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Knights of Columbus Hoagie Sales

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:16:53 GMT

Knights of Columbus Hoagie Sales

Did you know that the Knights of Columbus here at Sacred Heart host a hoagie sale each month? That's right. The third Saturday morning of every month, the men of the Knights of Columbus gather to make delicious hoagies. The proceeds from the hoagies go to the council's outreach programs. Make sure to order your hoagies by Friday at 3:00pm.

Pick up is Saturday 10am-12 Noon at the Family Center.
Call 856-733-0202 or email KofCHoagies@gmail.com

New Saints!

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:19:07 GMT

New Saints for 2025!

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, Pope Leo XIV spoke the truth that we all already knew about these two young men: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati are officially recognized as canonized Saints in the Catholic Church!

"For the honor of the Holy and Undivided Trinity, the exaltation of the Catholic faith and the increase of the Christian life; by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, and of the blessed Apostles Peter and Paul, and Our own; after mature deliberation and having frequently implored the divine assistance, and having sought the counsel of many of Our brother Bishops: We decree and define the Blesseds Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis to be Saints, and We inscribe them in the Catalogue of Saints, establishing them to be recollected among the Saints with with pious devotion by the universal Church. In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."

Saints Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis, pray for us!

Pier Giorgio Frassati was born in 1901 to a wealthy family in Turin, Italy. He was an athletic, friendly, energetic young man who

enjoyed downhill skiing and mountain climbing. Photos of Pier Giorgio often show him with a huge grin on his face, surrounded by his friends. Pier Giorgio loved taking treks into the nearby mountains where he would tell his companions, “The higher we go, the better we shall hear the voice of Christ.” He enjoyed discussing faith while on his outdoor adventures. Pier Giorgio frequently participated in Mass and Adoration. Prayer was the foundation of his days. Unknown to his family, Pier Giorgio also lived out his faith through acts of service. He showed great generosity to those in need, visiting the poor and sick of his community. He provided for their needs and was later called “A Man of the Beatitudes” by Pope St. John Paul II, who beatified him in 1990. Pier Giorgio Frassati continues to inspire the Church, and he was canonized a Saint on September 7, 2025 during the Jubilee year in Rome. His feast day is celebrated on July 4.

Do you or your friends enjoy soccer or making funny videos of your dogs? Do any of your classmates play Pokémon or Nintendo? Have any of your friends ever dressed up as Spider-Man for Halloween? Do you like to wear jeans and sneakers?

If so, you and your friends might have some things in common with Saint Carlo Acutis! Carlo was born in 1991 in England, but grew up in Italy. He enjoyed many things that his peers also enjoyed, including playing video games and learning computer programming. But Carlo’s life was also one of heroic virtue. He was a thoughtful friend, supporting those going through hard times, like the divorce of their parents. He was dedicated to prayer and encouraged his family to go to Mass. Carlo wanted to connect his love for Jesus in the Eucharist to his computer skills, so he created a website cataloging Eucharistic miracles from around the world. He thought that if people could see and read about these miraculous events, they would come to believe

that Jesus is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. You can still view his website at miracolieucaristici.org! Sadly, Carlo died of leukemia at the age of fifteen in 2006. He exhibited great holiness during the suffering of his final days. His legacy of prayer and heroic virtue lives on today, inspiring countless young people to follow Jesus more closely. His tomb is in Assisi, Italy,

the home of his favorite Saint, St. Francis of Assisi. Carlo was canonized a Saint on September 7, 2025 and his Feast Day is celebrated on October 12th.

All Saints Day

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:44:30 GMT

First Annual All Saints Day Celebration

Christmas Bazaar 2024

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:38:56 GMT

Christmas Bazaar 2024

Join us Friday, November 29, 2024 and Saturday, November 30, 2024 for our annual Christmas Bazaar. Support your church and local vendors and crafters for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Get your Christmas Shopping done. Don't forget to buy your

Super 50/50 ticket for $10. The drawing will take place at 2:00pm on Saturday, November 30 during the Bazaar. Pictures with Santa, lots of delicious food, and so much more! We can't wait to see you there! ALL VENDOR SPOTS ARE FULL! We look forward to seeing everyone at the Bazaar!

Mass at the Riverbank

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 03:19:36 GMT

Join us for Mass at the Riverbank.

205 Bank Ave. Riverton, NJ 08077

For the first time in nearly 50 years, we are having Mass at the Riverbank! Please join us on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 3:00pm.

There is no parking on Bank Avenue. You will have to park on the side streets and walk to the house. The house is located between Lippincott and Thomas Avenues.

We are looking forward to celebrating a beautiful Mass with you.

Blessing of the Animals

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:13:41 GMT

October 4, 2024 | 6:00pm | Outside Church

Blessing of the Animals

We celebrated the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with a Blessing of the Animals. We were very happy to see all of the people who brought their furry friends with them to be blessed.

Volunteers Needed

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 20:10:52 GMT

"Together we foster a welcoming spirit of unity while honoring our diversity which leads to a graced harmony among us since Christ is the center of all we are and do."

We all want our lives to make an impact. You are being invited to make an eternal impact. You can volunteer for a ministry at Sacred Heart and bring others to Christ. According to Ephesians 2:10, "For we are his handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for the good works that God has prepared in advance, that we should live in them." As Christians, we are called to do good works and live in them. You are important. You matter. What you do matters. God prepares the works and he also prepares His people. You have been given a gift from God to share with others.

Matthew 5: 13-16 states, "You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father."

We invite you to share these gifts and talents with the parish community at Sacred Heart. Please text Bridget at 856-291-0480 for more information.

Sacred Heart Block Party 2024

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:21:22 GMT

The Sacred Heart Block Party is back for 2024!

Please join us after the 11:30am Mass on Sunday, September 22, 2024 for a wonderful celebration! We can't wait to party with all of you!

Please take lots of pictures at the block party and email them to Bridget. bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com

Knights of Columbus Hoagie Sale

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:13:49 GMT

Order your delicious hoagies today! The Knights of Columbus make fresh, delicious hoagies every month. Get your orders in by Friday 3:00pm the day before the hoagie sale to make sure they have enough for all of the orders.

Adoration on September 18

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:43:05 GMT

Adoration with Praise & Worship

Join us Wednesday, September 18, 2024 in the Church for Adoration with praise and worship before the Blessed Sacrament.

Come and adore Jesus in the Eucharist!

6:30pm at Sacred Heart Church Riverton, NJ

Contact Bridget with any questions.

856-829-0090 X118

Blood Drive August 8, 2024

bridgetshcriverton@gmail.com (Bridget Iwaszczenko) — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 21:07:46 GMT

Please join us for a blood drive at Sacred Heart Church on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment.

Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you are an eligible type O, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: Sacred Heart Church to schedule an appointment.

Epiphany

test@4lpi.com (Web Team) — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 12:28:16 GMT

Besides the Wise Men, what is significant about the Epiphany?

How do you manifest Jesus to all with whom you come into contact?

Epiphany means “manifestation,” or public display. The feast is usually celebrated January 6. In the US, it is celebrated on the Sunday nearest to January 6. It originates from a story unique to Matthew (2:1-12). Magi from the East come to offer homage to the newborn King, presenting him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

This part of Matthew’s infancy narrative differs from Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus. In Luke there are no Magi, star, nor gifts. Luke has Jesus being born in a stable after Mary and Joseph’s long travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Matthew seems to have the family living in a house in Bethlehem, where the Magi find them.

Why these differences? They stem from the needs and concerns of the audience the authors were addressing, as well as the theological stance of each author. Knowing the original intention helps get at the correct interpretation of the text.

Since Matthew was writing primarily to a Jewish community, his concern was to show that Jesus did not come just for Jews, but for Gentiles as well. From his very birth, Jesus not only manifests himself to Jews, but also to Gentiles, who are prominently included in the manifestation, symbolized by the Magi and their journey. This is the most significant aspect of the feast of Epiphany. How do you manifest Jesus to all with whom you come into contact?

©LPi

Baptism of the Lord

test@4lpi.com (Web Team) — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 13:16:32 GMT

“We are called to live our baptism every day, as new creatures, clothed in Christ.”

— Pope Francis

What reference point do you use when making decisions? Many times, impulse takes control and decisions are made based solely on emotion and desire. We all know that these types of decisions can often get us into trouble. When a person has a confident sense of who they are and a real understanding of what is important and of value, the likelihood of kneejerk impulsive choices diminishes. Baptism gives us what we need to make well informed and purposeful decisions. By this simple gesture, God claims us as His own and provides us with the identity and purpose we need to properly live life.

It is tremendously reassuring, when we truly embrace this revelation and realize that we no longer have to wonder about the purpose of our lives or struggle to find our way. The answer of who we are in God has been given to us. We no longer have to fumble around, trip over ourselves or walk aimlessly about. Issues surrounding the sacredness of life, the meaning of death, the protection of those most vulnerable, care for the weak and the poor, offering hospitality to those in search of a home, the purpose and proper place of work, how to create a just social order, caring for creation, and understanding our roles as heralds and stewards are just a few of the wonderful gifts baptism brings. When we make decisions based on things such as these core Gospel truths we really act as Christ himself, revealing to others the new creations that we are. This is how we live our baptism.

It is difficult to walk against the tide. Yet, that is precisely what baptism calls us to do. Although we are sinners, in need of mercy and far from perfection we are called to order our life and make decisions based upon the wisdom and guidance of Almighty God. He alone is the one who can claim us as His sons and daughters. Standing up for our principles will not make us popular. But who ever said Christianity is a popularity contest? Baptism calls us to stand up for that which goes against the grain of secularism. Standing in line with other sinners, we have our anchor to steady us in the tempests of life and God is very pleased. Forge ahead. There is nothing to fear.