Reflection

The Sacred Heart Of Jesus

The heart is the place that is at the core of one’s being. People knew from the beginning of time that if the heart stopped beating life would cease. 

Jesus always let his heart guide him as he engaged in ministry. In the Gospel, we often see him react with compassion when he encounters people in spiritual, psychological, or physical distress. 

We remembered this when we celebrated the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the College’s Mass for Social Justice last Thursday. Each day offers the opportunity to open our eyes to see those who struggle and to touch the pain of another through simple acts of kindness. The College’s Vinnies Winter appeal which finished last week was a great way to do this. The items collected were presented at this Mass.

We say Jesus opened his heart to people. We recall how his heart was split open by a Roman soldier’s lance as he hung on the cross . The blow was to ensure that the Jesus was dead, but Jesus lives.

How does Jesus exercise his compassion today? He ministers through us – his followers. We are the open heart of Jesus today. We thank Jesus for his great love for us – he died on the cross for us. May we be people of love. May we be able to show love, mercy, kindness and compassion to others, especially those who may seem a bit lost or struggling with the challenges of life. May we be loving and generous in whatever way we can.

Holy Family of Nazareth, be our inspiration and our guide.

Jesus of Nazareth, help us to grow in Faith, Wisdom and Knowledge.

(This reflection was based on the article below)

https://www.sacredheartmoline.org/fathers-homilies/2024/6/homily-feast-of-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus