with that divine intention with which Thou, whilst on earth, didst give praise to God through Thy most sacred Heart, and still dost continue to give praise to Him in the Sacrament of the Eucharist everywhere, even unto the consummation of the world, I, wishing to imitate the most sacred Heart of the ever immaculate Virgin Mary, most willingly, offer to Thee during this whole day, not excepting the smallest part therefrom, all my intentions and thoughts, all my affections and desires, all my words and actions.
AN ACT OF FAITH.
O my God! I firmly believe all the sacred truths which Thy holy Catholic Church believes and teaches, because Thou hast revealed them, who neither canst deceive nor be deceived.
AN ACT OF HOPE.
O my God! relying on Thy infinite goodness and promises, I hope
