Being a gift bearer is a privilege that we should all consider. Please sign up to present the gifts on the Mass that you regularly attend. It does not have to be just for a special occasion!
You can sign-up to present the gifts at Mass in the white binder located in the Narthex. If you have questions, call Marian LaVelle at 501-209-2435
You can sign-up to present the gifts at Mass in the white binder located in the Narthex. If you have questions, call Marian LaVelle at 501-209-2435
The Lord is the strength of his people,
A saving refuge for the one he has anointed.
Save your people, Lord, and bless your heritage,
And govern them forever.
cf. Psalm 28 (27):8-9
A saving refuge for the one he has anointed.
Save your people, Lord, and bless your heritage,
And govern them forever.
cf. Psalm 28 (27):8-9
Six members of the Sacred Heart Cemetery Committee, including new member Sara Pilgrim, met Monday morning on June 17 and performed our annual cemetery water feature and five columbaria clean up along with some trimming. This is a labor of love in which our committee keeps the cemetery grounds and Columbaria a beautiful and comforting final resting place for families to visit deceased loved ones. Please consider our SHJ cemetery as your final resting place. Contact Gary Wolfer 501 204-1192 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Thank you for your generous support for last week's collection for the Church in Latin America. Your donations will be used to share the faith with our brothers and sisters in Latin America and the Caribbe-an, so they in turn can share the Good News in their communities. If you missed the collection, it's not too late to give. Visit www.usccb.org/latin-america and click on "How to Give." Every gift makes a difference.
After blessing our parish with 2 years of committed service as coordinator of our Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration ministry, Kathy Clark is stepping away from this position as of July 1. We are, therefore, looking for an adorer willing to step up and serve for at least 2 years. We currently have very capable people as division leaders for the 6 time periods of Adoration, so the coordinator is someone who will work with them and seek to enhance both the number of adorers and encouragement of current adorers to stay committed and grow in the Lord through their time spent weekly in the Chapel. This person will receive needed assistance from Fr. Bill in everything they do, so please call Fr. Bill 501 209-2502 if interested or if you have someone to recom-mend for this position. Some computer skills are required.
"Religion is pure and undefiled before God and the Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their affliction and to keep oneself unstained by the world." (James 1:27, NAB) A portion of your CASA gift goes to Catholic Charities here in Arkansas. Help reach your world with the love of Christ. Use the envelopes provided in the Narthex or in the pews.
Join instructor Linda Broome in the Lower Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am (more vigorous) or 11:30 am (balance & stretch) or Kate Wooten for mat yoga in the Upper Hall at 11:30 am all summer long. Beat the heat and feel better by establishing a regular exercise routine!
Dave & Cherry Schwulst, 30 years on June 25
Tony & Marilyn Cifelli, 58 years on June 25
Mike & Chris Frantz, 59 years on June 26
Gary & Sara Pilgrim, 33 years on June 29
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date
Tony & Marilyn Cifelli, 58 years on June 25
Mike & Chris Frantz, 59 years on June 26
Gary & Sara Pilgrim, 33 years on June 29
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date
Our Sociable Six will return for the months of July, August and September 2024. Three couples will be grouped together and then arrange among them-selves to share a simple brunch, lunch or dinner at alternate homes each month. Participants will enjoy getting to know their fellow parishioners in an informal setting. It is a great way for newcomers to get acquainted with members of our parish family. To sign up call Nancy or Howard Emery 815 861-0820 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please provide your name, address, phone number and email address. Final sign up for this session is June 27. You will receive a letter/email with the three couples in your group the first week of July.
In the month of June this year, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus falls on the "First Friday" (June 7) and the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on June 8. We will NOT celebrate Mass on June 1 at 9:00 am and instead do our regular First Saturday devotions to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Rosary following the feast day at 9:00 am Mass on June 8.
This is a new program. Improve your driving skills and be a safe driver. The program will take place Friday, June 21 from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm in the Upper Hall.
Sign up for this "one day course" in the A & E Hallway. On program day bring your driver's license and AARP card along with a CHECK payable to AARP for $20. Non AARP members should bring a check for $25. Contact Gene Widlowski at 501 922-4145 for more information.
Sign up for this "one day course" in the A & E Hallway. On program day bring your driver's license and AARP card along with a CHECK payable to AARP for $20. Non AARP members should bring a check for $25. Contact Gene Widlowski at 501 922-4145 for more information.
Our parish will celebrate its patronal feast firstly with Mass at 5:00 pm, Friday June 7 (no 9:00 am Mass that day) then with a dinner hosted by the Ladies of the Sacred Heart in the Lower Hall. Our Knights of Columbus will offer adult beverages for a cash donation. Iced tea and water will be available free of charge. The meal, catered by Corky's BBQ, is also free to parishioners. The menu includes pulled pork (some sausage and chicken) served on buns with coleslaw, baked beans potato salad and dessert. The entertainment will be provided by SHJ parishioner Steve Gunton. You may sign up in the Narthex by June 4 before noon or call the church office 501 922-2062 x10 by then and indicate your name and how many from your family will attend. There is limited seating so sign up as soon as you can!
The Seven Sisters Apostolate is a worldwide call to strengthen the Church by assuring that a Holy Hour is prayed for the sole intentions of priests and bishops. We need a few more women to commit to offering a Holy Hour on one distinct day per week from June 2025 through May 2025 for Fr. Bill. If you are interested in joining this apostolate, please contact Kateri Amrhein 302 841-2042 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Our Sociable Six will return for the months of July, August and September 2024. Three couples will be grouped together and then arrange among them-selves to share a simple brunch, lunch or dinner at alternate homes each month. Participants will enjoy getting to know their fellow parishioners in an informal setting. It is a great way for newcomers to get acquainted with members of our parish family. To sign up call Nancy or Howard Emery 815 861-0820 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please provide your name, address, phone number and email address. Final sign up for this session is June 27. You will receive a letter/email with the three couples in your group the first week of July.
The June 4 meeting will be in the Lower Hall with the praying of the Rosary starting at 5:00 pm. Our guest speakers Pietro & Jackie Tomassi will share some of their Prison Ministry experiences. In addition, there will be several presentations awarded to special guests. Our caterer, Home Plate, will serve pork chops, scalloped potatoes, broccoli and dessert. Cost is $15. Deadline for online signup is Friday, May 31 at 4:00 pm. If you do not register online contact Gary Wolfer 501 204-1192 no later than noon on Monday, June 3.
The following hours are available for you to meet with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and to hear the special Word he has just for you:
Sunday: 1 - 4 am (individual hour or 90 minutes; individuals or groups needed to share times)
Sunday: 3 pm
Friday: 11 am
Saturday: 1 am
Thank you to our wonderful subs who have been helping with Spring absences. If you would like to regularly adore or fill in as a sub contact Kathy Clark 203 816-7737
Sunday: 1 - 4 am (individual hour or 90 minutes; individuals or groups needed to share times)
Sunday: 3 pm
Friday: 11 am
Saturday: 1 am
Thank you to our wonderful subs who have been helping with Spring absences. If you would like to regularly adore or fill in as a sub contact Kathy Clark 203 816-7737