We, the Catholic Bishops of the Province of Baltimore and the Archdiocese of Washington, give thanks to Almighty God for the progress our country has made in curbing the coronavirus pandemic. The average number of new cases of COVID-19 continues to decline due to the observance of safety protocols and the increase of the availability of the vaccine. At this time, many places in our region are enjoying a return to some sense of normalcy. Therefore, we are lifting the dispensation of the Sunday and Holy Days Mass obligation in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, the Archdiocese of Washington, and the Dioceses of Arlington, Richmond, Wheeling-Charleston, and Wilmington and reinstating that obligation beginning on Saturday, June 26, 2021 and Sunday, June 27, 2021. We welcome and encourage the Faithful to return to full in-person participation of the Sunday Eucharist, the source and summit of our Catholic faith (the entire document may be viewed in our Bulletin Insert section)

*NEW OFFERTORY BOX* We have installed a secure Offering Box on the back pillar behind the last right side pew. It is immediately seen upon entering the Church. Please place all donations and offertory envelopes there. No open basket will be placed out. Thanks for your tremendous generosity. We thank Joe Plemons and Michael Jones for designing and installing our new Offertory Box.

ADW Guidelines for Mass can be found above under Covid-19 info or in our bulletin insert section.

You are invited to pray for those being ordained to the Priesthood and Order of Deacon for the Archdiocese of Washington at a Mass and Eucharistic Holy Hour In Thanksgiving to God June 4, 2021, Mass 7:30 a.m. Holy Hour: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Are you looking for HAPPINESS? Do you experience LONELINESS? Do you want to deepen your FAITH? Do you struggle to see the LOVE OF GOD in the Events of your Life? COME AND LISTEN Have An Encounter With the Risen Christ!“ I have come so that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (Jn 10:10) When: Tuesdays & Fridays at 7:00 pm Meet in the Church Hall across the street. Free child care provided. 29 Mattingly Ave, Indian Head, Maryland.

7:30 am, Noon and 7pm

Our mission is to affirm all life through compassionate care, resources, education, and positive alternatives. All services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Please click the icon on the right to see the bulletin insert.

Since the March for Life organizers are strongly encouraging people to attend virtually this year, Sacred Heart Catholic Church is offering a Pro-Life Mass and Rosary Walk as an alternative. Please click the icon to the left to view the flyer. It is in the Bulletin Inserts folder.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has been generous enough to create some free materials for the upcoming 9 Days for Life, which are now available in both English and Spanish. 9 Days for Life is a multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of human life. Each day a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions, and related information. Please click the icon to the left to follow the link to the USCCB site.

A couple of links for staying at home Christmas activities. A blessing for your Christmas Tree. https://catholiccurrent.org/prayers/blessing-of-a-christmas-tree/ Family-friendly Christmas movies. https://catholiccurrent.org/living-the-faith/classic-christmas-movies/

Immaculate Conception Masses on Dec. 8th: 7:30 am, Noon, and 7:00 pm Virgin of Guadalupe Mass on Dec. 12th: 7:30 am Morning Song for Mary: 6:00 am

Please click to follow link for information in the upcoming election.

Join Catholics throughout Charles County in prayer asking for God's blessing on the upcoming election. That we elect to all offices virtuous men and women who are open to the inspiration and guidance of the Holy Spirit and for a return of peace, unity, justice and prosperity to our suffering nation. This is a strictly non-partisan event. Our entire focus is prayer and we are only asking for one hour of your time. Free St. Michael t-shirts, rosaries, and prayer cards. Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044ca9a823a4f85-election

Click the icon for a link to a Novena for the unborn and say the Rosary daily during the month.

September 4th will be First Friday of the Month and we will have a 7:30 am Mass with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass until 5:00 pm. Please sign up to spend time with the Lord.

Next week we begin the 3-Day novena and Mass to the Virgin Mary in preparation for our 111th Annual Feast Day. On Thursday Sept 3rd there will be no 7:30 am Mass. Instead Mass will be at 7:00 pm as we begin the Novena and Mass to Virgin Mary.

CCD Registration - Religious Education Classes will begin September 10, 2020. CCD Registration currently ongoing online via our parish website. Please contact Janet Lacey via the email: staroftheseareligion@gmail.com

Indian Head Village Green Pavilion 100 Walter Thomas Rd. Program Offered by the Charles County Health Department. Questions or for more information please call: 301‐609‐6900

With gratefulness for your service to our parish community and families. Praying for you that the Lord bless you and keep you, fill your life with His joy and sustain you by His grace.

As we move indoors to worship we will continue to follow the Archdiocese of Washington, and Charles County guidelines. Thank you all for your support, continued patience, and understanding in helping maintain the safety and wellbeing of all as the restrictions are lifted The list below briefly addresses things we all need to keep in mind while attending Mass.  Social distancing and use of mouth covering will remain in place. Families will be allow to sit close together.  Attendance at Mass and Church seating will be limited.  The dispensation issued by Archbishop Gregory from the obligation to attend Mass during this time remains in effect.  The Liturgical changes made in March will remain in effect, e.g., distribution of Holy Communion under one species, no exchanging of the sign of peace, no holy water fonts, etc....