We have all heard the term "the calm before the storm" used in a variety of circumstances. I find myself, in fact, thinking in such a way in regards to the atmosphere around Sacred Heart right now (or at least as I write this column). It has been fairly calm, relatively speaking, during the summertime, as far as parish activities (except, of course, funerals of some dear people), but very soon things will pick up with the Men's Club and the Ladies of the Sacred Heart resuming their meetings and charitable activities along with our Knights of Columbus (which kept meeting this summer). I pray that more of you men and women will consider participating in one of these group activities and fundraisers (according to gender of course), and that all of you will try to support the fundraisers of these groups as you can.
We will also resume our adult education offerings, including a six-week study on "Divine Mercy" starting in October and, as always, we want to offer formation in the Catholic faith for those who might be interested in becoming Catholic. PLEASE let me know of anyone you have come across who has shown any interest in the Catholic faith. I will be gentle in encouraging them in this direction to see what we can do for them, depending on their background and interest. I can be contacted always through my cell phone at 501-209-2502 or by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
While I am covering upcoming activities and events, I want to announce that Rose Harrigan of our parish has been given the responsibility of coordinating our religious eduation classes and activities for our children and youth. I'm confident she will do a good job, as I thank Terry Poldrack for the fine job she did in this position for the last two years.
I hope you join me in having a positive outlook as we come toward the Fall time of the year and move toward the upcoming seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter. The possibilities for growth in our relationship with the Lord and others is great and obviously, the more we get involved the better. Please also consider joing the many parishioners who are spending at least one hour each week with the Lord in Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. You might be pleasantly surprised at the peace and direction from the Lord that it brings. Call Mike Kerwin at 922-1531 to find out how you can participate as a regular adorer or a substitute.
We will also resume our adult education offerings, including a six-week study on "Divine Mercy" starting in October and, as always, we want to offer formation in the Catholic faith for those who might be interested in becoming Catholic. PLEASE let me know of anyone you have come across who has shown any interest in the Catholic faith. I will be gentle in encouraging them in this direction to see what we can do for them, depending on their background and interest. I can be contacted always through my cell phone at 501-209-2502 or by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
While I am covering upcoming activities and events, I want to announce that Rose Harrigan of our parish has been given the responsibility of coordinating our religious eduation classes and activities for our children and youth. I'm confident she will do a good job, as I thank Terry Poldrack for the fine job she did in this position for the last two years.
I hope you join me in having a positive outlook as we come toward the Fall time of the year and move toward the upcoming seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter. The possibilities for growth in our relationship with the Lord and others is great and obviously, the more we get involved the better. Please also consider joing the many parishioners who are spending at least one hour each week with the Lord in Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. You might be pleasantly surprised at the peace and direction from the Lord that it brings. Call Mike Kerwin at 922-1531 to find out how you can participate as a regular adorer or a substitute.