would say yes, a totally free yes. With us, God uses these same courtesies; he does not insist; he never forces. He offers you this or that. You can say no. If it is not a fault, you will not fall into mortal
changes in her personal life. She risked her life by accepting this unusual maternity and she was never the same again. She changed the course of History by committing to grow personally and spiritually
felt her presence, encouraging me to embrace her Son’s call and taking me as her son so that I would never abandon the priesthood. Mary, Mother of the supreme and eternal priest, becomes the mother of all
certain ancient Marian formulas, for example, the famous De Maria nunquam satis - "Of Mary, we will never say enough." It seemed an exaggeration to me. I also had some difficulty understanding the true meaning
a creature who is pure. Mercy completely enveloped her from the starting point; all her life she never ceased receiving the Father's mercy in plenitude. This mercy is intended to introduce her into love
she grew grace increased within her. She then resolved to love God with all her heart, that He may never be offended by her words or actions. Thus she paid no heed to earthly goods and gave all she could
as was yours. Mother of Peace, let my words be irrevocable through your intercession that sin may never seduce me again. Amen.
Christ Child. Then the icon was solemnly taken to the small cathedral of Montreal. Since that time, it never ceases to exude this mysterious oil, which is collected on cotton balls and divided among the faithful
crown with which you attract the most rebellious of hearts and make my heart your prisoner so that it never moves away from you again. O Pure Rose, may your fragrance carry me to the love of Paradise. Amen
this shall be to thee and to all Carmelites a privilege, that whosoever dies clothed in this shall never suffer eternal fire ... It shall be a sign of salvation, a protection in danger, and a pledge of peace