Turn to any page of St. Faustina’s Diary, and you find spiritual gems. Marc Massery, a staff writer for the Marian Fathers at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy, reflects on one such gem:All [the power of sacrifice] rests in the will, and so these contrary feelings, far from lowering the value of the sacrifice in My eyes, will enhance it. Know that your body and soul will often be in the midst of fire. Although you will not feel My presence on some occasions, I will always be with you. Do not fear; My grace will be with you.… (1767) #DiscoveringTheDiary #SaintFaustina

Father Anthony warns against judging others and encourages self-reflection, reminding us to transform our thoughts, focus on our own shortcomings, and treat others with the understanding and mercy we desire for ourselves.

Forty-eight times in St. Faustina's Diary, Jesus tells St. Faustina not to be afraid. That's right. We counted.