There are so many individuals who help a parish to do its invaluable work in the promoting and spreading of God’s Good News and maintaining his Holy House. Thank you to the Knights of Columbus for all the hard work of putting together a monthly parish breakfast that brings community together. The proceeds from these breakfasts have provided needed funds for the maintenance and new projects for the upkeep of God’s house. Thank you to parishioners like Gary Cormier who give of their time, talents and resources to keep the church safe for our community. Parishioners like Paul Windham take the time to work with entities that come in to do projects. The Parish and Finance Councils assist Fr. Bernard in the difficult job of running the parish, providing their skills, counsel and perspective. Thank you to Mary Murphy for her tireless weekly preparations for the Holy Mass. Religious education teachers help raise up a new generation of saints. RCIA teachers guide thirsting souls to their home in Christ. Lectors, Readers and Music folk envelop us in the poetry of the Psalms, God’s messages of love and angelic sounds that lift up hearts and minds to God.The altar flowers provide beauty, a reminder of God’s miraculous goodness, and are purchased and lovingly arranged. Precious individuals clean and vacuum the church, creating a sparkling space in which to worship. When events like the Priests Appreciation happen a great deal of effort is needed in organization, preparation and on-the-ground serving and clean up and parishioners are always willing to jump in.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As I write this farewell message, my heart is filled with gratitude, joy, and a touch of sadness.

Reflecting on the Gospel for this weekend, where Jesus speaks of the poor widow who gave all she had, I am reminded of this community’s generous spirit—the sacrifices, kindness, and unwavering faith you have shown throughout my time here. You have embodied true discipleship, making my years in Eureka a cherished gift. Eureka, with its majestic redwoods, stunning ocean views, and historic charm, has been more than a place—it has been a testament to the beauty of God’s creation and the faith that thrives within it. St. Bernard, Sacred Heart, and St. Joseph Mission, stand as silent witnesses to generations of worship, prayer, and love. I have been blessed beyond measure to serve you all celebrating the Holy Eucharist and the sacraments in these sacred spaces that hold so many memories.

The past three years and four months have been a journey of deep connection. Your smiles, warm greetings, and open hearts have made this parish my home. From our shared moments of prayer to conversations over meals, you have welcomed me into your lives with a love that I will carry forever.

To Fr. Bernard D’Sa, your mentorship has been a true blessing. Your guidance and friendship have been like a steady light on this path, whether we were exchanging pastoral insights, sharing an NBA game, or simply talking about life. Thank you, Fr. D’Sa, for all you’ve done to help me grow in ministry.

To the deacons, your steadfast support has been invaluable, always ready to lend a hand with humility and grace. I am deeply thankful for your presence and dedication.

To all of you, the faithful: thank you for opening your hearts and homes to me, for sharing your stories, joys, and even your sorrows. I am touched by the way you embraced me in celebrations—birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones—and trusted me with your prayers and moments that hold sacred meaning.

As I prepare to serve as Pastor at St. Mary’s Parish in Lakeport and St. Peter’s in Kelseyville, I take with me the love, prayers, and memories of this incredible community. I will hold you all close in my heart and lift you in prayer always. I ask for your prayers as I start on this new chapter, that God may guide me with the same grace I have witnessed here.

May God bless each of you abundantly. You will forever be in my thoughts, love, and prayers.

With heartfelt gratitude and affection,

                                               – Fr. Sudhakar Mannam

There are All Souls Day envelopes on the tables by the entrances. If you would like to have loved ones remembered at the Holy Mass, please fill out the All Souls Day envelopes with their names. If you wish please include a donation and place the envelope in the collection basket.  They will be placed on the Altar during the month of November.

You can keep up with what is going on at Sacred Heart parish by reading the articles on our NEWS page. You can navigate there by using the menu at the top of the page or by clicking on the link below.

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From Oct 27^th-Dec 1^st donation boxes will be placed in the churches for Catholic Detention Ministries. They are requesting donations of Christmas cards and small individually wrapped candies. Please only unused Christmas cards with envelopes for the use of the inmates of the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. The facility requests that candies remain in their unopened store packages in which they are sold for safety reasons.

This is a combined effort of the local Catholic churches to put together 300 packages, one for each inmate. This has been much appreciated by the inmates in the past. These people do not have a source of cards to send to their families, so these cards are very welcome. The candies provide a little something nice for these people who find little joy on Christmas. 

Please leave donations at the church or church office no later than Sunday, Dec 1^st, when they will be for picked up. For more information or questions call or email St. Mary Church in Arcata.

 The human heart seems ultimately to manifest itself in the desire to be loved and to love in return.  Until then, as St. Augustine said, our hearts are restless until they rest in God who is Love.  As Catholic Christians, we are privileged to share God’s love through Mass, the Sacraments and how we live our life.

Do you know someone thirsting for God?   Do you know someone not baptized or baptized in a different Christian tradition thirsting to know what it means to be Catholic?  Do you know someone already Catholic but who has not yet received the Eucharist or been confirmed?  They may be thirsting, too.The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a place to ask questions and seek understanding.  Weekly “no strings” inquiry gatherings will be held at 7 pm on Tuesday evenings beginning in September.  We would love for you to invite/accompany anyone you know whose heart is restless for the God who loves them. 

For more information, please contact Liz McGee (707-599-6138) or contact the rectory office. stbshrcia25@gmail.com.

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The Sacred Heart Rosary group invites you to join them on Tuesdays at 11:30 at Sacred Heart Church in the chapel.  We look forward seeing you there.

Another Text Scam supposedly from Fr. Bernard or other priests asking for favors, money, gift cards etc. has been going around.

Please disregard. Do not respond!

In the spirit of “I will allure her… and speak to her heart. She shall respond… and she shall call me “My Husband” (Hosea 2:16-18), allow the sanctuary to be a place where others and you can be courted and allured by God.

Please…

• Turn your phones and smart watches completely off before entering.
• Arrive early and prepare your mind.
• Enter through the front door.
• Sit in the center of the pew so others can easily find a seat.
• If you are late, do not ask someone to move; stand in the back.
• Please don’t be a distraction: please do not remove or put on clothing; drink, eat, speak, or look around when it is not part of the Mass; add extra words or other distractions to prayers; arrange your hair; etc. Please stay focused so that you and others may be fully receptive.
• When the final prayer or song from Mass is done, please return the missalettes, check them for order, and remove trash from the pews.
• Consider dressing, the drive, and the walk to and from the sanctuary as a pilgrimage which is leading to the courtship, and that others may be ruminating on Scripture in their interior space and not necessarily wanting to be social.

  Thank you for your consideration!
  God bless you.

For something so integral and important to a person’s flourishing and happiness and the health of our society marriage is generally given little attention in the world, but the Catholic Church has consistently led the way in educating and supporting couples, preparing them for this magnicent vocation with Christ as its center. Considering Marriage? Check out the diocesan website: https://srdiocese.org/marriage-preparation

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If you have a special need of any sort, we have a prayer team who will pray on your behalf.  Let us pray with you, and for you.  Surround yourself with prayer. 

Call our prayer line leader Toni 24/7 at (707) 445-361six

With the prevalence of easy-to-access technology and the vast variety of ways people communicate these days, the pervasiveness of people who make it their mission to scam people out of money using digital trickery is only increasing. We collected some of the most common scams that are directed specifically toward Catholics as well as how to identify and avoid them in order to protect yourself from online criminals. 

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