Sacred Heart of Jesus Novena
Bishop Johnston is asking our parish’s participation in this Novena by committing to completing 250 hours of adoration for our Nation and 250 Works of Mercy during the 9 days leading up to the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 12.
This weekend Prayer Cards will be available in the Gathering Space along with sign-up sheets for your commitment to participating in this Novena.We need at least 20 people to commit to adoration every day for 1 ½ hours or at least 30 people to commit to one hour a day during the 9 days of the novena and at least 30 people to commit to one Works of Mercy during the 9 days of the novena. (see the Works of Mercy below for ideas of how to fulfill}
Corporal Works of Mercy:
- Feed the hungry: Provide food to those in need.
- Give drink to the thirsty: Offer water to the parched.
- Clothe the naked: Donate clothes.
- Shelter the homeless: Offer a place to stay.
- Visit the imprisoned: Spend time with those in prison.
- Care for the sick: Attend to those who are ill.
- Bury the dead: Ensure the deceased are laid to rest.
Spiritual Works of Mercy:
- Instruct the ignorant: Teach those who lack knowledge.
- Counsel the doubtful: Offer guidance to the uncertain.
- Admonish the sinner: Encourage repentance gently.
- Bear wrongs patiently: Endure wrongs without retaliation.
- Forgive willingly: Let go of grudges.
- Comfort the afflicted: Support those who are suffering.
- Pray for the living and the dead: Intercede through prayer
Please pray about how you can participate in this Novena for our Nation and sign up this weekend for our commitment to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus