The veneration of Virgin Mary is central to Catholics, from popes to the ordinary faithful. Pope Leo XIV closed the first ...

That’s just three of a myriad Virgin ... a Hail Mary. The month of May is dedicated to Marian celebrations, so here’s a look at the history and traditions about Mary and why praying to her ...

It’s also why the rosary is one of the most widely used prayers — including publicly for the pope — and why popular devotions to the Virgin Mary, including processions and festivals ...

That’s just three of a myriad Virgin Marys around the world ... Even many of the less-than-devout know what it means to throw a Hail Mary.