Sacred Heart 
Sacred Heart Roman  Catholic Church

Mount Holly, NJ

ADDRESS:  260 High Street, Mount Holly, NJ 08060

PHONE:  
Parish House Office - 609-267-0209
Religious Education Office - 609-267-6319
(For specific staff extensions, please click here)

FAX:  609-267-9293

Parish House Office Summer Hours
Monday through Thursday
9am to 4pm 
Friday, June 24th  - Friday August 26th 9am to 1pm

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Sacred Heart School Summer Hours
 Office Hours
Tuesday - Thursday
9am to 1pm
Friday no office hours

Religious Education 
Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
9am to 2pm
Friday no office hours

The Chapel of the Two Hearts is open.  Please click here for more information.

To learn how you can use our online parish giving option, please click here.

October 2nd
Ages 3 plus
https://parishofsacredheart.org/documents/2022/9/pwb_gospel_bw_20221002.pdf
        
Ages 7 plus
https://parishofsacredheart.org/documents/2022/9/cwb_gospel_bw_20221002.pdf
 

Healing After Abortion: Do you know someone who is carrying the grief of a past abortion? There is always hope. The pain and sorrow of abortion does not need to endure for a lifetime. A “Day of Prayer and Healing” offers the opportunity to experience the love and mercy of God and to respond to His invitation to begin the journey of healing the wound of abortion. For upcoming dates, locations, and confidential registration, or just to talk to a Sister, please call the Sisters of Life at (866)-575-0075 (toll free) or visit us at our website. https://sistersoflife.org/healing-after-abortion/
  
Sanación después del aborto.  ¿Conoces a alguien que lleve el sufrimiento del aborto? Siempre hay esperanza. El dolor y la pena del aborto no necesitanperdurar para toda la vida. Un “Día de Oración y Sanación” ofrece la oportunidad para experimentar el amor y la misericordia de Dios y para responder a Su invitación de empezar el camino de sanar la herida del aborto. Para las próximas fechas, ubicaciones y registro confidencial, favor de comunicarse con Hna.Benedicta de Las Hermanas de la Vida al (866)-575-0075 o https://sistersoflife.org/healing-after-abortion/  o llamar a Rosemary – (646) 552-8093.

You can find our YouTube Channel at this link, where you can also opt to subscribe and receive notifications and reminders of upcoming livestreams.  

Below you will be able to access our upcoming Sunday morning Mass on March 7th.  (This Mass can also be accessed from the YouTube Channel link above.)  At each 9:30 Mass, the Act of Spiritual Communion is prayed along with those attending from home.  You can find the prayer below, or a printable version at this link.



 

The indoor mask and social distancing mandates have been lifted by the Governor and the Bishop.

You may continue to wear a mask if you feel more comfortable.

Those who are unvaccinated are encouraged to wear a mask.

Sunday Mass at 9:30 and Wednesday Mass at 8:30 will continue to be live-streamed for those who wish to participate at home.

Please click here to read Father John's Reflection for this Sunday.

*NEW* Posted September 28th - This Saturday, October 1st Father John will bless your animals after the 8:30am Mass. Confessions will be heard after. 

The Columbiettes will be selling mums after all Masses this weekend, October 1st/2nd. Please stop by to show your support.

*NEW* Posted September 22nd - Parish Pasta Dinner! Saturday, November 5th at 6pm In the Sacred Heart Auditorium. Dinner includes: salad, pasta in choice of sauce, meatballs or sausage, rolls, beverage and dessert.
Catering by: Georgetti’s

*NEW* Posted September 21st - The Anointing of the Sick serves to help us to remember our need for spiritual and physical healing.­ It is no longer called The Last Rites, nor is it to be reserved for someone who is near death. Please click here for more information. To schedule the anointing please call 609-267-8940. 
 

*NEW Posted September 16th - The Knights of Columbus, Santa Maria Council 1179, will be hosting their annual Right-To-Life Baby Shower next weekend on 10/1-10/2 after all masses. We will be graciously collecting all gifts for babies and expecting mothers. Diapers, new clothing and blankets, etc. Monetary donations are always welcome as well. Checks can be made payable to Knights of Columbus - Council 1179. Thank you for your continued support to this wonderful program.

*NEW* Posted August 23rd - Please click here for information about the annual St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor Walk. 

*NEW* Posted August 12th - The "Anne Frank Project"

Convened by Deacon Jim Casa
Over the past two years, the COVID 19 pandemic has caused many disruptions for our regular parish activities and one of them has been our twenty year "read the book - see the movie" projects.  I am happy to report that this rewarding effort is resuming, again, with the "Anne Frank Project."  This project will be a part of a much larger and more comprehensive endeavor that will bring together several communities.  Sacred Heart Church is teaming up with Temple Har Zion and the Esther Raab Holocaust Museum & Goodwin Education Center and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Cherry Hill and the Rancocas Valley Clergy Association and the Burlington County Library System to present three distinct segments of Holocaust studies, that will take place at County Library Theater in Westampton (Woodlane Road).  The matter of the Holocaust studies has been a passion of mine for many years and I am grateful to partner with others in bringing this matter to light and sincerely, hope that you will join us in this undertaking.

These are the three parts:
Part 1 topic - 'The Path to Nazi Genocide.'  We will gather on Sunday, October 9th (at 1:30pm), to watch a video on what actually happened in Europe that led up to the holocaust, and then have an open discussion on this important piece of history.  This opening segment will shine a light on one of the darkest moments in history.
Part 2 topic - 'The Anne Frank Project.' We will gather, once again, on Sunday, October 23rd (at 1:30pm), to watch the award winning 1995 documentary, Anne Frank Remembered. To appreciate this topic, all are encouraged to read Anne Frank's Diary of a Young Girl.  Since its publication in 1947, Anne Frank's greatly admired diary has been read by millions of people all over the world and remains one of the most important pieces of literature to come from the period of World War II.  The film that we will screen, prior to our discussion, Anne Frank Remembered, makes the dreams, fears and words of this young victim of the Holocaust come to life and you will remember it long after you leave the theater.  The book, the film and our open discussion will make for a life-changing experience, for sure.
Part 3 topic - 'Antisemitism, Today.' We will gather, once again, on Sunday, November 6th (at 1:30pm), to watch a video on the disturbing rise of antisemitism (and other examples of religious bigotry) that has escalated during the past fifty years and persists in plaguing the nation.  Our open discussion will be a spirited and informative.  

So, for now, please get a copy of Anne Frank's Diary of a Young Girl and begin your reading of this classic work and mark your calendars so that you may participate in this remarkable effort.  Encourage your family and friends (especially young people who may be of junior high school and high school age) to join with you.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 609.267.0209 ext. 305.
Shalom.

*NEW* Posted August 3rd - A Message from Father John,
A number of families may have received emails stating they are from Father John, asking for a favor, or asking them to buy gift cards.
Father John is not sending these emails.
Please delete them if you find one in your email inbox, these are email scams.

Can You Help?
The Sacred Heart Altar Rosary Society is looking for people who like to iron and would like to help us with the church linens.  Linens are washed first, then ironed.  Instructions would be given on a 1 to 1 basis. At the moment, we estimate that you would need to do them approximately once a month, possibly less than that.   If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Carol Ward at (609)379-6033. Please leave a message if I am not at home.

Travel Planning Terry Rensman along with Sacred Heart Altar Rosary
is pleased to announce some additional
Travel Opportunities
Expand your travels and knowledge of the World whether local or international. Also make some new and lasting friendships along the way!    
Coming up travels with Collette Tours, the well-known Tour company that is based in Rhode Island to bring opportunities to explore the world.
In March 2023, The Collette Tour of the “British Landscapes”.  Which includes travels to Scotland, and England.  Great time to explore and save as the US Dollar is very strong.
In December 2023: The Collette Tour of “Christmas on the Danube” The beauty of the Cities on the Danube at the wonderful time of Christmas in Germany and Austria.  This is from December 2 to December 10^th 2023.
We are also researching a trip coming up in the US of the Pacific Northwest and California and also Mackinow Island Michigan.
We still have some seats available for our Lancaster PA Christmas Trip to the American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show on December 7^th 2022.  Limited number so call Terry soon.
Happy Travels to all.

*NEW* Posted June 9th - Please click here for information on the National Eucharistic Revival. 

*NEW* Posted June 6th - Please click here for information about the Diocesan Pilgrimage to 'Mary's House', in November. 

Posted March 25th - Pope Francis has called for all Catholics to unite in prayer with him and the bishops of the world as he consecrates Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of our Blessed Mother. 

Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

O Mary, Mother of God and our Mother, in this time of trial we turn to you.  As our Mother, you love us and know us: no concern of our hearts is hidden from you.  Mother of mercy, how often we have experienced your watchful care and your peaceful presence!  You never cease to guide us to Jesus, the Prince of Peace.

Yet we have strayed from that path of peace.  We have forgotten the lesson learned from the tragedies of the last century, the sacrifice of the millions who fell in two world wars.  We have disregarded the commitments we made as a community of nations.  We have betrayed peoples’ dreams of peace and the hopes of the young.  We grew sick with greed, we thought only of our own nations and their interests, we grew indifferent and caught up in our selfish needs and concerns.  We chose to ignore God, to be satisfied with our illusions, to grow arrogant and aggressive, to suppress innocent lives and to stockpile weapons.  We

A prayer for Ukraine

Loving God,
We pray for the people of Ukraine,
for all those suffering or afraid,
that you will be close to them and protect them.

We pray for world leaders,
for compassion, strength and wisdom to guide their choices.

We pray for the world
that in this moment of crisis,
we may reach out in solidarity
to our brothers and sisters in need.

May we walk in your ways
so that peace and justice
become a reality for the people of Ukraine
and for all the world.

Amen.

Also posted March 7th - please click here for information on how to help the families in Ukraine affected by the conflict with Russia. 
Also, WASHINGTON (CNS) — Various Catholic agencies are collecting donations to aid with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, as people flee to escape Russian bombing and shelling. Here are some places to donate. This list is not exhaustive.
The international Caritas confederation is collecting funds to help Caritas Ukraine. In the United States, that is through Catholic Relief Services. Internationally, you can donate through Caritas Internationalis.
The Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia also has a link to donate.
Two pontifical agencies also are taking donations for Ukraine: Catholic Near East Welfare Association and Aid to the Church in Need. Internationally, Aid to the Church can be reached here.
The Knights of Columbus launched the Ukraine Solidarity Fund for humanitarian needs in Ukraine and through refugee sites in Poland.
Donations can also be made to Jesuit Refugee Service to support the agency’s work with those forced to flee conflict in Europe.
The Salesians also are accepting donations to help refugees 

Please click here for the Prayer for the Synod on Synodality. 

Parish Email Updates - If you haven't already done so and would like to sign up for email updates from Sacred Heart, you can fill out the form at this link!   

Posted December 16th - Please click here to read about Catholic Charities services.

 

Food Distribution:  SVDP will now be open for food distribution on the following days/hours:

Monday:  10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Donations:  Please place your non-perishable donations in the blue bins in the church vestibule. 

The pantry is currently in Great Need of canned or boxed potatoes, dry pasta, spaghetti sauce, canned vegetables, rice sides, soup, tuna fish and jelly(not peanut butter). 

Thank you for your continued support. If you would like to make a monetary donation, plese make checks payable to: Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Thank you!