Ad Jesum per Mariam

Ad Jesum per Mariam

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  1. An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage

    6d ago

    An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage

    An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage Take a special spiritual pilgrimage and join several dozen pilgrims in Eucharistic Adoration and the praying of the Rosary. Each decade of the Rosary is accompanied by thoughtful reflections designed to deepen your meditation and prayer. At the beginning of this pilgrimage, St. Louis de Montfort speaks about what he considered the single greatest mistake made by many who pray the Rosary. Listen carefully to his words and discover how this timeless wisdom can enrich your own devotion. As the pilgrims at the Shrine kneel before the Blessed Sacrament exposed in the Monstrance, we invite you to create a prayerful atmosphere in your own home. If possible, place a crucifix or cross nearby as you pray the Rosary. You may also wish to light a candle, provided it can be done safely, as a visible reminder of Christ’s presence and the light of faith. For those who wish to proceed directly to specific portions of the pilgrimage: Gospel and Homily: approximately 13:40 Rosary and Reflections: approximately 24:27 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- This bilingual evening of Eucharistic Adoration and Rosary at the Shrine . . . . . . centers on the Blessed Virgin Mary as the one who leads souls to Jesus Christ, the source of all grace. Drawing from the Gospel of the Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38), the Homily reflects on Mary’s title as “Full of Grace” and presents her as the Mediatrix through whom Christ entered the world and through whom believers continue to encounter Him. The Homily also emphasizes St. Louis de Montfort’s teaching that Christians should begin the Rosary by identifying the particular grace they most need, entrusting their intentions to Our Lady with confidence. Against the backdrop of gathering darkness, the candlelit prayer becomes a symbol of faith, hope, and Christ’s victory over sin and death. A recurring theme throughout the evening is Mary’s role as the “Star of the Sea,” guiding pilgrims safely through the changing seas of life toward the eternal harbor of salvation. The Rosary includes reflections before each decade. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Madonna di Foligno: Italian Painter: Raphael: 1511 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why was this Painting Selected: Mary appears enthroned in glory with the Christ Child while serving as an intercessor between heaven and earth. The painting beautifully reflects the homily’s theme of Mary as Mediatrix of Grace, bringing souls to Christ. On the left are the kneeling are St. Francis of Assisi and St. John the Baptist.

    1h 4m
  2. Praying with the Heart: Lessons from the Our Father

    6d ago

    Praying with the Heart: Lessons from the Our Father

    Praying with the Heart: Lessons from the Our Father The Homily centers on three important lessons found within the Lord’s Prayer. First, when Christians pray “Our Father,” they acknowledge a profound relationship with God. God is not distant or indifferent but a loving Father who knows His children, cares about their struggles, and desires to accompany them through every aspect of life. The Homily recounts a conversation with a child who loved the Lord’s Prayer because it allowed him to call God “Father,” highlighting the intimacy and trust that should characterize every prayer. Second, the prayer reminds believers that God is “our” Father, not merely “my” Father. This communal dimension challenges Christians to recognize that every person is loved by the same God. Therefore, prayer cannot remain self-centered; it must move believers toward compassion, concern, and charity for others. Finally, the petition “Thy will be done” teaches that prayer is ultimately an act of surrender. While people bring their needs and concerns before God, true prayer seeks alignment with God’s will rather than demanding specific outcomes. God always responds to sincere prayer, though His answers may differ from what is expected. We are called to pray with conviction, trust in God’s loving response, and remain attentive to the ways He works in their lives. Hear more within this Meditation Media ----------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Christ in Gethsemane: German Painter: Heinrich Hoffman: 1886

    11 min
  3. Storing Up Treasures in Heaven

    Jun 26

    Storing Up Treasures in Heaven

    Storing Up Treasures in Heaven In this Homily, Jesus calls His disciples to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. The Homily explains that during biblical times people commonly measured wealth through fine clothing, gold and silver, abundant harvests, honor, and power. Yet all these earthly treasures are temporary. Clothes wear out, food decays, wealth can be stolen, and worldly achievements eventually pass away. Through examples such as the rich man and Lazarus and the parable of the rich fool, Jesus reminds His followers that material possessions cannot provide lasting security or eternal life. The Homily emphasizes that the true treasure of heaven is Jesus Christ Himself. Quoting Saint Louis de Montfort . . . “To have Jesus is to have everything” . . . and Saint Augustine’s teaching to love God above all things and love everything else for God’s sake, the Homily invites us to examine our priorities. What Occupies Our First Thoughts What occupies our first thoughts in the morning and our final thoughts at night? God asks not only for our love, but for our supreme love. When God becomes the highest good in our lives, all other gifts . . . family, friendships, work, talents, and possessions . . . find their proper place. The challenge of Christian discipleship is to make God our greatest treasure so that our hearts remain fixed on Him. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Painting: Sermon on the Mount: Carl Bloch (1834 -1890) -------------------------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: Matthew 6:19-23 First Reading: 2 Kings 11:1-4, 9-18, 20 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Why this Image Was Selected: This painting portrays Christ teaching the very principles that form the foundation of the Homily. It captures Jesus instructing His followers about heavenly values, spiritual priorities, and the eternal kingdom.

    9 min
  4. The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart

    Jun 19

    The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart

    The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart This conference represents a Marian retreat centered on praying . . . . . . “with Mary, in Mary, through Mary, and for Mary,” emphasizing that the purpose of the day is not primarily intellectual instruction but interior experience. The opening prayer . . . the Little Crown of the Blessed Virgin . . . draws on Revelation 12’s image of the woman crowned with twelve stars, structured as three “crowns”: excellence (Mary’s virtues and divine motherhood), power (her royal and mediating role in salvation history), and goodness (her compassion toward sinners, the suffering, and the dying). The second half of the reflection develops a meditation on the biblical meaning of the “heart.” In Scripture, the heart is not merely emotion but the center of the human person, the place of desire, loyalty, and moral orientation . . . what shapes either good fruit or evil actions (Luke 6:45; Mark 7). The heart is also closely linked with the eyes and ears: what one sees and hears shapes obedience or resistance to God. A divided heart, influenced by many “lords” such as wealth, power, or ego, contrasts with the single-hearted obedience demanded by the Shema (“The Lord is one”). Mary is presented as the model of this unified heart . . . completely ordered toward God, perfectly receptive to His Word, and fully cooperative with the Holy Spirit. In this light, the Immaculate Heart of Mary is understood as the perfectly purified human heart in total relationship with God . . .fully obedient to the Father, receptive to the Son, and fruitful through the Holy Spirit. Her responses in Scripture (“Let it be done to me according to your word,” and “My soul magnifies the Lord”) reveal her as the “echo of God,” where every honor given to her returns as praise to God. The retreat concludes by inviting participants to examine their own hearts: who or what is their true “lord,” and whether their hearts are unified in God or divided among competing loyalties. Listen to this Meditation Media. The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Madonna of the Magnificat: Italian Painter: Sandro Botticelli: 1481 This circular painting is by the Italian Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli. Some know this painting under the title the Virgin and Child with Five Angels. In the painting, we see Our Lady writing the Magnificat with her right hand. Two angels are crowning Our Lady, with the Christ child on her lap. It now resides in the gallery of the Uffizi, in Florence. Note: we often see a smaller version of this painting; focusing on the Crowning of Our Lady. This is the full painting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why was this image selected: Mary is shown writing the Magnificat, embodying the idea that everything in her life returns as praise to God . . . an artistic expression of her being the “echo of God.”

    56 min
  5. Mary, Mother of the Church

    May 31

    Mary, Mother of the Church

    Mary, Mother of the Church Today’s Homily reflects on the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, . . . . . . highlighting the Church’s growing recognition of Mary’s unique role in salvation history. The Homily explains that Mary’s motherhood of the Church begins with her “yes” at the Annunciation, where she became the New Eve and cooperated in God’s plan of redemption. Her presence at the foot of the Cross, where Jesus entrusted her to the beloved disciple, reveals her spiritual motherhood over all believers. Mary is also present at Pentecost, praying with the first Christian community as the Holy Spirit descends upon the Church. As the one assumed into heaven, she serves as a model and guide for all Christians on their journey toward eternal glory. The feast celebrates Mary as the mother, protector, and spiritual companion of the faithful, leading us ever closer to Christ. Listen to this Meditation Media. Mary, Mother of the Church ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: John 19: 25-34 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work The Madonna of the Roses: French Artist and Painter: William-Adolphe Bouguereau: 1903 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why was this image selected: This painting presents Mary as a tender and protective mother. The image beautifully reflects the Homily’s central theme that Mary nurtures and guides all believers as Mother of the Church.

    10 min
  6. Fatima Conference: Five Saturdays of Reparation

    May 23

    Fatima Conference: Five Saturdays of Reparation

    Five Saturdays of Reparation This conference explores the rich history, theology, and spiritual meaning behind the Five First Saturdays Devotion . . . . . . associated with Sister Lucia and Our Lady of Fatima. The conference explains that devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturdays long predates Fatima, arising from the Church’s meditation on Holy Saturday, when Mary alone remained steadfast in faith while Christ lay in the tomb. Over centuries, Christians began dedicating Saturdays . . . and especially First Saturdays . . . to honoring Mary’s role in salvation history, meditating on the mysteries of the Rosary, and growing spiritually through communal prayer. The conference highlights how the Five First Saturdays requested at Fatima are not a completely new devotion, but a focused renewal of older Marian traditions, emphasizing fervor over routine and intentional prayer over empty habit. Why Five First Saturdays? The conference further explains the spiritual practices requested for the Five First Saturdays: Holy Communion, Confession, praying the Rosary, fifteen minutes of meditation on the mysteries, and offering these acts in reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The conference also explores the five types of Reparation. The devotion is presented as both deeply personal and profoundly catechetical, inviting believers to understand and defend Marian doctrines such as the Immaculate Conception, perpetual virginity, and Mary’s motherhood of God and the Church. The reflection also stresses the importance of reverence, beauty, and intentionality in Catholic devotion, warning against mediocrity and neglect in honoring sacred things. Ultimately, the Five First Saturdays are portrayed as an act of love, reparation, and perseverance, with the promise that the Blessed Mother will assist the faithful with the graces needed at the hour of death. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Two Views of the Official New York State Fatima Pilgrim Image

    35 min
  7. Childlike Trust and the Path to Holiness

    May 22

    Childlike Trust and the Path to Holiness

    Childlike Trust and the Path to Holiness Today’s homily reflects on the message of Our Lady of Fátima apparitions and its enduring relevance for the modern world. The homily emphasizes that in the midst of the turmoil of 1917, during the First World War, Heaven chose not worldly leaders but three humble shepherd children to receive Mary’s message. We are reminded that childlike trust and openness to God are essential for entering the Kingdom of Heaven. The central themes of the homily include praying the Rosary daily for peace, offering penance and repentance for sinners, and cultivating devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. True Devotion to Mary Must Come from the Heart, and … Drawing heavily from the teachings of Saint Louis de Montfort, the homily explains that true devotion to Mary must come from the heart, be rooted in trust, strive toward holiness, remain consistent through hardships, and move beyond self-interest into a genuine relationship with Mary that leads souls to Jesus Christ. The Gospel passage from Gospel of Luke is presented as confirmation that Mary’s greatness lies in her perfect obedience to the Word of God, making her the model disciple for all Christians. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Song of the Angels: French Painter: William Adolphe Bouguereau: 1881

    13 min
  8. Praying in the Spirit of Christ

    May 18

    Praying in the Spirit of Christ

    Praying in the Spirit of Christ Today’s homily reflects on Jesus’ promise . . . . . . in the Gospel of John that “whatever you ask in my name” will be granted. The homily explains that praying “in Jesus’ name” is not a magical formula or a phrase added to the end of prayer, but rather a way of living and praying in deep union with Christ and according to His Spirit. True Christian prayer requires surrendering one’s own will and conforming oneself to the self-giving, obedient, and loving Spirit of Jesus. The homily emphasizes the importance of the Holy Spirit, especially in the days between Ascension and Pentecost, as the source of authentic Christian life and prayer. It also highlights the communal dimension of prayer within the Church, especially in the Eucharist, where Christ Himself prays with and through His people. Ultimately, the homily teaches that authentic prayer leads not merely to receiving what one wants, but to experiencing the joy of salvation, communion with the Father, and participation in the very life of Christ. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Christ in Gethsemane: German Painter: Heinrich Hoffman: 1886

    23 min
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