As many have already heard, the academy advancement team is taking a new approach to fundraising and sustainability and it doesn’t include an auction! This year we are embarking upon a new venture –
an Academy Annual Fund. This is a replacement for the auction and is intended to raise the equivalent and more to help with immediate operational and financial aid expenses.

The public launch is scheduled for the first week of November and, not unlike the auction, we are seeking out Cornerstone donors who are willing to be early adopters and pledge for three years to help us through this process. To satisfy our need for community and our wish for cultivating the culture of our parish and academy, we will be hosting a party for our entire Sacred Heart community in October. Stay tuned for more details on that! In the meantime, if you or someone you know would like to participate in the annual fund as a Cornerstone donor, please contact Amber Hiske at ahiske@shgr.org

The Sacred Heart Prayer Line would love to pray for you, those in our community or anyone in need. If you would like to submit a prayer request, please click here.  Interested in praying with us?  Join the group here.

Prayer Line Apostolate Leader Needed:
Interested in giving back to the Parish but can’t commit to coming in to volunteer? We are looking for someone to fill our Prayer Line Apostolate Leader position. Automated through Flocknote, you are notified of new requests and then responsible for using Flocknote to text the Prayer Line group. Interested or have further questions, please email Janet Brown ( QueenbeeMI@protonmail.com ) or Laureen Fish ( lfish@shgr.org ).

Find Beauty in Sacrifice

Each October, pilgrims from across the U.S join together for a two day, 35-mile penitential walk offering their physical and spiritual sacrifices for the defense of the traditional family and the sanctity of life – While pursing that which is Good, True, and Beautiful.  Sacred Heart will be taking another group this year!  Read Father Ron’s letter.

Sacred Heart of Jesus has secured a chapter to walk in the Three Hearts Pilgrimage again this year.  Please check out the detailed Pilgrims Guide below, to answer any questions you might have.  Please note there is a multi step process to sign up.

1.  Sign up for the Three Hearts Pilgrimage, via their site.  This ensures that you are connected with the Sacred Heart of Jesus chapter.  While signing up, please use our promo code, SACREDHEART2025, and you will not be charged through their website.  All funds will be collected from you, by Sacred Heart of Jesus, and paid on your behalf.  See details below for cost breakdown.  

1. LINK TO SECURE TICKETS

2.  Once you have secured your tickets, please let us know of your confirmation by filling out the form below, so we can communicate with you regarding details of the Pilgrimage as we get closer.

2. LINK TO LET SH KNOW

3.  Please note the costs for the trip below, and the sponsorship opportunities to help defray the cost (see below.)  Still have more questions, check out the detailed Pilgrim Guide.

Details
October 8-12, 2025
10/8 Depart Sacred Heart in the evening
10/9 Arrive in Oklahoma by noon to set up camp
10/10 Start Day 1 of the walk
10/11 Start Day 2 of the walk, Mass at the abbey, depart from abbey via bus
10/12 Arrive back at Sacred Heart in the afternoon

Transportation via Coach Bus and Pilgrimage Cost
Youth $250
Adult $300

All ages welcome, when accompanied by a parent/guardian.  Students in Grades 8-12 are invited to attend on their own.

Those willing to arrange their own travel can discuss costs with Laureen Fish, the Parish Manager.  All are welcome on the bus.  Do not wait to register, we anticipate this trip filling quickly.

Sacramental preparation begins on Monday, September 8 with our Parent Sacramental Prep Meeting at 6:30pm in Cebelak Hall. If both parents can be there, great! Confirmation and First Holy Communion classes begin formally on Wednesday, September 17 from 4pm-5pm. Please go here https://shojgr.flocknote.com/signup/214313 to sign up!

Questions? Email our Director of Religious Education,

Mike Tober, at dre@shgr.org

Due to the Independence Day Holiday, there will be no First Friday Adoration or Holy Hour or First Saturday Devotions.

Mass on Friday, July 4th will be at 9am.

Also, the 11:30am Masses on Sundays become Low Masses for the summer beginning today.

For Ss. Peter and Paul, we will be singing Mass VIII (recording here: http://shgr.org/massVIII).

During the summer, we will be singing Mass XI (recording here: http://shgr.org/massIX the Mass which is prescribed for Ordinary Sundays.

Parish Office:

Monday thru Thursday 8:45am – 3:00pm.

Academy Office:

Closed until August 4. If you need to contact the school during this time, please email office@shgr.org

We are offering two sessions of CGS this coming school year. The sessions will meet on Thursdays (1:30- 3:00pm) or Fridays (9:00 – 10:30 am) beginning September 18/19, 2025 through May 7/8, 2026. The cost of the program for the year is $450 per child with a $25 registration fee per family.

Contact Kim Koonmen at her email kkoonmen@shgr.org.

Ladies, did you know that we have had a beautiful and powerful apostolate here at Sacred Heart for the past several years? If you desire to be in a ministry that is behind the scenes in the parish but sitting at the feet of our Blessed Lord one hour a week, interceding for our pastor, Fr. Ron, then this is for you. Commitment is for at least one year. This year our Friday intercessor has decided to step down so we are in need of someone to fill her spot. If you desire to be on a substitute list to fill in for an occasional need, that would be great too.

To learn more about this apostolate see:

https://sevensistersapostolate.org

To become a part of Seven Sisters call the parish office at 616-459-8362.

Remember, while first Saturdays are great for families, everyone is invited!! We would be so glad to have you join us for some really special things:

Catholic Catechesis (great for asking questions.)
The Best Potluck Breakfast on the West Side* (Please bring a dish to share)
We have great parents and Religious Sisters supervising kids during the catechesis:
– The Holy Barbarians (Boys)
– Daughters of Mary (Elder Young Ladies)
– Little Flowers (5+ Young Ladies)
– Sprouts (Wee little ones)
Rosary after Mass
Confession typically available during/after Mass (pending Priest availability)
Holy Mass!!!!!!!!!!

The Potluck and Catechesis is held in the Academy Cafeteria after the Rosary which is after the Mass. You can take the tunnel into the school through the Marian side exit of the parish. We are hosting a dietary restrictions table for foods reserved for allergen safety. You will also be able to access the cafeteria prior to Mass to drop off food and keep food hot. We would love to have you!