Month #7: Heroic Patience

September 25-October 24

"Not one of us can say that we are patient at all times, in all places, and in all circumstances. This is unlike Mary, who manifested remarkable patience. We must not think of patience as just waiting for something to take place; it is more trusting in God's providence in all matters, that He has ordained events to unfold in our lives in a certain manner (and yes, at a certain time) according to His holy will. Consider her pregnancy, traveling the long trek to Bethlehem and then being rejected - what great patience! Losing the Child Jesus when He was twelve years of age for three long days before finding Him in the Temple - another manifestation of heroic patience! Most especially, in accompanying Jesus in His passion leading up to His brutal crucifixion and death, Mary manifested unequaled patience! She always trusted in God's plan. When our patience is put to the test, let us call out to Mary for her assistance. She will never fail us!" Fr. Ed Broom

Hello Friends! During this retreat, we will pray for the grace to grow in the virtue of patience by reflecting on a small quote or bible verse. At the end of each reflection, we simply ask Our Lady to make us more like her by praying a Hail Mary for an increase in the virtue of patience.

The quotes/images for this retreat run parallel to the 9-month Impossible Novena; however, the Impossible Novena Retreat contains the Impossible Novena prayer, rather than the prayer for a specific virtue. This means that you may join one, some, many, or even ALL of our retreats! We are here to meet you wherever you are in your prayer life and spiritual journey in a way that is simple yet meaningful.

Growing in virtue takes not only time and training, but tons of grace. Together, let's take baby steps to grow in holiness, so that we may find the path closest to Christ by following in the footsteps of Our Blessed Mother.

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