34 Fri. 2 Timothy 3:10-17; Mark 12:35-37 Sat. 2 Timothy 4:1-8; Mark 12:38-44 Sun. Exodus 34:4b-6,8-9; 2 Corinthians 13:11-13; John 3:16-18

EVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP

We Are Never Alone: My children want my help sometimes, and other times, not so much. I remember being a teenager and young adult myself. At times, I thought I knew everything. I didn’t need help because I was just so darn smart. Truth is, I needed to find my own way. I needed to stretch my wings and prove to myself and my family I could fly. I assume that is what is happening with my own children as well. It just seems so different now that I’m the parent. Human beings need help. We need community, and we need to rely on one another. At Pentecost, we reflect on Jesus sending to the Church a helper, the Holy Spirit. God interacting with us in this manner means we are never truly alone. We focus most of the time on the Spirit of God as the assistance we need, and we do need Him for sure. However, since it is that very same Spirit that turned us into “Church” from a band of people looking to carry on after Jesus’ ascension, at Pentecost we gained more than divine help: we gained each other. Today, the Church needs help in a profound way. We need to lean on the Holy Spirit to blow through the Church with a profound renewal. But we cannot forget that we have been given each other to lean on as well. We are a gift to each other, and together with the Spirit’s help, we are the Body of Christ here on earth. We must be strong and stand for one another. If we do that, this Pentecost will bear fruit that will be with us for many Pentecosts to come. —Tracy Earl Welliver

GOSPEL MEDITATION FOR MAY 31ST

You can feel so small standing by the seashore. The vastness of all that is before you expands much farther than your eye can see. What is happening on the other side? As tides continue to ebb and flow, what occurs as they come and go remains largely a mystery and the effects of their presence unknown in your sight. Yet, things are moving and changing as you gaze upon the water, as the thumbprint of their presence is left behind. The greater the wind and wave, the greater the effect. But even a gentle breeze leaves its humble mark upon the seashore on which you stand. The smallest pebble still makes a ripple in the great blue expanse of ocean waters. It doesn’t need to be big. You never know the full impact of your smallest gesture or simplest of words. A yes or no, agree or disagree, here or there, this or that can influence time and history in ways you may never know. The Holy Spirit is like that: fierce and torrential, and then almost still and silent, creating and recreating nonetheless. Coming as a gentle breeze or a gusty wind, God’s Holy Spirit continues to move over, around, and into the waters of our lives. The Spirit brings fruit and unknown possibilities to what we humbly bring with us and that same Spirit eventually brings all to fulfillment in Christ. The first disciples didn’t have much. They possessed simple faith and a willingness to go into unchartered territory with a love of their friend-God, humble offerings, and a knowledge that they were not alone. This allowed them to do amazing things with very little. Do you believe that you are being led and that you have a purposeful life? We often do not realize our value because we do not think that the little we have is good enough. How wrong we are! A little flour mixed with water and embraced by a prayer of blessing transforms simple offerings into the magnificent Eucharistic presence of God. If the Holy Spirit can do such amazing things with these humble gifts of the earth, even more can happen with you. Don’t underestimate the value of the smile you gave a stranger, the door held open for an elderly widow, the listening ear offered to one who was lonely, the tolerance given to the wounded soul who is angry, and the loving shoulder you offered as a cradle under the head of someone in pain. Modest gifts offered with love can be transformed by the Spirit into wondrous blessings you may never know. It’s Pentecost. Trust. You are not alone.

WEEKLY CALENDAR: MAY 31ST—JUNE 7TH

Sunday, May 31 Monday, June 1 Tuesday, June 2 Wednesday, June 3

8:15 a.m. NO Mass 10:00 a.m. NO Mass 10:00 a.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 6pm 12:00 p.m. NO Mass CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED

8:00 a.m. NO Mass 8:30 a.m. Church open until 2pm

MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED

8:00 a.m. NO Mass 8:30 a.m. Church open until 3pm

8:00 a.m. NO Mass 8:30 a.m. Church open until 3pm

Thursday, June 4 Friday, June 5 Saturday, June 6 Sunday, June 7

8:00 a.m. NO Mass 8:30 a.m. Church open until 3pm

8:00 a.m. NO Mass 8:30 a.m. Church open until 3pm CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED

8:30 a.m. Church open until 3pm 4:30 p.m. NO Mass CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED

8:15 a.m. NO Mass 10:00 a.m. NO Mass 10:00 a.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 6pm 12:00 p.m. NO Mass CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED