At that time Jesus exclaimed: “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to little ones.” (Mt 12:25) One of the earliest Catholic devotions I learned as a child was devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Since my Mom and all three of my sisters attended the Academy of Sacred Heart, the words “Sacred Heart” were part of an almost daily vocabulary. And then there’s the image of the Sacred Heart with which we are familiar, and I remember it being a little confusing to me as a child. Why was the heart of Jesus outside of His body? Doesn’t it have to be inside His body to pump His blood? But then I think I figured that Jesus could do whatever He wanted, since He’s God. But … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2026
Eucharistic Procession!
Thanks to all who took part in the Eucharistic Procession on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, especially the organizers! … [Read more...]
The Prayer for the Act of Consecration
Adapted from a prayer of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus: To You I consecrate and offer up my person and my life, my actions, trials, and sufferings, that my entire being may only be employed in loving, honoring and glorifying You. This is my irrevocable will, to belong entirely to You, and to do all for Your love, renouncing with my whole heart all that can displease You. I take You, O Sacred Heart, for the sole object of my love, the protection of my life, the pledge of my salvation, the remedy of my frailty and inconstancy, the reparation for all the defects of my life, and my secure refuge at the hour of my death. Be, O Most Merciful Heart, my justification before God Your Father, and screen me from His anger which I have so justly merited. I fear all from … [Read more...]
From the Pastor – June 7, 2026
Jesus said to the Jewish crowds: "I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world.". (Jn 6:51) Today’s Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ (“Corpus Christi” in Latin) is a fairly recent addition to the Church calendar, dating from only the 13th century. We know that the Body and Blood of Christ are present at every Mass, but this special feast to honor the Body and Blood of Christ owes its existence to the petitions of a Belgium nun named Juliana of Liège from the 13th century. From a young age, Juliana had a great love for the Blessed Sacrament and longed for a special feast in its honor. Her desire was increased by a vision she had of the Church under the appearance … [Read more...]
Prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Sunday, June 14, 2026 Margaret Alacoque was born in Burgundy, France on 22 July, 1647. From her early childhood Margaret showed intense love for the Blessed Sacrament, and preferred silence and prayer to childish amusements. During her time before the Blessed Sacrament, Christ even made Himself visually apparent to her. This did not surprise her, because she thought others had the same Divine assistance! Although tempted by the luxuries and distractions of the world, Margaret Mary entered the Visitation Convent in 1572, where her visions became known. Because of her perceived “special status,” she was subjected to many trials to prove her vocation. She showed obedience, humility, and invariable charity towards those who persecuted her. Margaret Mary was inspired by Christ to establish a … [Read more...]
Prayer in Preparation for the Consecration of the Archdiocese of New Orleans to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, fountain of eternal life, Your Heart is a glowing furnace of Love. You are my refuge and my sanctuary. O my adorable and loving Savior, consume my heart with the burning fire with which Yours is inflamed. Pour down on my soul those graces which flow from Your love. Let my heart never rest until it finds You, who are its center, its love, and its happiness. Let my heart be united with Yours. Let my will be conformed to Yours in all things. May Your Will be the rule of all my desires and actions. Amen. … [Read more...]
