I apologize to my regular readers for my extended absence. My graduate studies have been very demanding. (Often, I would muse that I was imitating St. Ambrose's sister Marcellina, a consecrated virgin of the Patristic era who was so dedicated to fasting, prayer, and study that St. Ambrose once wrote to her: "...your sleep is on your book." (see Concerning Virginity, book III, chapter 4.)
Recently, my upcoming consecration made it into my diocesan newspaper. You can read the article here. I think it was very well-written; I was so glad to see how the author showed such a genuine appreciation for the importance of prayer, especially prayer in the life of a consecrated virgin.
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Dear aspiring consecrated virgin!
In these last days before your consecration, I really pray for you and your way to HIM. When I think of the time before my consecration last July, I still fell joy and peace - and just happiness... *sigh*
United in HIM we remain sisters in Christ, forever and ever!
I´ll think of you! And pray!
Dear consecrated-virgin-to-be, you are very much in my heart and prayers right now as the day of your blessed consecration draws near. I've been a consecrated virgin for almost 5 years, and every day my joy in HIM increases. I ask our dear Beloved Lord to give you the same abundant joy as you become His bride forever!
This is the day you become HIS bride! Enjoy it! Congtatulations!
*pray*
United in HIM!
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