At age twelve, St. Maximilian Kolbe received a vision of Our Lady where he accepted the crowns of both purity and martyrdom, vowing to promote devotion to Mary as the defense against the twentieth century's evils. Join Dr. Sean Innerst and Dr. Ben Akers as they dive into the life of this modern martyr killed in Auschwitz to spare the life of a husband and father.
Discussion Question: Throughout his life, St. Maximillian Kolbe had a great devotion to Our Lady, which he promoted as the means to overcome evil in the world. Do you rely on Mary's intercession to face difficulties? Ask the Lord to strengthen your relationship with the Blessed Mother and allow her to assist you in overcoming evil.
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