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Michael Stoll wrote:

Hi, guys —

All of my life I have had dreams of loved ones: People and pets, including my mother, father and friends that have passed away.

The problem I have is, in most cases, I have had these dreams before their death has occurred, normally two to three days before hand. In most cases, I had little or no knowledge these people or pets were ill before hand.

I was raised as a devout Catholic by my father who attended a Jesuit college some place back east and I am curious to see what the Church's thinking is on these circumstances.

  • Are my insights on death a God-given blessing or a natural insight?

Please write back. I am curious to see what you guys think.

Michael James Stoll

  { Are my dreams and insights on future deaths a God-given blessing or a natural insight? }

Mike replied:

Hi, Michael —

My answer may disappoint you, but paranormal issues like yours can be best discerned by a faithful priest or spiritual director. I would see:

  • if you have one in your local parish
  • If not, maybe there is a religious monastery nearby
  • if not, you can contact your diocese and tell them you are looking for a solid, spiritual director.

Each person has an array of issues in their life. This approach would address all issues currently involved in your life . . . some that we may not be aware of.

Mike

Mary Ann replied:

Michael,

Mike is absolutely right. I can only add that God does allow us the grace at times of sensing a closeness to a person when they are in need, often as an inspiration to pray for them.

These dreams are nothing magical, nor anything to be afraid of. On the natural plane, some people are more connected to their relatives.

  • Did you know that our mothers have our genetic code in them from the time of conception onward?

Mary Ann

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