of Jesus parish

205 Second Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109-4817 www.sacredheartseattle.org (206) 284-4680

March 21, 2021 Fifth Sunday of Lent Do I Have to Die? However, it was precisely by means of his Who has not asked this question, at least to oneself? It’s a having been lifted up on the cross in valid question, because at the core of every living being is the suffering and death that he was lifted up in drive to live. Jesus also must have asked this question. Today’s glory and exaltation. This is why we claim that Gospel account implies this in John 12:27. (“I am troubled death is not the end of life but the gateway now.”) Despite his passion for living, Jesus was more to new life. So, as difficult as it might be to passionate about the transformation that would take place leave the life we love, like Jesus we have to later. The example of the grain that must die if a harvest of die in order to enter that new life. wheat is to be produced is a perfect metaphor to make this —Sr. Dianne Bergant, CSA point. Just as the grain is insignificant compared with the possible harvest, so—our faith assures us— there is no comparison between this life and the wondrous For Reflection:

transformation that awaits us. And yes, in order to move from this life to that splendorous future, we will have to die. Begin to place yourself in God’s hands with little things so that you are better able Our Lenten meditations will soon focus on the suffering and to do so in bigger things. death of Jesus. However, to concentrate solely on suffering The second reading reminds us that Christ and death is like examining the death of the grain without is the source of our eternal salvation. any thought of its transformation and the bountiful harvest Spend a moment in gratitude for this great gift. that will come. We must not minimize Jesus’ suffering.

[Jesus asked,] “Yet what should I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour’? But it was for this purpose that I came to this hour.” John 12:27

Pastor: Fr. Rich Luberti, C.Ss.R. [email protected] Brother Paul Jorns, C.Ss.R.

March 21, 2021 SACRED HEART SEATTLE www.sacredheartseattle.org

Calendar

Monday Dear Padre, MARCH 22 Lenten Weekday I’m a non- secretary Deuteronomy 13:1–9, who receives questions about a Purgatorial Society. 15–17, 19–30, 33–62 or 13:41c–62 What is it? John 8:1–11 Tuesday Those who die in God’s grace and friendship imperfectly purified, although they MARCH 23 are assured of their eternal salvation, undergo a purification after death, so as Lenten Weekday Numbers 21:4–9 to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of God” (Catechism of the John 8:21–30 Catholic Church, 1054). This process of purification is known as . Saint Wednesday Gregory the Great (540–604) wrote “certain offenses can be forgiven in this age, MARCH 24 but certain others in the age to come” (see Dialogues 4, 39). This forgiveness of Lenten Weekday sins granted after death is also suggested in Matthew 12:32 and 2 Timothy 1:18. Deuteronomy 3:14–20, 91–92, 95 Because Catholics believe we’re in communion with one another through an John 8:31–42 active relationship that transcends death, our prayers and sacrifices benefit the Thursday deceased (see 2 Maccabees 12:38–46). Thus, a Purgatorial Society is a formal MARCH 25 The Annunciation association of Catholics who offer prayers, Masses, and other works of charity to of the Lord benefit the souls in purgatory. Souls that get to heaven, in turn, offer their prayers Is 7:10–14, 8:10 to benefit the living. This mutual assistance affirms our belief in an earthly and Hebrews 10:4–10 heavenly Church forming one body in Christ. Luke 1:26–38 Friday Purgatorial societies were especially prevalent from the Middle Ages through MARCH 26 the previous century, but they’re currently seeing a revival in some church Lenten Weekday Jeremiah 20:10–13 parishes and religious communities. John 10:31–42 Societies generally maintain a registry Saturday to enroll names of the deceased so MARCH 27 that Masses are regularly offered for Lenten Weekday the holy souls in purgatory—especially Ezekiel37:21–28 during the month of November. John 11:45–56 Sunday — Fr. Byron Miller, CSsR MARCH 28 ([email protected]) Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord Mark 11:1–10 or John 12:12–16 Isaiah 50:4–7 Philippians 2:6–11 Mark 14:1—15:47 A word from

Know Someone Overly By visiting the tombs of our loved ones we Anxious About Sin? remember that we have a multitude of For more than fifty saints who before God intercede for our years, Redemptorists have ministered needs. Let us not forget, however, that so compassionately with many deceased also await our spiritual those struggling with support. Let us remember them in our scrupulosity. For more information and to sign prayers…asking that they be welcomed into up for our free monthly the ranks of the elect in heaven. newsletter, visit: ScrupulousAnonymous.org —General Audience, October 31, 2018

DAILY INTENTIONS MASS SCHEDULE AND PARISH EVENTS

Sun. March 21 9:00 a.m. Sacred Heart Parish March 21, FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT  Masses 9:00 a.m., 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m.

11:00 a.m. Mark Anjo Fernandez March 22, Monday

 Confession 7:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Gerarda C. Velasco +  Confessions 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. Mon. March 22 12:00 p.m. Carlito Tanudtanud +  Mass 12:00 p.m.  YAMS Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Zoom Tues. March 23 12:00 p.m. Amanda G. Caliwag + March 23, Tuesday Wed March 24 12:00 p.m. Carolina P. Velasco  Confession 7:30 a.m.  Confessions 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. Thur. March 25 12:00 p.m. Carolina P. Velasco  Mass 12:00 p.m.  MPH Devotion after noon Mass Fri. March 26 12:00 p.m. John O’Brien + March 24, Wednesday

 Confession 7:30 a.m. Sat. March 27 5:30 p.m. Jerry Campeau +  Confessions 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

 Mass 12:00 p.m.

March 25, Thursday

STEWARDSHIP  Confession 7:30 a.m.

 Confessions 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

 Mass 12:00 p.m.

Offerings (March 1—7) $4,133 March 26, Friday, Online Giving (March 1—7) $1,160  Confession 7:30 a.m.  Confessions 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

Total Sacrificial Giving $5,293  Mass 12:00 p.m. March 27, Saturday YTD Sacrificial Giving (June 29—March 7) $140,052  Confession 4:00—5:00 p.m. Parish Improvement (June 29—March 7) $8,657  Sunday Vigil Mass 5:30 p.m.

Holy Thursday Thursday April 1 Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7:00 p.m. Procession after Mass through Seattle Center

Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion Friday April 2 7:00 p.m.

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