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USCCB Resources for the Celebration of the 250th
Consecrating the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
In June 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 in June.
Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 3 - 11
Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
250 Hours of Adoration and 250 Works of Mercy
The USCCB commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 with various ways for Catholics to get involved. One opportunity for parishes and individuals to participate is by contributing to a collective 250 Hours of Adoration and 250 Works of Mercy. This resource provides examples for 250 Hours of Adoration on the first page, and guidance for 250 Hours of Mercy is on the second page of this resource.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage 2026
Walk with Jesus. Pray for the nation. Follow the journey.
In honor of America’s 250th year, the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will carry the theme One Nation Under God. One Nation Under God is not a slogan—it’s an invitation to realign our lives, communities, and country under the sovereignty of Christ. It’s a call to build unity through prayer, and to let Jesus, present in the Eucharist, renew and heal the heart of our country, one soul at a time. As pilgrims on this route, we walk with Christ so that His love might draw our nation back to Him. You’re invited to join us, in person or in spirit, and offer prayers and sacrifices for the renewal of America.