Today, Marianists worldwide celebrate the Feast of Mary, Queen of Apostles. Our feast honors the Queenship of Mary and also her mission to make Jesus known, loved, and served.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because she is full of grace.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because she is the creature most intimate with God.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because she gives Jesus to us and helps us to love him.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because she formed the Apostles and directed them in their preaching.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because she is mother of grace and channel of mercy.
Mary is Queen of Apostles because in her every hope is life and virtue.
FUN FACT:
On this day in 1818 the first Marianists, publically professed vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
