“As we approach the fifth centenary of Her apparitions, we must continue to pray for the conversion of heart of those who do not value the sanctity of life at all stages from conception to natural death. ” – Fr. Tony Stephens
“In Heaven, having been freed of all our sins and purified by the blood of Christ, we too will be rightfully called immaculate (without stain). Mary’s feast is ours, too, by way of promise.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
“From her place now in the Light, Mary sees you. She knows the designs of God for your life. She prays for you.” – Fr. James Brent, OP
“When the enemy begins to project exaggerated fears onto the screen of our imagination, we do well to follow the advice of St. Bernard of Clairvaux: “’If temptation storms, or you fall upon the rocks of tribulation, look to the star: call upon Mary.”” – Fr. Mark Yavarone
“The [Solemnity] of the Assumption is a strong appeal to us to live ‘ever intent upon heavenly things,’ and not to allow ourselves to be carried away by the vicissitudes and seductions of the world.” – Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen
“The greatest contemplative practice I have found is to quietly and prayerfully say the holy name of Mary in the midst of all the various activities I am involved in.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
“One is so at ease near one’s mother. With her, everything becomes easier; the weary, discouraged heart, disturbed by storms, finds new hope and strength, and continues the journey with fresh courage.” – Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen
“Today as we carry our own crosses, as we look upon the mystery of a small white host, as we wonder at times where God is and what He is doing, we can be sure that He is always doing the work of the Father and is always waiting to be found and recognized by us.” – Grace Abruzzo
“Simeon rejoices to see the Savior—but the joy of the mystery is tempered as he speaks of the sorrow and suffering that will accompany this sign of contradiction.” – Grace Abruzzo
“What is most important is that you love her, and what will be most helpful to you is finding the way in which you, with all your uniqueness and individuality, can love her best.”- Fr. Jeremiah Shryock