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“And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven” (Matthew 16:18-19).…

“The queen stands at your right hand, arrayed in gold” (Ps 45:10). Dear Marian Helpers and Members of our Marian Family, Just a quick note that this year, since 15 August is a Saturday, the Solemnity of the Assumption is transferred in some countries (like England and Wales) to Sunday, 16 August. In others, it remains on 15 August and…

The month of August is traditionally devoted to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. So it is fitting to begin a new monthly series, “Mary’s Immaculate Heart.” We will learn about the history behind devotion to Mary, the special appeal to her Immaculate Heart, and how we can practice this prayer in our own lives. By Dr. Veronica Szczygiel Within the…

“The Solemnity of the Assumption is an important feast in the Church’s calendar, not only because it’s one of the greatest celebrations in honour of Our Lady, but because, in a sense, it is our feast as well. Mary’s Assumption into Heaven is a sign of hope that we, too, are called to share one day in the glory of…

“After the fire there was a tiny whispering sound. When he heard this, Elijah hid his face in his cloak and went and stood at the entrance of the cave” (1 Kings 19:12-13). Dear Marian Helpers and Members of our Marian Family, There are many things that we fear. Some fears are obvious, such as spiders or snakes. Others are…

“Taking the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, [Jesus] said the blessing, broke the loaves, and gave them to the disciples, who in turn gave them to the crowds. They all ate and were satisfied…” (Mt 14:19-20) Dear Marian Helpers and Members of our Marian Family, Over the centuries, there have been many interpretations of…

[Jesus said,] “The kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and gathered fish of every kind. When it was full, men drew it ashore and sat down and sorted the good into vessels but threw away the bad. So it will be at the end of the age” (Mt 13:47-49). Dear Marian Helpers and Members of…

“You, O LORD, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in kindness and fidelity. Turn toward me, and have pity on me; give your strength to your servant” (Ps 86:15-16). Dear Marian Helpers and Members of our Marian Family, In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the wheat and the weeds. When the servants discover…

“But the seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold” (Mt 13:23). Dear Marian Helpers and Members of our Marian Family, I recently discovered a quote that I really like. It’s from a book called The Art of Worldly Wisdom, a…

The Marian Fathers invite you to join them at the second annual WeBelieve Festival, to be held from 24th-27th July at the historic and beautiful setting of St Mary’s College, Oscott, just outside Birmingham. “Last year’s WeBelieve Festival was extraordinary, with more than 2,000 people in attendance,” recalls Fr. Alex Pumphrey, MIC, who will return this year with Fr. Patrick…