St. Margaret Mary Alacoque was a French nun and mystic who received visions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. She devoted her life to spreading devotion to the Sacred Heart, emphasizing God’s immense love and mercy for each of us. Her feast day is a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to this devotion in a fun and hands-on way.
Here are some simple, family-friendly ways to celebrate her feast day.
Enjoy Our Printables
We’ve created a St. Margaret Mary coloring page to help kids learn about her life while having fun. Pair it with a mini Sacred Heart of Jesus shrine craft, where children can build a small paper or cardboard shrine featuring the Sacred Heart. This activity helps kids visualize God’s love and opens the door to talking about devotion, prayer, and the Sacred Heart message.
Activity Inspired by St. Margaret Mary
Sacred Heart Scavenger Hunt: Another playful idea is a Sacred Heart scavenger hunt. Hide heart-shaped objects or pictures of hearts around the house or yard and invite children to find them, linking the activity to the idea of seeking Jesus’ love in everyday life.
Pray the Litany of the Sacred Heart
Consider praying the Litany of the Sacred Heart together as a family, inviting children to repeat short lines or responses.
Enjoy St. Margaret Mary or Sacred Heart-Inspired Treats
Celebrate with French-inspired foods to honor St. Margaret Mary’s heritage, or try Sacred Heart-themed treats that are playful and meaningful. Here are some simple ideas:
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Heart-Shaped Strawberries – Cut strawberries into heart shapes for a sweet, healthy snack.
Heart-Shaped Sandwiches – Use a cookie cutter to make sandwiches festive and thematic. - Sacred Heart Pizza – Top mini pizzas with a heart-shaped arrangement of ingredients (like pepperoni or tomato slices) to represent the Sacred Heart.
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French Snacks – Croissants, madeleines, or small pastries celebrate her French heritage and add a little cultural fun.
