Dear Friends,

As we know, for us in the Catholic Church the Eucharist is the source and summit of our Faith. It is the greatest treasure we have as it is Jesus Christ Himself. We can say it is not a matter of ‘What is the Eucharist?’; but rather, ‘Who is the Eucharist?’ Therefore, the Eucharist demands the utmost greatest degree of respect, reverence, and love.

We can ask ourselves, what are we doing to better our respect, reverence, and love for the Eucharist? From the way we wait in line, to the moment of Communion, to what we do immediately after receiving Him.

Before Communion: It is important to place ourselves in the presence of God. At this moment nothing else in the world concerns us; not those around us, nor other worries or issues, not even the things we have to do immediately after Mass. The only thing that concerns us is God; it is only God and me.

During Communion: As mentioned in the past, there are two methods the Church has permitted us to receive Communion: (1) on the tongue or (2) in our hands. Among the two options, the first (on the Tongue) is certainly the best as it shows the greatest form of respect showing that we are not found worthy to touch our Lord. And if we receive Him in our hands we must ensure that our hands are clean and that not small particles of host are left in our hands, if there is we can consume those small pieces as well.

After Communion: Now that we have received communion it can be easy to get distracted and shift attention to something else – the next thing we have to do. But we must consider who we have just received, the Lord of Lords, the King of Kings, the one who created us and saved us. We must treasure this moment as something unique and singular. St. Maximilian Kolbe even says, “If angels could be jealous of men, they would be so for one reason; Holy Communion.” Therefore, let us not take it for granted.                                     Together in Prayer

WEEKLY NEWS

Altar Project:Thanks to your most generous contribution we have nearly finished fundraising for the Altar Project. We have raised $6,850 and our goal is $8,500. Pictures of the Altars can be found at the entrance of Sacred Heart Church. These altars will help beautify our Church – our House of Prayer. If you have not contributed to this project and would like to contribute to this project you can write a check to Sacred Heart Church with the memo “Altar Project” or use an envelope and write “Altar Project.” Then leave the donation with Fr. Alex or place it in the offertory basket.

Parish Mass Intentions We have free space for weekday Mass intentions. Remember the Catholic Mass is the most powerful form of prayer, it is a common practice to have it offered for a living person, a deceased person, in thanksgiving, for a celebration or for a special intention. Having a Mass said for someone is a powerful way to intercede or pray for them on their behalf.

Friday Adoration at Sacred Heart Every Friday there is adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at Sacred Heart in reparation for the offences made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus from 1:30 to 6:30PM and confessions from 5:00 to 6:30PM.

Catholic Missionary Children OratoryFor Children 7-12 years old. Saturdays 10:30 AM to noon at St. John the Baptist. For info or to register contact Sr. Inmaculada at stjohnandsacredheart@gmail.com

Altar Boy Group at Sacred Heart 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month, 6:15 – 8:30 PM.

Young Adult Group at Sacred Heart Every 2nd, 4th and 5th Friday of the Month. Please join us at 6PM for 30 minutes of adoration followed by dinner in the basement hall, talk and games.

FORMED Sign-up

1. Visit Website – formed.org, select “Sign Up”.
2. For Parish Name type in “Saint John the Baptist 300 Wilson Street” both parishes (Sacred Heart & St. John are using the same account)
3. Then after selecting the Church, click on “Next”.
4. Fill in your name & email to create an account. This will allow you to log in to the same account on multiple devices (like iPads, Phone, laptops or smart TVs)
5. Then Select “Sign Up”

D IOCESAN &O THER NEWS:

Peterborough ProLife (city & central parishes)The Annual General Meeting will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, Bishop Doyle hall at 12 noon.  Lunch provided.  Guest speaker: Jack Fonseca, Director of Political Operations for Campaign Life coalition.  Everyone welcomed to attend.

Webinar—AI, Technology, Church and Kids What Every Church Needs to Know About AI & the Technology Transformation That Endangers & Empowers Kids & Their Families. It is about the new wave of cyber exploitation that is growing faster than human trafficking. Webinar on April 20, 2024, 8:30 am (pacific time zone)  www.throughGodsgrace.com