The Care for the Earth ministry is committed to educating the Sacred Heart Parish community on ways to be better stewards of God's creation. Our ministry promotes activities that encourage the parish community to engage with Pope Francis' encyclical "Laudato SI" to learn about environmental issues and care for all of God's gift of creation by pursuing a sustainable lifestyle.

The ministry patterns its work on the teachings of St. Francis, who understood himself to be a brother to all of God's creation.

People with a passion for working to protect our planet and educating others are encouraged to join this ministry by contacting Char Hoffman at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 231-640-4712.

Current News:

On October 4, the ministry observed the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of ecology. In celebration, Father Chris presided over the Mass for the Care of Creation at the 11AM liturgy on that day. Please see the links below for his powerful homily and well as the Mass petitions.

Father Chris Homily for Mass for Care of Creation

Petitions for Mass for Care of Creation