What is a Marian Consecration?

It a personal vow when you dedicate yourself to Jesus through the Blessed Virgin Mary as a way to deepen the relationship with her and grow closer to Jesus. It is a voluntary act of devotion. It is a way to seek her motherly protection, guidance, and assistance on our spiritual journey towards God.

What is a private vow?

It is like making a personal promise to God or a saint. It’s a way to show your dedication to a specific part of your spiritual life and deepen your faith.

Which saint started this devotion?

In the 1660’s, St. Louis de Montfort introduced devotion to Mary during his missionary work in western France. “True Devotion to Mary,” emphasizes the advantages of consecrating oneself to Our Lady and provides a detailed outline on how to do so.

How does one prepare for this consecration?

Preparation is done through a 33-day preparation with a specific reflection and a set of prayers for each day.

Why is it 33 days?

It symbolizes Jesus’ 33 years on here on Earth.

Start January 9 to end on February 11, the feast of the Apparition at Lourdes

Start February 20 (or 21st in a leap year) to end on March 25, the feast of the Annunciation

Start April 10 to end on May 13, the feast of Our Lady of Fatima

Start April 21 to end on May 24, the feast of Mary, Help of Christians

Start April 28 to end on May 31, the feast of the Visitation

Start May 25 to end on June 27, the feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Start June 13 to end on July 16, the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Start July 13 to end on August 15, the feast of the Assumption

Start July 20 to end on August 22, the feast of the Queenship of Mary

Start August 6 to end on September 8, the feast of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary

Start August 10 to end on September 12, the feast of the Holy Name of Mary

Start August 13 to end on September 15, the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows

Start September 4 to end on October 7, the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

Start October 17 to end on November 19, the feast of Our Lady of Divine Providence

Start October 19 to end on November 21, the feast of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary

Start October 25 to end on November 27, the feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

Start November 5 to end on December 8, the feast of the Immaculate Conception

Start November 9 to end on December 12, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Start November 29 to end on January 1, the feast of Mary, Mother of God

Start December 31 to end on February 2, the feast of the Presentation of Our Lord

What do I do I need to do on the day of the consecration?

1. Pray the consecration prayer.
2. Attend Mass
3. Go to confession
4. Receive Holy Communion

What do I do if it is not possible to attend Mass and go to Confession?

If it is not possible, for some reason, make an act of contrition and a spiritual communion.

I have already made the act of consecration before, can I renew my vows?

Yes! One should consider renewing it every year by following the 33-day preparation.