Sacred Heart of Jesus (Diocese of Harrisburg, Lewistown)

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Sacred Heart of Jesus
City:

Lewistown, PA

Website: https://www.sacredheartlewistown.com/
Email:

shparishoffice@sacredheartlewistown.com

Sacred Heart of Jesus is in Pennsylvania (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Harrisburg.

It is dedicated to Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Location

It is located at 9 N Brown St, Lewistown, PA 17044.

Sacred Heart of Jesus
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[[Category:Diocese of Harrisburg]]

History

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, serves the Catholic community in Mifflin County. The parish is dedicated to living out the message of Christ through love and service, embodying a welcoming Catholic community. While the exact founding date is not specified, Sacred Heart of Jesus has been a pivotal point for Catholic worship and community life in the area, focusing on fostering faith, education, and outreach.[1]

The parish has a commitment to spreading faith and love, as stated in its mission. It supports the local community through various ministries, including outreach to those in need, education in faith and knowledge, and the celebration of sacraments. Sacred Heart of Jesus is known for its efforts to unite people in Jesus' Sacred Heart by living the life He exemplified.[2]

Sacred Heart of Jesus School is associated with the parish, providing Catholic education to the children of the community. The school operates from 110 North Dorcas Street, offering a Christ-centered, affordable, and quality education in a safe, nurturing environment. This emphasis on education reflects the parish's broader mission to educate both in faith and academics.[3]

The parish has been involved in community events, including the blessing of a new grill at the rectory, symbolizing community gatherings and celebrations. This event was notable for being conducted by the parish's pastor alongside a seminarian and another priest, showcasing the parish's engagement with its community.[4]

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish maintains an active online presence, including a website and a page on social media platforms like Facebook, where it shares updates on events, Mass schedules, and community news. This digital outreach helps connect the parish with both its local congregation and those further afield.[5]

Related parishes

  • Saint Jude Thaddeus, Mifflintown, PA
  • Saint Joseph, Danville, PA

References

  1. ↑ "Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish - Lewistown". https://www.sacredheartlewistown.com/. 
  2. ↑ "Sacred Heart of Jesus - Lewistown". https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/sacred-heart-of-jesus-lewistown/. 
  3. ↑ "Welcome to Sacred Heart School". https://www.sacredheartschool.com/. 
  4. ↑ "Bless this grill". https://www.lewistownsentinel.com/news/local_news/bless-this-grill/article_20d68c37-8652-55e7-88b7-70c15f0e621a.html. 
  5. ↑ "Sacred Heart of Jesus Lewistown". https://www.facebook.com/SacredHeartLewistown/. 
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