The greatness of a man lies not in a multitude of achievements, even in God’s name, but in the union reached with God, traversing that difficult course especially with the theological virtue of hope. And faith buoyed by hope takes us toward the ultimate goal of charity, in comprehending the true role of Jesus as the Son of God, by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Pope Francis’ consecration of Ukraine and Russia may yet usher in a much-needed era of peace promised by the Blessed Virgin at Fatima.
While popes in the past have performed the consecration stipulated by Our Lady at Fatima to varying degrees, Pope Francis’ forthcoming consecration comes the closest to meeting the specifics of the Blessed Mother’s request and may prove fortuitous.