O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee

By devoutly wearing the Miraculous Medal and praying, we draw closer to the Blessed Mother…

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Apparitions of the Virgin Mary

Night Prayer Revelation

In quiet night, Virgin first appears in convent in 1830, promising to convey vital messages through Catherine.

Divine Vision

During the second apparition, our Lady instructed Catherine to make a grace-filled protection medal accordingly.

Sincere Transmission

Catherine follows instructions secretly, reports to priest; path to making medal fraught with difficulties.

Birth of the Medal

Years pass, with prayers, Miraculous Medal takes form, finally produced, becoming a beacon of hope for believers.

Power of Faith

Cholera ravages, wearers of Miraculous Medal spared, witness its power, fame spreads globally.

Eternal Legacy

Catherine recounts experiences on deathbed; Miraculous Medal remains a symbol of faith, enduring through ages.

The Grace of the Blessed Mother

On November 27, 1830, the Blessed Virgin appeared to Sister Catherine in the convent chapel. The Virgin stood upon a half-globe with her foot upon a serpent, and beams of light emanated from her hands, symbolizing the graces she bestows upon her devotees.

An oval aureole then appeared, inscribed in gold with the words: O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.

The Blessed Virgin instructed Sister Catherine to make a medal based on this apparition, promising rich graces to those who wear it.

Symbols of Grace

The Front of the Miraculous Medal

The Blessed Virgin stands upon a half-sphere, her foot crushing the serpent’s head, symbolizing victory over evil.

Open hands emitting rays signify graces bestowed by Mary upon the faithful.

The inscription calls to Mary, conceived without sin, asking her intercession for those who turn to her.

The Back of the Miraculous Medal

The intertwined “M” and cross denote the inseparable bond between Mary and Jesus.

The crowned Heart of Jesus and the pierced Heart of Mary illustrate their shared suffering and sacrifice.

Twelve stars represent the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles, symbolizing the foundation of the Church.

Voices of the Spirit

Connect with stories from others who journey with their Miraculous Medals, enriching your spiritual experience

Testimonies of Grace

…it was through her that Jesus Christ came into the world, and it is also through her that He must reign in the world…

St. Louis de Montfort

St. Louis de Montfort

1673 - 1716

The Blessed Virgin told me, “Have a medal made like this. Those who wear it—especially around the neck—will receive great graces.”

St. Catherine Labouré

St. Catherine Labouré

1806 - 1879

Mary is truly Mother of the Redeemer, Mother of Christ, therefore Mother of the Church and Mother of each of us.

Pope John Paul II

Pope John Paul II

1920 - 2005