This Image of the Merciful Jesus is Located in the Narthex of Our Church
The image is based on the writings of Saint Faustina, a Polish Nun who wrote a diary recording revelations she received about God’s mercy. The image originated from a vision she had on February 22, 1931. “… Jesus said to me, Paint an image according to the pattern you see, with the signature: Jesus, I trust in You. I desire that this image be venerated, first in your chapel, and then throughout the world.”
“The two rays denote Blood and Water. The pale ray stands for Water, which makes the soul righteous. The red ray stands for the Blood, which is the life of souls. These two rays issued forth from the very depths of My tender mercy, when My agonizing Heart was opened by a lance on the Cross. These rays shield souls from the wrath of My Father. Happy is the one who will dwell in their shelter, for the just hand of God shall not lay hold of him.”
“I promise that the soul that will venerate this image will not perish. I also promise victory over enemies already here on earth, especially at the hour of death. I, Myself, will defend it as My own glory.”
“I want the image to be solemnly blessed on the first Sunday after Easter, and I want it to be venerated publicly so that every soul may know about it.”
For more information please note:
The Rosary/Divine Mercy prayer group recites the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Mon. – Sat.) at 7:10 a.m. – 50 minutes prior to the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Contact Maria Desa at 239-529-7611 or Carol Swank at 757-559-4761. Divine Mercy materials are available in our Divine Gift Boutique. Contact Holly Violaris at [email protected].