Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
To the Sacred Heart parishioners, LOSH members, the Knight's wives and the Knights, on behalf of the Knights of Columbus we would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all donors who participate in our Blood Drive. Its success depends on all of you! Because of your donations approximately 9000 lives have been impacted over the past 11 years. New donors welcome!!
Thank you for your generosity toward last week's collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC connects millions with Christ. If you missed the collection you may choose to visit www.usccb.org/ccc to donate.
Arkansas Catholic is hosting an 11 day pilgrimage to Rome for the Holy Year September 17-27, 2025 with Fr. Mauricio Carrasco. Pilgrims worldwide will be in Rome for the Jubilee Year to walk through the Holy Doors and receive a plenary indulgence. Experience Rome, Florence, Milan Turin and Siena with expert Catholic guides. The land portion costs $4,448.00 per person which includes 9 nights' accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily, deluxe motor transport, your tour escort and entrance fees to scheduled sites. A $600 deposit is due at registration with a $100 discount offered to those who register by August 15, 2024. An informational meeting will be held Sunday, June 9 at 3:00 pm at St. John Center in Little Rock. RSVP https://bit.ly/Italypilgrimage2025. For more information contact Kathy Primm 501 771-0987 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Our Knights of Columbus Council 10208 proudly accepted several prestigious awards during the recent Arkansas State Convention. The most significant honor was being named Large Council of the year for the state of Arkansas. Additionally, we received the Helping People with Special Needs (HPSN) Award, Life Category Award, Faith Category Award and the Third Quarter Faith in Action Award. We are also thrilled to announce that Murray Claassen was named District Deputy of the Year and will also be serving as the new State Delegate. Furthermore, our Grand Knight Gary Wolfer, received two Awards of Appreciation recognizing his dedicated service and leadership.

None of these accolades would have been achieved without the selfless contributions and efforts of our dedicated members!
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.
There are a number of offerings on www.FORMED.org to enrich your understanding of Trinity Sunday. Use the search function at the top of the page to find them for both adults and youth. Don't miss Dr. Tim Gray's short discussion on the readings of Holy Trinity Sunday. In his discussion, he highlights the key actions of God: first his love and second his giving. He reminds us that love is an action, not a feeling, and that love is expressed in giving. Finish with listening to "Holy, Holy, Holy" the Christian hymn that was written to use on Trinity Sunday. All of these can be found with your free parish subscription at www.FORMED.org.
If you are a new parishioner as of January 2024 and would like your relevant information (no photos) included on our APP please contact the church office at 501 922-2062 x10 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Our Helping Hands ministry, led by Cathy Wedwick 501 915-8456 and Pat Widlowski 501 922-1395, provides many areas of assistance to those without necessary day to day resources. Rides to appointments, shopping assistance and wellness checks are just a few of their services. Please contact this ministry if these (or other concerns) apply to you.
You're invited to join the Stretch and Balance Class led by Linda Broome every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 - 12:30 pm in the lower hall. No matter your fitness level, this class is sure to help stretch out and strengthen muscles through a routine that is safe and done at your own pace. Regardless if you prefer to stay seated or stand, the routine will surely help with your flexibility and balance. Come stretch your way to better health!!!
Parishioners that had their photos taken for our new parish directory should have received via email directions (with a specific family identifier) on how to download the directory APP onto your phone or desktop computer. If you prefer to not have your picture on the APP contact me at 302 841-2042 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and I will remove it from the posting. With updates to either your address or phone number, contact the church office 501 922-2062 x10.
The Singles luncheon on Tuesday, May 22 at Charlies Pizza will begin at 11:30 am.
O breathe on me, O Breath of God, Fill me with life anew, That I may love the things you love and do what you would do.
O breathe on me, O Breath of God, Until my heart is pure; Until my will is one with yours, To do and to endure.
O breathe on me, O Breath of God, My will to yours incline, Until this selfish part of me Glows with your fire divine.
O breath on me, O Breath of God, So I shall never die, But live with you the perfect life For all eternity.
ALL Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration hour are "unfilled?!?"

Every hour of every day in every place belongs to the Lord. While I may look forward to 'my' hour with the Lord, but I must remind myself it is HIS hour to do with us as He will.

Surely, his preference would be for the chapel to be filled with as many adorers who are called to return that hour to Him in adoration. He can, and He will, still speak an intimate word just for you...

If there is an hour I which you would like to adore, COME fill it for more Jesus! He is waiting for you. Contact Kathy Clark 203 816-7737 to enroll.
The family of Elaine MacDonald would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to friends and the parishioners of Sacred Heart for their kind words and support of our mother, especially to the Ladies of Sacred Heart guilds, the P.E.O International and Father Bill Elser for their outpouring of support and assistance. The church has been a blessing during this difficult time and we will always remember the expressions of love and support.
Dr. Ben Akers, who oversees www.FORMED.org at the Augustine Institute, a Catholic graduate of Theology, has several programs that SHJ parishioners may find informative to watch for Pentecost Sunday. The format of his videos usually includes a knowledgeable guest who along with Dr. Tim Gray helps us live, share and understand our Catholic faith. Two of these programs, each lasting approximately 30 minutes, are "The Holy Spirit in Light of Pentecost" with Dr. Ben Akers and "Discernment and the Holy Spirit" with Dr. Scott Heffinger. It is not too late to obtain your free parish subscription. Go to www.FORMED.org to sign up now.
 Rick & Chris Cash, 46 years on May 27

 Bill & Marilyn Janser, 58 years on May 28

 Joe & Barb Patrico, 36 years on May 28

 Ken & Judy Gordon, 59 years on May 29

 Steve & Anita Gunton, 38 years on May 31

* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date