Sacred Heart Margaretville Catholic Church

Sacred Heart Margaretville Catholic Church Located in Margaretville & Andes (Delaware County), NY

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What a great turnout on our 2026 Sacred Heart Church Picnic !!!Thank you everyone for making it a wonderful day !!!
08/23/2026

What a great turnout on our 2026 Sacred Heart Church Picnic !!!
Thank you everyone for making it a wonderful day !!!

Please join us to discuss this satirical novel set in communist, atheist Moscow of the 1930's, in which the Devil pays t...
08/22/2026

Please join us to discuss this satirical novel set in communist, atheist Moscow of the 1930's, in which the Devil pays the capital city a visit and creates mischief. Send email to [email protected] for details, including location.

CHURCH PICNIC TOMORROW, SUNDAY, AUGUST 23RD!! RAIN OR SHINE (RAIN IS SCHEDULED TO LET UP BY NOON)Following 11AM (note t...
08/22/2026

CHURCH PICNIC TOMORROW, SUNDAY, AUGUST 23RD!!

RAIN OR SHINE (RAIN IS SCHEDULED TO LET UP BY NOON)

Following 11AM (note time!) mass in Margaretville
Pavilion, Pavilion Road Arkville NY 12506

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CHURCH PICNICSunday August 23rd Arkville PavilionPavilion Road Arkville NY 12506Rain or shineAfter 11 am MassFun-Food-G...
08/19/2026

CHURCH PICNIC
Sunday August 23rd
Arkville Pavilion
Pavilion Road Arkville NY 12506
Rain or shine
After 11 am Mass
Fun-Food-Games-Prizes

07/17/2026

THE LINEN THAT WRAPPED JESUS… AND THE CORPORAL ON THE ALTAR

When Jesus was taken down from the Cross…

-His Body was wrapped in linen cloths
-And laid in the tomb (John 19:40)

Today, at every Mass…

-A small white cloth is spread on the altar(It is called the corporal.)

There is a deep connection, one that most Catholics have never noticed.

1. THE LINEN OF THE TOMB, A BODY PREPARED FOR BURIAL

After His death:

Joseph of Arimathea took the Body
Nicodemus brought spices
They wrapped Him in clean linen
Not casually.
With reverence.

This linen touched The lifeless Body of Christ.

2. THE CORPORAL, A CLOTH FOR THE BODY OF CHRIST

At Mass:

The corporal is unfolded on the altar
The chalice and host are placed on it

Why?

Because it is the place prepared for:
The Body of Christ.
Not ordinary bread.

3. FROM TOMB TO ALTAR, THE SAME MYSTERY

Here is the connection:

In the tomb, Christ’s Body rests in linen
On the altar, Christ’s Body rests on the corporal

Different moments…
But the same Lord.

The altar is not just a table.

It is:
A tomb
A place of sacrifice
A place of presence
4. THE RESURRECTION DETAIL MOST PEOPLE MISS

When Peter entered the tomb:
“He saw the linen cloths lying there…” (John 20:6)

The Body was gone.
But the linen remained.

Why?
Because death could not hold Him.

Now at Mass:

The corporal remains…
But Christ becomes present again.

This is the mystery:
The One who left the linen…
returns sacramentally to the altar.

5. THE CORPORAL REMINDS US: THIS IS NOT SYMBOLIC

The Church is careful:
The corporal is treated with reverence
It catches even the smallest particle

Remember:

The linen of the tomb…
Held the Body of a crucified Christ.

The corporal on the altar…
Receives the Body of the risen Christ.

Different moments.

So next time you see the corporal opened at Mass…

Remember the tomb.
Because the same Jesus who was wrapped in linen…
Is now given to you as Bread of Life.

The altar quietly echoes the tomb
Peace

07/14/2026

SIX WAYS TO USE HOLY WATER IN YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE

1. Bless yourself
2. Bless your family
3. Bless your house
4. Bless your vehicle
5. Bless your work space
6. Bless the sick
--Simple prayer when using holy water:

"By this holy water and by Your Precious Blood, wash away all my sins, O Lord. Amen."

Holy water is a sacramental of the Catholic Church that reminds us of our Baptism and calls us to live in God's grace each day. Making the Sign of the Cross with holy water is a simple but meaningful act of faith, asking the Lord to cleanse our hearts, strengthen us against temptation, and renew our trust in His mercy. It can also be used reverently to bless our families, homes, vehicles, workplaces, and to pray for those who are sick, asking God to grant them His protection, peace, healing, and blessings according to His holy will. As we use holy water with faith and devotion, let it remind us to turn to Christ daily, whose Precious Blood alone brings forgiveness, salvation, and new life.

Peace

07/05/2026

- 𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗗𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗘, 𝗪𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗛𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗦?

Many Catholics wonder why the priest consumes both the Sacred Host and the Precious Blood at Mass, while the faithful often receive only the Sacred Host.

The answer lies in the Church's understanding of the Eucharist and the unique role of the priest during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

- 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗦 𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗦

• Jesus is wholly present in the Sacred Host.

• Jesus is wholly present in the Precious Blood.

• Whoever receives either the Host or the Chalice receives the whole Christ—His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

No grace is lacking when Holy Communion is received under one species.

- 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧

• During Mass, the priest acts in persona Christi—in the person of Christ.

• He offers the Eucharistic Sacrifice on behalf of the Church.

• His consumption of both species completes the sacrificial rite.

This is part of his unique liturgical role.

- 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘

• The bread and wine are consecrated separately.

• This sacramentally signifies the shedding of Christ's Blood on Calvary.

• The priest consumes both species as part of offering the Sacrifice.

The Mass makes present the one Sacrifice of Christ.

- 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗛𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗗

• Receiving only the Host does not mean receiving "less" of Jesus.

• The communicant receives the complete Christ.

• The fruits of Holy Communion are fully present.

The Church has always taught the doctrine of concomitance: where Christ's Body is, there also are His Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

- 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗨𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗛 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗦

• In some places, the faithful may receive from the Chalice as well.

• In other circumstances, Communion is distributed only under the form of bread.

• Both practices are fully valid and approved by the Church.

The essential reality remains the same: Christ is fully received.

- 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘R
Whether we receive under one species or both, we receive the same Lord Jesus Christ—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

Most Holy Eucharist, increase our faith, hope, and love.

Peace

06/15/2026

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝟭𝟴 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦

The Our Father is more than a prayer—it is the perfect prayer taught by Jesus Himself.

Here are eighteen elements found in the Lord's Prayer:

𝟭. 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 — "Our Father"
We acknowledge God as our loving Father and ourselves as His children.

𝟮. 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗚𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Who art in heaven"
We recognize God's majesty and transcendence.

𝟯. 𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Hallowed be Thy name"
We praise and honor God's holy name.

𝟰. 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Thy Kingdom come"
We long for the coming of God's Kingdom.

𝟱. 𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 — "Thy will be done"
We submit ourselves to God's will.

𝟲. 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 — "On earth as it is in heaven"
We pray that all creation may obey God.

𝟳. 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗬 — "Thy will be done"
We seek to align our lives with God's plan.

𝟴. 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Give us this day"
We humbly bring our needs before God.

𝟵. 𝗗𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 — "Daily bread"
We trust God for each day's provisions.

𝟭𝟬. 𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 — "Our daily bread"
We acknowledge our dependence on God.

𝟭𝟭. 𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 — "Forgive us our trespasses"
We admit our sins and seek God's pardon.

𝟭𝟮. 𝗢𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "As we forgive"
We accept our duty to forgive others.

𝟭𝟯. 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 — "Those who trespass against us"
We extend mercy as we have received mercy.

𝟭𝟰. 𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗬 — The spirit of reconciliation throughout the prayer
We imitate the mercy of God.

𝟭𝟱. 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 — "Lead us not into temptation"
We ask God to guide and strengthen us.

𝟭𝟲. 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Temptation"
We recognize the reality of spiritual testing.

𝟭𝟳. 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 — "Deliver us from evil"
We ask for protection and final perseverance.

𝟭𝟴. 𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗘𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 — The goal of the entire prayer
We seek to live as faithful children of God.

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗪𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡?

The Our Father teaches us:
- Who God is.
-Who we are.
-What we should desire.
-How we should live.
-What we should ask for.

Peace

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06/09/2026

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05/30/2026

May 31, 2026
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

Tomorrow, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity—the mystery of One God in Three Divine Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

As we gather in worship, may we deepen our faith in the God who created us, redeemed us, and continually sanctifies us. Let us reflect on the perfect communion of love within the Holy Trinity and strive to mirror that love in our families, communities, and daily lives.

Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.
Peace

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