In the Fourth Century, St. Ambrose of Milan used a beautiful title for the Blessed Virgin Mary: “Mother of the Church.” This title was officially used by Pope St. Paul VI during the Second Vatican Council. In 2018, Pope Francis added a new feast to the Roman...
3 Things to Know About Our Lady of the Snows…in August?!
Today, August 5th, the Church celebrates the feast of the Dedication of St. Mary Major, which is also sometimes referred to as Our Lady of the Snows. So why is there a feast involving snow (in the Northern hemisphere) in August? Read on to find out! 1. St. Mary Major...