Catholics Honour the Blessed Virgin Mary on Her Birthday

Today, September 8, Catholics across the world celebrate the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of Jesus and their spiritual mother. The feast highlights Mary as a model of faith, humility and devotion.

Her life shows that it is possible to stay close to God even when faced with challenges. Many turn to her for guidance on how to grow in virtue.

The day serves as a reminder to imitate her virtues of humility, faith, obedience, prayer, self-denial, purity, love, patience and kindness in daily living.