Assumption of Mary
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Pope Francis: Mary goes before us on the journey of life
During his Angelus on the solemnity of the Assumption, the pope reminded Catholics that the Blessed Virgin Mary always “goes... Read more
The Sistine Chapel was consecrated to Our Lady of the Assumption: 5 things to know
The famous chapel derives its name from the man who consecrated it: Pope Sixtus IV, who served as the Roman... Read more
French government warns of ‘very high’ terrorist threat on Catholic solemnity
According to BFMTV, the French minister of the interior instructed local officials to advise Christian leaders on preventative security measures. Read more
Drama reenacting the assumption of Mary returns to Valencia Cathedral after 400 years
After 400 years, the Valencia Cathedral has reintroduced the performance of the “Mystery of the Assumption of the Virgin” drama. Read more
Pope Francis calls for a ‘spirit of service’ on feast of Mary’s assumption
In his Aug. 15 Angelus reflection, the pope pointed to the Blessed Mother as a “woman of service” to her... Read more
Pope Francis on Assumption feast: 'Humility is the way that leads to heaven'
On the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Francis gave a reminder that God exalts those... Read more
Vatican cardinal marks 70 years since proclamation of dogma of the Assumption
Catholics in Rome marked the 70th anniversary of the proclamation of the dogma of the Assumption Sunday with a solemn... Read more
Pope Francis asks Mary 'Mother of Hope' to intercede for Nigeria's persecuted Christians
Pope Francis prayed Saturday for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, “Mother of Hope,” for Nigeria’s persecuted Christians and... Read more
Pope Francis: Mary’s Assumption was a 'giant leap for mankind'
On the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Francis said that Mary’s assumption into Heaven was... Read more
Pope Francis gives thousands of rosaries to Christians in Syria
Pope Francis announced Thursday that he is giving 6,000 blessed rosaries to Catholic communities in Syria as a sign of... Read more
Pope Francis entrusts those who are suffering to the Virgin Mary
On the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven, Pope Francis entrusted any person who is suffering, in mind... Read more
