Mary, Mediatrix of All Graces – Mariology Without Apology: A Masterclass in Mariology No. 13

In this episode of the Masterclass in Mariology, Dr. Mark Miravalle and Dr. Robert Fastiggi discuss the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary as the "Mediatrix of All Graces." Dr Miravalle refers to St. John Paul II's term “maternal mediation,” highlighting that Mary’s role as spiritual mother includes her function as Co-redemptrix with Christ and as the distributor of all graces of redemption. This role extends from Genesis, where Mary is seen as the New Eve, continuing through the New Testament, where her intercession is seen in events such as the Annunciation (Luke 1:38 - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/1?38) and the Wedding at Cana (John 2:3 - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/2?3). The Church Fathers and Popes, such as Leo XIII and Pius XII, reaffirm that every grace flows through Mary. This teaching, though not dogmatically defined, is considered definitive et tenenda (to be definitively held). The episode also touches on Marian apparitions like Fatima, where Mary’s mediating role is further emphasized. Finally, they discuss how Mary's mediation integrates with the sacraments, further cementing her role in the distribution of divine grace.

For Further Reading:
Genesis 3:15 NAB - Prophecy of the New Eve - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/genesis/3?15
Luke 1:38 NAB - Annunciation, Mary’s Yes - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/1?38
John 2:3 NAB - Mary intercedes at Cana - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/2?3
CCC 969 - Mary's motherhood and mediation - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/969.htm
CCC 62 - Graces from Mary - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/62.htm
CCC 2679 - Prayer through Mary - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/2679.htm