May is the month of Mary.
Mary also has her own day dedicated to her in each and every week throughout the year. The tradition of honoring Mary on Saturday goes back to the very first Holy Saturday, the day that Jesus lay in the tomb. It was Mary who waited anxiously but faithfully on that day in anticipation of the Resurrection.
Catholics are called to do something special to honor Mary on Saturdays, especially during the Saturdays of May. This may include attending a Saturday morning Mass, doing a special work of charity, or praying the rosary.
Recently, Pope Benedict XVI encouraged teens to learn the Latin text for key prayers, including the Hail Mary. Consider helping teens to memorize the Hail Mary in Latin. You may also wish to play a recording of Ave Maria to help them in their task.
