The Diocese of Buffalo will join Catholics across the nation in a historic celebration of faith and devotion with a special consecration Mass on the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, at 5:15 p.m. Friday, June 12, at St. Joseph Cathedral.
The Mass coincides with the national call by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to consecrate the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in anticipation of the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. All are welcome to attend this special liturgy celebrating faith, unity, and the enduring spiritual foundations of the nation.
The Sacred Heart of Jesus remains one of the most profound symbols in Catholic spirituality, representing the divine love and mercy of Christ, whose heart was pierced on the cross for the salvation of humanity. Rooted in centuries of Catholic tradition, devotion to the Sacred Heart calls the faithful to deepen their relationship with Jesus and reflect upon his boundless compassion, sacrifice, and unwavering love…