Fatima: The True Story
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A Great Sign From Heaven
The Marian apparitions at Fatima have not merely been approved by the Church: due to their prophetic nature, they have been given a place of prominence over all other apparitions. What did Our Lady really say? Why does Fatima continue to have such great importance for the Church and the world? Begin a journey that will help you understand Our Lady’s messages and let them transform the way you live out your faith.
What is the True Story of Our Lady of Fatima?
The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children in 1917 in Fatima, Portugal, on the 13th day of the month from May to October. The final apparition on October 13th concluded with the spectacular “Miracle of the Sun” and was witnessed by over 70,000 people. Although many Catholics have heard of Our Lady of Fatima, most do not know the incredible story in its entirety or its crucial importance in world history, the life of the Church, and our own eternal salvation.
Why This Apparition Matters To You
Over a century after the apparitions, Our Lady’s appearance at Fatima remains a event of the greatest importance in the life of the Church. Pope Francis, who dedicated his pontificate to Our Lady of Fatima, honored the centenary with a historic visit to the site of the Marian apparitions on May 13th, 2017. You can immerse yourself in the history and meaning of Fatima from your own home by participating in this 30-day series, which will present and explain the apparitions and show you how they apply to you and your family today.
We believe it is important for everyone to know the Fatima story, what it means, and how it has dramatically unfolded in history since the original event. In the words of Pope Benedict XVI: “We would be mistaken to think that Fatima’s prophetic mission is complete.” As you read, listen, and pray through this series, our goal is for you to practice your Catholic faith in a way that will be transformative for your whole life.
Series Contributors
Father Patrick Winslow
Fr. Patrick Winslow is a priest and canon lawyer for the Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina. Before entering the seminary, he was enrolled in a doctoral chemistry program at Georgia Tech, where he discerned a call to the priesthood through his childhood devotion to Our Lady of Fatima. He graduated in 1999 with an STB in Theology from Catholic University of America and was ordained to the priesthood. He went on to earn a JCL in Canon Law at Catholic University of America in 2012. Fr. Winslow has gained popularity through his DVD lectures with the Catholic Scripture Study International program. He currently serves as the vicar general and chancellor of the Diocese of Charlotte.
Gretchen Filz, O.P.
Gretchen Filz, O.P., is a Catholic content writer with an M.A. in Christian Apologetics. As a result of her studies in theology and philosophy at an Evangelical seminary, she discovered the truth of Catholicism and entered into full communion with the Catholic Church in 2011. A passionate convert and Lay Dominican, Gretchen lives out her vocation through prayer, study, teaching, writing, and engaging in a variety of apostolates. Her articles have provided catechesis and inspiration for Catholics around the world. She currently works in the Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina.
150 Reviews
This was an absolutely wonderful series which I thoroughly enjoyed and found spiritually uplifting. I hope to share it with others. Hey God continue to richly bless you in His unfathomable Divine Mercy!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this series with us! It has truly touched me and now I want so much to try to pray a rosary every day and grow even closer to Our Lady!!!!! I feel sad that it’s over!!
I have gained so much from this series. I hope my love for the rosary will continue to grow. The three young children are amazing roll models for their devotion to their prayer life.
This series was awesome! I’m nearly 63 and knew the story but not in this much detail! I didn’t know about the angel prior to the Blessed Mother’s visit. It also amazed me of the similarities between 1917 & 2017. Thank you for bringing me closer to the Trinity and Our Blessed Mother.
Loved the series…very enlightening. Loved the 4 parts to it..the history, video, rosary and novena. I would like more series like this to learn more about the Saints and Marian visitations.
I found this series very informative, inspiring and
humbling. I was inspired to spend this time
meditating and praying on a daily basis, mid-day
instead of only the mornings and evening.
Thank you for providing it,
Well Done. Thank you.
The whole series was very, very nicely done. It was both informative and inspirational. The detailed stories of the children and all they had to endure was mostly new to me, a cradle Catholic. Most importantly, you revealed to me, in detail, the words of our Lady, which we need to take seriously. Thank you so much for doing such a great job!
Thank you for following up as I was going to send you an email to express my appreciation for being invited to participate in this Novena. I was familiar with the Fatima story but this Novena went well beyond anything I expected The historical, scriptural background that was provided was very informative .More importantly ,Lucia’s account of Mary’s message especially the impact of making the Rosary an integral part of one’s prayer life was of immeasurable value to me. I have a new appreciation of the importance of the Fatima message and with God’s grace will be able to stay faithful to honoring Mary. One last comment, I can’t tell you much I enjoyed Father Winslow’s commentaries They were insightful and conveyed the seriousness of our responsibility to respond to the challenges of Mary’s message
I thoroughly enjoyed the 30 day Fatima series and experienced some wake up calls and new energy for saying the rosary every day. I feel spiritually enriched. It was so well done and presented in a capturing way. Thank you so very much for all the good work and time that went into developing this EXCELLENT course.
I found the series very informative and interesting. I am a 77 year old female and a Catholic, having been brought up educated in the public schools and receiving catechism lessons up until my confirmation. If I ever learned any of these things or even heard of them at weekly mass I do not remember them. I am ashamed to say that I am just now learning of my Catholic Faith, and enjoying self study and occasional Bible studies at my church-
Thank you for the opportunity to read about Our Lady of Fatima over the past 30 days. I liked the series, but had wished there were more prayers and meditations rather than history ? although I realize the history is very important.