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Mary in the News: April 30, 2019
By Michael Duricy
Read recent items about Mary in both Catholic and secular news. Also, see International Marian Research Institute as well as Marian Library news and updates.
Marian Library and International Marian Research Institute Features
Updates
Alumni Activities
Dr. Gloria Falcao Dodd, Director of Academic Programs at the International Marian Research Institute, will speak about Mary in the Old Testament on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 from 9-10:15 a,m, in the Chapel of Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in West Chester, Ohio. This program will be streamed online so it could be viewed at home live or later from their archives.
Mary in Media: Books, Films, Music, etc.
Seven Days with Mary
May is the month of mothers and of Mary, so this May, join us in celebrating Our Lady! For one week, Franciscan Media will deliver stories, prayers, and reflections on Mary to your inbox.
Each day, artist, Holly Schapker, talks about her devotion to Mary and how it has influenced her work, while author, Maureen O'Brien, writes about different aspects of Our Lady that inspire her faith.
This special series runs May 6–12, 2019. Sign up today to spend seven days with Mary!
From the Marian Treasure Chest
Brother John Samaha, S.M., sent us the text below.
Tribute to Saint Joseph, the Worker by Brother Joe Barrish, S.M.
I never think of Joseph
--As some artists seem to do--
With peach and cream complexion
And eyes of baby blue.
For Joseph was a real man
And certainly you would find
Far more than cutesy ringlets
On his God-directed mind.
Joseph carried more than lilies
He worked with saw and wood
He plied his trade with honor
And earned his livelihood.
So I salute you Joseph
The only of our race
Whom God called "Abba! Daddy!"
When Jesus saw your face.
Marian Events
Title: 2019 Meeting of the Mariological Society of America
Theme: The Blessed Virgin Mary and the Call to Holiness
Date: May 14-17, 2019
Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Retreat Center in Attleboro, Massachusetts
This year's topic is: The Blessed Virgin Mary and the Call to Holiness. The meeting will convene May 14-17 at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Retreat Center in Attleboro, MA. We hope that you will be able to join us for lively discussions about the Blessed Mother.
You may find the brochure and registration form at the following links on the MSA website:
Mary in the Catholic Press
Philippines: Archbishop Palma Urges Youth to Follow Mary's Example (Zenit) April 29, 2019
At the start of the National Youth Day in Cebu City on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, Archbishop Jose Palma urged young people to be servants to one another, reported CBCP News.
Speaking at the NYD opening ceremony at the city's sports complex, he highlighted the way Mary was always open to the Lord's will, describing her as a role model to be followed.
"We know that like her (Mary), we are beloved, gifted and empowered," Palma told the more than 15,000 pilgrims from across the country.
"As you come we repeat over and over again like what Mary did, 'I am the servant of the Lord,'" he said....
Mary in the Secular Press
Is this mysterious artwork in Florence Leonardo da Vinci's only surviving sculpture? (Lonely Planet website) March 19, 2019
Italian scholars recently discovered what they believe to be Leonardo da Vinci's only surviving sculpture. The terracotta work of art, known as The Virgin with the Laughing Child, spent more than 150 years on display in London's Victoria and Albert Museum and up until now was credited to another artist....