Blessed Mother Mary

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Hi,
Does Mother Mary appear to people in this modern day and can she speak to our hearts? I’d love to hear of your experiences.
What prompts me to ask is that I have a facebook friend who said he saw an outline of Mary in his room years ago which led him back to the faith and he has had another experince too…wish I could have an experience like that.
Anyway, was just wondering if anyone wanted to share their experieces.🙂
 
Hi velvetsky 🙂

I would say our glorious Queen and Mother already has interceded for you. She has let you know how she interceded in your friend’s conversion, and you have become curious and inspired about it! 😉

Now the grace of visions and prophecies are rare and given only to those whom the Lord wills. God only grants us the graces that we really need, not what we necessarily want. Therefore, just trust the Lord and our Lady and be contented with what they have in store for you…because frankly you could NEVER imagine the goodness and gifts that are in store for you, in this life and the next!

God bless.
 
Hi Velvetsky,

My best advice to you is to not seek after private revelations; they are normally a cross to bear in this life for those who receive them as evidenced by the lives of those who have received apparitions which are approved by the Church. In other words, dont start to feel left out if you dont receive private apparitions. Dont say to yourself something like: "doesnt God love me as much as Sr Lucia, or Saint Bernadette, or Sr Faustina? It doesnt work that way.

In our society today where everything is communicated in an instant, people forget that intimacy with God is available to everyone in the ordinary experiences of everyday life, and in the sacraments, in prayer , through the Church, and in the performance of one’s daily duties. I know people who will spend thousands of dollars to fly to the site of a supposed apparition, yet they would never think to drop into the local parish church and spend some time with Jesus in front of the tabernacle.

Our Lady has extraordinary gifts and graces for you …all through the ordinary channels!
 
velvetsky said:
Hi,
Does Mother Mary appear to people in this modern day and can she speak to our hearts? I’d love to hear of your experiences.
What prompts me to ask is that I have a facebook friend who said he saw an outline of Mary in his room years ago which led him back to the faith and he has had another experince too…wish I could have an experience like that.
Anyway, was just wondering if anyone wanted to share their experieces.🙂
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I have never experienced any apparitions and whatnot, fortunately (I would probably get a heart attack if I saw the Blessed Virgin in reality). On the other hand, I have always wanted to experience this “smell of roses” that certain people speak about when they have a inner feeling that the Blessed Virgin is about (although unseen).

There are some good testimonies on eRosary (www.erosary.com). I really liked the one describing a locution:
Frances M.:
I was living life pretty much away from the church and religion, even though being brought up Catholic. At this point in my life I stated that I hated all religions. I cannot recall ever saying the rosary. To make this brief, I had miraculous series of events that lead me to say the rosary. I was alone at home, I barely had the mysteries memorized and decided that this time nothing was going to get in the way of me saying the rosary.

Recently, I had asked a question about where is evil and where does it live - where is it in man? I was just about to say the rosary and I noticed that it was suddenly like a spring day outside even though it was fall. I had to say the rosary without anymore interruptions. I started saying the Joyful Mysteries. It was either the 1st or 2nd mystery, when I heard a female voice ( I was alone) speaking - it was the most beautiful voice I have ever heard in person, on tv, or the movies. It was as if a gem/crystal/prism was speaking. All the facets were like rays of a voice but the voice sounded clear like one projected sound. I can only compare it to a mother speaking tenderly and lovingly to her newborn. And that is not even an accurate caparison. This voice said that out of hearts of men come evil and she repeated it. I did not say anything and I was not afraid or upset at all. I have to tell you that you would give up everything to hear this voice again and again.

I continued and when I got a the 3rd mystery a male voice spoke. It was a very powerful, strong, clear, direct, voice but not mean. It was like thunder or I can compare this voice to the “booms” you hear at the 4th of July fireworks - you know after the fireworks burst, then follows that explosion , white light, and boom - sound. Only this sound did not hurt the ears and was not uncomfortable in any way. Each word was a booming voice. The voice said, “I AM THE FOUNDATION OF THE WORLD”. You do not mess around with this voice.

This was just the beginning, in 2004, of many experiences for me. Thanks for stopping by and reading my true story of the rosary.

God bless you, and please, do yourself and your family a favor and say the rosary daily.
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Thank you,
Eugen von Böhm-Bawerk
 
I think the modern phenomenon of Catholic miracle-chasers is a sad commentary on the shallowness of contemporary Catholic spirituality. It goes hand-in-hand with “bumper sticker” Catholicism.

The center of Catholic spirituality ought mainly to consist in a robust participation in the public corporate worship of the Church, that is to say the Liturgy, the center of which is the Eucharistic Celebration: the sacrifice of the Mass. This participation in the public worship of the Church continues with the liturgical Hours.

I think if Catholics would come to immerse themselves in the life of the liturgy, and put private devotions in their proper subordinate place and context, there would be so much less of this need to see visions and apparitions and weeping Madonnas. Because we would be square within the miracle of Christ’s redemptive action, and in our earthly preparation for eternal life, a life in God, “through Him, with Him, and in Him”.

Furthermore, Catholics should strive to continue to educate themselves in the areas of Sacred Scripture, catechesis, church history, theology, philosophy, &c, so that the fullness of what Catholicism and Christianity mean become ever clearer. I think when you allow yourself to encounter the fullness of the faith and of the Church, things such as possible apparitions become ever less-important and ever less-interesting. They become quite peripheral, in fact, as indeed they ought to be.

When I see people exclaim that they’ve seen the Madonna on a piece of toast or an outline of what they’re sure is Jesus Christ in the clouds, it’s an immediate and telling moment revealing just how much they really “get” it all. What are you going to do, after all, with a Madonna on toast, or with the head of Jesus in a cloud? What does it mean?

It’s a shallow approach to an uninformed faith.
 
I am always aware of Mama Mary’s presence in my life! What a lovely and rare gem she is to me and all her children who invoke her powerful intercession! Stay close to Mary’s heart and you will never be led astray.❤️

I thought you might want to see what some of the saints had to say about her, OP 🙂
So here are some quotes! God Bless+

“We never give more honor to Jesus than when we honor his Mother, and we honor her simply and solely to honor him all the more perfectly. We go to her only as a way leading to the goal we seek - Jesus, her Son.”
–Saint Louis Marie de Montfort

“The greatest saints, those richest in grace and virtue will be the most assiduous in praying to the most Blessed Virgin, looking up to her as the perfect model to imitate and as a powerful helper to assist them.”
–Saint Louis Marie de Montfort

“Mary having co-operated in our redemption with so much glory to God and so much love for us, Our Lord ordained that no one shall obtain salvation except through her intercession.”
–St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori

“Men do not fear a powerful hostile army as the powers of hell fear the name and protection of Mary.”
–St. Bonaventure

“To give worthy praise to the Lord’s mercy, we unite ourselves with Your Immaculate Mother, for then our hymn will be more pleasing to You, because She is chosen from among men and angels. Through Her, as through a pure crystal, Your mercy was passed on to us. Through Her, man became pleasing to God; Through Her, streams of grace flowed down upon us.” (1746)
–St. Faustina

“Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did.”
–Saint Maximilian Kolbe

“Before, by yourself, you couldn’t. Now, you’ve turned to our Lady, and with her, how easy!”
–St. Josemaria Escriva
 
I love this thread. Matt, your post spoke to me. I’ve always wondered “Why doesn’t Mary or God love me as much as Sister Lucia?” because I’ve never experienced private revelations (but I have experienced Mother Mary’s intercession and graces). Now I see.

And lil_flower, thank you for those beautiful quotes! St. Josemaria Escriva’s quote really captures how I feel. So many things I could never do—pray, go to Church, go to Confession, etc. But then when I turned to Mary and trusted in her, I can now do all of these things with no problem.
 
Pregustator said:
Furthermore, Catholics should strive to continue to educate themselves in the areas of Sacred Scripture, catechesis, church history, theology, philosophy, &c, so that the fullness of what Catholicism and Christianity mean become ever clearer. I think when you allow yourself to encounter the fullness of the faith and of the Church, things such as possible apparitions become ever less-important and ever less-interesting. They become quite peripheral, in fact, as indeed they ought to be.

When I see people exclaim that they’ve seen the Madonna on a piece of toast or an outline of what they’re sure is Jesus Christ in the clouds, it’s an immediate and telling moment revealing just how much they really “get” it all. What are you going to do, after all, with a Madonna on toast, or with the head of Jesus in a cloud? What does it mean?

It’s a shallow approach to an uninformed faith.
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👍

You know the so-called “spiritual” types could use a lot more of your thinking.

The more and more I think about it, the more I feel alienated and apathetic towards people who talk about apparitions, spiritual ecstasies, and heavenly visions. My approach to Christian/Catholic life is what you might call Socratic.

Why am I here?

What does it mean to be a Catholic?

Why is this wrong?

Am I doing the right thing?

What is the meaning of my existence?

What am I doing with my life?

What am I fighting for?

Honestly whenever I hear these people (take that Fatima movie for instance) say “Do this, do that because the Blessed Virgin said…” I am compelled to ask these people: Why?

Now I’ve heard very good, logical explanations from respected apologists and theologians (including the ones on Catholic Answers and my own theology teachers). But the rest? You’d think emotional prayer is the only thing they use their brains for.
 
“Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” - John 20:29

The foundation of true Catholic belief is two fold: Logic and Faith. Without one, you cannot have a healthy spiritual life. You need a balance of both. But you two (Pregustator and Lost Wanderer) seem to be rejecting the second, which is just as bad as those whom you are talking about who reject the first.

Who are we to judge someone else’s faith? People who believe because God told them to believe (whether He Himself or Mary appeared delivering the message) are called “blessed” by God Himself. Clearly, they’re doing something right.

Faith is just as important as logic. Never denounce someone because they have undying faith, but rather strive to have such faith and pray that these people will have the logic you have. Only then can you please God, “And without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6)

I’m a skeptic. A HUGE skeptic. So skeptical that it took me years to find Christianity after I had left it. After I found it, I was still skeptical of prayer and faith. One day, I decided to just try it. I just tried to trust completely in Christ through Mary and have faith. Then wonders happened. Things I’d never do, I started doing. Things I refused to give up, I gave up with ease. Mother Mary continues to smile on me till this day and showers the graces of God upon not only me, but upon all believers and true servants of God because we have believe.
 
Edwin78 said:
Hi velvetsky 🙂

I would say our glorious Queen and Mother already has interceded for you. She has let you know how she interceded in your friend’s conversion, and you have become curious and inspired about it! 😉

Now the grace of visions and prophecies are rare and given only to those whom the Lord wills. God only grants us the graces that we really need, not what we necessarily want. Therefore, just trust the Lord and our Lady and be contented with what they have in store for you…because frankly you could NEVER imagine the goodness and gifts that are in store for you, in this life and the next!

God bless.
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Thats such a beautiful answer Edwin, 🙂
 
lil_flower_luv said:
I am always aware of Mama Mary’s presence in my life! What a lovely and rare gem she is to me and all her children who invoke her powerful intercession! Stay close to Mary’s heart and you will never be led astray.❤️

I thought you might want to see what some of the saints had to say about her, OP 🙂
So here are some quotes! God Bless+

“We never give more honor to Jesus than when we honor his Mother, and we honor her simply and solely to honor him all the more perfectly. We go to her only as a way leading to the goal we seek - Jesus, her Son.”
–Saint Louis Marie de Montfort

“The greatest saints, those richest in grace and virtue will be the most assiduous in praying to the most Blessed Virgin, looking up to her as the perfect model to imitate and as a powerful helper to assist them.”
–Saint Louis Marie de Montfort

Thanks so much Lil Flower, I’ve added these quotes to my e-notebook 🙂 Thankyou for posting them x

“Mary having co-operated in our redemption with so much glory to God and so much love for us, Our Lord ordained that no one shall obtain salvation except through her intercession.”
–St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori

“Men do not fear a powerful hostile army as the powers of hell fear the name and protection of Mary.”
–St. Bonaventure

“To give worthy praise to the Lord’s mercy, we unite ourselves with Your Immaculate Mother, for then our hymn will be more pleasing to You, because She is chosen from among men and angels. Through Her, as through a pure crystal, Your mercy was passed on to us. Through Her, man became pleasing to God; Through Her, streams of grace flowed down upon us.” (1746)
–St. Faustina

“Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did.”
–Saint Maximilian Kolbe

“Before, by yourself, you couldn’t. Now, you’ve turned to our Lady, and with her, how easy!”
–St. Josemaria Escriva
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MarianD said:
“Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” - John 20:29

The foundation of true Catholic belief is two fold: Logic and Faith. Without one, you cannot have a healthy spiritual life. You need a balance of both. But you two (Pregustator and Lost Wanderer) seem to be rejecting the second, which is just as bad as those whom you are talking about who reject the first.

Who are we to judge someone else’s faith? People who believe because God told them to believe (whether He Himself or Mary appeared delivering the message) are called “blessed” by God Himself. Clearly, they’re doing something right.

Faith is just as important as logic. Never denounce someone because they have undying faith, but rather strive to have such faith and pray that these people will have the logic you have. Only then can you please God, “And without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6)

I’m a skeptic. A HUGE skeptic. So skeptical that it took me years to find Christianity after I had left it. After I found it, I was still skeptical of prayer and faith. One day, I decided to just try it. I just tried to trust completely in Christ through Mary and have faith. Then wonders happened. Things I’d never do, I started doing. Things I refused to give up, I gave up with ease. Mother Mary continues to smile on me till this day and showers the graces of God upon not only me, but upon all believers and true servants of God because we have believe.
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Hi Marian D, I found your post ever so inspiring, the fact you were skeptical but put your trust In God and He’s blessed you 🙂 . I sometimes have problems trusting but I guess thats another subject altogether.
 
Matt_CL said:
Hi Velvetsky,

My best advice to you is to not seek after private revelations; they are normally a cross to bear in this life for those who receive them as evidenced by the lives of those who have received apparitions which are approved by the Church. In other words, dont start to feel left out if you dont receive private apparitions. Dont say to yourself something like: "doesnt God love me as much as Sr Lucia, or Saint Bernadette, or Sr Faustina? It doesnt work that way.

In our society today where everything is communicated in an instant, people forget that intimacy with God is available to everyone in the ordinary experiences of everyday life, and in the sacraments, in prayer , through the Church, and in the performance of one’s daily duties. I know people who will spend thousands of dollars to fly to the site of a supposed apparition, yet they would never think to drop into the local parish church and spend some time with Jesus in front of the tabernacle.

Our Lady has extraordinary gifts and graces for you …all through the ordinary channels!
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🙂 Thanks Matt
 
Hi Lil Flower, i don’t know what happened there to my reply to you, I added those beautiful quotes to e-notebook, thankyou for your reply:)
 
How one comes to understand the reality of the Blessed Mother may be very different from one to the next. But that doesn’t change the reality of Mary or her purpose in/on Heaven and earth.

I have found that she has left a profound impact on me and my life. The reality of her, is what brings me to her. Not at all what I have learned and read. That was the secondary lesson which only confirmed the original lesson.

Life is a tough teacher, it gives the exam first and the lesson afterwards. I could say, I wish I knew then what I know now. But I feel very Blessed to know what I now know. To see and feel as I now do.

I agree with St Louis de Montfort, that Mary is a Blessing that not all receive. But how Blessed are those who do. To reach this point of existence is a cherished reality. I also agree with St Louis de Montfort. “Never will anyone who says his Rosary every day be led astray. This is a statement I would gladly sign with my blood”.

And I do believe when you say “Hail Mary” she responds immediatly.
 
I’m no St. Bernadette or St. Catherine Laboure, but there was one time when I felt Our Lady’s presence very strongly. I was at a retreat, and part of the retreat was that we went on a ropes course. Well, we had this one part of the course where you had to climb a pole, then get on a tightrope and hold on between 2 other ropes. I climb the pole, and I get on the ropes. Well, I start shaking like a dog. I fell off twice. I couldn’t move. One of my friends shouts “PRETEND THAT THE 3 ROPES ARE THE TRINITY” so I grip on to them for dear life. Then, group below starts saying Hail Marys for me. I say them along with them. The shaking stopped, and I booked it across that rope like it was nothing. I learned that Mary will always interceed for you and bring you peace if trust that God will keep you up!

-Jeanne
 
Matt_CL said:
Hi Velvetsky,

My best advice to you is to not seek after private revelations; they are normally a cross to bear in this life for those who receive them as evidenced by the lives of those who have received apparitions which are approved by the Church. In other words, dont start to feel left out if you dont receive private apparitions. Dont say to yourself something like: "doesnt God love me as much as Sr Lucia, or Saint Bernadette, or Sr Faustina? It doesnt work that way.

In our society today where everything is communicated in an instant, people forget that intimacy with God is available to everyone in the ordinary experiences of everyday life, and in the sacraments, in prayer , through the Church, and in the performance of one’s daily duties. I know people who will spend thousands of dollars to fly to the site of a supposed apparition, yet they would never think to drop into the local parish church and spend some time with Jesus in front of the tabernacle.

Our Lady has extraordinary gifts and graces for you …all through the ordinary channels!
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There it is!
 
MarianD said:
“Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” - John 20:29

The foundation of true Catholic belief is two fold: Logic and Faith. Without one, you cannot have a healthy spiritual life. You need a balance of both. But you two (Pregustator and Lost Wanderer) seem to be rejecting the second, which is just as bad as those whom you are talking about who reject the first.

Who are we to judge someone else’s faith? People who believe because God told them to believe (whether He Himself or Mary appeared delivering the message) are called “blessed” by God Himself. Clearly, they’re doing something right.

Faith is just as important as logic. Never denounce someone because they have undying faith, but rather strive to have such faith and pray that these people will have the logic you have. Only then can you please God, “And without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6)

I’m a skeptic. A HUGE skeptic. So skeptical that it took me years to find Christianity after I had left it. After I found it, I was still skeptical of prayer and faith. One day, I decided to just try it. I just tried to trust completely in Christ through Mary and have faith. Then wonders happened. Things I’d never do, I started doing. Things I refused to give up, I gave up with ease. Mother Mary continues to smile on me till this day and showers the graces of God upon not only me, but upon all believers and true servants of God because we have believe.
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awesome post 🙂
 
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