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The book by Pie Régamey, Les plus beaux textes sur la Vierge, contains a testimony by Mélanie Calvat, the girl who had the vision of Our Lady of La Salette, here is some of the text of this book and comments from Professor Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira.

Mary’s role as Mother of the Church was not fully realized until after Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension. At the Cross, she was given a new identity that transcended her earthly motherhood. She became the spiritual mother of all the faithful. This role is essential to understanding her participation in the work of our salvation.

July 5: From Healer of Bodies to Healer of Souls — Patron of Physicians. Father Anthony died in 1539 at the age of 36 and 27 years later his body was found to be incorrupt.

St. Joseph of Cupertino (1603-1668) was an Italian mystic whose life is a wonderful combination of a complete lack of natural capacity and an extraordinary supernatural efficiency. He lacked every natural gift. He was incapable of passing a test, maintaining a conversation, taking care of a house, or even touching a dish without breaking it. He was called Brother Ass by his companions in the monastery.

In the heart of twentieth-century Austria, a remarkable tale unfolded amidst the turbulent winds of political upheaval. One man stood resolute against the encroaching tide of communism. His name was Fr. Pavlicek, and his weapon was but a string of beads and fervent prayers.

Many Catholics are well-acquainted with the Seven Sorrows of Mary. But, a much lesser-known devotion to the Mother of Our Redeemer is her Seven Joys.

What do poinsettias and Nativity scenes share in common? Well, Christmas, obviously. But there is much more to this connection.

Gratitude. Such an easy virtue to practice when things are going well. Learn more about gratitude from Saint Josephine Bakhita.

Feast of Our Lady of Ransom (also known as Our Lady of Mercy) is September 24th and also commemorates the foundation of the Mercedarians.