250 Hours of Adoration during the 250th Anniversary of America.
As the United States of America commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of
Independence in 2026, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the country to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. All Catholics are encouraged to join the bishops in praying for the unity and healing of our country.
How to Participate
Parishes can participate in 250 hours of adoration together by offering a Holy Hour on a weekly or monthly basis leading up to the July 4 anniversary. Parishes and communities can decide how best to set up their holy hours, continue current practices, or invite new people to join. While 250 hours seems like a lot, each person present constitutes an hour prayed. Parishes and communities can also consider how to incorporate both the 250 Works of Mercy alongside the 250 Hours of Adoration.
Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
https://www.usccb.org/prayers/litany-sacred-heart-jesus
The seven Corporal Works of Mercy
https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/new-evangelization/jubilee-of-mercy/the-corporal-works-of-mercy
Afterwards, report your communityโs participation here.๐
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h5GDRvRW_U2cKLDQvtTaWZFNbFh-rWZJrsBf4-UkdNRUMFdRSDQ4WlM1SVBBU0lJV0NTWVdIRUFDUS4u
Organizations to get involved with in your local community include:
Local Catholic Charities agencies
CRS chapters and clubs
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
