Eps 2: Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco
The podcast discusses the story of three children from Fatima, Portugal - Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco - who claimed to have witnessed multiple apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. The children were persecuted and faced disbelief from others, but their experiences ultimately led to the establishment of the shrine at Fatima and a global pilgrimage site. The story continues to inspire devotion and faith in many around the world.
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Willard Wilson
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During the first apparition, the lady asked the children to return to the same spot on the 13th of each month for six months. Word quickly spread about the sightings, and by the time of the third apparition, thousands of people had gathered at the site to witness the event. The lady revealed that she was the Lady of the Rosary and asked the children to pray the rosary daily for peace in the world and an end to World War I.
As news of the apparitions spread, the children faced skepticism and ridicule from both their families and the local authorities. They were even imprisoned and threatened with death if they did not recant their story. Despite the opposition, the children remained steadfast in their faith and continued to share the messages given to them by the lady.
The most famous of the apparitions occurred on October 13, 1917, when the lady revealed her identity as Our Lady of Fatima and performed a miracle witnessed by thousands of onlookers. The sun danced in the sky, changing colors and appearing to fall to the earth before returning to its place. This event, known as the Miracle of the Sun, solidified the children's story and drew even more attention to the events in Fatima.
Following the apparitions, Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco were visited by angels and continued to receive messages from the lady. They were given three secrets, which were eventually revealed to the public. The secrets included prophecies about the future of the world and the need for prayer and penance to avert disaster.
Tragically, both Jacinta and Francisco fell ill and died young from the Spanish flu pandemic that swept through Europe in 1919. Lucia, the sole survivor, became a nun and spent the rest of her life sharing the message of Fatima and serving as a spiritual advisor to those seeking guidance.
Today, Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco are venerated as saints by the Catholic Church, and Fatima has become a popular pilgrimage site visited by millions of people each year. The story of these three young children and their encounters with the Virgin Mary continues to inspire and challenge believers to pray, repent, and work for peace in the world.
In this podcast, we will explore the lives of Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco, their experiences at Fatima, and the lasting impact of their story on the world. We will delve into the messages given to them by the lady, the miracles they witnessed, and the challenges they faced as messengers of peace. Join us as we journey back in time to meet these humble children who became powerful witnesses to the faith and devotion to Our Lady of Fatima.