If you see a Pinecone today, know that Mary is with you. The pinecone is a symbol of Christmas. And the pinecone Is thought to bring healing.

Did you know there is a statue of a pinecone in Vatican City.

‘It is a sculpture created by Publius Cincius Salavius. It was a former Roman fountain. It is over 11 feet tall.’

In a article titled ‘The Vatican: the Pope Peacocks and a Pinecone’ we read ‘ similarly, pinecones have been associated with spiritual enlightenment, resembling the brain’s pineal gland, as well as eternal life since pinecones are bore from evergreen trees. The pinecone has been mentioned in connection to the Tree of Life. ‘

On this first day of the Christmas Novena. Keep your eyes out for a pinecone. The pinecone that you see is Mary telling you that she is watching over you.

Remember to add pinecone to your Christmas wreaths and tree.

When you see a pinecone today or any day between now and Christmas, stop and say a prayer to Mary. She is speaking to you through the gift of the pinecone.