... faithful often take but three days to prepare for the annual renewal of their Consecration. The object of this Consecration is to cast off the spirit of the world, which is contrary to that of Jesus ... RENOUNCEMENT OF THE WORLD "The first part of the preparation should be employed in casting off the spirit of the world, which is contrary to that of Jesus Christ." The spirit of the world ... Prayers, self-examination, reflection, acts of renouncement of our own will, of contrition for our sins, of contempt of self - all performed at the feet of Mary, for it is from her we hope for...