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Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School Premier Parking Auction July 27-31st
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Annie Menghini, Forever Cardinal from the Class of 2016 shares her perspective on her life at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Parish and School in this week's Flocknote. We just had to share it here too. So many of us feel deeply grateful for how God has transformed our hearts through what He creates moment by moment on the corner of Johnson Drive and Monticello. Annie- thank you for transcribing the message that exists in the hearts of those that call SHOJ home. It is like a love letter to His Most Sacred Heart. https://youtu.be/5sY22eP6M30?feature=shared

Dear Friends of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Parish and School- We love our adult volunteers and the witness they provide to our students. Because our mission is first to love, serve, and protect our students, we require ALL volunteers to be Virtus trained. Please spread the word so that new/existing SHOJ friends can take advantage of this required (one-time) three hour training opportunity at our home parish.

The sun was shining INSIDE today and it was warm, comforting and inviting. The joy absolutely radiates from the man in the center of this photo-. Fr. Joseph Asante. The staff had a chance to have lunch with him today and it was ... glorious. We had tears welling up in our eyes not because of a certain story he was telling, but because the storyteller had a holiness that made the entire event feel more like an encounter. Let's continue to pray for Father Joseph. God's love for us is made visible in so many ways...that smile reveals His love yet again.

In her Rosary reflection, Class of 2025 graduate Allie Nyp focused on the gifts and graces of getting to know more about St. Bernadette. Click the link below to appreciate Allie's meditation on the path to holiness through sacrifice inspired by St. Bernadette.

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Class of 2025 graduate Ella Meidinger reads her Rosary Reflection she created in Mrs. Jones's 8th Grade writing class. Her subject matter: Saint Cecelia. Ella, wherever you are right this moment, you are probably honoring St. Cecilia by bringing a joyful tune to the life of those around you.

God bless the hearts and souls of these students. Bless their teacher who walks her students through this beautiful project every year. https://vimeo.com/1101998075

We love the story these pictures tell about the SHOJ circle of life. Joe and Cecelia have more in common than being cousins. They both celebrated their SHOJ graduation in May- one from preschool and one from 8th grade. Cecilia will join her big sister Alivia and Joe's younger brother Isaac at SHOJ in August. We also love this picture of their family outside of the church- the place where all of our graduations take place. These young souls are wrapped up in the love and support of family- what a gift. Those bonds of familial love are inspired by and fortified in the love of the holy family. Thank you ALL for your witness. God is so good

Cheers to beautiful beginnings! SHOJ host families and their new buddies gathered this evening on the playground for fun times and cool treats.

An Abundance of Grace! If you were in the SHOJ hallways circa 2009-2017, you have to remember these two Graces; Grace Wohletz and Grace Schierts.  As the countdown to the school year begins, teachers prepare lessons-yes. But the greatest work happens in the soul of a teacher. We are able to harvest an abundance of grace (small g-BIG impact) through the recollection of past students who have spent 180 days in our classrooms.  The fuel for the engine of an extraordinary teacher is the store of love he or she holds for every student on their class list this year, as well as every single student that God has ever shared with us.  Forever Cardinals Grace '17 and Grace '17 remain in our hearts still.  We are praying for you both and are proud to share the good news of your work for the kingdom.  Working at a school like Sacred Heart and teaching young souls like these puts you in the fast lane on a collision course with His Most Sacred Heart. All gas. No brakes. https://focus.org/missionaries/grace-wohletz/ https://christinthecity.org/missionary/grace-s/

SHOJ Parish and School partner and fellow parishioner Suzan Beran has extended the school supply order deadline to July 20 for those wishing to purchase the prepackaged school supplies. Thanks, Suzan!

Grandma Marie-We love you! Click below to learn more about one of our cherished volunteers. We are so blessed by our families and their legacy of faith and service.This clip was featured in the 6-27-25 SHOJ Parish Flocknote. https://email-mg.flocknote.com/c/eJxUzr9u2zAQgPGnOY0C747UiQMHoQZhpGldIA4CdLNMxrL1h4opC0KfvvDQods3fMMvOEEm0UV0KAYVGam56Jw91aYyxIjIFoWtYV3XNmglUZ2ZiqsjRUZVJEiKFZdkz58oKhDWrUbbglafQzr3U1pieU5jMbhuWeYM3AB5IP-2P7yU_y1A_plAngmtllqA_HoNMQF5I8hVra0B9kvq4wS8Y6AGqJF2__1D-vnQ9b_t_PN4ad5_rY-wfx9_XELzNm_lcfctDet2PAD5S_p4fX1p_3wBVY8c78A7SdQa9YhrZ_s0YQ59iHLbhiFX2_zF4ylX1pxQ6Losq8bxpoon9BrcP2hxd_1p6YYYp7KLOYNWuUu3Mt0vxerobwAAAP___9lq2w

Mad about maroon and plaid? Stop by our first ever Used Uniform Sale. Thursday, 6/26 from 7-9AM and 5-7PM. Thanks to an unbeatable squad of 8th graders (Lila, Victoria, and Caroline) and some amazing parents and teachers, we are ready to open for business!

Altar Server Training Sessions 2025 (June 29, July 6, August 17) Dear Parents: As we work to glorify and praise our Lord in the best possible way at the Liturgy, we have created an Altar Server Workshop (see options below) that will teach our young disciples how to serve the Mass. This training workshop is for any student (grades 5-12) who would like to be trained as a NEW Altar Server. It is also recommended for any current Altar Server who will be going into 7th grade (7th graders move into "cross" and "book" roles), or any current Altar Server who would like a review. Fr. Zarse asks that at least one parent attend this training workshop with your child/children so that you can support and encourage your child as they prepare to serve at Mass. Please sign up for the workshop that best fits your schedule. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Clement at kathy.clement@shoj.org Thank you for your support to this most important ministry. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4BAAAE2DA6F94-57106599-altar#/

Be sure to check your email/text messages for information about our first ever Used Uniform Sale!

There is no argument that getting on the same page with your spouse is a gift to your marriage and family. Come, join Hal and Lori Schierts in this summer marriage series and share a gift with your sweetheart by spending time focusing on your sacramental relationship. So much joy awaits. Hope to see you there! https://onrealm.org/SacredHeartCath/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=ODgwZGVkMWEtN2U5Ni00NWNiLWE5ODUtYjJiYjAxMGMzYTRi

Do you know your LETRS? All Sacred Heart teachers are taking LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) training. We are ready for summer, but we are committed to preparing minds for the future through this training based on the Science of Reading. This multiphase professional training that teachers are participating over the next two years operates at a pace and structure that will allow teachers to meet students’ needs even more effectively. The science piece is amazing and it intersects/inspires us with how wonderfully God has made the human intellect. PS. Mr. Chapman and his assistant provided an amazing homemade pizza lunch for the staff during training.

With a world that moves quickly, how do you respond to change and keep holiness at the center of your life? Listen to recent graduate Samuel Bosse's Rosary Reflection by clicking on the image or enjoy listening to it as a part of the latest installment of the War on Mediocrity episode, "Who's Really Changing You?" https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vrQ9xI3XvDxSISjyLkTwF?si=PCJ_8OmRT16zEp6Zja_8mg Enjoy

Don't miss the 3 part Summer Marriage Series coming Wednesday, June 11! See details in the flier.

At our Parent Meeting, Thursday, May 15th, we talked about the future and celebrated the past. Moving tributes to an irreplaceable squad of teachers who define what the Sacred Heart of Jesus community has been all about. It was such a packed house full of so much joy that, I am proud to say, we had to ask people to leave so that the cleaning crew could get in and complete their tasks. That's the community you amazing teachers have helped to build. We love you all and will try to make you proud as we continue to build minds for the future and souls for eternity.

SHOJ Preschool graduation is in the books! Congratulations to Ms. Megan, Ms. Leslie and the Class of 2025.