PRAISEWORTHY IS HER

LIFE LONG COMMITMENT

“…How happy is the woman who bore you and nursed you.”  (Luke 11:27)

Often do I come across people who would appreciate my parents and family as I am chosen and selected by the Almighty to spread the Word of God to many. The response to all these valuable words would be a silent smile. Often during these instances I would remember the woman from the crowd, who after being thoroughly impressed by Lord Jesus’ message and teachings. With great enthusiasm and rejoicing she shouted, “How happy is the woman who bore you and nursed you.” Lord Jesus turned His Spirit filled attention towards her, “How happy are those who hear the Word of God and obey it.”(Luke 11:28)

Our Lord knew the greatness of His Mother; who so well obeyed the Word of God from the Annunciation, deserves greater praise and her quality much higher than a biological mother.  By the above word of God, Lord Jesus turned the crowd’s attention to the fine quality of His Mother who obeyed the Holy Messages from the Sovereign Ruler. She, Mother Mary, inherited the perfect spirit of God; the only one to hear the Word of God and obey it till her last breath. Her wholesome Spiritual character that abided in her even before ‘motherhood’ can be relevant by her response to St. Gabriel, enveloped in simplicity, “Let it be done to me according to your word.” Her permanent and sole quality of excessive submission and acceptance to God’s Word remained in her during the most crucial times of her life. With an unfailing lifelong commitment she supported and followed her Son silently unto the foot of the cross. When the woman appreciated His Mother, Lord might have visualised the depth of her love and sacrifices towards the Word of God.

Through His short teachings He educated us that such a privilege was not exceptionally for His mother but this benefit can be enjoyed by each of us. Let us take a lesson from Mary our Mother who accepted the Holy Word, challenged herself to abide by it as she experienced through steady faith it was God’s purpose for her. Her mission, heavenly wisdom along with divine dreams joined her to do the Will of God.

Dear devotees of Christ, you would have many unanswered questions; and several unsatisfied approaches to find a solution would have tired you out. Let me re-assure you from my own experiences that the Holy Bible knows you! All your fears, frustrations, dreams, your sin and its ways, your thoughts be it about your welfare or your life; everything may look okay and colourful at the periphery but in moments of solitude you may feel incomplete. Take a friendly approach to your Holy Bible and experience the contentment and seek answers for all your queries there. It will surely not disappoint you! Grow with Him (the Word of God), live with Him, accept Him as your encyclopaedia-a source you can truly trust.

I will tirelessly write that it is the Word of God that created all things and imparted its perfect wisdom in it. It is the Life-giving Spirit. (John 6:63) Are we not tired by living on bread alone? Listen! The Word of God says, “Man cannot live on bread alone; but needs every Word that God speaks.” This Holy verse itself clears many doubts that are rooted in us. How long has it been we are tuned to leading a life in negligence towards the Word of God. “The Law of the Lord is perfect, it gives new strength.” (Psalms 19:7) and “His Words give Eternal Life.” (John 6:68)

If you are dead in sin, only the Words of Sovereign God can grant the grace of repentance and enable you to turn towards Lord Jesus, the True Life.  “Jesus drove out the evil spirit with a word and healed all who were sick.”  (Matthew 8 :16) Whoever understands and values these Holy Words, memorizes them in their heart will receive life and health. Is anyone in your home critically or chronically ill? Care to spare some time reading the Holy Bible near the patient regularly with great belief and witness the miraculous changes in the person as well as the family.

It is their ignorance in the Holy Scriptures that easily leads many to the path of superstitions and carries out all wrongdoings without the fear of the True God. Blessed are those who read the Holy Bible regularly as it helps them discern the good and the bad; assists them to take wise and appropriate decisions in life. The Holy Spirit dwelling aids them to be glad and remain in peace at all times. It not only strengthens their faith but sanctifies the soul taking them to the path of salvation. Fears of enmity, sorcery, witchcraft, black magic etc. get ridden off and the Power of Word of God eradicates all such evil acts from your family. The Holy Words comfort the heart, also it begins to burn and shine with His Love. Such a person can feel the presence that God is alive and active in them and their prayers would be answered.

The Holy Bible says, “If you remain in Jesus, His Words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish and you shall have it.”  (John 15:7)  All it takes is a pinch of sincerity to avail the benefits.

A person whose life is based on the Word of God is blessed. He will be firm footed and nothing can shake his faith. He overcomes temptations by confessing his faith silently and publicly when need arises. “If you obey My teaching you are really my disciple.  You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”  (John 8: 31)

An individual who regularly and diligently follows Lord Jesus’ teachings will be capable to handle burdens and brokenness of his life in a divine manner and will be bestowed the name ‘A child of God’. The Supreme God will bless his home, children and land. His presence will bring life to those in dark. Ask yourself, dear readers, do you think the God, who did not keep back His own dear Son but offered Him for us, would He do anything against the welfare of your life here as well as Eternal?

 Of course Not!

It is time you find out the culprit standing between God and you. It is without a doubt the work of a destroyer. Dear readers, It is a disgrace to us, humans if we do not give proper honour to the Mother of our Lord Jesus. She offered her only Son to be the victim for our sins. The Holy Bible warns us numerous times, “Be on guard and don’t let anyone deceive you.”

Just as we struggle to educate our children for their welfare to be successful in their life; so also our Father in Heaven wants us to be well educated in the truth and march towards the victorious Eternal Life.

May the Lord bless you and take care of you. May He be kind and gracious to you. May the Lord look on you with favour and give you peace.

With love filled blessings,

Your Sister in Christ

CHRISTEEN SECTION

THE LITTLE MORNING STAR

Here is the Heavenly Father

all His angels He did gather

See He is instructing them

to fly down to earth from heavenly realm.

“Go to the world on Christmas eve

Grant them joy, love and peace.”

One little angel behind the door;

wanted to take the Lord’s blessings to the poor.

But Father would not allow the little fellow

To fly to the world down below

So the Little Angel to go on his mission

Again went to the Father to ask permission;

Seeing the Little Angel’s desire;

Father said, “Go, if you so aspire.”

The Little Angel in all his merry

Began to skip and make hurry!

But Father told the little one

“My dear, return before the sun is down.”

On Christmas Eve the little one flew

With the wind which loudly blew.

He kissed the lilies, played with the bees;

He caressed the ripples and swung on the trees.

Showered blessings on children around;

Tenderly touched a baby sleeping sound.

He wiped the tears and blossomed flowers;

Flew over huts, palaces and towers.

As the sun began to go down

He decided to return to heavenly town.

A house he found on the way;

Dark, sorrowful and from town far away.

Blessings were not remaining with him

For he had already given away everything.

He gazed at the sky and cheered up

As he saw shining stars high up;

Off he flew and plucked a star;

and placed it in the house so far.

Seeing the brightness he became happy

Was overjoyed truly truly !

Days later, the angel did hear

The sound of trumpets loud and clear;

Heavenly Dad was on an inspection round

To check and see if everything was sound.

The Angel saw a hole from where he had plucked the star;

And began to tremble and cry, while Father was still so far.

Mother Mary approached the little one,

And asked the angel the reason;

Our little friend narrated everything

And on conclusion began weeping.

She took the angel in Her arms;

Told him to be silent and calm.

She removed a star from Her gown;

And told him to fix it down.

In the meantime Father came;

Saw the star and realized the game.

He tapped the little Angel’s shoulder

told him, “Be happy, and don’t bother;

happy are you from today;

this star will lead and show the way.

It’s a sign of love in the sky so far;

In your memory, it will be called:

“The Little Morning Star”

With love filled blessings,

Your Sister in Christ

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Mary said,” Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to His word.” [Luke 1)

The empire of Sin, in the generation of the wicked had extended its dominion to the utmost limits. The ancient serpent had infected the entire earth with its poison, blinding those who had control over the mortals. Instead of seeking the celestial Supreme God and His will, each set up his own false, misleading laws and finally creating a god according to his likeness, thus leading to further confusion, hatred and severe commotion among mankind. Lucifer the ruler reigned, with pride as his right-hand and fools as the ministers, he sent out proclamation to punish the pure and innocent people.

With days advanced in utter ignorance, errors and scatterbrained, the world in its new laws, blurred and diminished the image and presence of the True God.

God, who was all the more deeply offended, resolved to steer clear the sins of mankind pledging His precious possession, His own dear Son, sun of justice-Christ our Salvation.

It was important to make known to the ignorant mankind the essence of the True God and Heavenly Kingdom.

The right time for the redemption of His Creation, was at hand.

To send his only Beloved Son to the evil reigning earth, God created St. Joachim and St. Anne. While Joachim from Galilee, was a most humble man, leading a life of purity, holy and sincerity, St. Anne with residence in Bethlehem, too lead a life of chastity and humility. She was a beautiful maiden; infused with the knowledge in the Divine Scriptures and the holy sacraments equally excelling in the path with the virtues of faith, hope and love. As the customary tradition, she prayed and awaited the coming of the Messiah: a prayer that was much acceptable to the Lord.

St. Anne prayed fervently for the procurement of a spouse in matrimony, who could continue her to observe all the ancient laws in fulfillment to its percepts. St. Joachim, earnest and incomparably modest and honest to His Provider, too requested the petition of a dutiful spouse.

 Both their prayers were presented at the same time before the Holy Trinity where they were heeded to and fulfilled. 

Thus they both united to marry and became the parents of Her- who was to be the mother of the incarnate God.

In furthermost of this divine decree the archangel Gabriel was sent to pronounce it to both.

To St. Anne, he appeared in a visible form while she was engaged in fervent prayer for the coming of the Savior and redeemer of man; concerned and frightened by seeing the most beautiful and holy prints.  Inwardly rejoiced and enlightened, the Holy Maiden prostrated herself in profound humility to reverence, but the Angel prevented and encouraged as she had been destined to be the Arc of the true Manna- Mary Most Holy Mother of God. 

He said to her “The Most High give thee, His blessing, servant of God and be thy Salvation. His Majesty has heard thy petitions and wishes thee to persevere therein and that continue to clamor for the coming of the redeemer. It is His will that thou accept Joachim as thy spouse for he is a man of upright heart and acceptable to the Lord.  In his company thou will be able to persevere in the observance of his Law and in his service.  Continue thy prayers and thy supplications and be not solicitors for anything else.  Walk in the straight path of justice…etc. and the Angel disappeared leaving her enlightened in many mysteries of Holy Scriptures and comforted by renewing her Spirit”

To St. Joachim, the Archangel did not appear in a corpal manner but he spoke to the man of God in his sleep and followed, “Joachim, be thou blessed by the right hand of the Most High! persevere in thy desire and live according to rectitude and perfection . It is the will of the Almighty that thou receive St. Anne as thy spouse for her the Lord had visited with his blessings. Take care of her and esteem her as a pledge of the Most High and give thanks to his Majesty because he has given her into thy charge.  Immediately St. Joachim asked for the hand of the most chaste St. Anne and in most obedience to the divine ordainment they espoused each other.

But they never manifested each other the secret mystery for several years.  They lived to themselves with an undisturbed peace and union of heart without quarrel or a shadow of a grudge. This fortunate couple passed twenty years of their married life without issues.

Being a childless couple they had to bear much disgrace, insult and reproach from their neighbors and Jewish people; yet they continued in most fervent prayers from the bottom of their hearts, mindful of the command from the Most High; they had prepared and vowed to the Lord that If the Most High was willing to answer their supplication they would consecrate him/her to His service in the temple of Jerusalem. The holy man full of shame and confusion he prayed; as he was hastened away from the temple full of sorrow, however he maintained his peace and contentment. They both continued their prayers.

Once again Archangel Gabriel enlightened and consoled both St. Joachim and St. Anne telling them their prayers have come to the Holy presence and their petitions are heard in clemency. Together they gave thanks to the Almighty for His wonderful Blessings and offered special gifts and sacrifices. 

Neither to Joachim nor to anyone did prudent matron Anne ever disclose the secret that her daughter was chosen to be the mother of the Messiah. However, in the last moments of his life the Almighty made the secret known to him. 

The most cheerful mother, holy Anne passed the days of her pregnancy spiritualized by the works of the sweet Holy Spirit in all her faculties.

Thus the day most fortunate for the world arrived! Mary was born; pure and stainless, beautiful and full of grace, thereby demonstrating that she was free form the law and the tribute of sin. 

With Loved filled blessings, 

Your Sister in Christ

THE EYES OF MERCY

Heavenly Father, we thank you for the Precious Gift of Mother Mary to us.

The birth of a child is an occasion of great joy, but the fact remains that we are all born out of original sin.

Mary’s soul was the most beautiful design created by God after the Incarnation of the Eternal Word, a most supreme and worthy present of Himself that an Omnipotent God ever did in this world.

There is no doubt that God blessed Mary with His grace as She was chosen to be the Mother of God but even before She was conferred with the Most Holy position She was adorned with the sanctity that was fit for this dignity.

St. Thomas Aquinas teaches us that the Most Blessed Virgin was so full of grace, that from the beginning her beautiful soul belonged to God. Secondly the grace overflowed to her body, as She merited to cloth the Eternal Word with Her most pure flesh. Thirdly, She was filled to think of the benefit of all, so that all might gain from the Salvation.

Let us joyfully witness Her presence in our day to day life as She was the first one to be loved and honored by God.

Let me share two of the many incidents that Mother Mary stood as a rock and guardian in my time of distress during my journey of life.

My elder daughter, born underweight, was kept in the incubator for almost nine days all the while losing her health to various infections. Holding onto Holy Rosary and Novenas of the Blessed Mary, I was granted extra courage to discharge her against medical advice, as it was unbearable to see the little one suffer. I brought the nine day old tiny bundle to my humble abode, laying her beneath my altar, totally surrendering to Mother Mary to take charge of her.

Lifting my cry of anguish and abandoning food and sleep for the next 3 days and 2 nights, my eyes were fixed on the Blessed Virgin and my child. Miraculously my child began to regain her health and soon we were even provided with a home doctor to keep a timely check on her.  

Once again with heartfelt gratitude I offered her to Mother Mary, with a prayer that my child be Hers. Till date she is safe in Mother’s hands and able to overcome all trials and tribulations in her life. I offer all my honor and glory to my Beloved Mother.

A complication arose during the fifth month of my second pregnancy. A scan revealed an acute cyst had formed over the foetus which blocked my child’s breath. After few days of observation, my gynecologist suggested as the matter was getting worse there was only one way out; to undergo a surgery.  Asking me to prepare myself mentally, she added that the surgery would be a risky one. They took a special written consent from us stating that they would not be held responsible had the child been injured during the procedure.

Apart from the regular prayers, I switched to recital of efficacious novenas to my Trustworthy Mother.  All my co-staffs too realizing the seriousness of the situation joined me with fasting and prayers. They equipped all the needs be it imparting courage to donating blood etc;

Here too my cry of anguish and distress reached the Queen of Mercy; as I could experience her assistance on the operation table. She kept me safe throughout and moreover the foetus in my womb was safe and sound. That moment I promised the Blessed Mother that my child and myself would be indebted to You and Your Son Jesus Christ throughout our life.

The Merciful Eyes of Mother Mary cannot forsake those who invoke Her.

Dear mothers, I assure you that whatever may be the condition of your children today, offer them to this Trustworthy Mother, she would keep them safe from all misfortunes.

Dear devotees of Christ, let me request you never to leave our Mother at the conclusion of the October month.

She requires our life to spread the message of Salvation; while we need her help every second of our life to overcome the temptations of the evil one.

A word of guidance to all the parents: Pray regularly to Mother Mary for the welfare of your children and family members; imbibe in children the practice of reciting small prayers like (Holy Mary, we love you, be with us); make a habit of gifting your children Rosary Prayer booklets and Rosaries, medals and permit them to carry it along with them devoutly.

You may not find a companion to recite the Holy Rosary; but let me remind you that Mary is always present when you recite it and your Guardian Angel would assist you to complete the recital.

Every ‘Salutation’ of Hail Mary will drive out your sorrows, fear letting in  a peace that only God can provide.

O Mary! Our Tender Mother, Comforter of the afflicted, pray for us who have recourse to Thee.  Amen.

With Love filled Blessings,

Your Sister in Christ

Kindly Note:

As per the message from God of KLWC, our team will be conducting an in-house Night Vigil service from 11 pm (1/11/2015) to 6 am (2/11/2015)   Your Thanksgivings and Prayer Requests are welcome.

A LESSON FOR ALL

Mary is an advocate, who is able to save all

St. Andrew of Crete says, “The Queen of Heaven is so gracious and liberal that she recompenses her servants with the greatest munificence for the most trifling devotion.”

But we need to adhere to Her two important conditions.

·         Our soul should be free from sin and impurity when we offer Her our devotion.  Or else She would address us, as how she dealt with an irreverent soldier, says St. Peter Celestine.

There was this soldier who performed everyday some devotion in honor of our Lady. One day he was very hungry, when Mary appeared to him. She offered him the choicest and delicious meat all in a filthy plate. Though the meat looked appetizing, yet the sight of the filthy plate could not bring him to taste it.

“I am the Mother of God,” She said “and I have come to satisfy your hunger.”

“But, O Lady,” he replied, “I cannot eat from such a dirty plate.”

“And how,” responded Mary, “can you expect Me to acknowledge your devotion, arising from your soul, which is so tarnished with sin.”

The soldier realizing the truth got converted and became a hermit.

Thirty years later, at his death bed, the Blessed Virgin appeared and took him to Heaven.

The condition translates into such as that one must live without sin, or at least have the desire to forsake it then, Blessed Mother will surely help them.

 Whereas, if they continue sinning, on the hope that Mary will save them, he would be considered unfit, unworthy and incapable of Her divine Protection.

·         The second condition: Perseverance in our devotion towards our Mother Mary is essential.

St. Bernard highlights, “Perseverance alone will merit a crown.”

When he was dying, his Jesuit companions crowded the young St. John Bachmans, to solicit him on the most pleasing devotion that they could perform to our Lady; to which the saint replied, “Any devotion, however small, provided it is constant.”

Anyone who is constant in his devotion to Mary, will be Blessed in his confidence and obtain all that he desires.

But as no one is certain of their perseverance, no one before death can be certain of their salvation either. 

MOTHER MARY

QUEEN OF THE ROSARY

“How can we forget our Blessed Mother who loves us so much and fills us with Her grace”

God manifests His love through various means in order to help us to realize that He continues to dwell with us until the end of time.  This realization of God as our Abba Father who cares for us at all times is the stipulation for one’s surrender to God’s Eternal Will.  In His teaching Lord Jesus has made this point very clear whenever He spoke about Father’s love and our relationship with Him.  By submitting ourselves to the Divine Will we can become holy and experience His abiding love. 

Like Jesus Christ, His Mother, Mary always stood for the Will of God.  She is the Mother who gives birth to the Holy Hope in our hearts-- not the hope of vain that transmits the good of this life, but also of the immense and eternal virtues of heaven.

St. Bernard interpreting Her words, adds, “All generations shall call You blessed because You have given life and glory to all nations for it is in You that sinners find pardon and just perseverance in the grace of God.”

In the first chapter of the Book of Genesis, we read that God created two great lights – a greater light to rule the day and a lesser light to rule the night.  (Gen 1:16). 

Some spiritual writers have suggested that Christ symbolizes the light of the world who rules in just; the moon the lesser light resembles Mary who enlightens those living in the darkness of sin. 

So Holy Mary is the auspicious luminary for the benefit of poor sinners.  Whoever is in the night of sin let him cast his eyes on the moon and let him implore Mother Mary.  As a mother, She understands the needs of her children and intercedes with God for our spiritual and temporal benefits.  It is not enough that we depend on Her when we need Her assistance, but we also have to imitate Her exemplary life as She lived a life of love, generosity and contentment.  Let us also try to live for others. 

During the month of October it is a custom among believers to venerate the Blessed Virgin by making a spiritual garland and presenting it to Her by praying the Rosary.

With Loved Filled Blessings, 
Your Sister in Christ 

An act for the day:

Jesus taught Martha when she was reluctant over His command of rolling the stone away that covered Lazarus’ tomb, saying to her, “Did I not tell you that if you believe you will see the Glory of God?” (John 11:38-40)

Through this total SURRENDER and BELIEF, everyone witnessed a miracle that revealed His Glory, at that moment of a family crisis.

Let us today offer a HOLY ROSARY in total surrender and belief for the peace and unity among our families! 

Kindly Note:

As per the message from God of KLWC, our team will be conducting an in-house 24 hours fasting prayer service from the 3^rd Oct 2015 to 4^th Oct 2015.  Your Thanksgivings and Prayer Requests are welcome.

MOTHER’S LOVE

O! Queen of the Universe, we your precious devotees take great delight in the festive celebrations of the heavenly assembly and extend bouquet of greetings. Happy Birthday to You Dear Blessed Mother!

Mary unto God’s will was obedient

Holy Spirits’ glow on her face radiant;

As a virgin she accepted to be a mother

Surrendered herself for entry of Savior

She accepted sheer poverty of life

The daily troubles and the strife;

She nurtured the Redeemer of the world

Numerous sorrows of her life untold!

Her requests and orders He never did shun

Although the Savior He was her Son.

At Cana it was the Mother’s request

Which saved the family’s respect!

Throughout His life, She was the inspiration

Always giving guidance and motherly protection;

Till the Cross of Calvary She was at His side;

Her feeble legs strengthening His every stride.

She was the one to whom He entrusted

His disciples who were His beloved.

Initially His, she became the world’s Mother;

Her honor accompanies Christ faith forever

Mother Mary helps us seek our Savior;

Her intercession helps us reach our Redeemer.

MOTHER OF SORROWS

The Holy Bible says, “….and angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph said, “Herod will be looking for the child in order to kill him.”  (Matt 2:13)

Let us take this as an excellent time to meditate on the necessity of suffering in a Christian life. . “Since we are His children, we will possess the blessings He keeps for His people, and we will also possess with Christ, what God has kept for Him; for if we share Christ’s suffering we will also share His glory.”(Rom 8:17).

After we experience the sorrow of Good Friday we rejoice in the everlasting joy of Easter, the day our Lord conquered death!  The scriptures testify that many people suffered for the sake of God to realize that our sufferings in whatever manner is not in vain but should be offered to God as a sacrifice as Jesus Himself did.  St. Peter explains very well, “For to this you have been called because Christ also suffered for you leaving you an example so that you might follow in His steps.”  (1 Peter 2:21)

The letter from James also clearly says, “My brothers, remember the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.  Take them as an example of patient endurance under suffering.”  (James 5:10) 

It is important to identify the nature of suffering to appreciate and understand the Gospel.  This is not a hopeless suffering. It is true that under the immense stress of the suffering some would even ask “Why only me?” or complain to God, “Ever since I was young I have suffered and been near death.”  (Psalms)  Lord Jesus also cried out, “My God, my God why did you abandon Me?” (Matt. 27:46)  Though they put up a question to God, they also realized that suffering produces endurance. 

The Lord has not forgotten to forecast about suffering.  “I am telling the truth you will cry and weep, but the world will be glad; you will be sad; but your sadness will turn into gladness.”  (John 16:20) 

Since suffering is mingled in His promise, it is wise to pause and think why we suffer while some others who do not follow the Lord flourish and seem to be full of joy.  Yes it is a reasonable question.  But if you think too deeply you will realize that such joys apart from God are temporal in nature.

For example, the parable of rich man who flourished while the poor Lazarus perished. Lazarus died and was carried by the angels to sit beside Abraham at the feast in heaven.  The rich man died and was buried and in Hades where he was in great pain.  (Refer to Luke 16)

Let us turn our attention to our beloved Mother whose life here on earth was full of anguish and sorrow.

While the presentation of her son Jesus in the temple, Simeon a good God fearing man who was lead by the Spirit went into the temple and blessed the child and said to His mother, “…..and sorrow like a sharp sword, will break your own heart.”  (Luke 2:35) 

Then the angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph and said, “….and angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph said, “Herod will be looking for the child in order to kill him. Take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt” (Matt 2 : 13). 

Here the fear of enemy, anxiety and pain of journey struck like a sharp sword pierced her heart. 

Again when Jesus was twelve years old after the festival, the parents left the temple and Jesus stayed back.  After they traveled one whole day, they recognized the child was not with them.  Here again the mother’s anxiety, fear, and guilt like a sharp sword pierced her heart. 

When Lord Jesus was condemned to death, the persecutions which Her Son received reminded her again the words of Simeon.  The anguish and love with which she did stood at the cross of Jesus, as well as the last three hours while she strengthened her son, even her heart was pierced over and again, wasn’t she interceding to the Almighty Father for the atonement of the sins of the world.

The Most Holy and afflicted Virgin, standing beneath the Cross of Her sinless and righteous Son who became a victim of cursed death and there again sorrow like a sharp sword pierced her heart.

When the lifeless body of Her Son was laid in Her arms there the moments when all the events right from the day of annunciation till Calvary was reflected as in a mirror.  In silence of Her Holy Saturday’s praise that God expects from humanity, prior to revealing His glory.  Our Mother is a Goddess of grief and sorrows, and God is a God of pain.  When we approach Her or Him remember She freely placed herself in total harmony, fully co-operating with the life and action of her son.  So through Her help, let us offer our gaze, heart, thoughts, feelings, desires and aspirations to her son Jesus for the future glory of God our Father.

Let us join our hands

O! Mother of Mercy, who having so deeply drunk of the chalice of your son can compassionate the sorrows of those who still sigh in the land of exile.  O! Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced by a sword of sorrow, intercedes for us to have a graceful heart like unto Thine which can steadily follow your Son. O! Mary, Landlady of KLWC spread ahead heavenly blessings all over the world before the work of wicked enemy.  Mother of Sorrows save the departed souls in purgatory and comfort their loved ones. AMEN!