I remember when I first heard about these apparitions,how impressed I was by the number of Catholic and Orthodox Bishops who have approved and also given witness to their belief in the miracle.I would say,going just by the credits shown on the video,or rather right after the credits,they show a list of the Catholic and Orthodox Bishops who have given their approval.I think I saw(just guessing)between 20-25 Bishops from the 2 Churches!
I finally got through this post. Wow, this is really powerful! I also find it interesting the JPII visited Damascus during the Easter season of 2001 to promote Christian unity. Also, the fact he sat by Mirna during the Mass indicates to me there is something supernatural going on here.
As for Medjugorje, my mother in law has been there. She even brought me a rosary and a medal that she purchased at the site and had them blessed by one of the priests. I told her I thought this was a false apparition because of the disobedience of their Franciscan priests. The priest who organized the visit arranged for Jakov, the youngest of the seers, to speak at her Parish about 4 years ago. We went to hear him and the place was packed. He seemed sincere however, something didn’t feel right. I think it was the fact he wasn’t making good eye contact with the congregation .
After reading this, I am seriously considering “retiring” my Medjugorje rosary and using another one. Thanks for the great post!