Our Lady of Guadalupe, whose feast we celebrate today, appeared to St. Juan Diego in 1531 on Tepeyac Hill, near present-day Mexico City. Through her miraculous image and words, the Blessed Mother proclaimed the truth of the Gospel at a critical historical turning point for the peoples of the Americas. Her message continues to inspire religious and cultural transformation across the globe, particularly within the Order, which honors Our Lady of Guadalupe as its patroness. In recent years, devotion to her has spread to Ukraine. “She is a mother of unity among different cultures,” said State Deputy Mykola Mostovyak, “which strongly resonates in a country in need of solidarity.” 

The Gospel in Her Image

Nearly 500 years after Our Lady of Guadalupe appeared to St. Juan Diego in Mexico City, her miraculous image, imprinted on his tilma, continues to evangelize and draw people closer to Christ. At Guadalupe, Mary reminded the entire world that her maternal care extends to all people. “Our Lady inspires [the Knights] and guides us in all of our efforts — especially those for the sake of the unborn and the most vulnerable,” said Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly in February 2023, on the occasion of renewing the Order’s consecration to Our Lady of Guadalupe. “We take constant solace in knowing that she is here, she who is our mother.” 
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The Light of Guadalupe in the Shadow of War

Leading up to the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Knights in Ukraine led a nationwide prayer movement from Dec. 8-12, in which daily Divine Liturgies were celebrated for the special intentions of peace and the protection of the country. Uniting brothers across Ukraine, including those on the front lines, this spiritual campaign seeks the assistance of the Blessed Mother to establish a civilization of love in a time of war.  
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Hope in the Storm

When severe floods struck Guadalajara, Mexico, earlier this year, Knights united to bring hope and restoration to devastated families, providing essential household items and other vital aid. “If we do something for them, if we reach out, surely we’ll not only be doing a work of charity,” said Arnold Jimenez, a member of Las Victorias Council 14374 in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico West. “We will also be evangelizing deeply and bringing people closer to God.” 
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Seeking Holiness Together

Through their example of faith and fraternity, Knights from Nuestra Señora del Refugio University Council 18590 in Monterrey, Mexico, are inspiring and strengthening other students on campus to center their lives on Christ. “To be in a university council and to belong to the Church helps you to live your life in order,” said council member Jesús Díaz. “To live a more stable and full life, [to know] that God has your back and that someone is supporting you.” 
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