Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary

It is impossible to describe here the light, splendor and admirable beauty of her glory; it will suffice to consider that as the divine Mother gave to her most holy Son a human form in her virginal womb, and gave it most pure and spotless for the Redemption of the world, so, in return for [...]

Consecration Renewal – Day 25

Day 25 of Consecration Preparation from 2008 (or renewal) From “Mary, Human and Holy” (Antonio Bello) Chapter 24: Woman of the Third Day Although it cannot be found in the Scriptures, Bishop Bello believes that Mary witnessed the Resurrection. The risen Jesus appeared to others afterwards, and theologians “tell us that the resurrection was hidden [...]

Presentation of Mary

 The Memorial of the Presentation of Mary is celebrated on November 21st.  The theme of this Memorial is:  total consecration to the Lord through Mary. Although not mentioned in the Bible, this ancient feast is based on information taken from one of the apocryphal Gospels, the Protevangelium of James.  In it we are told that at the [...]

Our Lady, Queen of Apostles

“The Virgin Mary with the Apostles and Other Saints” (1423-4), Fra Angelico Excerpt from: “The Divine Life of the Most Holy Virgin”, by Ven. Mary of Agreda, pgs. 220-221: Holy Exercises in the Supper-Room Before Pentecost: She [Mary] assembled them together twice a day in the Supper-room, and being commanded by St. John or St. [...]