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Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God Wednesday, January 1

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“It is fitting … that the year should open by invoking her … as the Holy Mother of God. For those words … express the joyful certainty that the Lord, a tiny Child in his Mamma’s arms, has united himself forever to our humanity … Mary knows our needs; she intercedes to make grace overflow in our lives and to guide them to authentic fulfilment … Whenever we are tempted to retreat into ourselves, let us run to her; whenever we are no longer able to untie the knots in our lives, let us seek refuge in her. Our times, bereft of peace, need a Mother who can reunite the human family.  Let us look to Mary … She cares for us and remains close to us.”        – excerpts from Homily of His Holiness Pope Francis, January 1, 2024, Saint Peter’s Basilica

The great Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, is celebrated each year on January 1. It is a holy day of obligation. Mass will be offered at 12:10 p.m., CT, inside the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (Saint Mary’s of the Barrens Church) in Perryville, Missouri. All are invited to join us in person or in spirit.

This feast is a beautiful opportunity to send your petitions to the Shrine and/or request a Votive Light to burn for your special intentions in this new year.

Join with us in reciting this beautiful Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary as an additional way to celebrate and honor the Mother of God.

Christmas Prayer and Blessing

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As this year’s Christmas Novena of Masses concludes, all of us here at Mary’s Association, along with the Vincentian priests and brothers serving at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, wish you and your family a blessed and peace-filled Christmas season!

May your home be a haven of purity and prayer, a reflection of the Holy Family in whom we have the perfect model of faith, hope, and love. Here are our Christmas prayers for you and those you love. 

Christmas Novena Begins Monday, December 16

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“… A star shall advance from Jacob, and a scepter shall rise from Israel …” (Numbers 24:17)

Jesus is the Son of God, the Light of Life, the Prince of Peace. He was delivered to the world through the obedience and trust of the Virgin Mary, the Blessed Mother of God and our constant advocate before his throne in heaven.

The Lord is with us! Celebrate this Christmas with the Association of the Miraculous Medal during our annual novena of Masses leading up to the birth of the Christ Child, our Savior. Add your intentions of adoration, repentance, thanksgiving, and intercession for remembrance.

Your petitions will be a sign of your prayerful presence at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal from December 16-24. Request a Votive Light to burn in honor of the “star advancing from Jacob,” the Son of God, King of Kings, entrusted to us through the loving, tender care of Our Lady, full of grace!

Our Lady of Guadalupe

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December 12 marks the anniversary of the second apparition of Mary to Juan Diego in 1531. Our Lady favored her humble servant with a miraculous sign – filling his cloak with dozens of roses (which could not have grown anywhere nearby during December) and leaving her beautiful image imprinted on it. In the centuries since, veneration to Our Lady of Guadalupe has been especially strong throughout Mexico, with the now-famous image becoming a highly revered symbol of the country’s national identity. Mary’s tender motherhood of all peoples of the earth is called to mind on this day.

We invite you to browse AMM’s selection of religious gift items highlighting the traditional Guadalupe image.

Also, join us in praying to Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas.

Immaculate Conception Octave of Masses Begins Monday, December 9

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Because December 8 falls on a Sunday of Advent this year, the Church will observe the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Monday, December 9. Join fellow members of the Association of the Miraculous Medal in our annual eight-day celebration of the feast commemorating God’s gracious gift to Mary in preserving her from the stain of original sin.

In 1830, Mary called upon all people to invoke her as “conceived without sin,” as this phrase appears on the Miraculous Medal she instructed Catherine to create and promote.

On December 8, 1854, Blessed Pius IX released a document defining the dogma, stating that the Blessed Virgin Mary “… In the first instance of her conception, by a singular privilege and grace granted by God, in view of the merits of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the human race, was preserved exempt from all stain of original sin.”

You are invited to entrust your intentions to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal for remembrance throughout the Immaculate Conception Octave of Masses being offered at the National Shrine in Perryville. Praying this prayer daily during the octave can unite you with fellow AMM members sharing in the observance of this feast. You may also request a Votive Light to burn as another sign of your love for the Mother of God — the pure and holy Queen through whom every grace and favor flow to us!

A Prayer for Thanksgiving

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From the responsorial psalm for Thanksgiving Day readings, we echo the praise of David:

“Generation after generation praises your works
    and proclaims your might.
They speak of the splendor of your glorious majesty
    and tell of your wondrous works …
Let all your works give you thanks, O LORD,
    and let your faithful ones bless you.”
(Psalm 145:4-5, 10)

May you and your loved ones enjoy a blessed Thanksgiving. We invite you to pray this blessing for your Thanksgiving Day meal.

“Porque un niño nos ha nacido, un hijo se nos ha dado; es rey y proclaman su nombre”.

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Una vez más se acerca la Navidad y, con ella, celebramos el gran regalo que Dios nos ha dado: su Hijo, que vino al mundo para traer luz y esperanza en medio de nuestras tinieblas. Este niño, nacido en Belén, es el centro de nuestra fe, el Rey que llega a reinar no con poder terrenal, sino con amor y misericordia.

Quiero invitarle personalmente a nuestra Misa Navideña de Medianoche, el 25 de diciembre, en el Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa. Esta es una ocasión especial para que, en familia y en comunidad, nos acerquemos al Niño Jesús con un corazón abierto y recibir las bendiciones que trae su nacimiento.

Sabemos que muchas veces esta época puede estar marcada por dificultades, preocupaciones y por la ausencia de seres queridos. Pero la Navidad nos recuerda que, en medio de esos momentos, Jesús nace para todos, trayendo consigo paz y consuelo.

Al igual que los pastores y los Reyes Magos que siguieron la estrella hasta Belén, nosotros también podemos acudir al pesebre con nuestras intenciones, para presentarlas ante Jesús, María y José. En este día especial, que mejor opción que celebrar con la Sagrada Familia y pedir su bendición.

Envíe sus peticiones de oración, antes del 16 de diciembre, para nuestra Misa Navideña de Medianoche. Al recibirlas, las colocaremos ante el altar de la Virgen, donde permanecerán durante toda la Navidad y el mes de diciembre. Los sacerdotes Vicentinos y yo oraremos por usted, por su familia y por las intenciones que nos envíe y las que guarde en su corazón.

Además, puede encender una veladora en el Santuario en honor a sus seres queridos o por alguna intención especial. Su veladora será un símbolo de su fe y de su adoración al Niño Jesús.

La Navidad es un tiempo que nos saca de la rutina y nos invita a volver a lo esencial: compartir con nuestros seres queridos, reflexionar en la bondad de Dios, ver hacia el futuro con esperanzas renovadas, y a reconciliarnos y dejarnos querer por los nuestros. Recuerde que, a lo largo de este tiempo de Adviento y Navidad, usted y su familia estarán en nuestras oraciones diarias.

Que esta Navidad sea para usted una oportunidad de renovar su fe, de sentir la protección de la Virgen María y de recibir las gracias que Dios tiene reservadas para usted y los suyos.

Siempre con la Virgen María,


Rev. Prudencio Rodríguez de Yurre, C.M. Director Espiritual

P.D. Recuerde enviarme sus intenciones de oración antes del 16 de diciembre. Será un privilegio para mí recibir sus peticiones de Navidad y recordarlas en nuestra Misa Navideña de Medianoche. Que la luz de Cristo ilumine su vida y que su hogar esté lleno de paz y amor durante esta temporada.

Buenos días paloma blanca,hoy te vengo a saludar.

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Qué forma más hermosa de saludar a Nuestra Señora que con las palabras: ¡Buenos días, Paloma Blanca! En su día, nos acercamos a la Virgen de Guadalupe como a nuestra madre, con palabras llenas de cariño para celebrarla, reconocer su belleza y agradecer el amor incondicional que nos ofrece. Así que, con todo el corazón, cantemos estas dulces palabras.

Cada año, al celebrar la Fiesta de la Virgen de Guadalupe en pleno Adviento, reflexiono sobre la misión divina de la Virgen al anunciar al pueblo indígena de las Américas el nacimiento de su Hijo Jesucristo. María, llevando en su vientre al Nuevo Sol, vino especialmente a consolar a un pueblo abatido y afligido por la destrucción y la violencia de la conquista.

Es cierto que en estos tiempos los hijos de la Virgen podemos sentirnos abatidos y afligidos por muchas razones: salud, finanzas del hogar, depresión, problemas personales, etc. Sin embargo, las palabras de la Virgen a san Juan Diego nos invitan a la esperanza: “¡No temas!, ¿acaso no estoy yo aquí, que soy yo tu madre?”.

En el Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe, me encantaría rezar por usted y sus intenciones, comenzando con una novena el 3 de diciembre que culmina con la Misa de las Rosas y celebración de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe el 12 de diciembre. Escríbame sus intenciones para recordarlas en mis misas y oraciones a la Virgen de Guadalupe.

También me gustaría ofrecerle uno o dos regalos de Guadalupe bendecidos para conmemorar a nuestra Madre. Con una ofrenda de $41 o más, puede recibir un radiante relicario de la Virgen de Guadalupe con cristales multicolores. Si desea algo más sencillo, puede recibir un especial Decenario para auto, con una ofrenda de $16 o más.

Ambos regalos han sido bendecidos en el Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa. Cualquier apoyo adicional será para nosotros una bendición y nos ayudará a cubrir gastos de fin de año en nuestras misiones y ministerios.

Querido hijo de María, le pido que al celebrar la Festividad de la Virgen de Guadalupe este año, siga pidiendo a la Morenita por todos nuestros hermanos y hermanas que son víctimas del odio, la discriminación y la violencia. Siga pidiendo a nuestra Madre del cielo por las familias y por la igualdad social, para que haya más justicia y amor en el mundo.

Por favor recuerde enviarme sus intenciones de oración antes de diciembre. Se me llena el corazón de humildad al recibir sus peticiones y orar por usted y sus seres queridos. Y claro, le doy las más sinceras gracias por cualquier ofrenda que nos pueda brindar en apoyo a nuestros ministerios al servicio de quienes más necesitan de nosotros.

En este espíritu de oración a María como hijos latinoamericanos, cantemos a ella en nuestro corazón y junto a nuestros pueblos, que no se cansan de repetir estas palabras: “Bendita eres entre todas las mujeres y bendito es el fruto de tu vientre, Jesús”.

Siempre con la Virgen María,


Rev. Prudencio Rodríguez de Yurre, C.M. Director Espiritual

P.D. Por favor envíeme sus intenciones antes del 1 de diciembre para asegurarme de que estén ante el altar de la Virgen del día 3 al 12 de diciembre. Reciba uno o los dos regalos bendecidos, o encienda una veladora por sus intenciones. ¡Gracias por su apoyo y su devoción!

Miraculous Medal Novena of Masses – November 18-26

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AMM’s annual Miraculous Medal Novena begins Monday, November 18. Together we look forward to the November 27 feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, followed by the feast of Saint Catherine Labouré on November 28. You are invited to take part with us in several ways:

(1) Pray this prayer daily.

(2) Send your petitions to be placed near Mary’s Shrine Altar for remembrance in the Masses and prayers.

(3) Request a Votive Light to burn as a symbol of your spiritual presence.

“Have a Medal struck after this model. All who wear it will receive great graces … Graces will abound for persons who wear it with confidence.” 

Blessed Virgin Mary to Catherine Labouré, November 27, 1830, appearing to her in the image of “the Medal of the Immaculate Conception,” which soon became known as the Miraculous Medal

Rays of Light-Charitable Giving Newsletter

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Don’t miss this season’s special edition featuring the theme of “meaningful giving.” There are many ways you can leave a legacy of passing on the faith and promoting devotion to Our Lady. Many members, for example, choose to direct a year-end gift to Mary’s Association in memory or honor of a loved one. You can create this kind of tribute with a planned gift put in place before December 31, or with an immediate contribution such as inscribing loved ones’ names inside the Book of Remembrance at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. There’s more information and inspiration inside this issue of the Rays of Light Newsletter below.

Your support for the Association of the Miraculous Medal as the year draws to a close is a beautiful way to help the Mother of God become more well known and loved by her spiritual children everywhere. This is our mission. Thank you again for being part of our growing AMM family around the world.

November Prayers for the Faithful Departed

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Join members of the Association of the Miraculous Medal in asking Mary’s intercession for deceased relatives and friends each day this month. Together, we pray …

O Virgin, most kind, Mary, Mother of God, most loving consoler of those in distress, commend to your Son the souls of the faithful departed so that, because of your motherly intervention, they may joyfully arrive in your company as their longed-for home in heaven. Amen.O Lord, grant those who have died the joy of your presence and us who are living the happiness of knowing this. Amen.

Mass of Healing Remembrance – Join Us Tuesday, October 29

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Are you or someone close to you in need of healing? You are invited to attend the Association’s Mass of Healing Remembrance at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. The Liturgy takes place Tuesday, October 29, at 12:10 p.m., CT, and will be live streamed on the Association’s YouTube page.

You may share your special intentions here. They will be entrusted to Our Lord through Our Blessed Mother’s intercession. You may also request a Votive Light to burn for these same needs.

The need may be for you or another. It may be a physical ailment, an emotional or mental illness, or a spiritual sickness.

Mary, Health of the Sick … Mother of Hope … Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal … Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us.