This is truly momentous on many levels. If Sr. Lucia was to live until the "beginning of the end," we are, indeed, in the end times.
Of course, every indication shows that we are there.
Are there any signs missing? -- apostasy within the Church, cataclysmic geologic (volcanic eruptions, tsunami's, earthquakes)events, homosexuality and sins of the flesh everywhere, corruption of the priesthood and hierarchy like never before, rampant weather catastrophes, war, lack of faith, lack of hope, seeming lack of will to confront evil.
It has all been foretold in the Bible for those with eyes to read, ears to hear, and a willingness to understand and comprehend.
May God have mercy on us. Give us the strength to endure the pain of His rightful wrath upon the earth and all of us, as sinners.
Just wondering if you could point me to where this idea comes from. Not questioning it, just looking for sources.