Volunteer
For I was hungry, and you gave me to eat: I was thirsty, and you gave me to drink: I was a stranger, and you took me in: Naked, and you covered me: sick, and you visited me: I was in prison, and you came to me.
– Matthew 25:35-36
Conroe House of Prayer
Sacred Heart serves the hungry that come to the Conroe House of Prayer, CHOP, every Thursday morning. We provide a warm main dish, snacks, fruit, cereal and drinks. If you would like to be on a CHOP team, please contact Tracie Eggert. Christians from various churches and the homeless in our community come together for a time of worship and fellowship. The CHOP is located at 350 Foster Road in Conroe. We arrive at 8 am and finish by 9 and each team serves once every 6-7 weeks.
Contact: Traci Eggert, tracieggert26@gmail.com
Funeral Reception Ministry
The Funeral Reception Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church provides compassionate support to families during their time of loss by organizing and hosting post-funeral gatherings. This ministry handles the preparation and serving of meals and manages hospitality arrangements.
Contact: Karen Veit, veitkaren21@gmail.com
Hospital Ministry
The Hospital Visit Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church provides spiritual support and comfort to parishioners who are hospitalized. Volunteers visit patients to offer prayers, bring Communion, and provide emotional encouragement during their stay. This ministry ensures that individuals receive pastoral care and maintain a connection with their faith community, helping to uplift and support them during times of illness and recovery.
Contact: Mark Brodeur, markbrodeur8@gmail.com
Nursing Home Ministry
The Nursing Home Visit Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church is dedicated to bringing spiritual support and companionship to residents in local nursing homes. Volunteers regularly visit to offer Communion, prayers, and personal interaction, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness and keeping residents connected to the church community. The ministry aims to provide comfort, encouragement, and a sense of belonging to those living in long-term care facilities.
Contact: Mary Ann Urban, laserhrmom@yahoo.com
Orphan Ministry
The Orphan Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church serves as a compassionate bridge between our parish community and local organizations that support foster children and orphaned youth. As a “middle ministry,” we partner closely with trusted local agencies and orphan care programs to identify real needs and provide meaningful assistance. Volunteers participate in prayer support, donation drives, mentorship opportunities, and service projects that directly benefit children in vulnerable situations. Our mission is to share God’s love by strengthening the support network around these young people and reminding them that they are seen, valued, and embraced by our church family.
Contact: Anna Bravo at ABravo@woodforest.com
State Penitentiary Ministry
The State Penitentiary Northern Area Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church focuses on providing spiritual support and pastoral care to inmates in the northern area penitentiaries. Volunteers and clergy visit regularly to offer Mass, Bible studies, confessions and individual counseling, aiming to foster spiritual growth and provide hope and guidance. This ministry works to uphold the dignity of those incarcerated and support their personal transformation and reintegration into society.
Contact: Jorge Macias, jorgemacias@hotmail.com
Respect Life Ministry
The Respect Life Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church is dedicated to promoting the sanctity and dignity of human life from conception to natural death. This ministry engages in educational programs, advocacy, and support services related to life issues, including abortion, euthanasia, and end-of-life care. By raising awareness and fostering a culture of respect for all life, the Respect Life Ministry seeks to uphold Catholic teachings and encourage compassionate action within the parish and the broader community.
Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is modern-day slavery, a horrific crime against the dignity and respect of the men, boys women and children victims around the world. Human trafficking victims are compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud, or coercion.Education, increased awareness, and understanding of human trafficking are promoted as this is a respect life issue. All of us can help by vigilantly watching for signs that someone is in trouble, speaking up to offer help, and by contacting the police or calling the Human Trafficking Hotline.
If you suspect someone is being trafficked call the HUMAN TRAFFICKING HOTLINE at 888-373-7888 TTY:711 immediately!
To understand the signs of someone who is being trafficked go to: https://humantraffickinghotline.org
40 Days for Life
The Catechism of the Catholic Church states: “Since the first century the Church has affirmed the moral evil of every procured abortion. This teaching has not changed and remains unchangeable. Direct abortion, that is to say, abortion willed either as an end or a means, is gravely contrary to the moral law” (No. 2271).
Sacred Heart Church has been participating in the Spring and Fall 40 Days for Life prayer vigils since 2012. These vigils initially were held in downtown Houston at the abortion mega-center, and in Huntsville, TX until the clinic shut down. For the past 5-6 years, we have hosted prayer rallies outside of a Planned Parenthood clinic in Spring, TX offering alternative help, testing and counseling to women in crisis pregnancies.
Contact: Patty Schulze, pattyag79@gmail.com
The Gabriel Project
The Gabriel Project is a pro-life parish-based apostolate of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston offering assistance to women experiencing difficult circumstances during pregnancy, encouraging them to choose life for their baby. Our Gabriel Project Ministry provides practical advice, material help (baby items), and spiritual support to local mothers in need. Mothers need to register at (713) 225-5826.
Gabriel Angel
Each Gabriel Angel is trained before being assigned to a mom, and each mom will be interviewed prior to meeting her Angel, so the individual gifts of the Angel and the individual needs of the mother can be matched as closely as possible. Gabriel Angels will have different levels of time and talent to offer. Our Gabriel Project Team consists of Angels who may choose to be a personal mentor, marketing or outreach volunteer, bargain shopper, fundraiser, prayer warrior, or combination of these.
The entire Parish will be a resource, with the possibility of including our St. Vincent DePaul Ministry, the Knights of Columbus, Women’s Workshop, and Catholic Daughters.
If you’d like to find out more about our Gabriel Project, please call the Church Office at (936) 756-8186.
Donations to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Gabriel Project fund can be made from the Sacred Heart Online Giving website page.
Rachel Project
Find Healing From Past Abortions
Women who have had abortions are invited to experience healing and forgiveness through Project Rachel. Project Rachel, the Catholic Church’s ministry to those who have been involved in abortion, is a diocesan-based network of specially trained priests, religious, counselors, and laypersons who provide a team response of care for those suffering in the aftermath of abortion. In addition to referring to Sacramental Reconciliation, the ministry provides an integrated network of services, including pastoral counseling, support groups, retreats and referrals to licensed mental health professionals.
If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion, confidential non-judgmental help is available. Call Project Rachel’s national toll-free number: 888-456-HOPE or visit HopeAfterAbortion.org. Spanish-speakers may visit EsperanzaPosaborto.org.
Parking Ministry
The Parking Ministry at Sacred Heart is responsible for managing and organizing the parking area during church events and weekend masses. Volunteers in this ministry assist with directing traffic, guiding parishioners to available spots, and ensuring a smooth and orderly parking experience.
Lawn Ministry
The Lawn Ministry at Sacred Heart focuses on maintaining and enhancing the parish’s outdoor spaces. Volunteers involved in this ministry take care of tasks such as mowing, landscaping, and general upkeep of the church grounds.
Contact: Franklin Gallegos, frankgt64@gmail.com
Gift Shop Ministry
The parish gift shop, which sells religious objects, devotional materials, and presents for various occasions, is run in part by volunteers. This ministry’s volunteers help with customer service, inventory management, and merchandising with the goal of giving parishioners and guests meaningful products that enhance and encourage their spiritual journey.
Contact: parishoffice@fantastic-pink-whale.15-204-101-117.cpanel.site
