Thursday | September 15, 2022
John 19:25-27:
The Gospel causes us to only imagine Mary’s suffering. There is more in that image of dying and death, of loss. It is also an image of birth, new life. The end is the beginning for Jesus, for Mary and the beloved disciple and for the Church.
Luke 2:33-35:
While Simon’s words must have caused immediate wonder and awe for Mary and Joseph, they are also words that they would hold onto and ponder for years to come.I am thankful to have you, dearest Mary, as model and mother. Your sorrow turned to joy. Pray for me and with me that I may grow to be more like you.
