We are all hearing about early voting.  I can’t wait till the mid-term election results are in and my hope and prayer is that it will be good news.  I decided to vote early and couldn’t believe the number of people at the town clerk’s office Friday.  Several people said, “This is important, and I want to make sure my voice is heard loud and clear!”  I was feeling the same way.  Being heard is very important and I want to be heard.

I wish to thank all those who have submitted their Commitment cards so far.  For those of you who have yet to do so remember you can fill them in on our website.  There are also cards and catalogs of ministry descriptions at the doors of the church.  Please make your pledge to our Catholic Community known, we count on all of us to walk this journey of faith together.

Anyone listening to the pledge drives for NPR or WCRB will hear how important listener support is as it provides 70% of their budget.  Through our Annual Stewardship Appeal pledge drive, pooling our resources of time, talent and treasure provides 100% of our support.  We do not have resources from outside the parish to fill our ministries, our pews or pay our expenses.  It requires the support of each and every one of our parishioners for us to function as a parish community. 

We are in full swing with events happening here at Sacred Heart.  A reminder that this weekend October 14 and 15 is “Fill-a-Ford,” we are collecting snack items, quick breakfast foods and meals for those students in Hopedale who are in need.  The truck in front church will be there both days to collect food items.  Every bit helps those in need.

Many of you know how much I love to travel and what an adventurous traveler I am.  After returning from Russia, several of you asked where I was off to next.   Oberammergau, Germany for the 2020 Passion Play is next on my list.  “Can we come?  We would love to travel with you!”