The Church of Saint Mary offers two choices for parishioners who wish to take part in a March 25 Marian Consecration using Father Michael Gaitleys 33 Days to Morning Glory. But for me, the simplistic and easy going manner in which this book was written was a gem for me. The "33 Day Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary according to St. Louis Marie de Montfort" is a personal devotion in which a person prepares himself/herself spiritually to become consecrated to Jesus through Mary. This is a DIY Catholic retreat with the specific goal of entrustment of ones life to the care of Mary, because she will lead one ever closer to Jesus, since her only goal is to do the will of God. Even better read with friends to discuss the points together after each week. A big idea in and of itself but Fr Gaitley breaks it all down so much that its comprehensible. Get the consecration book 33 Days to Merciful Love: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Consecration to Divine Mercy. Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Thrse of Lisieux. And it was during our annual Carmelite retreat; I wrote out the Offering in the morning , outside beside the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the garden (begging her as Therese did to take this offering and present it to Jesus). But again, in the meantime, beginning March 1, we will be posting on this website the first seven days of the retreat. They were deeply in love yet remained unchanged. I've purchased a number of used books from this seller. In this third installment of his 33-day consecration series, Fr. This book was wonderful. Interesting information for what Marian philosophy is all about. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. We welcome guest contributors who graciously volunteer their writing for our readers. Beautifully written. Considering to read St. Therese's. Now, before we begin the retreat itself, I thought I'd include an introduction to Marian consecration. Michael is also the author of the bestselling books 33 Days to Morning Glory, Consoling the Heart of Jesus, and the new book 33 Days to Merciful Love. I can't say enough good about this book. Highly recommended for EVERY Catholic to get to know Our Lady and grow closer to Jesus through her! Please use a different way to share. SIGN UP AND GET 15% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE. Using the same 33-day preparation format, 33 Days to Merciful Love journeys with one of the most beloved saints of modern times, St. Therese of Lisieux, and concludes with a consecration to Divine Mercy. This apostle of Divine Mercy offered everything that she has, but Jesus said she forgot something--that she should also give all her failings. A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration. I had a very difficult time understanding Mary until reading this book! From Fr. St. Therese recognized her weakness and darkness. The book is really good but there are a few things that bothered me a little. Usually ships in 1-2 business days. He did this not to guilt-trip the apostles, but to show mercy. Michael Gaitley, which can be purchased from Mary Regina in Sugar Land. This book is a consecration to divine mercy. All Rights Reserved. March 14 - Day 3 3/33. It is not a Holy Day of Obligation but still it is the most important Marian day of the year and the first time for me to make my consecration on this Holy Day. It reminds us to trust in His forgiveness - and as Christ is merciful, so, too, are we instructed to be merciful to others. It serves as an inspiration for all those who desire to bear witness to the mercy of God, focused on Christ and formed by Mary. If you are pondering to consagrate yourself to Jesus through Mary this is your book. Please try again. But since that introduction at the beginning of the year I have read 4 books by Father Michael, and done two in group studies, including this one. It is a moving and transformative journey"--. We must live in a way that shares the grace of God to everyone. We have the Church Triumphant (Saints in Heaven) waiting to called upon! From Fr. 33 Days to Greater Glory: A Total Consecration to the Father through Jesus - Based on the Gospel of John. With over 200,000 books in print, 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael E. Gaitley, MIC, author of 33 Days to Morning Glory, one of the most popular Catholic books of the last decade, brings us his first new book in three years. Think abo He lives and works on Eden Hill in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, home of the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy. Learn MoreView More 1- St Louis Marie de Montfort.Come, Holy Spirit, living in MaryHelp me to make this retreat with generosity and zeal. I have always known that Gods love is always merciful, but sometimes it was hard for me to grasp the reality of how to live that out. EXPERIENCE the TIME of MERCY with Father Michael Gaitley! Be sure to check out our Book Notes archive. Life changing! I highly recommend watching the videos while reading this book, if possible. Her husband did not know this. This is a wonderful book - it has made praying the rosary even richer. Gaitley says, Okay, well, 33 Days to Morning Glory is a book that prepares us to consecrate ourselves to Mary, so she can, in fact, bring us to that fountain (of Mercy). It seemed well researched, well founded, and well loved. 33 Days to Greater Glory completes a trilogy of consecrations: first to Mary, then to Jesus, the Divine Mercy, and now to God, our Father. Using the same 33day preparation format, 33 Days to Merciful Love journeys with one of the most beloved saints of modern times, St. Therese of Lisieux, and concludes with a consecration to Divine Mercy. I would advise everyone I know who is looking to Consecrate themselves to our Blessed Mother to buy this book. Fr. This is an easy, no pressure way, to make a spiritual "at home" pilgrimage. Therese made a consecration to Divine Mercy which she calls her Offering to Merciful Love, which is really the culmination of her whole spiritual teaching on her Little Way. Day 34 - Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary After 33 days of preparation, we are ready to make, or renew our consecration to Jesus through Mary. Many years ago I took a class to prepare for consecration to Mary using St. Louis de Montfort's book True Devotion to Mary. That book was good and inspirational but sometimes difficult to relate to and very demanding in the amount of prayers one was to pray in the days leading up to consecration day. Give as a gift or purchase for a team or group. I loved this book. Therese realized that sinners often close their hearts to the Lord's great mercy, and their rejection actually causes Jesus deep suffering. Beautiful guide to a self-lead retreat and/or preparation to Consecrate yourself to Merciful Love. Add to Cart. I love St Therese but I didn't know about her Offering to Merciful Love, at least not in any great detail. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Feb. 10. SHOP NOW The selected product is currently unavailable. Learn MoreView More Mary's Comfort and Support: Consecration Retreat Day 17, My Heart, Mary's Home: Consecration Retreat Day 27, CatholicMom.com Book Series at Ave Maria Press, The Peyton Institute for Domestic Church Life. All Rights Reserved. Michael Gaitley has done is again. Today, Fr Gaitley, in "33 Days to Merciful Love", introduces Mary, the mother of faith. Michael masterfully summarizes their teaching, making it easy to grasp and simple enough to put into practice. Having contemplated a life without Mary, he now sees that being Mary's husband and raising a child, not biologically his own, will be his future. I had never heard of a "Marian Consecration" until our Bishop and Pastor promoted this devotion in our Diocese this summer. SIGN UP AND GET 15% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE. May the Lord bless you and Mary guide you on this journey! "Merciful Father, relying on the prayers and example of Abraham and Mary, my father and mother in faith, and of St. Therese, my sister in the way of humble confidence. 33 Days Abraham act of perfect Alright become a saint believe Blessed catch Christ Church consecration to Divine console Jesus Consoling the Heart Cross Days to Morning desire Diary Divine. It was very relatable, inspiring, and doable. I'm very glad that I took the time to work through this retreat and make the consecration. His explanations and insights were smack-my-forehead good and somehow, they stuck with me. Participants spend 33 days prior to the Consecration preparing themselves interiorly through spiritual readings from the Bible and other Catholic resources (such . From Fr. I had a very difficult time understanding Mary until reading this book! Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022. I will update as I progress through the book. Learn MoreView More Gaitley thinks this is the most powerful form of consecration to Divine Mercy, and understandably so, since it made her such a great saint in such a short time (24 yrs.). Take time to recharge and refocus as you learn the secrets of this "Time of Mercy." I am so inspired by Saint Therese. This final consecration to our Heavenly Father truly is the greater consecration, the one in which all others find their origin and end. Father Joseph Roesch, MIC, a priest of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy Province of the United States and Argentina, has been elected to a six-year term as Superior General of the worldwide Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary. And just when you think you couldn't learn any more about St. John Paul, there is additional insight into his daily devotions. I'm so glad they did. In fact, it's been a publishing phenomenon, with more than two million copies in print, in 18 languages. I am so grateful to the leaders of my mothers group for introducing me to Marian Consecration. We are sorry. Gaitley tapped into four great Marian saints and transformed the consecration preparation into a whole new experience for me. "Come, Holy Spirit, fire of mercy. It is a self-guided retreat, in a sense, where you truly "ponder in your heart" Mary's role in Salvation History and her role NOW in bringing us closer to Her Son, Jesus. From Fr. This is definitely a "will re-read this" kind of book. We use cookies (and other similar technologies) to collect data to improve your shopping experience. shipping page for more information. Read all what Fr. 33 Days to Morning Glory: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat In Preparation for Marian Consecration Kindle Edition by Michael E. Gaitley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 2,961 ratings 4.6 on Goodreads 4,645 ratings Book 1 of 2: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration #1 Best Seller in Mariology Kindle $6.89 Read with Our Free App The writing is nothing fancy but the spiritual concepts are fresh and beautiful and transforming. I did this as a group but it can be done as an individual also. Now Is the Time for Mercy is a concise guide to understanding the Divine Mercy message and devotion, the importance of private revelation, and how to be an apostle of mercy like St. Faustina. Michael E. 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