While the rosary is said to be Mary’s favorite prayer, there is no shortage of prayers about and for the Blessed Mother. From the Angelus, whose words are pulled from Scripture, to the Memorare, which seeks the intercession and help of the Blessed Virgin Mary, there are prayers that are appropriate for just about every situation. Take the time this month to learn a new one.
Parishes and schools honor Our Blessed Mother this month with May crownings. While the origins of the tradition are said to reach back to the 16th century, images of Mary and Jesus wearing gold crowns can be found much earlier in early Eastern iconography. In the West, the practice of publicly crowning a statue of the Blessed Mother gained popularity in the 19th century. To do a May crowning in your own home, visit websites like www.TheReligionTeacher.com that list prayers and delve into the reasons behind the act of devotion.