The Immaculata at St Marys, Kansas was consecrated on May 3,2023. It is the largest church built by the SSPX (Society of Saint Pius X). We watched the consecration online and were grateful to witness such an amazing experience.
We weren’t just impressed by the physical aspect of the church but also by its history and the dedication and perseverance of the faithful.
The consecration of the altar was pretty amazing. I have never seen anything like it in my lifetime and probably never will again. The number of Catholic Churches around the world is declining; I wished it was the opposite though.
Bishop Fellay’s sermon on the consecration of the church was also inspiring. He spoke about how this consecration is a manifestation of the faithful. He also expressed the sentiment that the current world around us is a nightmare, but this consecration serves as a beacon of hope of our faith.
It is easy to get distracted from the faith these days. It feels as though every time you turn around, there’s another news story scandalizing the faithful. The Immaculata provided a glimpse of hope for me and reminds me that I am not alone, God is with us.
If you have not heard of The Immaculata, please visit their website to watch the building of the church and its consecration. It is well worth the time.
Please say a prayer for me, and thanks for reading.