Our Lady of the Valley Roman and St Raphael Catholic Community

06/10/2026

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06/10/2026

Most Catholics know about the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

But many don't realize that this coming week gives us a rare opportunity to reflect on all three hearts of the Holy Family together.

June 12 ❤️ Sacred Heart of Jesus
June 13 🤍 Immaculate Heart of Mary
June 17 💛 Chaste Heart of St. Joseph

When I look at these three devotions, I see three things the world desperately needs right now.

The Sacred Heart of Jesus reminds us that God's mercy is bigger than our sins. Christ doesn't stop loving people because they fail. He calls them to repentance and offers them the grace to begin again.

The Immaculate Heart of Mary reminds us what trust looks like. Mary did not always understand everything God was doing, but she remained faithful. She teaches us to keep saying yes to God even when life is painful or confusing.

Then there is St. Joseph.

His heart teaches something our culture often overlooks: holiness does not require attention. Joseph never recorded a single word in Scripture, yet God entrusted him with protecting Jesus and Mary. His life shows us that faithfulness matters more than recognition.

Maybe that's why these three devotions fit together so well.

Jesus teaches us mercy.
Mary teaches us trust.
Joseph teaches us faithfulness.

And honestly, most of us need all three.

As these feast days approach, take a moment to ask yourself where you need to grow most. Do you need more trust? More mercy? More faithfulness?

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
Most Chaste Heart of St. Joseph, protect us.

💬 If you had to choose just one, which heart speaks to your life the most right now?

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

A reminder: this weekend we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

Following the 4:00 PM and 8:00 AM Masses, we will have a candlelight Eucharistic procession, concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Come and honor Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist and join us in this beautiful expression of faith and devotion.

06/04/2026

A transcendent explanation of the image of The Divine Mercy.

06/03/2026

A lot of people see images of the Sacred Heart of Jesus but never stop to ask what all the symbols actually mean. ⤵️

The devotion to the Sacred Heart focuses on the love of Jesus Christ for humanity. It reminds us that God's love is not distant or abstract. It is personal, sacrificial, and still offered to us today.

❤️‍🔥 In the image, the Heart itself represents the real Heart of Jesus and His human love united with His divine love.

❤️‍🔥 The flames above the Heart symbolize the burning love Jesus has for every person. His love is alive, active, and always reaching out to us.

❤️‍🔥 The Cross on top reminds us that His love led Him to Calvary. The Sacred Heart is inseparable from Christ's suffering, death, and sacrifice for our salvation.

❤️‍🔥 The crown of thorns wrapped around the Heart represents the wounds caused by sin and the rejection of God's love. It reminds us that Jesus willingly endured suffering for us.

The Sacred Heart also reminds us of something many Catholics have forgotten. Jesus does not simply ask to be admired. He asks to be loved in return. Sacred Heart devotion includes acts of reparation, offering prayers, sacrifices, and love in response to the sins, indifference, and ingratitude that offend His Heart.

❤️‍🔥 The wound on the side of the Heart points to the lance that pierced Christ's side during the Crucifixion (John 19:34). The Church has long seen this wound as a sign of the mercy and grace that flow from His Heart.

❤️‍🔥 Many Sacred Heart images also show rays of light coming from the Heart. These symbolize the blessings, mercy, and graces that Christ pours out upon the world.

❤️‍🔥 One detail people often miss is that the Heart is visible outside His chest. This is meant to show that Jesus is holding nothing back. He reveals His Heart openly and invites us to respond to His love.

The Sacred Heart is ultimately a question.

Will we return the love that God has already shown us?

When you look at the Sacred Heart image, which symbol speaks to you the most:
the Cross, the crown of thorns, the wound, or the flames?

06/02/2026

Join us on Sunday, June 7, as we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

Following the 4:00 PM and 8:00 AM Masses, we will have a candlelight Eucharistic procession, concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Come and honor Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist and join us in this beautiful expression of faith and devotion.

06/02/2026

A reminder: the Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus begins tomorrow, June 3rd

About this Novena
This year, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation. As part of this historic celebration, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11.
In preparation for this beautiful and grace-filled moment, all are invited to join in praying the Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus from June 3–11. The novena may also be prayed anytime between now and July 4.
The Novena will be prayed after the daily Masses. For those who wish to pray individually or with family at home, please check your email for a copy of the Novena Prayer.
As we prepare for this sacred occasion, let us turn to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which reminds us that Christ’s love is never distant. His Heart beats with mercy and love for each one of us and for our nation. May this novena draw us closer to Him and renew our faith and hope.