The Seven Sorrows of Mary is a Catholic feast on September 15th that memorializes the seven swords of sorrow that pierced the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Seven Sorrows of Mary Prayer Journal contains a precious treasury of art and sacred devotions to deepen your connection to "The Mother of Sorrows." It includes reflections by St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Alphonses de Liguori, and St. Catherine of Siena; the Litany of Our Lady of Sorrows; an excerpt from "The Glories of Mary" by St. Alphonses de Liguori; a thorough novena with mediations and reflections; instructions on how to say the Rosary; Marian prayers; four popular Marian hymns; a beautiful collection of classical artwork; and 73 lined pages to record your own notes, prayers, and prayer intentions.
Grow closer to Jesus through His Sorrowful Mother. Discover the depths of her sorrow, the strength of love she has in her Son, and let her lead you closer to Him, especially in Hs Passion and Crucifixion. Our Lady of Sorrows: A Catholic Meditation & Prayer Journal includes: The Seven Sorrows of Mary, Meditations on each sorrow and journaling space, Actionable items that you can do to understand each sorrow better and grow closer to Mary & Jesus, The Novena of Our Lady of Sorrows Let her lead you to Him. Click on the author's name for more Catholic prayer journals written by her. The ebook version of this book is available at catholicmommyblogs.com, along with free Catholic printables.
Many Catholics are unaware of our holy traditions on and powerful devotions to the Sorrows of Mary. Based on Scripture and the lives of the Saints, this little book will open eyes and hearts to the Sorrows of Our Lady.
** Active Table of Contents ** This edition of The Seven Sorrows of The Blessed Virgin Mary comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents, divided by each section. This edition is the authentic translation, without editorial comments or changes. Do not settle for impostors, download this authentic translation as St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori intended! The Seven Sorrows of Mary are a popular Roman Catholic devotion. There are devotional prayers which consist of meditation on her Seven Sorrows. Examples include the Servite rosary, or the Chaplet of the Seven Sorrows of Our Lady. Also, there is a corresponding devotion to the Seven Joys of Mary. The term "Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary" refers to the combined devotion of both the Immaculate Heart and the Seven Sorrows of Mary as first used by the Franciscan Tertiary Berthe Petit. St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori (September 27, 1696 – August 1, 1787) was an Italian Catholic bishop, spiritual writer, scholastic philosopher and theologian, and founder of the Redemptorists, an influential religious congregation. He was canonized in 1839 by Pope Gregory XVI. You can purchase other wonderful religious works from Wyatt North Publishing. Enjoy.
The devotion to the Seven Sorrows of Mary appears to date back to the mid-thirteenth century and has taken many forms over the course of history. In its present form, the devotion addresses seven moments in the life of Mary, from the prophecy of Simeon to Mary's agony as she watched the burial of Jesus. These events that shaped Mary's life are part of Catholic tradition captured in scriptural text, the Stations of the Cross, and many works of art over the centuries. A deep connection exists between Mary's sufferings and those of all Catholics. This deluxe pamphlet outlines the Seven Sorrows and offers moments of pause and prayer for readers to reflect on how to move forward, trusting that God's will is being worked out even in the most hopeless of moments. Deluxe pamphlet
Praying with Our Sorrowful Mother is a unique book that explores the riches of the interior life of Mary. Through her seven sorrows, the Blessed Virgin's soul is opened to humanity in a unique way. Her inestimable love of God and perfectly virtuous life are on display as she embraces her cross and shares in the Passion of Christ. The characteristics of Mary's torment and the reflections of each of her seven sorrows found in this book enable readers to connect to Mary through their own tribulations. In turn, Mary helps them to embrace their cross by following her example and developing a richer relationship with her. These intimate meditations expose Mary's interior beauty which captivates every person who sees it.
Are Catholics given a bad rap when it comes to their knowledge of the Bible? We may not carry Bibles clutched in our hands, but years of repetition and discipline allow us to store our Bible in our own thoughts, memorized prayers, and beautiful traditions. With hesitation we may join a Bible Study, reluctantly opening the door marked "unfamiliar," but upon entering we will indeed find ourselves among the "familiar." Studying the Bible in its context helps us place our memorized stories into the timeline of Christ and explores the numerous New Testament verses that were revealed through Old Testament prophecies. The Seven Sorrows of Mary is a daily prayer that was handed down to us from Saint Bridget. Using these sorrows as our template, we find them in the New Testament writings and then trace them to Old Testament prophecies and accountings. You will be amazed at what Mary teaches us as we delve into the Word of God to uncover the clues to her mysterious sorrows. On the surface, Mary's sorrows may seem like an exercise in remembering our Lord's sacrifice, but Mary teaches us so much more through her perfect humility and unwavering faith. Our study will reveal the history and purpose of the sorrows and how we can use these teachings to aid in our daily struggles, more deeply root our position with Christ, and enhance our own Catholic tradition.
Praying with Our Sorrowful Mother is a unique book that explores the riches of the interior life of Mary. Through her seven sorrows, the Blessed Virgin's soul is opened to humanity in a unique way. Her inestimable love of God and perfectly virtuous life is on display as she embraces her cross and shares in the Passion of Christ. The characteristics of Mary's torment and the reflections of each of her seven sorrows found in this book enable readers to connect to Mary through their own tribulations. In turn, Mary helps them to embrace their cross by following her example and developing a richer relationship with her. These intimate meditations expose Mary's interior beauty which captivates every person who sees it. - Ingram
In 2001, the Vatican recognized the authenticity of the apparition of Our Lady in Kibeho, in Rwanda, Africa-a peaceful, ordinary region at the time of the apparitions in 1981-1989. Our Lady urged all people, not just Rwandans, to pray the Rosary, and the Devotion to the Seven Sorrows. This occurred 13 years prior to the Rwandan genocide of over a million people in that region. Much earlier, God revealed to a fourteenth-century saint, Bridget of Sweden (1303-1373), that seven great benefits accrue to those who worship Jesus Christ by the devotion to the seven sorrows of His mother, Mary. Devotion to the sorrows of Mary consists of brief daily meditation and prayers in memory of each of seven sorrows she experienced during earthly life. The gifts received through this meditative prayer are peace in the family, enlightenment about divine mysteries, Mary's consolation in suffering and assistance in work. She will obtain for them as much as they ask, as long as it accords with the will of Christ and not impede sanctification. Mary will defend them in spiritual battles against Satan and protect them throughout life. She will visibly help them at the moment of death; they will see her face. Mary obtained from her Son that those who spread devotion to her seven sorrows will die with sins forgiven, meriting eternal life in Heaven where she will be their consolation and joy. This book includes the chaplet of the Seven Sorrows of Mary, beautiful illustrations of Our Lady's sorrows, with Scriptural passages for each. It offers a brief history of the devotion, and simple explanation of how to meditate. It includes other devotions, prayers, novena, litany and hymn honoring the Sorrowful Mother and explains graces and indulgences associated with the devotion. These prayers offer tremendous comfort and remedy in times of trial and enkindle true love for Jesus Christ.
The Catholic Church celebrates five feasts in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Five Feasts of Mary Prayer Journal is a complete work to help deepen your connection to the Mother of God by celebrating these five feasts throughout the year. It contains a precious treasury of art and sacred devotions for all five feasts: the Immaculate Conception, the Nativity of Mary, the Annunciation, the Seven Sorrows of Mary, and the Assumption. It includes reflections by St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Alphonses de Liguori, and St. Catherine of Siena; the Litany of Loreto and the Litany of Our Lady of Sorrows; an excerpt from "The Glories of Mary" by St. Alphonses de Liguori; five thorough novenas (one for each feast) with mediations and reflections; instructions on how to say the Rosary; Marian prayers; four popular Marian hymns; a beautiful collection of classical artwork; and 75 lined pages to record your own notes, prayers, and prayer intentions.
