Israel is at war. Ukraine is at war. Within our own country there is serious ideological fighting that is resulting in assassination attempts. But, does man need to reach ‘rock bottom’ before he will ask God for help? For many, it appears so. This also follows the unmistakable pattern seen throughout the Old Testament. There, again and again, man insists on his own way rather than God’s way. We know how that ends! Today, however, grace is available to us. Not only do we have the sacraments making us into a new creation, but God sends his own Mother to encourage us! Let’s consider the encouragement that Our Lady offers in Medjugorje!