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Mary, Mother of the Church Today's Homily reflects on the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, . . . . . . highlighting the Church's growing recognition of Mary's unique role in salvation history. The Homily explains that Mary's motherhood of the Church begins with her “yes” at the Annunciation, where she became the New Eve and cooperated in God's plan of redemption. Her presence at the foot of the Cross, where Jesus entrusted her to the beloved disciple, reveals her spiritual motherhood over all believers. Mary is also present at Pentecost, praying with the first Christian community as the Holy Spirit descends upon the Church. As the one assumed into heaven, she serves as a model and guide for all Christians on their journey toward eternal glory. The feast celebrates Mary as the mother, protector, and spiritual companion of the faithful, leading us ever closer to Christ. Listen to this Meditation Media. Mary, Mother of the Church ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: John 19: 25-34 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work The Madonna of the Roses: French Artist and Painter: William-Adolphe Bouguereau: 1903 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why was this image selected: This painting presents Mary as a tender and protective mother. The image beautifully reflects the Homily's central theme that Mary nurtures and guides all believers as Mother of the Church.
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Homily from the Mass offered Monday, May 25th - 1st Reading: Genesis 3:9-15, 20- Gospel Reading: John 19:25-34 - To support the podcast financially, click here: https://stpiuscda.org/online-giving
Today, the Church celebrates the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, a beautiful reminder that Mary is the Mother who leads us always to her Son. Jesus came into the world through her hands, and in the same way, we are invited to entrust ourselves, our families, our country, and our future to her maternal care.In this Memorial Day homily, Fr. Chris Alar, connects this Marian trust with the meaning of sacrifice, freedom, faith, and eternal salvation.As we remember the soldiers who gave their lives for the freedom and safety of our country, Fr. Chris reminds us that true freedom must never be separated from God. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice did not place personal safety above the defense of what is true, noble, and worth protecting.Fr. Chris also offers a powerful warning for our times: when fear or the promise of “personal safety” leads society to surrender its God-given freedoms, especially the freedom to worship. Christians must remain awake and faithful. We must never allow our churches to be closed or our faith to be silenced in the name of fear.As Catholics and citizens, we are called to reflect seriously on our responsibility to protect religious freedom, to honor the Christian values upon which this nation was founded, and to remember those who fought to defend them.On this day, we turn first to Mary, Mother of the Church, asking her to lead us to Jesus. We honor the flag, we remember the fallen, we entrust their souls to Mary's hands, and above all, we kneel before Jesus Christ in the Eucharist; the source of our eternal life.May we never trade eternal salvation for temporary security, and may Our Lady, Mother of the Church, guide our nation back to her Son. ★ Support this podcast ★
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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church by Dr. Scott Hahn. Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church First Reading: Genesis 3: 9-15, 20 or Acts 1: 12-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 87: 1-2, 3 and 5, 6-7 Gospel: John 19: 25-34 Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com To encounter Christ in Scripture and share Him with others. Join us at www.stpaulcenter.com/memberships
Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) William discusses the importance of the role Our Blessed Mother in our lives and the life of the Church
From the Cross, Jesus entrusts his mother into the care of John the beloved disciple. (Lectionary #572A) May 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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Original Post Date: May 20, 2024 === Gospel John 19:25-34 Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home. After this, aware that everything was now finished, in order that the Scripture might be fulfilled, Jesus said, “I thirst.” There was a vessel filled with common wine. So they put a sponge soaked in wine on a sprig of hyssop and put it up to his mouth. When Jesus had taken the wine, he said, “It is finished.” And bowing his head, he handed over the spirit. Now since it was preparation day, in order that the bodies might not remain on the cross on the sabbath, for the sabbath day of that week was a solemn one, the Jews asked Pilate that their legs be broken and they be taken down. So the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first and then of the other one who was crucified with Jesus. But when they came to Jesus and saw that he was already dead, they did not break his legs, but one soldier thrust his lance into his side, and immediately Blood and water flowed out. Reflection What this presents to us is an interesting image of the role of Mary now, today in the church. She is our great intercessor. She is caring for the disciples and caring therefore for the church, for its teachers, its pastors, its flock. It's a beautiful image of a feminine figure that we can trust and know is always there with the Holy Spirit working for us, in the process of growing and becoming who were called to be. Closing Prayer Father, help us to recognize Mary as a source of great help and support for us. Help us to place her in the role that she longs to have. To draw us closer over and over again to her son, to his love, to his gift of his life. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friends of the Rosary,Today, May 25, is Memorial Day in the U.S., the day after Pentecost. Pentecost, we celebrate the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church.In today's Gospel (John 19:25-34), we read,"Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother.” And from that hour, the disciple took her into his home."Christ the Lord, in entrusting his Mother Mary to the Beloved Disciple from the cross, established a relationship between his holy Mother and all who are united to him, that is, the Church.In 2018, Pope Francis decreed that the ancient devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, under the title of Mother of the Church, be inserted into the Roman Calendar."This celebration will help us to remember that growth in the Christian life must be anchored to the Mystery of the Cross, to the oblation of Christ in the Eucharistic Banquet and to the Mother of the Redeemer and Mother of the Redeemed, the Virgin who makes her offering to God," stated the decree.By issuing the Decree on the celebration of the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, Pope Francis wished to promote this devotion in order to “encourage the growth of the maternal sense of the Church in the pastors, religious and faithful, as well as a growth of genuine Marian piety."Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• May 25, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church by Dr. Scott Hahn. Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church First Reading: Genesis 3: 9-15, 20 or Acts 1: 12-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 87: 1-2, 3 and 5, 6-7 Gospel: John 19: 25-34 Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com To encounter Christ in Scripture and share Him with others. Join us at www.stpaulcenter.com/memberships
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The Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, is celebrated every year on the Monday following Pentecost. Instituted by Pope Francis in 2018, the memorial honors Mary as the spiritual mother of all believers and the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ. The date was chosen intentionally, as Pentecost is considered the "birthday of the Church," and Mary was present with the Apostles during this event. Fr. Mike Schmitz podcasts available at https://amzn.to/3PIXEsj Fr. Mike Schmitz books available at https://amzn.to/4nNqqEx Books about the Virgin Mary at https://amzn.to/3PZy6ao ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 x (twitter): https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: The Catechism in a year with Fr. Mike Schmitz, Day 13,: Mary Mother of the Church (12may2026, Ascension). All audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Genesis 3:9-15, 20 ·(I will put enmity between your offspring and the offspring of the woman.) Acts 1:12-14 ·(All with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer.)
Psalm 122Psalm 127Canticle: Ephesians 1Reading: Galatians 4Intercessions: Mary, full of grace, intercede for us.St. Helena Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Your donations may be tax-deductibleSupport us at: sthelenaministries.com/supportPresentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) © 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975
O Lord, our God, unwearied is your love for us.St. Helena Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Your donations may be tax-deductibleSupport us at: sthelenaministries.com/supportPresentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) © 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975
Read OnlineStanding by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home. John 19:25–27Yesterday, we celebrated the great Solemnity of Pentecost, commemorating the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the first disciples and the birth of the Church. Just as God “breathed” life into Adam at the creation, so the Holy Spirit, the Breath of God, gives new life to the Church, the Body of Christ. At Pentecost, the Blessed Virgin Mary was present, embodying the Gift of Fortitude in her unwavering trust in God's plan.Fortitude, one of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, strengthens us to persevere in doing good, especially amid trials, suffering, or temptation. It acts as an anchor, holding us steady during life's storms and uniting us more deeply to the Mystery of the Cross.When this memorial was instituted in 2018, Cardinal Robert Sarah beautifully reminded us that “the Christian life must be anchored to the Mystery of the Cross, to the oblation of Christ in the Eucharistic Banquet, and to the Mother of the Redeemer and Mother of the Redeemed….” Today, we honor her not only as the Mother of the Redeemer but also as our Mother—the Mother of the Redeemed. What a profound gift it is to share a spiritual mother with the Son of God! Through her maternal care and intercession, she leads us to her Son and strengthens us on our journey of faith. The Gospel for today's memorial recalls one of the most sacred images in the Scriptures—the Blessed Virgin Mary standing at the foot of the Cross, gazing with perfect faith, hope, and love at her divine Son. Her fidelity to Him was unwavering. With a motherly empathy, strengthened by the fullness of grace, she felt His pains and endured His suffering until the end. Though Jesus embodied every virtue and spiritual gift, He allowed Himself to receive strength and consolation from His mother as He hung upon the Cross. This act of shared love and mutual consolation—Christ receiving strength from His mother as she shared in His suffering—invites us to embrace this same love, allowing our Blessed Mother's maternal care to unite us more fully to Christ. When Jesus turned to His mother and said, “Woman, behold, your son,” and to John, “Behold, your mother,” He was speaking to each of us, entrusting His mother to us and us to her. As the Blessed Mother stood by her Son in His suffering, she also stands by us, teaching us to remain steadfast in our faith, rooted in Christ's sacrifice and strengthened by His Eucharistic presence. God strengthens and consoles us in accord with His divine plan, which includes the grace dispensed through the Sacraments—especially the Eucharist—the charitable intercession of others, the ministry of angels, and the unique motherly mediation of the Mother of God, our mother.Reflect today on the many ways God sanctifies and strengthens you for your mission. Through the Eucharist, we are united to Christ's Cross and receive the grace to rise triumphantly with Him. Along this journey, we are strengthened by the Blessed Mother, the Mother of the Church and the Mediatrix of grace. As the Spirit filled the Church at Pentecost, so too does He fill our hearts today, leading us to Mary, whose love and intercession anchor us to her Son and His saving grace.Mother of the Church and Mother of God, the Holy Spirit filled you with the fullness of grace and perfected every virtue in your humble soul. Your strength to endure the Cross with your Son includes a promise that you will always stand by me, showering your motherly care and mediating the grace of your Son. Please be my mother now and always, and help me to be a faithful disciple of your Son, anchored in His Cross and lifted by His grace. Mother of the Church and Mother of the Redeemed, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: The crucifixion of Jesus /Christ paintingSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.
Mary, our mother in the order of grace - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today's readings.In what ways have you grown in union with Christ, so as to partake of his sufferings and of his joys, as Mary did? Imagine you are the one at the foot of the cross, and that Mary receives you as her son, as her daughter, today.
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Psalm 63Canticle: Daniel 3Psalm 149Reading: Isaiah 61Intercessions: May your mother intercede for us, Lord.St. Helena Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Your donations may be tax-deductibleSupport us at: sthelenaministries.com/supportPresentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) © 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975
My homily explores the Catholic feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, celebrated on the Monday after Pentecost, marking the transition into Ordinary Time. This title, officially promulgated by Pope Paul VI, finds its theological roots in the belief that if Mary is the mother of Jesus, she is naturally the mother of his mystical body, the Church. The narrative highlights the biblical scene at Calvary, where Jesus entrusted his mother to the apostle John, symbolizing his desire for all believers to welcome her into their spiritual lives. By contrasting Mary's obedience with Eve's disobedience, I emphasize her role as a protective figure who intercedes for the faithful. Ultimately, the text encourages believers to move beyond physical devotions and truly place themselves under Mary's maternal care in all aspects of life. To illustrate this devotion, my homily recounts how Pope John Paul II installed a prominent mosaic of Mary in St. Peter's Square to ensure her constant presence at the heart of the Church.
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Delivered by Kimmy from the Parish of Good Shepherd in the Diocese of Surabaya, Indonesia. Genesis 3: 9-15.20; Rs psalm 87: 1-2.3.5.6-7; John 19: 25-34.THE GIFT OF A MOTHER The theme for our meditation today is: The Gift of aMother. On one occasion of the Sunday Mass which coincided with "Father's Day", the priest whopresided the Holy Eucharist invited all the fathers present to come near thealtar. They were prayed over and blessed by the priest before the closing ofthe Mass with blessing for all the faithful. At that time there were threefathers crying emotionally and were seen by the priest who was praying overthem. The priest met them outside the church after the Mass.They one by one were asked why they cried with emotion when they were in frontof the priest. They all answered that their wives forced them to go in frontwith different threats. If they did not want to go for the blessing from thepriest, sanctions will be given without mercy. One was threatened not to enterthe house after returning from the Mass. Another was threatened that the wifewould not accompany him if he invited her for a walk together. Another one wasthreatened that his favorite food will not be cooked and served. These threats are really serious. A wife and a motheris the key to the home, the food and the relationship. If these three elementsare removed, how will it be with a husband and a father, even with our reallife! The three fathers who cried should not be understood in the sense thatthey have fierce wives, but in fact they are very sad and distressful to losethe elements of life that their wives carry and live out. It is sure that thesewives or these women indeed represent God's goodness and love to fight allforms of evil that tend to destroy life. We are happy to celebrate this memorial of Our Lady asMother of the Church, which is a celebration to honor and glorify the role ofMotherhood for the whole Church. In principle, the Church is called a motherwith the most obvious reason, namely because Mary is entrusted by her own Son,Jesus Christ who is the head of the Church, as the mother of the Church. Jesusstated that directly and personally when He hung on the cross and would soondie. He said to a disciple whom He loved: "This is your mother"! The church as a mother has the all-importantresponsibility to protect and direct each of her members to the path ofsalvation. Mary certainly cooperates with Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church,to make the Church and all her members live in strong faith, love and hope. Asmother, Mary animates the whole Church along this way. Although the threat ofdemons and enemies never ceases to harm and destroy the Church, the mother ofthe Church has the strength to defend the Church and fight against her opponents.The resistance against the Church never stops as long as this earth is stillspinning, as it is reflected in the today's first reading. Let'spray. In the name of the Father... O most loving God, may Our Lady always bewith us in all our difficulties, especially in times of trouble and the threatfrom the deadly enemies. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father...
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Ken is back on The Morning Blend to tell us why the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church is linked to Pentecost.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic. Music: "Shlama Illakh Mleetha" by Wisam Behnam and Valene Jadan
Earlier in the Catechism, we unpacked Mary as the Mother of Jesus. Now, we look at what it means for Mary to be the Mother of the Church. Fr. Mike makes it clear that, when he entrusts his disciples to Mary, his Mother, from the Cross, he's entrusting us to her as well. Today's readings are from Catechism paragraphs 963-970. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Guest speaker Naomi Johnston explores the life and faith of Mary, the Mother of Jesus — a woman who continually said “yes” to God. From the angel's announcement to the cross and the upper room of prayer, Mary models humility, courage, and deep trust in God's promises. Her story reminds us that we too are called to carry Christ into the world — to be present, faithful, and still saying yes. Featuring reflections from Luke, John, Acts, and the powerful truth of “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Friday Estuary Livestream from April 10 2026 00:00 Introduction to the Estuary Conversation 04:15 Explanation of the Estuary Protocol 06:56 Introduction of Participants 14:14 Second Round: Pitching Ideas 27:53 Third Round: Pointing to Pitches 35:07 Discussion: Motherhood, Identity, and Wanting 47:56 Discussion: Mary and the Virgin State 1:04:01 Discussion: Performance Culture and Saying No 1:07:18 Discussion: Mary at the Wedding at Cana 1:11:44 Connecting Conversations and Personal Context 1:21:12 Tracy's Personal Story and Reflection 1:43:19 Closing Thoughts
[Luke 2:16-21, Solemnity of Mary Mother of God]
Dr. Lisa Powell, professor of theology and director of The Justice, Diversity, and Gender Studies Program at St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, joins the "ROI" team to discuss, "Mary, Mother Of Christ."The host for the 652nd edition in this series is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Terri Toppler and Brett Monnard.Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!
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This week, we welcomed back JL Marti, CEO of the Fairest Love Family Project, to discuss the meaning behind the title of Mary, Mother of Fairest Love.We look at how this title serves as a roadmap for families navigating the modern world and why Mary is the ultimate source of hope for parents. JL shares practical ways to invite the Mother of Fairest Love into your home through prayer and the Novena, offering a vision for a family life rooted in beauty and virtue. To learn more about the project, visit the Fairest Love Family Project. You can also find the Novena to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love on the website.
The official teaching of the Catholic Church directs its parishioners to pray directly to Mary to intercede to Jesus on our behalf (see the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) paragraphs 2277-2279). The Church also teaches that Mary was herself immaculately conceived and preserved from every stain of sin common to the rest of humanity (see CCC 490-492). But are these doctrinal statements in keeping with a biblical portrait of Mary? We will explore these topics and others on part two of our discussion with Italian pastor, theologian, and author Leonardo De Chirico. Leonardo De Chirico is the pastor of Breccia di Roma, a church that he helped plant in Rome in 2009. He served as Vice Chairman of the Italian Evangelical Alliance from 2003-2021 and now serves as chairman for the theological commission of the IEA. Previously, Leonardo planted and pastored an evangelical church in Ferrara, Italy, from 1997 to 2009. He earned degrees in History (University of Bologna), Theology (ETCW, Bridgend, Wales) and Bioethics (University of Padova). His PhD is from King's College (London); it was published as Evangelical Theological Perspectives on Post-Vatican II Roman Catholicism. In 2015, he published A Christian Pocket Guide to Papacy and A Christian Pocket Guide to Mary: Mother of God? through Christian Focus. He is a lecturer of Historical Theology at Istituto di Formazione Evangelica e Documentazione in Padova, Italy. Additionally, Leonardo is the Director of the Reformanda Initiative, which aims to equip evangelical leaders to better understand and engage with Roman Catholicism, and the leader of the Rome Scholars & Leaders Network (RSLN). Free Profile Articles from Watchman Fellowship: Roman CatholicismGoddess worshipIslam New Age Movement Additional Resources from Watchman Fellowship: FREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.The complete Profile Notebook (Digital Edition, PDF, over 600-pages): www.watchman.org/DigitalNotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2026 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.
What role does Mary, the mother of Jesus, have in traditional Catholic theology? This week and next on Apologetics Profile, we will examine some of the core dogmas of Catholic Mariology and contrast them with the Bible's portrait of Mary with our guest Leonardo De Chirico, pastor, theologian, and author of several books on Catholic and Protestant theology and engagement. Leonardo De Chirico is the pastor of Breccia di Roma, a church that he helped plant in Rome in 2009. He served as Vice Chairman of the Italian Evangelical Alliance from 2003-2021 and now serves as chairman for the theological commission of the IEA. Previously, Leonardo planted and pastored an evangelical church in Ferrara, Italy, from 1997 to 2009. He earned degrees in History (University of Bologna), Theology (ETCW, Bridgend, Wales) and Bioethics (University of Padova). His PhD is from King's College (London); it was published as Evangelical Theological Perspectives on Post-Vatican II Roman Catholicism. In 2015, he published A Christian Pocket Guide to Papacy and A Christian Pocket Guide to Mary: Mother of God? through Christian Focus. He is a lecturer of Historical Theology at Istituto di Formazione Evangelica e Documentazione in Padova, Italy. Additionally, Leonardo is the Director of the Reformanda Initiative, which aims to equip evangelical leaders to better understand and engage with Roman Catholicism, and the leader of the Rome Scholars & Leaders Network (RSLN). Audio clips about the Dallas Cowboys featured in this episode: Play by play of Cowboys & Vikings famous "Hail, Mary" from December 1975. Roger Staubach interview on the Dan Patrick Show. Free Profile Articles from Watchman Fellowship: Roman CatholicismGoddess worshipIslam New Age Movement Additional Resources from Watchman Fellowship: FREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.The complete Profile Notebook (Digital Edition, PDF, over 600-pages): www.watchman.org/DigitalNotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2026 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.
Father Mattingly preaches on the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God.
Shattered lives and costly obedience grow our ultimate hope in the power of grace. That's the key lesson from the pages of the gospel of Luke this week. As we continue unpacking the Gospel of Luke, let's now turn our attention and focus on Jesus, as herald and incarnation of Heavenly Sacrifice and Compassion. Jesus' story begins with unimaginable humility: leaving heavenly glory for earthly struggle. More than anyone, He embodies sacrifice, compassion, and perseverance—not born merely to live, but to die for others' benefit.Luke's narrative is not just history—it's an invitation. We, too, are “on stage,” living between difficult circumstances and challenging relationships. Stephanie reminds us that faith means pressing on, pressing in to Christ, and pressing up — seeking God's will, letting go of self-sufficiency, and finding our identity as beloved, grace-soaked children. The ultimate lesson is that our brokenness and struggles, when surrendered to Christ, become pathways for God's love and glory.Don't forget to check out the accompanying workbook to enhance your experience of the Gospel of Luke! Go to https://www.gospelspice.com/luke Key Takeaways:Patience and obedience often coexist with disappointment and struggle.Faith isn't about having it all together, but about surrender and trust when life shatters our expectations.God uses ordinary, broken people to fulfill extraordinary purposes.Our deepest security is in relationship with God, not circumstances.Success means being in God's will—today.We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with.Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blogIdentity in the battle | Ephesianshttps://www.podcastics.com/episode/372022/link/Malachi: Messenger to Messiahhttps://www.podcastics.com/episode/356130/link/Wisdom from the Book of Proverbshttps://www.podcastics.com/episode/324347/link/Come to the Table | The Feasts Jesus celebratedhttps://www.podcastics.com/episode/309956/link/Bonjour! Gospel Spice exists to inspire our generation to delight in God. We do this through the podcast, online Bible studies, leadership trainings, and more. We want to serve Christ-followers who seek to live a life spiced with the gospel. We want to love God, because He first loved us. We want to experience the fullness of life with Him—and not be content with stale, boring, leftover faith. Jesus tells us that the most important thing is to love the Lord our God, so we take Him seriously. He adds that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves. Now, there are many ways to do that, but I have always personally felt deep compassion for victims of human trafficking – it is modern day slavery, and it revolts the heart of God. And so, they are our particular neighbors here at Gospel Spice. We want to play our part in raising awareness and then financially supporting those who fight this great evil. Now we would love to invite you to join the team in one of three ways:1, pray Gospel Spice forward – pray for our guests, our listeners and participants, and for us too!2, play Gospel Spice forward by telling your friends about us, and by please leaving positive reviews and comments on your podcast listening app;and 3rd, PAY GospelSpice forward. Less than 1% of our listeners are supporting us financially. We need your help! Please pay Gospel Spice forward today. It can be a one-time donation, or a monthly one, for the amount of your choice. Your donation is fully tax-deductible in the US. Plus, once we cover our costs, a significant portion of your donation will be given back to Christian organizations that fight human trafficking, and that we vet thoroughly. So, you can know that every dime you give is used for the Kingdom of God. Every little bit helps. So, be part of the spice of the gospel by becoming a financial partner today!Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!
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