In his address, the pope reflected on the Magnificat, which is not only “a hymn of praise and exultation for the great things that the Lord has accomplished in her,” but also a recounting of “the work of God in the entire history of her people.”
Mary teaches primacy of humility over power, success
Pedal Pilgrimage to Grasshopper Chapel planned for Aug. 13
The 13th annual Pedal Pilgrimage, a prayerful 23-mile bike tour starting and ending at the Assumption (Grasshopper) Chapel in Cold Spring, begins at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13.
Pope prays for exploited women, Mary’s intercession on feast of Assumption
Celebrating the feast of the Assumption just three days after visiting a group of young women rescued from the sex trade, Pope Francis prayed for all exploited women and girls.