Catholic bishops consecrate US, White House says Trump and Melania 'join in prayer' in 'unprecedented' gesture
President Donald Trump is offering support for Catholic bishops’ consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, an unprecedented act of solidarity with the Catholic Church as the animosity between the White House and the Vatican is seemingly in the rearview.
TL;DR
- Catholic bishops consecrated the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the nation's 250th anniversary.
- President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participated in prayer, offering unprecedented support for the Catholic Church.
- The consecration spiritually entrusts the nation's people to God's care, symbolizing Jesus's mercy and love.
- The event is seen as a high point in the acceptance of the Catholic Church in the U.S. and a recommitment to defending spiritual identity.
- The Trump administration has previously shown favor towards the Catholic Church, commemorating feast days and appointing Catholics to administration roles.