Saint Alphonsus Mary de’ Liguori, Bishop, Doctor
First reading Leviticus 23:1,4-11,15-16,27,34-37
First Friday: Let’s entrust ourselves to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
On this First Friday, as we entrust ourselves to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, today’s reading reminds us that sacred assemblies are not merely human initiatives but divine invitations. The feasts and gatherings of Israel were established by the Lord Himself as moments to remember His saving works and renew their covenant with Him. Likewise, every Eucharistic celebration we attend is not just a ritual we choose to observe but a call from God to encounter His love and mercy anew. In the Sacred Heart, we see the fullness of this divine invitation: Jesus opens His heart to draw us into His life, heal our wounds, and transform us with His love. Each time we gather for worship, we respond to this summons from God who longs to be with His people and to strengthen us through His presence. Today, let us approach the Sacred Heart with gratitude and humility, remembering that our worship is not about what we give to God, but about receiving and celebrating what He has already done for us. Let’s reflect: Is my devotion to the Sacred Heart a true response to Jesus’ invitation, recognizing it as His desire to draw me closer to His love and saving presence?
Don Giorgio