WASHINGTON, December 8th.
WASHINGTON, December 8th. A formal message issued by THE WHITE HOUSE has extended greetings to Americans observing the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, and has offered a reflection upon the life, character, and enduring influence of Mary, the mother of Jesus, whose place within Christian history has long stood as a point of devotion for many families throughout the nation. The message recognizes the feast as a moment of solemn remembrance, calling upon the faithful to consider Mary’s humility, her willingness to accept the call placed before her, and the lasting meaning of her words recorded in Scripture as she offered herself to the will of God.
According to the statement released by THE WHITE HOUSE, the feast serves as an occasion to recall the moment of the Annunciation, during which Mary accepted the role set before her and affirmed her trust in God’s purpose. The message describes this acceptance as an event that altered the course of human history, and presents Mary as one of the most significant figures in the biblical record, held in reverence not only for her place in salvation history but also for the example of steadfastness and devotion that she represents to many believers.
The message further reflects upon the presence of Catholic tradition within the early life of the nation; it recalls that in the year 1792, the young United States was consecrated to Mary by Bishop John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop appointed within the country. The statement observes that this early act of dedication has remained part of America’s spiritual heritage and has been carried forward through institutions influenced by Marian devotion, including churches, universities, hospitals, and the great Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception located in Washington.
The notice issued by THE WHITE HOUSE speaks also of the hope for peace and concord among nations, referring to earlier generations who sought divine comfort during the hardship of world conflict and who turned to prayer when the burdens of war or uncertainty lay heavily upon the world. The message calls upon Americans to remember these examples as they gather with family, to offer gratitude for the blessings of the season, and to pray for harmony within the nation and abroad.
The statement concludes with a greeting to all who observe the feast, marking December 8th as a day of reflection upon grace, history, faith, and the unbroken tradition of devotion that has carried the observance from century to century. The release provided by THE WHITE HOUSE stands at this hour as the complete and first hand account of the administration’s recognition of the feast and its meaning.
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• THE WHITE HOUSE official statement recognizing the Feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8th
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