Father Joe discusses the wonderful prayer given to the Fatima children by an angel in preparation for Our Lady's apparitions. We need to know God and believe in Him, so that we can adore Him and love Him. That's the whole purpose of our lives.

Saint Bernadette was born into a loving family that lived at a mill until they fell on hard times. She was a small girl but was loved dearly and she was brought up in the faith. Learn more about her upbringing as we continue our virtual Marian pilgrimage with Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC.The beautifully photographed book "France: A Pilgrimage with Mary" is now available at ShopMercy.org

Lucia's simple country home reminds Father Joe of St. Faustina's home. Both young girls received a beautiful formation from their loving family, encouraged by their parents in their faith as preparation for whatever God had in store for them.