Six years ago, we had the blessing of visiting Fatima during the 100th anniversary year of Our Lady appearing there. See how the Basilica points Heavenward, reminding us of our final destination? As pilgrims, we make journeys that represent our progress through life.
The key is to remember that Heaven is our eternal home, and we journey thither. When we arrive, we will be welcomed by the Triune God, the sweet Virgin Mother, and all the angels and saints, who will rejoice!
"Lift up the eyes of thy soul and consider thine own country the heavenly paradise. On earth thou art only a stranger, an exile, a pilgrim. Therefore, as a pilgrim hastens home, where his beloved friends await him with great eagerness and loving expectation, so oughtest thou to hasten to that heavenly country where all desire most earnestly to see thee. From the depths of their hearts they are looking forward to thy happy coming, longing to welcome thee with love, to receive thee most courteously, and to admit thee into their joyful society for ever." ~ Blessed Henry Suso, O.P.
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