For over 500 years both religious and lay persons have prayed the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. As you mirror his prayerful journey following the life, teaching, death and resurrection of Jesus, you will encounter a loving God. This is being offered at St. John the Baptist in Hot Springs beginning at the end of September. If interested and would like more infor-mation (fees, dates, process) contact Deb Troxel (SHJ parishioner and trained spiritual director) at 515 314-6955 or dvglrn@yahoo.com or Alice Nahas (coordinator and certified spiritual director) at 479 651-1616 or anahas@me.com. Payment options and scholarships are available.
Dan and Ruth Shaw, 46 years on Aug. 19th
John and Reta Osmond, 63 years on Aug. 19th
Alan and Iliana Barnes, 47 years on Aug. 20th
Bryan and Linda Durrett, 47 years on Aug. 20th
Mike and Vivian Botkin, 59 years on Aug. 21st
Ken and Cathy Raney, 38 years on Aug. 23rd
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John and Reta Osmond, 63 years on Aug. 19th
Alan and Iliana Barnes, 47 years on Aug. 20th
Bryan and Linda Durrett, 47 years on Aug. 20th
Mike and Vivian Botkin, 59 years on Aug. 21st
Ken and Cathy Raney, 38 years on Aug. 23rd
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Harvey's Chapel Baptist Church Closet in Mountain Pine needs donations of clothing, linens, small appli-ances, kitchen utensils and small household items to distribute at no charge to the needy within their community. Please use bags and boxes (not too large) and in good shape for the elderly handlers and place them in the closet to the left of the church's main entrance for pick up and delivery. For large donations, please call 501 472-5113 with questions or to arrange a pick up. Your ongoing generosity is greatly appreciated! Linda & Tom Luyet.
The Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, a day in which all Catholics are obliged to participate in the
celebration of Mass, is this Thursday, August 15. Masses for the Solemnity will be on Wednesday,
August 14 at 5:00 pm and on August 15 at 9:00 am.
celebration of Mass, is this Thursday, August 15. Masses for the Solemnity will be on Wednesday,
August 14 at 5:00 pm and on August 15 at 9:00 am.
Looking for something inspiring to fill a rainy after-noon? Formed offers the acclaimed movie, "St. Peter" featuring Omar Sharif to those signed up. Besides the website, they have also made it available on several streaming platforms. With an adult audience in mind, it tells the story of Peter spreading the message of the Gosel and the obstacles Christian-ity encountered. Not yet signed up at Formed? Go to www.FORMED.org and sign up for our free parish sponsored subscription.
The Knights of Columbus has created a six episode video series you can access on our free parish subscription to Formed. It explores God's incredible design for marriage and the family and is titled "Into the Breach - the Mission of the Family." It consists of six individual episodes and a participant guide that you can down-load. This series addresses marriage and family life in the modern world. Go to www.FORMED.org if you haven't yet registered.
During the 2023-24 school year, tutors conducted an incredible 1,961 sessions in literacy and math for students at Mountain Pine Elementary School. The impact was amazing! Those interested in tutoring, along with current tutors, are invited to attend an organizational meeting in Classrooms A & B on August 12. Literacy will be discussed from 10:00-11:00 am, followed by math from 11:00am-12:00pm. Tutoring resumes September 3. With questions contact Patty Doublin at pattydoub@gmail.com.
"We, ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop."
St. Teresa of Calcutta
"We, ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop."
St. Teresa of Calcutta
Our Singles Ministry recently enjoyed a meal at Red Oak Filling Station. Thank you, Deacon BJ, for the
recommendation.
recommendation.
Join us in celebrating the life and contributions of Fr. Michael McGivney, the founder of the Knights of Columbus, known for his dedication to helping those in need, particularly widows and orphans. A Mass in his honor will be held on Tuesday, August 13 at 9:00 am followed by a reception in the Upper Hall. Come and enjoy pastries, fruit, coffee and juice as we commemorate this special occasion.
The Eucharistic Revival movement has been an act of faith from the beginning:
• Faith that Jesus desires to reveal himself
more deeply in the Eucharist
• Faith that he has the power to heal, restore and
unify his people
• Faith that when the Lord extends an invitaon,
he will fulfill his promise
• Faith that when we prepare nder, he will set it
ablaze with his love
• Faith that when we gather in his name, he will
show up
• Faith that Jesus desires to reveal himself
more deeply in the Eucharist
• Faith that he has the power to heal, restore and
unify his people
• Faith that when the Lord extends an invitaon,
he will fulfill his promise
• Faith that when we prepare nder, he will set it
ablaze with his love
• Faith that when we gather in his name, he will
show up
With the Feast of the Assumpon of the Blessed Virgin Mary coming this week on Thursday, the five
part series "A Bible Study on the Glorious Mysteries" would be a good choice of study on your Formed
subscription. Dr. Ben Akers and professors from the Augustine Institute Graduate School will increase
your understanding and devotion to the glorious mysteries of the Rosary with a walk through these
biblical mysteries. Haven't yet registered for your free subscription? Go to www.FORMED.org and sign up.
part series "A Bible Study on the Glorious Mysteries" would be a good choice of study on your Formed
subscription. Dr. Ben Akers and professors from the Augustine Institute Graduate School will increase
your understanding and devotion to the glorious mysteries of the Rosary with a walk through these
biblical mysteries. Haven't yet registered for your free subscription? Go to www.FORMED.org and sign up.
♥ Drinnon & Mary Hand, 34 years on Aug, 4
♥ Jim & Vinnie Calvey, 45 years on Aug. 4
♥ Mark & Roxanne Ryan, 48 years on Aug. 7
♥ Michael & Jacquelyn Urbanski, 32 years on Aug. 8
♥ Ted & Elaine Pucke, 43 years on Aug. 8
♥ William & Diane Paerson, 66 years on Aug. 8
♥ Howard & Nancy Emery, 49 years on Aug. 9
♥ Jim & Patricia Goodson, 50 years on Aug. 9
♥ Lee & Jane Blankenstein, 44 years on Aug. 9
♥ Dave & Deb Sprecher, 50 years on Aug. 10
♥ Steve & Mary Moothart, 45 years on Aug. 10
♥ Larry & Candy Helton, 41 years on Aug. 13
♥ Marvin & Lucy Young, 59 years on Aug. 14
♥ Gary and Doris Christoff, 60 years on Aug. 15
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary
date
♥ Jim & Vinnie Calvey, 45 years on Aug. 4
♥ Mark & Roxanne Ryan, 48 years on Aug. 7
♥ Michael & Jacquelyn Urbanski, 32 years on Aug. 8
♥ Ted & Elaine Pucke, 43 years on Aug. 8
♥ William & Diane Paerson, 66 years on Aug. 8
♥ Howard & Nancy Emery, 49 years on Aug. 9
♥ Jim & Patricia Goodson, 50 years on Aug. 9
♥ Lee & Jane Blankenstein, 44 years on Aug. 9
♥ Dave & Deb Sprecher, 50 years on Aug. 10
♥ Steve & Mary Moothart, 45 years on Aug. 10
♥ Larry & Candy Helton, 41 years on Aug. 13
♥ Marvin & Lucy Young, 59 years on Aug. 14
♥ Gary and Doris Christoff, 60 years on Aug. 15
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary
date
We once again invite you to donate $20.00 to help Trinity Catholic School in Fort Smith and in doing so be eligible to win money throughout the pro foot-ball season. Every week of the season (18 weeks) you have a chance to be one of eight winners as a total of $1,150.00 will be given out weekly. On a card that will be sent to you via mail, there will be three randomly selected teams for each Sunday for you to follow. If the accumulation of points of your three teams is one of the highest or lowest of all the cards that are in play, you will win varied amounts ($25 - $500). You will be contacted if you are a winner.
More information and an order form can be obtained in the Narthex or at the church office. The season starts on September 5 so don't wait too long to send in your application and $20 check or credit card information. Good luck!!
More information and an order form can be obtained in the Narthex or at the church office. The season starts on September 5 so don't wait too long to send in your application and $20 check or credit card information. Good luck!!
Please mark your calendars for Monday, October 7 at 1:00 pm. This annual fund-raiser takes place at Rebsamen Golf Course in Little Rock. Cost for Sacred Heart parishioners is $75 per golfer. If golf is not your game, consider being a $150 sponsor for a priest to play or a hole sponsor for $500. Register your team or make a donation/sponsorship pledge online at bit.ly/cca-golf. Contact Megan Moore 501 664-0340 x379 or mmoore@dolr.org for additional information.
Project Rachel, a ministry of the Respect Life Office-Dioceses of Little Rock, is hosting two upcoming retreats. These one day retreats offer a safe, confi-dential nonjudgemental space for anyone who has been affected by abortion to begin or continue their journey to hope and healing. Pre-registration is required. Call or text 501 663-0996 or email projectrachel@dolr.org. All inquiries are confidential.
The Caregiver Support Group meets once a month on the second Wednesday of each month in Classroom D from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. A light lunch is provided. You are welcome to attend even if you do not have the care receiver living in your home. We also have trained men and women from our parish who will come to your home in order for you to attend the meeting. Call Evelyn 501 204-4134 or Maureen 228 342-0491 for information.