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So I’ve just recently been feeling call to learn more about the Catholic Faith. I’m a cradle Catholic that doesn’t make it to church as much as I should or even read the Bible everyday. That is starting to change. I’ve been finding myself looking for good books to read, listening to Catholic Answers and other Catholic Radio shows and visiting Catholic websites.
Several days ago I came across a site that had a section dedicated to the Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary. After some more research, I read True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin by St. Louis de Montfort. I started feeling compelled to start the 33 day preparation and see where it leads me. However, I’ve been questioning if I should or not, if I’m ready or not, or if I’m good enough or not.
Last night I think I got my answer. Today is the first day of the preparation that will end on Nov. 21st, the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Last night I woke up and while I was laying there trying to fall asleep, I noticed there was a shadow cast on the ceiling that looked like the side profile of Mary, head bowed and hands in prayer.
I know this was just a shadow. If fact, it was still there this morning. It was a shadow created by the combination of a vacuum and hamper sitting in front of the night-light. Even thought I know it was just a shadow and what was creating it. It is almost like a way of Mary telling me this is what she wants me to do.
So, today I’m starting the 33 day preparation phase. I’m not sure where it will lead me, but I know I should start it now.
Matt
Several days ago I came across a site that had a section dedicated to the Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary. After some more research, I read True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin by St. Louis de Montfort. I started feeling compelled to start the 33 day preparation and see where it leads me. However, I’ve been questioning if I should or not, if I’m ready or not, or if I’m good enough or not.
Last night I think I got my answer. Today is the first day of the preparation that will end on Nov. 21st, the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Last night I woke up and while I was laying there trying to fall asleep, I noticed there was a shadow cast on the ceiling that looked like the side profile of Mary, head bowed and hands in prayer.
I know this was just a shadow. If fact, it was still there this morning. It was a shadow created by the combination of a vacuum and hamper sitting in front of the night-light. Even thought I know it was just a shadow and what was creating it. It is almost like a way of Mary telling me this is what she wants me to do.
So, today I’m starting the 33 day preparation phase. I’m not sure where it will lead me, but I know I should start it now.
Matt
God bless you on your journey. I pray it is fruitful for you.