The Catholic Church has not officially proclaimed the doctrine of the “Co-Redemption of Mary” as a truth of faith. Over the years, there have been calls from various circles to declare the Blessed Virgin Mary as Co-Redemptrix, but the Vatican has made it clear that such a title is neither theologically necessary nor appropriate.
In its recently released document “Mater Populi Fidelis” (“Mother of the Faithful”), published in November 2025 by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, the Church clarifies its position regarding certain Marian titles. The document explicitly advises against using titles such as Co-Redemptrix, Mediatrix, or Mediatrix of All Graces, noting that these can sometimes obscure the unique and exclusive salvific role of Jesus Christ, the sole Redeemer and Mediator.
“Christ alone is the Redeemer of humanity, and all graces flow from Him.”
This clarification reaffirms the Church’s central belief and ensures doctrinal precision while recognizing Mary’s unique role. The Church emphasizes that Mary’s participation in the divine plan of salvation was profound. Through her faith, obedience, and maternal love, she cooperated with God’s redemptive work, yet she remains fully human and subordinate to Christ’s saving action.
“The title that best expresses her mission is ‘Mother of the Faithful’ both spiritually meaningful and emotionally resonant.”
Mary is not our Mediator in the sense of replacing Christ, but rather our Intercessor one who prays and pleads for her children before God. While the Malayalam language may not have an exact word for Intercessor, its essence is clear: she does not stand between humanity and Christ, but lovingly leads us closer to Him through her prayer and example.
“Mary is not Co-Redemptrix but the compassionate Mother of all believers.”
Through this clarification, the Vatican provides theological balance and pastoral wisdom, reaffirming that Mary’s role is to accompany and intercede, not to redeem. The document ensures that devotion remains faithful to Christ’s unique salvific mission while celebrating Mary’s maternal care.