HAPPY BIRTHDAY FR. PRATAP!!
Thursday, July 2nd

Weekly Words from The Rock:

The tenth chapter of John’s gospel is entitled “The Good Shepherd.” Let us begin with the word “good”. We consider many things “good”:

To Jesus, we attach many titles:

And these are only a few.

John’s gospel speaks of Jesus as a shepherd. I have never raised sheep yet am familiar with hogs. What characteristics define someone who raises animals?

As the shepherd, Jesus cares for his sheep. All the characteristics noted above define Jesus. However, there is one attribute of Jesus which moves him above and beyond. It is his willingness to seek out the lost. Jesus is willing to leave sheep behind, to walk over deserts, mountains, and hills in search of the lost. We get the picture this could be a journey of several miles and days. And when he finds the lost sheep, he isn’t abrasive. His words are soft, kind, gentle. Taking the sheep, he places the sheep on his shoulders and walks the long journey back to the fold.

Is there a chance that while away, another sheep may have wandered from the flock? Yes! How does Jesus respond? The journey for the lost sheep begins anew.

The story helps us understand how much we mean to Jesus Christ. The bounds in his search for us are limitless. May we follow the voice of the Good Shepherd for his promise is life.

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

Vocation View: Traditionally on Good Shepherd Sunday we celebrate World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Today of all days, pray for an increase in vocations to priesthood, the diaconate, and religious life. Invite someone you know to consider a life of leadership in the church.

John 10:1-10

There will be Confession available 1/2 hour before mass on Sundays.

Baccalaureate will take place on May 17th with coffee and rolls to follow.

The April Couriers are available at the entrance of the church. Please pick yours up. Thank you.

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.

Our annual Catholic Charities Appeal is held each Mother’s Day Weekend—a time recognized by the Diocese as an opportunity to reflect on the connection between the Blessed Mother and the early work of Catholic Charities, including orphanage and adoption services.

Inspired by the Blessed Mother Mary’s loving “yes” to her unborn child, Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota continues a mission rooted in compassion and care.

More than 75 years later, our mission has grown to serve not only the unborn, but also expectant mothers, individuals, and families - offering support, refuge, stability, and hope through shelter, rent and utility assistance, diapers, essential care, and much more for our local communities.

Please consider supporting our mission this Mother’s Day Weekend, May 9th
and 10th. Learn more at www.ccsomn.org

Heavenly Father, Giver of all good things, Your Son told us to beg You to send workers into Your rich harvest, and so we have the confidence to ask You to raise up an abundance of priests in the Diocese of Winona-Rochester. Send us good and holy men to respond to your call to lay down their lives in service to Your people. We know that the Church comes from priests. Therefore, Gracious God, send us priests to build up Your church, through Jesus who is High Priest and Lord forever and ever.

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 will begin soon 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 may also give online at: https://catholicfsmn.org

Please like and share our Facebook page. The page is intended to connect current parish members and members that have moved with the activities of Sacred Heart Heron Lake.

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.

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.

Contact the parish office a month in advance to fill out the form and to attend Baptism Mentoring Sessions.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation still available by appointment for each Parish.

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.