Mary, the Virgin Mary, Blessed Mother, Our Mother, Mother of God, Our Lady, Immaculate Mary
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My grandmother says that in times past in her city people would take a break at noon and wherever they were, whether in the fields or doing any other work, and they would begin to pray the Angelus. Her city was small and she remembers that it was something...
Elise McBride, a sixth-grade religion teacher at St. Francis of Assisi school in Ohio, wanted to find a way to help her students understand what Catholics are celebrating on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The common misconception, even among adult Catholics,...
The demands on the lives of couples who practice natural family planning can seem very overwhelming at times. Every Catholic couple who is serious enough about their love for our Lord to follow the Church’s teaching on contraception understands this...
Private Revelation vs. Public Revelation God revealed Himself to humanity in a universal way through public revelation. This self-revelation was made perfectly in Jesus Christ, God made man. The deeds and words of Almighty God in the Old and New Testaments,...
The rosary is one of the most well known devotions of the Catholic faith, but do you know these facts about it?! 9 Incredible Facts About The Rosary 1. The rosary is also known as the “bible on a string” because the Mysteries of the Rosary share the Gospel. 2....
By now, you've probably been drawn into the competition, the passion, and the excitement of the Summer Olympics taking place in Toyko. The athletes are an inspiration to all as they give everything they have to the sport that they have spent many hours perfecting....
As a little girl in nursery school, I have the vivid memory of my teacher asking our class to bring flowers to the Virgin Mary each Friday. The chapel had a beautiful royal blue carpet that made it easier for us to kneel in prayer in front of the image of the...
What St. Joseph Taught Us Things rarely go according to plan. Even if you have the greatest project manager in the world, there are still factors and elements that cannot be controlled. St. Joseph teaches us to place our trust in God, especially when things do not go...
The Virgin Mary, who - at the message of the angel - received the Word of God in her heart and in her body and gave life to the world, is acknowledged and honored as being truly the Mother of...
We know what a spiritual life is, but what’s a basic way that we can get a daily spiritual plan going? What does a daily prayer life look like? Fr. Hanley offers tips and basic practices that anyone can use to get started in living a life of prayer. Listen to Fr....
If you've not yet had the opportunity to watch PRAY: The Story of Patrick Peyton, I highly encourage you to make the time to see this inspiring documentary. Before watching this film I, sadly, had never heard of Fr. Peyton. I had no idea of the incredibly innovative...
Are you ready to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph on March 19? Last year was the Year of St. Joseph. The Holy Father explained why he made this decree in his Apostolic Letter PATRIS CORDE. "Now, one hundred and fifty years after his proclamation as Patron of the...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYOCaRUgfO0&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0cUEyNgSkGwSNd07JXKiD8wTxnv3L1f8OgsCvRuOzlbKaBlHHbwuK3IT0 Jesus warns us not to pile up empty phrases and babble on (Matt 6:7). Protestants often look at the Rosary and say it is just...
"The salvation of the whole world began with the Hail Mary. Hence, the salvation of each person is also attached to this prayer." - St Louis de Montfort In this greeting by Angel Gabriel, the world changed. God invited humanity to receive Jesus. That’s why it is so...
Historically the Rosary is a simple alternative to the Liturgy of the Hours. If you couldn't read or afford the book, these prayers allowed for the lay or common man to enter into contemplative, daily prayer reflecting over the...
We all are in need of healing. Maybe it’s from something life-altering – the death of a loved one, a lost job, a chronic illness, a miscarriage, a hurting relationship. Or maybe it’s from something that seems small, the thing that we want to push aside, but continues...
October is the Month of the Holy Rosary. Yearly it serves as a challenge and reminder to me to pray the Rosary, to use it as a weapon, and to foster it within my family culture. Hopefully, this article and video inspire you to start or rekindle the Rosary into your...
The Seven Sorrows of Mary are important for us to know and pray. They are all based on scripture and help us recall Mary's role in salvation history. Though the practice of praying the Seven Sorrows of Mary dates back to the thirteenth century, there has been a...
Full of Grace In the first chapter of the Gospel of St. Luke, we hear that the Blessed Virgin Mary is to be the Mother of God. The Angel Gabriel greets Mary with a strange greeting. The angel says, recorded in the Greek, “Chaire, Kecharitomene… (Lk. 1:38).” St. Jerome...
Our Lady of Fatima is one of the most well-known, famous, and venerated Marian apparitions of our day. What is remarkable is how over 100 years later, the message of Fatima cuts right to the heart and speaks to all. Here are some reasons why. 13 Things To Know About...
Listen to Mother Gabriella of Christ the Bridegroom Monastery as she shares her insights on the significance of spiritual motherhood and the calling that all women have to embrace this vocation. Through this inspiring video, you will gain a deeper understanding of...
It seems that it is impossible to have a conversation about anything other than the Coronavirus pandemic at the moment. I’ve noticed that my own habit of turning to social media to relax has had its effect reversed, with it only streaming more anxious voices into my...
Famous, powerful women hang out with other famous, powerful people. Michelle Obama or Ivanka Trump might volunteer at a soup kitchen on Christmas, but usually, they’re speaking to captains of industry, lobbying wealthy donors, or attending cocktail parties...
Hail, holy Lady, most holy Queen, Mary, Mother of God, ever Virgin.You were chosen by the Most High Father in heaven,consecrated by Him, with His most Holy Beloved Son and the Holy Spirit, the Comforter. On you descended and still remains all the fullness...
Mary made 15 promises to those who commit to praying the Holy Rosary. Watch the video to see what they are! 15 Promises Of The Rosary