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May the Month of Mary | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 28
More from Purposely CatholicAbout this episode
May's place in Marian devotion leads Khalil, Bobby, and seminarian Gianni DiTola into questions about honoring Mary. They discuss the difference between worship and veneration, crowning a statue of Mary, and icons and idols.
We also consider ways of growing in Marian devotion, the Rosary, and deeper meditation in prayer. The conversation connects the season's emphasis on Mary with the daily work of following Jesus.
In this episode
- Why May is dedicated to Mary
- Worship and veneration
- Crowning a statue of Mary
- Icons and idols
- The Rosary and questions about deeper prayer
Khalil Hattar and Bobby Fredericksen with Gianni DiTola
About the guest
Gianni DiTola is a seminarian for the Diocese of Gary, with St. John the Evangelist in St. John, Indiana, as his home parish. His formation now takes place at the Pontifical North American College in Rome. He previously studied at Purdue University before entering seminary formation. He emphasizes Marian devotion and building a life around prayer.
