38. Consecration Of The Family To The Sacred Hearts Of Jesus And Mary

Most holy Hearts of Jesus and Mary, 
united in perfect love, 
as you look upon us with mercy and caring, 
we consecrate our hearts, 
our lives, our family to you. 
We know the beautiful example 
of your home in Nazareth was meant to be 
a model for each of our families. 
We hope to have, 
with your help, 
the unity and strong, 
enduring love you gave to one another. 
May our home be filled with joy. 
May sincere affection, patience, 
tolerance and mutual respect be freely given to all. 
May our prayers be filled with the needs of others, 
not just ourselves 
and may we always be close to your sacraments. 
Bless those who are present, 
as well as those who are absent, 
both the living and the dead; 
may peace be among us 
and when we are tested, 
grant us the Christian acceptance of God's will.
Keep our family close to your Hearts; 
may your special protection be with us always. 
Most Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, 
hear our prayer. 

(By the Missionaries of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.)