“The rainbow is a symbol of the peace and reconciliation which the blessed Virgin, our Mediatrix, effected between God and man.” St. Anthony of Padua, b. 1195- d. 1231 Last week, the Church celebrated the feast of St. Anthony of Padua. His life and writings testify to his deep love, and devotion, to the Blessed Virgin Mary. One aspect of…
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Philadelphia Peonies
Since I wrote about peonies over the weekend, I have heard from many people who, too, share a love for this beautiful flower. The picture (above) was sent from a friend who resides in the Philadelphia area. The peonies look lovely perched on her buffet with Our beloved Mother, in a seeming final Ode to May! I hate to see…
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Our Lady, Help of Christians
Today is the feast of Our Lady, Help of Christians, Auxilium Christianorum. This feast has a long and rich history. It is linked to the 1571 European naval Battle of Lepanto, and the victory there of the Catholic army over the invading Turks. The battle, if one looked at it with a rational eye, should have been lost by the…
