Marian Messages, apparitions and feasts in November
In the month of November, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary continues to inspire the faithful through various messages, apparitions, and Marian feasts. Here is a summary of significant Marian events and feast days throughout November:
1. Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary in November
- November 5: Feast of Our Lady of the Portal (France)
This feast celebrates the appearance of Mary at the “Portal” in Le Puy-en-Velay, France, which became a sanctuary where many pilgrims sought her intercession, especially during times of plague and famine. - November 9: Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Presentation
This feast commemorates the dedication of the basilica in Faenza, Italy, where Mary is venerated under the title “Our Lady of the Presentation,” symbolizing her early dedication to God. - November 16: Feast of Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn (Vilnius, Lithuania)
The image of Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn is famous for the powerful graces and miracles associated with it. This Marian devotion has grown throughout Eastern Europe, symbolizing protection, mercy, and spiritual shelter. - November 21: Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
This feast celebrates Mary’s dedication to God from an early age and her lifelong purity and holiness. This is an ancient feast that reminds the faithful of Mary’s role in salvation and her perpetual dedication to God. - November 27: Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
This feast commemorates the Marian apparition to Saint Catherine Labouré in Paris, France, in 1830, when Mary instructed her to have the Miraculous Medal struck. The medal is a reminder of Mary’s role as a mediator of graces, and countless people have reported blessings and graces through wearing it.
2. Messages of Mary in Apparitions Associated with November
- Our Lady of Beauraing, Belgium (Apparition: November 29, 1932 – January 3, 1933)
Beginning on November 29, Mary appeared to five children in Beauraing, Belgium, known as “Our Lady with the Golden Heart.” She encouraged prayer, conversion, and devotion to her Immaculate Heart. Her message centered on peace and the importance of love within families. She asked for a chapel to be built in her honor and emphasized that she would lead souls to Jesus through her Immaculate Heart. - Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, Rue du Bac, Paris, France (Apparition: November 27, 1830)
Mary appeared to Saint Catherine Labouré, a novice with the Daughters of Charity, giving her a vision of the Miraculous Medal and its design. The message focused on Mary’s role in the distribution of graces and the powerful intercession she offers to those who trust in her. “O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee,” was her message, a reminder of her immaculate conception and her willingness to mediate graces for humanity.
3. Reflections on the Month of November and Marian Devotion
November, traditionally a month of remembrance and prayer for the dead in the Catholic Church, is also an ideal time for reflection on Mary’s role as a source of solace and hope. The Marian feasts in November invite the faithful to consider Mary’s closeness to humanity, her readiness to intercede, and her guidance toward deeper faith.
The messages from her apparitions in November, such as those in Beauraing and Rue du Bac, emphasize prayer, peace, and devotion to her Immaculate Heart. As the liturgical year nears its end and transitions to Advent, Mary encourages believers to renew their faith, trust in God’s providence, and open their hearts to her son, Jesus.
Suggested Prayer for November
“Mary, Mother of Consolation, in this month of reflection, we ask for your intercession for our beloved departed and for peace in our hearts. Guide us closer to your son, and help us to grow in faith and trust, following your example of holiness and love. Amen.”
