"To Jesus Through Mary"
A Monthly Newsletter Compiled by Mary's Children, Inc.
December 2004
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Ruth Ann stopped receiving Messages to share from the Blessed Virgin Mary on January 25, 1995. On February 23, 1995, Jesus also stopped giving Messages to share. Since that time both Jesus and Mary have requested that we begin to reread the Messages already given and to reflect on them. But most of all, that we begin to live the Messages that have been given.

Message of December 9, 1993, from Our Lord Jesus

Ruth Ann: Lord, it's another busy day. This time of year it seems there is so much to do.

Jesus: Man has caused much of this, little one. The celebration of My birth has become an excuse for spending money. Christmas has become a time of commercialism. Whatever happened to the days when My children prepared for the celebration of My birth through prayer? The true meaning of Christmas has gone by the wayside. More and more people are so busy purchasing gifts, they do not have time to think, or quietly pray. Peace will be lost because of all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. I will be all but forgotten.

Ruth Ann: Lord, many of us still believe in the true meaning of Christmas.

Jesus: Little one, your world is so small, you think in terms of family, prayer groups, and your church. I am looking at the entire world, little one, and know many of My children will not even observe My Birthday, My First Coming, by attending Mass or church services. Many will not even say a prayer of thanksgiving to God for sending Me to the earth as their Redeeming Savior. Many will not even thank My Mother for saying 'yes', to being My Mother. This is nothing new, though, little one. Why should I expect My children to acknowledge Me on special occa-sions, when I am ignored most days of the year unless they have a need? Then, I am found quickly, and not necessarily asked, but told, what needs to be done and when it needs to be done. Even when I am able to accommodate them, do they thank Me? No. I don't hear from many of them again until they are in need again.

Oh, if only My children would learn to love Me! I love so much, I gave so much, I continue to give so much. Why can't My children slow down and realize all they are, have, and ever will be depends on God, not man? The Lord gives, and He can take away, all of it, in the blink of an eye. Man should give thanks for all things.

Ruth Ann: Lord, You are really sounding 'down' today.

Jesus: Not 'down,' little one, but I am sad. Man has taken a joyous season and turned it into something that is not of Me. Pray, My children, that man will wake up before it is too late, and realize that 'things' do not bring happiness. Love, peace, and truth are the essential ingredients in a world of noise and grief of all kinds. Con-centrate on the peace and love of this holy and very special time of the year. Be as the innocent shepherds tending their sheep. Come to Me, leaving the gifts of your love.

Ruth Ann: Yes, Lord. I love You.

Jesus: Thank you, little one, and thanks to all those who have not forgotten the true meaning of Christmas.

Ruth Ann: Lord, will You speak more with me later?

Jesus: Little one, that was really all I wish to say today. You have much to do. Go about your day knowing My love is with you.

Ruth Ann: Lord, mine is with You, also.

Message of Dec. 17, 1993, from Our Lord Jesus

Ruth Ann: Jesus, is there anything in particular You wish to speak to me about today?

Jesus: You are being overwhelmed by all you have to do today. Are you sure you wish to listen?

Ruth Ann: I need Your peace, Lord.

Jesus: Then listen. All those things you need to do will be accomp-lished. Put Me first, and all things will fall into place.

Ruth Ann: Yes, Lord.

Jesus: Many forget that, especially during the holidays when man has filled every minute of his waking hours with tasks that have nothing to do with his spiritual life.

This is a beautiful time of year, but man has turned it into a time of stress and frustration. There is so much that can be learned by reflecting on this holy season, this time set aside to prepare for the celebration of the birth of the One Who came to save man from his sins and eternal damnation. The One Who was, is, and is to come, has been shoved aside for commercialism.

What has happened to My children? How far man has strayed from the path! But where there is life, there is hope. Those of you who pray and realize the true meaning of the Advent Season, continue to pray and reflect on what all your Lord and Savior has done for you. Meditate on the gift of My Mother and Her 'yes' to the will of God. You too, can say 'yes' to His will, and help change a world hidden in darkness. Through prayer and example, you can bring My children into light.

Witness to the greatness and glory of the One Who has saved you from your sins. Share with those who have no hope for the gift of salvation. Help them realize that I came to the earth to save man from His sins. I came to conquer death, death of a physical nature, and death of a spiritual nature. That means all My children have the hope of eternal life. What a special gift that has been given to all those on the earth! My Father in Heaven has given all of His children the gift of light, life, and peace, both physical and spiritual, and they do not take time to acknowledge that great gift that only He could give.

Some will go to Christmas Mass and say, "Oh, how beautiful," but then, that will be the end. Others will be too busy to even work Mass into their schedules. Man is concerned he cannot find peace. He looks for it in material things: alcohol, sex, the blaring sounds of distractions, and many, many other distractions. Peace comes from Me. I am peace. I am the One Who has brought that gift into the world by My birth.

Reflect on what I have said, children. Realize that peace is at your fingertips. Put Me first, and all other things will fall into place. My Mother, with Her simple 'Fiat', has given a gift to the world never before given. She gave physical life to God, so He could come to the earth to bring peace, love, joy, and hope of a life eternal, to a world in darkness. My children need to be awakened to the gift of this great miracle. They need to realize that it was through the greatness of God's mercy that they are given a chance at rebirth.

It is time for My children to know this, and keep it in their hearts. It is not just enough to say, "Oh, I know all about that." One must take all of these things to their heart. Take all of these things to your heart through-out this season and the days thereafter. Keep them in your heart. Let them change your life so that you, too, will be able to say your 'yes' to the will of My Father. That is what He is asking of you through-out this season. His gift to you of the holy family is His example of faith, love, and trust in Him. Join Mary, My Mother, Joseph, My earthly father, and Myself, your Jesus, in this holy season, this time, an opportunity for renewal, and say 'yes' to your God and Savior, and 'no' to the things of the flesh. Die of self, repent of your sins. The Kingdom of God is close at hand. Make straight the way of the Lord, and bring true conversion into your life.

Ruth Ann: That sounds easy, Lord, but every year the season gets more and more hectic for everyone.

Jesus: That is the choice of those who do not put Me first. Be at peace, little one. Know I am God, and have come to the earth to save mankind from the world of darkness. God's will, will be done.

Ruth Ann: I am at peace, Lord. I'm glad I took the time this morning to listen.

Jesus: I, too, am pleased, little one. Your day will be blessed with My gift of peace.

Ruth Ann: Thank You, Lord.

Message of Dec. 23, 1993, from Our Lady

Ruth Ann: Mother Mary, will You speak with me?

Our Lady: Child, I am here.

Ruth Ann: I am sorry, I haven't written down many of the things You have spoken to me about, but thank You for talking with me when I need to hear you.

Our Lady: Child, I have said I am always here for you, and if you do not have the time to speak with Me and write what I am saying, I would prefer you speak with My Son and write and share what He tells you.

Ruth Ann: That is what I have done, but then I feel I am slighting You.

Our Lady: Child, My purpose in coming to all My children in locutions, apparitions, visions, the smell of roses, is to draw you all closer to My Son. Those who have great devotion to Me are loved much by My Son. I am being allowed to come among you in order to strengthen and guide you in these difficult times. I am here to provide graces for you for the difficulties that lie ahead.
Man is aware that the earth is in great turmoil. This is not news that is a surprise to you. The world is such that only God can provide the miracles needed to 'clean up the mess' that man has made. That is why I am calling My children to prayer, over and over. That is why I am asking you to make sacrifices, offer up the crosses of your daily lives to God, consecrate yourselves to Me and My Son. God can do all things, but man must ask for the needs he wishes God to provide. Ask, and you shall receive. The desire to do the will of God in all things must be taken to heart.

During this season of love and peace, I am seeing more and more stress and sadness in My children. The turmoil that surrounds you, your families, and your world is overwhelming to many of you. The evil one is strong in the present days as never before. He has taken you away from the peace you need to prepare for His coming, the God of peace. I am calling you back from the distractions provided to you by the evil one. I am here to return you to the peace and love of this special season. Focus on My Son, the God of peace, and all other things will become clearer to you. Listen and be aware of what God is telling you through the messages being provided to those of My children who are listening and being told to share.

There is a reason for My being here and walking freely among My children. Realize that God has felt it necessary to send Me to call you back to His ways. He wishes His children to return to the ways of God, and turn away from the ways of the world. For many of you, ingrained in materialism, this is quite difficult. For you who have become addicted to TV, and noise, and distractions of all kinds, I am telling you, set aside 'quiet time' for My Son. Turn off all the means of noise in your homes, offices, and vehicles for a few minutes each day, and listen to the gifts of the world around you that God has provided for you.

Listen to the quiet. Know that God is with you, wanting to reveal Himself in this peace. Listen with your heart, and know He wishes to speak to you and provide you with the direction in your life that will take you out of darkness. Listen, and be aware of His presence.

Old habits are difficult to give up, but addictions of all kinds can be overcome through prayer and the grace of God. Man, through his addictions, has turned his back on God, whether these addictions be work, sports, food, drink, noise, or those of a sexual nature. It does not matter what the cause. Man, through his own selfish desires, has turned to things of the world in excess, to block out the goodness, light, and love of his Creator. It is time to turn from the ways of darkness and turn to light. Pray for God's love and mercy and the grace to be able to do so. Love My Son, listen to My words. I am here to help you. Pray, dear children, pray.

Ruth Ann: Mother, thank You for speaking with me.

Our Lady: Child, I am always here for you, but if you have a choice to make, My Son must come first. In loving My Son and doing His will, it pleases Me greatly. I love you, child. Go in the peace of My Son, Jesus.

Ruth Ann: Mother, help me share the peace with others today.

Our Lady: Child, the graces are provided by asking.

Message of January 5, 1994, from Our Lady to Prayer Groups

My Dear Children,

Why do you continue to search for a false peace in the things of the world? Don't you know that peace comes from God? Turn away from those things that do not bring a lasting peace. Turn back to My Son who is the prince of peace. Then, and only then, will you find the true peace that awaits you and will remain with you. God continues to call to you and remind you that those things of the world do not last. They bring temporary pleasures to you, and then the feeling is gone. God's peace will last forever. God loves you. Let Him draw you to His heart. Experience the love and peace He wishes you to have through the gift of His Son. Go in God's peace.

At the end of this message, Ruth Ann had the feeling that Our Lady wanted to say something else, so she said:

Ruth Ann: Is there anything You wish to add?

Our Lady: Child, no one seems to be listening. The messages are falling on deaf ears. Eventually there will be no more messages.

Ruth Ann: To me?

Our Lady: To everyone, child. I am only here for a time allowed by God. When My time is over, I will have to return to Heaven and leave My children to their own undoing. I am doing all I can for the time I am allowed. The rest is up to God and those who are listening to My call.

Message of January 8, 1994, from Our Lord Jesus

Ruth Ann: Lord, do You wish to speak to me?

Jesus: Little one, your Jesus is always here for you. I am always here for all of My children, if only they would take the time to listen to Me.

Ruth Ann: Lord, there are so many distractions.

Jesus: Yes, the evil one interferes even in the prayers of My children who wish to listen. But the effort is being put forth, the graces and blessings are there for My children who make an honest effort to seek My comfort and that of My Mother. God knows the hearts and minds of those who were created by Him. 'Seek and ye shall find'. Those who truly look for Me will find Me. Those who truly listen will hear. I wish to speak to all My children, and I wish for all My children to listen to what I have to say. My children wish to hear what they want to hear, and not what I have to say. In a world made up of children who have been led into darkness, it is difficult for Me to be heard.

My Mother has asked all of you to return to the faith you had as a small child. Many have forgotten these words. It takes faith and trust in God to survive in a world of sin and degradation. The faith and trust is not there as it should be. The evil one continues to cause turmoil and strife, even among those who desire to do My will. "Love one another as I have loved you." If you truly try to live the messages of My Mother, the graces and blessings will come to you in abundance. All I ask is for you to make the effort. I will multiply all you try to do in My name and the name of My Mother.

There is so much pain and suffering that is being caused by man's refusal to acknowledge Me, and their easy acceptance of the ways of the evil one. It is much more difficlt to be good than it is to go along with a society steeped in moral decay. To follow the way of the cross brings with it pain and suffering, but it also brings with it, peace. This peace is an inner peace that can only come from God. Following the ways of the world brings only turmoil, confusion, and frustration, little one. Why can't My children see that? They are seeking peace in all the wrong places. Sacrifices will bring peace. Love for one another brings peace. Confession brings peace.

My children have wandered far away from Me. The sadness is, they don't even realize this. The evil one has taken over their lives, and they have no clue that he is even near. Where there is peace, so also I shall be. Seek this peace. Come to the foot of the cross. Leave your burdens with Me and I will give you peace and rest from all the ways of the world.

It is true what My Mother has spoken. Time is running out. Man continues to go about each day as though he is not concerned for his own soul. He thinks only of those physical needs and desires that have become his whole life. It is true man must work and earn a living. It is true that you have families to care for, but it is also true that you have a loving God Who has given all of these things to you. It is up to you to arrange your priorities. God first, and all other things will be provided. That is where trust and faith come into play. Make time for Me. Read My word in the New Testament. Read materials that will lift your spirit and not pull you down into darkness and despair. Listen to those things that will bring peace and joy to your spirit. Receive the sacra-ments. These are all the things you have known and have been told many times.

But all of these things are pushed aside because you are too busy for Me. Being 'too busy' does not bring one peace. It brings confusion and frustration. It brings doubts and fears. All of these things are not of Me. Children, arrange your life so you have time for Me. I love you and wish for you to have the peace that will make you happy no matter what your cross is, and no matter what your burden is that you carry. I wish for you to be happy. Peace brings happiness and joy unimagin-able, even in suffering. I am here, children. I am here to speak to you. I am here to love you and I am here to lighten your burdens.

'Come to Me, all you who are weary, and I will give you rest'. These are not just words, these are My words. These are meant for you. Trust and have faith, little children. Your Jesus wishes to come to a world ready to receive Him. Do not waste precious time on things of the world. Focus on Me. I will bring you joy and peace beyond belief. These words are truth. Believe them. Believe in Me.

You have much to do today, but I thank you for putting Me first, little one. Go about your day knowing I am with you in all things. Be filled with My peace.

Ruth Ann: Yes, Lord. Thank You for taking this time with me, and thank You for the peace that You have given me.

Message of Dec. 12, 1994, from Our Lord Jesus

Ruth Ann: Lord, I am in desperate need.

Jesus: Little one, you are under attack.

Ruth Ann: I realize that, Lord, but that doesn't make how I am feeling any easier.

Jesus: Little one, repeat My name over and over, and your peace will be restored.

Ruth Ann: Thank You, Lord. I am feeling better.

Jesus: Such a simple act of faith, but there is power in My name. The demons flee, and your peace is returned. This time of year is most difficult. There are too many activities, too close together. This should be a time of reflection and preparation for My coming. But instead, it has become a time of stress for so many of My children. Peace, little one, peace is the word you should hold to your heart. Just as the angel announced My birth with the word 'peace.' So I say to you this day, that peace is needed in the hearts to herald in My Second Coming.

Ruth Ann: How did we get off on that, Lord? I'm concerned about just getting through each day, and each week. I don't want to think about Your Second Coming. Why have You brought that up?

Jesus: Because, child, the pain, the attacks, the lack of peace you continue to feel, are all connected to My Second Coming. You do not think I would be putting you, and others of My children, through so much, if I were not wanting to use you in a special way? It is to save souls, child. Your witnessing, your prayers, your persecution, is all part of helping Me save souls. So few of My children are willing to give up their lives for Me, that when I do find someone willing to do so, I must place them in the fire of purification.

No one knows the pain you suffer in your heart for others. No one knows how much you have given of yourself to your Jesus. These are all part of your gift to Me for the salvation of souls. You care not about yourself.

Ruth Ann: You are being generous, Lord. I get so frustrated, I just want to get on with it, Lord.

Jesus: Soon, child, soon. You do not wish to push ahead until God is ready. You may feel ready, but it is not yet ready for His plan to unfold. Continue to pray, and be patient, and know I am with you.

Ruth Ann: Lord, I wish to thank You for all of Mary's Children, and all the prayerful people You have sent into our lives. I have had so much removed from me, that it is touching to have the support of those who truly love You and Your Mother.

Jesus: 'Child, it will all be done for you'. These were not just words. My Mother meant every word. She will continue to send those needed, to get all things done that must be done, in order for God's plan to unfold. The prayers, the support, all that is needed will be provided. You need only listen, and be obedient.

Ruth Ann: This becomes more and more difficult, as more is expected of me. Your Mother has told me She is going to stop giving messages to share. You do know that, Lord.

Jesus: Yes, little one, this is true. There is a reason for this. She has said all that needs to be said. That is not the only reason. Her purpose for working in your life, was to draw the attention of many, to Me. You have been brought along gradually, as have those who have followed My Mother's messages to Her children. Now, it is time for Her to step aside and let Me be the focus. She has pointed the way to the light in this world of darkness. She has taken the hands of many, and walked them back to the light and the right path. Now it is time for Me to finish the task She has begun.

Ruth Ann: Lord, this makes no sense to me.

Jesus: Little one, it need not. You are not asked to understand. Be patient, and watch God's plan unfold. You are experiencing much unrest. You are under constant attack. Know it is because the time is nearing for My coming to you. The evil one would like nothing more than to destroy you, and God's plan for you, at this time. You must continue to be patient, and know that many prayers are being said on your behalf. All things will unfold as God intends. You have said 'yes', and God knows your 'yes' means 'yes'. God is with you, as is the love of those in Heaven awaiting the special gift that is to be given to you.

The gift of My appearance to you, and the special gift I will bring with Me, this gift, is the gift of My divine love, and is being given to you to draw others closer to Me, Who is deserving of mankind's love and respect. You are a willing vessel, and have been emptied of all earthly desires, in order that you be filled with all God has to give in spiritual gifts. You feel that total void at this time, do you not?

Ruth Ann: Yes Lord, I have given You everything. I have very little left to give.

Jesus: Total submission is all God needs, child. Now He can do with you what needs to be done. Be patient and listen. Time is nearing. God loves you beyond measure. Go in My peace.

Message of Dec. 25, 1994, from Our Lord Jesus

Ruth Ann: Lord, this is Your birthday. Happy Birthday!

Jesus: Little one, yes, this day will be one of joy for many who know the true meaning of Christmas. That will be the special part of this day for Me, seeing those who truly know why this day is special, celebrate it in the love of their Jesus.

Ruth Ann: Many go to church today for this very reason, Lord.

Jesus: Many do not. Those are the ones that are of concern to Me. Those are the ones that were of concern to Me nearly two thousand years ago, and they are still the ones who have made My suffering and death on the cross so painful.

Those of you who love Me, and will take the time to be with Me, are of great comfort, but you must pray for those who do not love Me, and ignore Me. They not only will ignore Me on My birthday, but all year long. They turn their backs on Me. They seek the peace and love that should come from Me, from things. This will continue until all things are removed from them.

Ruth Ann: Lord, that is a strange statement, 'until all things are removed from them'.

Jesus: Little one, it is not a strange statement. It is a statement concern-ing the state of your world. All around you, in other countries, you see devastation brought on by man's greed and lust for power. You see the world being destroyed because of hatred for one another. The innocent suffer, as well as the guilty, and still the hatred continues.

Your world is going to experience devastation too, child, and it is through those who choose to ignore all the signs that have been put before them. My Mother has told you, "You were only a footstep away from the war and depravation of other nations," and yet, man continues on the road to destruction. He is destroying your world, little by little, through the lack of care and proper treatment of all of the gifts God has given to you, little one. Little by little, your world is being destroyed. Greed, lust, and arrogance, continue to be more important in your world, than the love and care of all that is holy. The love of God and neighbor are no longer important, little one. Through this lack of love, animals, land, water, and air are being polluted and killed. These are all God's gifts to you, and man continually destroys through his selfish desires. 'More and bigger', have been the order of the day, instead of being satisfied with only those things necessary for the good of your soul.

God has sent you the gift of His Son in human form, in order to tell you, and show you, what is and should be, important. His word was ignored, and He was murdered. He has sent His Mother, and His words through Her, and She is being ignored and blasphemed. How much more is God supposed to take, little one? He is disgusted, little one. He is disgusted with mankind and his evil ways. Man is destroying himself little by little, and all that surrounds him. This is sad, but true, child, and even the words given to His children from Heaven are not changing the hearts of those who are in need of this change.

It is up to those of you who have been listening, to continue to gather for prayer in great numbers, in order to show God that you do care about Him and His children. You care about His love and His gifts to you in the form of the land, the water, and the very air you breathe. You need to let Him know you love all He has created, and wish to thank Him for all these special gifts, through the proper treatment of these gifts. Man must respect God, and the gifts given to him from God. He must respect life, and hold all things that come from Him as sacred and holy.

Ruth Ann: Lord, this message is not what I would have expected on Christmas morning.

Jesus: Little one, these words are necessary. This is a solemn time in your world. Many are caught up in greed and materialism. Today means 'presents', and more and more of the things and distractions that have taken them away from the quiet time they could, and should, be spending with Me in prayer. Man is getting farther and farther away from Me. I am here. I am here, just as I was nearly two thousand years ago, but man is not listening to Me. He is not spending quiet time with Me daily, in order to hear what I have to say. He is too busy with other things to listen.

I speak to My children through signs, nature, the gift of My word in the Bible, and through the mouth of others trained in the gift of My word. But man continues to find ways to ignore these words. Because they do not hear My voice in human terms, they choose to believe I cannot, and am not, speaking to them. They are not listening. If they were to listen, they would hear Me. Then, they would have to change their lives. Many would discover all of the things they hold sacred are of little importance.

It is the soul that is of great importance, and it is being ignored and left to die, in many cases. The soul needs food, and it needs nurtured, just as a hungry body needs food to be sustained. Many of you feed your bodies, and ignore the food for your soul. The food for your soul is the word of God. Man must feed his soul through the gift of this word. And through this food, he will realize the need for change in his earthly life. The spiritual life has been ignored, and that is why, little one, the world is being destroyed through the lack of love and care for God, His gifts, and the love of his neighbor. Man is destroying himself and his world. Pray for the conversions of My children, and ask for God's mercy for those who continue to blatantly turn their backs on Him.

Ruth Ann: Yes, Lord.

Jesus: Now, I know you must be about your day. I thank you for your love, and I thank you for your continued fidelity to God's plan for you. Know God is pleased, little one, with all you are doing. Thank you for wishing Me a Happy Birthday. Many will forget, but those who remember, please Me.