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11. Growing Closer to Jesus Through Mother Mary in 2026

• Carrie Jain

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As we begin a new year and continue in the light of Epiphany, this episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and listen for where God is leading you in 2026.

Rather than choosing a single “word for the year,” I share how the Lord gently invited me to focus on faithfully living the faith by growing in virtue — particularly through imitating the virtues of our Blessed Mother Mary. As a newer Catholic, I reflect on my journey deeper into the Church these past 2 year, my growing love for reverence and tradition, and how God has been shaping this season into a Marian year.

In this episode, we reflect on:

✨ What it means to grow closer to Jesus through Mary

✨ Why Marian devotion always leads us more deeply to Christ

✨ The 10 Marian virtues described by St. Louis de Montfort

✨ Choosing virtues for the year to support and guide our goals

✨ The beauty and power of the Rosary

✨ Practical ways to invite Mary into your prayer life in the year ahead

This episode includes a beautiful prayer from the Sisters of Life, Magnificat With Mary, time for reflection, and gentle encouragement to discern which Marian virtues the Lord may be inviting you to grow in this year.

Whether you are a convert, a cradle Catholic, or simply curious about Marian devotion, my prayer is that this episode helps you feel supported, encouraged, and reminded that you are not behind — you are exactly where God wants to meet you.T

May 2026 be a year of deeper trust, quiet listening, and growing closer to Jesus through the heart of His Mother.

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