May is the month of Mary

 

For May, often called Mary's month in popular devotion, we offer you two articles for contemplation. The first one, below, is divided into five sections: liturgy, Mary's month, ways to celebrate, a practical suggestion for a Marian coronation, and a sample celebration for use in parishes. The second article shares with you the official church teaching on coronation of images. You will find this in our resource section, Coronation of Mary.
	Liturgical Celebrations for Mary in May
	Mary Month – Why May?
	Ways to Celebrate Mary's Month
	May Crowning Suggestions:
	Everyone Crowns (for younger children)
	A Marian Coronation Celebration for Parishes
	Additional Resources:
	What is the History of the May Devotion?
	Coronation of Mary (official rite of coronation as recommended by the Church)
	May Hymns
	What is the origin of the May Altar? More: http://campus.udayton.edu/mary/meditations/crownmed.html