Thanks be to God there was at Walendow and eight-day retreat in which I could take part.  But difficulties arose in regard to my leaving for this retreat.  A certain person opposed my going very much, and it already [appeared that] I was not to go.  After dinner, I went into the chapel for a five-minute adoration.  Suddenly I saw the Lord Jesus, who said to me, My daugher, I am preparing many graces for you, which you will receive during this retreat which you will begin tomorrow.  I answered, "Jesus, the retreat has already begun, and I am not supposed to go."  And He said to me, Get ready for it, because you will begin the retreat tomorrow.  And as for your departure, I will arrange that with the superiors.  And in an instant, Jesus disappeared.

(167) 

Reflection:
In the case of Saint Faustina's intention to go on retreat, it seemed that the "world" would prevent her from going.  However, it was in the Lord's plan for her to go.  Despite seeming outward obstacles, the Lord arranged for things on her behalf, so that she might receive the many graces He had prepared for her there.  Ask God to give you the faith to follow where He leads, even if it seems that the whole world is making the path impossible.  
 

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Saint Faustina, pray for us!!!

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