I've had "consecration to Mary" on my list of things to do to work on my spiritual life, although I had no idea what that requires or means. A week ago I was listening to EWTN radio and a priest was talking about his book being published, which was actually his journal about his 33 day consecration to Mary and the fruits it had on his life and parish. It really caught my attention, since it's something I've been meaning to look into. It really got me excited, and I did a little research on the 33-day consecration according to St. Louis De-Montfort and from the little I know about it, it seems pretty intense. It will take 33 days of prayer, spiritual reflection, etc. All my prayer intentions are no longer my own, but taken by Mary to be used as she needs them (although I think I can still say a specific prayer for something if I want to) and the consecration has the seriousness of a vow. I will be a slave to Mary. Not to mention, the priest in the radio interview said he was attacked by the devil 3 nights in a row on the first 3 days of it. So, my initial research gave me pause, and I reflected...wow...should I really do this? I got clear affirmation in prayer that Mary, our mother, wants me to do this...so I'm on the hook! I have just ordered True Devotion to Mary by De-Montfort and 33 Days to Morning Glory and I will begin as soon as I get the books. I feel called to do the consecration according to De-Montfort and bought the additional book for added readings or refreshers for after the consecration. I still know little about what it is I need to do, although I have a better understanding of what completing the consecration means. So, I'm posting to ask for your prayers as I go through this...may I be disciplined and follow it all the way through. I also ask people here if they have done a consecration to Mary? If so, why or why not? I'm very excited but am in awe that our mother is asking me to do this. That took a few days to sink in. It must be slim pickings out there for her to ask this of me! I am also doing this because I think it is the best way to assure eternal salvation for myself and family members. I think also it will propel me onto the path of God's will for my life. Those here for a while know I struggle with what is God's will for my life...what's the plan??? Also, being single with no children...I struggle for a meaningful vocation. This I think will fill that void. Anyway...anyone have any comments??
33 Days to Morning Glory PotatoSack, My beautiful wife, Geralyn, and I, are going to use the above to renew our own consecration to Our Lady. We're going to wait until after Divine Mercy Sunday, though. Maybe you would like to start on the same day? Just a thought. We could line up a date in a week or two. Safe in the Hearts of Jesus and Mary!
How about April 10? That's after Divine Mercy. Personally, I don't think I'm good enough but Tina has posted two messages from Medjugorje that are causing me to reconsider.
When you are considering a date to do, remember that you are supposed to end on a feast day of the Blessed Virgin Mary. I'm doing the De Montfort Consecration right now to end on the Feast of the Annunciation. And yes, satan does bother you when you do it. He tries everything to keep you from doing it. I will keep you in my prayers, PS, Mario{and beautiful wife, you make us all so jealous of your wife, Mario} and Feedom. Of course Our Mother is calling you all, you are all her beloved children and if you knew how much she loves you, you would cry with joy.
I am planning to consecrate myself too. The next Marian Feast day is Our Lady of Fatima on May 13th so the 33 days would begin on April 10th. I got about 10 days into it in February and stopped because it seemed like everything was distracting me. I am going to have to set aside time each morning, set my alarm clock earlier than normal to get the reading done and some prayer time. It would be nice to go through it with all of you so that we can write about the meditations and keep it fresh in our minds during the day. Thanks for starting the thread, PotatoSack!
No worries, Freedom! Don't feel pressured but please don't avoid consecration because you feel unworthy - not one of us is good enough for this gift. Just pray about it. Maybe it isn't the right time but may be at some point in the future.
Ah yes, but Mary started whispering to me a year ago. Doesn't she ask us not to waste time? So what am I waiting for?
Here is a great resource for doing the Consecration via the De Montfort way. The consecration materials are free. Lots of information and videos there. http://www.myconsecration.org/
Also, it is recommended that you read the book "True Devotion to Mary" by Saint Louis de Montfort if you take that route before starting the consecration.
I've looked on Amazon and I like the responses to 33 days to Morning Glory. I'll get onto it in the morning with a fresh mind. I'll need to start up the computer and order it online, it's easier than doing on my phone. We'll talk more tomorrow. Night all
awesome...looks like I'll be having company for this consecration We are an unworthy bunch...but an ambitious one that loves and wants to please Mary Thanks Mario, Geralyn, Tina, and Freedom for joining me. Hope...you'll have to be our coach since you are ahead of us! Jimmy - have you done the consecration before? A start date of Apr 10th works for me. End date would be May 13th, Fatima day. I'm not sure if that is one of the official end dates according to de Montfort, but it is a feast day. I believe the earliest start date for one of the feasts recommended by de Montfort is June, but I feel a sense of urgency to get this started, and I don't think our lady will get hung up on the details. So, April 10th work for everybody? I will be receiving both de Montfort's book and 33 Days to Morning Glory in the first few days of April. That will give me time to read True Devotion to Mary before starting. A question for those who have read both books...is the de Montfort book very traditional English or very scholarly? I want to do the de Montfort consecration, but am worried it might be a little over my head and I might get more out of the 33 days to morning glory? Does anyone have any advice on this?
I started the Consecration the 26th which will bring me to April 28th for the final date. I am determined,..Our Lady called me years ago, but I didn't always listen. If you feel called to do this,..it is because she has put this in your heart. If you have any fear, Our Lady will help get you through it. Remember Our Lady has come face to face with the Demons and they fear her. I know I may come under attack,..but she will be there for me. I was wondering if you are familiar with the Little Crown of the Blessed virgin,..they are the most beautiful prayers addressed to her?
Ooh now Amazon are trying to encourage me to purchase Consoling the Heart of Jesus too. Has anyone got it? Would they recommend it, along with the 33 days to Morning Glory?
I figured I need as much help as I can get. I bought both Consoling the Heart of Jesus and 33 Days to Morning Glory. So while that's being organised by Amazon, I have just downloaded True Devotion to Mary with Preparation for Total Consecration onto my Nook.
Hi Freedom, my mum just finished Fr Gaitley's 33 Days to Morning Glory consecration and she said it was just wonderful. She had done Louis de Montfort's consecration not too long beforehand but she said Gaitley's is very accessible for nowdays. My sister is reading Consoling the Heart of Jesus and she said she is completely blown away... Just FYI!
I don't know too much about this consecration. Am I correct in thinking we have to change various things along the way? As in to purify, make our hearts right with God? I shall do my best to join you if that is ok?
This is all good news. I'm going to have plenty to read and think about. I'll start with Louis de Montfort tonight.
