GENAZZANO, Italy (AP) — The month of May is dedicated to Marian celebrations, so here’s a look at the history and traditions about Mary and why praying to her means so much to so many.

For Aaron Rodgers, the Hail Mary at this point is more play than prayer. He has executed three of them now, in NFL games, in the span of about 13 months. Two have come in playoff games.

A Catholic prayer and meditation app is hoping to inspire more than a Hail Mary pass or a bended knee in the end zone during Super Bowl LVIII this Sunday, Feb. 11.

Chicago, Ill., Aug 28, 2021 / 16:00 pm. An Illinois priest has alleged that Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, ordered him to cease praying the Prayer to St. Michael and the Hail Mary ...

Hail Mary, full of grace: Why popes and other Catholics pray to the Virgin Mary . May 16, 2025 at 10:09 pm . By . Giovanna Dell'Orto. The Associated Press.

Two mothers who went to morning Mass on a recent weekday at the Genazzano chapel — where the Mary icon stands — said they pray their children, ranging in age from 18 to 24, will keep the faith.

Hail Mary, full of grace: Why popes and other Catholics pray to the Virgin Mary The veneration of Virgin Mary is central to Catholics, from popes to the ordinary faithful. Giovanna Dell'orto.