October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To learn more about the Catholic response, visit the U.S. Bishop’s website for their Pastoral Letter: “When I Call for Help” at http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/marriage/domestic-violence/when-i-call-for-help.cfm.   If you or a family member or friend needs help now, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800‐799‐7233 (24 hours); 800‐787‐3224 (TTY); www.ndvh.org.   If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Sacred Heart has electronic giving, known as EFTs. What’re the benefits of using EFTs? We’re able to record donations and give you a contribution statement at the end of the year for tax purposes as we do for envelope users. EFTs are also a nice alternative for those who forget their envelopes or misplace them. If you want to sign up, contact the Parish Office. They will send you a form to fill out. Electronic giving is customizable—you can set…

On September 8, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Bishop Quinn will renew the consecration of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, during the 10:30 am Mass. All are welcome to this annual event.