DioKnox Marian Consecration

The Young Adult Ministry Office is inviting you to participate in a Marian consecration, 33 days of prayer and preparation followed by placing trust in the guidance, protection, and intersession of Mary. Sign up as an individual or group at the bottom of the page to receive resources and weekly recaps/encouragement. A celebration of the consecration will be held Thursday, Nov. 21.

What is Marian Consecration?
When something is consecrated that means it has been set apart from the rest of the world to be used for God. To be consecrated to Mary means that we willingly set ourselves apart from the world so that Mary can bring us closer to Jesus. It is an offering of the whole self to Mary so that we may be set apart for the glory of Christ’s Kingdom. In this consecration we say, “Mary, I offer my whole self to you. Help me to help you bring Christ into the world.” By consecration, we trust that she will guide, protect, and intercede for us. In short, this is a plea that Mary will take us straight to Jesus. 

Why should I consecrate myself to Mary?
St. Louis de Montfort said: “Mary is the fruitful Virgin, and in all the souls in which she comes to dwell she causes to flourish purity of heart and body, rightness of intention and abundance of good works. Do not imagine that Mary, the most fruitful of creatures who gave birth to a God, remains barren in a faithful soul. It will be she who makes the soul live incessantly for Jesus Christ, and will make Jesus live in the soul.”

VIDEO: Franciscan Friars of the Renewal Father Mark Mary and Father Malachi discuss consecration to Mary.

For those who work in ministry (whether that be small group leader, YA group leader, social media specialist, etc.), Marian consecration is especially important because 1. we imitate her in leading others to Jesus, 2. she will protect us from evil, and 3. if we ask her she will lend us her perfect heart.

How do I prepare?
There are two main paths of preparation for Marian consecration: 33 Days to Morning Glory (Father Michael Gaitley), and Total Consecration (St. Louis de Montfort). Both are a 33-day devotional book that prepares you for the consecration day. 

• 33 Days to Morning Glory is great for your first consecration. He explains consecration as you go. It is easy to follow and very encouraging!
• Total Consecration by St. Louis is more intense than Morning Glory. This is a great book for those who have done a Marian Consecration before and are looking to deepen their devotion.

Logistics for DioKnox Young Adult consecration:

• Each day you will read the book on your own.
• Each Sunday, check your email for a summary of the consecration for the week and encouragement going into the next week!  (When the time gets closer, there will be a GroupMe for you to join for encouragement, fruits, and insights from the consecration preparation. 
• On the day of consecration (Nov. 21), there will have a special celebration for all who are able to attend. More info to come!

If you would like to join in this consecration, please fill out one of these GoogleForms: 
For individual sign up: https://forms.gle/AWjJRVwgP95BfTSW6  
For group sign up: https://forms.gle/MhAZAyUW9JvHotYL6