The enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a formal act of consecration in which a family invites Jesus to reign in their home and hearts. This spiritual practice is more than the placement of a religious image, it is a public and personal acknowledgment that Jesus Christ is the King and Friend of the household. BETTY AMUKPO asks why every Catholic family should consider this act of faith. Some teens present the benefits:
‘Helps families stay closer to Him’
Enthroning the Sacred Heart brings peace, love, and blessings to our home. “Jesus, meek and humble of heart” (Matthew 11:29). “I stand at the door and knock” (Revelation 3:20). “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15). The Sacred Heart of Jesus brings protection to families who welcome Him. “Let not your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1). “Blessed are the pure in heart” (Matthew 5:8). “The Lord bless you and keep you” (Numbers 6:24). Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus helps our family stay closer to Him, pray together, and love one another. With Jesus in the family, Happy, happy home, Happy, happy home, Happy, happy home…
• Ogoke Chimamanda
‘It reminds families to love and forgive like Jesus’
Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in homes brings peace, unity, protection, and spiritual blessings. It reminds families to love and forgive like Jesus. He said, “Peace be with you” (John 20:19), showing His Heart brings peace. Jesus also promised to bless every home that honours His Sacred Heart.
• Blossom Akalezi
‘It offers numerous benefits, including deepening faith, strengthening family bonds’
The benefits of Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in homes, a devotion inspired by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, offers numerous benefits, including deepening faith, strengthening family bonds, and attracting divine blessings. It signifies a re-commitment to Christ and His teachings, creating a sacred space where the family can draw closer to God, and a powerful reminder to prayer.
• Adigwe Chisom
‘Promotes peace, love, and security in homes’
Establishing the Sacred Heart of Jesus in our homes promotes peace, love, and security. This practice nurtures a strong personal bond with Christ, and encourages families to trust in His grace. As stated in John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you,” this gesture brings spiritual calm. It also promotes family togetherness and prayer, echoing Psalm 127:1: “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labour in vain.” Allow His heart to rule in your home.
• Arnold Akalezi
‘Enthroning the most Sacred Heart of Jesus brings deeper connection with God’
Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is an opportunity for families to come alive with the spirit of faith, love and grow in reverence. It is the most powerful and effective means of promoting the honour of God and salvation of souls. Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus brings protection and blessings, the Lord will bless our home and bring divine protection upon us. God’s love will be poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5). A home dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus will experience increase in love, compassion and harmony. Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in our homes brings God’s blessings, mercy, peace, protection, spiritual growth and healing.
• Chima Anita
‘Strengthens faith, fosters family unity’
Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your home invites His love, peace, and blessings. It strengthens faith, fosters family unity, and encourages forgiveness (Ephesians 4:32). It offers spiritual protection (Psalm 91:11) and inspires a life of charity and humility (Philippians 2:3-4). Through this act, your home becomes a place of prayer, healing, and hope (Jeremiah 29:11), where Christ reigns with mercy and grace. “Come to me, all you who are weary” (Matthew 11:28).
• Chioma Ekeh
‘Serves as a powerful reminder of Christ’s presence’
The Sacred Heart of Jesus represents the divine wellspring of love, the source from which flows an abundance of compassion, mercy, and grace. Enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in homes comes with many spiritual and practical benefits. It fosters love, peace, and grace within the family. (John 14: 23); serves as a powerful reminder of Christ’s presence and a commitment to living a life centered on His teachings (Rev. 3:20). The act of enthronement strengthens the family’s faith, deepens relationship with Jesus, and offers protection against negative influences. The enthronement ceremony is a formal act of recognising Christ’s rule over the family and inviting Him into their lives.
• Promise Anyikaeme
