Kreupasanam Testimony: How the Holy Mother's Intercession Transformed a Family's Life in Canada
"You are their strength and glory; by your favor our horn is exalted. For our shield belongs to the Lord, our king to the Holy One of Israel." — Psalm 89:17-18 (RSV-CE)
Every testimony glorifies God and strengthens the faith of others. The following is the inspiring testimony of Joseph Gregory and his family from Canada, who experienced remarkable blessings upon blessings after making the Kreupasanam Pilgrim Covenant (Udampadi) and placing their complete trust in the Lord through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Five Years of Struggle in Canada
Our family moved to Canada in 2018 with great hopes for a better future. However, the first five years were filled with disappointment and hardship.
Although we were qualified professionals, we could not secure jobs that matched our experience. Whenever we found employment, unexpected difficulties would arise. We struggled financially, emotionally, and spiritually, often wondering when God would answer our prayers.
In November 2023, after hearing the testimonies of others, we travelled to Kreupasanam Marian Shrine and made the Kreupasanam Covenant (Udampadi), surrendering our entire family into the hands of Jesus Christ through the Blessed Virgin Mother.
Little did we know that our lives were about to change.
A Dream That Became Reality
After returning to Canada, I began praying earnestly for a transfer to a better workplace.
Around that time, my wife Kavitha experienced a remarkable dream. The Holy Mother of Kreupasanam appeared to her and showed her a workplace built with distinctive brown bricks. We did not fully understand its meaning then.
Soon afterwards, Kavitha attended an online interview for a new position. She was selected.
When she finally arrived at her new workplace, we were overwhelmed with emotion. It was the exact building that the Holy Mother had shown her in the dream.
For us, this was a clear sign that God was guiding our family through the prayers of the Blessed Mother.
God's Perfect Timing
Another challenge soon arose.
We had to relocate to a place nearly 1,200 kilometres away, but our apartment was not yet ready. We had already booked hotel accommodation and expected to stay two weeks there until the apartment became available.
As we prepared to travel, weather warnings announced a severe snowstorm. We decided to leave much earlier than planned.
When we reached our destination, we received a miracle news.
Our apartment which was supposed to be ready after 15 days, was ready immediately, and the management handed over the keys that very day. Even more astonishing, they waived fifteen days of rent before our official lease began.
Every obstacle that had worried us simply disappeared.
A Safe Pregnancy Against All Odds
About a week after starting her new job, Kavitha became pregnant.
We rejoiced because we had been praying for another child. Yet humanly speaking, we were also afraid.
During her previous pregnancies, Kavitha had experienced numerous medical complications. She suffered from high blood pressure and other health concerns, requiring frequent hospital admissions and constant medical attention. The medications were expensive, and we wondered how we would manage.
Yet we continued trusting in God and remained faithful to our Kreupasanam Covenant.
This pregnancy became completely different from all the previous ones.
Kavitha continued working without needing repeated hospital admissions. She completed her duties normally, received her full salary, and enjoyed a healthy pregnancy without the serious complications that had troubled her before.
Her employer even granted generous leave with full support, something we had never imagined possible.
We truly experienced God's providence in every detail.
Complete Healing from a Life-Threatening Illness
After the baby's birth, another unexpected trial appeared.
Doctors diagnosed Kavitha with Thyroid Storm, a dangerous condition that can become life-threatening. We were informed that she would need lifelong medication.
During one of the Kreupasanam prayers, Father prayed specifically for those suffering from thyroid disorders.
We prayed with complete faith.
At the next medical review, the senior specialist examined her carefully and gave us astonishing news.
The thyroid condition had completely settled, and the doctor informed her that she no longer needed the lifelong medication that had previously been prescribed.
Once again, we witnessed God's healing power.
Blessings Upon Our Children
Our eldest son Abraham had been diagnosed as hyperactive, and doctors suspected that he might be on the autism spectrum.
He could attend school only for a short period each day, and someone always had to remain at home to care for him.
We continued praying, using the blessed articles received through the Covenant, and placing him under the protection of the Blessed Mother.
Gradually, everything changed.
His teachers called us with amazement.
"What are you doing at home? Abraham has changed completely!"
He became one of the best-performing students in his class and was soon able to attend school full-time.
We praise God for this extraordinary blessing.
God's Blessings Extended to My Career
For nearly five years I had searched unsuccessfully for a proper sales position. I accepted temporary jobs simply to provide for my family.
Then, after applying for another position, I received an unexpected phone call.
The interviewer told me:
"We actually didn't have a vacancy in your area. But recently I felt we needed a salesperson there. When I saw your location, I felt I should call you."
I knew this opportunity had come directly from God's providence.
Within only three months of joining the company, I received the Best Employee Award.
The following year I was honoured again as the Best Employee in the company's Canada branch.
Everything that had seemed impossible for years suddenly became possible through God's grace.
A Life Transformed Through Faith
Looking back, we realise that the greatest blessing was not merely receiving good jobs, financial stability, healing, or success.
The greatest miracle was the transformation within our hearts.
The Covenant taught us a profound truth:
God has always been ready to bless us. The real question is whether we are prepared to receive His blessings.
As we surrendered ourselves more completely to God through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we began witnessing His hand in every area of our lives.
Living to Bless Others
Our testimony did not end with receiving blessings.
Today, our family actively helps others in need. We support charitable works, pray with those who are suffering, encourage families to trust God, and share the message of hope wherever we go.
We have also started sharing Covenant prayer materials with people in different languages so that more families can experience the love and mercy of God.
Giving All Glory to God
Every blessing our family has received belongs to God alone.
We thank our Lord Jesus Christ for His endless mercy and thank the Blessed Virgin Mary for her loving intercession.
May this testimony strengthen everyone who is facing struggles, disappointments, sickness, unemployment, or family difficulties.
Trust in the Lord. Remain faithful in prayer. Surrender your life completely to Him.
God's timing is always perfect, and no prayer offered with faith ever goes unanswered.
"The Lord is our shield, and the Holy One of Israel is our King." (Psalm 89:18)