U.S. Catholic Bishops Plan National Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
U.S. Catholic bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The ceremony follows earlier consecrations by bishops in other countries. Organizers say the act carries spiritual significance for participants.
rte.ieU.S. Catholic bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in an upcoming ceremony. The consecration involves a formal act in which bishops dedicate the country to the Sacred Heart, a symbol in Catholic tradition representing Christ's love. Similar consecrations have occurred in other nations in recent years.
Background on the Practice The Sacred Heart devotion traces to 17th-century Catholic writings and has been promoted through prayers and feast days. Bishops in several countries have performed national consecrations during periods of social or political stress.
Church statements describe the U.S. ceremony as a spiritual response rather than a political statement. No specific date or location for the event has been announced in the reporting. The consecration does not alter federal policy or civil law.
