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The Disciple Maker Index was developed by Catholic Leadership Institute in 2013 with the guidance and input of our Bishops and Priests, and the expertise of professional survey teams to be an instrument that is statistically sound while at the same time focusing on important aspects of our Catholic Faith. The Disciple Maker Index (DMI) is an anonymous survey of parishioners that provides insights into the level of missionary discipleship in the parish in addition to the effectiveness of the Mass experience, preaching and other aspects of the parish.

APRIL 5, 2025. The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a pilgrimage church. It is also the preeminent Marian Shrine of the United States. Your pilgrimage can be tailored to suit your needs.

Auxiliary Bishop Most Reverend Keith J. Chylinski of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia visited Sacred Heart Parish last weekend and was welcomed by the Rev. Tadeusz Gorka, church pastor. Click for the full article

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., is designated a special place of pilgrimage for Jubilee Year 2025 by the Administrative Committee of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This special designation allows the faithful to obtain the Jubilee Year Indulgence by making a pious pilgrimage or visit to Mary’s Shrine.

CHESTER COUNTY RALLY & MARCH FOR LIFE Sun, January 26, 2025 2:30 - 4:00 pm Theme: “Every Life: Why We March” Saint Agnes Church - 233 W. Gay St., West Chester, PA

Annually, the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy holds a drawing of Patron Saints; a tradition of great importance to St. Faustina. Saints are not just models of Christian life, from whom a lot can be learned, but also our intercessors to God. Click here to visit the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy website to receive your Patron Saint for 2025!

Sacred Heart Young Adult Faith Group: Join us every Friday at 7 pm to grow in faith and community together with snacks and great conversation. Meet in the Church Café: 838 Walnut Street. Royersford, PA

Click for the order form. The Knights of Columbus Crab Cake Sale offering delicious Capt’n Chucky’s Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes at “buy the box” prices, Crab Critter appetizers, and Maryland Crab Soup will be held through Sunday, December 8th. Try our newest products, Crab Ravioli and Lobster Ravioli! Representatives will distribute order forms and take orders at the end of all masses in the Café. Pick up is scheduled for Friday, December 13th 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the Sacred Heart Café. For further information, please contact us at [email protected] or by phone at 610-792-7283. Order forms can also be found at our website www.kofc1374.org.

We are once again collecting NEW items for the South Eastern Veterans Center. Leave your unwrapped, new items only in the collection box in the Café by Dec 15th! Click for the full wishline

Click for Order Form! The Knights of Columbus will be hosting an authentic Polish Dinner featuring homemade foods. Mark your calendars to support this event and enjoy an authentic Polish dinner and polka music! November 9th, 2024. Dinners Served 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Sacred Heart Café 838 Walnut Street, Royersford. Adult Platter...$14.00 Children 5-12…$7.00, under 5 eat free. Combo Platter (very popular), kielbasa with cabbage roll…$17.00. Pay at the door or pre-order tickets (recommended) For more information go to www.kofc1374.org, phone 610-792-7283 or email us at [email protected]

The Novena for Mental Health is an opportunity for all the People of God to join together in prayer for women and men experiencing or impacted by mental health issues and for all those who accompany them. The Novena can be prayed at any time of year. Click to download the prayers.

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See Christine in the Cafe to get your Oktoberfest Tickets! Want to be a Keg Sponsor? $25 donation will have the whole crowd cheering PROST!

Donate to Saint John’s Hospice's fourth Annual Boot Up Philly initiative to help provide 1,000 men, women, and children experiencing homelessness and poverty with new boots, winter coats, and other essential items to stay warm during the cold winter season. Saint John’s will distribute items at its Boot Up Philly event on October 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center (222 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103). To donate or sign up to volunteer, please scan the code or visit www.saintjohnshospice.org/boot-up-philly.

Support Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower! Saturday, August 24, 2024 – 10am-12pm New and expecting mothers are invited to attend the “Cutie and Me” Baby Shower event sponsored by Catholic Social Services and the Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia. Free baby care items, prizes, food, informational tables and more will be available. Mothers with babies are invited to dress your cutie for the baby parade! Location: Archdiocesan Pastoral Center Parking Lot, 222 N 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 More info: Mothers, please register to attend by clicking HERE. Want to donate gift items or volunteer at the baby shower? Click here for details

Our Home Is Moving. For the past 7 years, A Baby’s Breath has had the privilege of offering housing to pregnant, homeless clients. This was due to the partnership we have had with St. Ann’s parish. We are so grateful for the opportunity, however, 2 years ago, we were informed that our building was being sold and we were not able to purchase the building.

See the flyer for details on how you can help students in need get the supplies they need for school!

ST. PHILIP NERI CHURCH 21ST ANNUAL CAR SHOW Craft Fair & Flea Market Church Grounds - Klinerd Road, Pennsburg - just off Route 663 FRIDAY JULY 26, 2024 4-9 PM Registration begins at 3 PM - Cars selected for awards, must be on site by 7:00 PM Awards will be presented at 8:00 pm – Must be present to win Cash Prize Drawing for Pre-registered Vehicles. Click for Form