June 21, 2018
Fra Angelico’s Virgin of Humility
Enjoy two saintly soul's reflections on the humility of Our Lady... https://youtu.be/P59l0zBeWHw?list=PLlhj0EtkHAgD5PBuxhDz5DTOPDZra9VYg “All the greatness of the Blessed Virgin was accomplished by the humility of her most holy Heart. From the first to…
July 21, 2018
St. Lawrence Brindisi on Our Lady
"How noble did Mary appear in the heaven of the Divine Plan! A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun. No more brilliant or splendid figure can be created by the…
July 27, 2018
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service: New sculpture installation to display diverse images of Virgin Mary
Ave Maria! Some of Milwaukee's artists are reclaiming their alleyways from criminals, using Marian artwork. It's a beautiful example of ingenuity, creativity and devotion. In the quiet alleyway at 26th and Mineral streets…
July 29, 2018
History of Notre Dame of Chartres Cathedral – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk3VsinLgvc A tour of the architecture of the Cathedral of Notre Dame of Chartres, France an early example of the Gothic style and the religious significance of many details. Chartres Cathedral (Notre Dame…
August 2, 2018
O Sanctissima – A Marian Hymn
Ave Maria! On this Franciscan Feast Day of Feast of Our Lady of the Angels (the Portiuncula) we draw attention to this Marian hymn, "O Sanctissima" traces its roots back to the 17th…
August 3, 2018
Photos: 10-year anniversary of Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe church in La Crosse | Local | lacrossetribune.com
Ave Maria! Here are some pictures from the Ten Year Anniversary celebrations at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, WI which our friars staff. Congratulations to everyone at the…
August 5, 2018
Omni die dic Mariae- Marian Hymn
Ave Maria, A copy of this hymn by Bernard of Cluny was found beneath the right temple of St. Casimir's incorrupt body when his grave was opened. Also this is the memorial of…
August 8, 2018
Fra Leonard Maria Deocareza – RIP
On July 27, 2018 Fra Leonard left this exile for Heaven after a long battle with esophageal cancer at age 42. Since being stationed in England he has resided in our friaries in…
August 11, 2018
“Alleluia- Virgo Clara”- by the Franciscans of the Immaculate
Ave Maria! This is a chant by our very own Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate from the album "Virgo Parens." Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZchbthPXbwU
August 14, 2018
Virgin Mary Statue Is All That’s Left After Family’s Home Burns Down During Hurricane Harvey | Inside Edition
Ave Maria! During Hurricane Harvey last year, the Virgin Mary gave a Catholic family hope in the midst of disaster. Amid tragedy, one family found a symbol of hope. Cidalin Rojas, whose family…
August 22, 2018
Hail Queen of Heaven- Marian Hymn
Ave Maria! "Hail Queen of Heaven" is the English version of the Latin hymn "Ave Maris Stella." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sD7bbiyTcNo “Hail, Queen Of Heaven (The Ocean Star)” I Hail, queen of heaven, the ocean star,…