Mary - Our Spiritual Mom

We are preparing to celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Wed. - December 8). This feast is very special to Franciscans. The picture above shows some of the Franciscan saints that either had a special devotion to Mary and her Immaculate Conception and/or were instrumental in the teaching and understanding of this special doctrine of the faith.

One of the most instrumental, perhaps, was Blessed Dons Scotus. Here is an article about him to explain more (very interesting):

http://www.ewtn.com/library/mary/scotus.htm

Here is an article explaining the Immaculate Conception:

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07674d.htm

And another website with explanations about our beliefs about Mary:

http://www.apologeticsguidebook.com/mary.shtml

In our own lives, Mary has proven to be a very powerful intercessor and Mother. May she continue to intercede for us constantly mothering us closer to Her Son!

God bless you all!

Mary, Our Mother

Mary, Our Mother! She hears the cries of our hearts! She cares about all that we care about. Just ask her to pray for you and your intentions, and she will take your prayers to her Son.