Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
pull tabThanks to everyone who donates 'Pull Tabs' as we continue to collect them for Ronald McDonald House of Charity.

Any soda or beer cans, pet food cans, vegetable, fruit and soup cans all may have the 'pull tabs.'  There is a box in the cabinets by the A & E Hallway for you to place your tabs in anytime.  This effort is sponsored by the Ladies of the Sacred Heart, and we appreciate your support.

Thanks Again!

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New MembersA Welcome Dinner for those who joined our parish in 2018 will be held Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 6:15 p.m. in the Upper Hall.  Leaders of the various Parish Commissions have also been invited.  Please come and meet fellow parishioners and learn more about our parish.  Please respond to either Art or Marna Morissette at 501-915-8021 by August 18.  We look forward to meeting you!
Donuts and CoffeePlease join us this Sunday, August 19 after both morning Masses for our Donut Social in the Lower Hall.  Call Jen Rivera at 254-291-3899 with questions.
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Walter and Judy Free
Congratulations to Walter and Judy Free for being selected the Arkansas Knights of Columbus Family of the Year.

Walter and Judy will attend the National Knights of Columbus Convention in Baltimore, Maryland August 7-9.  Please join the Knights and thank Walter and Judy for their continued support of our parish.
formed logo semiboldThe homepage for FORMED.org includes a section on summer reading.  Some of the books that can be downloaded to your computer, e-reader, or smart phone are classics in British or American literature.  These novels present human experiences and problems that illustrate how and why Christian moral values should be the guideposts for a life well lived.  Selections include Mark Twain's Joan of Arc, Jane Asten's Pride and Prejudice, and Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities.

If you have registered as a FORMED user, you can find links to these novels on the homepage in the section on Summer Reading.  If you haven't registered yet, just type FORMED.org into your browser, enter the parish's code, CNT7WK, on the FORMED homepage, and create a password for your continued use of the website.
Farmers Market3Tom and Jamie Henry, farmers from Guy, Arkansas and their helpers will be here every Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  They will be in the lower parking lot, under the trees, with all kinds of fresh home-grown fruits and vegetables, including their own Arkansas peaches, tomatoes, squash, corn and cantaloupe.  Come and enjoy the best of the growing season in Arkansas!
Bowling FriendsThe Sacred Heart Bowling League for the new season will begin on Thursday, September 13!  We bowl each Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at the Fiesta Bowl.  Sign-up sheets for both regular and substitute bowlers are in the narthex.  Any questions, call Bob or Ann Bowman at 922-6619.
Prayer WarriorsWe all need a prayer warrior in times of crisis - a critical or dangerous situation that needs serious attention, including emergencies, surgery, imminent death or the loss of a loved one.  Our Parish Prayer warriors are ready to help.  Some ninety prayer warriors in our Sacred Heart Parish are prepared to offer intercessory prayers to God for you and your loved ones at these and other critical times.  All you need to is call someone listed below to get these prayers started.


Sharon Board 922-6995
Martha Dixon 922-2811
Jim Goodson 226-5312
Jim McDade 915-0730
Martha Rogers 580-1750
Chris Stein 226-5105


If you are interested in becoming a member of our Parish Prayer Warriors, call any of the members listed above.
I Can Only ImagineOur August movie is I Can Only Imagine.  This is a true story behind Bart Milard of the group MercyMe, who turned to music to escape a troubled home life.

Movie Night is Thursday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m.  Popcorn and soda will be available.  Invite your friends and neighbors to our free movie as they won't want to miss this inspirational movie!
Spiritual DirectionPaula Doyle, a certified spiritual director since 2001 and Sacred Heart parishioner, is again offering to accompany you on your spiritual journey, now in a private practice from her home.  There is no charge for the first visit, and subsequent sessions are subject to a nominal fee.  If you are interested or have questions, please call Paula at 922-5771 or transmit to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
St. Ignatius LoyolaJuly 31 is the feast day of St. Ignatius Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus and one of the most important figures of the Catholic Reformation.  FORMED.org in its online library offers two audio programs that serve as introductions to the life and spirituality of St. Ignatius.  In "Heroes of the Cathoic Reformation," Dr. Tim Gray looks at the lives and influence of St. Ignatius and St. Teresa of Avila, among others.  In Episodes 1 and 2 of "Discernment of Spirits," Fr. Timothy Gallagher introduces his listeners to the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius as a means to achieve a deepening of faith.  The exercises themselves are available in an ebook under the title The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola.


If you have registered as a FORMED user, you can access these resources in the search bar on the homepage by entering the appropriate title.  If you haven't registered yet, just type FORMED.org into your browser, enter the parish's code - CNT7WK - on the FORMED homepage, and create a password for your continued use of the website.
Spaghetti DinnerPlease come to a Spaghetti Dinner served family-style after the Saturday evening Mass on August 11.  For only $9.00 per person, you can enjoy a menu of salad, Pasta with marinara Sauce, garlic bread, condiments, dessert and coffee.  A donation Refreshment Center will also be available with wine, beer, soda and other drinks.  So, meet us with your friends at 6:00 p.m. for a great dinner and enjoy the camaraderie of parishioners.  Sign-up is required for planning, and profits go entirely to charity.
JewelryAs you know, the biennial Treasure Sale is coming up in September.  Please go through your jewelry boxes and see what you can live without.  We are collecting jewelry early so it can be carded, priced, etc.  We also need small boxes, bags and jewelry boxes.  Call Claudia Keearns at 922-3832 or Mary Anne Honzik at 922-2702.  We will make arrangements to get these items from you.  We appreciate your help!
Get Rid of StuffNo, not money - household treasures!  Do you have something tucked away that is nice, useful but unused, or something that simply is no longer needed?  Please donate these "treasures" to the 2018 Sacred Heart Treasure Sale.  We will be collecting items in the lower hall of the church on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, September 17, 18 & 19) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and on Thursday, September 20, from 9:00 to noon.

We cannot accept:  large appliances, bedding, pillows or mattresses, Christmas trees or stands, clothing, shoes, purses, computers or computer equipment.  tube-type TVs, hide-a-beds, luggage, rehabilitation equipment, treadmills and other exercise equipment, golf equipment, single glasses, single mugs, single coffee cups and the like - sets only, books, VHS tapes, LP records.

Volunteers needed!  Please give us a hand.  Sign-up sheets located in the hallway between the narthex and A & E building.  Call Frank Cox with questions.
food basketBecause of the generousity of Sacred Heart parishioners, the Food Basket Committee have enough funds for approximately 25 summer food baskets.

These baskets will be delivered to families with children who are home for the summer break and therefore - not getting breakfast or lunch at school.  If you can help with a donation of money or time, contact Ed Keearns at 922-3832.  Baskets will be delivered between July 16 - 26, 2018.