The National Eucharistic Congress is a milestone moment of a three-year initiative of the USCCB designed to renew the Catholic Church in the U.S. by bringing forth an encounter with the living Lord Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. A reinstitution of a powerful and fruitful tradition not seen in America since the start of World War II, the 10th National Eucharistic Congress invites a movement of the faithful, by way of pilgrimage, to share in a celebration of the gift of Christ’s love in the Eucharist, July 17-21, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium and surrounding venues in Indianapolis, IN. Registration pathways for individuals and groups can be found at eucharisticcongress.org/.

Registration provides a "Congress pass" to attend all NEC events over the five days, including entrance to all general session programming, catechetical sessions, breakouts, arena seating at Mass, evening concerts, and official entertainment. Opportunities for faith enrichment include chapels for silent and contemplative prayer, prayer experiences, various areas for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and multiple Masses from various liturgical rites offered daily with a final liturgical celebration on the last day that will unite all participants in worship of the Eucharist.

While lodging is not included in the registration cost, special discounted rates are offered at more than 25 area hotels, many within walking distance, where pilgrims can make overnight accommodations. Your registration confirmation email will include a booking link to secure your hotel room(s) at discounted pricing.

     Prayer for Vocations

     Heavenly Father, Lord of the Harvest, call forth vocations to the priesthood from our archdiocese and families.
     Jesus, Eternal High Priest, give us men willing to sacrifice and serve.  Make their hearts after your own Sacred Heart.
     Holy Spirit, Everlasting Love between the Father and Son, strenghten, inspire, and set men on fire with divine charity.  Grant them the courage to say yes to their vocation.
     Holy Mary, mother of God, Mother of priests, comfort and protect your sons as they discern their call. With Saint Joseph, may they know your love and companionship as they deepen their relationship with Jesus.
     Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.  St. Anne, pray for us.  St. John Vianney, patron saint of priests, pray for us.

Financial support offered by members and friends of the Sacred Heart Community is both deeply appreciated and essential to the ongoing financial stability of our community.  To arrange for electronic transfers from your checking account, follow the instructions on the form found here and submit to the parish office.    To support Sacred Heart by credit card through the website of the Archdiocese of Detroit, you may click here to contribute in that way.  If you wish to use weekly offertory envelopes, dropping them in the collection basket at weekend Mass, please contact the parish office.  To support Sacred Heart through this year's Catholic Services Appeal, please click here.  If you have any questions or need assistance, please call the parish office.  God bless you abundantly for your generosity.

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