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"I read all about your parish in the National Catholic Register and Father Harlow's book, The Echo of God." T.W. (Wisconsin)
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Our Blessed Lady, to whom we will cede the value and merit of our good works, knows most perfectly where the greater glory of God is to be found. (no. 151)
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Welcome
This website is dedicated to teaching and promoting the lifestyle of true devotion to Jesus through Mary. The idea of true devotion became popular by the writings of St. Louis Marie Grignion de Montfort, an 18th Century priest and mystic, whose apostolic labors included preaching parish missions in France. St. Louis believed that a renewal in Catholic life involved the frequent renewal of one's baptismal promises and that Mary is the surest way to holiness because she alone can lead one the most perfectly to Jesus, her Son.
Holy Goldfish
"Filled with wit and whimsy, this book is sure to delight. Proving that Catholicism can be fun (and funny), Fr. Lance W. Harlow has penned a story that both children and parents will enjoy. A classic tale of grade school shenanigans, children will appreciate the whodunit mystery while parents can use the story to illustrate important lessons in virtue. With a surprise ending that will leave you laughing, this is a story for the whole family." -- Christopher Cusack, PhD
True Devotion for Children
Fr. Lance W. Harlow, author of The Echo of God: A Commentary for Beginners on St. Louis de Montfort’s True Devotion to Mary, has adapted de Montfort’s classic work for young readers. This adaptation is presented in a children’s edition, making it ideal for home study, religious education in parishes or Catholic schools, and even for adult readers. This work is perfect for the new evangelization of Catholics and non-Catholics alike in drawing people to Jesus through Mary. (See the Teacher’s Edition to this text includes sample lesson plans, quizzes, homework and vocabulary to assist the teacher in presenting this material to young readers.)
True Devotion for Children - Teacher’s Edition
An adaptation of St. Louis de Montfort’s "True Devotion to Mary" for young readers. Presented in a children’s and teacher’s edition, making it ideal for home study, religious education, and even for adult readers. Contained within this Teacher’s Edition are sample lesson plans, quizzes, homework and vocabulary to assist the teacher in presenting material to young readers. This work is perfect for the new evangelization of Catholics and non-Catholics alike in drawing people to Jesus through Mary.
Devotional Calendar
Every Day to Jesus Through Mary is a quotation-a-day calendar with a verse from St. Louis Grignion de Montfort’s True Devotion. It is a stand-up, desk-sized calendar which can be used year after year.
The Way of the Cross Booklet
This booklet of the Stations of the Cross, while following the traditional prayers and Scriptural citations, has been adapted with a meditation from St. Louis Marie Grignion de Montfort’s classic True Devotion to Mary. At each station the reader pauses to consider St. Louis’ priestly and mystical insights into the Virgin Mother’s life as it relates to Jesus’ passion. The booklet also contains a quotation from His Holiness, Pope John Paull II’s general audience from 1996 concerning Mary’s role in Jesus’ salvific mission. The prayer of total consecration is provided at the end of the Stations as a reminder that the devotee has promised to "carry my cross after Him all the days of my life". The booklet can be used for individual or group devotions.
Prayer Card - Illistrated
I, N., a faithless sinner--renew and ratify today in thy hands, O Immaculate Mother, the vows of my baptism; I renounce forever Satan, his pomps and works; and give myself entirely to Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Wisdom, to carry my cross after Him all the days of my life, and to be more faithful to Him than I have ever been before.
In the presence of all the heavenly court I choose thee this day for my Mother and Mistress. I deliver and consecrate to thee, as thy slave, my body and soul, my goods, both interior and exterior, and even the value of all my good actions, past, present, and future; leaving to thee the entire and full right of disposing of me, and all that belongs to me, without exception, according to thy good pleasure, for the greater glory of God, in time and eternity. Amen.
Saint Louis Grignion de Montfort
Prayer Card - Statue
I, N., a faithless sinner--renew and ratify today in thy hands, O Immaculate Mother, the vows of my baptism; I renounce forever Satan, his pomps and works; and give myself entirely to Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Wisdom, to carry my cross after Him all the days of my life, and to be more faithful to Him than I have ever been before.
In the presence of all the heavenly court I choose thee this day for my Mother and Mistress. I deliver and consecrate to thee, as thy slave, my body and soul, my goods, both interior and exterior, and even the value of all my good actions, past, present, and future; leaving to thee the entire and full right of disposing of me, and all that belongs to me, without exception, according to thy good pleasure, for the greater glory of God, in time and eternity. Amen.
Saint Louis Grignion de Montfort
Echo of God
St. Louis Marie Grignion de Montfort’s Treatise on the True Devotion to the Holy Virgin has influenced innumerable Christians since its discovery in 1842. These include Mr. Frank Duff, the founder of the Legion of Mary; Blessed (Mother) Teresa of Calcutta, and his Holiness Pope John Paul II; not to mention the thousands of priests, religious and laity who live their consecration to Jesus through Mary.
The Echo of God is a most valuable study guide for understanding and living the lifestyle of true devotion with its simple explanation and application of Grignion de Montfort’s inspired principles of Marian spirituality--which is always Christocentric! This book contains the full text of True Devotion complete with commentary, Scripture references and application questoions. it is ideal for individual or prayer group study, seminarian and novitiate formation, and retreat work. It is also a helpful aid for leaders of prayer groups and those involved in spiritual direction.
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