The Congregation of the Children of Mary (CCM) is an international Catholic Marian association of lay people, founded in Rome in 1801. The CCM is one of the oldest and largest Catholic Marian associations in the world, with over 2 million members in over 50 countries. The main objectives of the CCM are to promote the spiritual growth of its members, to foster devotion to Mary, and to serve the Church and society.
Marian Sodality
The Marian Sodality is the name of the Congregation of the Children of Mary before 1947, when it was renamed. The term sodality is still sometimes used to refer to the Children of Mary, especially in older texts.
Monstra te esse Matrem
The Latin phrase Monstra te esse Matrem means "Show thyself to be a Mother". This is a phrase taken from the Collect Prayer of the Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which is typically prayed at the beginning of Mass on Marian feast days. The prayer asks Mary to show herself to be a mother to all people by interceding for them with her Son, Jesus Christ.
The Medal of the Congregation of the Children of Mary
The medal of the Congregation of the Children of Mary is a devotional object that is worn by members of the association. The medal is typically made of silver and has the image of Mary on one side and the inscription Monstra te esse Matrem on the reverse. The medal is often given to new members of the CCM as a symbol of their membership.
Value of the Medal
The value of the medal of the Congregation of the Children of Mary varies depending on its age, condition, and materials used. Some antique medals can be quite valuable, while more modern medals may be worth less. The medal's value is also influenced by its rarity and the demand for it among collectors.
If you are interested in learning more about the value of your medal, you can take it to an appraiser or antique dealer. They will be able to give you a more accurate estimate of its worth.