To honor our wives and significant others, our 4th Degree Knights are sponsoring a Valentine's dinner and dance Saturday, February 17, 2024. The social hour begins at 5:15 pm with dinner at 6:00 pm and the dance starting at 7:00 pm. Music for this event is provided by Marcus Suggs. The menu will be a dinner salad, prime rib, twice baked potato, freshly baked yeast roll and assorted cheesecake for dessert. The cost is $30 per person with table selection available upon ticket purchase. Ticket sales will be prior to and after all Masses the weekends of February 3/4 and 10/11.
Each year the diocesan initiative called One Church invests in a small mission church that needs a leg up to become a thriving community. The 2023/24 beneficiary is Blessed Stanley Rother Church in Decatur, AR. All funds donated will be used for much needed renovations to the church building.
The Knights of Columbus will host a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser at Sacred Heart of Jesus on April 4. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. All proceeds and your generous donations from theis event will directly benefit One Church.
The Knights of Columbus will host a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser at Sacred Heart of Jesus on April 4. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. All proceeds and your generous donations from theis event will directly benefit One Church.
Our annual baby shower for 2024 was an outstanding success. Catholic Adoption Services (Little Rock0, Change Point (Hot Springs) and New Beginnings (Benton) each received an abundance of items. We distributed two strollers, seven car seats, twelve diaper bags, 4,025 diapers, 9,472 wipes, 243 clothing pieces a crib bumper, blankets, toiletries, bottles and toys. We also collected $1,791 in donations - much higher than in previous years. The items were delivered to the charities by Pat Miller, JoAnn Arnold and Diane Shaw. We thank them and all the volunteers who helped move, count and sort for pick up and, of course, our generous parishioners!
The Arkansas Catholic Men's Conference, the annual men's conference held in the Diocese of Little Rock, will be held Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Little Rock. It was founded in 2010 and has featured speakers who impact men's lives with their passion for Christ and His Church. For free registration go to www.arcatholicmen.com.
The Single's Ministry is for anyone who is single for any reason. Being single doesn't mean you should be alone. We Singles at Sacred Heart would love for you to join us. A good starting place is Social Sunday. It's a chance to socialize with and truly get to know others. Please join us the second Sunday monthly in the Upper Hall at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own beverage plus an appetizer to share. With questions call Debbie Doughty at 414-313-0415.
The Sacred Heart Grief Support Group is for those who have faced or are facing challenges in their lives, perhaps the death of a loved one, a spouse, sibling, or child. There may be other events in your life that have shaken your ground such as serious illness, divorce or something that has made you view life differently. The SHJCC Bereavement Ministry's Grief Support Group is a safe space where we can learn and grow together. We are grateful you have survived and will assist in helping you reclaim your life, increase happiness and be inspired to be the person you were born to be.
The Support Group will meet each Tuesday, February 6-March5 between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. We will use a program titled "Grieving With Great Hope" produced by the Good Mourning Ministry. It comes to us via FORMED; a free subscription to us as SHJ parishioners. To register, contact the SHJCC Bereavement Ministry Deacon Gary Christoff via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 573-645-6814 or Bob Hoffmann 501-922-3611. You may also register by calling the Parish Office at 501-922-2062.
The Support Group will meet each Tuesday, February 6-March5 between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. We will use a program titled "Grieving With Great Hope" produced by the Good Mourning Ministry. It comes to us via FORMED; a free subscription to us as SHJ parishioners. To register, contact the SHJCC Bereavement Ministry Deacon Gary Christoff via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 573-645-6814 or Bob Hoffmann 501-922-3611. You may also register by calling the Parish Office at 501-922-2062.
Did you know that your CASA offerings are a source of funding for the education of our seminarians? Your faithful support helps provide the training that our seminarians deserve. They give everything for us and the Church. Let's support them in return. Become a Catholic Arkansas Sharing Appeal Supporter. Envelopes are provided in the pews.
Jesus in the Eucharist! Small group studies begin on Weds. Feb. 7 1:30-3:30 pm, prior to 4:00 pm Mass or evening after the Lenten supper in the lower hall. The Monday 1-3 pm group begins Feb. 12. You may still sign up with Deb Troxel 515 314-6955. We'll find you a spot. All are welcome! ** No Holy Hour this afternoon**
Considering attending the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis in July? Discounts from the website, for Knights at EWTN, etc. abound. Daily/weekend passes are available. Visit www.eucharisticcongress.org
for details.
PEA
We have a short-term need (most likely less than 2 months) for adorers for the hours of 1-4 am on Sundays. If you or a group can fill this need, contact Lori Vincent
Considering attending the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis in July? Discounts from the website, for Knights at EWTN, etc. abound. Daily/weekend passes are available. Visit www.eucharisticcongress.org
for details.
PEA
We have a short-term need (most likely less than 2 months) for adorers for the hours of 1-4 am on Sundays. If you or a group can fill this need, contact Lori Vincent
"Hostis: The Power and Presence of the Eucharist" is a short film on Formed. Watching it will enhance your understanding of the importance of the parish wide "Eucharistic Revival" and get you ready for the Lenten small group study, "Jesus and the Eucharist". Go to FORMED.org to get your free subscription if you haven't already signed up as a SHJ parishioner.
Spiritual Direction may be a good way to help answer in each of us. Are you looking for ways to grow in your faith in 2024? Are you drawn to deepen your prayer life? Do you have questions regarding the faith or God's direction in decision making? Do you struggle with old hurts that linger? Our parish has two certified spiritual directors who are trained to accompany you in these areas with compassion and confidentiality. Sessions are normally minthly and last about an hour. For more information or to see if this may be the right fit for you, please contact Deb Troxel at 515-314-6955, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Cherry Schwulst at 309-831-7230, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The Caregiver Support Group meets once a month on the second Wednesday of each month in Classroom D from 10:30am - 12:30pm. 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 more information.
Your 2023 Contribution Statements are available for pick up at the church office Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm or call the office 501 922-2062 to request your statement be mailed.
We are fortunate to have Daniel Ellis. longtime friend and Finance/Insurance Representative for our district as our next Guest Speaker. Daniel brings a host of product information focused on the latest offerings of benefits to all KnightS and their families. If your wife has questions please invite her to join you for the meeting and her complimentary dinner. If she is not registered, contact Gary Wolfer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 501 204-1192 by Feb. 4. The importance of staying current on these matters cannot be overstated
Spend a weekend away with your spouse discussing what really matters. Sign up for the upcoming WWME: February 9-11, 2024 Subiaco Coury House, Subiaco, AR. Receive all the tools you need to have the best marriage ever. $200/couple at www.WWME.org or 501 733-1235. Early registration discount available.
The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (also known as Candlemas Day) is Friday, February 2. You are invited to bring candles that will be blessed at the beginning of the 9:00 a.m. Mass in the Narthex (along with liturgical candles and household candles that can be purchased after Mass and over the weekend). Saturday, February 3 is the Memorial of St Blaise (as well as First Saturday). Throats will be blessed after the homily for those who participate in Mass.
The Fourth Degree Assembly 2316 meeting will be held Tuesday, January 23 in the Lower Hall. Praying the Rosary begins at 5:00 p.m. The evening meal will be Chicken Cordon Bleu with Bearnaise sauce, French peas with onion and bacon, twice baked potato, freshly baked yeast rolls and cake and pie for dessert. The Patriotic speaker for the night will be Greg Chastine, Director of the St Francis House. The meal cost is $12. There will be an email sent from Rick Darnell for online sign-up. With questions, contact Rick at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..