Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
Pastoral CouncilWhat follows are descriptions of the various commissions within the parish.  Please consider your area of interest and contact Rebecca Huber if you wish to serve in some capacity.  Her email is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or her cell is 501-844-7656.

PARISH LIFE:  This commission has as its mission to live and nurture our faith through parish-wide social activities.  A Parish Life coordinator supports each of the 11 committees within the commission:  Ladies of the Sacred Heart, Knights of Columbus, Men's Club, Spades and Table Games, Singles, Bowling, Health and Wellness, Communications, Sociable Six, Newcomers, along with Hand and Foot.  The commission is also responsible for various meals in the parish hall.  The commission meeting is held on the first Wednesday evening of even months.

SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CHARITABLE OUTREACH:  This commission decides on the contributions to be made by the parish and monitors the various charitable organizations that receive those contributions.  The commission has several specific committees:  Helping Hands, the Rosary Makers, Shawl Ministry, Respect Life and Family Assistance.  The commission meets on the fourth Friday of odd months after morning Mass.

LITURGY COMMISSION:  This commission oversees all the people and activities surrounding the liturgy.  The various ministries include:  extraordinary ministers for both the Mass and for the home-bound; music ministry, lectors, sacristans, servers and ushers.  The commission meets on the second Friday of even months after morning Mass.

EDUCATION COMMISSION:  This commission focuses on coordination, development, promotion and evaluation of parish-related education and formation programs.  The specific committees within this commission are:  adult education, perpetual adoration, religious eduation for youth, and the library.  The commission meets on the first Thursday of even months after morning Mass.