"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
The Feast of Corpus Christi was originated on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday. Today in the United States in order to make it easier for Catholics to attend Mass it is celebrated this Sunday. Join Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Ben Akers for thirty minutes on FORMED for a conversation on the Feast of Corpus Christi and enrich your understanding of the feast. Sign up for your free parish subscription on www.FORMED.org.
We are in need of new singers and-/or musicians to join us. Keyboard players or guitarists are most welcome. As a singer, it is not essential that you are able to read music. We have and will provide YouTube versions of all our songs. Your commitment time is minimal and the rewards are many. Please contact Diane Patterson 501 922-6965 or Bill Lamoureux 914 643-6094. See you Saturday!
Bob & Mary Ann Farner, 57 years on June 3
Steve & Ann Picou, 58 years on June 4
Wayne & Charmaine Gahr, 58 years on June 4
Peter & Janet Freidel, 26 years on June 6
Mark & Janet Lindsey, 37 years on June 9
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date
Steve & Ann Picou, 58 years on June 4
Wayne & Charmaine Gahr, 58 years on June 4
Peter & Janet Freidel, 26 years on June 6
Mark & Janet Lindsey, 37 years on June 9
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date
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 (NEW TIME). 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.
The Knights of Columbus would like to invite parishioners to a free will offering breakfast after both Masses Sunday, June 9. Come and enjoy scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, biscuits with gravy, sausage, coffee and juice. All proceeds are used to help fund Knight charitable activities throughout the year. Your support is greatly appreciated.