Sacred Heart of Jesus Badge

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Beautiful pictures encased between clear plastic covers and elegantly crocheted around the edge by the Sisters.

Individually packaged. Actual size is about 2½" x 2" (6½ x 5 cm). Includes descriptive leaflet.

Not a stock item.  These are handmade items and can take up to 2-3 weeks to ship.

History

The familiar Sacred Heart Badge owes its origin to St. Margaret Mary. During one of the many apparitions, Our Lord expressed a wish that those who loved Him should wear or carry a picture of His Sacred Heart. St. Margaret Mary responded by making some little pictures which she and her friends carried. They were really the first Sacred Heart badges.

Thirty years later, the city of Marseilles, devastated by the plague, consecrated their city to the Sacred Heart. Everyone present put on a Sacred Heart badge. Those who wore the badge were protected by the plague, and the devotion began to spread.

 

During the French Revolution, priests, nobles, and commoners adopted the badge, and it quickly became a symbol of resistance against the bloody revolution, especially in the Vendée region. Other counter revolutionaries took up the devotion – Andreas Hofer’s Tyroleans fighting against Napoleon, the Cristeros who fought against the Mexican revolution, and the Spanish "requetés" whose intervention was decisive for the Anti-Communist Catholics in the Spanish Civil War, are just a few of them.

Pope Pius IX was asked his opinion of the badge in the year 1870. His answer: “This is an inspiration from Heaven. Yes, from Heaven. I am going to bless this Heart and want all badges made after this model to receive the same blessing, so that in the future, it will not be necessary for the blessing to be renewed by a priest. And I want Satan to be unable to cause any harm to those who wear this Badge, symbol of the adorable Heart of Jesus.”

More history about the devotion to the Sacred Heart Itself can be read on our Doctrine and Devotions page .

Symbolism

The front of the badge pictures Our Lord with a quote from the Gospel: “Come to Me all you that labor and are burdened and I will refresh you.”

On the back of the badge is a close up image of the Sacred Heart. Above the image are the words of Our Lord to St. Margaret Mary when He first revealed to her His Heart: “Behold this heart, which has so loved men.” Beneath the image in the invocation “Cease the heart of Jesus is with me!”

Devotional Practice

Wishing to foster the pious habit of wearing the Badge, in 1872, Blessed Pope Pius IX granted one hundred years indulgence to those who wear this emblem and pray daily one Our Father, one Hail Mary, and one Glory Be.

The Sacred Heart Badge is a sign or symbol, a wordless message that cuts across barriers of language, nationality and race. It gives an instant message about one’s attachment and devotion to Our Savior. Amid our daily occupations, the fatigues and toils of the day, the badge is a reminder of Our Lord’s constant intercession for us. “Cease, the Heart of Jesus is with me!”

More history about the devotion to the Sacred Heart Itself can be read on our Doctrine and Devotions page .

Testimonials

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– Andrew, Colorado, USA

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– Antonia, New York, USA

“Excellence is the Sisters trademark! As always, a smooth easy means of purchase, coupled with prompt shipping . The Items I have purchased over the years are always of superb quality and workmanship. I could not be more pleased.”

- Francis T Walsh

“I have now purchased at least a dozen brown scapulars from the Sisters of Carmel and have always received items of the utmost quality that wear very well. Adding to my satisfaction is that the Sisters charge a standard USPS shipping rate for the items, i.e., they do not add to one’s cost by charging inflated “shipping and handling” charges. Furthermore, my order was shipped one business day after I placed my order. We are all called by God to serve within the confines of His graces to us. The Sisters of Carmel are models of that calling.”

- Ed Shimkus

“I have received my orders from you and again want to thank you for them. The Blessed Sacrament and Seven Dolors chaplets are beautiful and will be treasured by me for many years. As others have said, the pictures on the web site don’t do them justice. I also want to thank you for the books you carry. They are clearly selected with the goal of deepening faith. It is wonderful to find a place where I can go and know that I will receive quality, not only of merchandise, but of faith. Again, thank you for the work you do.”

– Mary, Minnesota, USA

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– David, Ohio, USA

“Your website is like an oasis of good spiritual things! You do such magnificent work, the chaplets are amazing! The badges are like having good friends near, and your books are so nourishing to the soul. I feel so blessed to have found you. Thank you again, and you are in my prayers.”

– Laura, California, USA

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– Linda, North Carolina, USA

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– A Catholic Church, New York, USA

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– R.C., New York, USA

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– K.W.C.

“I recently purchased a cord rosary from the Sisters of Carmel. I have to say the quality and craftsmanship was far beyond my expectations. I was so impressed I ordered two more rosaries as gifts. God bless the Sisters of Carmel and God bless your ministry! Your rosaries, in my opinion, are of the finest quality anywhere.”

- Chris

“When I asked my priest to bless my new scapular, it took his breath away by its handmade beauty. I told him it had been made with loving hands by the Sisters of Carmel. I felt the Holy Spirit say to give it to him. I did. He was overwhelmed. I ordered another one for myself and it arrived today. I love it. It is so beautiful. I will kiss it every day. I am eager to have it blessed tomorrow and wear it immediately. Thank you.”

– Anonymous

“I love to order any item from your site. Always such high quality and a joy for all that I give them to. Your care and blessings are felt from the Holy Spirit to us. Thank you and God bless you.”

- Julia

“Once again the best. I appreciate you quickly sending me the scapular. I could have gone locally to purchase one, but I truly appreciate your craftsmanship and customer service.”

- Linda

“This is the most beautiful rosary I have ever seen crafted. Combining high quality materials, skillful labor, and loving prayer, the Carmelite Sisters are hands down the best choice to go with when shopping for rosaries. Reasonably priced, quick delivery, and wonderful customer service, I will DEFINITELY be ordering all of my future rosary purchases from ”