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Among the many stories associated with Pauline Perdrau's painting of
Gur Lady is this one: In the fall of 1846, Pope Pius IX visited Trinity
dei Monti and was overwhelmed by the beauty of the fresco of Mary.
"Mater Admirabilis!" exclaimed the pope, giving the painting of Mary
the title it bears to this day.
Today, a statue or painting of Mater Admirabilis can be found in
every Sacred Heart school around the world. Her feast is marked
with liturgical celebrations, alumnae gatherings and pink goQter on
October 20.
"The great women we are challenged to become stems from our
devotion to Mater and our understanding that she is the greatest
model o f faith, courage, and humility.” Isabella Puig ' 18
