Sacred Heart Church - Southbury, Connecticut, U.S.A.


Brothers and sisters: Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me. Then the God of peace will be with you.

Phil 4:6-9

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Mission Statement

The Crucifixion

Sacred Heart Parish is a faith filled family and vibrant Catholic community of believers in Jesus Christ. We are the visible presence of Jesus Christ through:

  • Creating a welcoming, joyful, and compassionate atmosphere for all;
  • Empowering the gifts of one another;
  • Supporting one another on our journey of faith;
  • Sharing God’s unconditional love;
  • Providing opportunities for spiritual growth through ministry and worship, in particular, the Eucharist;
  • Advocating responsibility for the poor and oppressed

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Growing in Faith Together

Growing in Faith Together (G.I.F.T) involves everyone in our faith community. Through this innovative approach, all ages learn and grow together through our shared experiences and participation in Church life.

  • Building a Parish Community by welcoming all ages.
  • Empowering the gifts of one another.
    • Sharing our faith and personal experiences.
  • Nurturing the spiritual growth of families and individuals at home.
  • Deepening our understanding of church events and living out our faith.
Click here for more information on G.I.F.T.

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Ever wish you could have someone contact you when new information is available on the parish web site? Now you can! Parishioners can sign up to receive automatic e-mail alerts when the web site is updated with new items like the bulletin, homilies, ministry schedules, calendar or when there is an emergency request from Covenant to Care. Sign up on our SHC Email Alerts Page today!
An Afternoon Retreat
“God lives where??”
“God looks like what??”
Have you ever wondered about the images we use for God? Have you read The Shack by William Young and discovered something about God that warmed your heart or rattled your mind? Then mark your calendar for Saturday, October 25th from noon to 5 pm to be with other parishioners right here at Sacred Heart Church. During this retreat there will be time for presentation, quiet, sharing, prayer and ritual. Sister Pat will facilitate this time of prayer and discovery. Watch the bulletin for details.

Sr. Pat's Call to Worship
Now Available on Fr. Joe's Homilies Page

Many in the parish have come to very much appreciate the friendship, hard work and dedication of Sr. Pat at Sacred Heart Church. In particular, the wisdom of her Call to Worship at the beginning of our masses helps us to focus on the mass and enter into it in a special way. Sr. Pat has graciously allowed us to add the text of her Call to Worship to our web site as a PDF file download. You can download and read each week's Call to Worship on Fr. Joe's Homilies page

Catholics Coming Home

Welcome Catholics Home: A Six Week Process for those who have drifted away from the practice of their Catholic Faith.

  • If you’ve been away from the church or are drifting away from it
  • If you have been hurt by the church, or are confused or angry because of your Catholic experience
  • If you are unhappy with a particular Church teaching
  • If you had a disagreement with a member of a church staff
  • If you feel like no one notices if you were there or not
  • If you feel like you don’t belong…

Please consider our invitation to come and talk with us. We would like to invite you to come home. We miss you! There is no obligation. There will be no pressure. This is an opportunity to share your stories of why you left and where you are now. We would like to share our stories of faith with you. For more information, please call Sr. Pat @ 264-5071 or email her at spt@sacredheartchurch.info or click here for additional information and the syllabus

For those looking for more information, there are also some wonderful resources available online at oncecatholic.org
and
catholicscomehome.org

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