Three Resolutions

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, with the help of Thy grace I firmly resolve to keep the following resolutions: I will often throughout the day ask Thee for a share in Thy humility by repeating as frequently as I can, “Jesus, meek and humble of Heart, make my heart like unto Thine.” I will foster … More Three Resolutions

Repugnant Suffering

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, I humbly confess that I do not know how Thy yoke can be considered sweet and Thy burden light. Look at all that Thou hadst to suffer! Who could rightly call your Passion and death sweet and light? I have another confession to make. I am completely embarrassed and ashamed … More Repugnant Suffering

O Mary!

O Mary, I have nothing of any value to offer to thy Son. I know that thy sacrifice was perfectly pleasing to Him, however, and so I humbly ask of thee to permit me to share in it. Grant that thy sacrifice may become our sacrifice so that together we may please thy Divine Son. … More O Mary!

Veronica

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have always desired to do something great for Thee. Convert the nations, defeat the antichrist, save the world – something of that magnitude. But then I pray Thy stations of the cross, and I come to Veronica. The great Veronica, who has been known the world over for two … More Veronica