God’s Chosen Ones
Those who suffer persecution for the sake of justice may undergo times of aridity and terrible trial, but they are continually sustained, preserving an interior happiness that is worth more than all earthly joys.
Fond Christmas Memories
In narrating the reminiscences of his childhood, Dr. Plinio took delight in recreating the climate of innocence that pervaded Christmas festivities of that time. This was especially true in his home, where Dona Lucilia’s piety and affection made them particularly joyful.
The Virgin Mother’s Admiration and Affection
In contemplating the Child Jesus, Our Lady’s affection for Him was full of admiration, considering Him firstly as God, and secondly in His human frailty.
The Interrelationship of the Three Archangels
St. Michael, St. Gabriel and St. Raphael each have their own titles of primacy, which complement one another and favour their action among men.
A Gate of Heaven Opened for the World
Those who visit the Rue du Bac Chapel in Paris, where Our Lady appeared, feel enveloped by an intense feeling of peace, of calm and open skies, as if there were no obstacles between earth and blessed eternity.
Christ in us through the Holy Eucharist
In Communion, Our Lord Jesus Christ comes into contact with us in a very special way: soul to soul! As a loving Father and infinitely powerful Physician, He wants to forgive and heal us. When I was a boy, children were asked, in catechism classes, if they believed that Our Lord Jesus Christ was really […]
A Message Received with Love and Devotion
While She announced the triumph of her Immaculate Heart in Portugal, Our Lady was already preparing the fulfillment of this magnificent and prophetic design in Brazil. For this purpose, She chose a young boy. One day, Plinio was in gymnastics class at St. Louis College, where he studied.1 As he would later recount, the area […]