Our Lady's Message to Three Shepherd Children and the World

Product Description In this warm retelling of the story of Our Lady of Fatima, Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle unfolds vividly before the eyes of children the mysterious radiant holy Lady who suddenly appeared to three peasant farm children in Portugal. At a tumultuous time when the First World War was at its height and Portuguese farm families were devastated by the horrors of the Great War, miraculous events mysteriously occurred in 1916 and again in 1917 in an obscure little agricultural hamlet in Portugal. As Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta were grazing their flock of sheep, a great white Angel emerged, preparing the little shepherds' hearts and souls for what was to come. Soon, the Queen of Heaven appeared over a little holm oak tree, bringing many graces and important messages about penance, prayer, and peace. She even performed a miracle—the Great Miracle of the Sun – to prove her message was from Heaven, a message that would wake up the sleepy village and ultimately change the world! In reading this beautifully-illustrated chapter book, children will walk in the footsteps of Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta and will be led to ponder Our Lady's message and how it should be applied to their own prayer lives. Award-winning author and journalist, catechist, and EWTN television host Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle's love for children and family shines through these pages. A master storyteller, she now presents this authentic book which reads like a page-turning novel for children ages seven to one hundred and seven. Review "Our Lady's Message is an incredible book! Donna-Marie paints a soul-stirring portrait of the Fatima apparitions that speaks directly to the heart of the reader. Filled with remarkable insights and beautiful storytelling, Our Lady's Message is an engaging, inspiring, and deeply moving look at how the encounter with Our Blessed Mother can truly change your life. Like a fine wine this book should be sipped slowly and savored, most especially in the presence of our Eucharistic Lord in Adoration." Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers Author, Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality"Our Lady's Message to Three Shepherd Children and the World is a special gift for the 100th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima and beyond. It is a treasure for children and is sure to help them experience Our Lady's message." Fr. Andrew Apostoli, C.F.R. Co-founder of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, EWTN television Host of Sunday Night Prime"In Donna-Marie's book Our Lady's Message to Three Shepherd Children and the World she has put together the message of Fatima with the significant events that followed - in a way that is suitable for children and adults too. The illustrations are beautifully done and the meditations titled "Something to Think About" will help children and young people not only to learn the message of Fatima, but more importantly, to live it." Fr. Joseph M. Wolfe, M.F.V.A. EWTN Chaplain"Donna-Marie's Our Lady's Message to Three Shepherd Children and the World is a treasure for all children - young and old alike! With gentle inspirations and lovely illustrations, she tells the story of Fatima so that little ones will not only learn from it, but will be enchanted by it. Oh, to be a child again and to receive this beautiful book in my small, eager hands! With genius and tenderness, the author draws children into the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the message and meaning of Fatima. Well done!" Marge Fenelon Speaker and author of Our Lady, Undoer of Knots: A Living Novena"Our Lady's Message to Three Shepherd Children and the World is a great easy read, while at the same time very substantial and filled with challenges to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima's apparitions! I highly recommend this book not just for children, but for all adults as well. Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us! Fr. Miguel Marie Soeherman, M.F.V.A. --Personal Endorsements

• By: Ann Engelhart, Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle
• Pages: 240
• Format: Hardback