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The impact of a “failed” mission

Fr. David Szatkowski is one of three SCJs representing the US Province at the Dehonian Jubilee celebrations in Ecuador from March 9-13 (he is joined by Fr. Joseph Thien Dinh and Br. Andy Gancarczyk). The Dehonian Jubilee is an international four-year commemoration of the centenary of the death of Fr. Leo John Dehon (August 12, […]

Wherever we go we can feel at home

“Travel is so important, it is a way to immerse yourself in another culture. We go to places that are so different than where we are from. But no matter where we are, we can also feel at home. If I walk into a church, I see the Blessed Sacrament and I am at home. […]

Dehonian legacy inspires ministries around the world

As a way of saying “thank you” to our staff and their families at the Sacred Heart Center in Eagle Butte, SD, representatives from the Lower Brule Pastoral Team and St. Joseph’s Indian School delivered 40 turkeys and hams to the center last week. Among those joining Fr. Greg Schill, SCJ, for the three-hour (one […]

100 years later, the SCJs call again

“The Sacred Heart community, faculty members, and seminarians always found ways to help us feel at home. Regardless if they are SCJs or staff, they all have the Dehonian Spirit and they practice it very well.” -Sr. Leonora Sitohang, FCh On December 10, In the midst of a midwestern snowstorm, Sisters Leonora Sitohang and […]

Two new deacons!

“For me, the diaconate is not just another step to become a priest; instead, it is a gift, grace, and blessing from God” -Deacon Hung Pham, SCJ Click here to view photos Click here to view a recording of the livestream CONGRATULATIONS to our newly ordained deacons: Dcn. Long Nguyen, SCJ, and Dcn. […]

Prep for the missions begins in Hales Corners

“From the very beginning of my formation, I felt a desire to be a missionary” For many of its students, Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology’s ECS program (English and Cultural Studies) is a stepping stone on the way to a new mission assignment. That was certainly the case for Fr. Mário Henrique da […]

Fr. Steve Pujdak: 1943-2025

Remembering Fr. Steve… Fr. Steve Pujdak, SCJ, 82, died early today, November 12, in Dunedin, FL (near Pinellas Park). He had been struggling with a variety of medical issues for several months (including AFib and a fractured back). Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Fr. Steve professed his first vows with the Priests of the Sacred Heart […]

Dehonian institutions reach across the Americas

“Despite the distance between Taubaté and Milwaukee, we recognized ourselves in one another. We are two communities striving to form thoughtful, prayerful ministers in a polarized age.” – Dr. Charles Hughes-Huff, Associate Professor of Scripture Studies, SHSST In early October, four members of the Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology faculty —Dr. Paul […]

The Sacred Heart Poured Out for the World!

“May each of us allow the love of Christ to illuminate our minds and shape our hearts. In this way, the tradition we have received can speak anew to the challenges of our time and the light of the gospel can continue to find fresh expression in the life of the Church and in the […]

Welcome back!

“I was only 10 years old but I was fascinated by the idea of going out to the world and speaking of Jesus, going beyond what was familiar to me” -Fr. Ricardo José da Rocha Teixeira, SCJ In 2013, Fr. Ricardo José da Rocha Teixeira, SCJ, was a student in the ECS program at SHSST […]