Solemn Celebration of May 13

On May 13, 1917, Our Lady first appeared in Fatima. To commemorate, the Heralds hosted a solemn celebration, to which 900 people assisted.

Guarantee of Holy Church’s Triumph

It falls to St. Joseph to restore sanctity in all its splendour in the Church and society. If he is the Patriarch and Father of the Mystical Body of Christ, how can we not expect his help, with a decisiveness that increases with necessity? Over the centuries, the Lord “has shown strength with His arm” […]

Parents of the Messiah’s Mother, Grandparents of God!

From the union between St. Joachim and St. Anne would blossom the Lily of lilies, Mary Most Holy, who would give birth to the Saviour. For the optimal fulfilment of this mission, it was fitting that Providence elevate them to a previously unknown degree of sanctity. The Eternal Word wanted to have need of a […]

Exalted Mother of God and Advocate of Sinners

After analysing the treasures contained in the first words of the Hail Holy Queen, Msgr. João continues his comments on this famous prayer, bringing to light marvels about Our Lady and her mission among men. The Salve Regina prayer refers to three important titles of Our Lady: “hail, our life, our sweetness and our hope.” […]

From the Distant Orient…

During the long nights of their journey, the Magi were being prepared by grace to be with Jesus. In them the faith that no longer burned in Jerusalem shone brightly. While the Holy Family was returning to Bethlehem after the Presentation of the Child Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem, many miles from Judea a […]

Consecrated to the Service of the Temple

The little Mary was radiant with joy to know that She would be consecrated to God’s service that day. Her presentation, like an immaculate offering made by Joachim in the hands of Simeon, cried out for the coming of the awaited Messiah.