Who is the patron saint of the Litany of the Sacred Heart?

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque is the patron saint associated with the Litany of the Sacred Heart. The prayer is offered through their intercession.

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Litany of the Sacred Heart

A beautiful litany invoking the many titles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, approved for public use by Pope Leo XIII in 1899.

10 min

Duration

1 day

Commitment

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St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

Patron Saint

Pray responsively: the leader prays each invocation and the response is 'Have mercy on us' or 'Pray for us.' Best prayed on First Fridays.

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Feast Day: Friday after Corpus Christi

Rosary · Our Lady of Lourdes

Rosary · Our Lady of the Rosary

Novenas · St. Faustina Kowalska

Invite a small group to pray this with you. Everyone gets the same prayer text, the same rhythm, the same intention.