Why Catholics Call Mary Their Mother

When Catholics call Mary their mother, it may seem like they are
taking away some of the respect due to Jesus and giving it to Mary.
This is far from the case. Fr. Mike points out two reasons why
calling Mary our mother can improve our relationship with Christ,
and strengthen our faith life. Loving the people Jesus loves helps
you love him more. The more you love Mary the more you love God.
Jesus gave Mary to us as our Mother on the Cross. “When Jesus saw
his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said
to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then he said to the
disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ And from that hour the disciple
took her to his own home” (John 19:26-27).