Most Holy Name of Mary: Why the Church Celebrates It on September 12

Why does the Catholic Church celebrate the Most Holy Name of Mary on September 12? Mary was one of the most common names in the world into which Jesus was born. Yet one young woman from Nazareth would make that name unforgettable. In this documentary, we uncover the remarkable story behind the Holy Name of Mary — from the ancient meaning of her name and Saint Bernard’s famous words, “Think of Mary. Call upon Mary,” to the origins of the feast in Spain and the dramatic events at Vienna in 1683. We also discover why Mary became known as Star of the Sea, why September 12 became the feast day, and what it truly means when we pray: “Mary, pray for us.” Through Nazareth, Cana, Calvary and centuries of Catholic devotion, one truth remains constant: Mary never points to herself. She leads us to Jesus Christ. Most Holy Name of Mary, pray for us. Subscribe to Daily Saints With Grace as we continue exploring the saints, feasts and traditions of our Catholic faith. #MostHolyNameOfMary #BlessedVirginMary #CatholicFaith