St. Faustina lamented not always having a spiritual director: "Oh, if only I had had a spiritual director from the beginning, then I would not have wasted so many of God's graces." She identified some of the benefits of having a spiritual director: "Oh, how great a grace it is to have a spiritual director! One makes more rapid progress in virtue, sees the will of God more clearly, fulfills it more faithfully and follows a road that is sure and free of dangers. The director knows how to avoid the rocks against which the soul could be shattered. The Lord gave me this grace rather late, to be sure, but I rejoice in it greatly."

A spiritual director can help God to be more tangibly present. Sometimes we simply cannot put it all together and it takes another person to listen to our story and also listen to the Holy Spirit to spot gaps and help us to connect the dots. Our parish has two certified spiritual directors who see male and female directees ranging in age from 30-80+. Anytime is the right time to seek spiritual direction. To take the first step contact Deb Troxel 515 314-6955 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Cherry Schwulst 309 831-7230 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

As we get closer to this charity golf event on June 15 we are hoping for more parishioners to be sponsors/donors. We currently provide financial tuition assistance to 34 children that would be unable to attend St. John's School (Hot Springs) without our help. With the substantial cost increases in tournament expenses, we truly need more sponsor/donor help. We are asking the all parishioners prayerfully consider donating knowing that you will be helping children that would not normally have the opportunity to receive such a high quality Catholic education. For information on sponsorship levels please contact Scott Krantz at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 512 626-7711.

What an honor to carry the wine, hosts, and offerings at Mass for consecration. Gift Bearers actively participate in the celebration of the Mass by presenting the gifts of Bread and Wine at the Offertory. No special skill or permanent ministerial duty required. It enables us to appreciate how God invites man to participate in bringing to fulfilment his handiwork. Sign up in the white binder in the Narthex to be a part of this beautiful and significant part of Mass.

The Caregiver Support Group meets monthly on the second Wednesday, not Tuesday, as mentioned in last week's Pastor's Column.

Did you enjoy the Jesus in the Eucharist study? Watch your email and help the NER Core team by providing feedback in a brief survey.
Holy Hour of Adoration in the church continues on Wednesdays, now at 4:00 pm prior to 5:00 pm Mass. Come be blessed by an Easter gift of quiet prayer with the Risen Eucharistic Lord and other parishioners.

PEA:

Jesus is waiting for you to receive the gift of himself in the following hours:

Sunday 1-3 am contact Lori Vincent 337 654-2871
Friday 9-10 pm contact Mike Ritch 832 231-7469
Saturday 6-7 am contact Debbie Garett 512 460-9903

There are usually many of our family members visiting the village during spring and summer vacations. Don't forget that FORMED, which our parish provides free of charge to Sacred Heart households, has a number of informative videos for children of all ages. For instance, ":Brother Francis" videos are a popular animated series which instruct as well as capture the interest of the young. Be prepared to access this benefit and sign up at FORMED.org to register for your subscription.