Daily Reflections by Cathy
August 10, 2021 Reflection – Novena before the Assumption
St. Lawrence
Dear Family of Mary!
Our Mother has come to be with us, in a miraculous and wonderful way, in Medjugorje. She comes to the visionaries, body and soul, from Heaven. She appears to them in her heavenly body, transformed by the Assumption into an immortal body which will live forever! She comes, so beautiful it is beyond description.
And even though we, who are not visionaries, cannot see her, we can truly discern her presence. In Medjugorje we can feel her nearness, her love, in the peace and spiritual well being that surrounds us. Conversion is natural there, where heaven meets earth!
Our Lady has told us so many times that she comes to be with us. Here is one such message:
May 2, 2008 “Dear children, By God’s will I am here with you in this place. I desire that you open your hearts to me and to accept me as a mother. With my love I will teach you simplicity of life and richness of mercy and I will lead you to my Son. The way to Him can be difficult and painful but do not be afraid, I will be with you. My hands will hold you to the very end, to eternal happiness; therefore do not be afraid to open yourselves to me. Thank you...
Our Lady is with us in Medjugorje! She has been sent by God! She wants to lead us to her Son, and hence to Heaven. We cannot be worried or afraid with Our Lady here with us! She will not leave us alone. Not for a moment! Thank you, Dearest Heavenly Father, for sending her to us in these most difficult days. Thank you for drawing Our Lady into heaven with You, and now sending her back to earth to help us!
The Assumption Novena
Mary, Queen Assumed into Heaven, I rejoice that after years of heroic martyrdom on earth, you have at last been taken to the throne prepared for you in heaven by the Holy Trinity.
Lift my heart with you in the glory of your Assumption above the dreadful touch of sin and impurity. Teach me how small earth becomes when viewed from heaven. Make me realize that death is the triumphant gate through which I shall pass to your Son, and that someday my body shall rejoin my soul in the unending bliss of heaven.
From this earth, over which I tread as a pilgrim, I look to you for help. I ask for this favor: (Mention your request).
When my hour of death has come, lead me safely to the presence of Jesus to enjoy the vision of my God for all eternity together with you. Amen
Pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary and be filled with joy!
In Jesus, Mary and Joseph!
Cathy Nolan
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