08/24/2026
🌟Sacred Heart News:
AUGUST MASSES IN OFFICE BUILDING During the month of August, beginning August 3rd , Mass will be celebrated in the Office Building due to the construction.
CCD Registration is ongoing. Forms are in the office or see Kenneth Batiste.Teachers and volunteers are needed. Classes begin September 6!
LITTLE HANDS-BIG HEART
The Jr. Daughters of St. Rita Court #31 continues their Little Hands Big Hearts Drive through August 31st. A collection box will be placed in the church office, and donations will be collected at the end of each week. We are accepting new or gently used (journals, outside/walking toys, coloring books, colors, play-doh, chalk, stuffed animals, and hygiene products). All donations will be given to the CASA department at Family & Youth in Lake Charles, LA to give to their foster kids.Thank you for your support!
THANK YOU Thank you, Mr. Donald Harrison, for marking the in-ground sections in cemetery #1. Your dedication to Sacred Heart is appreciated.
FAMILY ADORATION NIGHT Attention Parents: Mark your calendars for a special event at Camp Karol on Monday, August 31.LET THE CHILDREN COME TO ME will be a special time for Family Adoration Night, 6:00PM to 7:15PM. Time will be set aside for Eucharistic Adoration, art and games for the children, plenty of food, and Benediction. There is no cost for the event, but we do ask that you call Saint Charles Center at 337-855-1232 to register to allow for enough food for the evening. We hope to see you on August 31 at Camp Karol,1087 Bozo Road in Moss Bluff.
St. Vincent de Paul Ministry Annual Report August 1, 2025—July 31, 2026 "Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine,you did for me."—Matthew25:40 The St. Vincent de Paul Ministry at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church continues to fulfill Christ's call to care for those in need by providing compassionate assistance to individuals and families facing temporary financial hardship. During the past 12 months of August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, the ministry provided assistance to 10 individuals/families, distributing a total of $3,689.55 for essential needs,including rent, food, utilities, and other emergency expenses. Through the generous stewardship of our parish family, $2,866.00 was contributed to the St. Vincent de Paul Fund during the year. As of July 31, 2026. The bank account has an available balance of $7,167.59 ensuring that Sacred Heart of Jesus Church remains prepared to assist those who seek help with short-term emergency needs. Every gift, regardless of its size, helps our parish continue its mission of serving those most in need. Thank you for answering Christ's call to care for our neighbors and for making our parish a beacon of faith, hope, and charity. May God abundantly bless you and your families for your generosity and continued support. Thank you, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church family!!!
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southwest Louisiana offers hope and help for families coping with mental illness. Free education classes for family and friends of loved ones experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition will be taught by trained facilitators from 5:00p.m. to 7:30p.m.on Thursdays, September 17 through November 5, weekly. To register, call 337-965-9507. Location will be revealed at registration.
OUR WEBSITE
Have you checked out our website lately? There are new events and recent pictures in the Photo Album. Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Website:Sacredheartofjesus-lc.com
ST JOSEPH SOCIETY DONATIONS
St.Joseph Society is accepting monetary donations to help with defraying costs of theSociety’s Fundraising Projects. Donations can be inserted in the“Wooden Donation Box” at the back of the Church.The donation process is an ongoing effort. Any donation amount is welcomed.Thank you for your support!
The Mardi Gras Committee sincerely thanks you for your continued support in making our Mardi Gras Ball a lasting success. It is truly an honor and a privilege to present Sacred Heart of Jesus Church a donation of $5,000. May this contribution serve as a small token of our gratitude
and commitment to the Church and the community we are blessed to be a part of. We are excited to begin planning our next Mardi Gras Ball which will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2027. We are now welcoming new committee members and asking for participants for our King, Queen, and Royal Court.
On a separate note:
If you are dropping your envelope in the mail slot, please drop in the mail slot at 1100 Mill St. (current office bldg; mail slot is to the right of the door).
Do NOT drop your envelope in the mail slot at the old office bldg.(1102 Mill St) as mail only gets checked there once a week.
GRIEF TO GRACE RETREAT:
God can help you walk the path of healing. Take the first step with a Grief to Grace retreat September 15-19, 2026.
The five-day spiritual journey at Saint Charles Center in the Diocese of Lake Charles provides safety and support for anyone who has suffered degradation or violation through physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or neglect. Grief to Grace is a pilgrimage to discover the love, tenderness, belonging, safety, joy and peace that are often missing from the
stories of abuse victims. For more information, call Marjorie Longat 337-489-2473 or email grief to grace [email protected].You can also visit
www.GrieftoGrace.org. All inquiries are confidential.
The Serra Club of Lake Charles
The purpose of the Serra Club is to encourage and promote vocations to the clergy and religious life, while affirming the
vocations of those already in that life. In the process, Serrans have the opportunity to strengthen their faith, while enjoying the
friendship of those who have the same aspirations. Dues are $78.50 quarterly for one person or $120.00 quarterly per
couple. We gather about 11:30am on the first Friday of the month at the Pioneer Club.The cost of the luncheon is included
in your dues. For additional information call John Halloran at 337-802-5304 or Pam Manceaux at 337-794-7131.
SCHOLARSHIP Melvin J.and Theresa Cormier. Scholarship.The award of $1,200.00 established in 2015 in memory of Melvin J.and Theresa Cormier, Sr. by De Porres and Barbara Cormier, is an annual scholarship that continues to support McNeese State University students.Our parishioners from freshman to graduate students, who plan to enroll for the Fall 2026 semester are encouraged to begin applying in March 2026. Our church is one of only four churches where students are granted priority for this scholarship. Multiple scholarships will again be awarded in 2026, with each recipient receiving $1,200 for the 2026– 2027 academic year. When completing the McNeese State University scholarship application, applicants should specify the name of this scholarship, their church affiliation, and any church or community activities in which they participate. Applications are in the vestibule and the office.
PILGRIMAGE TO THE PHILIPPINES Join Fr. Rommel Tolentino on a Pilgrimage to the Philippines, the Pearl of the Orient Seas and Bastion of Christianity in Asia, January24- February 6, 2027. An Information Meeting will be held on June 17, 2026 at 6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary parish hall (2031 Opelousas St).To learn more or request a brochure, email:[email protected] or call Fr. Tolentino: (337)436- 8093. Tour Highlights SIGN UP NOW ! Experience the Philippines’ Catholic faith in action. Visit Manila, Tagaytay, Batangas, Laoag, Vigan, Cebu and Bohol. Learn about the country’s history and immerse yourself in local culture. Marvel in Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, Philippine Tarsier, Loboc River. Snorkel or dive into the vibrant and rich marine life of Balicasag. Experience the Philippines’ Catholic faith in action. Visit Manila, Tagaytay,Batangas,Laoag,Vigan,Cebu and Bohol.
MAKE A MEANINGFUL DIFFERENCE
Compassionate volunteers are needed to provide companionship, office assistance,veteran visits and small household needs at Allegiance Hospice. Training is provided and flexible schedules are available. Contact Helene Massey at 337-661-1046 or [email protected].
Prayer for Safety in Hurricane Season
O God, Master of this passing world, hear the humble voices of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed Your order and returned to its former quietude. You are still the Master of the land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control. The Gulf, like a provoked and angry giant, can awake from its seeming lethargy and over step its conventional boundaries, invade our land and spread chaos and disaster. During this hurricane season, we turn to You, O loving Father. Spare us from past tragedies whose memories are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with the passing of time. O Virgin, Star of the Sea, Our Beloved Mother, we ask you to plead with your Son in our behalf, so that spared from the calamities common to this area and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we walk in the footsteps of your Divine Son to reach the heavenly Jerusalem where stormless eternity awaits us. Amen. +The Most Rev. Maurice Schexnayder, 2nd Bishop of Lafayette
TABERNACLE CANDLES AND ALTAR CANDLES ARE AVAILABLE. Donation is $50 each per month. ALTAR FLOWERS are also available. Donation for the flowers is $300 for two weeks per month. Contact the office at 337-439-2646 to reserve them.
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS Do you have an item for the bulletin? Call the office at 337-439-2646, fax at 337-439-2650, or email us at [email protected] We want to hear from you. Please submit all bulletin requests 2-3 weeks prior to the event date.
DID YOU KNOW? We have a Lost and Found container in the back of the Church. Check with an usher to assist you. There are eyeglasses, keys, sunglasses, jewelry . . .
Online Giving Update
Explore the convenience of automated tithing. Set your tithe to “automatically” occur when, how often and in the amount you wish to give. With online giving, you can forget about writing checks or having cash on hand for the offertory. Website: osvhub.com/sacred-heart-lake-charles/funds For technical support call 1-800-348-2886 or call the Church office at 337-439-2646.
Youth Masses
Every 3rd Sunday at 11:00am Mass. If you would to participate, sign up in the vestibule
Altar Candles for the Month of August
If you would like to reserve the Altar Candles for a month, contact the office at 337-439-2646
The Vocation Cross
If you would like to sign up to pray for vocations, contact the office at 337-439-2646
Tabernacle Candle for the Month of August
- Candle 1: In memory of Claude & Williemae Borel and Curtis Sr. & Louise Johnson. Donated by Curtis, Jr. & Debra Johnson
Please contact the Church office if you would like to donate a monthly (continuous burning) tabernacle candle in honor of your loved ones
Anniversaries/ Birthdays
Happy Anniversary/ Birthday to anyone celebrating this week!
Prayers for our sick and home bound are needed
Please call the office at 337-439-2646 if you wish to have your name on the list. If you know someone on the list who is not a parishioner, please give them this message
