+ Prophecies: The Three Days of Darkness

In my earlier posts on the alarming possibilities - not probabilities - regarding an approaching object named Elenin that is orbiting the Sun (see posts here and here.), I pointed out that the reported after-effects of its passing might fulfill the Three Days of Darkness prophecies.

Whether our planet will experience catastrophic consequences on and around September 26, 2011 depends on if the object turns out to be a harmless comet or a looming dwarf star. There are strong opinions on both sides of that debate. Everyone agrees that it will pass directly between our planet and the Sun on September 26. Some investigators have reported that the object is 16 times the size of Earth, with a gravitational force that will cause catastrophic earthquakes and tsunamis. Others argue that the massive size is only when the gaseous coma around an icy comet is taken into account. They say its gravitational force will be minimal. Finally, some report that the object's gaseous tail contains hydrogen cyanide, a toxic combination, that will fan toward our planet, into our atmosphere.

Christian persecutions you don't know

"... a time is coming when anyone who 
kills you will think 
he is offering a service to God."

John 16:2

Who isn't aware of the murderous threats of radical Islamists? After 9/11, we could ignore them no more. But I bet you did not know about the rampages of radical Indian Hindus in recent years. How could so much anti-Christian and, more specifically, anti-Catholic violence receive so little coverage from America's mainstream media? (Never mind. That's a rhetorical question.)

Here are just a few articles on the rapidly escalating incidences of Christian persecutions at the hands of Indian Hindu extremists.

Christians Burned Alive, Thousands Flee

Christians Persecuted Even in Refugee Camps

Sisters of Mother Teresa Attacked, Require Police Protection

Second Catholic Church Attacked in Days

Priest Seriously Injured in Attack against Catholic Church

Hindu Fundamentalists Attack Christian Meeting

Pastor Found Dead; 'Anti-Christian Forum' Claims Credit

Bishop: Extremists "poisoning their minds with falsehoods"

Falsely Accused Priest Arrested

Hindu Extremists Set Fire to Cathedral

Extremists Slander the Church, Send their Children to Church-run Schools

Burning and Looting Continues, Christians Beaten and Cut to Pieces

Sisters of Mother Teresa Accused of "kidnapping and forced conversion"

Hindu Fundamentalists Beat Up Six Christians

More than 500 Cases of Anti-Christian Violence

Church Attacked Four Times in Four Days

Please pray for everyone who risks or endures persecution for the love of Christ. Please pray even harder for their persecutors. 

+ Elenin-Earthquake Coincidences? Perhaps.

Recently, I reported on unsettling possibilities regarding an object named Elenin that is orbiting the Sun. It is said to be 16 times the size of Earth and will be positioned precisely between the Sun and our planet on September 26th.

If Elenin is an icy comet, as some claim, it should pass without incident. However, if it is a dark dwarf star, as others argue, the gravitational forces it will exert on our planet will be extreme. The catastrophic consequences, among others, will include massive earthquakes and tsunamis. In fact, the unforgettable quakes near Chile and Japan, over the past two years, each happened when there was distant alignment between Earth, the Sun and Elenin. This time, alignment will be much closer. (See: Orbit Visualization Tool and adjust for whatever date you wish to view.) At the present time, Elenin and the Sun are not aligned but nearly equidistant from Earth, at roughly twelve o'clock and ten o'clock on the dial. That means that their combined gravitational forces are affecting the Earth, generally from the same direction.

So, I found it interesting that, last night, Colorado experienced its strongest seismic activity in four decades. Now, as I write, I am listening to reports regarding an extraordinary earthquake that just hit the Washington DC area.

Coincidences? Perhaps.

8/27/11 UPDATE: SpiritDaily.com posted a link to someone who has estimated the statistical significance of major seismic activity coinciding with the alignment of the Sun, the Earth and Elenin. He points out that, "Four of the last four Sun-Earth-Elenin lineups have generated quakes of 7.0 or better, and the average magnitude of these quakes was 7.8." He goes on to run the numbers and demonstrates that this convergence of circumstances has a statistical probability of "0.0299% or, roughly three chances in ten thousand, or one chance in 3300." He concludes that the severity of these earthquakes adds even more credibility to a tragic scenario: "One was 8.8 and one was 9.0, so that makes the probability of this all being a mere coincidence that much more unlikely." His calculations appear to make sense. But whether this person is reasonable or a member of the lunatic fringe, I do not know. 
(See: http://www.godlikeproductions.com/forum1/message1610328/pg1)

+ Escarchas: God's Glitter?

I have witnessed the strange phenomenon of Escarchas more than a few times. I never see it in a taxi, or a football stadium, or a bar. No, it always presents itself in a place, and at a time, of deeply serious worship. Afterwards, it often remains on church pews, or even on the hands or faces of prayer warriors.

Example of escarchas from
mystic Emma de Guzman

The word "Escarchas" means "frost" in Spanish. When Americans see it, they often call it glitter. But, though it looks like glitter, it is very different. A translated Spanish article, found on SpiritDaily.com, describes the scientific testing that was done on a collection of Escarchas from 1993 to 1995. The original article was titled, "La Gracia de las Escarchas" and was written by former monk Allan Weilart.

Investigators from different laboratories at the Central University of Venezuela, conducted two sets of studies. They found remarkable differences in man-made glitter and the Escarchas that had appeared on different dates at the monastery of Carrizal, as well as other convents and a Marian conference.

xx Is Elenin Associated with the Three Days of Darkness Prophecy???

[Note: This event has passed without incident. However, similar cosmic phenomena may pose similar threats to mankind in the future.]

One thing is clear, except for Noah, predictors of imminent global doom have a perfect record, unblemished by success. Still, many prophecies of saints and Scripture have been surprisingly accurate, through the centuries.

So,  with some hesitation and at the risk of sounding like the crazy old coot on the corner shouting, "The end is near!" I want to describe a little-known, but certain, event that will happen soon and that possibly could have cataclysmic consequences. In fact, the phenomenon is being studied from every scientific angle, yet rings eerily consistent with prophecies regarding the Three Days of Darkness.

++ My favorite flower

Earlier, I posted reports on Carmelo Cortez's miraculous ministry. Drawing on the power of the Mass, with deep reverence for his Catholic faith and with little fanfare, Carmelo turns water into fragrant oil,dips severed white rose petals into the oil, offers a prayer and, within minutes, incredibly detailed Christian images appear on the rose petals. Sometimes, the petals even transform into Hosts.

++ "Miracles are real, and they're real today."

Check out this inspiring short video from a doctor who proves that, sometimes, you need more than modern medicine. A little faith and prayer can even raise the dead! [Thanks Lyn and Vinny.] Click Here for Video.