Father Pat Magee - Patterson, N.J.

"God's mercy is here today, on Divine Mercy Sunday. I came to the Shrine to help the Marians with confessions. Thousands of people gave their confessions today. They turned to Christ, to His loving heart. He longs for us to long for Him. Conversions happened today. Graces touched people's hearts. God goes into their souls, and He brings about an awareness of His presence. It's an amazing thing when you come to realize that His peace is your life. Jesus I trust in You."

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