About this episode

Sr. Ann reflects on the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, and encourages listeners to draw strength from Mary.

Today we celebrate the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, a feast instituted by Pope Francis in 2018. Many of us need a good mother in our lives right now. Draw strength from Mary, because she’s right here for you and for all of us. Sr. Ann reflects on today’s readings: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 Psalm 87:1-2, 3 and 5, 6-7 John 19:25-34 Sr. Ann’s Books Deeper Conversion Extraordinary Grace for Ordinary Times More of the Holy Spirit Captured By Mercy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariaradio.substack.com

People in this episode

Host: Sr. Ann Shields

Topics covered

• Feast of Mary
• Mother of the Church
• spiritual strength
• religious readings
• Pope Francis

Keywords

• Mary
• Mother of the Church
• Pope Francis
• spirituality
• religion
• readings
• Genesis
• Psalm
• John

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Genesis 3:9-15, 20, Psalm 87:1-2, 3 and 5, 6-7, John 19:25-34

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