How the Church Tests Marian Apparitions | Medjugorje, Lourdes & Discernment

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Can every reported Marian apparition be trusted? In this conference, we examine how the Catholic Church evaluates claims of private revelation through Scripture, Sacred Tradition, the writings of the saints, and the authority Christ entrusted to His Church. Beginning with the events surrounding Lourdes in 1858, this talk explores why false apparitions often arise alongside authentic ones and why discernment is essential for every Catholic. Drawing upon statements from bishops, the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, St. Francis de Sales, St. Ignatius of Loyola, and Sacred Scripture, this presentation explains the true criteria for judging alleged supernatural events—not merely extraordinary claims, emotional experiences, or outward religious practices, but the authentic fruits of the Holy Spirit, fidelity to Catholic doctrine, and obedience to legitimate Church authority. Topics include: • The authentic apparitions at Lourdes • The rise of false apparitions after Lourdes • Why bishops have the duty to judge alleged revelations • Medjugorje and episcopal investigations • The twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit • Peace, charity, faith, chastity, and obedience • False prophets and deceptive signs • Why God permits deception • St. Ignatius on the discernment of spirits • The danger of placing words into Our Lady's mouth • The authority of the Catholic Church in judging private revelation Catholics are reminded that no private revelation—even an approved one—is part of the Deposit of Faith. Authentic devotion always leads souls into greater obedience to Christ and His Church. "Give peace, O Lord, to those who have hoped in You." 00:00 Opening Prayer (Hail Mary) 00:27 Introit of the Mass: "Give Peace, O Lord..." 00:51 Lourdes and the Apparitions of 1858 01:41 Rise of False Apparitions 03:05 Bishops Judge Alleged Apparitions 04:07 Bishop of Mostar Speaks 05:23 Cardinal Giovanni and the CDF 07:05 The Church's Duty to Judge Private Revelations 07:58 The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit 09:02 Why External Practices Alone Are Not Proof 10:13 Peace, Charity, and Division 11:45 Attacks on Bishops and Church Authority 13:03 False Teachings and Salvation 14:35 Catholic Doctrine and Extraordinary Claims 16:06 St. Francis de Sales on Extraordinary Missions 17:06 Deception, Lies, and False Defenses 18:34 Why God Permits Deception 20:18 St. Ignatius on the Angel of Light 21:22 Distraction from Authentic Marian Devotion 23:07 Putting Words into Our Lady's Mouth 24:02 Scripture's Warning Against Deception 25:20 The Church's Authority Summarized 26:10 Guarding Against the Operation of Error 26:33 Closing Prayer Please remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest's soul. 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Support Catholic Businesses here - https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ Sensus Fidelium Press - https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ Sensus Fidelium Apps - https://sensusfidelium.tv/ Support Sensus Fidelium - https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 #Catholic #MarianApparitions #Medjugorje #Lourdes #PrivateRevelation #Discernment #CatholicChurch #OurLady #TraditionalCatholic #SpiritualWarfare #CatholicTeaching #SensusFidelium #FrRipperger #Fatima #BlessedVirginMary

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