Our Adoration Ministry is seeking new Adorers willing to spend an hour per week in Jesus’ Presence. Being in Jesus’ Real Presence is an intimate opportunity to thank Jesus for His many blessings, and ask for His Guidance so we can make great decisions in our lives. We all need that. Click here for more information.

October 21, Saturday, 2023 in Raleigh The Diocese of Raleigh Eucharistic Congress opens a year of diocesan-wide celebrations marking the upcoming 100th anniversary of the Diocese in 2024. “The day-long event, to be held at the Raleigh Convention Center, incorporates speakers and activities for adults and youth.” Please begin considering if you would like to attend, or if you are willing to be a team leader for a group of students from Sacred Heart. Sacred Heart will have some bus transportation to the Convention Center as well as individual cars/drivers. If you want to be part of this event, please contact: [email protected].

The Women of Sacred Heart presented Louise Kennedy, pictured above, at left, with President Nancy Heilman, with the Volunteer Award, given annually to recognize members for their volunteer service to the church and community. Kennedy is active in leadership roles within Women of Sacred Heart, where she is responsible for the raffle that is part of the annual White Elephant Sale, and chair of their hospitality committee. She is also responsible for the Family Promise program, sponsored by Sacred Heart Catholic Church in cooperation with Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Southern Pines. Kennedy is a longtime volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Restore, Given Memorial Library and, more recently, she became a volunteer with the new FirstHealth Cancer Center. Congratulations, Louise.