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about only as a consequence of the life of Christ in souls. In
point of fact, this is really the most vital issue.
“Marian spirituality, like its corresponding devotion, finds a very
rich source in the historical experience of individuals and of the
various Christian communities present among the different peoples
and nations of the world. In this regard, I would like to recall, among
the many witnesses and teachers of this spirituality, the figure of St.
Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort, who proposes consecration to
Christ through the hands of Mary, as an effective means for
Christians to live faithfully their baptismal commitments.” (RMat 48)

“There is an organic connection between our spiritual life and the
dogmas. Dogmas are lights along the path of faith; they illuminate it
and make it secure. Conversely, if our life is upright, our intellect and
heart will be open to welcome the light shed by the dogmas of faith.”
(CCC 89)

14. THE LEGIONARY AND THE CHRISTIAN VOCATION
The Legion proposes a way of life rather than the doing of a
work. It gives a training which is meant to influence every
department of life and every hour of that life. The legionary
who is only a legionary for the duration of the meeting and
the work assignment is not living the spirit of the Legion.
The Legion’s purpose is to help its members and all those in
contact with them to live out their Christian vocation to the
full. That vocation has its source in baptism. By baptism one
is made another Christ. “We have not only become other
Christs, but Christ himself.” (St. Augustine)
Incorporated into Christ at baptism, every member of his
Church shares his role as Priest, Prophet and King.
We share in Christ’s priestly mission by worship, private and
public. The highest form of worship is sacrifice. By spiritual
sacrifice we offer ourselves and all our activities to our Father
God. Speaking of the lay faithful, Vatican Council II says: “For
all their works, prayers and apostolic undertakings, family and
married life, daily work, relaxation of mind and body, if they
are accomplished in the Spirit – indeed even the hardships of
life if patiently borne – all these become spiritual sacrifices
acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. (cf. 1 Pet 2:5) In the
celebration of the Eucharist these may most fittingly be offered
to the Father along with the body of the Lord and so,