Pray the Memorare

                                        

The Memorare is a 15th century but still-loved prayer to our Mother Mary. A gentle moment of prayer and remembrance. In this short reflection, I share the simple origin of the Memorare and pray it with you—an invitation to rest in Mary’s motherly help and the quiet strength she brings.

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.