Sacred Heart (La Plata)
Address
205 St. Mary's Avenue
La Plata, MD 20646
Phone
(301) 934-2261Website
www.sacredheartlaplata.orgAbout Sacred Heart (La Plata)
Sacred Heart Parish in La Plata anchors Catholic life in Charles County, Maryland, with one of the most active Mass schedules in the Archdiocese of Washington — four Sunday Masses, daily 7:15 am and noon Masses Monday through Friday, a Saturday vigil, and Wednesday and Friday evening Masses. Affiliated with Archbishop Neale Catholic School and home to a distinctive whole-family catechesis program, a Rosary Confraternity, and the Deeper Dive daily scripture podcast, Sacred Heart draws from a broad Southern Maryland community.
Sacred Heart (La Plata) is a Roman Catholic parish in La Plata, Maryland, part of the Archdiocese of Washington. The parish offers Mass 19 times per week, including Sunday at 7 AM and 8 AM and 9 AM and 12 PM. Confession is available on Friday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Friday
Saturday
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
OCIA
AdultsRCIA / OCIA
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Faith Formation Program A unique whole family catechetical program. Registration is now open! Looking for a quick daily reflection on the readings of the day? Considerations From the Clergy from the D
Pope St. John XXIII Family-Based Catechetical Program
All agesA unique whole family catechetical program.
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry
teensYouth Group
Young Adult Ministry
Young Adult Group (YAG)
Young AdultsBible Study
Spring 2026 Bible Study
AdultsSchedule: seasonal
Scheduled for Spring 2026.
Rosary Groups
Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary
AdultsWomen's Groups
Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary
AdultsOther Ministries
Respect Life Ministry
AdultsFrequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at Sacred Heart (La Plata)? ▼
Sacred Heart (La Plata) Mass times: Sunday at 7 AM, 8 AM, 9 AM, 12 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
When is confession at Sacred Heart (La Plata)? ▼
Sacred Heart (La Plata) confession times: Friday 6:30 PM - 8 PM; Saturday 4 PM - 4:45 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Sacred Heart (La Plata)? ▼
Yes, Sacred Heart (La Plata) celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does Sacred Heart (La Plata) have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, Sacred Heart (La Plata) offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 7 PM, 7:15 AM, 12 PM.
Where is Sacred Heart (La Plata) located? ▼
Sacred Heart (La Plata) is located at 205 St. Mary's Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does Sacred Heart (La Plata) have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, Sacred Heart (La Plata) offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Monday 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Tuesday 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Wednesday 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Thursday 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Friday 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM.
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