Dear Sacred Heart Parish Family,
We have had a beautiful start to the month of November. We owe a debt of gratitude to all those who helped with the liturgies this week, for all those who helped clean our cemetery last weekend, and everyone who helped place candles on graves All Souls evening.
It was an active week on the hill with a crew cleaning the perimeter of the cemetery and with specialists searching for unmarked graves. We have to report that a very large number of marked and unmarked graves have been located, with more to go. We are still assessing these initial findings and consulting with the Archdiocese and Catholic Cemeteries. We will have a fuller report for you in the near future.
Next Wednesday and Thursday we will be away at the Archdiocese's priest convocation, the first since 2019, as a result, there will be no confessions next Wednesday. We hope to have both Mass covered on Thursday, if not, our deacons will celebrate communion services.
Friday, November 11, Veterans Day, the parish office will be closed and there will be only one Mass at 8 AM.
This weekend's second collection will be for the retired priest's fund of the Archdiocese.
Have a blessed weekend and see you at Mass!
God bless,
Fr. Potts and Fr. Russo
Donuts after Mass!
After the 8 AM and 10 AM Masses, come for donuts, coffee, and community!
Pray for priests!
First Saturday - Holy Hour for priests,
this Saturday,
8 AM to 9 AM
in the Church
Women's Advent Tea
Saturday, December 3 ~ 1:00-3:00 pm ~ Carroll Hall
Sodality Meeting
All women of the parish are invited to join Our Lady’s Sodality on Monday, November 7 in the Chapel at 6:40 p.m. for the Rosary followed by Mass at 7:00 p.m. There will be a meeting after Mass in Whitemarsh Hall. Deacon Bob Seith will be our guest speaker and will speak about what it means to go “To Jesus through Mary.” For more information contact Ellen Ewing at 301-789-7127.
Swing Dance Night for Teens
Senior Luncheon - Calling all seniors!
Please join us on Wednesday, November 16 at noon in Whitemarsh Hall for our potluck luncheon. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow parishioners while enjoying a delicious lunch. Don’t feel like cooking… store bought is always welcomed! Please RSVP to Mary Walsh-Coe at 301-262-0704 so we have enough seating. Spread the word and bring a friend!
House on the Hill:
Spanish Speakers Needed
House on the Hill is seeking volunteers who are able to speak Spanish. If you have a basic speaking ability in Spanish and are interested in assisting, please contact Ella Rice: ellabrice@protonmail.com
It's a Scam!
Some folks have been getting text messages and emails saying that Father Potts needs assistance. It's a scam! Father Potts will never solicit gift cards or other financial assistance through emails or text messages.
Contact the Parish Office:
(M-Thur. 9-4:30, Fri. 9-1)
301-262-0704 or
parishoffice@sacredheartbowie.org
Enroll in online giving Here
or Text a dollar amount to:
301-245-1767 and then complete the contact and billing form.
Religious Education (CCD):
Catholic Counseling Program:
301-541-3740 or
Youth Ministry: sacredheartbowieyg@gmail.com