21 Min Read. Her surpassing purity. She has written for numerous publications and blogs including the Chastity Project, Washington Times, Faith and Culture: The Journal of the Augustine Institute, and Franciscan Magazine. The month of September is dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary, praying with the moments in Mary's life where she stood strong in the face of suffering, relying on her faith in her Son. St. Luke states that Mary, the quiet one, retained a record of all Gods doings, by treasuring these events in her heart. The Virgin Mary is a teacher in knowing how to wait and accept God's times, especially when things don't turn out the way we hoped or in the midst of suffering. To delve deeper into what each of these virtues means I asked twelve amazing women to reflect and write on each of the ten virtues and Marian devotion. We can reect on Mary's virtues and ask her powerful intercession by praying the Chaplet of the Ten Virtues of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary: Start by making the sign of the Cross, then say 1 Our Father followed by 10 Hail Marys, mentioning after the words "Holy Mary, Mother of God . A good idea is to pick one of Marys ten virtues each week, month, or year, and to practice it in everyday situations. Mary's essential vocational calling is her fidelity to family and living the call to motherhood. Click here to change/view your opt-out Preferences. The Virgin Mary's obedience was not characterized by an attitude of resignation, but by her complete trust in Gods hands. The Virgin Marys life could indeed be summed up in one word: love. The sweetness that Mary evokes is not something just of our childhood, but she retains it and shares it with sinners, even the most horrific of sinners. October 7, 2021 Rita Anyanwu. 7. In the beginning, God created the universe out of nothing. In addition to the celestial quantity representing the twelve apostles and tribes of Israel, St. Bernard identified the virtues of Mary's Heart as her faith, hope, love of God, charity towards her neighbor, religion, humility, purity, obedience, patience, mercy, hatred of sin, love of the cross. St. Bernard's magnetic preaching and exemplary character changed the lives of thousands and his writing . The original is located on the ceiling of an 18th century Marian Church in Gozlin, Poland. But she chose not to, bringing Christ to Elizabeth, Zechariah, and John the Baptist. She wasnt kneeling before Him at all times, singing His praises. Love for God: She loved God so much that she would have rather been annihilated than give any other creature the love that God Himself deserved. The 12 Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary. She witnessed the Passion and death of her son. but Mary sat at home. Contempt of and disengagement from the world and from herself: From the beginning of her life, Mary died to her self in all things, her will was the Will of God, all material things were forsaken for the love of God He is who she would love above all. The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that "humility is the foundation of prayer. Our Blessed Mother is a teacher of prayer; she was the first to live in intimacy with God, and all her life was union with her Son. The Mother of God was poor because of her generosity and love. Mary lived with a special and interior joy that was not at all superficial. Thereafter, her life and doings were totally obedient to Gods call. Dear Family of Mary! Her chastity was united to Love, she lived in chastity to serve love, to love more and better. Lets learn from the Virgin Mary to obey the Lords Will just as she did: Behold the handmaid of the Lord.. Then we will turn to the Chaplet itself as a powerful prayer. Patience is not my biggest strength. Love in the person who preaches the word of God is like fire in a musket. Obedience is not only a virtue for religious life. Chapters are short and includes an opening scripture verse, discussion of what Mary might have been feeling during the episode, some historical background, a personal example from the author's life that ties with the story, reflection questions on the scripture text, and a list of the virtue Mary demonstrates. are giving an example of love and mercy. The third instance is the wedding miracle at Cana. She was present with the Church gathered after the Ascension (Acts 1:14). YEAR C: HOMILY/REFLECTION FOR THE 23RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME. 2013-2022 The Mystical Humanity of Christ. Video. She put the will of the Lord before her own despite the cost. These virtues may seem overwhelming at first, but there are simple ways to practice them in everyday life with the help of Gods grace. How are you praising God, especially in the silent moments of your day? Copyright Home of the Mother Youth | youth@homeofthemother.org | Privacy Policy - Cookies Policy. She perfectly conformed her life to the will of God and is now celebrated as Queen of Heaven. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer OFM Conv. adroll_current_page = "other"; When asked by a questioner about the dignity of St. Joseph in Christian tradition, the late Father Francis L. Filas, S.J., the U.S.A.'s leading authority on the subject, responded simply, "Like wife, like husband." The man closest to Jesus and Mary rightly deserves all honor and praise. Her continual mental prayer. Mary was asked to do what may have seemed impossible. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. Readings for Today. Opt-out preferences It is meant for private recitation on the rosary. Joseph and Mary were good parents. Heroic patience. Mary accepted her condition as Gods creature at all times. In the Twelfth Century the great St. Bernard, expounding the symbolism of the . The Lord is with you! What would Mary think when hearing such a high greeting! Smile at people as you pass them in the grocery store, look the homeless man on your street corner in the eye to remind him of his humanity. Mary had one simple will in mind for her life and that was to please God and align her will with His will. Love was never missing in her life. Santiago Martn, entitled, Mara, camino de perfeccin (Mary, Way of Perfection); it is a reflection on the Virgin Marys 12 essential virtues. The intense popularity of this work in the Middle Ages helped to spread the concept of Holy Virtue throughout Europe. Mary is a point of reference and model of hope in God. Mary believes all things, endures all things and bears all things. Mary was completely and totally free from sin. - Luke 2:34-35 2. January 1 -. Angelic sweetness. From generation to generation she evangelizes saying, do whatever Jesus tells you. 18th December 2016. Here are twelve principal characteristics that impart a marvelous luster to the sublime love of Mary's Heart. Dont hesitate to ask for her guidance and assistance. A few years ago I took part in a mission trip to Ecuador where I realized the importance of Christ's real presence in my life. Her angelical sweetness. may come to know it through you. Purity Prudence Humility Faith Devotion Obedience Poverty Patience Mercy Sorrow Her renowned response, "Let it be done to me according to his will," is continually on her lips. Mary can help us grow closer to God by helping us accept Him as Our Father and believe in His Love, knowing that He will never abandon us. "Love is the most necessary of all virtues. This, of course, is not something that we are called to do. View Reflection.docx from BUS 504 at University of Mary. She served Him in her daily duties and offered everything to Him. Because of her union with God, only source of true joy, she was able to recognize what was truly essential and thank God for all she had. Thought for the Day - 9 May - "Mary's Month" Meditations with Antonio Cardinal Bacci (1881-1971) The Cardinal Virtues of Mary "Mary's soul has been appropriately styled, 'the Garden of all the Virtues.'In it, the three theological virtues were wonderfully interwoven with the four cardinal virtues of, justice, prudence, temperance and fortitude. During this week in which we celebrate the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady, we will explore these ten virtues and how they were manifested in her life. Add Comment. In a world like ours, she wouldnt fall into consumerism or spending money just for the sake of it. Amen. I recently read a book by Fr. TOPIC: FOLLOWING JESUS IN FREEDOM. Silence: Marys silencing was deafening that nowhere in the Sacred Scriptures, Sacred Tradition, or any other author records a word from her at home with her parents, in the Temple, or any time after. Photo By Michael Alexander. The 10 Virtues of Mary: Most Pure(Mt 1:18, 20, 23; Lk 1:24,34) Most Prudent(Lk 2:19; 51) Most Humble (Lk 1:48) Most Faithful( Lk 1:45; Jn 2:5) Most Devout(Lk 1:46-47; Acts 1:14) Most Obedient(Lk 1:38; 2:21-22; 27) Most Poor(Lk 2:7) Most Patient(Jn 19:25) Most Merciful(Lk 1:39, 56) Most Sorrowful(Lk 2:35) Source: University of Dayton How can you bring Jesus to them? Hannah Crites is a native to Denver Colorado and graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville. Though both pregnancies seemed impossible, the Lord made true to his promises, and salvation came forth. Mary couldve stayed where she was comfortable and familiar. Humility is an act of courtesy. A Reflection on the Virtue of Piety At the start of the day or during a quiet time before class, read the following statements to yourself, pausing after each to reflect on your own experiences that called for the virtue of piety and how you might strive to more fully incorporate the virtue of piety into your teaching or parenting style: The Ten Virtues of Mary. BY: Fr. Follow us for more great content, announcements, & promotions. Through these efforts, our MTA wants to help form each one into a woman touched by God, an authentic reflection of Mary. Additionally St. John Eudes, in his work, The Wondrous Childhood of the Most Holy Mother of God, illustrated the 12 Principal Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary are the following . In the Annunciation, we see how she obeys even when Gods request was not part of her plans. She was happy with what she had and received all that the Lord gave her with joy. The Virgin Mary is a model of humility especially in Bethlehem and at the foot of the Cross. The Virgin Mary is a teacher in knowing how to wait and accept Gods times, especially when things dont turn out the way we hoped or in the midst of suffering. When this seems daunting, its helpful to turn to the example of fellow human beings who imitated Him well: the saints. These distinct but related perspectives on reflection in teaching have taken on identities and paths of their own. Life of Virtue . Humility: Because she was so humble, she treated herself least among all creatures. Relationships . In the Twelfth Century the great St. Bernard, expounding the symbolism of the twelve stars in the crown of the woman envisioned in the Apocalypse, exclaimed that they represent the mysteries and virtues of her life, while the twelfth star signifies the "martyrdom of her Heart.". Our Blessed Mother can teach us how to live, as she did, doing everything for Gods glory alone, knowing that we are just a poor pencil in Gods hands. This means that May is our sweet honoring for Mary. God can create something out of nothing. The monthly virtual event began Jan. 29 and will continue on the last Friday of each month until the end of the yearlong St. Joseph celebration Dec. 8. LISTEN TO: Reflection - Our Lady Help of Christians - Patron of Australia (Duration: 5:51 mins, MP3: 2.68MB) Then Elizabeth prophesies "blessed are you among women.". Then, in her response to Elizabeth . Ultimately, however, no one has imitated Jesus better than His own Mother. When it couldve been easy to hate King Herod as he ordered the slaughter of the innocent, she prayed for him and understood the Lord was working through it all. It is this despised and oppressed body that becomes pregnantvery full indeedwith God. pope francis' prayer on the feast of mary the mother of god: as we celebrate mary this jan. 1, we can pray with pope francis, who ended his recent exhortation, evangelii gaudium ( the joy of the gospel ), with the following prayer: "mary, virgin and mother, you who, moved by the holy spirit, welcomed the word of life in the depths of your humble It helps us carry out Gods Will before satisfying our own desires and despite our attachments. The response is frequenting confession and focusing on heavenly things and not the world. She is actively leading us to encounter Jesus, and obey his commands. In the story, the host first went to Mary, but she deferred to Jesus, saying, Do whatever he tells you.. Indeed, she was full of grace. At all our Masses today, we will bless any images, medals or icons the faithful might have in their homes and bring to the Marian Shrine of Mother of Divine Providence. As Catholics, we are called to imitate Christ in every way. The Virgin Mary is Mother and Model for the entire Chuch. The Lord, the king of Israel, is in your midst; you have no more evil to fear. 1. 6. Rather, this love was translated into two fundamental attitudes: generosity and diligence. They also tell us if Mary had been given a choice to choose whether to be a mother or remain a virgin, she would have chosen virginity. In Her, chastity is a wake-up call for us, especially for the youth nowadays. 11. Each one is well known and often used to explore the mind of Maryand thus honor her the more. The Seven Sorrows of Mary Reflection. Mary, our Blessed Mother, can be called the Quiet Woman of Scripture. Marys essential vocational calling is her fidelity to family and living the call to motherhood. Additionally St. John Eudes, in his work. Among Marys essential virtues were her total, complete and eternal commitment to do Gods will. Mary excelled in the virtue of childrearing. Dear Young Friends - From the Pope . As we look into Mary's stance we see that Mary "pondered all things in her heart" (Lk 2:19, 51). As His Mother, she offered up his innocent blood, which was being shed for them as well. Her renowned response, Let it be done to me according to his will, is continually on her lips. I had always been Catholic, but I was more centered on myself than on God. Here are my reflections on The Visitation of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth; let us think of the life lessons we may learn from it: Mary is always a Visitor in your life Catholics have reserved May to be Mary's month. Vocation . There are three theological virtues: faith, hope, and charity. St. Louis de Montfort, a 17th century French priest, had a passion for Mary, the Mother of God, and how she unceasingly leads us to Jesus. First, the Angel Gabriel honors her with the greeting "Hail, full of grace" (Luke 1:29). The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. The virtue that needs to be attained is Humility. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. If a person were to throw a bullet with his hands, he would hardly make a dent in anything; but if the person takes the same bullet and ignites some gunpowder behind it . Mary, the Mother of God Numbers 6:22-27 + Galatians 4:4-7 + Luke 2:16-21 January 1, 2021 "When eight days were completed for His circumcision, He was named Jesus, the Name given Him by the angel ." On the eighth day of Christmasthe Octave Day of the Lord's Nativitywe honor the Blessed Virgin Mary as Theotokos: Why is St. Therese Patroness of Missions? Model of Mercy Here, we contemplate the principal virtues of the Blessed Virgin, an advocate of grace and a model of holiness that we may receive the grace to imitate them. In the second Scripture (Lk 2:48) is the scene called the Finding in the Temple. She did everything She was asked by God. The Lord has repealed your sentence; he has driven your enemies away. They corrected their child, as parents are supposed to do. In us this requires a deep conversion and wholehearted . Lets ask her to teach us to always do good and to be compassionate towards those who suffer. Maybe we would do much worse. Conquest: The New Evangelization . It reflects so many virtues of the Holy Spirit that are found in an innocent child who is prepared to obey a parent. How honored we are to be the Church today. Only when we humbly acknowledge that 'we do not know how to pray as we ought,' are we ready to receive freely the gift of prayer. JavaScript is disabled in your browser. Mary entered into motherhood knowing that the cross lay at a certain point of her journey. For . When Joseph and Mary found Jesus after a three-day search, they were upset and frustrated. Reflection on Chastity: Gift and Responsibility. I realized that a life that doesn't give of itself starts to rot, and that living for myself alone, superficially, I was losing what God had given me until then. She was as pure as fresh, white fallen snow before the kids run out to play in it and the street plows drive by. She is a role- model for millions of women and a central figure for religious . But she understood what was at stake. All that she did was for Him alone. Louis Marie de Montfort encourages us to practice and emulate the virtues of Blessed Virgin Mary as a path to holiness, namely: Her profound humility. Forgiveness is the most exalted form of love. Going to Confession is one of the greatest sources of grace available to us in our Catholic Join the Good Catholic Newsletter for new posts, series, deals, and more! Mary was completely and totally free from sin. Mary: A Personal Reflection. By using the few pertinent Scriptures and the Churchs interpretation, we can increase our love and understanding for her, whom St. John Paul called our mediation for intercession.. 12. Obey my Son, she says, he is the divine Son of God, our Savior. The fall has made sure of that. From the beginning Mary never faltered to be the Christ Bearer and model for the Church: She evangelized with Jesus in Galilee. Please give us the courage to completely trust in you and to know that you are always there to guide us on our path to sainthood. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. The Joyful Mysteries. We see in both Jesus and Paul the paradigm for perfect humility continuously redirecting attention to God. Virginal Purity: The Early Church Fathers and Doctors of the Church St. Gregory of Nyssa and St. Augustine of Hippo believed that Mary made a vow of virginity early in her life. The start time is 8 p.m. For livestream information, viewers can visit the Hispanic Ministry facebook site: facebook/hispanicministryny. Her mortification in all things. God is. Our Lady, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Woman of Genesis, the Woman of the Apocalypse, the Queen of the Apostles and Angels, the Co-Redemptrix, the Mediatrix of all Graces, and the Mother of God is crowned with twelve stars that represent the virtues which shine so brightly in her soul. Seek to find the good in the moments of suffering and understand that it is all part of Gods plan. St. Anthony Mary Claret. We are called to pattern our lives after that of Jesus Christ. Seven Sorrows of Mary: #2 The Flight into Egypt Seven Sorrows of Mary: #3 The Loss of Jesus in the Temple Seven Sorrows of Mary: #4 Mary Meets Jesus on the Way to Calvary Seven Sorrows of Mary: #5 Jesus Dies on the Cross Seven Sorrows of Mary: #6 Mary Receives Jesus Seven Sorrows of Mary: #7 Jesus is Placed in the Tomb Humility for Mary was not a matter of downcast weakness, but of a strong determination to let God work in her and through her. Cant not do it, says Sister Prejean of her fight to end death penalty, National Deaf Cursillo renews faith, sense of community, Florida continues with Hurricane Ian rescue efforts, In Bahrain, pope calls for full religious freedom, no death penalty, British Catholics, Pope Francis pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, Saints were revolutionaries who lived the beatitudes, pope says, Pope announces a second session for Synod of Bishops assembly. 2401 Lake Park Drive SE Smyrna, GA 30080 404-920-7430 | editor@georgiabulletin.org webmaster@archatl.com. Let us ask Mary to help us unite our hearts to the Heart of Jesus in every moment of our lives, and to do everything through Christ, in Christ, and for Christ. Our ego can be very powerful. forgiveness is the most exalted form of love. She never abandoned Gods will but always trusted that after the Cross comes the Resurrection. St . Oftentimes, the Lords answer to our prayers is a simple, Yes, but not yet. and that can be really hard to accept. The key to any kind of lasting growth is to start small. Thank Him in all things and ask for His help. The Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary are the final of the three traditional sets of events in the life of Christ and His Blessed Mother upon which Catholics meditate while praying the rosary. This body of work presents reflection not as a unified concept but as a loosely aligned group of perspectives. Holy Mary: the truest definition of her virtue is holiness. A Reflection On Virtue. And it wasnt an abstract love. Her blind obedience. You can never love her more than Jesus did.. Copyright 2022 Archdiocese of Atlanta. adroll_pix_id = "BKLDAB7GVVD65OZ3YS4K5K"; In those simple words Mary verified her role as the one who leads others to Jesusdo whatever he tells you. All rights reserved. Lets ask the Virgin Mary to teach us to place our hope in God alone, even in tough moments, knowing that we are never alone. Her restlessness propelled her "to seek beyond what society dictated. Mary ra is held in very high regard in Christianity and the Islamic faith, not only for her role as the mother of Jesus as but also for her devotion to God, virtuous actions and pure nature. Our goal is to let Marys song and Marys spirituality become our song and our spirituality. I've posted a few coloring notes pages before ( here) but wanted to do something to help my students pray with the Mater . It gives power to weakness, and to the virtues the joys of Heaven. This prayer has been passed on by tradition in the Marian Order. They have the One and Triune God for their origin, motive, and object. Mary's virginal conception of Jesus reflects God's omnipotence. Italy's Catholic PM Giorgia Meloni: God, Homeland, Family, Archbishop Vigan: Reflections on the Current Political Situation in Italy. Mary's essential virtues Among Mary's essential virtues were her total, complete and eternal commitment to do God's will. Universal mortification. 2022-11-04 Synod document sees desire for greater inclusion 2022-11-04 Small European Churches can learn from Asia 2022-11-04 Asia lends unique experiences to universal Church say FABC leaders 2022-11-04 Accompanying the marginalised on the way to the Kingdom of God 2022-11-04 Parishes are essential places for growing in faith and community 2022-11-04 Caritas and UNESCO: women in leadership . and that you could comprehend and forgive. The priest was struck by the mans generosity of spirit and his faith. Jesus, the Divine Counselor, His virtuous Mother Mary, and the guiding light of the Holy Spirit lead us in offering Faith, Hope, and Love. Well, easier said than done. Our Blessed Mother knew how to receive and have mercy on everyone: the spouses of the wedding feast at Cana, the fearful Apostles after Jesus death, all of us when we sin, etc. St. Bernadette of Lourdes, pray for us. Ten Virtues of Mary: Profound Humility. When we draw near to her, she leads us to her Son. There are moments in my life where I have an I want it now! attitude. She can help us give our best to God and be happy with what we have. Rejoice, exult with all your heart, daughter of Jerusalem! Thought for the Day - 9 May - "Mary's Month" Meditations with Antonio Cardinal Bacci (1881-1971) The Cardinal Virtues of Mary "Let us compare ourselves with Mary and consider how far we have succeeded in acquiring these virtues.If we are to possess fully, the Cardinal virtue of JUSTICE, we must direct all our thoughts, desires May we imitate her virtues of obedience to Gods calling, union with others in the body of the Church, and be an active witness for Jesus wherever we go. Modesty: Marys modesty was so great that some may have mistaken her to be an Angel incarnate. It is appropriate to begin the rosary with the virtue of humility. 5. 3. She was full of life and joy because she had surrendered herself wholly to the Lord. Its an essential virtue for every Christian. She is always there to bring them back to Jesus Christ. and made it so that death not exist. This doesnt mean we have to be praying the Rosary constantly instead of enjoying movie night with our spouse or roommates. 2022 Good Catholic | Privacy Statement (US) "Not in mortification, not in prayer, not in labor, not in rest, but in obedience is the . Even in the cruel and merciless actions of the soldiers that tortured Jesus, Mary petitioned for mercy and love. Divine purity. The homeless man looked at him and pointed to the cars who were passing them and said, Im praying that the Lord blesses them as He blessed me before I threw it away. The man opened about his struggle with addiction and loss. adroll_adv_id = "MAI2TRYJKZDR3N3DRLB2N2"; Every Wednesday and Friday a different blogger will be writing about a different Marian Virtue. However, she was obedient to the Lords will despite the personal cost. Chapters are short and includes an opening scripture verse, discussion of what Mary might have been feeling during the episode, some historical background, a personal example from the author's life that ties with the story, reflection questions on the scripture text, and a list of the virtue Mary demonstrates. She was warned by Simeon that a sword also shall pierce your heart. She could have chosen not to give Jesus up. There was a wedding the wine ran out, and Jesus miraculously turned jars of water into excellent wine. Defend the Faith, Holy Mother Church, the faithful, and reinforce Christian virtue in the Republic. Patience: Since she knew that her Son would endure great pains of suffering, she learned to practice patience from her childhood which would prepare her to endure patiently the agonies of Jesus Christ. The Virgin Mary lived in constant thanksgiving for the Lord's countless gifts. Watching her son suffer and die could not have been something she looked forward to. Lastly, dont be afraid to grow in love for Our Lady. She was always in the Lords presence. Perseverance in the steady pursuit of a laudable and lawful object is almost a sure path to eminence. Aids to Spiritual Growth . In his book, True Devotion to Mary, St. Louis de Montfort lists ten principal virtues of the most Holy Virgin Mary. When looking at them initially, they can seem daunting, but it is possible to practically practice these in our own lives. - [] I'm joining Olivia in her beautiful series on The Ten Virtues of Mary, and I, much like Kelly, laughingly She knew that the Lord had a plan, even in the hard times and trusted in that. Innocence: The most perfect after Jesus Christ, Marys innocence is rooted in the fact that she was free from all sin, both original and actual. Mary, was told that she would give a virgin birth to the Son of God. Her divine wisdom. Seeing that the Lord had always been with me, that He loved me and suffered because of my lack of fidelity changed my life radically. Parents can easily identify with Joseph and Mary the day they lost their teenager, Jesus. Ask Father . Mary tells us, like St. Teresa, "God alone suffices!" She encourages us to have the same patience God has with us. Mary knew in her bones, from the moment of her creation, right from wrong. We are called, as Christians, to exercise the tremendous virtue of chastity, in imitation of Our Lady, the Immaculate one, who was wholly without taint or stain of impurity.
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