May is the Month of our Blessed Mother. Although we are not anywhere near that month, I thought it would be interesting to note home many feast days we have during the year in which to honor the Mother of our Lord. How many feast days do you know of and celebrate in thought, word or prayer?
The Immaculate Conception, December 8th. This feast commemorates Mary's conception without Original Sin.
The Birth of Mary, September 8th. Although we do not know the date of Mary's birth, it has been celebrated on this day since the seventh century.
The Presentation of Mary in the Temple, November 21st.
The Annunciation, March 25th. This day celebrates the conception of Jesus by the Virgin Mary.
The Visitation, May 31st. This celebrates Mary's visit to her cousin, Elizabeth.
The Birth of Jesus, December 25th.
The Solemnity of Mary, January first. This is the second celebration of Jesus' birth with focus on Mary as the Mother of God.
The Presentation of the Lord, February second. Although the focus is on Jesus, it is still a day to reflect on Mary's role as the Mother of God.
The Assumption, August 15th. The day Mary was assumed into Heaven, body and soul.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, July 16th. This was where the Order of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel was founded about 1154. The feast was placed on July 16th because, according to tradition in 1251, Mary appeared to Carmelite St. Simon Stock on this day.
The Dedication of St. Mary Major, August 5th. The Basilica of St. Mary Major, in Rome, was the first church dedicated to our Blessed Mother.
The Queenship of Mary, August 22nd. We venerate Mary for her unique part in the redemption and because she is first among the saints.
Our Lady of Sorrows, September 15th. Mary endured many sufferings during her life, ultimately as witness to her Son's passion and death.
Our Lady of the Rosary, October 7th. The entire month of October is dedicated to the Rosary.
Our Lady of Lourdes, February 11th.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, December 12th.
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