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MARY, MOTHER OF GOD. In Search of the Woman Who Changed History. By Grzegorz Górny and Janusz Rosikon. Ignatius Press. 400 pages; $34.95. To order: Ignatius.com; other books by these authors are ...
Dr. Mark Mirvalle, a professor of theology at Ave Maria University in Florida, explains why Mary, the mother of Jesus is an important figure during the Advent and Christmas seasons.
The "Mary" movie is No. 1 on the streaming service, reinforcing the interest in the Mother of God. But what does it mean to be "full of grace"? A theology professor and author shared insight.
Our Mother promises us today, in that beautiful first reading: “Whoever obeys me will not be put to shame, whoever serves me ...
Since the Roman Calendar Reform of 1969, the Church observes Jan. 1 as the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. This is not, however, an observance pulled out of whole cloth.
Catholic theologians have long cited Mary’s freely chosen assent as a model for all Catholics. Then-Pope Benedict XVI said in a 2006 homily that “in being loved, in receiving the gift of God ...
‘Mother of God’ at the Southwest Arts Center gives audiences the chance to see a brand-new, ... the musical, directed by Jade Lambert-Smith, depicts Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Pope Francis accepts offertory gifts from children dressed as the Three Kings as he celebrates Mass on the feast of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican on Jan. 1, 2023.
‘Mary’ Review: An Epic Biopic for the Mother of God No genre gesture goes untapped in this Netflix film, a coming-of-age saga about the Virgin Mary featuring Anthony Hopkins as King Herod ...
IN the Catholic Church, the very first day of the New Year is the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God — the Octave (eighth day) of Christmas. Every year I write about the Christmas season and insist ...