Fatima for TodayThough the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima took place almost a hundred years ago, Our Lady's call to prayer and penance for the salvation of souls and peace in the world is as relevant now as when first delivered to three Portuguese peasant children in 1917. At the peak of the First World War, Our Lady warned of another worldwide conflict, the rise and spread of Communism, and a terrible persecution of the Church unless people repented of their sins

and sacristies

Peters' faithful translation of the original Latin text of 1917

In this richly textured tale

questions for reflection

Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed)

Her canonization marked the first time that a professional group instigated the opening of a canonization cause of one of its own members

And confirmation in our practice of devotion

detailed accounts

Confession

His deep love for Christ is evident as he recounts his own upbringing in a devout Catholic family

A meaningful gift to inspire greater Eucharistic faith

She promised refuge in her Immaculate Heart to all who approach her—a promise extended