Keep your Novena intentions at Mary's Shrine all month:
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and grow in your faith.
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Visit The Miraculous Medal Shrine website to strengthen your devotion to Mary and be part of our prayer community. |
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Join our Monday Perpetual Novenas and Masses online. Our weekly livestream is on Mondays at 12:05 p.m. |
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There's something for everyone at The Miraculous Medal Shrine in Philadelphia. Join our inspirational events. |
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FACESOFDEVOTION: Our Solemn Novena
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Unbroken for more than 90 years, the Solemn Novena at The Miraculous Medal Shrine has withstood many hardships, from wars to pandemics. How can the Novena—and Mary’s statue at The Miraculous Medal Shrine—help you through your hardships? Watch the video now to find out.
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The Canonization of St. Catherine Labouré ~ in Fr. Skelly's Words
In July 1947, St. Catherine Labouré was declared a saint by Pope Pius XII. Fr. Joseph Skelly, CM, was in Rome and wrote about his experience for the December 1947 issue of the Miraculous Medal Magazine. Not only did he meet the Pope, he met the (future) Pope Paul VI. Read his personal reflection about this blessed event.
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SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 30, 2021
We need Mary.
Help keep #MaryAlive! at The Miraculous Medal Shrine—a place for peaceful, silent prayer—where Mary’s comfort and love are experienced: in her Miraculous Medal that we send to people throughout the world; in faith programs that renew the devotion of youth and young adults; and in the ministries of the Vincentians of the Eastern Province, who serve the poor, homeless, and marginalized.
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Under Mary's Mantle
Join us at the Shrine on the first Wednesday of every month to delve into the beauty of our Catholic faith and help build a solid Catholic foundation for our preschool children (ages 3 to 5). Each month we'll focus on a particular topic and provide fun activities for kids and their parents or guardians. If you have any questions, contact Carolina Nemo.
How can your family prepare for the coming of Jesus this Advent Season? In our November gathering, you and your preschooler(s) will learn about the four themes of Advent: Hope, Peace, Love, and Joy—and will make a child-friendly Advent Wreath to bring home. Don’t miss this opportunity to embrace our Catholic traditions that will help make the Advent season memorable.
Date: Wednesday, November 3, 2021
It's not too late to register. Sign up before November 3.
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (ET)
Location: The Miraculous Medal Shrine [ directions]
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St. Catherine Labouré: The Silent Saint Who Secretly Changed the World
Virtual Speaker Series
Dates: Fridays in November, beginning November 5, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. (ET)
St. Catherine Labouré answered her vocation by entering the community of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Rue de Bac, Paris. Soon, she was graced by our Blessed Mother who tasked her with the mission of having the Miraculous Medal made. Following Our Lady’s instruction, St. Catherine conveyed Mary’s request to create the Miraculous Medal now worn by millions of people around the world. Not much is known about this Silent Saint and her impact on the world. Join us for a special four-part series entering the life of a saint who secretly changed the world.
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Join us on November 6 as we journey to discover the "blockages" that prevent us from developing our own intimacy with God. We will explore how our spiritual ancestors struggled with their own disordered attachments and unruly desires. Then, using prayer, small group reflection, and Lectio Divina, we will reflect upon our personal spiritual journeys and identify things in our lives that might distance us from God’s abundant grace.
Date: Saturday, November 6, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Central Association of the Miraculous Medal [ directions]
(475 E. Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144)
Fee: $25 per person (Continental Breakfast and Lunch included)
Registration Deadline: Thursday, November 4 at 4:00 p.m. (ET)
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Date: Thursday, November 11 (In-Person)
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: The Miraculous Medal Shrine [directions]
Date: Thursday, November 18 (Virtual)
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Join our special guest, St. Catherine Labouré, who will share her encounters with the Blessed Virgin Mary and lead us in praying the Rosary. This Holy Hour will bring you closer to Mary and her Son and prepares you for the feast days of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (11/27) and St. Catherine Labouré (11/28).
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ANNUAL SOLEMN NOVENA to OUR LADY of the MIRACULOUS MEDAL
In this nine-day journey toward Advent, we will walk with Mary as we walk toward Christ. This year's Novena will focus on the Pope Francis’s tender vision of Our Lady through prayer.
DATE: November 15 to 23
TIME: 12:05 p.m. (Eastern Time)
THEME: The Road to God: Walking with Mary and Pope Francis
LOCATION: In-person: The Miraculous Medal Shrine [directions]
500 East Chelten Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19144
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by Fr. Al Pehrsson, CM, a resident of St. Catherine’s Infirmary, Philadelphia |
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Anthony Ramos is the great-great nephew of Filomena Angelone, who donated this golden crown for Our Lady's statue at The Miraculous Medal Shrine. Learn more about this beautiful story of faith, family, and Filomena's promise. Then come to The Miraculous Medal Shrine in person or virtually for our Solemn Novena, throughout which Mary will be wearing her beautiful crown.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
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It wasn’t until the early 20th century that the Church officially approved confraternities and associations that spread devotion to Mary and her Miraculous Medal. When that happened, the Vincentians were able to publicly promote prayers to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. But, given it was such a new feast in the Church, there were no prayers or novenas created yet, so our Vincentian Fathers—Frs. Joseph Skelly, Kieran Moran, and Michael Drennan—developed them using prayers from the Raccolta and St. Alphonsus Liguori’s prayers.
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Which Blessed combined Carmelite and Vincentian spiritualities? (Click here for the answer and to learn more about this unique saint.)
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"I was hospitalized with a ruptured appendix and all my intestines were completely infected. My condition was terminal, and they couldn't operate because of so much infection. They couldn't even draw out any of the infection. I had my Miraculous Medal the whole time, and I'm better now. This Medal has been my miracle. Thank You, my Mother." ~ Janice
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Did you know that the Mass is the highest form of prayer? It is a re-living of Jesus' Passion that we actively participate in. As we enter into that sacred moment, we pray the four types of Catholic prayer: Adoration, Contrition, Petition, and Thanksgiving. It is life-altering.
Transform someone’s life this Christmas with the gift of daily Masses and prayers for an entire year. Your loved ones will receive 365 days of the most powerful prayer on earth beginning on Christmas: the Holy Mass combined with the prayers of the Vincentians and Members of Mary’s Miraculous Medal Family. Give the gift of peace and transformation to your friends and family this year.
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If you can't come to our Solemn Novena in person, bring our prayerful celebration into your house with this Novena Package. Light your candle and unite with us to pray the Novena and Mass from the comfort of your own home.
Package includes a 5" Miraculous Medal Candle, Our Lady of Grace Magnet, and Miraculous Medal Prayer folder. Cost: $10
Don't forget to light a candle at the Shrine, too, where your prayers will stand vigil at Mary's feet for the entire month. |
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Keep the true meaning of the season for everyone on your Christmas list. Buy faith-focused gifts.
3 Easy ways to shop:
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Online: giftshop.miraculousmedal.org
- Toll-free: 1.800.523.3674
- In store: 500 E. Chelten Ave, Phila., PA
Miraculous Medals, Rosaries, Prayer Booklets, Jewelry, and more...
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