Mother Teresa, the Miraculous Medal, and Her Quiet Devotion to Mary

Mother Teresa is often remembered for her work with the poor, the sick, and the forgotten. But behind her visible mission was a hidden strength—her deep devotion to the Blessed Mother.

She didn’t speak much about it in public. She didn’t need to. Her actions spoke louder than words. But those who knew her well understood: Mary was her refuge. Her guide. Her mother.

Mother Teresa always carried a Miraculous Medal with her. She gave them out freely to the people she served, often placing them gently in the hands of the dying, the grieving, or the desperate. She didn’t push it on anyone. She just believed that even in the darkest places, Mary’s presence could shine through.

The Miraculous Medal isn’t a good luck charm. It’s a quiet reminder that Mary sees us, stands beside us, and brings our needs to her Son with a mother’s heart. The prayer on the medal says, “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.” It’s not flashy. Just a simple cry for help and trust.

Mother Teresa believed in that kind of prayer—the kind that doesn’t need big words. The kind that says, “Be with me. Stay with me. Walk with me.”

In your own journey—whether you’re dealing with grief, searching for peace, or just trying to stay grounded—know that Mary is available to you too. No perfect prayer needed. Just an open heart.

If you’d like a Miraculous Medal, let me know. I keep a small supply here for anyone who wants one—free of charge, just as she gave them. Not because the medal itself is magic, but because it’s a sign that love still reaches us through the dark.