While liturgically we must celebrate the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, behind the scenes our dear St. John Paull II is celebrating his feast day! We would like to share with a reflection he gave on the Sacred Heart. He spent three summers reflecting upon the Litany of the Sacred Heart in his weekly Angelus address and the following is from his reflection on July 9, 1989: "'Heart of Jesus, substantially united to the Word of God, have mercy on us.'

For those of our readers who live in the area of Holyoke, Springfield MA, you have the unique opportunity to enter more deeply into Sacred Heart Spirituality. Click on the picture and you will find out more. Audio link available.

This coming Sunday, January 31st, Fr. Seán O'Mannion will be giving his monthly mini-retreat at the Immaculate Conception Church, 54 North Summer St, Holyoke, MA. The mini-retreat begins at 3:00 PM and will end at 5:00 PM. All are invited! Hope to see you there!