St. Margaret Mary Alacoque (17 October): Know the Origin of the Devotions

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What connects the First Friday devotion, Thursday Holy Hours, and St. Margaret Mary Alacoque? This Catholic homily explores her life and mission, the promises associated with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the call to return Christ’s love with our own. St. Margaret Mary desired a hidden life of prayer and penance. Instead, she faced illness, family hardship, misunderstanding, and a mission that brought attention she never wanted. Her example reveals that holiness requires cooperation with grace, especially when God’s will challenges our natural preferences. The sermon recounts her revelations of the Sacred Heart, the trials surrounding their discernment, and the support of St. Claude de la Colombière. It also discusses the contributions of St. John Eudes and Fr. Jean Croiset in spreading this devotion. Learn about the nine First Fridays, the Thursday Holy Hour recalling Christ’s agony in Gethsemane, and the meaning of the flames surrounding His Sacred Heart. These practices invite us into a deeper love of Jesus, greater fidelity, and prayerful trust in His mercy. Above all, this homily reminds us that love of God is a gift we must ask to receive. Rather than relying on our own strength, we approach Him with humility and pray: “Lord, increase my love for You.” 00:00 Introduction to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque 00:36 Childhood devotion and love of the Blessed Sacrament 01:00 Illness, a vow to Our Lady, and recovery 01:24 Family hardship and poverty 02:20 Childhood visions and consolation 02:45 Remembering her promise to God 03:23 Entering the Visitation convent 03:38 Why holiness was not easy for her 04:36 The hidden life she desired 05:07 The difficult mission to share her visions 05:28 Revelations of the Sacred Heart 05:51 Christ’s Heart as a sign of divine love 06:16 Discernment and obedience 07:13 Religious vows and the scope of obedience 08:27 Accusations, patience, and charity 09:10 Spiritual trials and St. Claude de la Colombière 09:51 Spreading devotion to the Sacred Heart 10:30 Fr. Jean Croiset’s book on the devotion 11:05 Promises associated with the Sacred Heart 11:28 Why the Church has different devotions 12:06 The Heart of Jesus and His burning love 12:58 The nine First Fridays and final repentance 13:31 Why we must pray for the love of God 14:11 Humility and approaching God with empty hands 14:54 Prayer and freedom from worldly attachments 16:03 Thursday Holy Hours and Gethsemane 16:34 Her final years and the devotion’s growth 17:40 Her legacy and canonization 17:55 Understanding the devotions we practice 18:24 Recovering our Catholic spiritual heritage 19:28 Spiritual reading and cooperation with grace 19:52 Closing invocation and blessing 🙏 Sacred Heart of Jesus, increase our love for You. Help us approach You with humility, remain faithful in prayer, and cooperate with Your grace. St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, pray for us. https://tanbooks.com/products/books/discounts-sales/5-books/the-autobiography-of-saint-margaret-mary/?rfsn=6890074.681d17 https://tanbooks.com/products/books/saints/books-by-saints/devotion-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus-how-to-practice-the-sacred-heart-devotion/?rfsn=6890074.681d17 Please say 3 Hail Marys for the priest #StMargaretMaryAlacoque #SacredHeartOfJesus #CatholicSaints #CatholicFaith #SacredHeartDevotion #CatholicHomily #TraditionalCatholic #FirstFridayDevotion #EucharisticAdoration #CatholicChurch #CatholicDevotions #LoveOfChrist #CatholicYouTube #SensusFidelium #SaintBiography #CatholicSpirituality #CatholicInspiration #HeartOfJesus #CatholicHistory #CatholicTeaching 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Daily Devotionals