"To Jesus, Heart All Burning"

As our solemnity celebration continues, I offer this version of The Singing Nuns presenting "To Jesus, Heart All Burning":

 

Anniversary Blessings, David and Kristi!!!

Anniversary greetings to brother David and his wife Kristi, whose wedding anniversary is today!!! May this day, and each day of the upcoming year , be filled with the Lord's choicest blessings!!!

Belated Anniversary Blessings to Barbara and Mike!!!

Belated anniversary greetings to sister Barbara and her husband Michael, whose wedding anniversary was yesterday!!! May each day of the upcoming year be filled with the Lord's choicest blessings!!!

Belated Birthday Blessings, Jackson!!!

Belated birthday greetings to Jackson, stepson of niece Amy Moore, who recently celebrated his birthday!!! May each day of the upcoming year be filled with the Lord's choicest blessings!!!

Belated Birthday Blessings, Breanna!!!

Belated birthday greetings to Breanna, daughter of niece Tiffany Ryan, who recently celebrated her birthday!!! May each day of the upcoming year be filled with the Lord's choicest blessings!!!

Belated Anniversary Blessings, Daniel & Kirstie!!!

Anniversary greetings to nephew Daniel and his wife Kirstie, who recently celebrated their wedding anniversary!!! May each day of the upcoming year be filled with the Lord's choicest blessings!!!

Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. The assigned readings are Deuteronomy 7:6-11, 1 John 4:7-16, and Matthew 11:25-30. The Responsorial Psalm is from Psalm 103 (Psalm 103:1-4, 6-7, 8, 10). 

Today's Gospel reading is as follows: 

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. Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him.

"Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."

Reflections on the Sacred Heart of Jesus:

DeSales Weekly: Provincial Reflection: Cardiac Muscle (11 JUN 26)

YouTube: Fr. James Kubicki on the Sacred Heart of Jesus

YouTube: Scott Hahn on the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Background information: 

Annun Sacrum: Encyclical of Pope Leo XIII on Consecration to the Sacred Heart 

Haurietis Aquas: Encyclical of Pope Pius XII on Devotion to the Sacred Heart

Thank You, Lord

Thank You, Lord, for Your promises for those who honor Your Sacred Heart.

Fr. Michael Murray, OSFS , on the Appropriateness of theConsecration of the USA to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

"As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, U.S. bishops will consecrate America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11, 2026. . . . From a Salesian perspective, it seems most fitting to turn to the Heart of Jesus to find the strength, fidelity, and tenacity we need to continue the ongoing challenges that come with the commitment to pursuing independence through interdependence:"

In a recent commentary, Father Michael Murray, OSFS  Pastor of St. John Neumann Parish, Reston, VA, reflected on why this consecration is fitting, including how in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, "we find true humility: the ability to know our place in this world - and the courage to take it - in making this world a better place."

To access Fr. Murray's complete post, please visit:

De Sales Weekly: Salesian Reflection: Out of Many, One (11 JUN 26)

Reflection Starter from Mother Teresa

"Do not let the past disturb you, just leave everything in the Sacred Heart and begin again with joy." - Saint Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)

Freddy Martin and His Orchestra: "Second Hungarian Rhapsody"

As this blessed week draws to a close, I offer this version of Freddy Martin and His Orchestra presenting Franz Liszt's "Second Hungarian Rhapsody":

 

Thank You, Lord

Thank you, lord, for the blessing of Your Divine Mercy.