June is Devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
The Catholic Church dedicates the entire month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a devotion that invites believers into the depths of Christ's boundless love. This profound devotion emphasizes the physical heart of Jesus as a symbol of His divine and human love for humanity. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states, "The Sacred Heart of Jesus, pierced by our sins and for our salvation, is quite simply the image of God's infinite love" (CCC 478). This devotion is not merely sentimental but draws us into the very core of Christ's being, a love so immense it led Him to suffer and die for our redemption. The roots of this devotion are significantly tied to the revelations received by Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century. Through a series of visions , Christ revealed to her His Sacred Heart, deeply wounded by the indifference and ingratitude of humanity, yet overflowing with mercy and a desire for reparation. Saint Margaret Mary often recounted...