At the Register: How Mary’s Birthday Teaches Us About Hope
Mary’s entire life and example teach us to trust in God’s plan and promise, to have faith in God’s goodness and love, and to hope for the future.
Mary’s entire life and example teach us to trust in God’s plan and promise, to have faith in God’s goodness and love, and to hope for the future.
As queen and mother, Mary offers Catholics a model of mercy, strength, and intercession for our times.
Mary’s lesser-known title, Mother of Hope, is vital for current times. This article emphasizes that before we pray for peace, we should pray for hope, which aids us during hardships. The story of the Wedding at Cana is highlighted as an example of Mary’s role as a figure of hope. She intercedes for us, brings hope when all seems lost, and encourages trust in Jesus. Despite perceived hopelessness, Mary reminds us to persist in hope.
Mary is unlike any other mother. Her qualities excel beyond those of even the best mother imaginable. She loves us more than we can imagine.
The Catholic Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary annually on August 15. But there are no relics to venerate. Why?
It’s been a long-standing Catholic tradition to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary during the month of May. In most Catholic churches (and even in many Catholic homes), a “May Altar” is erected with a statue or picture of Mary, flowers, and perhaps candles. The altar stands from May 1-31 as Read more
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