Mary is a model of the kind of openness to the Holy Spirit that all Christians should have, an openness that allowed her to say “yes” to God’s plan for the salvation of the world, Pope Francis said.
There are five days devoted to Mary in August.
The Vatican Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith announced in June that alleged apparitions of the Virgin Mary outside of Rome are not supernatural, upholding the local bishop’s ban … Learn More
This greeting was reserved for Mary alone.
Seven years ago this May, the Church celebrated the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Mary to three shepherd children at Fatima. To commemorate the event, Pope Francis visited Portugal, … Learn More
The origins of the May devotion has been traced to Italy in 1784.
During a visit to Naples in March 2015, Pope Francis spoke to a gathering of priests, seminarians and religious women. In his speech, he told them that a key way … Learn More
The month, filled with devotions, is truly a spring celebration for Catholics.
How to to celebrate Mary and the Solemnity of the Annunciation.
Rosary Club is led by volunteers from the Legion of Mary from Saint Joseph’s Church.
