Many see these signs of the growing darkness and confusion, but none truly grasp. By welcoming the darkness, society has allowed powerful forces to come out of the shadows and to take full advantage. Only Mary holds back their full force so the Church can prepare and the world can repent. Yet neither happens. Her warnings fall on deaf ears. Therefore, a first breakdown will happen and lead the Church to turn to Fatima. Mary will offer the Church yet another opportunity to accept her Fatima gift.