18: The Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a suitable partner for him. 21: So, the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping, he took one of the man's ribs and then closed up the place with flesh. 22: Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man. 23: The man said, "This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called 'woman,' for she was taken out of man."24: That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.
Genesis 2:18-24
Our Lady of Medjugorje, also called Queen of Peace and Mother of the Redeemer, is the title given to the visions of Mary, the mother of Jesus, said to have begun in 1981 to six Herzegovinian Croat children
December 25, 1991 – Message from Our Lady of Medjugorje
Dear children! Today in a special way I bring the little Jesus to you, that He may bless you with His blessing of peace and love. Dear children, do not forget that this is a grace which many people neither understand nor accept. Therefore, you who have said that you are mine, and seek my help, give all of yourself. First of all, give your love and example in your families. You say that Christmas is a family feast. Therefore, dear children, put God in the first place in your families, so that He may give you peace and may protect you not only from war, but also in peace protect you from every satanic attack. When God is with you, you have everything. But when you do not want Him, then you are miserable and lost, and you do not know on whose side you are. Therefore, dear children, decide for God. Then you will get everything. Thank you for having responded to my call.
God the Father:
My beloved son, the gifts and fruits that I have given you are blossoming. My Chosen ones are listening to my plea to save humanity from the evil destruction of the Family.
I am standing alongside the Holy Family Apostolic Sanctuary as all of you are reaching the four corners of the world. It is I calling my people to reach out to your ministry and help in prayer and other means; There are many other worldwide ministries who have received the same call. At some point, I will bring all of you together in this holy formation of my Apostolic Church.
My son Jesus and His disciples broke the Bread and blessed the Cup; this was the start of the New Covenant. It started with the Mission that you accepted and now has become the Mission of all My children who have committed to serve Me through holy Ministry. It is I, your Almighty God, who receives all the Glory and Honor as my beloved children hear and are obedient to my call. My Holy Spirit and the Blessed Virgin Mary, from the very beginning, were beside you when you drank of the Cup and they will continue to guide and protect you. My Holy Presence is always with you; Saint Michael My Archangel will continue to fight the Demon who has tried many times to destroy you. I have created a portal between heaven and earth to bless My children, and evil and darkness will not prevail against it.
Beware of false prophets and mystics that will try to infiltrate My Community. They will try to invade and disrupt your Mission. Pray for the gift of discernment. I have chosen the Leadership, and I am happy.
As I instructed to My son John several decades ago: “The Time is Now”. Enough is enough. The Demon will try to discourage and use unholy people to bring evil obstacles against you as the apostasy has started. Confusion among my faithful has caused many to lose their faith. In the fullness of time, many of My holy clergy from all ranks will be alongside of you and will support the Mission of My Holy Apostolic Remnant.
Be not afraid! I am with you. Pray and seek My love as you receive my Son in the Holy Eucharist. Visit us at Adoration. Pray the Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. The Demon is aware of the power that I have given you through My Holy Sacraments. His followers, both demons and human betrayers, will attack you in many ways. They will never succeed. The battle has been won. The Crucifixion and death of Jesus on Calvary was not a defeat but a VICTORY over the plans of Lucifer. Remain faithful to my Catholic Church even if you are not in agreement with changes being made by men in power. I am not happy with what they have done and propose to do with My Apostolic Church, Pray for the Pope and Bishops. Forgive them for their errors, for they know not what they do.
In the end the Immaculate Heart of Mary will Triumph. She is John the Baptist for these times of confusion and disarray. I sent Jesus to pay for the Redemption of the sin of man. Now we send the Queen of Heaven to this world to prepare the way for the Second Coming of my Son.
I am happy with all of you that are in support of my request. I bless you and all your families. Be at peace and “Do not be Afraid!”
I bless you with My fatherly Love.
Reflection: What is God’s Purpose for the Human Family?
The purpose of God's creation of mankind is intricate and extensive. There are several areas that can give us an understanding of His Love for all of us creatures of Almighty God. He wants a relationship with each one of us and the family reflects His nature and desire for connection.
In Genesis 1:28, God spoke to Adam and Eve and said, "Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it." God’s divine command was for procreation and the stewardship of the earth.
Additionally, Genesis 9:1 states, "And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth." These verses collectively highlight God's intention for humanity to multiply and care for the earth. God’s love for mankind was the creation of the Family.
We, as children of God, were created in the image of God, displaying His powers such as love, justice, and righteousness. This shows God's desire for a relationship with His creatures. Thus, by His divine, Love His desire was for mankind to multiply and grow united and supported as families. The ultimate purpose of humanity is to glorify God, acknowledging Him as the Creator and living in a way that honors Him. The Holy Trinity entrusted us with the responsibility to care for the earth and exercise dominion over all living things, reflecting God's stewardship over creation. All of His Glory and Love of His Creation is the Family.
God made human beings to have a close relationship with Him, experiencing unity and love through companionship and community which would develop into Families. As parents, we are called to witness and redeem God’s greater purpose, which is the loving relationship within a family unit.
God is the foundation of everything, the fount of life and holiness, the Creator and the Sustainer of everything. He is peaceful and loving. Without personal connection with Him no one can have peace. He gives us everything we have, and everything belongs to Him. In a devoted family, God is found in the first place, and He must govern the life of the family. To decide for God and to put Him in first place means to do what Mary did and to live as the Holy family of Nazareth lived. The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph is the great example for us to place all our efforts of holiness towards our own families.
Complete Message: Our Lady's Messages - 25 December 1991
"Dear children! Today in a special way I bring the little Jesus to you, that He may bless you with His blessing of peace and love. Dear children, do not forget that this is a grace which many people neither understand nor accept. Therefore, you who have said that you are mine, and seek my help, give all of yourself. First of all, give your love and example in your families. You say that Christmas is a family feast. Therefore, dear children, put God in the first place in your families, so that He may give you peace and may protect you not only from war, but also in peace protect you from every satanic attack. When God is with you, you have everything. But when you do not want Him, then you are miserable and lost, and you do not know on whose side you are. Therefore, dear children, decide for God. Then you will get everything. Thank you for having responded to my call."
How Families are destroyed:
Evil seeks to destroy families through various maneuvers, including division, distraction, and discontentment. The following are some of the strategies used by the enemy to undermine family unity and spiritual growth:
Division: The enemy uses division to poison relationships, leading to bitterness, unforgiveness, and a lack of joy and peace within the home.
Distraction: The enemy encourages distractions, such as busy schedules, to make families too exhausted to invest in relationships.
Anger: The enemy promotes discontentment, making people believe the grass is greener elsewhere, which can weaken family bonds.
To combat these approaches, families are encouraged to prioritize communication, selflessness, forgiveness, and contentment. They are also advised to seek support from the church and rely on God's Word as a weapon in their spiritual battle.
Father Patrick Peyton, also known as "The Rosary Priest," was a prominent Catholic priest and the founder of the Family Rosary Crusade. He was born on January 9, 1909, in County Mayo, Ireland, and dedicated his life to promoting family prayer, particularly the Rosary. His famous slogan, "The family that prays together stays together," emphasizes the importance of family unity through prayer. Father Peyton's ministry included organizing massive Rosary rallies worldwide and utilizing mass communication to spread his message. His cause for canonization was opened in 2001, and he was declared Venerable by Pope Francis on December 18, 2017. Peyton's legacy continues through his ministries and the ongoing support for his cause for sainthood.
We grew up very poor and went through some very tough times in the late 1940’s and 1950’s. The funny part is I didn’t think we were poor. Some people tell me… “you had a very terrible childhood”. On the contrary, those were the happiest times of my life.
I learned that life is good and it is up to each one of us to be thankful and happy with what has been given to us. I can only remember the love among all my brothers and sisters and our parents. poor but happy.
After Pearl Harbor on December 17, 1941, my dad was a senior in high school at the age of 17 years, as many young men did at that time, he joined the USA military to fight for our Nation. He fought in North Africa with General Patton, then was sent to England and on D-Day landed in Normandy. He made it out of Normandy alive. His Army infantry continued towards Germany. In Belgium, his unit came under fire and was caught in a battle with the Nazis. He saved many of his men, was killed in action (KIA) at the age of 22 and he was highly decorated for bravery under fire, I was 3 years old.
Conclusion: Prayer for the Consecration of the Family
How to unite our families:
Do you want to give your children the greatest, richest, most extravagant gift? Give them the gift of Faith and Family Prayer.
Faith and prayer unites a family and helps us overcome conflict, betrayal, disappointment and hardship. This is a treasure of immeasurable worth that you give your children. However, this gift must be carefully given in an environment of love, affection and forgiveness, not one of criticism and judgement.
Here are some thoughts and practical ways to promote family unity and family prayer. Infuse prayer into everyday life. Is there an issue concerning or a problem? Pray and expect a change of outcome in faith. Our children will learn from this practice and will turn to our Lord and Blessed Mother during difficult moments. Use prayer at every opportunity: meals, special occasions, celebrations or difficult moments.
The Consecration Prayer for our Families to our Blessed Mother
The family is considered the primary and fundamental cell of human society, and the Blessed Mother's role as the first disciple of Christ emphasizes the importance of family in the Christian faith. Mary's acceptance of God's will to become the Mother of Jesus is a powerful example of complete trust in God's plan. She lived a life of purity and holiness, never turning away from God's grace, and was taken up into heaven by the power and grace of God. Mary's intercession is a key aspect of Catholic devotion, as she brings our prayers to Jesus and offers comfort and love to her followers. The family is where we first learn to love, and it is a model of love that mirrors the life of God in the Holy Trinity
The Consecration Prayer for our Families to our Blessed Mother is a powerful spiritual practice that seeks to unite families in faith and devotion to the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. This prayer is often recited during special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, or as a daily practice to seek blessings and protection. It is a way to model one's family after the Holy Family's example of love, humility, and obedience. The prayer is a declaration of faith, a commitment to live in accordance with the teachings of Jesus and Mary, and a request for divine guidance and protection in the home.
Prayer: Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary,
I come to you to consecrate myself and my entire family to Your Two Hearts. I desire to renew the vows of my baptism and place each member of my family through an act of faith, hope, and love into loving union with the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.
I dedicate myself and each member of my family to the Guardian Angels God has given each one of us. O Holy Guardian Angels, enlighten, guide, and protect each one so as to lead us safely home to heaven.
At Fatima, dear Mother of God, you appeared with St. Joseph and the Child Jesus blessing the world. O Holy Family, bestow blessings upon me and my entire family so that we may live the Christ-life. I desire that each member of my family adore always the Most Blessed Trinity and love our God in the Most Blessed Sacrament.
Grant peace to each member of my family. Keep each one in the grace of Jesus Christ. Never permit any of my family to stray from the true faith. For any member who has strayed, I beseech you to bind up the wounds, lift the fallen, and keep each of our loved ones in grace. Bid them come back to their Father’s true home.
Amen
