Mothers who Pray for their Children

It was a night graced by Providence — one of those rare, unforgettable moments that seem to echo beyond the here and now. On his much-anticipated Australian tour, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, a global voice for the Divine Mercy devotion, met with Mary Krotwaar, the Australian Coordinator of Mothers Who Pray for Their Children, for what became a dinner steeped in spiritual fire, heavenly alignment, and maternal mission.

Australian Coordinator Mary Krotwaar meeting His Eminence Mykola Bychok for the first time.

On February 16, 2025, history was made as the Mothers Who Pray for Their Children movement gathered for its first-ever Sydney Conference at the Marymount Mercy Centre in Castle Hill. Themed On the Cross, Reconciliation, this powerful event brought together mothers from all over Australia, eager to deepen their faith, strengthen their families, and unite in prayer for their children.

On February 15, 2025, a powerful movement of faith unfolded at the Catholic Leadership Centre as mothers gathered for the 2nd Melbourne Conference of Mothers Who Pray for Their Children. It was a day of deep prayer, healing, and inspiration, centered on this year’s moving theme: “On the Cross, Reconciliation.”

Last Saturday, April 27th, marked a momentous occasion for mothers across Australia as they gathered for the inaugural Mothers Who Pray for their Children National Conference. Held in the spirit of unity, faith, and devotion, this event promised to be a catalyst for change and empowerment among mothers who seek solace and strength through prayer.

In the heart of Luanda, amidst the bustling streets and vibrant culture of Angola's capital, history is being made. A momentous gathering is underway—one that celebrates the enduring strength and unwavering devotion of Catholic "Mothers who Pray for their Children" across the nation. Welcome to the inaugural Mothers' Conference, held at the Beata Anuarite Nengapeta Parish, where mothers are united in prayer for their children and for the restoration of their families.

Last year (May 2023) in Brazil, almost 50,000 women gathered for the 2nd International and 9th National Mothers who Pray for their Children Conference. While you might not have yet heard of this movement—it currently operates predominantly in Portuguese-speaking communities—they have an astounding following, including more than 3,000 groups (almost 300,000 members) in Brazil alone.

In the hallowed halls of Vatican City, a profoundly moving moment unfolded on the morning of October 28, 2022. The Referencial Bishop for the Movement before the Council of Bishops in Brazil, Dom Mario Marquez O.F.M.Cap., had the honor of presenting this book, "An Inspiration from God - The Testament of a Mother who Prays" to His Holiness Pope Francis.