The Black Madonna Speaks

For this episode of The Black Madonna Speaks, we will be focusing on one of the oldest sites and images inspiring Marian Pilgrimages throughout Europe.: Our Lady of Mariazell of Austria. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaks To purchase Black Madon...

For this episode, The Black Madonna Speaks will explore a pair of Black Madonnas found at the Basilica of St Antonio in Padua. One of the Madonnas was created by the famous Donatello. In many churches and shrines in Europe there are more than one image of The Virgin, this episode explores two of the more famous ones at the Basilica. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https:...

This episode will post during Women's History Month. One of history's most influential women is the Virgin Mary. What better way to begin the celebration that to explore The Black Madonna of Douvres-la-Délivrande? She is housed at the site of the oldest Marian Pilgrimage in all of Europe and has been visited by notable figures such as Victor Hugo, Saint Thérèse of Lisieux and King Louis...

At the time of the posting of this Episode, we are in the final days of Black History Month 2024. Inspired by a recent exhibition at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art Africa and Byzantium, host Stephanie Georgieff examines the vast history of Africa and her influence on Byzantine religious art. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMa...

n our continuing celebration of Black History Month, we will explore Our Lady of Austin, Texas, a modern Black Madonna which highlights the unique and inspiring story of Black Catholics in the United States. Blessings! To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadon...

As we begin the journey of Lent, once again, it occurs during a pivotal time in the evolution of humanity. The day of the posting of this episode is Valentines Day, as well as Ash Wednesday in the Western Christian tradition. For this weeks episode, I will be exploring the theme for Lent this year: the Transformative Nature of Lent with the Black Madonna. The episode will explore the material I ha...

This week's episode explores the history of Blacks in America and modern fictional depiction of the Black Madonna for current inspiration. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaks To purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visit https:...

Divine Darkness has been a theological tenet since the earliest days of the Christian Movement. This episode explores the presentation of many Black Madonnas and the time of year in Midwinter the Northern Hemisphere. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonna...

This episode of The Black Madonna Speaks features a much beloved Black Madonna of Brazil: Our Lady of Aparecida. Her origin story reflects many of her sisters in the Americas and also highlights the history of Brazil. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonn...

The period after January 6th is considered Epiphany. For this weeks podcast , we will be exploring the Medieval and Renaissance art of one of the Magi: Balthazar. Depending on the source, Balthazar is considered to be of African origin, however sometimes Caspar is considered from this continent. Starting in the mid 1400's more and more Western European Nativity art depicted, and identified Bal...

At the time of the posting of this podcast, 2024 is just beginning. 2023 was an amazing year for The Black Madonna Speaks, and I hope 2024 will continue to deepen our Journey of the Soul with this beloved image. I took a break over The Holy Nights in podcasting, but not in reflections. This episode explores my experience at Chartres Cathedral during that time, with her Black Madonnas and incredibl...

This episode explores the Holy Nights, the inspiration behind the sacred time between Christmas Eve through Epiphany and how the Black Madonna weaves her loving inspiration throughout. I will be signing off for the Holy Nights this year, and will return with new content on January 10th, 2024. My Patreon supporters will be journeying with me through daily meditations on each day of the Holy Nights...

Numerous Black Madonnas in Europe are accredited to Luke the Evangelist as the artist. This episode explores the history and legends surrounding Saint Luke and the traditions related to his artistic talents. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart To receive special member only content for the Holy Nights, Become a Patron for the...

The Festival of The Virgin of Guadalupe is a cherished celebration in Mexico and among the Mexican Diaspora across the world. Host Stephanie Georgieff wrote The Virgin of Guadalupe, Mysterious Messenger of Destiny exploring her experiences in Southern California as well as Mexico City with the Virgin. She conveys some of these experiences and also explores the meaning behind the image and the rela...

Advent is a time of preparation. The Black Madonna is a fitting companion for this journey into the cosmos. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaks To download Divine Darkness: The Journey of Advent with The Black Madonna, please visit the store at h...

Madonna del Pileri (Madonna of the Pillar) Of Randazzo, Sicily has a narrative of resilience and renewal spanning the time of the Apostles to the present. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to ⁠https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart⁠ Become a Patron for the channel at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaks⁠ Members will receive daily inspirations on The Star...

This episode returns listeners to the era of the Crusades, with the other legendary order of The Knights Hospitaler. From France to the Holy Land to Egypt, Our Lady of Jubilation inspires hope and joy through her remarkable story. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/T...

This episode of The Black Madonna Speaks takes us to modern Japan, where miracles of the Madonna occur in our midst. Our Lady has timely messages for us all in our current era. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaks Patrons receive Daily Inspiration...

The days of October 31 through November 2nd are sacred days where we honor those who have crossed the threshold. The Black Madonna is part of this tradition. May your days be filled with sweet memories of those who have passed. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart To join in on The Stars Upon Her Mantle private pilgrimage with...

The 46 days leading up to December 12th , Pilgrims and devotees focus attention to the different stars that are visible on the Mantle of the Virgin of Guadalupe of Mexico. If you would like to join The Black Madonna Speaks community and receive daily inspirations, meditations and guides to celebrate The Virgin of Guadalupe, please become a Patreon Supporter. https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadon.....

This episode of The Black Madonna Speaks will explore a beloved Black Madonna of Sicily. Our Lady shares many features of other Black Madonnas of Europe, but also invites us to heal the earth and participate in the transformation of the universe into the Cosmos of Love. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for...

This episode is a reflection of mine to the current events unfolding in the Holy Land. As this region and its history is integral to understanding the social and spiritual origins of The Black Madonna, I, Stephanie Georgieff, felt a need to compose a loving look at the underpinnings of events, and also what people of goodwill can do to understand and counter the violence. If you are so moved, here...

Our Lady of the Holy Oak has inspired pilgrims in the Netherlands since the early 1400's. The original image is in St Peters Basilica in Oirschot, and a replica is in a pilgrim shrine near where she was first discovered. To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlac...

Considered to be the Patron Saint of travellers, this Black Madonna certainly has traversed the globe. With beginnings in the Holy Land, she has been an inspiration for thousands of years. For Modern Iconography by Olga Shalamova and Philip Davydov  https://www.sacredmurals.com/ To make a one time donation of any amount please donate to https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeart Become a Pa...

Host Stephanie Georgieff, me actually, has returned from the epic journey of the Soul through Southern Africa. This episode will explore the experience and reflections of Johannesburg and Namibia. The material presented will be included in the upcoming book on the relationship between Africa and The Black Madonna in The Black Madonna Speaks series. Thanks to all who made this trip possible, Blessi...