The majority of survey respondents cited their Marian devotions as having played an important role in the discernment and living of their call to religious life.
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The Marian devotion that unites Dominicans and Haitians despite decades of persecution
Whatever conflict may exist between them, thousands of Dominicans and Haitians gather as one each year on Jan. 21 in Salvaleón de Higüey to celebrate Our Lady of Altagracia.
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At New Year we remember Mary and the depth of Christmas
A Homily for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, by Father Klein
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Follow Mary’s example: Women can be leaders in the church without ordination
The unique perspectives and gifts that women bring, in collaboration with clergy, enrich the church in ways that go beyond what ordination could offer.
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Mariachi, rosaries and devoted Latino Catholics: My morning at a procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe
In the face of fear and threats to our community, Latinos from around the city gathered in a public veneration of Our Lady of Guadalupe––seeking comfort in her and in each other.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe is a spiritual refuge for Hispanic Catholics in L.A.
In places like Compton and East L.A., Our Lady of Guadalupe is celebrated as a symbol of hope and protection. She is the protector of the unborn, the oppressed and the immigrants.
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Lourdes confirms 71st miracle—and the first for an English speaker
The list of miracles that have taken place at the French Marian shrine in Lourdes now includes, for the first time, an English-speaking soldier.
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Mary’s Immaculate Conception proclaims that all is grace
A Homily for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, by Father Terrance Klein
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Review: ‘Mary’ on Netflix presents the Virgin mother with an edge
“You may think you know my story,” says Mary, having galloped into the movie on horseback. “Trust me. You don’t.”
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Our Lady of Champion: America’s own Marian miracle is a story of immigrants, service and survival
Despite the popularity of pilgrimages to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, located in Wisconsin, the apparition was not officially approved for worship until 2023.