Some prayers are spoken. Some are sung. And some — the most tender ones — are written in verse, where the heart finds words it could not otherwise say. This A Poem for Mary prayer card is one of those rare devotional treasures: a lyrical offering to Our Lady that captures the beauty, the sorrow, and the joy of her life and her love for us.

Whether tucked into a Bible, placed on a home altar, or given as a gift, this card is a gentle reminder that Mary is not only our intercessor — she is our mother, our model, and the woman through whom God entered the world.

About This Card

• Durable laminated finish — made to last through daily use
• Gold colour accents with finest detail
• Cardstock — 2.5" × 4.5" (standard prayer card size)
• Classic Marian religious art on the front
• Poem printed on the reverse side
• Available as a single card or in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
• Perfect as a bookmark for your Bible, missal, or devotional book

The Poem

A Poem for Mary

Gentle Mother, pure and mild,
Once you held the Holy Child.
In your arms He lay at rest,
Cradled gently to your breast.

Now He reigns in Heaven above,
Filled with mercy, filled with love.
And you stand beside His throne,
Interceding for your own.

Hear us, Mary, as we pray,
Guide our steps along the way.
Lead us to your Son above,
Wrap us in your mother’s love. Amen.

A Mission Close to Our Hearts

ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin — wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and Life Coach — whose heart for giving is as much a part of this brand as the cards themselves. Every Christmas Eve, Shawn donates thousands of gifts to those in need through Holy Angels. She volunteers at addiction treatment centers, and her children, Loyola University students, and local high school students help make gift bags for families in need. When you purchase a ShopCatholic prayer card, you are participating in that mission. Your purchase helps Shawn continue her work of giving — quietly, faithfully, year after year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a Marian poem card different from a standard prayer card?
While traditional prayer cards carry formal prayers and novenas, a poem card speaks to the heart in a different register — through imagery, rhythm, and beauty. The Catholic tradition has always embraced poetry as a form of prayer, from the Psalms to the hymns of St. Thomas Aquinas. A poem for Mary is a prayer in verse — no less powerful, and often more personally moving.

How do I use this card?
Keep it in your Bible or missal as a bookmark. Place it on your nightstand or home altar. Give it as a gift for Mother’s Day, a Marian feast day, a Baptism, or simply as a token of love for someone who holds Mary dear. These cards are laminated for durability — made to be held, shared, and treasured.

Can I order these in bulk for a parish, school, or ministry?
Absolutely. Standard packs go up to 100 cards. For larger needs, custom print orders start at a minimum of 1,000 cards, take approximately 5 days, and can be ordered in any quantity. When Pope Francis visited the United States, he ordered 15,000 copies of the "Praying with Five Fingers" card — a testament to the power of the prayer card as a tool of evangelization. Contact us to discuss your custom print order.