The next Arkansas Blood Institute Blood Drive supported by the K of C and hosted by Village United Methodist Church, 200 Carmona Rd., is 8:00 am -2:00 pm Tuesday, November 5, 2024. There is an urgent need for blood at this time. Previous donors with emails have been sent an email reminder. New donors may contact Debbie at 913 209-8571. Thank you in advance for your "gift of life."
The Knights of Columbus are hosting our annual dinner for the widows of past Knights on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The event will begin with Mass at 4:00 pm. Our Assembly Color Corps will help to honor SHJ Knights who have passed. Following Mass, the Council will have a meal catered by Chef Johnna. The menu is: green salad, rolls and butter, Rosemary apple cider glazed pork tenderloin, apple and pecan wild rice stuffing, buttered carrots and streusel pumpkin spice cake for dessert. Invitations to wid-ows have been sent, but if we missed anyone please call Mark Leslie 501 226-0074 ASAP.
The Solemnity of All Saints is Friday, November 1 and is a holyday that obliges Catholics to participate in Mass. Our Masses will be Thursday, October 31 at 5:00 pm and Friday, November 1 at 9:00 am. Come and celebrate all the saints who are in heaven interceding for us in our pilgrim journey to heaven.
It's almost time to "Fall Behind". Remember to set back your clocks one hour Saturday evening, November 2. Beginning the week-end of November 2/3, the 5:00 pm Masses on Saturday and Wednesday will change to 4:00 pm.
Almighty ever-living God, who in the abundance of your kindness surpass the merits and the desires of those who entreat you, pour out your mercy upon us to pardon what conscience dreads and to give what prayer does not dare to ask. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son who lives and reigns with You I the unity of the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever.
Amen
Amen
Mass for All Souls is Saturday, November 2 at 9:00 am preceded at 8:30 am by First Saturday devotions and the Rosary. Following Mass we will gather at our Sacred Heart Columbarium Garden (around 9:45 am) for prayers for our deceased parishioners. Similar prayers will be offered at CedarVale Cemetery at 10:30 am the same day.
This weekend is it! This is the special second collection for our Food Basket Ministry. Please indicate "Food Basket" on your check or use your envelope. Volunteers are still needed for Thanksgiving and Christmas deliveries. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to volunteer or with any questions you may have. Thank you for your time and generous donations.
You are invited to bring framed pictures of deceased loved ones to the church. You may either drop them off at the office or place them on the des-ignated table in the Narthex. They will be relocated to a special table in front of the church for All Souls Day where they will remain during the month of November. Please put your name and phone number SECURELY on the back of the photo. With questions, call Sandy Darnell 602 418-3414.
Did you know Formed has a collection of audio content centered on the lives and teachings of the saints? November would be a good time to explore this offering on Formed. You can go to the top left of the Formed site and click on the bars listing subjects. Next choose "Audio". You will find a collection under audiobooks that includes the listing "Saints/Audio". Selecting this will bring up a collec-tion of audio content centered on the lives and teachings of the saints. Haven't signed up for our free parish subscription to FORMED yet? Just go to www.FORMED.org to register.
Bob & Renee Steinpreis, 48 years on Oct. 29
Michael & Sophia Hardister, 2 years on Oct. 29
Walt & Rita Miller, 43 years on Oct. 31
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date.
Michael & Sophia Hardister, 2 years on Oct. 29
Walt & Rita Miller, 43 years on Oct. 31
* Call the church office to provide your anniversary date.
The K of C Silver Rose Celebration is an event that honors Our Lady of Guadalupe and promotes the sanctity of life, particularly in relation to the issue of abortion. The Silver Rose symbolizes the commitment of the Knights to defend the dignity of all human life. We celebrate this most worthy event following 9:00 am Mass on Tuesday, October 29 followed immediately by praying the Rosary and the litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
"Charity begins at home." The Food Basket committee relies on the generosity of Sacred Heart members to help provide Thanksgiving and Christmas food ( and at Christmas, gifts). Your time and donations are key to the success of this ministry. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to volunteer and/or donate to the special collection October 26/27. Please indicate "Food Basket" on your check.
WHO WE ARE
Our Helping Hands Ministry recognizes that at times everyone needs help coping with sudden illness or unforeseen circumstances. Helping Hands volunteers stand ready to assist registered parishioners at turning points or in emergencies, providing help until problems are resolved or until permanent solutions are in place. Our volunteers realize that our prayers, care and support for those in need make a positive difference. Our ministry has been part of the solution for our parishioners since the 1980s.
WHAT WE DO
We provide transportation for those unable to drive to Mass, medical appointments and escort shopping. WE also shop and deliver groceries and supplies, make wellness checks and send sunshine cards to the homebound and those in care facilities. Our visits and/or respite care can be lifesavers for family caregivers. We provide practical information about local resources for those parishioners and their families in sudden transition. We will help you find solutions.
WHAT YOU DO
If you are a parishioner who needs assistance from Helping Hands YOU MUST CALL US.
1. We cannot help if we do not know who you are or that you need help.
2. We cannot help if you or your family do not call.
3. We will do our very best to serve you SAFELY and CONFIDENTIALLY.
Please call a coordinator with question or for assistance. Cathy Wedwick 501 915-8456 or Pat Widlowski 501 922-1395
Everyone benefits when we become the answer to someone's prayer! Call if you'd like to volun-teer; there's a job for everyone. Thank you to our volunteers for their generous service!!
Our Helping Hands Ministry recognizes that at times everyone needs help coping with sudden illness or unforeseen circumstances. Helping Hands volunteers stand ready to assist registered parishioners at turning points or in emergencies, providing help until problems are resolved or until permanent solutions are in place. Our volunteers realize that our prayers, care and support for those in need make a positive difference. Our ministry has been part of the solution for our parishioners since the 1980s.
WHAT WE DO
We provide transportation for those unable to drive to Mass, medical appointments and escort shopping. WE also shop and deliver groceries and supplies, make wellness checks and send sunshine cards to the homebound and those in care facilities. Our visits and/or respite care can be lifesavers for family caregivers. We provide practical information about local resources for those parishioners and their families in sudden transition. We will help you find solutions.
WHAT YOU DO
If you are a parishioner who needs assistance from Helping Hands YOU MUST CALL US.
1. We cannot help if we do not know who you are or that you need help.
2. We cannot help if you or your family do not call.
3. We will do our very best to serve you SAFELY and CONFIDENTIALLY.
Please call a coordinator with question or for assistance. Cathy Wedwick 501 915-8456 or Pat Widlowski 501 922-1395
Everyone benefits when we become the answer to someone's prayer! Call if you'd like to volun-teer; there's a job for everyone. Thank you to our volunteers for their generous service!!
To you I call; for you will surely heed me, O God, turn your ear to me; hear my words. Guard me as the apple of your eye; in the shadow of your wings protect me.
cf. Psalm 17 (16): 6, 8
cf. Psalm 17 (16): 6, 8
Your parish subscription to FORMED gives you access to ebooks. One of these is "Sacramentals & Signs: Objects, Actions and Words as Avenues of Grace" by Regis Flaherty. Find out exactly what is a sacramen-tal by reading this entry in the Faith Basics Series. These booklets cover the fundamentals in few words while both informing and inspiring you to understand and live the faith. Our free subscription may be obtained by registering at www.FORMED.org.
The Ladies of Sacred Heart are excited to be hosting their "Fall into Fun" card party on Friday, November 15 in the Lower Hall. Grab your friends, men or women, and organize your table for cards, mahjong, UNO, Poker (no gambling please) or whatever game you enjoy to play! Game play will take place from 1:30 - 430 pm. Red and white "adult beverages" will be available for a cash donation. Oth-er refreshments to be served free of charge. A 50/50 raffle, themed baskets, silent auction items and door prizes add to the fun and help LOSH support several local charities. Individual tickets are $12, table for 4 is $48, 6 is $72 and 8 is $96. Contact Jane Brandon at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for tickets or more information. Our parishioners are invited to come the day of the card party to purchase raffle tickets and bid on silent auction items. The auction closes at 3:30 pm.