In 1571, Christianity was saved at the Battle of Lepanto. Throughout history, Catholic Christians have sought the intercession of the Blessed Mother in every kind of situation. We acknowledge her in times of joy and happiness, and ask her help in times of adversity. How many of us have turned to her and prayed the Hail Mary when confronted with difficulties, catastrophes, disasters? How many combat soldiers have implored her help? When we can’t think of another prayer, we say a Hail Mary. How many of our penances after confession include a Hail Mary? Pope Leo XIII said of her: … Continue reading The Blessed Mother, the Rosary and the Battle of Lepanto