In addition to these outreach programs, Sacred Heart is active in prison ministry with the Suffolk County House of Correction and MCI Framingham. We also work closely with the Saint Vincent de Paul Society to provide assistance to the needy of our community, as well as contribute clothing and money to AIDS ministries and Pro-Life issues. Habitat for Humanity is growing within our parish and plans for work days to building housing in the area are underway. The Finance Council advises the Pastor about financial matters of the Parish, including preparing the annual budget, reviewing income and expenses on a monthly basis, recommending maintenance and capital improvements to buildings and grounds, and personnel matters. The Subcommittee for Buildings and Grounds identifies areas in the Parish physical plant that need repair or upgrading.
Members make recommendations regarding the type of work needed, and solicits bids and estimates.
Christian Worship Commission With the pastoral staff, the Christian Worship Commission is entrusted by the Parish Council with encouraging, coordinating and overseeing the worship life of our parish. The CWC will develop ministries, recruit ministers and plan activities. This includes providing for worship space, art and environment, sacramental bread and wine, and seasonal celebrations. Directed ministries include greeters, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, music and musicians, as well as preparation for sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Matrimony, and outreach to the sick and bereaved. The success of this mission will result in a community which is truly the body of Christ at worship, principally the Sunday Eucharist.