Cardinal Raymond Burke announced a nine-month novena to pray for the Church and seek intercession of the Virgin Mary as the world grapples with 'forces of sin.' The novena begins on March 12 and concludes on Dec. 12, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Key Points
Novena initiated by Cardinal Raymond Burke to address current challenges
Focus on seeking guidance and protection from Our Lady of Guadalupe
Long novena period of nine months with different themes each month
Pros
Seeking intercession of Virgin Mary for healing and guidance
Traditional religious practice to bring community together in prayer
Cons
Long commitment of nine months may deter some participants
Not all individuals may subscribe to the religious beliefs associated with the novena