Project Guadalupe 2031: Are you in?

I recently became aware of Archbishop Cordileone’s Project Guadalupe 2031. And I love it! I have long had a devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, and am fortunate to have visited in 2005, which was actually before I was a practicing Catholic. I believe it planted some seeds, though I was oblivious at the time. I think the draw for me is both the beauty and story of the apparition - and the results, millions of conversions - as well as her role as “Patroness of Americas.” She is a powerful intercessor.

Background on the project: in honor of the 500-year anniversary in 2031 of the appearance of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Archbishop C. and the Benedict XVI Institute launched this three-pronged initiative to celebrate. The three prongs are celebrations of Frank La Rocca's Mass of the Americas, with a focus on Cathedrals and parishes dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe; a conference and book (dates to be announced); and a home enthronement initiative for Our Lady of Guadalupe (you can read about my own experience with home enthronement here).

It would be wonderful to attend one of the Masses, and even the conference, though for most people home enthronement may be the most realistic option. There is no doubt there will be great good that comes of this initiative, as there is any time people come together to honor the Blessed Mother, which is essentially the same thing as “Where two or more are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” (Matthew 18:20)

Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us, pray for the Americas, and especially for the United States! Jesus, I trust in you.