Explore online resources on the Blessed Mother:
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For families:MAKE A MINI INDOOR MARY GARDEN with your kids at home, from Catholic Icing.
MAKE AN OUTDOOR MARY GARDEN at home, with seven steps from "Real Life at Home."
Facing New and Uncertain Situations Like Mary: A Family Faith-Sharing Guide
Explore Mary’s faith and trust in God with the help of our family faith-sharing guide, from Loyola Press. Marian Treasure Hunt
Explore the highlights of Mary’s life with a fun treasure hunt. Designed to be used as a family activity at home, the clues lead children to think about the Annunciation, the Visitation, and more. From Loyola Press. Marian Resources Find activities, prayers, and more to celebrate Mary, our first model of discipleship. From Loyola Press. Free Mary, Mother of God, Activities and Prayers - Month of Mary
Download the Mary Mother of God kit from Sadlier Religion |
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For adults:The "All About Mary" website from the University of Dayton gives access to art, film, symbols, music, and much more about Mary.
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
Conversing with Mary, Colloquy-Style, is the story of how one DRE came to appreciate Mary’s intercession by having conversations with her using the Ignatian style of prayer known as colloquy.
"Mary, A Mother for us all" from the Daughters of St. Paul
You. Look. Great. A Marian Reflection for Catechists, from Loyola Press
10 Tips for Catechists from the Blessed Virgin Mary Learn ministry tips from the Blessed Virgin Mary as drawn out by catechist and author Bob Burnham. From Loyola Press. |
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For teens...GIVE TEENS A TREASURE HUNT from Saint Mary's Press for exploring the website of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
GIVE TEENS A REFLECTION PAGE from Catechist Magazine for considering God's message to them.
Where is That in the Bible? The University of Dayton offers a List of Marian related questions, many with Bible verses as a response, that could be made into a fun game with teens who often want to know "Where is that in the Bible?
"Mary of Nazareth" overview of her significant influence and related doctrines posted by Saint Mary's Press
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For children:10- and 20-minute lessons for children that can be done at home or in the parish from Loyola Press:
Mary, Mother of Sorrows Mary Name Mary Prays for Us Praying the Hail Mary with Actions Marian Treasure Hunt May Crowning at Home Marian Resources gives activities, prayers, and more to celebrate Mary, our first model of discipleship—including the downloadable “Story of Mary” coloring book, from Loyola Press. FREE PRINTABLES for May Crowning, Mary Scripture Quest, Mary Mother of God activities, and other ideas from Sadlier Religion.
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The Rosary:How to Pray the Rosary from Saint Mary's Press for elementary-aged children.
How to Pray the Rosary from Saint Mary's Press for high-school ages. Rosary Craft from Loyola Press. Invite families to make their own rosaries. Also from Jo Paprocki. |
Here are a few Marian books that you may want to consider purchasing
or borrowing from your local library (if they have it):
or borrowing from your local library (if they have it):
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Enriching Faith: Lessons, Prayers and Activities on Mary. Glavich, Mary Kathleen. Twenty Third Publications, 2016.
Help children develop a lifelong love for our Blessed Mother with 32 kid-friendly lessons and activities. This easy-to-use resource can help you teach memorably about Mary and invite your learners to deeper reflection and prayer. Here are just a few of the many Marian subjects covered: The meaning and origin of prayers and devotions, such as the Hail Mary, the Miraculous Medal, the Rosary, and the scapular; the Immaculate Conception; Important events in Mary’s life such as The Annunciation, the Visitation, and the Flight into Egypt; Mary’s titles, roles, and feasts; her apparitions at Lourdes, Fatima, and elsewhere, and what they mean for each of us |
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Mary: Favored by God
by Cackie Upchurch Little Rock Scripture Study, 2016. This 3-session bible study for adults from Little Rock Scripture Study explores the key events in the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Includes colorful maps, photos, artwork, and questions for group discussion. |
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My Spirit Rejoices: Imagining and Praying the Magnificat with Mary.
by Marci Alborghetti Twenty Third Publications, 2015. Let this unique book transport you back to Judea, to the home of Elizabeth and Zechariah, as you imagine Mary’s visitation and prayer. Using historical and biblical background, Alborghetti pieces together a narrative to help you read and pray each verse of the Magnificat. Includes questions for individual and group reflection. |
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A Treasury of Marian Prayers: A Handbook of Popular Devotions
by Sr. Janet Schaeffler, OP Twenty-Third Publications, 2017 Contains all the traditional Marian prayers from the Angelus and Regina Coeli to the Rosary of the Seven Sorrows. Arranged by topic and with fascinating background information, it also includes litanies, prayers that honor Mary’s various titles, intercessory prayers, including the oldest known prayer to Mary, and many beloved prayers written by saints. A lovely book for anyone seeking to understand Mary or deepen their relationship with this most faithful disciple, mother, Queen, and friend. Click here to see a sample of this book. |
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Mary
by Kathy Coffey Orbis Books, 2009 Inspires us to see the mother of Jesus as our spiritual mother and as a model for women everywhere. |
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The Prayer of Mary: Living the Surrendered Life
by Keith A. Fournier with Lela Gilbert Nelson Books, 2005 Present humility, simplicity, and selfless love as fitting responses to the loving invitation of God, who visits people in their daily lives and invites them into relationship. |
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Blessed Art Thou: Mother, Lady, Mystic, Queen
by Michael O'Neill McGrath with prayers by Richard N. Fragomeni World Library Publications, 2004 Features vibrant contemporary art of the Virgin Mary by renowned artist, painter, and author Michael ONeill McGrath, OSFS, of Washington D.C., along with prayers written by Richard Fragomeni, priest of the diocese of Albany, New York and associate professor of Word and Worship at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. Mary is presented throughout as an inclusive and unifying figure in an increasingly diverse church. The titles in the book which inspired each of the paintings are from the Litany of Loreto, one of the oldest prayers of the Catholic Church, passed down through the ages. |
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Wholly Mary: Mother of God
by Chris Padgett St. Anthony Messenger Press, 2011 Walks us through what the bible says about the Mother of God, what she has meant to the Church thorough the centuries, what the apparitions add, and what the saints have told us about her. |
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The Everything Mary Book: The Life and Legacy of the Blessed Mother
by Jenny Schroedel and Reverend John Schroedel Adams Media, 2006 Explores the place of Mary in Christianity as well as her role in the broader world, both secular and religious. Learn about: the Immaculate Conception, the Virgin Birth, Mary in medieval times, the role of Mary in popular culture, and Islam and Mary. |
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Mary: Spiritual Thoughts Series
by Pope Benedict XVI USCCB Publishing, 2008 Pope Benedict XVI shares his thoughts on Mary as the mother of God and pillar of the Church in this two-volume book. Enjoy selections from the Pope's writings, speeches, and sermons on occasions celebrating Mary. Let the Holy Father's explanation of the special Catholic understanding of Mary's mystery enrich your faith journey. |
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Mary of Nazareth
Ignatius Press Film, 2014 DVD, 153 minutes Captures the essence of Mary’s profound faith and trust in God amidst the great mysteries that she lived with as the Mother of the Messiah, as well as her compassionate humanity and concern for others, and the deep love that she and Jesus shared for one another. The movie underscores her special role in God’s plan for our redemption, her unique relationship with Christ, and the tremendous suffering that she endured in union with his passion and death, as well as her serene joy at his Resurrection. |
Online Advent Resources for Mary:
December 12
Our Lady of Guadalupe activities:
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for teens...A song, prayers, and reflection on Our Lady of Guadalupe for teens from Ave Maria Press
for children...A lesson for children adaptable for home use from Loyola Press:
Our Lady of Guadalupe Lesson and activities on Juan Diego and Our Lady of Guadalupe from Sadlier Religion: In English En español for everyone...
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Celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God, on January 1.
Get reflections and activities for children and families on the readings of the day HERE, from Loyola Press.
DOWNLOAD a Mary, Mother of God kit from Sadlier Press, including prayers and activities to honor Mary.
Find a reflection for parents and suggestions for bringing the feast alive in a family HERE, from RCL Benziger.
For adults, find a short history of this title for Mary, plus a prayer for the New Year HERE, from Franciscan Media.
DOWNLOAD a Mary, Mother of God kit from Sadlier Press, including prayers and activities to honor Mary.
Find a reflection for parents and suggestions for bringing the feast alive in a family HERE, from RCL Benziger.
For adults, find a short history of this title for Mary, plus a prayer for the New Year HERE, from Franciscan Media.
