Fall-Winter 2013-2014

F eatures 8 St. Faustina live drama tours nation Maria Vargo stars in Faustina: Messenger of Divine Mercy. by C hris S parks 12 Thank you! Look at what we, the Marians and Helpers, are accomplishing together. by F r . J oseph , MIC 24 A matter of trust On the 75th anniver- sary of her death, we look at St. Faustina’s greatest legacy. by F elix C arroll 26 The woman of our dreams Discover why Mary is the perfect mother, daughter, and spouse. by F r . D onald H. C alloway , MIC 30 Praying for the Holy Souls Father Dan Cambra, MIC, talks about his practices. by A ndrew L eeco 33 Potential for 1.5 million saints Initiative aims to bring many Spanish speakers to Jesus through Mary. by C hris S parks 36 Gratitude for a ‘mercy multiplier’ Dedicated executive director leaves a legacy of mercy. by F elix C arroll AMH D irector /P ublisher Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC “Father Joseph, MIC” E xecutive E ditor David Came S r . D esigner /A ssociate E ditor Andrew Leeco A ssistant E ditor /W riter Chris Sparks W riter /P hotographer Felix Carroll AMH G eneral P romoter Br. Andrew R. M à czy ƒ ski, MIC M arian H elper ­ M ission S tatement M arian H elper is intended to serve members of the Association of Marian Helpers (AMH), a spiritual benefit society of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The magazine seeks to provide spiritual nourishment, education about the Catholic faith, and information about the mission and good works of the Marians. It also provides information about Association services and presents opportunities to support the mission and good works of the Congregation. M arian H elper is published quarterly by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. It is sent free of charge to active members of the Association. Printed in the USA with ecclesiastical approval. Copyright © 2013 Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M. All rights reserved. Send all correspondence to: Association of Marian Helpers, Editorial Dept., Eden Hill, Stockbridge, MA 01263.  e-mail: [email protected] w ebsite: www.marian.org I n s i d e Vol. 68, No. 3-4 Fall/Winter 2013 D epartments 4 Father Joseph Writes Director discusses stewardship, thanks Helpers for prayers and support. 5 Father Joseph’s Mailbox Marian Helpers share what supporting the Marians means to them. 6 Father Joseph’s Bookshelf Director reviews Mercy’s Gaze and Francis: Pope of a New World . 7 Ask a Marian Father Joe Roesch, MIC, answers your questions. 10 Marian News Brother Chris Alar, MIC, makes final vows; is ordained a deacon. by C hris S parks 11 Apostolate News Institute launches first online Divine Mercy course. 40 Graces Received Answers to prayers through the intercession of Blessed George. 41 Outstanding Helpers Honoring a Helper who left a special legacy. by E llen M iller 44 Between Us Working together to renew Halloween. by a H elper and a M arian N C D C THE On the cover: Gathered on the steps of the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Mass., the Marians in the United States express their gratitude to the Marian Helpers for supporting them in their mission. Photo by Felix Carroll. Expanded Edition Photo credits for cover story: Felix Carroll; MPT; Br. Michael Baker, MIC; Fr. Jim McCormack, MIC; and The Associated Press.