Membership
Miracle of the Rosary Mission
Membership
Miracle of the Rosary Mission
| The Miracle of the
Rosary Mission
has launched a strategic plan in accomplishing certain common goals
that
are shared by many. This plan involves participating with others in the
Hearts of Jesus and Mary for the triumph of the Immaculate Heart of
Mary
and the glorious reign of Emmanuel. To spread this initiative, we have
opened membership to all who would like to join. Uniting our hearts to
our Lord Jesus and His Mother Mary requires a commitment to attain this
union. We gain strength from heaven as well as from others who share
the
same ambition, to grow in holiness and accomplish His Divine Will in
our
lives. Please consider joining us. Membership in the Miracle of the Rosary Mission is composed of 3 levels of participation. These are: Active, General and Associate. All who are Knights of Emmanuel are automatically associate members. Members are asked to be faithful in their commitment to certain requirements for their particular level of membership. These activities are to be incorporated into daily life. However, it must be remembered that these activities are meant to assist us in growing in holiness and satisfying the duties of one's state in life according to the will of God and not meant to detract from, interfere with, or keep one from fulfilling these obligations. These demands are to help assure us that all things are done in Christ, through Him, with Him, and in Him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit to the glory of God the Father. Simply stated, a member is asked to fulfill all the obligations assumed by their level of membership, but if the demands and circumstances of daily life make it difficult or impossible to undertake any of these, a member has not neglected in his duty. These requirements are to be an aid not a burden. No guilt is implied and certainly no sin is committed when a member is unable to undertake or complete any activity of their level of membership while fulfilling the duties of their state in life as best as they can with the help of God's grace. The following chart depicts the composition of each level of membership for one's examination. Please take the time to review this information carefully and consider joining us. In the Hearts of Jesus and Mary, I remain Yours in Christ, Darrell Bennett President Levels of Membership
General Information regarding
The Miracle of the Rosary Mission is an organization formed to respond to the request of the Mother of God made known at apparition sites acknowledged and approved by holy Mother Church and by the Vicar of Christ, Pope Benedict XVI. Act of Consecration Perhaps the single greatest response of a member is the Act of Consecration. The Act of Consecration is not a prayer but an act of will. Through the Act of Consecration a person of their own free will consciously decides for God and entrusts the living of a virtuous life according to the will of God to Mary, Mother of God, Mother of the Church, and our most loving and merciful mother. There are some aspects of the Act of Consecration that deserve clarification. The Act of Consecration with 33 days preparation by Saint Louis De Montfort is the principle Act of Consecration desired of all members within the first year of membership. The short or daily-form is the most common Act of Consecration used; however, any Act of Consecration with ecclesiastical approval may be used for the daily Act of Consecration. Brown Scapular The Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is closely connected with the Act of Consecration. It is a sign of our Act of Consecration, of having decided for God and by living a virtuous life according to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, to live a life in keeping with Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition under the guidance and direction of the Magesterium. The Brown Scapular of our Lady of Mount Carmel is better understood in this perspective when considering 1 Kings 18. "If Yahweh is God, follow Him!" This was the call of the prophet Elijah to the people of his time, words that echo through all generations. We all must decide and choose to know, love, and serve God, OR the world, the flesh, and the devil. Let us decide for God and live in the freedom of His love. Mass The
Eucharist
is "the source and summit of the Christian life", "the efficacious sign
and sublime cause of that communion in the divine life and that unity
of
the People of God by which the Church is kept in being. It is the
culmination
both of God's action sanctifying the world in Christ and of the worship
men offer to Christ and through him to the Father in the Holy Spirit.",
"the sum and summary of our faith." The Catechism of the Catholic
Church. Reconciliation and Penance All
members are called
to approach the Sacrament of Conversion, the Sacrament of Penance, the
Sacrament of Confession, the Sacrament of Forgiveness, the Sacrament of
Reconciliation. Eucharistic Adoration The Church and the world have a great need for Eucharistic worship. Jesus awaits us in this sacrament of love. Let us not refuse the time to go to meet him in adoration, in contemplation full of faith, and open to making amends for the serious offenses and crimes of the world. Let our adoration never cease. John Paul II, Dominicae cenae Rosary Through the rosary of Mary, we mediate upon the life of Christ and through the tender supplication of His mother obtain the graces needed to imitate the virtues contained therein, thus enabling us to live a life of heroic virtue and persevere in building the Kingdom of God on earth. Fasting The
perfect fast
is to fast from sin. All other fasts help bring us to that one perfect
fast. Abstaining from meat, fasting on bread and water, refraining from
smoking, gossiping, etc. help us to discipline our wills and strengthen
our resolves. Thus, in time of temptation we are enabled to decide for
God and reject that which is contrary to His way of love. Bible Christians should turn with renewed interest to the Bible, "whether it be through the liturgy, rich in the divine word, or through devotional reading, or through instructions suitable for the purpose and other aids." Tertio Millennio Adveniente Catechism of the Catholic Church
John Paul II
said "In addition, it is desirable for each family to have a copy of
the
Catechism of the Catholic Church, because it is a sure guide in
religious
education and in life according to the faith" Vatican Information
Service. Holy Spirit Chaplet The chaplet of the Holy Spirit helps us to recall the virtues we are called to live and through the intercession of Mary, the beloved spouse of the Holy Spirit, and obtain the fruits and gifts of the Holy Spirit. Saint Michael Chaplet Through the chaplet of Saint Michael we are reminded of the celestial assistance provided us and invoke the assistance of the celestial choirs. Divine Mercy Chaplet The chaplet of Divine Mercy reminds us of the unfathomable mercy of God. While praying we ponder the words spoken by our dear Lord to Blessed Sister Faustina, meditate on the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, and seek to obtain the grace to be merciful in and through our own lives. Way of the Cross Christian prayer loves to follow the way of the cross in the Savior's steps. The stations from the Praetorium to Golgotha and the tomb trace the way of Jesus, who by his holy Cross has redeemed the world. The Catechism of the Catholic Church. Liturgy of the Hours
[27] Gatherings
of the laity - for prayer, apostolic work or any other reason - are
encouraged
to fulfill the Church's office by celebrating part of the Liturgy of
the
Hours. The laity must learn, especially in liturgical actions, how to
adore
God the Father in spirit and in truth, and be reminded that through
public
worship and prayer they are in touch with all mankind and can
contribute
in no small degree to the salvation of the whole world. |
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