PROMISE: "Each priest who worthily offers the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for 30 consecutive days and, in addition, makes the Stations of the Cross daily, will receive for himself: and another soul selected by him, the assurance of eternal salvation." PROMISE: "Likewise, each individual who will receive Holy Communion worthily for 30 consecutive days, and will recite one Our Father and Hail Mary for the welfare of the Holy Catholic Church, will receive for himself and one other soul selected by him, the assurance of eternal salvation." Read more here: http://www.catholictradition.org/Christ/divine-promises.htm Or buy the booklet: https://www.amazon.com/Two-Divine-Promises-Hoppe-Rev/dp/0895552191 I'm doing this for Bruce Willis right now, but I was thinking... What if each of us willing to do this chose a world leader? Biden, Putin, Zelensky, Macron, Trudeau, etc.. Leaders in our Church, especially liberal cardinals and bishops, or Father James Martin... Even people wielding great influence in the world like Elon Musk, who already seems to be searching for the meaning of life? How would this potentially change the world for the better? At the very least, it could change the whole world of each of these individuals, sooner or later on their deathbed. Who would be willing to choose a person and do this with me?
Definitely sounds like something I'd love to do! I'll read the links you posted to find out more about this devotion. My problem will be deciding on WHO to do it for!! I want to do it for ALL of the above. I'll read the info ... then Ill leave it to the Holy Spirit to guide my choice!!! Kinda leaning towards Putin..then Pope Francis!? We'll see.
Thank you PurpleFlower. Prayer warriors may also be interested in this novena and its promises: https://www.jkmi.com/the-prayers/ The Novena in Honor of Jesus as True King This simple Novena is a most generous gift from Our Lord. Jesus gave these extraordinary promises to His servant: “My little one, every time you say the prayers I taught you in connection with My image as ‘Jesus, King of All Nations’, I promise that I will convert ten sinners, bring ten souls into the One True Faith, release ten souls from Purgatory and be less severe in My Judgment of your nation, the United States of America. My little one, this not only applies to your nation, but also all other nations. My child, each time you say these prayers, I will mitigate the severity of the chastisements upon your country.” (Journal 41). “Those trusting souls who pray this Novena ... will also be granted these promises of Mine.” Novena Prayers: One Our Father, one Hail Mary, and one Glory Be for nine days and this Novena Prayer each day: O Lord our God, You alone are the Most Holy King and Ruler of all nations. We pray to You, Lord, in the great expectation of receiving from You, O Divine King, Mercy, peace, justice and all good things. Protect, O Lord our King, our families and the land of our birth. Guard us, we pray, Most Faithful One! Protect us from our enemies and from Your Just Judgment. Forgive us, O Sovereign King, our sins against You. Jesus, You are a King of Mercy. We have deserved Your Just Judgment. Have mercy on us, Lord, and forgive us. We trust in Your Great Mercy. O most awe-inspiring King, we bow before You and pray; may Your Reign, Your Kingdom, be recognized on earth! Amen. ________ There are other prayers with special promises: Novena of Holy Communions The Chaplet of Unity Litany in Honor of Jesus For those interested, visit the website for more information, including the Nihil Obstat, etc.
Background information about Jesus King of All Nations devotion https://www.jkmi.com/messages-of-jesus-and-mary-2016/ Jesus, King of All Nations, revealed that this devotion is a companion devotion to the Divine Mercy devotion. Poland chose Christ as their King and they did it publicly. The timing was perfect on the Solemnity of Christ the King, November 20, 2016, marking the end of the Jubilee Year of Mercy. The Jubilee Act of the Reception of Christ as King and Lord was solemnly recited on November 19th, at the Shrine of Divine Mercy with the Bishops of Poland and in the presence of President Andrzei Duda. On the following day, all the parishes in Poland did the same. By this Act, the Polish people recognized the reign of Christ the King and his dominion over all nations and they chose to submit themselves to his law. Jesus King of All Nations previously revealed that his devotion is a companion devotion to the Divine Mercy devotion. He said in his December 31 message, “Do you not see My great sign in this sacred act of My Church in Poland? Do you think that it is a coincidence that this acknowledgement of My Sacred Kingship took place in My shrine of Divine Mercy?” This may be the first time in the history of the world that the bishops in union with the faithful have recognized the Reign of Christ the King over their country. This Act was a fulfillment of the request of Jesus King of All Nations that His reign be recognized on earth. He said, “Mankind must recognize My Divine Kingship, My Divine Rights over them! It is only in Me, My child, that mankind will find peace. (Journal 160). He revealed the ejaculation shown on his image, “O Jesus, King of all Nations, may Your reign be recognized on earth.” Jesus King of All Nations said, “I want to reign in all hearts!!!” (Journal 233). Confirming his desire, the Polish Episcopal committee indicated, “There is an urgent need to enthrone Christ in the hearts of the faithful, by reviving living faith and the life of faith.” Bishop Andrzej Czaja explained that the Jubilee Act of Reception of Christ as King and Lord is intended as a conscious confirmation of the choice of Jesus, an unambiguous pronouncement in his favor, and a revival in living the vocation to holiness. Like the Polish people, may we all implore Christ’s reign and make a conscious confirmation of the choice of Christ as our King and an unambiguous pronouncement in His favor by responding to His requests to embrace the devotion to Jesus King of All Nations and to enthrone His image. Jesus wants His image enthroned everywhere and He promised His protection. He said, “Enthrone this My Image everywhere for I shall be powerfully present there and the power of My Sovereign Kingship shall surely shield you from My Just Judgment.” (Journal 418). The Act of Reception concludes as follows: Christ, reign over us! Reign over our fatherland, and reign in every nation – for the greater glory of the Most Holy Trinity and the salvation of humanity. Make our homeland and the entire world into your kingdom: a kingdom of truth and life, a kingdom of holiness and grace, a kingdom of justice, love and peace. Message of December 31, 2016. Our Lord: “Go to Poland. Approach the Church in Poland. From here shall come a great light for the cause of My devotion. Poland, especially beloved by Me. The fruits here shall be abundant precisely because of their humble acknowledgement of My Sovereign Rights, My Divine Kingship over them and over the whole of humanity. As I have said before, there is an indissoluble bond between the devotion to My Divine Mercy and to that of My Divine Kingship. Do you not perceive what I have brought about as regards this? Do you not see My great sign in this sacred act of My Church in Poland? Do you think that it is a coincidence that this acknowledgement of My Sacred Kingship took place in My shrine of Divine Mercy? There are no coincidences, as if I were not in absolute control of all things. No, this act of My Church in Poland is a truly great confirmation of the authenticity of My devotion. I AM the Most High God, Almighty and Sovereign. My Holy Will and Divine Plan shall be accomplished in spite of the activity of the enemy and the opposition of those who listen to his suggestions and follow him in pride, error and in the stubbornness of their hearts. Do not lose hope, My children. Though it seems all is lost it is not so. I AM the Lord and Master of history and the times ever unfold under the power of My Almighty hand. Trust in Me and stay strong in the Holy Faith. I love you. I will never leave you or fail you for I AM faithful and true.”
Image of Jesus, King of All Nations https://www.jkmi.com/the-images/ (My note: There are plenty of these images online that can be copied and printed free.) Jesus told his Secretary, “To enable My children, who are feeble, to come to Me the more easily, I give them ‘reminders’, images of Myself, in one form or another. The image of Myself as ‘Jesus, King of All Nations’, is a gift of Love from My Heart to My children, intended to put before their minds the remembrance of Me and therefore help them to hold Me close in their hearts as My Most Holy Mother did so perfectly when she was on earth. When in the mind, the ‘image’ remains but an idea, but once the soul allows it to take root and grow in the heart, it becomes a living faith, a living reality, a living love.” (Journal, Preface). Jesus King of All Nations The image of Jesus shows Him as King of All Nations crowned and holding a scepter of mercy in His right hand. Above the scepter are three concentric rings as in an atom which symbolize unity in God, in His Church, in nations and in Him. The small particle in the atom symbolizes the Church and Our Lady, both espoused to God. Rays of light shine from His wounds which symbolize His merciful graces. Blood flows from His wounded Sacred Heart upon all nations which symbolizes His love. His gaze falls upon the earth directly below and in front of Him. Around the bottom of the image is the ejaculation, “O Jesus, King of All Nations, may your reign be recognized on earth.” Jesus said, “This image is to be a sign that I rule Heaven and earth, and My Kingdom, My Reign, is near at hand. . . . I give this image to mankind as a source of graces and of peace … This image, my child, must become known. My daughter, those souls who venerate this image of Mine will be blessed with my peace.” (Journal 7, 14-15). He asked us in this devotion, “My children, come before My Image and pray for your countries. Pray for your people. Pray for your families. Pray for My Mercy which I will graciously grant to those peoples and nations that acknowledge Me as True King. I AM your sure refuge in these most evil and truly dangerous times.” (Journal 24).
Well.... I just finished reading the booklet "The Two Divine Promises" and found this devotion to be very profound indeed I most definitely feel called to take on in this holy venture. I do..however.. have some difficulties regarding my participation in it: 1. I have a long list of ... very .... needy souls for whom this practice would be invaluable !! So ..for me...deciding on just one is impossible. 2. Also...the reader of the booklet is made aware of the inevitable "sufferings" and "attacks of the devil " that will surely come our way so as to discourage us along the way to the end. So...I'm wondering if I have FAITH strong enough to pay the price of taking on the responsibility carrying out the requirements of the devotion?? The cost will be high! Nothing good comes by cheaply...as we all know. Having said that ..I'm goin' in ANYWAY!!! Ive also decided to limit my list to my top four people...and then ... let Mary decide which one is most needy!!
Here's the booklet in case anyone is interested. Thanks for the link PF! https://www.amazon.com/Two-Divine-Promises-Hoppe-Rev/dp/0895552191
Wonderful! I'm so glad you've decided to do it! This is day 7 for me, of the one for Bruce Willis, and I plan to do more for others! I can tell you the spiritual benefits already have been tremendous. Yes, there have been countless obstacles thrown up that I know are from the devil: both my cars have broken down, mysterious sickness has popped up then disappeared with prayer, etc. BUT my husband is suddenly much more into prayer and wants to go to Mass every day of Holy Week. My 8 year old is praying a lot more. My brother mentioned to my sister that he's actually thinking about what it would be like to be a priest... plus certain changes within myself. It is definitely worth it! When you feel attacked, just firmly pray it away! I'm so grateful someone has decided to join me. And I'm not surprised in the slightest that it's you, Ellen!
PF…Our rosary group does a version of this every week. Each of us is responsible for one day a week to pray for our priest. The rosary with meditations for priest for each decade, a holy hour each week, stations of the cross for priest and a list of prayers. It’s a commitment, but it’s worth it. Our Lady’s sons need our prayers. https://sevensistersapostolate.org/prayers-booklet-brochure/ Seven Sisters Commitment Prayer O Jesus, You perfectly revealed the Merciful Love of Your Sacred Heart on the Cross. At the Last Supper You gave us the sacraments of the Holy Eucharist and of Holy Orders to perpetuate Your Loving Presence in our midst. Help us to keep a sense of awe and gratitude at Your hidden presence in the Host and respect for how You come to us through the human instruments of priests and bishops. On this the Feast of your Sacred Heart and the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests, I, __________ (your name), commit myself to making an hour in Your Eucharistic Presence each week for the coming year to intercede for and raise up before Your throne _____________ (name of priest/bishop), begging for him: Strength when he is tired or weak, Perseverance when the spirit of prayer or apostolic zeal wanes, Guidance when he is discerning or lost, Consolation when he is suffering, Hope when the sacrifices seem too heavy, And manifold blessings upon him and his ministry. Give me the grace to be like Our Lady and Saint Mary Magdalene, faithful at the foot of the Cross. May I be selfless and humble in this work of adoration and in all the ways you lead me as Your disciple. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Have mercy on our Holy Father Pope Francis, Have mercy on _________ (name of priest/bishop), Have mercy on all bishops and priests, Have mercy on me and all Seven Sisters, Have mercy on the whole world!
This is lovely. A few years ago I spiritually adopted a priest by the name of Fr. Timothy (maybe a pseudo-name?) I look forward to meeting him in Heaven one day.
Well our initial intentions were to do these prayers for our pastor, but I do it with the intention for all priest. I don’t think heaven will mind my edit of intentions I’ve read that your intentions are not diluted by the volume of them, so I just went for it. I do the same with masses, rosaries and prayers. When In doubt, I ask God to prioritize the list for me. Obviously, He knows the needs more than I do.
Yes, and in the case of us consecrated to Mary, we actually don't get to choose for sure whom our intentions are for! I trust Mary will take care of Bruce Willis for me if she decides to use my 30 communions for someone else.
I had never heard of this... WIth my job I'm usually able to attend mass 6 days a week but usually did more stuff with my families on Saturdays, so it wouldn't be a huge leap to do 30 days straight if I worked at it. Thanks for sharing.
Yes! She knows too the priority of needs better than we do. You do surrender those with the consecration to her.
