Immaculée Ilibagiza is a living example of faith in action, whose life was dramatically transformed during the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Huddled in a small bathroom for 91 days with seven other women, she emerged from unimaginable horror to find her family murdered. Having survived the genocide, Immaculée became a leading global voice on peace, faith, and forgiveness. She now dedicates her life to sharing her universal message and fostering hope.
The book introduces the rosary of the seven sorrows, emphasizing its significance as taught by Mary, who urged its global dissemination during her 1980s apparitions in Kibeho, Rwanda. Immaculée Ilibagiza provides guidance on how to pray this rosary, detailing its promises and sharing transformative real-life stories of healing from serious ailments and personal struggles. Readers are encouraged to embrace this prayer for wisdom, strength, and forgiveness, while also exploring the blessings it can bring to various aspects of life.
Discover how to pray The Rosary of the Seven Sorrows for greater wisdom, strength and forgiveness. In this new book by New York Times bestselling author Immaculée Ilibagiza, you will rediscover this important message from Mary. Mary wanted the whole world to know the seven sorrows rosary, and Immaculée not only shares it, but explains Mary's specific teachings for how to pray it, as well as offers the promises attached to the prayers. The Rosary of the Seven Sorrows dates back to the Middle Ages, but it gained new popularity following the sightings of the Blessed Virgin Mary that occurred in the 1980s in Kibeho, Rwanda. During these sightings, which were approved by the Vatican, Mary asked that this special rosary be introduced to the world. It was spread widely to thousands of people, who then taught it to thousands more. Immaculée reveals incredible real-life stories from people who have been healed through this prayer. These miracles include healing of addictions and healing of 'incurable' illnesses. Besides those miracles, there are many other everyday blessings to be had, including inner peace, healthier marriages, happier careers and more.
Immaculee Ilibagiza grew up in a country she loved, surrounded by a family she cherished. But in 1994 her idyllic world was ripped apart as Rwanda descended into a bloody genocide. Immaculee’s family was brutally murdered during a killing spree that lasted three months and claimed the lives of nearly a million Rwandans. Incredibly, Immaculee survived the slaughter. For 91 days, she and seven other women huddled silently together in the cramped bathroom of a local pastor while hundreds of machete-wielding killers hunted for them. It was during those endless hours of unspeakable terror that Immaculee discovered the power of prayer, eventually shedding her fear of death and forging a profound and lasting relationship with God. She emerged from her bathroom hideout having discovered the meaning of truly unconditional love—a love so strong she was able seek out and forgive her family’s killers. The triumphant story of this remarkable young woman’s journey through the darkness of genocide will inspire anyone whose life has been touched by fear, suffering, and loss.
Reveals how the rosary's blessings can be reaped by each and every one of us.
This book recounts author's personal experience of discovering the power and
the beauty of the ancient beads - and shows us how to enrich our own lives by
exploring and embracing the mysteries, secrets, and promises of the prayer
that became her lifeline to heaven.
"It's the greatest story never told: that of a boy who met Jesus and dared to ask Him all the questions that have consumed mankind since the dawn of time. His name was Segatashya. He was a shepherd born into a penniless and illiterate pagan family in the most remote region of Rwanda. He never attended school, never saw a bible, and never set foot in a church. Then one summer day in 1982 while the 15-year-old was resting beneath a shade tree, Jesus Christ paid him a visit. Jesus asked the startled young man if he'd be willing to go on a mission to remind mankind how to live a life that leads to heaven. Segatashya accepted the assignment on one condition: that Jesus answer all his questions-and all the questions of those he met on his travels-about faith, religion, the purpose of life, and the nature of heaven and hell. Jesus agreed to the boy's terms, and Segatashya set off on what would become one of the most miraculous journeys in modern history. Although he was often accused of being a charlatan and beaten as a result, Segatashya's innocent heart and powerful spiritual wisdom quickly won over even the most cynical of critics. Soon, this teenage boy who had never learned to read or write was discussing theology with leading biblical scholars and advising pastors and priests of all denominations. He became so famous in Rwanda that the Catholic Church investigated his story. The doctors and psychiatrists who examined Segatashya all agreed that they were witnessing a miracle. His words and simple truths converted thousands of hearts and souls wherever he went. Before his death during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, Segatashya continued his travels and conversations with Jesus for eight years, asking Him what we all want to know: Why were we created? Why must we suffer? Why do bad things happen to good people? When will the world end? Is there life after death? How do we get to Heaven? The answers to these and many other momentous, life-changing questions are revealed in this riveting book, which is the first full account of Segatashya's remarkable life story. Written with grace, passion, and loving humor by Immaculée Ilibagiza, Segatashya's close friend and a survivor of the Rwandan holocaust herself, this truly inspirational work is certain to move you in profound ways. No matter what your faith or religious beliefs, Segatashya's words will bring you comfort and joy, and prepare your heart for this life ... and for life everlasting."--Publisher's description
Before the atrocities of the 1994 genocide, which left more than a million
people dead, the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ appeared to eight young people
in the remote village of Kibeho, Rwanda. The author draws on her first-hand
experiences, visiting the sites before and after the holocaust.
The author is a young university student, miraculously survived the savage
killing spree that left most of her family, friends, and a million of her
fellow citizens dead. This title takes us with her remarkable journey
continues and she struggles to find meaning and purpose in the aftermath of
the holocaust.
