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Why Mary, as the Immaculate Conception, became the patron saint of the US in the 1840s

By The Washington Times June 2, 2026
Nearly 200 years ago, in May 1846, Catholic priests and bishops named the Virgin Mary patroness of the United States of America - specifically, under her title as the Immaculate Conception, referring to the belief she was conceived without sin.
Why Mary, as the Immaculate Conception, became the patron saint of the US in the 1840s

Why Mary, as the Immaculate Conception, became the patron saint of the US in the 1840s In May 1846, Catholic priests and bishops officially designated the Virgin Mary as the patroness of the United States. This honor was bestowed upon her under the specific title of the Immaculate Conception. This title refers to the theological belief that Mary was conceived without original sin.

  • In May 1846, Catholic clergy named the Virgin Mary patroness of the USA.
  • She was recognized under her title, the Immaculate Conception.
  • The Immaculate Conception refers to the belief that Mary was conceived without sin.
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