Daily Meditation He had to rise from the dead. (John 20:9) Alleluia! Christ is risen! And that changes everything. Today’s Gospel tells us that Jesus “had to rise from the dead” (John 20:9, emphasis added). But why? Wasn’t it enough that he became a man? Wasn’t it enough that he died for us? Actually, no. As St. Paul wrote, “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is vain; you are still in your sins” (1 Corinthians 15:17). By rising from the dead, Jesus proved beyond the shadow of a doubt that he has power over sin and death. Everything he said about himself is true. He is more than the victim of an unjust condemnation. He is more than an inspiring teacher or a philosopher or the founder of a new movement. He is more, even, than a healer and wonder-worker. He is the Son of God, the One whom death could not hold in its grasp (Romans 1:4). By rising, Jesus did more than just vindicate himself. He also opened the way into new life for each one of us. He overcame the sin that was keeping us separated from our Father in heaven! Because of that, we who believe in him and are baptized can now “live in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). Now we can hope in our own resurrection. We can experience power over sin and freedom from the fear of death that so often binds us up. We can count ourselves “dead to sin and living for God in Christ Jesus” (6:11). We now know, beyond a shadow of doubt, that love is stronger than death. It’s easy to understand why Jesus’ resurrection was always front and center when the apostles proclaimed the good news. You can see it in Peter’s sermon from today’s first reading. And you’ll see it throughout the Book of Acts this Easter season. The apostles’ preaching hinged on the resurrection of Jesus. Because the resurrection changes everything! “Jesus, risen Lord, I rejoice in you!” Easter Sunday Easter Octave - Year A 9 th April 2023 ___ LITURGY OF THE WORD 1st Reading: ACTS 10:34, 37-43 Responsorial Psalm: THIS DAY WAS MADE BY THE LORD; WE REJOICE AND ARE GLAD. 2 nd Reading: COLLOSIAN 3:1-4 Gospel: JOHN 20:1-9 ___ Next week’s reading 2 ND SUNDAY OF EASTER (Divine Mercy Sunday) Easter Octave - Year A 1 st Reading: ACTS 2:42-47 Respons. Psalm: PSALM 117:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 2 nd Reading: 1 PETER 1:3-9 Gospel: JOHN 20:19-31 ___ DAILY MASS & ADORATION SCHEDULE Daily Mass 6.00 AM (Monday - Saturday) Divine Mercy 3.00 PM (Friday) ___ WEEKEND MASSES & ADORATION SCHEDULE SATURDAYS Novena Devotion 5.00 PM Mass 6.00 PM (EN) SUNDAYS Mass 7:00 AM ( CHI) 9.00 AM (EN) 11.00 AM (BM) For more NOTICES & EVENTS , kindly refer to our E-Bulletin at www.shckk.org or www.facebook.com/shckk EASTER GREETINGS CHRIST IS RISEN, ALLELUIA! Greetings to all parishioners from Archbishop John Wong, Archbishop Emeritus John Lee, Rev. Paul Lo, Rev. Russell Lawrine, Rev. Terans Thadeus, Rev. Saimon Bin William, Friar Gerald T. Saimel, Pastoral Councillors, Parish Finance and Property Council & Parish Staff. May we experience the active person of the RISEN LORD. Happy Easter! NO INDIVIDUAL CONFESSION Date: 30 th March – 14 th April 2023 (Including Saturday, 4.30PM – 5.30PM) Individual Confession will resume on 17 th April 2023 (Monday) at the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. HOLY HOUR The Holy Hour will resume on 13 th April 2023 All parishioners are welcome. CHILDREN LITURGY OF THE WORD (ENGLISH) Kindly take note that the Children's Liturgy of the Word (English) will commence on the 16 th April 2023 . All children between the ages of 7-10 years old are encouraged to join the session. All sessions will be conducted during the Sunday morning mass only. DEVOTION ON FIRST WEEK OF THE MONTH DATE DEVOTION TO TIME & VENUE 12 Apr 23 (Wednesday) St. Joseph 7.30PM, SHC 14 Apr 23 (Friday) Sacred Heart of Jesus 7.30PM, SHC 15 Apr 23 (Saturday) Immaculate Heart of Mary 11.00AM, Chapel SHC PARISH OFFICE CLOSED Date: 10 th April 2023 (Monday) The office will resume operation on Tuesday, 11 th April 2023 (Tuesday) INFANT BAPTISM AT SHC (B. MALAYSIA) DATE TIME VENUE 16 APR 2023 (Sunday) 3.00 PM SHC (Limited to 50 PAX only) Registration will open on 27 th March - 11 th April 2023 (Registration closed at 3.00 PM on 11 th April 2023) during office hours. Parents and Godparents to attend the briefing on Thursday, 13 th April 2023 at 8.00 PM in Room F7 Attendance of parents & godparent are COMPULSORY (Registration will be cancelled if either one of the parents or the Godparent fails to attend the briefing.). PRE-MARRIAGE COURSE (ENGLISH) DATE TIME PLACE 3 May 2023 (Wednesday) 8.00PM-9.30PM SHPC, Room F2 4 May 2023 (Thursday) 8.00AM-5.00PM SHPC, Room F2 Fee: RM30.00 (per couple) Please register at the Parish Office during office hours. LiFE UNLIMITED Inviting single men and women aged 30-45 years old to join us for LiFE Unlimited from 29 th April to 1 st May 2023 . The programme will help singles in making their choices of their state of life. For more inquiries, please contact Esterynna 016-8060831. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Arrangement for a Church Wedding at Sacred Heart Cathedral should be made at least 4 MONTHS with the priest of this Parish. Documents requirement can be found at www.shckk.org/sacraments/marriage/ For Church Wedding at Church of Mary Immaculate, please contact the CMI Parish Office at 088-222345. FUNERAL MASS / SERVICE Parishioners, please take note of the following when making arrangements for a Funeral Mass or Funeral Service: 1. Refer to SJBF Office - for purchasing a tomb or burial ground. 2. Refer to SHC Parish Office - for Funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral or Funeral Service at Parlour. RAY HOLY SPIRIT CAMP 2023 (for teens aged 13-19) Dates: 29 th & 30 th April 2023 Place: Catholic Archdiocesan Centre, KK Fee (meals & camp materials): RM60 Closing Date: 12 April 2023 (or when spaces are full) Contact Lenice (010-9444143) or Esther (016-8052146) for enquiries. 3 RD COLLECTION FOR CHURCH OF ST. PAUL’S BUILDING FUND Total Amount: RM 20,000.75 Thank you for your generosity. SHC PARISH DONATIONS (1 st & 2 nd APRIL 2023) Black RM 24,402.35 Red RM 18,976.55