SOLEMNITY OF OUR LADY OF MERCY

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OUR LADY OF MERCY
Solemnity
The title "Mercy"
for our Lady had its origin from the Order of Mercy which was so called for its
ministry-the redemption of slaves. During the Middle Ages this ministry was
known as the work of mercy. The Order has always attributed to Mary a special
participation in its foundation. For this reason the Order has always honored
her with particular devotion since its begin-ning and in accordance with its
Founder, Saint Peter Nolasco,who in 1249, dedicated a church to her. In 1600,
permission was granted to celebrate on the feast of the Nativity of Mary a special liturgy dedicated to Mary
under the title of “Mercy.”In 1696,the feast was extended to the whole Church.
under the title of “Mercy.”In 1696,the feast was extended to the whole Church.