27 The Association is a spiritual benefit society. The prayers, apostolic works, and financial assistance of members benefit the Marians’ ministries around the world. Meanwhile, members share in the spiritual benefits of daily Mass, prayers, and penances as associated members of our religious community. Our Lady of Mercy Oratory, located at the west end of the Marian Helpers Center, offers Holy Mass and Eucharistic Adoration on weekdays for employees and visitors to Eden Hill. Next to the Oratory is the Candle Shrine, where more than 2,500 votive candles are lit for the intentions of those who call or write to the Marian Fathers. Pilgrims are also welcome to light a candle here. The candles burn like sentinels, keeping watch over the donors’ intentions before God. Some members of the Association also belong to the Friends of Mercy or Thirteenth of the Month clubs, or the Holy Souls Sodality — specially formed unions of prayer that have a particular devotion to either Divine Mercy, Mary, or the souls in Purgatory. If you would like to receive special graces by becoming a member of the Association of Marian Helpers and join in its mission, please call 1-800-462-7426 or visit TheDivineMercy.org/join.
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