| Prayers to and by St. Maximilian Kolbe
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| Prayers to and by St. Maximilian Kolbe
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O Lord Jesus Christ who said, "greater love than this no man has that a man lay down his life for his friends," through the intercession of St. Maximilian Kolbe, whose life illustrated such love, we beseech You to grant us our petitions .....(mention them here).
Through the Knights of the Immaculata movement, which Maximilian founded, he spread a fervent devotion to Our Lady throughout the world. He gave up his life for a total stranger and loved his persecutors, giving us all an example of unselfish love for all men --- a love which was inspired by true devotion to Mary.
Grant O Lord Jesus, that we too may give ourselves entirely without reserve to the love and service of our Heavenly Queen in order to better love and serve our fellowman in imitation of your humble servant, Maximilian. Amen.
(Say 3 Hail Marys and a Glory be....)
Novena Prayer to St. Maximilian Kolbe
(pray for 9 consecutive days)
O St. Maximilian Kolbe, faithful follower of St. Francis of Assisi, inflamed by the love of God, you dedicated your life to the practice of virtue and to works of charity. Look kindly upon us who devoutly confide the following petitions to your intercession: (here mention your specific requests).
Having consecrated yourself to the Immaculate Virgin Mary, you founded the Militia of the Immaculata (MI) Movement so that the Blessed Virgin might lead countless souls to holiness by inspiring them to do good, avoid evil, and spread the Kingdom of God. Obtain for us, through her, the grace of drawing many souls to Christ.
In your close conformity to Our Divine Saviour, you reached such an intense degree of charity that you offered your life to save that of a fellow prisoner. Implore God that we, inflamed by such ardent charity, may, through our faith and good works, witness Christ's Love for the world and thus merit to join you in the blessed vision of God. Amen.
Militia of the Immaculata
The Militia of the Immaculata (MI) is a worldwide evangelization movement founded by St. Maximilian Kolbe in 1917 that encourages total consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary as a means of spiritual renewal for individuals and society. The MI movement is open to all Catholics. It employs prayer as the main weapon in the spiritual battle with evil. MIs also immerse themselves in apostolic initiatives throughout society, either individually or in groups, to deepen the knowledge of the Gospel and our Catholic Faith in themselves and in others. Marian consecration is a formal act of self-giving that does not stop at Mary, but is Christ-directed. It is really consecration to Jesus. The MI's mission is "To Lead Every Individual With Mary to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus."
Why Total Consecration?
As the Son of God entrusted Himself to the womb of the Virgin Mary to come into the world, so we imitate Jesus and entrust ourselves to the Immaculate Virgin Mary on our journey to heaven, for personal sanctification, and the conversion of the world to Christ.
Why Should I Join the MI?
The Militia of the Immaculata (MI) is an international ecclesial movement and has the full approval of the Vatican and canonical statutes. It is dedicated to bringing the world to the Sacred Heart of Jesus through consecration to the Immaculate Virgin Mary.
Pope John Paul II said:
"Through her, the Sun of Justice was to rise in the world. Through her, the great healer of humanity, the reconciler of hearts and consciences, her Son, the God-Man, Jesus Christ, by His life, death, and resurrection was to uplift the entire human family. This woman dominates all history as the Virgin Mother of the Son and as the Spouse of the Holy Spirit, as the Handmaid of humanity."
St. Maximilian Kolbe said:
"Mary is the most perfect and most holy work of God, for as St. Bonaventure said, 'God can create a greater and more perfect world, but He cannot exalt a creature to higher dignity than that to which He exalted Mary.'"
Daily Renewal of Total Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Immaculata, Queen and Mother of the Church, I renew my consecration to you this day and for always, so that you may use me for the coming of the Kingdom of Jesus in the whole world. To this end, I offer you all my prayers, actions, and sacrifices of this day. Amen.
Daily Miraculous Medal Prayer of St. Maximilian
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you, and for all those who do not have recourse to you, especially the enemies of Holy Church and all those recommended to you. Amen.
2005 Monthly Prayer Intentions
Unite with MI members in daily renewal of your Marian consecration while petitioning the intercession of the Immaculata, monthy by month, throughout 2005.Immaculata, please intercede...
January:
That all believers in the one God work to build peace and that religious faith never be used for economic or political goals.February:
That Christians become more involved in the social and cultural world, serving as leaven for promoting the value and dignity of each person.March:
That youth recognize in Mary of Nazareth a witness of peace and trust that flow from following God's plan.April:
For victims of violence, that they not be forgotten, but that the commitment for justice reveal the victory of the resurrection over evil.May:
That every woman called to motherhood never be left alone in the face of difficulties and may witness with joy to the power of life.June:
That the great gift of the Eucharist teach everyone to give thanks for all they are and have, and recognize the signs of the Father's mercy and providence.July:
That the marginalized, the lonely and the abandoned, be welcomed, appreciated and helped to express new signs of hope.August:
That those hurt by family breakups, may with care from the Church community, experience God's fidelity and tenderness.September:
That those who work in the mass media and entertainment fields, may be conscious of their responsibilities and be inspired by human and Christian values.October:
That the Christian people rediscover their own missionary vocation and collaborate in announcing the Gospel to the whole world.November:
That the souls in Purgatory might sustain us with love and be in turn assisted by our prayers.December:
That richer nations have the courage to discuss openly their style of living and confront the growing economic disparity between rich and poor nations.2006 COMING SOON
Contact the Militia Immaculata:
MI
National Center--Marytown
1600 West Park Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048 USA
847-367-7800, ext. 246
MI@consecration.com
www.consecration.com
feast day: August 14
Read St. Maximilian's biography in the Catholic Online Saints Index.
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01/22/2006
