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The Annunciation

In the midst of our Lenten journey, we joyfully celebrate today the great Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. At the hour of fulfillment, the archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary, a virgin betrothed to St. Joseph.  Knowing … Continue reading

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25 March: Feast of St Dismas, the Good Thief “who stole Heaven”

CP&S comment: The good Fr Z never fails to bring interesting Catholic anecdotes to our attention. On this important day of the Annunciation of Our Blessed Lady, plus the (supposed) consecration of Russia to her Immaculate Heart, let us meditate … Continue reading

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Ave Maria Gratia Plena!

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Feast of the Annunciation

  ANGELUS (Latin) V. Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariae. R. Et concepit de Spiritu Sancto. Ave Maria, gratia plena; Dominus tecum: benedicta tu in mulieribus, et benedictus fructus ventris tui Iesus. * Sancta Maria, Mater Dei ora pro nobis peccatoribus, nunc … Continue reading

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The Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

This great festival takes its name from the happy tidings brought by the angel Gabriel to the Blessed Virgin Mary, concerning the incarnation of the Son of God. It commemorates the most important embassy that was ever known: an embassy … Continue reading

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