The Father John Harvey Guild

09/05/2026

08/15/2026

"By contemplating Mary in heavenly glory, we understand that the earth is not the definitive homeland for us either, and that if we live with our gaze fixed on eternal goods we will one day share in this same glory and the earth will become more beautiful.

"Consequently, we must not lose our serenity and peace even amid the thousands of daily difficulties. The luminous sign of Our Lady taken up into Heaven shines out even more brightly when sad shadows of suffering and violence seem to loom on the horizon.

"We may be sure of it: from on high, Mary follows our footsteps with gentle concern, dispels the gloom in moments of darkness and distress, reassures us with her motherly hand.

"Supported by awareness of this, let us continue confidently on our path of Christian commitment wherever Providence may lead us. Let us forge ahead in our lives under Mary's guidance."

Pope Benedict XVI, General Audience, August 16, 2006

07/17/2026

If you're currently attending the Annual Courage EnCourage Conference at USML in Mundelein, please be sure to stop by the Fr. Harvey Guild table and introduce yourself! We love meeting our friends and supporters in person! 😇 🧡

07/16/2026

Wishing everyone at the Annual Courage-EnCourage Conference many graces and blessings! 🙏🏼😇

07/01/2026

Later this month, the Guild will begin filming a first round of interviews for a new Father Harvey documentary! Please consider supporting this effort, as your means allow. Thank you and God bless you!
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06/21/2026

Today we also remember and give thanks for our spiritual fathers: Fr. John Harvey OSFS with Fr. Benedict Groeschel CFR 😇✝️🙏🏼

See more pics at https://www.frjohnharvey.com/gallery

06/12/2026

This is a special feast day for the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. While the devotion to the Sacred Heart has roots in the early Church, it was popularized by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM, a spiritual daughter of St. Francis de Sales and a Visitandine nun. The Visitation order was founded by St. Francis and St. Jane de Chantal.

All Oblates concentrate themselves to the Sacred Heart of Jesus every first Friday of the month so that they might unite their hearts with Christ and more deeply "Live Jesus."

Read more about the Oblate's connection to the Feast of the Sacred Heart here: https://www.oblates.org/the-feast-of-the-sacred-heart

06/12/2026

"I need nothing but God, and to lose myself in the heart of Jesus."
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

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Background image: crop of Sacred Heart painting by Adolfo Simeone

06/11/2026

The Sacred Heart of Jesus reminds us that we are deeply known and deeply loved. Christ sees every joy, every struggle, every wound we carry—and He does not turn away.

As our nation prepares to be consecrated to the Sacred Heart, we are invited to do something deeply personal: to place our own hearts into His.

There, we find mercy for our failures, strength for our burdens, and the peace that comes from knowing we never walk alone.

Are you seeking a community that understands your story and walks with you toward Christ?

At Courage International, we journey together in faith, hope, and love—encouraging one another to grow in holiness and authentic friendship.

You are not alone.
Come walk with us.

go to Couragerc.org

06/03/2026

Today we remember and give thanks for Fr. John Harvey’s ordination 82 years ago, on June 3, 1944. 🙏🏼😇

We also give thanks for Ugandan martyrs Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions, whose feast day is today. These brave martyrs have come to be honoured as patron saints of the Courage Apostolate, founded by Fr. Harvey. ✝

Image credits:
Ordination illustration (top left): Ariel Agemian
Fr. Harvey (top right): pic provided by Father's family
Mural painting of St. Charles Lwanga & Companions (bottom): Mae Belle Gay

Learn more about Father Harvey at: frjohnharvey.com

Join the Father John Harvey Guild: frjohnharvey.com/guild

Order free prayer cards: frjohnharvey.com/prayer-cards

Learn about the apostolate Father Harvey founded: couragerc.org