The Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Lay Associates bring together parishioners who seek greater spiritual growth while continuing to live and serve in the world. Their shared bond is love for the Heart of Christ and a desire to support the Church. For more information, please contact Charles Howard at 254-634-3541
A lay association inspired by Fr. Jules Chevalier
The roots of the MSC Lay Associates reach back to Fr. Jules Chevalier, who founded the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Issoudun, France, in 1854. His vision helped inspire a close association of lay people drawn by grace toward deeper holiness and committed to defending and serving the Church.
“There are many among the laity who are moved by divine grace towards greater perfection and are keen to defend the Church; at the same time they want to remain in the world. They would be helped to attain this twofold aim most effectively if they were to form a close society whose bond would be love of the Heart of Christ.”
At St. Paul Chong Hasang
Fr. Richard, MSC, opened the organization at St. Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church shortly after his appointment as pastor in Harker Heights. Parish members are pictured at their commitment ceremony as part of this lay association.
Meetings of the association are open to all parishioners. The MSC Lay Associates offer an opportunity to explore a deeper relationship with Christ and a shared commitment to the life of the Church.
