Episode 356: What Does Jesus Have to Say to Us Today? Apparitions of Jesus — with Michael Lichens

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Michael Lichens, spokesperson for a new book by Wincenty Laszewski, published by Sophia Institute Press, which examines the apparitions of Jesus to mystics and visionaries throughout history.

The conversation explores how apparitions of Jesus brought hope to people imprisoned or sent to work camps, especially through the witness of Maria Teresa Carloni. Together, they discuss the recurring themes found in Jesus’ messages — with particular attention to suffering, redemptive suffering, and trust in Divine Mercy.

They also reflect on the types of prayers Jesus has requested, how the book helps jog our Catholic memory by rediscovering devotions and holy figures such as the Broken Arrow Prayer and St. Leopold Mandić, and whether Divine Mercy stands as one of the most significant modern devotions to Jesus.

The episode briefly touches on Venezuela, including Our Lady of Coromoto (17th century) and Betania (20th century), before addressing important questions:
How should the devotional lives of mystics shape our own spiritual lives? Are we meant to imitate their practices, or should we approach them with discernment? And why does Russia appear so frequently in discussions of private revelation?

A thoughtful conversation on what Jesus has already revealed — and what He may still be saying to us today.

Buy the book, The World of Jesus's Apparitions: https://sophiainstitute.com/?product=world-of-jesus-apparitions&oid=801&affid=203

Buy the book, The World of Mary's Apparitions: https://www.sojolk8trk.com/B72FJ8/FKPCX7/

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