Sacred Heart Novena

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops voted to consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June 2026. This pious custom celebrates and marks America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Through this consecration, the USCCB is inviting all Catholics to lead their lives by faith and see the face of Christ reflected in each sister and brother. Read more about the consecration from the USCCB here.

Join LA Catholics and Catholics across the nation in praying the Sacred Heart of Jesus Novena ahead of this consecration. Follow us on social media (@lacatholics) or visit this webpage daily (June 3-11) for novena prayers and reflections!

Other ways your parish communities can participate in this sacred and historic moment:

• Ring Bells for Prayer – Parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles are invited to join in solidarity with the bishops gathered in Orlando by tolling their church bells at 3:00 PM Pacific Time, the Hour of Divine Mercy. As the sound of the bells carries across our neighborhoods, may it serve as an invitation for all people to pause, turn their hearts to God, and unite in prayer. Together, let us entrust our nation, our communities, and all those in need to the mercy and love of Jesus Christ.

• Join Us for the Feast of the Sacred Heart – On Friday, June 12, the faithful of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles are invited to gather for the 12:10 PM Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels as we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This special Mass offers an opportunity to unite our prayers with Catholics across the country as we entrust our families, communities, and nation to the loving Heart of Christ.