Heart of Jesus, Delight of All the Saints
In this lesson, Annabelle Moseley, poet; author; and Professor of Theology, leads Day 33 of the 33-Day “Our House of the Sacred Heart” Consecration and teaches “The Lesson of the New House of the Sacred Heart” as a real-life example of answering the call. Beautiful prayers, devotions, art, stories, scripture and poetry are included in this podcast that won’t take much of your time… but is time well-spent.
Reflection on Art
let us pray: Prayer of Thanksgiving to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Glory be to You, O Sacred Heart of Jesus… May our home be for You a haven as sweet as that of Bethany, where You can find rest in the midst of loving friends, who like Mary have chosen the better part in the loving intimacy of Your Heart! May this home be for You, O beloved Saviour, a humble but hospitable refuge during the exile imposed on You by Your enemies. Come then, Lord Jesus, come, for here as at Nazareth, we have a tender love for the Virgin Mary, Your sweet Mother whom You have given us to be our Mother whom You have given us to be our Mother. Come to fill with Your sweet presence the vacancies which misfortune and death have wrought in our midst. O most faithful Friend, had You been here in the midst of sorrow, our tears would have been less bitter; the comforting balm of peace would then have soothed these hidden wounds, which are known to You alone. Come, for even now, perhaps, there is drawing near for us the twilight of tribulation, and the decline of the passing days of our youth and our illusions. Stay with us, for it is already late, and a sinful world seeks to envelop us in the darkness of its denials while we wish to adhere to You who alone are the Way the Truth and the Life. Repeat for us those words You uttered of old: This day I must abide in this home. Amen.
Seven Sorrows Rosary
Our House of the Sacred Heart, the book, ends with a Consecration to the Sacred Heart… and also to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Let us draw closer to Jesus, through Mary, today, by praying the Seven Sorrows Rosary: 7 groupings of Hail Marys, with reflections on each of Our Lady’s Seven Sorrows.
Questions of the Day
- What did this Consecration journey mean to you? What touched or moved you, or made you look at something in a fresh, new, or inspired light?
- What were some of your favorite Lessons?
- What were some of your favorite music, art, and poetry you encountered here over these past 33 days? Is there a new prayer or devotion you love that you’ve encountered here?
- What does the Sacred Heart of Jesus mean to you? How has that devotion deepened, changed, or intensified since over the last 33 days?
- Would you recommend this Consecration to a friend? What would you tell someone considering signing up for this 33-day Consecration?
- How will you celebrate the Feast of The Sacred Heart of Jesus (in your prayer life, family and home), now that you’re consecrated?
Today’s Challenge
Each line in this Litany means something to us now. We have skin in the game.
Pray the entire Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Then pray the Act of Consecration to the Sacred Heart.
Pass it on! Leave a comment below, encouraging others to make this Consecration!
Feel free to hop on board anytime if you'd like to journey with us again, as you can never consecrate yourself too often to the Sacred Heart! In the meantime, do you know anyone who would benefit from drawing closer to Our Lord's Heart? Invite them to join the Consecration! What a way to be a witness! Send them this link for an official invitation from me... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrcHgnVKlkI&t=26s and this link takes them directly to the signup page: https://tourguideofwonder.com/consecration-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus/ Until next time, God's Beloved.
Download the prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus here if you’d like to save it or print it for reference!
Listen to Author Annabelle Moseley interviewed by Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis on her show “Vows, Vocations, and Promises: Discerning the Call of Love.” Hear Annabelle talk about what inspired her to write this book, what it was like to write it, why she decided to lead a Consecration to the Sacred Heart and answers to other intriguing questions.
Our House of the Sacred Heart is the companion text for this 33-day Consecration to the Sacred Heart. Click on the image to get your copy today!
Thank you so much for sharing your family stories, the beautiful music, the exquisite artwork and mostly your time in this Consecration to The Sacred Heart journey. These lessons have called me back in time when I shared many loving moments with family. In truth, as I continue to learn and open my heart and mind to God I realize that everything goes back to the Cross. All of your lessons are implemented into an open model of sharing your experiences filled with faith, hope and love. Inviting us into your family’s house has given us an opportunity to think about and refresh our own family stories but also to remember that God has made all gifts possible. I personally learn so much when you introduce the narrative, the music. the art and the poetry. You bring all that is beautiful and good together. You have taken your gifts that God has given you and your family as well and wasted no time in operationalizing and envisioning God and Blessed Mother in all that you do and share. Thank you Professor Moseley for sharing your love and faith.
You’re very welcome, Linda. Thank you so much for all your beautiful thoughts and insights. I’m so glad you were along for this journey! ” God has made all gifts possible…” Well said! To God be the Glory.
Until we meet again
God bless you, Linda.
And… Happy Consecration Day!!!
Thank you for this beautiful gift. Following along these past 33 days has been a genuine blessing. God bless you and your ministry.
What a beautiful, moving, enriching journey…as good as a monthlong retreat. Thank you for your ministry, God’s Beloved, and may our Good God bless your work!
I was invited to participate in this Consecration by a friend and it really helped me a great deal with some personal sorrows. It’s one thing to know God loves us, but you helped me to really FEEL like I am God’s Beloved. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much, Annabelle for this daily podcast which complemented perfectly the book I received from a sister-in-Christ as a gift. I loved the family faith stories each day which really helped me reflect on my own family faith memories. I hope to catch other podcasts you share. God bless you in all you do.
The other comments above say so much that I feel, but I just would like to add that I was deeply moved by the beautiful art and music you shared with us. I hope your ministry receives all the attention it deserves, for you have truly done some remarkable work bringing souls to better know and love the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Thank you Professor Moseley for the consecration and the beautiful art and poetry Enjoyed the journey!!!
This is a beautiful way to Journey through the Consecration of the Sacred Heart. I wasn’t able to have the book until over halfway through the journey, so I am planning to do this again during 2023 making my Consecration of the Feast of the Sacred Heart.
I am going to share this opportunity with others.
The songs, poetry and art are such beautiful expressions of the Divine that brings this journey alive.
Thank you so much for creating and offering this journey to the Sacred Heart as well as sharing your family stories. What a legacy!
Peace and Blessings
Judith
Thank you for a wonderful 33 Consecration to the Sacred Heart. Your voice is lovely. I thought your poetry and stories about your blessed Grandmother are beautiful. Thank you for sharing them with us. I thought you put together a great spiritual journey for us, and I appreciate so much the time I spent with you these past 33 days.