Poems by our Faith Community
Read the inspiring poetry that our Faith Community are sending in to us at Sacred Heart. Do you have a poem to share?
Welcome to our Catholic Faith Community
Sacred Heart in Hook is a beautiful Catholic Church located near Basingstoke, Hampshire. We are friendly, relaxed community and welcome people of all faiths, culture and status to join us. More information from Fr. Paul here.
The Easter Triduum Live at Sacred Heart Church
** Update 8th April **
For the latest video message from Fr Paul in regards to Holy Week and the Easter Triduum, as well as what Sacred Heart will be doing in regards to live streaming, please click here.
Palm Sunday Full Mass Recording from the Earlier Live Facebook Stream
We begin this Holy Week with the reading of the Lord’s Passion from the Gospel of Matthew and a Homily from Fr.Paul. It is fitting that during this week we intensely focus our minds and hearts on the steps of our Saviour as He laid down His very life for us. More in the newsletter as well as a number of other updates including the answers to the recent quiz
You can download the latest newsletter for Palm Sunday below and also catch up on our online and website updates.
Latest Video Message from Fr. Paul
As per the video, we have created a new page to record your favourite Bible verses.
Mass Times at Sacred Heart Church, Hook
| PALM SUNDAY LIVE MASS | Palm Sunday – Live Stream from Sacred Heart on Facebook at 10am this Sunday 5th. Saturday, 6pm and Sunday at 10am – St Jospeh Sunday, 9am and 11am – St Bedes |
| Sunday First Mass (Cancelled until further notice) | Saturday, 6pm |
| Sunday Mass (Cancelled until further notice) | Sunday, 10am |
| Weekday Mass (Cancelled until further notice) | Weekday Mass is celebrated at Maryfield Convent next to the Sacred Heart. Monday to Friday at 10am (times may vary). |
| Directions | The Sacred Heart Catholic Church London Road Hook RG27 9LA 01256-577007 Map to the church |
5th Sunday of Lent Video Message
Dear friends. It’s the 5th Sunday in Lent and I wanted to share the Gospel and a Homily with you. I hope you’re all keeping safe and well.
Here is the link to the Easter Triduum Online Retreat that I spoke about.
God Bless, Fr. Paul
“Have I not told you that if you believe you will see the glory of God?”
The newsletter for the 5th Sunday in Lent is available now and our digital updates can be found here.
You can read the daily readings and Gospel including the 5th Sunday in Lent here.
*Last Updated 04/04/2020* We have created a new page here to keep you updated of all things related to our Church and wider community in respect to the impact of the Coronavirus. We are also sharing prayers, poems, links, videos and more so make sure to check back regularly.
Bishop’s Decree
Please also see the latest decree from Bishop Philip on the current policy for Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals
A Very Warm Welcome
Everybody is Welcome
Whether you’re thinking of joining us or are already part of our community, Father Paul would like to share his personal welcome with you and tell you a little bit more about himself as well as his thoughts and vision for our growing parish as well as introduce our parish council who are here to listen and help drive our parish forwards.
Spotlight
Do keep an eye here for the featured news from the Church and wider Portsmouth Diocese.
Blog
Read or share stories of faith, testimonies, watch videos, learn about events and listen to homilies.
News/Events
From Prayer weekends to Pilgrimages. Take a look at all of the things going on in the Church and the wider Parish.
Help Needed
Can you help one family from the many tens of thousands who have no home, no life, no country to call their own?
Faith in Action
Do you want to put your faith into action? Do you want to be a parish that looks outwards and helps those in need?
Serving the Poor
Do you want to put your faith into action? Do you want to be a parish that looks outwards and helps those in need?
Life Church, Hook
Junction 5 Money advice, Hart Foodbank and the Citizen’s Advice Bureau are now operating for free.
Featured Blog Posts
Take a look at our blog to see the latest posts and photos from the Church.
Top Bible Verses from our Parish
For the Year of the Word, Father Paul recently asked you all to provide your favourite Bible quotes – perhaps one that has gotten you…
Love Comes From Prayer
Huge thanks to Bridie Stringer for sharing this beautiful piece on Prayer by Chris Mc Donnell who sent the reflection on Auschwitz.
The God Who Speaks
“By spending some time each day from 25 March – 12 April asking God to speak to us more deeply, we’re confident that new discernment…
Caritas Fund Raising Event
With over £1,860.53 raised for Caritas, read Brita’s account of the day and view the photo gallery.
Latest Coronavirus Updates, News & Resources
All the latest news, Mass times, updates, inspiration and more for all things Coronavirus related.
Meet our Priests
Father Paul Leonard is our Priest in residence who joined us in October 2017 and who celebrates Mass for the Sacred Heart Hook Parish.
Father Chris Rutledge is our Parish Priest and is also the coordinating Pastor for our Pastoral area.