The rosary-making ministry at St. Jude Church combines artistry, fellowship and stewardship By Lisa Dahm Hawaii Catholic Herald On the 25th anniversary of his pontificate in 2002, St. John Paul II released an apostolic letter titled “Rosarium Virginis Mariae” (“Rosary of the Virgin Mary”). In it, he calls the rosary a “prayer destined to bring […]
During month of Mary, consider praying the Franciscan Crown rosary
Hawaii Catholic Herald Look closely at images of St. Marianne Cope and her fellow Sisters of St. Francis and you will see, tucked into the simple white cord that secures their habits, a rosary dedicated to St. Francis that dates back hundreds of years and continues to be an essential part of Franciscan prayer life. […]
Mary offers mothers a powerful example of stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Each year, the month of May invites us to pause in gratitude. We celebrate Mother’s Day, and we honor Mary, the mother of God. These two observances naturally belong together, because in Mary we are given the clearest example of what faithful motherhood — and true Christian stewardship — looks […]
Jenna Marie Cooper: Why Mary’s perpetual virginity matters
Question Corner Q: Why is Mary’s perpetual virginity so important to us Catholics? I’ve had discussions with my Protestant friends about this, and while they believe Mary was a virgin when Jesus was born, they don’t understand why we’re so “hung up on” the idea that Mary remained a virgin for the rest of her […]
Mark milestone in Mary’s life with prayer and charity
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com In the rich tapestry of feasts within the Catholic Church, the feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary holds a special place. Celebrated on Nov. 21, this feast honors the young Mary’s dedication to God in the temple. It is a day to reflect on her unique role in […]
U.S. marks 5 years since consecration to Mary amid COVID
By Kimberley Heatherington OSV News Five years ago — on May 1, 2020, during the first terrifying stages of the COVID-19 pandemic — the bishops of the United States turned to Mary for protection. Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles — then president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops — led a “Renewal […]
Hawaii Catholic Harold’s Quiz: May 10, 2024
It is May, my Quizmates, the month of Our Blessed Mother! And so for you, a Marian quiz. Ave Maria, Regina coeli, Mater sanctissima! 1) MUSIC Which of these is not the title of a Marian hymn? a) “Sing of Mary, Pure and Lowly” b) “Salve Regina” c) “O Most Gracious Virgin” d) “My Hawaiian […]
Common questions about Mary, answered
By Robert Fastiggi OSV News During a visit to Naples in March 2015, Pope Francis spoke to a gathering of priests, seminarians and religious women. In his speech, he told them that a key way to make sure Jesus is at the center of their lives is to “ask his mother to take you to […]
Artist installs pro-life sculpture of Mary and preborn Jesus in Rome
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service ROME — If “beauty will save the world,” as Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky said, then “perhaps beauty can also save the unborn,” said Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz. “Artwork has the power to persuade and convince and move people,” and “the more representations we have of a mother and child […]
Centuries-old Marian icon provides solace, protection amid horror of war
By Christina Lee Knauss Catholic News Service As Ukrainians turn to their faith amid the ongoing tragedy of Russia’s invasion of their nation, many who follow both the Orthodox and Catholic traditions will look to an unusual icon of Mary as a symbol of the solace they seek. In some news photos, clergy are seen […]