Fall-Winter 2013-2014

U nfortunately, after the Second Vatican Council, devotion to Mary kind of waned. Fortunately, through the efforts of people like Blessed John Paul II, devotion to Our Blessed Mother is making a fast and fruitful comeback. Of course, the Marians have been overjoyed to participate in this renewal in a number of ways. For instance, thanks to the preaching of charismatic Marians like Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, and Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC, tens of thousands of people all over the world have rediscovered the powerful and loving intercession of Our Blessed Mother, Mary. Also, through our publishing apostolate, millions of Marian books and pamphlets go out to the faithful every year, with MarianHelpers assisting in the distribution. More recently, the Marians have helped spark one of the largest promotional efforts for Marian Consecration ever (see article on page 33). Through this initiative, hundreds of thousands of people in the last year have consecrated themselves to Jesus through Mary, the “crowning of Marian devotion.” Not surprisingly, tens of thousands of Marian Helpers are actively participating in this mission. In so many ways, Marian Helpers have enabled, sup- ported, and collaborated with the Marians in rekindling a love for Mary in the Church. For this, we thank you. Devotion Mary MARIAN EXPERTS: Supported by the Helpers, the Marians spread devotion to Mary through our books and speaking engagements, especially Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, (shown) and Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC. Both are known for their popular books on Our Lady. to