06/03/2026
FROM THE USCCB:
Consecrating the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
On June 11, 2026, as part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Parishes around the country are encouraged to join the bishops in consecrating our nation to the Sacred Heart.
250 Hours of Adoration and 250 Works of Mercy
All Catholics are encouraged to join the bishops in praying for the unity and healing of our country. One opportunity for parishes and individuals to participate is by contributing to a collective 250 Hours of Adoration and 250 Works of Mercy.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage: One Nation Under God
The National Eucharistic Revival team is organizing another nation-wide Eucharistic pilgrimage to celebrate the founding of our nation. While the pilgrimage will not cross through our diocese, there are a number of ways to get involved, including pledging prayers for the pilgrims and participating in a video lecture series.
https://www.usccb.org/consecration-united-states-sacred-heart-jesus
FROM THE DIOCESE OF GA***RD:
God Bless America, Masses
Starting in July, Bishop Walsh will offer Masses in each of our vicariates both in thanksgiving for the many blessings our nation has already received from God and in supplication that those blessings continue to increase.
Bishop Walsh invites you and your parishioners to the upcoming God Bless America Masses to be held in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. See the schedule below:
• Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM
St. Mary Cathedral, Ga***rd
• Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 5:30 PM
St. Francis Xavier, Petoskey
• Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:30 PM
St. Ignatius, Rogers City
• Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 5:30 PM
St. Joseph, West Branch
• Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 5:30 PM
St. Ann, Cadillac
• Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5:30 PM
Immaculate Conception, Traverse City
Please mark your calendars and consider joining us in prayer for our nation.
On June 11, 2026, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Parishes are encouraged to participate.
