Why the Sacred Heart Prayer?

Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Our monthly Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus began after the tragic deaths of

Treyton Kilar in 2010 and Connor Bourke in 2011. Treyton was killed by a drunk driver when he

was almost 7 years old. Connor battled brain cancer for over two years before his death at the age

of 11.

Both were cherished students in our school who have left a legacy of faith and love of family.

Treyton and Connor often spoke openly of their love for Jesus, their families, classmates, and

friends. Our SJB community wanted to remember both boys for the way in which they shared

Christ’s love with others. The monthly Devotion and Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus began in

the fall of 2011 as our special way of honoring the memory of Treyton and Connor, who were good

friends. This special devotion that we pray after every First Friday mass reminds us how much

Jesus loves us and how we should all share that love with others.

“Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like unto thine.”