• November 6, 2025
  • Advisory Via Ephesus

The Virgin Mary as Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix of All Grace

Felipe Fortitudo

Recently, the Vatican released a document advising caution in using the title Co-Redemptrix for the Blessed Virgin Mary. While we respect the Church’s guidance, we continue to honor Mary as our Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix of All Grace, following a deep and living tradition of faith.
The title Co-Redemptrix DOES NOT MEAN the Virgin Mary is equal to Jesus, but that she, with full humility and love, cooperated with Him in saving humanity. Her “YES” at the Annunciation allowed the Savior to enter the world. At the foot of the Cross, she shared in His suffering with a mother’s heart. Many saints and popes have recognized this Truth. Pope Pius X called Mary the “repairer of the fallen world.” Pope Pius XI referred to her as Co-Redemptrix, and Pope John Paul II spoke often of her special role in salvation.
 

Throughout history, the Church has defined four Marian dogmas that express her unique place in God’s plan:

  1. Mary’s Divine Motherhood – She is truly the Mother of God (Council of Ephesus, 431 AD).

  2. Mary’s Perpetual Virginity – She remained a virgin before, during, and after the birth of Jesus.

  3. The Immaculate Conception – From the first moment of her existence, Mary was free from original sin (declared by Pope Pius IX in 1854).

  4. The Assumption – At the end of her earthly life, Mary was taken body and soul into Heaven (declared by Pope Pius XII in 1950).

We also hope for the declaration of a fifth Marian dogma:

5. Mary as Co-Redemptrix, Mediatrix, and Advocate – This proposed dogma would affirm her loving cooperation in the redemption brought by Christ, her role in distributing graces, and her intercession for all people.

This belief is beautifully reflected in the Lipa Apparition in the Philippines in 1948, where Our Lady appeared as the Mediatrix of All Grace. Her message was simple yet powerful—pray, do penance, and trust in God’s mercy. These messages continue to inspire and strengthen the faith of many today.

The Sanhedrin presents a series of articles about the Lipa Apparition—its history, messages, and spiritual meaning for our time. Through these reflections, we hope to deepen our love for the Blessed Mother and remain faithful to the Church’s living tradition that honors her as our Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix of All Grace.

With faith and devotion, we joyfully proclaim:
Mary, our Mother, Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix of All Grace, pray for us!

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