The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 133: Devotion to Mary

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May 13, 2023
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Devotion to Mary in Worship

  • The Church's devotion to Mary is intrinsic to Christian worship and fulfills her prophecy, "all generations will call me blessed."
  • Loving Mary deepens our worship and relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Mary as the Church's Icon

  • Mary is the eschatological icon of the Church, representing what the Church will be at the end of her journey.
  • She uniquely embodies the fullness of grace through the Holy Spirit, showing the Church's ultimate destiny.
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Levels of Honor and Worship

  • Worship (latria) is due to God alone, while honor (dulia) is given to saints, and hyperdulia is special honor given to Mary.
  • Honoring Mary with hyperdulia fosters and greatly supports the worship due to God alone.
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