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In publishing the revelations contained in this book, I am extremely aware we are presenting a document of Catholic mysticism
that is of the most extraordinary nature. Its contents are not just prophetic, but aim to present the unfolding of a significant,
long awaited step in the ongoing fulfillment of salvation history: the restoration of all of God's people, Israel, to their
Father and Creator, the Eternal Father of All Mankind.
While perhaps some will retain questions about the interpretation and understanding of the contents of this book, and some
will refrain from embracing its revelations until the Church has ruled on their merit, I do want readers to know the decision
to publish this work was arrived at with great care, deliberation and discernment. Our spiritual advisers were strong in their
support of its doctrinal soundness and believed that its timely and important revelations were in need of dissemination now.
Of course, our obedience to the Catholic Church in this matter is unconditional.
For my own part, I strongly suspect that Seeing With the Eyes of the Soul will become a landmark, spiritual classic for generations
to come. Its exceptional spirituality, which presents to readers a theological loftiness reflective of the special influence
of divine grace, is reminiscent of the texts of the blessed ones throughout Church history.
Indeed, I believe this book will be unforgettable in the minds and hearts of all who read it and will never need a vibrant
defense to convince doubters of its authenticity. The words within it speak for themselves with the light of truth and the
power of the Holy Spirit.
Most noted is the beautiful "Chaplet Prayers" given by the Father to Barbara. Unlike many private devotions today that emphasize
reparation, this prayer appears to be laying the groundwork for future generations to beseech God for the full restoration
of His Kingdom (Acts 1 :6). Perhaps this chaplet of the Father and its thematic ejaculation, " I love you Father and 1 give
myself to You ", will become the Rosary of future generations. It is also perhaps reflective of a coming shift in the spiritual
consciousness of the Church which may exist after the triumph of God comes into the world.
There are many other revelations in this book just as worthy of contemplation and recognition. But I will refrain from highlighting
them, leaving to the reader this pleasant task. Eventually, I believe this book will be embraced by the Church as a great
gift from God to His people. Not just a lamp in a time of darkness, but a bright light for mankind to better see and find
its way home to its Father. A Father Who hungers to have His Children, His Kingdom restored to Him.
Dr. Thomas W. Petrisko
May 13,1998
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