Sacred Heart of Jesus in Wadsworth – Featured Parish

fr_joeThe interesting history of Sacred Heart Parish of Wadsworth begins in the 1870’s.    Irish miners were enticed to come work in the Silvercreek coal mines.  The history of the parish is detailed on the parish website history page.  

The current pastor, Fr. Joseph Labak (pictured right), came to Sacred Heart of Jesus parish in 1997.

The members of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish:

  • Participate in the mission of Jesus in the world;
  • Celebrate the spiritual growth and the ecumenical spirit within our parish and the larger Christian community;
  • Proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, evangelize, in our daily lives through liturgy and ministry, guided by The Holy Spirit;
  • Identify and care for the needs of all God’s children;
  • Teach Catholic beliefs and activities to all ages.

Learn all about this vibrant Roman Catholic Parish located in the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, Ohio.    Parish website:  http://shofjesus.com/