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1. www.franciscanmedia.org › ask-a-franciscan › whyWhy Pray to Mary and the Saints? - Franciscan Media

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   Apr 24, 2017 · Jesus was a celibate, first-century man—and fully God—who faced certain situations and challenges that no longer exist in the 21st century. We pray to Mary and the saints because they encourage us to be holy now.

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3. www.catholic.com › qa › why-pray-to-maryWhy Pray to Mary? - Catholic Answers Q&A

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   Answer: Why Pray to Mary? Because Jesus has given us his Blessed Mother as our great spiritual mother (Rev.12:17), a heavenly advocate who intercedes for us. Some Christians will ask, “Why pray to Mary when we can go directly to Jesus?”.

4. youth.rcdow.org.uk › voices › catholics-pray-maryWhy do Catholics pray to Mary? - Diocese of Westminster Youth ...

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   Aug 17, 2017 · A common misconception amongst non-Catholics is that Catholics pray to Mary like she is a deity, in the same way that the ancient Greeks prayed to the goddess Athena, or Hindus pray to Shiva. Here, Mairead explains why Catholics pray to Jesus’ mother.

5. focus.org › posts › why-catholics-pray-to-maryWhy Catholics Pray to Mary - FOCUS

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   3 days ago · Catholics pray to Mary because she is a model of faith. Her “yes” at the Annunciation (Luke 1:38), embracing God’s will despite uncertainty, is a powerful example of trust. Catholics seek to imitate her unwavering faith and obedience, praying for the grace to follow her example of surrender to God. focuscatholic. 170K followers.

6. mycatholic.life › saints › saints-of-the-liturgicalThe Holy Name of Mary - My Catholic Life!

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   Sep 12, 2024 · When addressing someone formally and directly, it is common to first state their name. A name uniquely identifies and dignifies the person. For this reason, in praying to our Lord it is common practice to call on His name, “Jesus!” So also with Mary. Calling on her by name is a way of seeking her prayers in a personal and intimate way.

7. www.catholic.org › news › hfHonoring the Holy Name of Mary: The History and Significance ...

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   Sep 12, 2024 · The Feast of the Holy Name of Mary is a cherished celebration in the Catholic Church, rich in history and spiritual significance. This feast, observed on September 12, has evolved through centuries of devotion and historical events.

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   Why do we pray to Mary when we can go directly to Jesus?

   • Because Jesus has given us his Blessed Mother as our great spiritual mother (Rev.12:17), a heavenly advocate who intercedes for us. Some Christians will ask, “Why pray to Mary when we can go directly to Jesus?” And yet they have no problem asking others here on earth to pray for them, instead of simply and solely praying to Jesus on their own.

   Why Pray to Mary? - Catholic Answers Q&A

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   What does it mean to pray to Mary?

   • 2679 Mary is the perfect Orans (pray-er), a figure of the Church. When we pray to her, we are adhering with her to the plan of the Father, who sends his Son to save all men. Like the beloved disciple we welcome Jesus' mother into our homes, (cf. John 19:27) for she has become the mother of all the living. We can pray with and to her.

   Why do we pray to Mary? - AskACatholic.com

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   Why do we call on Mary by name?

   • When addressing someone formally and directly, it is common to first state their name. A name uniquely identifies and dignifies the person. For this reason, in praying to our Lord it is common practice to call on His name, “Jesus!” So also with Mary. Calling on her by name is a way of seeking her prayers in a personal and intimate way.

   The Holy Name of Mary - My Catholic Life!

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   Why do we pray to Mary and the other saints?

   • With this understanding, prayers to Mary and the other saints are a win-win situation, taking nothing away from God, but rather, prompting the person who prays to be as open to and to cooperate as generously with the grace of God as this saint did. Ask a Franciscan appears monthly in St. Anthony Messenger. Click here to learn more!

   Why Pray to Mary and the Saints? - Franciscan Media

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   Why do we honour Mary?

   • “The more we honour the blessed virgin, the more we honour Jesus Christ, because we honour Mary only that we may more perfectly honour Jesus, since we go to her only as the way by which we are to find the end we are seeking, which is Jesus.” Furthermore, Christ has given his mother to the Church for the specific reason for her to intercede for us.

   Why do Catholics pray to Mary? - Diocese of Westminster Youth Ministry

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   Why is the Feast of the Holy Name of Mary important?

   • The Feast of the Holy Name of Mary is not only a celebration of historical events but also of profound theological importance. The feast underscores Mary's role in salvation history and her intercessory power. It invites the faithful to honor the name of Mary, reflecting on her purity, grace, and maternal care.

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9. www.askacatholic.com › _webpostings › answersWhy do we pray to Mary? - AskACatholic.com

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   As attested to in the Scriptures, we know when we pray to Mary, she will always lead us to her Son, not herself. ( John 2:5 ) We say Jesus was the effective means of salvation; meaning Jesus packs the punch, but Mary is the instrumental means of salvation.