Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Taking the Gospel to Prayer

Yesterday we remember the Sacred Heart of Jesus and today we look to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Again, there are insights in articles below in case your exposure to these feasts has been minimal. Also more about the Immaculate Heart of Mary can be found in the writings about the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima.

Even if we have come from imperfect family situations, we can all appreciate the depth of a mother's love. Mary accepted God's call to be the Mother of Jesus but, as with all mothers, the day-to-day life of raising this Child was unknown to her. The same concern that Mary shows concerning Jesus in today's Gospel, she holds for each of us as well.

For prayer, I offer this link to the Litany of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. May we always turn to our loving mother for support and intercession to her Son Jesus.

Lord Jesus, help me to grow closer to You