On the day of prayer for nonbelievers, Our Lady assures Her children that the Church is indestructible, even as it appears that darkness is overcoming the world. Our Lady says:
“…Now, the Church is suffering and needs apostles who by loving unity, by witnessing and giving, show the ways of God…My children, from the very beginning, the Church was persecuted and betrayed, but day by day it grew. It is indestructible because My Son gave it a heart—the Eucharist, and the light of His Resurrection shone and will continue to shine upon it. Therefore, do not be afraid…”
On this very day that Our Lady gave this message, a terrorist attack in San Bernadino, California took the lives of 14 people, while injuring 22 more. It was at a public service building that serviced individuals with developmental disabilities. The attack took place during a Christmas party. Islamic extremists were the perpetrators, both of whom died in the attack.