Expert: Fr. Michael - 6/17/2006

Question
Dear The Fathers,

I have read about surrendering our life to Mother Mary. Can you explain what this means? Difficult to understand for me how can I give my life to Mother Mary. Because my life is not an object like a pencil that I can hold. My life is a sequence of various activities. How canI give those activities to Her?

Thank you.

Answer
You are probably referring to the Consecration to Mary described by St. Louis Montfort.  There are many methods of Catholic devotion, and one should be very careful before going in any particular direction to the exclusion of others.  You should consult with your traditional confessor/spiritual advisor on this matter.  If you do not have one, check the Official Traditional Catholic Directory at 800-288-4677 or http://www.iuniverse.com/bookstore/book_detail.asp?isbn=0-595-36834-4