Short video “Mary is the Bridge” celebrating the 190th Anniversary of the Miraculous Medal (1830-2020).
Association of the Miraculous Medal
January 20, 1842: The Conversion of Alphonse Ratisbonne, Apostle of the Miraculous Medal
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.
Basilica of Sant’Andrea delle Fratte (Rome, Italy), a significant site for devotees of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
by AMM International Secretariat | November 26, 2024 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation | 0 Comments
On January 20, 1842, an apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary was witnessed at this basilica by Alphonse Ratisbonne, a Jewish banker and atheist.
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (video)
by Famvin Media Resources | November 22, 2024 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation | 0 Comments
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.
Vincentian Family Gathering in Papua New Guinea, 13th – 15th of April
by .famvin | June 17, 2023 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Marian Youth | 0 Comments
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.
The Message of the Miraculous Medal: “Come to the altar”… Live the Eucharist!
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 22, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
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.
When You Turn the Miraculous Medal Over…
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.
The History of Salvation in a Medal • Tales of the Miraculous Virgin
by Kelvin Maldonado | Nov 10, 2016 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Reflections
In less than a month, the Vincentian Family will greet the Virgin with special affection in its invocation of "Miraculous." Surely this month many reflections will be published online, on her history, present, etc. Last week, we invited...
Carrying Mary on Our Neck, Lips and Heart • Tales of the Miraculous Virgin
by Javier F. Chento | Nov 5, 2016 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Reflections
In less than a month, the Vincentian Family will greet the Virgin with special affection in its invocation of "Miraculous." Surely this month many reflections will be published online, on her history, present, etc. Last week, we invited...
The Link that Binds Two Hearts • Tales of the Miraculous Virgin
by Javier F. Chento | Oct 29, 2016 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Reflections
In a month, the Vincentian Family will greet the Virgin with special affection in its invocation of "Miraculous." Surely this month many reflections will be published online, on her history, present, etc. But today we invite you to do...
Resources – Miraculous Medal and Catherine Laboure
by John Freund, CM | Nov 28, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
Resources for Feasts of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, St. Catherine Labouré St. Catherine Labouré was the Daughter of Charity who received and passed on a request from the Blessed Virgin Mary to create the Miraculous Medal worn today by millions of Christians,...
Passing of a Prominent Vincentian leader – Fr. Oscar Lukefahr, CM
by John Freund, CM | Aug 10, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News
Father Oscar Lukefahr, leader of the Association of the Miraculous Medal based in Perryville, MO, died at the end of a very brief illness. He was diagnosed with cancer in mid-July.) The website states... For several years as our Spiritual Director, Father Luke has...
Miraculous Medal Associations celebrate Feast of the Assumption
by John Freund, CM | Aug 5, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News, Vincentian Family
Beginning August 7, at 8:00 a.m. CT, we will honor our Blessed Mother here at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal with a very special Assumption Novena of Masses. On each of these nine days we will celebrate the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass in...
185th Anniversary of apparitions – what happened since then?
by John Freund, CM | Jul 19, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, News, Vincentian Marian Youth
We celebrate the 185th anniversary of the first apparition of our Lady to St. Catherine Labouré, on the night of July 18-19. What impact did the apparitions have since then on the Vincentian Family. Father Corpus Delgado reflects on this in a lengthy article ... St....
Mary as a Model of Faith
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 16, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, News, Reflections
“Do what ever He tells you.” Bishop Joseph Bambera gives a simple, powerful homily on Mary’s example and role as the “first disciple.”
Celebrating 200 years in rue du Bac Paris
by John Freund, CM | May 20, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Daughters of Charity, News
Celebrating 200 years in rue du Bac Paris with the Daughters of Charity (from the international website of the Daughters of Charity) On 28 June 1815, the Daughters of Charity arrived at their 5th Motherhouse. In order to celebrate this event, we were invited to gather...