Today we start the novena to Our Lady of Fatima, counting down the nine days to the 98th anniversary of Her first appearance to three children. As many contemplate the messages of Fatima, while referring to the miracle as an affirmation of the messages, what may be lost is that the miracle is a message in and of itself. Let us consider three basic elements of the miracle at Fatima, Portugal on October 13, 1917.Most Catholics know the story well. Throughout the night of October 12 and all … [Read more...]