On January 20, 1842, an apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary was witnessed at this basilica by Alphonse Ratisbonne, a Jewish banker and atheist.

by Vincentian Family Office | May 23, 2025 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News | 0 Comments
The Miraculous Medal Association keeps expanding, with a presence in more than 55 countries. But the call continues: it becomes more urgent to extend the presence of the Association where it has not yet taken root.
by .famvin | May 16, 2025 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News | 0 Comments
The International Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) is delighted to share the latest issue of their Bulletin.
by .famvin | January 22, 2025 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News | 0 Comments
A historic ice storm struck Perryville, Missouri, on January 5, 2025, causing widespread damage, including $100,000 in repairs needed at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Despite fallen trees and cracked sidewalks, restoration efforts are underway, and Masses, along with the Visitor Center, have resumed, as the Shrine calls for prayers and support to recover this cherished spiritual site.
by .famvin | January 16, 2025 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Outstanding Vincentians | 0 Comments
Alphonse Ratisbonne (1814–1884) was a Frenchman of Jewish background who, after a profound conversion experience on January 20, 1842, became a Jesuit priest and co-founded the Congregation of Our Lady of Sion, dedicated to fostering understanding between Jews and Christians. His life and work significantly impacted Jewish-Christian relations, and his conversion remains a notable testament to faith and spiritual transformation.
by AMM International Secretariat | Nov 26, 2024 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
On January 20, 1842, an apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary was witnessed at this basilica by Alphonse Ratisbonne, a Jewish banker and atheist.
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 22, 2024 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
Since 1915, the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal (CAMM) based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA has dedicated itself to spreading the devotion of Mary and her Miraculous Medal to millions of people.
by .famvin | Jun 17, 2023 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Marian Youth
The gathering was held on the 13 – 15th of April at Brown River. The participants were comprised of Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) and Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY) members from 14 mile, Laloki, Sabusa, Goldie and Brown River Substations of the Holy Name of Jesus Parish.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 27, 2021 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Media
The Miraculous Medal is a material object that points to the spiritual... a visible reminder of invisible realities. The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to a young Daughter of Charity novice, Catherine Labouré, and gave her the design of the medal, in 1830. "When...
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 6, 2021 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Media
Based on a sermon by Jean Daniel Planchot, CM.
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 6, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Media
In this reflection by Andrés Pato, CM, we see Mary as the model of who we should be, and of what we should do.
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 27, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
Short video “Mary is the Bridge” celebrating the 190th Anniversary of the Miraculous Medal (1830-2020).
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 22, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Media
A reflection on how Mary motivates us to encounter her Son in the Eucharist and then, filled with God’s grace, to go out and act concretely.
by Rev. Carl Pieber, CM, Sub-Director General, Miraculous Medal Association | Nov 7, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Reflections
The front of the medal already proclaims the omnipotent power of Mary…BUT TURN THE MEDAL OVER, and the power of all of Salvation is made present.
by Vincentian Family Office | Sep 21, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News
This year, Our Lady visited everyone virtually, using different social media and networks.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 17, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
The Miraculous Medal Shrine in Philadelphia is proud to announce its Saint ALIVE program, in which St. Catherine Labouré comes to life, sharing the story of Mary and the Miraculous Medal.
by .famvin | Jun 7, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
It is “not that Catherine Labouré was holy because she saw the Blessed Virgin; she was holy because she was faithful to the mission given her to do.”