With grateful hearts, we invite our parish family to gather on Saturday, July 11th at 4:30 PM as Father Atwood celebrates his final Weekend Mass at Sacred Heart. After nine years of shepherding our parish, we come together to honor his ministry among us and to entrust him lovingly to the Lord’s care as he begins his next assignment. Following Mass, please join us in the Social Hall for a Farewell Party and Meal, provided by the parish. This will be a blessed time to share memories, offer thanks, and surround Father with our prayers and good wishes. His presence…
Read MoreA Patriotic and Faith‑Filled Celebration by CDA On this 250th anniversary of America’s founding, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the Catholic Daughters of Court St. Rita #321 here in Oelwein. Today, on July 4th, they offered our parish and community a beautiful gift: a Patriotic America Rosary prayed at Sacred Heart Church. In a time when our nation deeply needs unity, hope, and prayer, these women led us in lifting our country to God, asking for protection, wisdom, and renewed virtue for all who call America home. Their dedication to faith, service, and love of country shines brightly,…
Read MoreA fitting motto for this day is found in the acronym "MAHA," which stands for Make America Holy Again. Let these words and the grace of almighty God inspire us to spread the Gospel across our land this day and invite all to share in God's life and love. God bless America!
Read MoreWe have arrived at the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence! This is a glorious day for our nation, as we mark two and a half centuries of freedom and independence. Let us celebrate with pride our nation's heritage and pledge ourselves to continue the struggle for justice and freedom for all. Happy birthday, America! God bless our nation.
Read MoreCongratulations to Our Newly Confirmed! Today, our parish family at Sacred Heart and Immaculate Conception rejoices with deep gratitude as twenty of our young people received the Sacrament of Confirmation at the 2:00 PM Mass, celebrated with Archbishop Thomas Zinkula. After a year of prayerful preparation, they have been sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit, a moment of grace that strengthens them for a life of faithful discipleship. May the Holy Spirit fill them with His gifts of Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord. May His presence bring joy to their hearts, confidence…
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