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The Sacred Heart of Jesus

A traditional devotion that every Catholic should practice

Michael McFarland Campbell

Yesterday I visited the mother of my friend Peter Davies in her home in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. We went in, sat down in the sitting room and  in pride of place on the mantelpiece was the picture illustrated here.

Mrs Davies told me to take it down and look at it if I wanted, so I did. I then asked if I might photograph it. The only camera with which I have been equipped for a while has been the one on my iPhone 4. Nevertheless, the camera has done me proud, I believe.

For those that don’t know, there are 12 Promises of the Sacred Heart Continue reading “A traditional devotion that every Catholic should practice”

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Novena to the Holy Face – Day 3

Michael McFarland Campbell

The Holy Face of Jesus I firmly wish that my face reflecting the intimate pains of my soul, the suffering and love of my heart, be more
honoured! Whoever gazes upon me already consoles me. (Our Lord Jesus Christ to Sister Pierina) Daily Preparatory Prayer O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword
of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints … Continue reading Novena to the Holy Face – Day 3

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It is so good to have faith in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Without it, the hardships would be impossible to withstand.

Michael McFarland Campbell

Day Two: An Emperor Devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Jesus, gentle and humble of heart, form our hearts to be like Your Heart. On October 2, 1918, Blessed Karl consecrated himself and his family to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Through his suffering from being misjudged, slandered, and persecuted, his willingness to sacrifice his life for his peoples, his exile, and through his painful, fatal illness, Emperor Karl allowed his heart to be formed in union with the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Even in exile and sickness the Emperor took to heart his duties as monarch and father … Continue reading It is so good to have faith in the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Without it, the hardships would be impossible to withstand.

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