The Consecration of the USA to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
June 12 @ 5:15 pm
In November 2025, at the Plenary Assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), the U.S. bishops voted to consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June 2026. This consecration will occur as part of the national celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
As the patronal church of the United States, located prominently in our nation’s capital, the National Shrine stands at the center of this consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
At the Basilica’s 5:15 p.m. Mass, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA, will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Friday, June 12
| Time: | Location and Additional Information: |
|---|---|
| 5:15 p.m.* | Mass for the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – Crypt Church Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA – Principal Celebrant & Homilist |
*Livestreamed at www.nationalshrine.org/mass.
