What's New at Sacred Heart
(Archived)

 

Archived events and information 6 months or older...

 

 

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October 2011 -

 

SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM

We can be there for your loved one when you just can't.

 

Providing Advocacy, Care Management, and Benefits Planning for Seniors and their families.

 

A Professional Geriatric Care Manager will help you determine what services be of value to you and your family. We have extensive knowledge about the cost, quality, and availability of resources in your loved one's community. We can simplify the overwhelming details caring for an aging loved one.

 

WHEN: Beginning October 27 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM every 4th Thursday of the month

PLEASE NOTE: For this month ONLY, we will meet on Dec. 15th instead of Dec. 22nd.

WHERE: Sacred Heart Room in the Lower Level of the Church

WHAT: Free 15-minute consultations to answer your questions.

HOW: Call Arizona Elder Care to reserve your time at (928) 639-1583

 

 

 

 

 

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October 2011 -

 

CITIZENSHIP DAY - THANK YOUs

Northern Arizona's First Citizenship Day!

 

Watch Mike Johnsen (Diocese of Phoenix Deacon Candidate, 2012 Cohort)
explain more about Citizenship Day:

 

On October 15th Sacred Heart School Gym was the site of the First Northern Arizona Citizenship Day workshop. This project was an example of putting our faith into action by serving members of our community.

Individuals with Legal Permanent Resident status, those who have had their “Green Card” for at least 5 years, or at least 3 years if married to a U.S. Citizen for 3 years, and who met other important criteria, were be assisted by trained volunteers of Sacred Heart Parish and other faith communities in completing applications for naturalization. This work protected the applicants from various types of scams and fraud that have occurred as well as avoid excessive charges from others who claim to be professionals. Some applicants have paid as much as $10,000 for assistance with no guarantee of approval.

Thank you for your prayers for the success of the event which has been embraced by local elected leaders, state legislators and our Congressional representatives as an important project for Northern Arizona respecting the Dignity of the Human Person.

It is no secret that Sacred Heart Parish, like most others, has been impacted by the current economic woes. This project could not have been as successful as it was without support from our local business community. We wish to thank those local businesses for their generosity in making this such a successful “first-time” event. IKON Copier Services donated the use of two copiers so that the applicants could make necessary copies of their documents. AIM Mail Centers provided passport grade photos at discounted prices for the applicants. Taco Don’s provided food for the Volunteers as they worked through the day. Without the volunteers of Sacred Heart Parish and the surrounding community, Citizenship Day would not have happened. The day was an example of loving God and loving Neighbor. This was a true community effort and example of living Gospel values.

For more information please check out the project on the internet at the parish website and at www.nacitizenship.com .

 

Fr. Art Gramaje, CMF
Pastor

Gene Murphy
Parish Business Manager

Mike Johnsen
Diocese of Phoenix, Deacon Candidate, 2012 Cohort
Coordinator for Citizenship Day

 

 

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September 2011 -

 

Holy Communion Under Both Kinds

In order to read the complete statement from the Diocese of Phoenix on the Norms for Reception of Holy Communion Under Both Forms, as well as a Question and Answer document on the topic, please go to this section of the Diocese of Phoenix website.

 

 

 

 

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Friday, September 2, 2011 -

 

INSTITUTION OF ACOLYTE,
Mike Johnsen

On September 2, 2011 Sacred Heart Parishioner and Deacon Candidate, Mike Johnsen, will become an instituted acolyte through the Rite of Acolyte at St. Mary’s Basilica, in Phoenix, by Bishop Thomas Olmsted.

I want to ask everyone to continue to give Mike your encouragement and support and please keep him and the entire 2012 Diaconate Cohort in your prayers as they make this very important commitment in their journey towards ordination.

Within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix and the formation of permanent deacons there are steps, which for men interested in the permanent diaconate, are necessary for development and discernment. The steps include Inquirer, Aspirant, and Candidate. Within the Candidate steps there are additional stages in the journey such as for Candidate I which includes preparation for the Rite of Installation as Lector, Candidate II includes preparation for the Rite of Installation as Acolyte. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, “Lay people who possess the required qualities can be admitted permanently to the ministries of lector and acolyte.” More specifically the *General Instruction of the Roman Missal(GIRM) states “The acolyte is instituted to serve at the altar and to assist the priest and deacon. In particular, it is his responsibility to prepare the altar and the sacred vessels and, if it is necessary, as an extraordinary minister, to distribute the Eucharist to the faithful.” The instituted acolyte is considered a step in the process of formation for ordination of deacons and priests. It is a function of the Church which helps in preparing men for those roles. Through the role of instituted acolyte the candidate for the diaconate receives valuable training and experience in assisting the priest and deacon in the Mass.

Please keep Mike Johnsen in your prayers in his last year before he is ordained as a Deacon.

Thank you and God Bless.

Mike Johnsen, Diocese of Phoenix Deacon Candidate, 2012 cohort

 

 

 

 

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Wednesday, August 31, 2011 & EVERY Wednesday -

 

JUDIAN SOCIETY BOOK CLUB

 

Fr. Michael Accinni-Reinhardt is leading "Wednesday Catholic Book Club," beginning Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 7:00 PM.

The cost is $65.00 per person and includes the book, A Biblical Walk Through the Mass by Dr. Edward Sri. We will be taking a look at the Biblical roots of the Mass and dissecting the New English Translation set to be used this Advent.

Wednesday Catholic Book Club is part of the St. Jude Institute of Catholic Spirituality at Sr. Peter’s House of Prayer, an Apostolate of Judian Society.

This program is open to all Quad-city residents and everyone is invited to join. Mass will be celebrated at 5:45 PM, prior to the book club meeting and all are welcome.

For more information please contact Judian Society at 928-778-2725, visit the website www.judiansociety.org, or stop by the St. Jude Possible Shop on the corner of Fleury and Gurley Street, across from Sharlot Hall.

 

 

 

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August 2011 -

WALKING ROSARY

If you are interested in helping to build a walking rosary in the yard behind the Youth Center building, please contact Lisa Baynes in the Atrium at 445-3141 ext. 319 or email her at LBaynes@SacredHeartPrescott.com

 

 

 

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July 17, 2011 -

 

FROM OUR PASTOR

 

July 17, 2011

My dear parishioners:

For those who have followed the previous financial reports in this bulletin, it is apparent that this past fiscal year has challenged us in both our revenues and expenses. There were some notable factors that contributed to the parish’s budget deficit:

• 5% cut from plate collections =- $50,000; additional 3% deduction = $37,918 with one less Sunday Collection of $20,000 = $57,918
• Over $30,000 in extraordinary, unforeseen plant/maintenance expenses
• A Fundraising/Development shortfall of $151,797.24.
• Accounting for depreciation: $129,600.

Given conservative estimates regarding the projected Sunday collections and following the strong recommendation from the Parish Finance Council, we needed to cut expenses totaling $175,000 from the 2011-2012 budget. These are some highlights from these difficult cuts:

• A major reduction of salaries for three employees
• The Claretian Missionaries took a 10% cut in payroll
• Parish staff will take two weeks of unpaid work furlough
• Sold the school bus and one of the priest’s cars
• Elimination of the full time Youth Minister position and part time maintenance position
• Each ministry department of the parish cut 10% from the previous budget
• A combination of repair maintenance, reduced salaries, and reduced services has allowed us to adjust our total budget for 2011/2012 fiscal budget saving $181,180.91.

These cuts are difficult but necessary if we are to be fiscally responsible to the members of the parish and the resources that you so generously share.

I want to start a Development Council that will plan and implement positive actions in the areas of stewardship, development, and major fundraising. I hope that this will help us exceed our projections for our various revenue streams in the upcoming fiscal year.

I pray that the Lord will continue to guide us in all things—even finances. I believe that our God is a God of providence and that with all of us doing our part, we will not only establish ourselves financially, but flourish in all of our ministries. If we focus on our mission and goals, Sacred Heart will grow in both our faith and in our community.

In Mary’s Heart,

Fr. Art Gramaje, CMF
Pastor

fragramaje@sacredheartprescott.com
(928) 445-3141

 

 

 

 

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Tuesday, June 14, 2011 -

 

HELP VICTIMS OF THE WALLOW FIRE

If you would like to help the people affected by the Wallow fire, The area is serviced by Catholic Charities of Gallup. Please send your gifts to:

Catholic Charities of Gallup
Attn: Wallow Fire
PO Box 3146
Gallup, NM 87305

To assure you gift helps those affected by the fire, please write Wallow Fire on the check memo line.

Sincerely,

Lisa

Lisa Laliberte
Coordinator
Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Catholic Relief Services
Diocese of Phoenix
400 E. Monroe,
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-354-2125
llaliberte@diocesephoenix.org
www.cchd-crs-phx.org

 

 

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April 2011 -

 

Support Pro-life Legislation

Take Action!
Please Ask Governor Brewer to Sign HB 2416

The Arizona Legislature has just passed important pro-life legislation (HB 2416) that would require women to be offered the chance to view an ultrasound of their unborn children before an abortion.

HB 2416 would also, among other things, prohibit the practice of using telemedicine for abortions. In Iowa, doctors are allowed to talk over an electronic device to a patient they have not examined in person and then push a button distributing abortion pills to the patient. HB 2416 would stop this practice from spreading to Arizona.

In a nutshell, HB 2416 will help protect women and their unborn babies and deserves to become law.

Accordingly, please take a moment and follow the "Take Action" link to encourage Governor Jan Brewer to sign HB 2416.

 

 

 

 

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April 2011 -

GIFTS OF LIFE - GIFTS OF LOVE

The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring Organ Donor Sunday on February 20, 2011 and will have forms available at both entrances of the Church. You can also request the form to be emailed to you from dgallegos@sacredheartprescott.com or you can DOWNLOAD THE FORM here.

For more information, please visit LifeDonor.org and DonateLifeAZ.org

CCC #2296: "Organ transplants are in conformity with the moral law if the physical and psychological dangers and risks to the donor are proportionate to the good that is sought for the recipient. Organ donation after death is a noble and meritorous act and is to be encouraged as an expression of generous solidarity. It is not morally acceptable if the donor or his proxy has not given explicit consent. Moreover, it is not morally admissible directly to bring about the disabling mutilation or death of a human being, even in order to delay the death of other persons."

 

MYTHS ABOUT ORGAN DONATION:

Myth: My drivers license indicates that I am an organ donor.
FACT: Licenses in Arizona no longer show your intent. It is necessary to carry a separate card next to your license to indicate that you are a donor. This card is issured plus a sticker to place on your license when you register with the Arizona Donor Registry.

Myth: Wealthy people can buy organs.
FACT: It's a federal crime to buy or sell organs and tissues. Factors such as race, income or celebrity status are never considered when determining who receives an organ. The organ allocation and distribution system is based on many factors including blood type, length of time of the waiting list, geographical location, severity of illness and other medical criteria. There is no way to buy a place on the national wating list.

Myth: Doctors may let me die to transplant my organs.
FACT: Doctors who treat patients at the time of death have nothing to do with donation or transplantation of the patient's organs and tissues. Every effort is made to save the patient's life before donation can be considered.

Myth: It costs money to donate.
FACT: There is no cost to be an organ and tissue donor. Donation is a gift. Any costs associated with transplantation are included in the surgical, medical and hospital costs of the reciepient.

Myth: Donation disfigures the body and delays the funeral.
FACT: Donation does not change the way a person looks in a casket. Donated organs and tissues are removed surgically as in a routine operation. Most donations take place within 24 hours after death and do not delay a funeral arrangements.

Myth: My religion opposes donation.
FACT: All major religions -- Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism -- fully support donation. It is a charitable act.

Myth: Donation is painful for the donor's family.
FACT: Studies show that donation most often provides immediate and long-term consolation. Donation can be especially comforting when the death is unexpected and the donor is young.

Contact: 520-887-7847, lifedonor@msn.com for further information or to schedule a program featuring donor family members, living donors or organ recipients.

 

Pope Benedict XVI said in 2008, that organ donation is an "act of love ... that remains as a genuine witness of charity which knows how to look beyond death so that life always wins."

 

 

 

 

 

 

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March 2011 -

 

BISHOPS' STATEMENT ON THE DEATH PENALTY

 

This document was issued on March 28, 2011 by the Dioceses of Gallup, Phoenix, and Tucson. To read in its entirety, please download your copy here.

 

 

 

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March 2011 -

 

HELP THE PEOPLE OF JAPAN

Bishop Olmsted has asked the Catholic Community to respond to the people in Japan following the powerful earthquake and tsunami that struck the country on Friday, March 11th. Our faith calls for us to live our life in solidarity with the victims of this catastrophic disaster.

Catholic Relief Services will support Caritas Japan , the social service arm of the Catholic Church which responds with food and other assistance. CRS asks everyone to give their prayers and support to the Japanese people at this difficult time.

How YOU can help...

How You Can Help Donate on line:
crs.org

Donate by Phone:
Call 1-800-736-3467 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Standard Time

Donate by Mail:
Mail your check or money order to:

Catholic Relief Services
P.O. Box 17090
Baltimore, MD 21203-7090
Memo portion of the check: Japan emergency

Donations can also be dropped off at the Sacred Heart Parish Office. The money collected will be forwarded to the Diocese of Phoenix CRS office.

 

Prayer for Japan

Heavenly Father,

Embrace our brothers and sisters devastated by the powerful quaking of the earth in Japan and regions destroyed by the resulting tsunami.

Welcome the dead into your kingdom and comfort the heartbroken.

Hear the prayers of the Catholic Relief Services' and Caritas family for those whose world came tumbling down.

Guide and speed the efforts of the rescue workers amid the destruction. Keep them safe and embrace the suffering.

For your mercy, we give you thanks.

Amen

 

 

 

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Monday, February 7, 2011 -

 

Statement of the Diocese of Phoenix
Re: Arrest of teacher at St. Gregory School February 7, 2011

Download the Diocese's Statement

 

 

 

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February 2011 -

 

NEW BEGINNINGS FOR CLARETIANS IN USA

This February is a turning point in our history, when a single new province is inaugurated for the entire USA, and five young Claretians are ordained to the service of God’s people.
After 109 years of ministry in the US, the Claretian Missionaries make a new beginning with a single province for the entire country on February 2nd, 2011, and ordain five new missionaries for service on Thursday, February 3rd, at 6:30 p.m., at the Mission San Gabriel in San Gabriel, California.
Texas-born former Vicar General Father Rosendo Urrabazo, C.M.F. has been appointed transitional superior for the new US province, to be based in Chicago, along with several members of the former governments to his council.
The new priests and deacons are Fathers Heherson “Niño” Balabbo of the Philippines, Manny Lopez of Cuba via Spain, Peeter Pedroza of Colombia, and Deacons Alex Gaitan and Ben Romero of Mexico.
They will join another 105 missionaries of the U.S. Province who are already at work in Georgia, New Jersey, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, Arizona, California, Nigeria, Sudan and Equatorial Guinea to help pioneer new undertakings at home and abroad.

CLARETIAN ORDINATIONS:

Thursday, February 3rd, 2011

Priests:
Heherson “Niño” Balabbo
Peeter Pedroza
Manny Lopez
Deacons:
Alex Gaitan
Benjamin Romero

 

 

 

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Winter 2010 -

PRESCOTT COMMUNITY CUPBOARD FOOD BANK

Did you know that Sacred Heart Parish is a member Church of Prescott Community Cupboard Food Bank?

The Prescott Community Cupboard Food Bank is a community-sponsored organization of eight member churches of which Sacred Heart is a founding member. Fr. Fred Le Claire’s (currently pastor of St. Catherine Laboure Parish in Chino Valley) father helped establish the Food Bank back in the 1970s. We are a 501 (c) 3 non-profit Food Bank and an all-volunteer organization. We always need volunteers to assist in distribution and collection of the food. Our distribution site is located at:

313 W Goodwin Street, “Rusing Square “across from the Goodwin Pharmacy.

Our clients are processed with our partner Catholic Charities and we provide 12 nutritionally balanced meals for each family member that seeks our assistance. We provided over 150,000 meals in 2009.

As a founding member church, Sacred Heart’s support is vital to the continued operation of the Prescott Community Cupboard Food Bank! Sacred Heart food collections are the third weekend of every month. Canned and non perishable items are always needed.

Call us at 778-4622 and leave a message or visit our website at:www.PrescottCommunityCupboard.org

Thank You and God Bless!

PCC Food Bank is a non-affiliated organization

 

 

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Summer 2010 -

Vote in the Parish logo re-design competition today!

If there are any late entries, please go to the Contest Page and contact Yvonne Bartlett at (928) 899-7390 or email her at ybartlett@sacredheartprescott.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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January 8, 2010 -

NEW MARRIAGE PREPARATION POLICY:

Bishop Olmsted has issued a new marriage preparation policy for the Diocese of Phoenix that began implementation on January 1, 2010. There will now be at least a NINE MONTH preparation process prior to the wedding. This extra time is to allow for a more thorough preparation for the sacrament, including the full course in Natural Family Planning (www.phxnfp.org) and a new session on “God’s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage” (www.ourcovenantoflovephx.org).

For more information on the new policy you may visit the diocesan website at http://www.diocesephoenix.org/mfrl/MFL/marriageprep.html