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For the third day of the Divine Mercy novena, Christ asked Saint Faustina to pray the following prayer for the sake of all the faithful. She recorded the following words of Our Lord in her diary: "Today bring to Me all Devout and Faithful Souls, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. These souls brought me consolation on the Way of the Cross. They were a drop of consolation in the midst of an ocean of bitterness."

Prayer for the Third Day of the Divine Mercy Novena

Most Merciful Jesus, from the treasury of Your mercy, You impart Your graces in great abundance to each and all. Receive us into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart and never let us escape from It. We beg this grace of You by that most wondrous love for the heavenly Father with which Your Heart burns so fiercely.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon faithful souls, as upon the inheritance of Your Son. For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, grant them Your blessing and surround them with Your constant protection. Thus may they never fail in love or lose the treasure of the holy faith, but rather, with all the hosts of Angels and Saints, may they glorify Your boundless mercy for endless ages. Amen.

For the fifth day of the Divine Mercy novena, Christ asked Saint Faustina to pray the following prayer for the sake of all those who, while Christians, have separated themselves from the Roman Catholic Church. She recorded the following words of Our Lord in her diary: "Today bring to Me the Souls of those who have separated themselves from My Church, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. During My bitter Passion they tore at My Body and Heart, that is, My Church. As they return to unity with the Church My wounds heal and in this way they alleviate My Passion."

Prayer for the Fifth Day of the Divine Mercy Novena

Most Merciful Jesus, Goodness Itself, You do not refuse light to those who seek it of You. Receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart the souls of those who have separated themselves from Your Church. Draw them by Your light into the unity of the Church, and do not let them escape from the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart; but bring it about that they, too, come to glorify the generosity of Your mercy.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon the souls of those who have separated themselves from Your Son's Church, who have squandered Your blessings and misused Your graces by obstinately persisting in their errors. Do not look upon their errors, but upon the love of Your own Son and upon His bitter Passion, which He underwent for their sake, since they, too, are enclosed in His Most Compassionate Heart. Bring it about that they also may glorify Your great mercy for endless ages. Amen.

For the seventh day of the Divine Mercy novena, Christ asked Saint Faustina to pray the following prayer for the sake of all those most devoted to His mercy. She recorded the following words of Our Lord in her diary: "Today bring to Me the Souls who especially venerate and glorify My Mercy, and immerse them in My mercy. These souls sorrowed most over my Passion and entered most deeply into My spirit. They are living images of My Compassionate Heart. These souls will shine with a special brightness in the next life. Not one of them will go into the fire of hell. I shall particularly defend each one of them at the hour of death."

Prayer for the Seventh Day of the Divine Mercy Novena

Most Merciful Jesus, whose Heart is Love Itself, receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart the souls of those who particularly extol and venerate the greatness of Your mercy. These souls are mighty with the very power of God Himself. In the midst of all afflictions and adversities they go forward, confident of Your mercy; and united to You, O Jesus, they carry all mankind on their shoulders. These souls will not be judged severely, but Your mercy will embrace them as they depart from this life.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon the souls who glorify and venerate Your greatest attribute, that of Your fathomless mercy, and who are enclosed in the Most Compassionate Heart of Jesus. These souls are a living Gospel; their hands are full of deeds of mercy, and their hearts, overflowing with joy, sing a canticle of mercy to You, O Most High! I beg You O God: Show them Your mercy according to the hope and trust they have placed in You. Let there be accomplished in them the promise of Jesus, who said to them that during their life, but especially at the hour of death, the souls who will venerate this fathomless mercy of His, He, Himself, will defend as His glory. Amen.

For the ninth day of the Divine Mercy novena, Christ asked Saint Faustina to pray the following prayer for the sake of all the souls who have become lukewarm in their belief. She recorded the following words of Our Lord in her diary: "Today bring to Me the Souls who have become Lukewarm, and immerse them in the abyss of My mercy. These souls wound My Heart most painfully. My soul suffered the most dreadful loathing in the Garden of Olives because of lukewarm souls. They were the reason I cried out: 'Father, take this cup away from Me, if it be Your will.' For them, the last hope of salvation is to run to My mercy."

Prayer for the Ninth Day of the Divine Mercy Novena

Most compassionate Jesus, You are Compassion Itself. I bring lukewarm souls into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart. In this fire of Your pure love, let these tepid souls who, like corpses, filled You with such deep loathing, be once again set aflame. O Most Compassionate Jesus, exercise the omnipotence of Your mercy and draw them into the very ardor of Your love, and bestow upon them the gift of holy love, for nothing is beyond Your power.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon lukewarm souls who are nonetheless enfolded in the Most Compassionate Heart of Jesus. Father of Mercy, I beg You by the bitter Passion of Your Son and by His three-hour agony on the Cross: Let them, too, glorify the abyss of Your mercy. Amen.

Lord when I am full of fear and worry, help me to take my eyes off myself and to focus on you.

Take a moment to quite yourself within.  Focus on your breathing and become present to God, who knows EVERYTHING about you and who LOVES you.

 Amen! xo Written by Lovemyfamilysomuch

St Francis of Assisi Novena prayer of the Immaculate Conception.

Hail, holy Lady,
Most holy Queen,
Mary, Mother of God, Virgin made Church;
Chosen by the most Holy Father in heaven,
consecrated by him, with his most holy beloved Son
and the Holy Spirit, the Comforter.
On you descended and in you still remains
all the fullness of grace and every good.
Hail, his Palace, his Tabernacle.
Hail, his Robe. Hail, his Handmaid. Hail, his Mother.
And Hail, all holy Virtues who, by the grace
and inspiration of the Holy Spirit, are poured forth into the hearts of the
faithful so that, faithless no longer, they may be made faithful servants of God
through you. Amen.

Working copy for intentions for Aug !4th. It will be finished and then posted on the discussion thread And Catholic Intentions page. It will also be left here with the novena instructions. Working copy verbiage will be removed. Members will be able to print this page to carry with them if they choose. When complete I suggest that it be printed from this thread, it will reduce paper.

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History of st. Peregrine-- read only once to become familar with whySt Peregrine is the Patron Saint to cancer an other illnesses. - the same disease that St. Peregrine Laziosi developed. The prayer is meant to be said for nine days in a row. Oh great Saint Peregrine, you, who have been called "The Mighty" and "The Wonder-Worker" because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and who had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of these sick persons whom we entrust to you. (State your intention here...) Aided in Amen.

                             Novena to St. Peregrine August 14th to August 22nd

History of st. Peregrine-- read only once to become familar with why St Peregrine is the Patron Saint to cancer an other illnesses

St. Peregrine Laziosi is the patron saint of those suffering with cancer, HIV and other chronic illnesses. Cured of cancer after praying at the foot of a crucifix, St. Peregrine Laziosi holds a special place in the Church as well as the hearts of those individuals who either suffer or who have loved ones suffering from illnesses.

Legend says that St. Peregrine Laziosi had stood for the better part of 30 years as penance for his slapping a priest during an anti-papal rally. The priest - who later became St. Philip - reacted, not in anger or by punching him back, simply offered the young man his other cheek to strike.

This action so impressed Peregrine, that he not only converted to Catholicism, but entered the order of the Servites after seeing a vision of the Virgin Mary. He choose the penance of standing whenever he could after his vows into the order were heard by the same priest who he struck years earlier in Italy, Philip.

Because of this special relationship that St. Peregrine has with the church, an abundance of novenas exist to this protector of those with diseases. A novena is a prayer with a special request. When said for nine days in a row your special requests are said to be answered. The word "novena" itself comes from the Latin word for nine.Various forms of novena are available to you if you've adopted St. Peregrine Laziosi as your patron saint. The following is a novena that is especially tailored for those suffering with cancer - the same disease that St. Peregrine Laziosi developed. The prayer is meant to be said for nine days in a row.

St. Peregrine Novena- Said once a day with intentions for 9 days.

Oh great Saint Peregrine,
you, who have been called "The Mighty"
and "The Wonder-Worker"
because of the numerous miracles
which you have obtained from God
for those who have had recourse to you.
For so many years you bore in your own flesh
this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being,
and who had recourse to the source of all grace
when the power of man could do no more.
You were favored with the vision of Jesus
coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction.
Ask of God and Our Lady,
the cure of these sick persons whom we entrust to you.

(State your intention here...)

Aided in this way by your powerful intercession,
we shall sing to God,
now and for all eternity,
a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy.

Amen.

Intentions:WILL BE TAKEN TO THE SHRINE OF ST PEREGRINE THURS. AUG. 23RD 2012 IN AZ.

Dear God---May all, of many Faiths, come together in prayer and support of each other.  ST. Perigrine Interceed upon our behalf for healing. Jesus Christ,Mother Mary , and the Holy Court of Heaven, hear our prayers for all the sisters and brothers of BCO in this there time of need. Strengthen them and their families and let them not despair. Heal them if you will, or guide them to understanding and acceptance of your plan. sas

Frank that his chemo challege works. That his cancer go into remission or be healed. For his Princesses and wife.

Chabba-that my brother who has esophageal cancer, for healing and relief from complications. For Mom with MS

Anne1962-for her son to regain his belief in God

ChrissyB- for Marge and Wayne., they buried their son and DIL --Scott and Cindy. They were both murdered a couple of weeks ago. May their souls reside with you

Teeballmom- for the strength to not make BC my every waking thought and that at the end of my treatment, I am cancer free to watch my small children grow up.

Nancynow-for Dad ED G.'s repose of his soul AUGUST 21ST. That the family be joined in faith through their belief in you. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Badger-for Chillipadi for the repose of her soul. That the beauty of the sunlight I look at each day with Chillipad in mind continue to remind me of such a wonderful person in my life.

Kita-for my next chemo to shrink my growing tumors, and for my friend Shifali who is not doing so well with mets everywhere.

Graceembraced- May our Lord Jesus, who is a compassionate healer, hear and answer our prayers.

justjudie-for my son, Justin, a young man who has a serious chronic medical condition.

Theresap60 and Skip- for Skip's brother in law whose bladder cancer returned and he too is on aggressive chemo, and Tom who has advanced melanoma.

Redwolf8812 Thank you all for your prayers! for clear brain MRI. Healing for my liver and intestines from evidence of disease. For Brooke 19 died of advanced breast cancer tis week. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.Brooke 19 died of advanced breast cancer tis week. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Squidwitch-- working again on getting some balance. I am in the process of "Calling back my spirit."

mmm5-For good health and wellbeing for my family and myself. For clarity professionally and for immediate financial support! Benign findings for all health issues for myself and and children. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing. Angela F to your prayers, late stage colon cancer with young children.

THEFUZZYLEMON-I intend to battle the wicked, use all my strength to flip WRONGS.....and these actions literally need acts from God. I would like my sisters to have holy arms around them and holy hands to heal them. Keep my family in light and love and protect them from harm

Kayb for peace and comfort for my friend L's mother, who just entered hospice, and for L who has been such a devoted daughter. Also for my friend K, who has begun a long and aggressive chemo regimen for advanced melanoma. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

NativeMariner- For continued healing of her cancer. Return to health, For those learning from her how to care for others that they be guided by her wisdom. 

Denise-G-heart damage from chemo - praying I can getback on Herceptin and heart will heal...

Michello13-That the good Lord will continue to give peace and strength to everyone here and all others affected by cancer in any way. For everyone traveling this summer...that Jesus may protect them and return them home safely.

Rabbit43-For Yvona and Tom and Anne-Marie. Yvona and Anne-Marie is battling BC and Tom is battling metastatic cancer.

Cherilynn64-For Frank to respond to his treatment and be healed of his cancer"... For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Sas-schatzi- For sister who needs transplant, For myself to return to normalcy mentally, emotionally and physically. For DH 's repose of his soul, 2nd anniversry of his death Aug. 20th. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing. 8/12 Jose new onset chest pain/super elevated BP, in denial sent, him to ER.That LuvRVing be guided to an answer.

Galsal-For healing and strength of body and soul following difficult surgery, that all future interventions be uneventful. For DS's safe army depoloyment in near future. DS's GF Bridgett, her Mom Donya with CA and recently deceased stepfather. That all receive healing and your bountiful strength to care for each other and recover from their grief.

Mumtobe-Help me St. Peregrine to beat this BC and come out the other side cancer-free, with the chance to see my baby grow up, the greatest gift that God has given us. Please protect me and my family and wrap your healing arms around us

Candie 1971- for my dad, 89 y/o, diagnosed with squamish cell skin cancer. For my mom, 83 y/o, was diagnosed with stage 2 BC, now NED. They both have agressive forms of their cancer. May the Blessed Mother keep her arms wrapped tightly around them. For this we pray.

dogeyed GG, that the President keep close counsel with the Lord God Almighty, as he always does, for he has been given the voice for peace, the harmony for the earth, and the rhythm for the weak. That a special happiness fill the fine hearts and minds of my husband and my mother. That mercy be given to all who suffer and that the whole world be drawn together in spirit.

Kindone please intercede for me though our Lord Jesus that my tumor marker come back normal, in Jesus name I ask

HanzieDZ-rosary and time spent before the Blessed Host in our Perpetual Adoration Chapel. For all those here,on BCO,and especially my husband Matt (Stage IV) . St. Peregrine hear our prayers and through your divine intervention answer us!

elmcity69- For Larry, Nathan and Elisa, Deb, Tricia, Uncle Jack, Nadia...in gratitude for my health, cancer free life. May it continue for many, many years. Prayers for all of you

JanetinVirginia-Our Father in heaven, thank You for this day and for all of our many blessings. We know miracles and healing come only through You. We pray for a cure for the terrible disease cancer. Guide the hands of cancer researchers all over the world. Open their minds to understand the mysteries of cancer so they may discover the cure in Your name. As You have taught us, we believe with all our hearts that You need only say the word for this to come to pass. (Taken from her last prayer no longer active, but outcome good at last posting)

Ruthbru-Dear God, I pray for all people struggling with treatment decisions. Grant them and their doctors wisdom as they make their choices.  For Jane for advanced BC. Ginger newly dx'd BC

DiamonGirl- For continued imporevment in health and Le, For the repose of the soul of my mother, And the strengthrning of my family and sisters.

Prayersareanswered -no longer active . Outcome unknown. Let her be within your arms Dear Lord, held tightly to you

mkkjd60- for my Mom to ease her suffering from the last stages of BC. For me to find you Dear God, you strengthened me always, please return to me.

msphil-God Bless All--for family and friends Salvation. Lift up my husband to be Restored back home and to set him free of his demons of alchohol. For my friends with cancer battles. For my nephew who has mental illness to be set free in Jesus Name. The Lord be with Us All. 

LittleFlower-For all the women in the world diagnosed in the past or currently battling this dreadful disease, may we find renewed strength on the days we feel our weakest, joy on the days depression threatens us, and peace in knowing that there is a better place awaiting us all, with our Lord awaiting with open arms.

Tiger Blood-Pray for ease of fatigue. Pray for elimination of my brain mets

Sagina and family, that her whole family be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness. That the answer to their undiagnosed problems be revealed and treated. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Tinkertude and ALI, that her whole family be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness. That the answer to their undiagnosed problems be revealed and treated. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Dunesleeper, that her depression be lifted and the joy of life she seeks be returned to her. Her special intention of prayer for Debbie, and Dorothy. That she and friends be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness. That the answer to their undiagnosed or diagnosed problems be revealed and treated. That Dunes retirement goes well and her needs are met. For her Mom.  Thanksgiving for Shells NED diagnosis.For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

For Wilson33--who will be lighting a candle for all suffering, pain, misunderstood, waiting. All emotions but mostly I shall be praying for understanding of God's will and healing through prayer, offering everything up for God - Gods blessing and prayers for the ladies and gentlemen here, on BCO, families, and friends

For Ellendou In her battle with cancer, that her whole family be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness'

EmilyinOntario, that her depression be lifted and the joy of life she seeks be returned to her. That she obtain the housing she wishes.

TeresainTucson, that God's path for each of us to be clear and for each of us to have the courage to follow it. Whatever happens with our living arrangements that it goes smoothly and as stress free as possible. That each persons trust in your guidance to bring them closer to You Dear God through their acceptance of your wili

For Kay1963, that continued recovery after surgery and conquering her LE. That her whole family be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness.

For Apple,that her brain tumor responds to treatment and no other tumors grow. That her brothers Lymphoma stablizes and or go into remission. For Jenn3 that she be strengthened and cancer into remission. That Apple and Jenn's whole families be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness

mnmom,That her financial situation improves. That she and her children are kept safe from abuse. That her whole family be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing. Bob with inoperable brain cyst and his wife.

Laura E,  beaglesgirl-that they return to us. That they be strengthened. That their work life be less stressful. That their battles with LE be conquered. That their families and friends be drawn together in belief, spirit and wellness.

For the Moderators, that they be strengthened in their mission on BCO. That their personal lives are blessed with health, well being, love, contentment.

lovemyfamilysomuch- will pray for all my sisters and brother Frank. Please keep my family and me in your prayers, for the strength to know and serve the Lord as He deserves, and to keep God and our Blessed Mother first in our lives.Tears of sadness and joy now for all my strong and beautiful bc sisters, and Frank, even for those days when we don't feel strong or beautiful. Praying for humilty, love of neighbor, poverty of spirit (freedom from material) obedience and piety. The fruits of the Joyful mysteries

Torigirl- I pray that the treatments we have all received have done the job of eliminating, eradicating, and destroying every last cancer cell/malignancy in our bodies...that the any treatments we continue to take (or do) will do their jobs of preventing any recurrences or any new malignancies....that those treatments will not now or in the future cause us any damage...that we all be cured and healed from the evilness that once had invaded our bodies, and that we all live long, happy, healthy lives with all those we love...being the best versions of ourselves in the honor and glory of our Lord. I ask for blessing upon our families, that they are happy and healthy and living a life in accordance with our Lord. I ask for blessings upon all those that suffer needlessly each day...I ask for blessings for our military that do so much to keep our freedom ours...Bless my husband as he is deployed bringing him home safe and sound...bless our marriage, our love and our commitment to each other...I ask this in the Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ...AMEN-For teeballmom, That she have a healing from her cancer.That she and her family be blessed with health, well being, love, contentment. 

nonijones- for continued health for them and family. That they be blessed with health, well being, love and contentment

Rohanna-- whose life and beliefs are in need, whose dear friend Marsha, went for a simple procedure and contracted staph and has passed away. For her friends, family and Ro that grieves for her. That they find contentment and peace through you Oh Lord.

PatMom--Please be with all of the children and young adults who are starting a new school year, especially those who have a parent currently struggling with cancer treatments, and those who have lost a parent to cancer. Help them to find the support that they are missing because their parent isn't able to be with them the way they used to be.

Camillegal-for the Healthof all young people. For Frank and all that come here in your name St Perigrine for healing.

Whippetmom Heavenly Father, please give hope and encouragement to those who are suffering so under the burden of this terrible disease. I pray for Frank and for all of those impacted by breast cancer. Please let them come to know You through their travails and to know how much they are loved by You. Amen...

Sagina- For those afflicted with illness that God protect them as His humble children from those employers that don't understand the transformation that occurs and that they can be patient as the ill heal. For all my BC sisters that have lost their employment due to cancer.

SimpleyAudrey: For my mom Hilda who has been gone awhile. I still talk with her. She always calmed my spirit and continues to do so. Her belief in you was an inspiration to the whole family. Dear God, Jesus, Mother Mary, Mom Hilda keep be strong in my battles against those earthly things that will harm me.

Crog234-Thanksgiving for surgery and therapy that improved ability to walk after complictions following BC. Now facing more surgery, strengthen me to cope. it's been along journey and I need you.

bcbarbie10 pray for me for courage and physical strength to finish chemo.

Redwolf8812:for MaryB for >14 years fought this cursed disease. She lives a life of giving to others, to help them face the troubles. Always guiding to ease someones fears. Look now upon her with your benevolent heart and guide her gently.

Lovetocook:God you've known me long, I've lost sight of you, I need to find you again, let the doubt be gone, I will trust in you to guide me. For all that have a crisis of faith and changing conditions.

DianeEssa prayers for deep and abiding peace for all sisters

She-For Thanksgiving for remission  BC problems, safety for trip, DS's well being. Healing for bCO sisters/brothers

Linda-n3pb-

Thanks be to God for each moment of grace that comes from His love every day, all day.

Thanks be to God for the opportunity to share His love every day, all day.

Thanks be to God for the courage and strength to carry out His will for us every day, all day.

Thanks be to God for those who have gone before us, have shared their love with us, and showed us how to live the way Christ asks us to live.

For Unity of Belief in God through praying , That our individual Faith be strengthened by our coming together.

Jewish "Daily Prayer for the Sick"

Mishebeirach Avoteinu m'kor ha-bracha L'imoteinu.
May the Source of Strength Who blessed the ones before us, help us find
the courage to make our lives a blessing, and let us say, Amein.

Mi shebeirach imoteinu m'kor ha-bracha l'avoteinu.
Bless those in need of healing with refuah shleimah, the renewal of body, the renewal of spirit, and let us say,
Amein.

Please accept our prayers for Frank and all other members who need our prayer assistance.

ronqt1, sgreenarch, Voraciousreader

Catholic intentions thread http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/38/topic/760131?page=1

Catholic discussion thread http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/38/topic/738190?page=291#idx_8710

Catholic Archives thread http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/38/topic/760274?page=4#post_3155848

14 hours ago lovemyfamilysomuch wrote:

Praying for all my bc sisters and Frank!

Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy.
Act in me, O Holy Spirit, that my work, too, may be holy.
Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, that I may love only what is holy.
Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, that I may defend all that is holy.
Guard me, O Holy Spirit, that I myself may always be holy.

- St. Augustine of Hippo

constructing next novena sheila--target date in November

The History of the Miraculous Medal

The Front Side - On the front of the Miraculous Medal, Mary stands on a globe, representing the earth, with a crushed snake under her feet. This image represents Mary's role as "Queen of Heaven and Earth". The snake represents Satan, who was defeated by Mary's obedience to God. The rays coming from her hands symbolize the graces Mary gives to those who ask her. The year 1830 commemorates the year that the Blessed Mother appeared to St. Catherine Laboure.

The Reverse Side - On the reverse side of the Miraculous Medal is a cross and the letter "M". The cross represents Christ's sacrifice for our salvation, while the bar under the cross stands for the Earth. The "M" stands for "Mary" and her true devotion both to Jesus and to her children on Earth. The two hearts are the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Sorrowful Heart of Mary. The entire image is surrounded by twelve stars. The stars can represent both the twelve Apostles and the verse from the Book of Revelation, "a great sign appeared in heaven, a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of 12 stars" (Revelation 12:1).

The Promises of the Medal

During Our Lady's visit to Catherine on November 27,1830, rays of light flowed from rings on her fingers that were made of precious stones. However, some of the stones on the ring did not shine. Mary explained:

"These rays symbolize the graces I shed upon those who ask for them. The gems from which rays do not fall are the graces for which souls forget to ask."

Mary then spoke of the medal with these words:

"All who wear it will receive great graces; they should wear it around the neck. Graces will abound for persons who wear it with confidence."

The medal is simply a visible sign of the inner devotion the wearer has to Mary and to her Son, Jesus.