There are many feasts during this month, the first one is May the first, feast of St. Joseph. Let us ask him to guide us in our every day paths.
This month is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. She is also our Mother. She cares for us every day. Let us honor her in a special way with special devotions, like daily Marian prayers, hymn singing, and reading scriptures from the Word of God relating to Our Lady. Let us welcome the Word of God like Mary did, that will nourish our souls. Mary is our model of faith; let us ask her to help us to pray with a humble heart. This month of Mary was promoted by different popes.
Some prayers include the Rosary, meditating on the life of Mary and Jesus, on the different mysteries of their lives. Let us make it a spiritual practice. Mary is our faithful companion in our journeys. I recommend to you to recite the rosary everyday during this month.
It is a good time to pray to Mary during our difficulties in our lives. Let us put all our trust in her to help us in our everyday needs.
Pope Francis had a real religious devotion to Mary, especially after some of his apostolic journeys to different countries; he went to the Basilica St. Mary Major for a time of personal prayer. Mary was his courage and joyful hope.
“Let us entrust to Mary, our trials and tribulations, together with our joys and consolations”, says Pope Francis.
Our foundress, Saint Marie Rivier, also had a deep affection for Mary, placing complete trust in her, for all her undertakings.
“Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin Mary too much”, says St. Maximilian Kolbe.
Hail Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou amongst women.
And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now.
And at the hour of our death. Amen.
