The Pastoral's Council's next meeting is April 22nd at 9:30 a.m. Since the weekend before the meeting is Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday, we will not have representatives in the Narhex before and after Masses that weekend as we usually do. Instead we ask that parishioners email their questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or drop them by the church office anytime before the April 22nd meeting. In fact, this is always an option for parishioners to ask questions or make suggestions to the Pastoral Council. Thank you. 
In private revelation of St. Maria Faustina, Jesus asked that a Feast of the Divine Mercy be celebrated on the Second Sunday of Easter. He told her: "On that day, all the divine flood gates through which graces flow are opened. The soul who will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment." The nine day Divine Mercy Novena culminates with Divine Mercy Sunday, this Sunday, April 24th with our special Holy Hour from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Fr. Bill will offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Divine Mercy Sunday from 2:00 to 2:55 p.m. before our Divine Mercy Holy Hour. If you went to Reconciliation at our Communal Reconciliation Service (April 5th), or, received it in the week or so before, or, receive it after Divine Mercy, you will receive the Divine Mercy indulgence. 
The Sacred Heart of Jesus (SHJ) Grief Support Group is for anyone who has faced huge challenges in their lives. If you have experienced events in your life that have shaken your ground, such as the death of a loved one, serious illness, divorce or whatever has made you see life differently, the SHJ Bereavement Ministry's Grief Support Group is a safe space where we can all grow and learn together. In the four Wednesday's that we will meet (March 9 thru March 30th from 9:30-11:00 a.m.) in the church library (next to the chapel in the Narthex) we will assist you in helping claim your life back, increase happiness and be inspired to become the person you were born to be. Join us so your journey may inspire others! This group is open to parishioners and non-parishioners as space allows. To register, contact Ken Gordon, Director of SHJ Bereavement Ministry by email, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or phone 501-226-0175. 
Join us on Friday, March 18, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall. In addition to the enjoyment of tasting 5 cheeses donated by Kraemer's Cheese and 5 wines from Cork & Bottle matched to the cheeses, there are seven raffle prizes as follows:* Four Gift Certificate Packages each with a value of over $250.00.
* Six gallons of Father Bill's ice cream (priceless).
* A beautiful stained glass piece created by Karen Feckler with a value of $250.00.
* A hand turned wooden bowl donated by Mildred Connolly with a value of $350.00.
We will also have an open auction for a Sunset Cruise for six on Lake Balboa donated by Mike and Anne Webster.
In the interest of accommodating more people who may want to participate in the Raffle Only, we will now be selling tickets to those who cannot attend the Wine & Cheese Event by using the "BUDDY" system. If you have a friend that is attending the WIne & Cheese Event you can give your raffle stub to that person to collect your prize if you win. If you do not have someone to be your "Buddy," so to speak, we will assign a person to be in charge of your stubs and collect your prize or you. Hopefully those of you who have felt left out of the Raffle because you are not available to attend this Event will now feel included and purchase your Raffle tickets. If you have any questions contact Barbara Sweeney at 501-226-5028. Remember this is about the many charities that LOSH benefits. This should fit right in with the Lenten Season and the gift of giving as set forth in Father's Column when he referred to the traditional practices of 'Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving.' Wine & Cheese and Raffle Tickets will be available before and after all of the Masses on the weekends of March 5/6 and March 12/13, and for LOSH members at the meeting on March 14. All checks should be made payable to "Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church."
Come enjoy a Catfish dinner prepared by Chef Peter Pellegrino and crew for only $15.00 with net proceeds benefiting local charities. The Knights of Columbus will be serving a Catfish Dinner on Friday, April 8 starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall of the Church. The dinner is limited to 180 persons. You must purchase a ticket for this event. Takeout orders can be picked up at 5:45 p.m. The menu will consist of a generous 12 oz (3/4 lb.) portion of deep fried catfish strips from Louisiana with southern style breading (just like last year) served with a side of tartar sauce, an olive oil rubbed baked potato roasted with sea salt, served with butter, sour cream and chives on the side, a fresh baked sourdough roll and creamy Cole slaw. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Gonda at 501-226-3102 email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Come explore Jesus' relationship with the women of the Gospels, Monday, March 28, 2022 from 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Presented by nationally recognized speaker Sr. Carol Cimino, SSJ, EdD, Buffalo, NY, the only religious to be 3-day Jeopardy Champion. Registration required, deadline Wednesday, March 23. $10.00 Registration Fee, collected at the door, lunch included. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register. Be sure to include your name and contact information. 
When one hears the word EXERCISE, normally the word CHAIR is not used except in reference to what someone looks forward to using after exercise is done. Surprisingly, those two words are not mutually exclusive as many benefits await those who exercise in a chair or with a chair to hold onto while exercising. A seated chair exercise routine is a great way to get the benefit of muscle strength training (which people of all ages need) without risk of falling or losing one's balance. Linda Broome, our very experienced and pleasant exercise leader, coach and fellow parishioner is ready to help you in a group setting ( in our "no judgement" lower hall zone) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 am or 11:30am-12:30 pm. At those times exercises can be done sitting and/or standing. Stretch and balance sessions in or using a chair are held on those same days from 1:00-2:00 pm. Most of those who have come to the afternoon chair sessions (who range in age from 65-94 years old) will testify to great improvement in their strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and stamina (and no doubt a more hopefilled disposition about their overall health and well being). Please give it a try!! Your chair is waiting for you!!
Hunger impacts millions of women, men and children around the world. Throughout Lent we have encountered communities in Guatemala, Bangladesh and Rwanda that are overcoming this problem so their members can have brighter futures. How is your community working to address hunber or other injustices locally and globally? Visit www.vrsricebowl.org to learn more. Come enjoy a Catfish dinner prepared by Chef Peter Pellegrino and crew for only $15.00 with net proceeds benefiting local charities. The Knights of Columbus will be serving a Catfish Dinner on Friday, March 25th starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall of the Church. The dinner is limited to 180 persons. You must purchase aticket for this event. Tickets will be sold in the Narthex before and after each Mass this weekend. Takeout orders can be picked up at 5:45 p.m. The menu will consist of a generous 12 oz (3/4 lb.) portion of deep fried catfish strips from Louisiana with southern style breading (just like last year) served with a side of tartar sauce, an olive oil rubbed baked potato roasted with sea salt, served with butter, sour cream and chives on the side, a fresh baked sourdough roll and creamy Cole slaw. Fr. Bill's ice cream will be sold during the dinner for $1.00 a scoopt as a Fundraiser for REY. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Gonda at 501-226-3102 email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
A renewal program entitled Death, Where Is Your Sting? will begin on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Conducted by Fr. George Knab, O.M.I. from Belleville, Illinois. It includes evening services at 6:00 p.m. that last not much more than an hour. The services include preaching, prayer, song and ritual that open human hearts to the workings of the Holy Spirit. Fr. George will also celebrate morning Mass at 9:00 a.m. and give a brief informal talk afterwards. Complete schedule will be in next Sunday's bulletin and on the www.HSVSacredHeart.com website. 
KofC Council 10208 General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 1 in the Lower Hall. Praying the Rosary will start at 5:00 p.m. The meal consisting of beef brisket, mashed potatoes, gravy and a veggie will be served around 5:45 p.m. The cost of the meal is $10. If you are going to attend the meeting and have a meal, please contact, Murray Claassen (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 501-908-4346) no later than noon on Friday, February 25 to reserve your meal. 
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 is the day for our parish members to walk outside the Planned Parenthood office in Little Rock. This is the annual 40 Days For Life event. For one hour you stand on the sidewalk in front of the clinic and hold a pro life sign. This can be a wonderful Lenten practice. To volunteer for an hour, please email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Thanks, Rebecca Huber 
Knights of Columbus board members and directors welcomed new members at their exemplification on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Congratulations to Gary Osterhout, Michael Passaglia and Dave Schwulst. 
This weekend is Arkansas Catholic Sunday. No other news source serves you like the weekly diocesan newspaper. Now is the time to sign up or renew your print subscription if you haven't already. Subscription envelopes are available in the Narthex. Fill out the envelope today and drop it in the collection baket or mail it later. You can also get a free digital subscription by visiting www.digital.arkansas-catholic.org and get instat access to the newspaper. The printed edition is delivered to your mailbox every week and is $30.00a year, ($28 for seniors). 
The Caregiver Support Group meets on the 2nd (April 13) and 4th (April 27) Wednesday each month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in Classroom D. This is for all caregiers, even if you have outside help or your loved one is not living with you. Please call Evelyn Garrison, 501-204-4134 or Maureen Halloran Morley, 228-342-0491 to reserve your place. If you know someone who might benefit from this service, please call us or encourage them to call or come. 
The Rosary Ministry of Sacred Heart is the only ministry of the church that extends beyond the borders of the United States. COVID has presented us with some shipping challenges as some countries would not accept packages from the United States. This made us think outside the box. Instead of shipping directly to those countries, we began shipping to other places, in the the United States, that would containerize them and ship to the countries that were accepting donations.In the past year, our rosaries went to Ghana, Africa, Nigeria, Mexico and most recently to India for Fr. Ravi. The rosaries are received with outstretched hands and letters of thanks come back to us on a regular basis. To date, we have shipped over 124,000 rosaries around the world. The Blessed Mother is using our hands as a way to spread the word of her beloved son to people and places in the world that would otherwise not have a way to pray the rosary. Thank you to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church for supporting this wonderful ministry. If you would like to participate in this ministry, please call Marge Newburn at 501-922-9047.