Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
This past week, the bishops of the United States, while gathered in Florida for their Spring Assembly, consecrated the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Thursday, June 11. I invite each of us to join in this Consecration by intentionally praying, with heart and mind, the prayer the bishops used. May our thoughts and actions reflect the Heart of Christ: a Heart that is full of love, mercy, and forgiveness.
Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
O Sacred Heart of Jesus:
You know the longings of our hearts, and you desire
that we enjoy friendship with you.
From your pierced side, you have poured out the wellspring of life,
for which we thirst.
Your heart burns with love for all people to return to a right relationship with you.
We celebrate the abundant gifts you have given this nation, founded on the self-evident truths that our Creator has endowed all people with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
We make reparation for the offenses against you and against human dignity that have taken place in this nation.
May our hearts be united to yours, so that our families and communities enjoy peace and happiness; may broken relationships be reconciled, injustices repaired, and the wounds of our land be healed.
May your holy Catholic Church serve as a sign,
pointing all people to your infinite love.
O Desire of Nations and Center of History,
we ask you to bless these United States of America.
Who live and reign with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God for ever and ever. Amen.
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us!