From the desk of Father Tri

My dear parishioners,

The changing colors of the leaves signal the changing of the seasons. November also marks the closing weeks of the Church's liturgical year and is the month when we are especially invited to pray for the Souls of the Faithful Departed. There is a time for celebration, a time for growth, and a time for preparation for eternal life. There is something beautiful and wholesome in living our lives according to this sacred rhythm.

The foundation of our belief in praying for the dead is the Communion of Saints. In Christ, we are one communion, what St. Paul calls the "Body of Christ." Within this communion, the faithful on earth are united with the blessed saints in heaven and with the souls undergoing purification before entering into the fullness of union with the Lord.

As Christians, we are called to remember and pray for the dead. This is one of the spiritual works of mercy taught by Sacred Scripture and the Catholic Church. We believe the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is the Church's highest and most important prayer. In the Eucharistic Sacrifice, Christ's prayer is offered for both the living and the dead. We unite our prayers, sacrifices, and acts of charity to His perfect offering. Through our communion with Christ, we are renewed in our communion with one another and strengthened by a love that even death cannot destroy.

Let us live this communion with faith and love. Let us pray for the faithful departed by offering Masses, performing works of charity, and making sacrifices for their benefit. This rich and beautiful communion leads us toward the eternal life promised by Christ.

In the Sacred Heart of Jesus,

Father Tri John-Bosco Nguyen

Rector and Pastor

Keep the fellowship going! Join us on Sacred Heart Way after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses for donuts and coffee, and after the Sunday 5:00 p.m. Mass for sandwiches, wine, and good company!

November is Black Catholic History Month

CCW - Pecan Sale

Young Families Ministry

Young Families are invited to gather Sundays in the double classroom downstairs during Faith Formation classes. We recognize that raising a holy, joyful family in the modern world is both a sacred vocation and a daily adventure. Young children not currently attending class are welcome to come with their parents! We look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

Want more information? Contact AJ Alix at aj@vitaordo.com.

Thanksgiving at the Basilica

Women's Advent Retreat

Join the women of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus for two presentations by artists Kathy Rennell Forbes and Cathy Ehrler. Each will share her artwork and personal reflections on how spirituality inspires her creative life—and how using her gifts becomes an offering of gratitude to God.

Come enjoy their art and stories, and reflect on the gifts God has placed in your own life. You don’t need to be an artist to be inspired!

Sponsored by the Basilica's Council of Catholic Women. No fee, but we do ask that you RSVP.

RSVP for the Retreat

St. Vincent de Paul

ONE SETBACK CAN CHANGE EVERYTHING.

As rising costs push more families to the financial brink, one unexpected expense can quickly turn into a crisis. Your generous contributions to the November 8th Second Collection will provide our SVDP Conference with the resources to respond quickly and offer vital assistance to Neighbors in need—providing food, clothing, and shelter while helping them regain stability and work toward self-sufficiency.

Thank you for your continued generosity, support, and prayers. Together, we can help families weather life’s unexpected challenges and find hope for a more stable future. Ready to get involved? Contact Ruth Gates: reatx@yahoo.com

Bulletin Advertisers Needed

Thank you for supporting our parish bulletin!

Mary Frericks from Diocesan, our bulletin publishing partner, is currently working to renew existing bulletin ads and welcome new advertisers. Our bulletin is available in print and online. We are grateful that this crucial communication piece is provided to our parish at no cost thanks to the generous support of our bulletin advertisers. We are considering increasing the number of pages to include more information, Spanish translations, and additional graphics.

Thank you to current advertisers, we appreciate your loyal ad support. We ask our parishioners and guests to reciprocate this support and patronize our loyal bulletin sponsors. If you are interested in placing an ad for your business, nonprofit, or as a memorial for a loved one, please reach out to Mary by phone, text or email at 404-771-2564 or MFrericks@Diocesan.com.

Knights of Columbus

Please be generous to prepare families for the upcoming winter months.

Inspired to get involved with the Knights of Columbus? We are recruiting men to join us in the many good works we perform for the parish and the community at large. Our Council allows like-minded Catholic men to live out their faith through fellowship and action. For more information, contact Andy Foresman at aforesman@bellsouth.net.

To join as an online member, click on the link below:

Join Us | Knights of Columbus (kofc.org). When completing the online application form, enter the promo code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY to join for free, enter Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus as your parish, and Council 15848 as the council connected with the church.

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An Ecumenical Gathering

Let us pray

Sunday Readings

For our faithful departed. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.

For the sick of our parish, especially: Bernice Caruso, Fran Carroll, Judy Castle, Henry Erbeck, Bobbie Overton, Ivan Pavlovich, Fred Pond, Mia Pond, Beverly Shlapak, Mike Wazlavek, Cathy Weaver, and Gift of Grace House residents.

For our men and women in uniform, especially: Christofer Arguedas, Madison Bips, Paul Brieske, Brock Campbell, Rafael Duralde, Grier Jobson, and Devin Thomas.

Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for November: For the proper use of wealth. Let us pray for the proper use of wealth, that not succumbing to the temptation of selfishness, it may always be put at the service the common good and solidarity of those who have less.

To add or remove names from our prayer lists, please contact Kelly Schreckenberger: kschreckenberger@sacredheartatlanta.org.

Visits to the Sick & Homebound

If you (or a family member) is sick, homebound, or in the hospital and would like to receive Holy Communion or the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the parish office directly at 404-522-6800.

Mass Intentions

Visit: sacredheartatlanta.org/mass-intentions/ to view current and available intentions.

A mass intention is a specific request for a Mass to be celebrated for a particular person or purpose.

Common reasons for a mass intention include:

For the deceased: To pray for the repose of the soul of a loved one who has died, believing that these prayers can help them on their journey to heaven.

For the living: To pray for the healing of a sick person, to offer thanks, or for other personal needs and concerns.

For special occasions: To commemorate an event like a wedding anniversary, birthday, or other significant life moment.

If you would like to schedule a Mass Intention, click on Request Mass Intention to view available dates and schedule your Mass Intention online. Masses that show in green are available to schedule. The schedule is open four months in advance.

Altar Flowers

Flowers may be ordered in memory or in honor of a loved one. The arrangement will be displayed at the altar from the Saturday Vigil Mass through the 5:00 pm Mass on Sunday. If no other events require special flower arrangements, the flowers will remain during the week. The intention for the flowers will be listed in the bulletin. Two arrangements are available each week at the cost of $100.00 each. (You may purchase one or both arrangements). Names will be listed in the bulletin.

To view available dates for Mass Intentions, Altar Flowers, and Candle Intentions, visit: https://sacredheartatlanta.org/mass-intentions/.

Eucharistic Adoration

Adoration is offered Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. -1:30 p.m, and Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00 p.m.