Paray-le-Monial, a mecca for devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, offers a profound and transformative spiritual experience for pilgrims. Before setting off, it is essential to prepare well for this journey, not only from a practical point of view, but also spiritually. A pilgrimage to Paray-le-Monial is much more than just a visit: it's a journey of faith, a time to reconnect with yourself and with God. Here's a guide to organising this pilgrimage spiritually and getting the most out of it. Read more...

Paray-le-Monial, a small town in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, has become a world-renowned spiritual centre thanks to its central role in devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The town's organisation is based on a balance between its religious heritage, its modern infrastructure and its ability to welcome pilgrims from all over the world. This carefully thought-out organisation enables Paray-le-Monial to meet the spiritual, logistical and practical needs of visitors while preserving its historic charm and evangelical mission. Read more...

Paray-le-Monial, located in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, is a small French town known worldwide for its central role in devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Every year, this place steeped in history and spirituality attracts thousands of pilgrims seeking peace, comfort and inspiration. Paray-le-Monial is much more than just a religious destination: it is a living symbol of divine love, deeply rooted in the heart of the Catholic Church. Read more...

The apparitions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus occupy a central place in Catholic devotion. They reveal the profound message of divine love and Christ's desire to touch the hearts of the faithful. Among these manifestations, the visions received by Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century are the most famous and helped to establish the liturgical feast of the Sacred Heart. This text explores the history of these apparitions, their spiritual message and their impact on the Church and believers. Read more...

The concept of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, although not explicitly found in Scripture under this name, is deeply rooted in biblical teachings. The heart of Jesus is a powerful metaphor used to describe his infinite love, compassion and sacrifice for humanity. In many passages of the Bible, we find elements that illuminate and support devotion to the Sacred Heart. Here is an exploration of the biblical foundations of this devotion. Read more...