Aug 05 – Homily – Fr Elias: St. Mary Major

Homily #130805b ( 08min) Play - Fr. Elias on the Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome which was built in commemoration of the Council of Ephesus (431) which declared Mary was the Mother of God. Fr. Elias explains the importance of the Council and the Basilica and all the relics there that remind us of the life of Christ here on earth.
Ave Maria!
Mass: Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major - Opt Mem - Form: OF
Readings: Monday 18th Week of Ordinary Time
1st: num 11:4-15
Resp: psa 81:12-13, 14-15, 16-17
Gsp: mat 14:13-21

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