33 Days to Merciful Love: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration Kindle Edition

Having read Fr. Gaitley's "Consoling The Heart Of Jesus" and his "33 Days To Morning Glory", a Marian Consecration book based on the thought of St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. John Paul II, and Blessed (soon to be St.) Teresa of Calcutta, I was excited to see that he had taken up the subject of a Consecration to Divine Mercy based largely on St. Therese's "Offering To Merciful Love" with a little bit of St. Faustina added.Today is Divine Mercy Sunday. I made Fr. Gaitley's "Prayer of Consecration to Merciful Love" on pages 134 and 135 and renewed my "Offering to Merciful Love" in the words of the Little Flower, on pages 135 and 136, which I first made on June 9, 1995, the 100th anniversary of Therese first making the Consecration. This book can best be summarized by some words on pages 55-57:"[T]he Little Way is all about the heart of the Gospel: Divine Mercy. It's all about remaining little and then arriving at the heights of holiness through the descending mercy of Jesus. ... It's about accepting that we are to put up with ourselves - with all the darkness of our weakness, brokenness, and sin, - without getting discouraged. It's recognizing, without giving up, that some struggles are chronic. It's realizing, without despairing, that they may be with us till our dying day. But it's also about realizing that this does not prevent us from becoming saints."I particularly liked and lingered on days 2 thru 7, which are about the importance of faith (trust) and the great faith and trust of our Mother in Faith, Mary, and our Father in Faith, Abraham. They believed God's promises would be fulfilled despite how humanly impossible those promises seemed. However little Faith one has had, however greatly one has sinned, one should never despair of God's Merciful Love as St. Therese tells us:"[E]ven though I had on my conscience all the sins that can be committed, I would go, my heart broken with sorrow, and throw myself into Jesus' arms, for I know how much He loves the prodigal child who returns to Him." (PP. 54,55)And St. Faustina:"Let our judgment of souls cease, for God's mercy upon them is extraordinary. ... Oh, how beyond comprehension is God's mercy! ... God's mercy sometimes touches the sinner at the last moment in a wondrous and mysterious way." (PP. 192, 193)

I am usually not a person who likes novenas or consecrations...but this was recommended by a close friend in faith and I felt inspired to take it up and I am deeply grateful I did. Although I have read other books about St. Therese I was not able to understand her too well let alone how to practice her "Little Way" in a genuine manner. I am amazed by the journey Fr. Gaitley took me through the Gospels, the heart of man and the Sacred Heart. It helped me become open to my sins and weaknesses, joyful in receiving God's merciful love and able to love others more easily and empathetically. I have and will continue to recommend these to many for years...

The daily readings are very short and very readable. Completely doable every day. This was such a game changer for me, and has completely changed my life. I guess I didn't really understand divine mercy before reading this book. I love this book and will read it many times. This should be read by everyone but especially every catholic. Can't recommend enough I have read many of his books and he truly is doing Gods work writing these. I strongly suggest reading Consoling the Heart of Jesus also as it gives you deeper info on the topic.

I have read "33 Days to Morning Glory" several times and have even done the consecration process with groups at my parish. I attended Fr. Gaitley's retreat on "Mary and Mercy" and at the time, he asked us to pray that he may complete this particular book. Boy, were my prayers answered! I am only on Day 11 and am finding so much comfort and inspiration in these words!! I am so grateful that Fr. Gaitley writes books such as this for us 'little souls' who try to be holy, but are often discouraged by our falls and faults. This read is making this Lenten season particularly meaningful. I highly recommend this book, especially if you love the Little Flower.

You can't ever deserve sainthood or earn your way into heaven. But, in this easy to read self directed 33 day retreat you will discover, in just a small amount of time each day, how God will do just that for you, and work through you to do the same for others. As a Catholic permanent deacon, insurance agent, prison chaplain, and grandfather I find time for prayer is hard to come by. This worked even with my hectic schedule. It is suggested, but not required that you time this 33 day journey so that the 33rd day coincides with a feast day in honor of our Lord or the Blessed Mother.

This book is a book that will highlight your spirituality. You will be given tools to grow in Gods Divine love and mercy. This book is for everyone. From those of us who feel like I got this to those of us who are looking for answers as to why things happen. Gear up, relax, and find the time to read this book. the blessings you will receive will be your personal journey to tell others your way. Looking forward to your review in print.

Perhaps nowhere is there proof that the Catholic Church is changing theater and profound belief in Jesus ' love for each one of us, no mAtter the gravity of our sins than in this profound little book written about the life and memoirs of Sister Faustina and Her Little Way.. If you are Catholic and plagued with a sense of unrelenting guilt, as so many of us are, then you must read this book. Now is the time of God's great Mercy.All one has to do disbelieve and have faith in God's great love and mercy for each of us. Change the way you view God, the church, and yourself today. You must read this book today.

Encourage me to receive God's merciful love more fully and challenged me to approach situations and people with merciful love as well. It was simple yet transforming. It is amazing how much growth can occur by reading 3 to 5 minutes a day and then pondering. Wow!!

This book has helped me immensely. I recommend it very very highly!

Can't recommend this 33 day retreat enough. I found it to be very fruitful and inspiring. It is easy to read each day and I like that it is always straight to the point and the daily prayers so short.

Concise and easy to read very uplifting

Very good

Very Beautiful