Marian devotion
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How Pope Francis spread devotion to Our Lady, Undoer of Knots
The popular devotion traces its origins to Germany, in 1612, when a priest ministered to a couple in a difficult... Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis marks Immaculate Conception in Rome with prayer, surprise art visit
Pope Francis marked the Immaculate Conception by visiting to two of Rome’s most important Marian sites, followed by an unexpected... Read more
Pope on 150th anniversary of Our Lady of Pompeii: ‘Rediscover the beauty of the rosary’
The pope marked the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the image of Our Lady of the... Read more
‘Novena to the Mother of God for the Nation’ to begin Oct. 27 as election draws near
Beginning on Sunday, Oct. 27, the Eternal World Television Network (EWTN) will launch a nine-day novena in anticipation of the... Read more
The rosary: common myths and facts
October is designated by the Catholic Church as the Month of the Rosary. Here are seven common myths and facts... Read more
Vatican approves devotion at Medjugorje while not pronouncing on authenticity of ‘alleged messages’
The Vatican has approved Marian devotion at Medjugorje without pronouncing on the authenticity of alleged apparitions, emphasizing positive spiritual fruits. Read more
Marian procession in Tunisia brings Catholics and Muslims together
Every year in the heart of North Africa, the country of Tunisia offers a unique spectacle: an annual procession honoring... Read more
St. Maximilian Kolbe’s weapon for evangelization: the Miraculous Medal
As World War II raged around him in Poland, St. Maximilian Kolbe fought for souls using a printing press and... Read more
Here are 5 Catholic practices to help strengthen your faith life in 2024
In the constant search for spiritual growth and connection to the sacred in everyday life, discovering new ways to strengthen... Read more
Divine Shepherdess procession in Venezuela draws 2.7 million
More than 2.7 million people gathered in the city of Barquisimeto in Lara state, Venezuela, on Jan. 14 to accompany... Read more
Why is Our Lady of Guadalupe patroness of the unborn?
The Virgin of Guadalupe is not only considered the patroness of the Americas, but she is also patroness of the... Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis honors Virgin Mary on solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Pope Francis prayed in front of a statue of the Immaculate Conception near Rome’s Spanish Steps, which sits atop a... Read more
22,000 people pray ‘living rosary’ for peace in violence-plagued Mexican state
Thousands gathered on Nov. 5 in the León city stadium in Guanajuato state in Mexico to participate in the traditional... Read more
Here’s a beautiful prayer you can say on the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly 2023
The prayer from the Vatican’s Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life invokes Mary’s intercession. Read more
PHOTOS: Procession in Rome honors Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Led by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, a procession through the streets of Rome took place this past Sunday beginning at... Read more
‘Mary, Explained’ series addresses Marian devotion in Arlington Diocese and beyond
In preparation for its upcoming golden jubilee, the Virginia diocese has created a seven-part series to explain why the Church... Read more
Pope Francis compares the life of a priest to the mysteries of the rosary
Pope Francis told seminarians on Saturday that praying the rosary can “unveil the mysteries of the priesthood” in its moments... Read more
Construction worker travels hundreds of miles by horse to pay homage to Blessed Virgin Mary
Arriving at the feet of Mary was “indescribable,” said the cowboy pilgrim, Sergio Ariel Ozán. Read more
Filipino mall exhibits more than 50 images of the Virgin Mary to celebrate her nativity
The oldest major shopping center in the Philippines is exhibiting more than 50 Marian images to celebrate the feast of... Read more
Pope Francis to Medjugorje youth festival: 'Follow the example of Mary'
Pope Francis has urged the thousands of young people gathered at Medjugorje this week to follow the example of the... Read more
