O Sacred Heart of Jesus, fountain of eternal life, Your Heart is a glowing furnace of Love. You are my refuge and my sanctuary.
St. Gertrude the Great
Observances and Readings for the Week
Monday (6-8)
Tenth Week in Ordinary Time
1 Kgs 17:1-6
Mt 5:1-12 (359) Pss II
Tenth Week in Ordinary Time
1 Kgs 17:1-6
Mt 5:1-12 (359) Pss II
Tuesday (6-9)
Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor of the Church
1 Kgs 17:7-16
Mt 5:13-16 (360)
Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor of the Church
1 Kgs 17:7-16
Mt 5:13-16 (360)
Wednesday (6-10)
Weekday
1 Kgs 18:20-39
Mt 5:17-19 (361)
Weekday
1 Kgs 18:20-39
Mt 5:17-19 (361)
Thursday (6-11)
Saint Barnabas, Apostle, Memorial
Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3 (580)
Mt 5:20-26 (362)
Saint Barnabas, Apostle, Memorial
Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3 (580)
Mt 5:20-26 (362)
Friday (6-12)
The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Solemnity
Dt 7:6-11
1 Jn 4:7-16
Mt 11:25-30 (170) Pss Prop
The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Solemnity
Dt 7:6-11
1 Jn 4:7-16
Mt 11:25-30 (170) Pss Prop
Saturday (6-13)
The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor of the Church; BVM
1 Kgs 19:19-21
Mt 5:33-37 (364) or, for the Optional Memorial of the Immaculate Heart, 1 Kgs 19:19-21 (364)
Lk 2:41-51 (573
The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor of the Church; BVM
1 Kgs 19:19-21
Mt 5:33-37 (364) or, for the Optional Memorial of the Immaculate Heart, 1 Kgs 19:19-21 (364)
Lk 2:41-51 (573
Sunday (6-14)
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ex 19:2-6a
Rom 5:6-11
Mt 9:36-10:8 (91) Pss III
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ex 19:2-6a
Rom 5:6-11
Mt 9:36-10:8 (91) Pss III
Monday (6-15)
Weekday
1 Kgs 21:1-16
Mt 5:38-42 (365)
Weekday
1 Kgs 21:1-16
Mt 5:38-42 (365)
Tuesday (6-16)
Weekday
1 Kgs 21:17-29
Mt 5:43-48 (366)
Weekday
1 Kgs 21:17-29
Mt 5:43-48 (366)
Wednesday (6-17)
Weekday
2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14
Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 (367)
Weekday
2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14
Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 (367)
Thursday (6-18)
Weekday
Sir 48:1-14
Mt 6:7-15 (368)
Weekday
Sir 48:1-14
Mt 6:7-15 (368)
Friday (6-19)
Saint Romuald, Abbot
2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20
Mt 6:19-23 (369)
Saint Romuald, Abbot
2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20
Mt 6:19-23 (369)
Saturday (6-20)
BVM
2 Chr 24:17-25
Mt 6:24-34 (370)
BVM
2 Chr 24:17-25
Mt 6:24-34 (370)
Sunday (6-21)
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 20:10-13
Rom 5:12-15
Mt 10:26-33 (94) Pss IV
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 20:10-13
Rom 5:12-15
Mt 10:26-33 (94) Pss IV
An Act of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus,
I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there
and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You.
Amen
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FR. PRATAP!!
Thursday, July 2nd
Adoration Schedule
St Francis Xavier Church Windom
First Sunday of each month
11:00-12:00
Sacred Heart Church Brewster
Second Sunday of each month
4:00-4:45
Mankato Area Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation
The next session is January 31st, at St. John Vianney, Fairmont, MN.
World Wide Marriage Encounter
The next session is November 22-23, 2025 at Alexandria, MN. Contact Miki Schultz at 507-227-8229 with questions.
Weekly Words from The Rock:
Eucharistic Symbols
Last week, we celebrated Corpus Christi – the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. The Eucharist is the source of our lives as Catholics. Throughout the Church’s history, it has used a variety of symbols to represent the Eucharist. The following is an overview of the most common.
Wheat. Wheat is a cereal grain with seeds that are ground into flour that is used as a main ingredient for bread. Jesus is the bread of life, the bread that came down from heaven. Sometimes wheat is represented by a single head of grain, or by a shock or sheaf of wheat, or a bunch of cut stalks bound together in a bundle.
A loaf of bread. Bread is the staple food of physical life, and eucharistic bread is the staple food of the spiritual life. When Jesus fed the crowd of 5,000, he used five loaves of bread. When he fed the crowd of 4,000, he used seven loaves of bread. At the Last Supper, he took a loaf of unleavened bread, said the blessing, broke it and, giving it to his disciples, said, “Take and eat; this is my body.”
A basket. A basket is a container for bread. When Jesus fed the 5,000, he began with a basket of five loaves, and afterward there were 12 baskets of leftover bread. Likewise, when Jesus fed the 4,000, he began with a basket of seven loaves, and afterward there were seven baskets of leftovers.
Fish. One, two, or more fish serve as a symbol for the Eucharist. When Jesus fed the 5,000 – a miracle that prefigured the Last Supper and the Eucharist – Jesus used two fish, and when Jesus fed the 4,000, he also used two fish. After Jesus rose from the dead, he appeared to the disciples, and to prove his real presence, he ate fish before them. When he appeared at the Sea of Galilee, there was a charcoal fire with both bread and fish that Jesus gave to his disciples to eat.
Loaves and fish. Loaves and fish – or “fishes” - were part of Jesus’ eucharistic miracles and the meal Jesus shared with his disciples after the resurrection.
A host. A host is a round piece of unleavened bread which is consecrated and becomes the body of Christ or the Blessed Sacrament. The term comes from the Latin word “hostia,” which means sacrifice, and Jesus sacrificed his body on the cross.
A cluster of grapes. Grapes are crushed into juice that is fermented into wine. Jesus used wine at the Last Supper, and he declared that it is his blood, the blood of the covenant, which would be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.
A cup or a chalice. Jesus used a cup for the wine at the Last Supper, and a chalice is used for the precious blood at Mass.
Droplets of blood. Jesus offered his blood at the Last Supper, shed his blood on the cross, and communicants receive his blood during holy Communion.
A ciborium. A ciborium is a sacred vessel used as a container for the hosts at Mass and to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in the tabernacle.
A monstrance. A monstrance is a large, ornate receptacle used to display the Blessed Sacrament for Benediction or eucharistic adoration.
A paten. A paten is a flat plate used for a single larger host or a number of smaller ones.
The altar. The altar is the table where the eucharistic sacrifice is offered.
A lamb. Jesus is the lamb of God, and as he offered his body at the first Eucharist, he offered his body on the cross.
(Article written by Father Michael Van Sloun, appeared in The Catholic Spirit, February 21, 2019, page 16B).
Electric Motors
Do you have any electric motors that are lying around, and you would like to be rid of? Even with the passing of my father, I would be happy to take any electric motors. You can leave them by the rectory garage in Slayton, or I can pick them up at any of the parishes. Thanks!
Peace be to you!
Father Peter Schuster
Father Peter Schuster
Vocation View: The harvest is good but laborers are scarce. Beg the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers to gather his harvest.
Matthew 9:36-10
There will be Confession available 1/2 hour before mass on Sundays.
Meetings: Pastoral and Finance Councils will meet on Wednesday, June 17th with Pastoral starting at 6 PM and Finance at 6:45 PM.
Office Closed: The office will be closed from June 26th through July 5th. Please call Father Schuster if there is an emergency.
Join Us on Wednesday, June 24th to say farewell to FATHER ANTONY after 9 AM Mass. We will gather in the basement with refreshments to wish him well and thank him for his time with our Parish.
All Youth Foresters will receive $15 in game tickets at BLUE HERON DAYS on Saturday, June 27th. Please find Ryan Haberman in the park after the parade to receive your tickets. Call Ryan at 507-822-0250 with any questions.
Do You Love To Sing? The Sacred Heart Choir is looking for new members to enhance the Mass with their beautiful voices. Please reach out if interested.
Faith Formation: Sacred Heart is seeking a teacher for the 7th/8th grade Faith Formation classes for the 2026/2027 school year. Please reach out to Judy Stenzel or Melanie in the office if interested or have questions.
Phone/Address Updates: Please let Melanie know if you have any updates to addresses or phone numbers that may be out of date in the system or directory. Thank you!
Recent Changes Have taken place with the Catholic Foundation (CMA). Checks should be made payable to : Diocese of Winona-Rochester. It is very helpful if donors include CMA– Heron Lake in the memo line. The CMA appeal, as always, remains a tremendous benefit for our parishes when goals are met and overage funds are returned.
As a church, we can help promote mental well-being. Our Churches can provide a safe space for people to discuss and obtain information about the importance of mental well-being and can share their thoughts and feelings. Would you like to participate in a New Catholic minis- try that follows the following core pillars: of education, accompaniment, and advocacy to walk with individuals to foster well-being and wellness and create a faith community free from the stigma and isolation often associated with the discussion of mental health and well-being. If you have questions or would like to participate in this new ministry please contact Maria Stumpf-Ahmed at Catholic Charities, mahmed@ccsomn.org or 507-905-8602.
The Light Is On For You: Reconciliation continues to be available. All are encouraged to continue coming to confession throughout the year; or return to the sacrament of reconciliation.
Don’t Miss The Joy The Lord Wants You To Have! The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the tri-parish, during adoration, on the 1st Sunday in Windom from 11-12 AM, also in Brewster on the 2nd Saturday from 4:00-4:45 PM and in Heron Lake before Mass on Sundays at 7:30 AM. Reconciliation is also before Mass on Saturdays at 4:30 PM in Brewster.
Weekday Mass Schedule: Regarding the weekday Mass schedule; funerals and vacations scheduled intermittently may affect weekday Masses and there may be cancellations. Please be patient as we learn of these schedule changes. We will update you as best we can via facebook, the church website, signs at the church, announcements or even the bulletin when able. Thank you for your understanding.
Remick Ridge Estates is looking for an individual or couple who would like to lead a weekly Bible Study for our residents. We are open to dates/times. Please call Brenda at 507-831-0745.
Mikkelsen Manor invites all seniors to join us Fridays at 2:00 pm for Bingo fun with our residents! Call Brenda with any questions, 507-831-0745.
The Catholic Ministries Appeal has started and offers a unique opportunity for you to give back to the God of Love, from whom all things are given. Grow closer to Christ by doing your part to build up the Kingdom of God in southern Minnesota. You can give online at: https:// catholicfsmn.org.
Peter’s Pence - June 28th
The Peter’s Pence Collection fulfills two aims set by the Holy See: “(1) To support the Holy Father’s mission among peoples and (2) To support numerous charitable works in aid of people and families in all difficulties
The cost of educating one seminarian averages $45,000 per year, totaling over $1 million annually. This financial burden can be a major obstacle for those discerning a priestly vocation.
That’s why I’m asking for your support. Your gift to the Seminarian Education Fund directly helps form future priests-men who will preach the Gospel, celebrate the sacraments, and shepherd our parishes for generations to come.
Let us not allow financial hardship to stand in the way of God’s work. With your generosity and God’s grace, we will continue to cultivate a rich harvest of vocations in southern Minnesota.
Thank you for your faith, your prayers, and our support.
Sincerely in Christ,
Most Rev. Robert Barron
Bishop of Winona-Rochester
Bishop of Winona-Rochester
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Facebook Page
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New Parishioners
We welcome you into God’s family! If you are interested in learning more about our church, or would like to join, please stop in the Parish Office.
Please notify the Parish Office of any change of address.
Marriage Preparation
Contact the priest 6 to 12 months in advance of the date of marriage to fill out the forms, to do FOCCUS Test and to attend Marriage Prep Mentoring sessions. Please contact your parish office, if interested.
Baptism Preparation
Contact the parish office a month in advance to fill out the form and to attend Baptism Mentoring Sessions.
Sacrament of Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation still available by appointment for each Parish.
Quinceanera Preparation
When booking a Quinceanera and needing a 1st Reconciliation and a 1st Holy Communion. There is a three month preparation time. Please schedule your Quinceanera 3 months in advance. Thank you. It is also required that the family is a member of the parish.