EFFICACIOUS NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS: DAY 9

IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, AND OF THE SON, AND OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. AMEN.

(The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was started and made popular by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. She was inspired by visions of Jesus to spread this devotion).

Hymn

Heart of Christ we sing your praises,
Wellspring of eternal life.
Through the sorrows of our passion
We find refuge from our strife.

Heart of Christ now embodied,
All the wonder of God’s love
You tell us the tender mercies,
Showered from our God above.

Heart of Christ who brings all healing,
To the lowly and the weak.
Let us know your loving kindness,
Show yourself to all who seek.

OPENING PRAYER

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Heart of Jesus, faithful to all creatures, how many times, after having promised to be entirely Yours, have we denied You. We recognize our ingratitude and sincerely want to be converted. Warm our hearts in the fire of the same love that burns your Heart.

O God, who in the Heart of your Son, wounded by our sins, in the infinite concessions of love treasures, grant that we offer a fair reparation, consecrating ourselves to the Sacred Heart all our lives. Grant this through Christ, our Lord. Amen

SCRIPTURAL READING: John 19:31-37

(Piercing of the Sacred Heart of Jesus)

Sacred Heart of Jesus, pierced with a lance | Heart of jesus, Jesus, Traditional catholicismIt was Preparation Day, and to prevent the bodies remaining on the cross during the sabbath — since the sabbath was a day of special solemnity – the Jews asked Pilate to have the legs broken and the bodies taken away. Consequently, the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first man who had been crucified with him and then the other. When they came to Jesus, they found that he was already dead, and so instead of breaking his legs one of the soldiers pierced his side with a lance; and immediately there came out blood and water. This is the evidence of one who saw it – trustworthy evidence, and he knows he speaks the truth — and he gives it so that you may believe as well. Because all this happened to fulfill the words of scripture:
“Not one bone of his will be broken”:
and again, in another place scripture says:
“They will look on the one whom they have pierced.”

The Catholic Voyager: Why did blood & water flow from Christ's side?

The Gospel of the Lord…

 

From a work by Saint Bonaventure, bishop – SOLEMNITY OF SACRED HEART
(With you is the source of life)

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You who have been redeemed, consider who it is who hangs on the cross for you, whose death gives life to the dead, whose passing is mourned by heaven and earth, while even the hard stones are split. Consider how great he is; consider what he is.
In order that the Church might be formed from the side of Christ as he slept on the cross, in order that the word of scripture might be fulfilled – ‘They shall look on him whom they have pierced’ – God’s providence decreed that one of the soldiers should open his sacred side with a spear, so that blood with water might flow out to pay the price of our salvation. This blood, which flowed from its source in the secret recesses of his heart, gave the sacraments of the Church power to confer the life of grace, and for those who already live in Christ was a draught of living water welling up to eternal life.
Arise, then, bride of Christ, be like the dove that nests in the rock-face at the mouth of a cavern, and there, like a sparrow which finds its home, do not cease to keep vigil; there, like a turtle-dove, hide the fledglings of your chaste love; place your lips there to draw water from the wells of your Saviour. For this is the spring flowing from the middle of paradise; it divides and becomes four rivers, then spreads through all devout hearts, and waters the whole world and makes it fruitful.
O soul devoted to God, whoever you may be, run to this source of life and light with eager longing. And with the power of your inmost heart cry out to him: ‘O indescribable beauty of God most high! O pure radiance of everlasting light! O life that gives life to all life! O light that illuminates every light, and preserves in its undying splendour the myriad flames that have shone before the throne of your godhead from the dawn of time!
‘O water eternal and inaccessible, clear and sweet, flowing from the spring that is hidden from the eyes of all mortal men; the spring whose depths cannot be plumbed, whose height cannot be measured, whose shores cannot be charted, whose purity cannot be muddied.’
From this source flows the river which makes glad the city of God, so that with glad shouts and songs of thanksgiving we sing to you our hymns of praise, and by experience prove that with you is the fountain of life; and in your light we shall see light. (Cf. Liturgy of the hours, Office of the Readings – 2nd Reading)

What is your experience with devotions to the Sacred Heart? Let us know in the comments section at the bottom of the page.

ACT OF CONSECRATION AND REPARATION TO THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS

The Most Sacred Heart. A Homily on the Solemnity of the Most… | by Rev. Mr. Matthew Newsome | Test Everything

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus! I adore you; I offer to you all that I am and all that I possess; I consecrate to you my soul with its faculties, my body with all its senses, my heart with all its affections, desiring in all things to honor, love, and glorify you; in thanksgiving for the numberless benefits that I have received from you, especially in the Holy Eucharist; in atonement for my own sins as well as in reparation for all the offenses that are committed against you in the sacrament of your love, and, finally, in humble supplication, that I may henceforth be faithful to you, that I may please you in thought, word, and deed, that I may suffer in patience and in perfect resignation to your holy will, that I may become like to you in meekness and humility, that I may persevere in your love and your grace to the end of my life, and that I may praise you and bless you with the saints and angels in eternity.

We beseech you, also, O good Jesus, by your Sacred Heart, overflowing with sweetness and mercy, to bless our Holy Father, the Pope, and our Holy Mother, the Church; to take under your special protection this congregation [my parish], our homes, our country, our rulers, our legislators, our bishops, our priests, and all Religious Orders. We recommend to you all our concerns, our friends, relatives, benefactors, and all those who have asked us to pray for them; those who are sick and those who are dying, and all who are under any affliction. Cast an eye of compassion on obstinate sinners, [the mistaken], and unbelievers. Give eternal rest to the faithful departed. Bless in particular the apostolic labours of those who are engaged in giving missions and retreats, in propagating the Faith in [mission] lands, in spreading your kingdom on earth, and in fostering devotion to Your Most Sacred Heart and to the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar. Amen.

CONCLUDING PRAYER

I. O my Jesus, you have said: ‘Truly I say to you, ask and you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened to you.’ Behold I knock, I seek and ask for the grace of…… (here, name your request) Our Father… . Hail Mary… Glory Be to the Father…

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you.

II. O my Jesus, you have said: ‘Truly I say to you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you.’ Behold, in your name, I ask the Father for the grace of…… (here, name your request) Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be To the Father…

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you.

III. O my Jesus, you have said: ‘Truly I say to you, heaven and earth will pass away but my words will not pass away.’ Encouraged by your infallible words I now ask for the grace of… . . (here name your request) Our Father… . Hail Mary… Glory Be to the Father…

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you.

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, for whom it is impossible not to have compassion on the afflicted, have pity on us miserable sinners and grant us the grace which we ask of you, through the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary, your tender Mother and ours.

Jesus, meek and humble of Heart, make our hearts like unto Yours (x3)

Immaculate heart of Mary, Pray for us!!!

Hail Holy Queen…

St. Joseph, Pray for us!

 St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, pray for us!

Blessing+

Through the intercession of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, May Almighty God bless and keep us in the + Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

👏🏼👏🏼 Great job praying Day 9! 👏🏼👏🏼 May the good Lord hear your humble prayers. Amen!

NOW, CLICK HERE FOR PRAYERS TO THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS ON THE SOLEMNITY OF THE SACRED HEART

Sources:

The Letters of St. Margaret Mary of Alacoque, Tan Books, 1954

The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus by John Croiset, Tan Books, 1988

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Oluwaseyi
Oluwaseyi
3 years ago

My experience with the devotion to the sacred heart has made me realize the need to me more thankful for the numberless benefits that I have received from Jesus, especially in the Holy Eucharist and the need to make reparations. I blessed God to be an associate member of the two Hearts of Love.. The Promises of Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque to those who honor the Sacred Heart keeps me going.. The 8th Promise says… Those who propagate this devotion shall have their names written In My Heart never to be blotted out. Amen. I want my name… Read more »

Anastasia-Mary
Anastasia-Mary
3 years ago

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you amen

Bliss
Bliss
3 years ago

Thank you Jesus

Nneka
Nneka
3 years ago

Sweet Heart of Jesus be my love

Nneka
Nneka
3 years ago

My experience with the Sacred Heart of Jesus has been of great and a faithful friend who never cease to be directly involved in my family affairs. He is always on time in every of our endeavours.

Nwanya Precious
Nwanya Precious
3 years ago

Thank you, Lord Jesus, for laying yourself bare all for me. Help me never to be ungrateful and take for granted your sacrifice on the cross for my sake.

Adaeze
Adaeze
3 years ago

“O indescribable beauty of God most high! O pure radiance of everlasting light! O life that gives life to all life! O light that illuminates every light, and preserves in its undying splendour the myriad flames that have shone before the throne of your godhead from the dawn of time! ‘O water eternal and inaccessible, clear and sweet, flowing from the spring that is hidden from the eyes of all mortal men; the spring whose depths cannot be plumbed, whose height cannot be O indescribable beauty of God most high! O pure radiance of everlasting light! O life that gives… Read more »

Ogochukwu Okeke
Ogochukwu Okeke
3 years ago

It’s a beautiful experienced make one to pray always

Njideka ihionu
Njideka ihionu
3 years ago

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary. .I plead for

BeeBee
BeeBee
3 years ago

Thank you my Jesus, I believe in your Love for me.
Sacred Heart of Jesus I place my Trust in you!
Thank you Lord Jesus for all the graces received both seen and unseen during the course of this Novena and for the blessings yet to come. Amen!

Amaka Okafor
Amaka Okafor
2 years ago

Thanking God for the restoration of peace, love, joy and understanding in my marriage which before now have suffered so very much. Thanking Lord Jesus Christ for His abundant love and forgiveness towards my family

Nelly
Nelly
2 years ago

The devotion to the sacred heart of Jesus has enabled me appreciate God’s grace and love more. Lost my job about 2years plus. Was praying for God’s intervention in my business and God resolved the problem and also send food my way. I see God’s favour in every thing. Sacred heart of Jesus, thy kingdom come, immaculate heart of Mary, pray for us. Amen

Adaeze
Adaeze
2 years ago

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus! I adore you; I offer to you all that I am and all that I possess; I consecrate to you my soul with its faculties, my body with all its senses, my heart with all its affections. Amen

Benjamin Adewale Ajai
Benjamin Adewale Ajai
1 year ago

Amen

Titilayo Ogbor
Titilayo Ogbor
1 year ago

Sacred Heart of Jesus I place my trust and confidence in you Amen

Titilayo Ogbor
Titilayo Ogbor
1 year ago

My experience is that, it made me have consolation and trust in the Sacred Heart Jesus that am truly not alone in my life, and having that in mind, am joyful with hopes.

Victoria Agbonyeme
Victoria Agbonyeme
1 year ago

Sacred heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Thank you . Thank you Jesus your will be done.

Lawrence Okonofua
Lawrence Okonofua
1 year ago

To Your Merciful Heart I entrust all whom it has pleased God to put on my Salfivic train., all through whose hands I have passed through to this day.
Sacred Heart of Jesus, Thy Kingdom Come.

Miriam Akaakase
Miriam Akaakase
1 year ago

Amen

Adaeze
Adaeze
1 year ago

Sweet Heart of Jesus, I trust in you
I give all to you. Amen

Emeka Alu
Emeka Alu
1 year ago

Sacred Heart of Jesus, Have mercy on us.
The novena and the narrative of the life of St Margaret Mary brought me closer to the appreciating the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Thank you Lord Jesus.

Vivian Oyih
Vivian Oyih
1 year ago

Amen, thanks Fr. CJ. My experience as a devotees of the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart is so numerous, I’m a solemn admitted member of the Sacred Heart and in this heart I find peace, healing and true love. Through this Heart the Lord has revealed himself to me on several occasions that I don’t need any proof again about the reality of the church. The Heart of Jesus is what we received in the Blessed Sacrament every day and their is no doubt about it. Sweet Heart ♥ of Jesus, be my love Immaculate Heart ♥ of Mary, be… Read more »

Uba Susanna Chiebone my
Uba Susanna Chiebone my
1 year ago

By the reading of today, we aHre made to understand that mission towards the salvation of mankind was completed wholly and entirely accordingly as the scripture fortold, by doing the will of zhis father. We therefore should not take it Hfor granted for not seeking the will of the father when we find ourselves in a bad situation . We should always be conscious about what Jesus did for salvation. an d work hard to live in us for He is the way, the truth and live as He told us that he who followed Him and do the will… Read more »

Ngosoo Perpetua Chia
Ngosoo Perpetua Chia
1 year ago

Jesus meek and humble of heart, make my heart like unto yours Amen.

Eunice verenyol
Eunice verenyol
1 year ago

My experience with the SecredHeart of Jesus has shown me how much we are loved by the two hearts. I should continue to consecrete my self to the SecredHeart. I place my trust in there.

Roselyn Demawa
Roselyn Demawa
1 year ago

Sacred heart of Jesus, have mercy on us. Immaculate Heart of Mary pray for us.

Elizabeth Anthony Ogbekile
Elizabeth Anthony Ogbekile
1 year ago

My very first experience in the novena to the sacred heart of Jesus is the graces I received to joyful say the prayers each day. I will forever be thankful for the intention to be associated with the two hearts of love.
Sacred heart of Jesus, I believe in your love for me,
sacred heart of Jesus, be my love,
sweet and immaculate heart of Mary, be my salvation. Amen.

Okafor Eucharia
Okafor Eucharia
1 year ago

Jesus meek and humble heart make our own heart like onto yours and also intercede in my prayer request

Lilian Uzoamaka Anyanwu
Lilian Uzoamaka Anyanwu
1 year ago

Sacred heart of Jesus have mercy on us and grant us all round restoration Amen

Imelda Asuquo
Imelda Asuquo
1 year ago

Devotion to these 2 loving hearts has been a blessing in disguise. I always find consolation once I present my request the Altar in my house. I received numerous blessings and I appreciate God always for seal that makes me to become a member.

Maureen Ashibuogwu
Maureen Ashibuogwu
1 year ago

During this novena to the Sacred Heart of JESUS there’s an inner peace and absolute trust in The Heart of JESUS

Linda John Ojeyokan
Linda John Ojeyokan
1 year ago

Sacred Heart of Jesus, i place all my trust in you. Amen!!!

Comfort Edewor
Comfort Edewor
1 year ago

O heart of love, I put all my trust in you, for l fear all things from my own weakness, but I hope for all things from Thy goodness

Isaac C. Nwachukwu
Isaac C. Nwachukwu
1 year ago

My wife and I have been devotees of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary and we have received abundance of blessings from the devotion, though personally I have been backsliding by not making out time to attend the Thursday adorations. On 29 of December 2021 a wild wife consumed our Visitors room in a three bedroom apartment. Infact it was Sacred Heart of Jesus that came to our help when all hope was lost. We discovered that newspapers packed under the Alter of Sacred Heart in our parlour burnt under and was extinguished without causing more… Read more »

Gloria Mary usu
Gloria Mary usu
1 year ago

It’s a wonderful experience and and pray for the grace to adore the Eucharist Jesus more that Jesus meek and humble of heart make our hearts like unto his Amen. God bless fr Chinaka Amen

Angela Uso
Angela Uso
1 year ago

Amen

Stella Ogbakpah
Stella Ogbakpah
1 year ago

O my Jesus, you have said, Truly I say to you, ask and you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened to you. Behold, I knonk, I seek and ask for your grace this nine days novena, and I have received favourable answer to my petitions, Amen

Igbenije Patience
Igbenije Patience
1 year ago

Sacred of Jesus
I place all my trust in You
Thank You Jesus for a successful Novena

Miriam Chigbu
Miriam Chigbu
1 year ago

Jesus, meek and humble of Heart, make my hearts , my husband’s heart and my children like unto thine (x3)… Amen

Aham-Anyanwu Uchenna
Aham-Anyanwu Uchenna
1 year ago

Immaculate heart of Mary, Pray for us!!!

Maureen Obiageli ldiegbe
Maureen Obiageli ldiegbe
1 year ago

My experience with the devotion to the Sacred heart of Jesus is that l feel fulfill and peace in my life knowing fully well that l can not finished this nine days prayers and still be the same again. Saint margaret Mary Alacoque, pray for us Amen.

Bridget ighodalo
Bridget ighodalo
1 year ago

Most sacred Heart of Jesus, I put my trust in you Amen

Mojisola
Mojisola
1 year ago

Amen

SCHOLASTICA
SCHOLASTICA
1 year ago

I have come to know through this novena, the Goodness of the Sacred heart of Jesus, coming from His overflowing Sweetness and Mercy.
O sweet heart of Jesus, make me to Love you more and more. Amen!

Leticia Otomewo
Leticia Otomewo
1 year ago

Most Sacred Heart of JESUS… please have mercy on me, Amen!!

Sa’adatu Anne Akough
Sa’adatu Anne Akough
1 year ago

My experience was quite good and fulfilling . May God’s Will be done in our lives amen

Thelma
Thelma
1 year ago

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, for whom it is impossible not to have compassion on the afflicted, have pity on us miserable sinners and grant us the grace which we ask of you, through the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary, your tender Mother and ours.

Jesus, meek and humble of Heart, make our hearts like unto Yours (x3)

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Pray for us!!!

Ogbankwa Ann
Ogbankwa Ann
6 months ago

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us

Ogbankwa Ann
Ogbankwa Ann
6 months ago

My experience in going through this novena was that it’s only today I was able to reflect on the side of Jesus that was pierced, the source of the blood we continuously invoked. Thank Jesus.

Tonia Campbell
Tonia Campbell
6 months ago

May hear and answer our prayers. Amen

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