WHAT IS THE "DAY WITH MARY"? 

"A Day with Mary" is a day of prayer organized by the Mission of the Immaculate Mediatrix Movement, which is founded and guided by the Franciscans of the Immaculate (friars and sisters). Being inspired by the spirituality of St. Maximilian M. Kolbe, the new Institute is characterized as Franciscan, Marian and missionary.

The "Day with Mary" is based on the message of Our Lady of Fatima in 1917. Our Lady requested::

"Pray, pray much: make sacrifices for poor sinners; there are many souls who go to hell because there is no one who prays and do penance for them."

Similarly, as the three shepherd, we want to respond concretely to this appeal of Our Lady with joy and generosity.

The Activities of the Day

The day of prayer begins with a brief account of the story of Fatima (sometimes accompanied by film showing if available)  and proceed to liturgical activities with the procession  and crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Church. The day is divided with prayers and Marian hymns, talks and conferences and Eucharistic adoration. This culminates in the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

The recitation of the Holy Rosary and the meditation of on the Way of the Cross, consists of a special moments of graces since they are done in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.

The first part of the day concludes with packed lunch. This is a moment where participants can get to know each other better and help one another understand ways to praise and honor Our Blessed Lady .

 The day concludes with the Eucharistic benediction and the blessing of religious objects/statues (if any). It is also an opportunity for those who want to be imposed with the Miraculous Medals or be clothed with the Brown Scapular of Mt. Carmel. 

There is an available priest for the whole day to hear confession or spiritual direction so as to obtain plenary indulgence that can be applied for the faithful departed.

As a conclusion, a final procession with the statue of Our Lady of Fatima takes place. It is through this gesture that the "World Apostolate for Fatima" received the title of the "Pilgrim Virgin. Ad Jesum per Marian!■