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HOMILIES

26. Homily - Friday, June 19, 2020

Solemnity of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus - Year A (Mt 11:25-30)

What is the origin of the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus?

What is the origin of the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus?

It began at the foot of the cross when the heart of Jesus was pierced by the Roman soldier. The
Gospel tells us that his heart shed blood and water. Water is the symbol for baptism and blood
is the symbol for Eucharist.

This heart draws us to him, this heart draws all humanity to him. Jesus himself, in speaking of
his heart said, “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens. Become
my disciples, for I am gentle and humble in heart.”

As we remember loved ones whom we have lost in this pandemic, as we remember families
who are grieving, we can confidently entrust them to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, who will meet
each person with gentleness, tenderness, comfort, peace, and strength.

Let us take some time to offer up to the Lord our prayers for these intentions. After each
intention, we will say: Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have trust in you.

℟ Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have trust in you.

For all those who have died since the beginning of the pandemic, because of COVID-19 or by
any other cause, such as illness, accident, or tragedy, may they find infinite love and fullness
of joy in the Sacred Heart of Jesus and rest for their soul in life eternal. Let us pray.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have trust in you.

For grieving families who were not able to be with loved ones in the last moments of their life,
may they receive the grace to let go of them by placing them totally in the arms of Jesus and
his gentle and humble heart. Let us pray.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have trust in you.

(cont’d)

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