Selected to inspire prayer, learning, and devotion.
Here you will find a selection of Marian articles, books, sacred art paintings, videos, and trusted websites, for those seeking to grow in knowledge and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
“Only God knows the good that can come about by reading one good Catholic book”. — St. John Bosco
True Devotion to Mary with Preparation for Total Consecration, By Saint Louis de Montfort St. Louis de Montfort teaches the easiest, most secure, and most perfect way to sainthood. There is no better way to become holy quickly, to please God, and to guarantee your eternal salvation than being truly devoted to Mary, the Mother of God. Covered in the book is the original source of the beautiful phrase “to Jesus through Mary”, in which St. Louis sums up all of Christian life. Purchase the book!
Champions of the Rosary by Fr. Donald H. Calloway, MIC Fr. Calloway tells the powerful story of the history of the rosary and its champions. The rosary is a spiritual sword, containing the saving mysteries of the God-Man. It has the power to conquer sin, defeat evil, and bring about peace. Fr. Calloway presents a complete history of this spiritual weapon, 26 of its greatest heroes, detailed accounts of its victories, 32 color images of the rosary in art, as well as endorsements from 4 cardinals, the Master General of the Dominicans, 10 Dominican bishops, and 20 other bishops from around the world! Purchase the book!
33 Days to Morning Glory: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat In Preparation for Marian Consecration by Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC An extraordinary 33-day journey to Marian consecration with four giants of Marian spirituality: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and Blessed Pope John Paul II. Fr. Gaitley masterfully summarizes their teaching, making it easy to grasp, and simple enough to put into practice. So, if you’ve been thinking about entrusting yourself to Mary for the first time or if you’re simply looking to deepen and renew your devotion to her, 33 Days to Morning Glory is the right book to read and the perfect retreat to make. Purchase the book!
Her Faceby Marion Wheeler, author. A source of Inspiration for Artists. Images of the Virgin Mary in Art portrays the life of the mother of Christ with nearly 100 full-page, color reproductions of the Virgin’s face as depicted by the world’s greatest artists from the twelfth century to the present. These compelling images are accompanied by selections from early to modern sacred and secular texts. Viewed together in this unique pictorial narrative, the life-sized portraits of Mary illuminate her dual nature as virgin and mother, mortal woman and immortal Queen of Heaven with a rare vitality, immediacy, and intensity that other collections lack. Purchase the book!
Lenten Journey With Mother Mary, by Fr. Edward Looney Lenten Journey with Mother Mary invites you to walk with the world’s model of faith and purity – the Virgin Mary herself – each day of your Lenten spiritual pilgrimage to Easter. Here the wise Fr. Edward Looney introduces Mary’s messages, dedicating each week of Lent to an overarching theme from her apparitions, drawing forth from them a vibrant new lived spirituality for you. With the help of Our Lady and Fr. Looney, you’ll discover here how to make your examinations of conscience more fruitful; you’ll learn powerful new methods of prayer; and you’ll gain an unwavering trust in Our Lord’s love and mercy. Purchase the book!
The Memorare Momentby Rev. Francis Joseph Hoffman (Fr. Rocky) You may be familiar with the Memorare, a devotional prayer to Our Lady that asks for her intercession in times of need. Or maybe you’ve never heard of the prayer but are interested in new ways to grow in devotion to Mary. The Memorare Moment by Father Rocky has something to offer to people at every stage of their spiritual lives. Encounter the profound and Christ-centered theology that underlines this Marian devotion. Experience its impact through inspiring stories in history – and throughout Father Rocky’s life. “The time has come for us to stand up and pray! Our friends, families, and world need to turn to this powerful prayer and our Blessed Mother’s guiding hand. This is the moment for Our Lady’s maternal intercession to bring about a change of hearts, a change of laws and a change of culture.” – Father Rocky Purchase the book!
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The Annunciation “The biblical description of the Annunciation expresses, in a very laconic form, truths fundamentally important for understanding the mystery of the Incarnation. Six months after her cousin Elizabeth conceived John the Baptist, God sent the angel Gabriel to Mary to announce to her that she would become the Mother of the “Son of the Most High” who would be King of Israel and whose name would be Jesus, which in Hebrew means “God saves”. In his description of the Annunciation, St. Luke calls Mary a virgin (parthenos in Greek); hence, Mary’s doubt expressed in the conversation with the angel concerned the very possibility of conceiving a son. In response, this teenage girl heard that the Holy Spirit would come upon her and the power of the Most High would overshadow her. At the end of the conversation, Mary gave her fiat: “Behold, the Lord’s bond-servant; may it be done to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38).” (Excerpt from the Theology of the Annunciation: article written by Jarosław Kupczak OP).
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