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 has shaped our community in countless ways.

As Father concludes his service here, we also note that there will be no 10:30 AM Mass on Sunday, July 12th at Sacred Heart. Father will be in Fairbank that morning for his final Sunday Mass at Immaculate Conception and their farewell celebration.

If you are unable to attend the July 11th gathering, you are welcome to send Father a card or note of appreciation. Cards may be mailed directly to his new address or dropped in the collection basket or at the Parish Office, and we will ensure they reach him.

Fr. Atwood’s new address: 106 Chapel Lane Charles City, IA 50616

Let us hold Father in prayer as he continues to serve the Church and the people of God he shepherds.  May God bless him abundantly for all he has given, and may the Holy Spirit guide his steps in the journey ahead.