The Prayer of Mary

“WORDS OF PRAISE FOR The Prayer of Mary . . . “The Prayer of Mary presents the Fiat of Mary as a model for all genuine prayer and Mary’s devotion to her Son and Savior as the path for all Christians. I believe this book will change the hearts, minds, lives and lifestyles of many, leading them to a deeper walk with God. In an age that seems to have lost its heart, Deacon Keith Fournier’s beautifully written book reintroduces the world to the woman who we still call ‘Blessed’ and the way that leads to true freedom and peace.”

Rick Santorum

“John Paul the II’s greatest wish during his pontificate, echoing the Gospel, was that ‘that all might be one.’ It was the most important goal that he did not reach during his graced life. Deacon Keith Fournier, a man of the ‘New Evangelization’ in so many aspects, has written a book on Mary, the mother of God, whom he clearly sees as the person who can bring all Christians together so that we worship the Lord as one. Only through imitating Mary the Virgin in her prayer, humility, and deep personal love of the person of Jesus will we achieve that goal for the glory of God and the good of the whole world. Few men in our time have labored more diligently for true ecumenism than Keith Fournier. This book marks another important stage in uniting us so that we can more effectively preach and live the Gospel of Life to our society as Mary lived it out in her own life.”

Fr. C. John McCloskey III

“Deacon Keith A. Fournier is a gift to the Church in our time. His writings, beyond ‘left’ and ‘right’ factionalism, reflect a depth of spiritual and analytical insight which is a signpost for the New Evangelization already underway.”

Stephen Hand

“Do you have a love for the Blessed Virgin Mary? Here is a book to help you delve wonderfully, Biblically, and historically into her heart and her role in salvation history. Are you among those who wonder what all the fuss is about? Here is a book to give you a panoramic view of this incredible woman used mightily of God whom you will soon grow to love. Deacon Keith Fournier has so captured the heartbeat of the woman the Church has called the ‘Theotokos’ (the Mother of God) for two thousand years, that his words will transcend East vs. West, Protestant vs. Catholic, and Historic vs. Modern. I not only recommend this book, I will be giving them away.”

RANDOLPH SLY Archbishop

“Keith Fournier has given a great gift to the whole body of Christ by showing us that Mary’s obedience and spirituality are models for our own relationships with Jesus. Of all the personalities in the story of the Gospel, few figures are as large as Mary. Sadly, we Protestant Evangelicals have virtually ignored her. Yet, Mary was the first to ‘accept Jesus’ when she said yes to the angel, and she remained closer to our Lord than any person on earth. This is an excellent, tender and beautifully written study of the most important mother—some might say the most important Christian—who ever lived.”

Rev. ROB SCHENCK

“The Prayer of Mary introduces contemporary readers to Mary, the Mother of Jesus, as a model and mother for all Christians. We Eastern Christians cherish her as ‘Theotokos,’ the Mother of God and Christ Bearer. Our Byzantine ‘Hymn of Praise’ called the ‘Akathist in Honor of our Lady Theotokos’ (Mother of God) expresses, in poetic and devotional verses, the beauty of the Woman whom all generations call blessed. In every Liturgy she is given her place of honor—as she should in the prayer and lifestyle of every Christian. As this beautiful book so clearly explains, Mary inspires us, through her words and witness, to lead a life fully surrendered to God. The Prayer of Mary is a treasure. It inspires its readers to find their place at the Cross of Jesus Christ, where God’s Mercy is manifested for the whole world. There we join His Mother and our Mother, in Prayer. Deacon Fournier is a friend whose work has helped to bridge the gap that has unfortunately separated too many Christians for far too long. The Prayer of Mary will continue his important work by bringing many into a deeper relationship with God. I recommend it highly.”

Bishop. JOHN ADEL ELYA