Nancy Pelletier
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Hi, guys —
- Can a lay person write a consecration prayer for the world and offer it to Mary?
Nancy
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Can a lay person write a consecration prayer for the world and offer it to Mary? }
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Paul replied:
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Hello Nancy,
I suppose they could, as lay people can offer any petition to God through Mary, however, I wouldn't expect it to have the same authority as the Church (as a whole) offering it through the popes, as has been done in the past.
Peace,
Paul
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Nancy replied:
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Paul,
Thank-you for answering so quickly.
Those were my feelings as well but I wanted to make sure.
Bless you and have a Holy and Blessed Christmas.
Nancy
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Bob replied:
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Nancy,
Yes, however, in order for it to be considered approved it would have to be approved by the Church, (at least a Bishop) so, without that, it becomes a simply a private devotion, which anyone is free to use if they feel it is of value and it doesn't contradict Church teaching.
Peace,
Bob Kirby
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Nancy replied:
Thank you for the clarification Bob,
Nancy
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