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Pope Francis prays before a statue of Mary in St. Peter's Basilica on Nov. 30, 2013.

For Pope Francis, Mary's greatness comes down to this one virtue

Aug 15, 2015

By Elise Harris

On the feast of the Assumption of Mary, Pope Francis said that faith is the defining virtue of her greatness,... Read more

May Crowning at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Gujranwala, Pakistan May 30, 2015.

For Pakistan Catholics, Mary is protector and bridge for dialogue

Jun 13, 2015

Thousands of faithful gathered to crown Mary at a parish of the Lahore archdiocese last month, bringing prayers for peace,... Read more

American soldiers at a military ceremony at the WWI War Memorial in Lourdes, France on May 16, 2015.

A journey of pain and healing: one US Marine's prayer at Lourdes

May 20, 2015

By Elise Harris

After nearly losing his life in combat nine years ago, retired U.S. Marine Paul McQuigg journeyed to Lourdes with his... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates New Year's Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica for the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God of Jan. 1, 2015.

Without the Church, Jesus 'is at the mercy of our imagination,' Pope says

Jan 1, 2015

By Elise Harris

In his homily on New Year’s Day, Pope Francis said that Jesus and his mother Mary are “inseparable,” just like... Read more

Madonna of the Book by Sandro Botticelli. Courtesy of the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

How a modern DC art exhibit is learning womanhood from Mary

Dec 5, 2014

A new art exhibit in Washington, D.C., hopes to revive a sense of womanhood exemplified in the Virgin Mary, as... Read more

Pope Francis prays before a statue of Mary in St. Peter's Basilica on Nov. 30, 2013.

Mary the center of heavenly host, Pope says on All Saints Day

Nov 1, 2014

By Elise Harris

In his Angelus address for the solemnity of All Saints, Pope Francis said that it is a joy to have... Read more

Want to learn obedience? Look at the 'woman by the Cross'

Sep 15, 2014

By Ann Schneible

Celebrating Mass for the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows at the Santa Marta residence, Pope Francis reflected on the... Read more

Pope Francis prays before a statue of Mary in St. Peter's Basilica on Nov. 30, 2013.

Pope Francis entrusts Holy Land trip to Virgin Mary

May 23, 2014

Pope Francis privately visited the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome this morning to pray and entrust to the... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience Dec. 11, 2013.

We share in Mary's 'journey of faith,' says Pope

Jan 1, 2014

Pope Francis’ homily for the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God emphasized Mary's path of faith and hope as an... Read more

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Mary’s 'embrace' shows unity of the Americas, says Pope

Dec 11, 2013

By Elise Harris

At the end of his general audience, Pope Francis reflected on tomorrow’s feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of... Read more

Mary Undoer of Knots card for Pope Francis.

Thousands in Argentina celebrate Mary Undoer of Knots

Dec 10, 2013

Thousands of Argentineans gathered on Dec. 8 to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the enthroning of an image of Mary... Read more

Mary Undoer of Knots card.

Over 10,000 youth to send birthday card to Pope Francis

Dec 6, 2013

More than 10,000 young people have signed a giant birthday card for Pope Francis, offering their prayers and well-wishes for... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square on September 25, 2013 during his General Audience

Pope: Mary is united to Christ in the 'martyrdom' of her heart

Oct 23, 2013

By Elise Harris

In his weekly general audience, the Pope continued his catechesis on the Church, reflecting today on the importance of Mary... Read more