Preparation for Consecration (Gray Book) Video

Whether you read True Devotion or Secret of Mary, we recommend that no one performs the Preparation for Consecration without having at least read one (or both) of these writings (TD or SM). Fr. Hugh Gillespie, SMM preaches the teachings of St. Louis de Montfort. Fr. Hugh states that it makes little sense to perform this Consecration approach without having the spiritual understanding of either of the writings. According to Fr. de Montfort, one’s Spiritual Life will be dramatically impacted by making the Act of Total Consecration. Understanding the spiritual topics covered within either of the writings is a precursor requirement to the Preparation Series.

This video series is to be used in tandem with performing the 33 day spiritual readings and exercises outlined in the Gray Book. The 33 day period is broken into two movements states Fr. Hugh. The first is Emptying Oneself of the Spirit of the World. The second is Filling Oneself with the Spirit of Our Lord Jesus. This is accomplished in three steps: Knowledge of Self, Knowledge of Mary and Knowledge of Jesus. What this means and how it influences the Preparation is explained by Fr. Hugh.

The video (chapter) titles mirror the structure of the Preparation Series (see below for recommended viewing schedule). While it is possible to perform the activities within the Gray Book without viewing the video series, we believe that the video provides spiritual insights and guidance for each of the movements and steps making the preparation more rewarding on your spiritual journey.