Description

Although many years have passed since Mary appeared in Knock, the stories and memories of the Apparition of Our Lady of Knock continue to touch many lives. Her appearance shows us we are not alone. At Knock, Heaven is reminding us to pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory since 100 Masses were offered for them prior to the Apparition. Mary wants us to keep our eyes fixed on the Holy Eucharist, the Lamb of God. When we receive Holy Communion, we are receiving Jesus. He is the true food for everyone who hungers for eternal life.

In March 2021, Pope Francis officially recognized the Shrine of Our Lady of Knock as an International Marian and Eucharistic Shrine. Our Lady of Knock’s official feast day is August 17. This date was chosen because August 21, which marks the anniversary of the Apparition in 1879, is already dedicated to the Feast of Saint Pius X. While the universal feast day is August 17, the local feast day in Knock is observed on August 21, commemorating the original Apparition.

Editorial Reviews

I absolutely LOVE this book! As a homeschooling mother of seven who is a bona fide bibliomaniac 🙂 I have to say, this one is little gift from Heaven. It is gorgeously illustrated, easy to read to little ones, and unique. I deeply appreciate that it covers a Marian apparition that is rarely covered. In fact, I think it is the only children’s book out there that adequately tells the story of Our Lady of Knock. And she is such an intriguing and inspiring being in Catholic spirituality that she deserves the attention! Typical of O’Hearn’s books, this one is lovely and prayerful. It is meant to truly bring hearts and souls to Our Lord and Our Lady — not just give them some information. It is not too long, which busy parents and squirrely children appreciate, but it is not overly simplistic, either. What a beautiful blessing for heart and home! -Amanda, May 2026