Celebrating the 98th Death Anniversary of the Founder

In a heartwarming tribute to the legacy of Ven. Fr. Leo John Dehon, the founder of the Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SCJ), the formation community in Cagayan de Oro City came together to celebrate the 98th anniversary of his passing. The commemoration was a poignant blend of spiritual reflection, devotion, and joyful camaraderie that captured the essence of Fr. Dehon’s enduring influence.

The celebration unfolded in three distinct phases, each representing a crucial aspect of Fr. Dehon’s life and the impact he had on the community he founded. Continue reading

Feast of the Sacred Heart: A Celebration of Love, Devotion and Renewal!

The Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a special day for Catholics who honor the love and mercy of Christ for all mankind. It is also a day to pray for the holiness of priests, who are called to be the ministers of this love and mercy. The feast is celebrated on the Friday after the second Sunday after Pentecost and after the Feast of Corpus Christi. Continue reading

Celebration of 180th Birth Anniversary of Fr. Leo Dehon

The celebration of the 180th Birth Anniversary of Fr. Leo Dehon began with a special nine-day novena prayer on March 5, 2023

Fr. Leo Dehon, also known as Ven. Fr. Leo John Dehon was a French Roman Catholic priest who founded the Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SCJ) congregation in 1878. He was born on March 14, 1843, and died on August 12, 1925. His life and mission inspired many people around the world, especially those who follow his charism of social justice, spiritual renewal, and apostolic ministry. Continue reading

Novena before 180th Birth Anniversary of Fr. Leo John Dehon, SCJ

On March 14, 2023, the Congregation of the Priests of the Sacred Heart will celebrate the 180th Birth Anniversary of our Founder Fr. Leo John Dehon. As usual, a nine-day Novena Prayer precedes the proper celebration. Please feel invited to join us in our spiritual preparation for this event. You could use the following prayers:

Day 1: March 5th

Loving God, we thank you for the gift of Fr. Leo Dehon, who dedicated his life to serving you and your people. As we prepare to celebrate his birth anniversary, we ask you to grant us the grace to follow his example of selfless service and love. May we be inspired by his devotion to your Sacred Heart and his tireless efforts to build a more just and compassionate world. Continue reading