Co-Redemptrix: Her Title Rejected? A Defense of Our Lady

About this sermon

In this powerful sermon for the Feast of the Dedication of the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, we reflect deeply on the meaning of God’s house on earth, Jacob’s vision of the heavenly ladder, and the profound connection between the Church and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Father speaks with clarity and conviction about Our Lady’s exalted titles—Mediatrix of All Graces and Co-Redemptrix—explaining their historical, theological, and devotional foundations rooted in Scripture, the Early Church Fathers, and the teachings of numerous popes. Responding to recent developments from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, this sermon lovingly defends the traditional Marian doctrines that have nourished Catholic souls for centuries. Father also shares his personal testimony of Mary’s role in his conversion and priesthood, offering a heartfelt reminder that we must defend the honor of our Mother, the Mother of God, just as she tirelessly defends and intercedes for us. This sermon relates the reverence due to the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran—the “Mother and Mistress of all churches”—with the reverence due to the Blessed Virgin Mary, highlighting her unique mission, privileges, and participation in the work of redemption. Whether you are exploring Catholic doctrine, deepening your Marian devotion, or seeking clarity on current Church discussions, this homily offers rich theological insight grounded in Tradition, Scripture, and love for Our Lady. 🙏 May this sermon strengthen your devotion to Mary and renew your love for the Church founded by Christ. 0:00 – In the Name of the Father… Opening 0:36 – “How terrible is this place?” – Jacob’s Vision 1:00 – The Feast of St. John Lateran Explained 1:15 – Why This Basilica Is the Mother of All Churches 1:40 – Constantine and the Church Emerging from Persecution 2:01 – The Church as the Gate of Heaven 2:15 – Connection to the Canticle of Canticles 2:24 – Our Lady as “Terrible as an Army Set in Array” 2:51 – Mary as Intercessor and Mother of the Church 3:24 – Why Mary Is Central to the Sermon 3:35 – Mary as the Necessary Channel of Grace 3:56 – A Recent Vatican Document Discouraging Marian Titles 4:36 – Father’s Shock and Sorrow 5:02 – Mary’s Role in His Conversion 5:48 – “Who are you if you don’t speak up for your mother?” 6:31 – Mary Is Truly the Mother of God 7:07 – The Councils of Ephesus and Chalcedon 7:40 – Christ Is One Divine Person 8:05 – Why Mary Is Rightly Called Mother of God 8:19 – Mediatrix of All Graces Explained 8:58 – Her Fiat Made Redemption Possible 9:12 – Mary’s Heavenly Mediation 9:34 – Early Church Fathers on Mary (St. Ephraim, etc.) 9:51 – Popes Who Affirmed Mediatrix 10:14 – Why the Title Co-Redemptrix Is Fitting 10:35 – St. Paul: One Mediator—Correctly Understood 11:03 – Our Participation in Redemption 11:23 – Why Mary Has the Title in a Unique Way 11:45 – Genesis Prophecy—Mary Crushing the Serpent’s Head 12:02 – Mary at the Foot of the Cross 12:17 – Popes Who Affirmed Co-Redemptrix 12:34 – Multiple Papal Teachings 12:36 – Why Speak About Mary Today 12:53 – We Would Have Nothing Without Her 12:56 – Edmund Burke on Marie Antoinette 14:41 – “The Age of Chivalry Is Over” 15:01 – Defending Our Mother as Catholics 15:27 – Closing: In the Name of the Father… #Catholic #Sermon #MediatrixOfAllGraces #CoRedemptrix #MotherOfGod #TraditionalCatholic #StJohnLateran #CatholicChurch #Mariology #VirginMary #CatholicFaith #LatinMass #CatholicDoctrine #CatholicHomily #DefendMary 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Support Catholic Businesses here - https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ Sensus Fidelium Press - https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ Sensus Fidelium Apps - https://sensusfidelium.tv/ Support Sensus Fidelium - https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Sensus Fidelium is your go to for sermons on the catholic church, faith, growing in holiness, study of the scriptures, anything and everything you need to be set on fire for the Lord and His Church.