“Something beautiful happens when we allow ourselves to sit in silence before God. We realize that Someone is beholding us, too.” – Claire Dwyer
“Mary, in the exquisite delicacy of her charity, has such a profound sense of the needs of others, that as soon as she hears of them, she acts spontaneously and decisively to bring help.” – Fr Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen
How does today’s Feast of the Visitation of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth illustrate the Blessed Mother’s charity and humility? Fr Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
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Why does the Church celebrate John the Baptist’s birth today? Find out when Liz Estler reflects on the importance of this solemnity.
What does today’s feast teach us about God’s mercy? Find out when Liz Estler surveys several authors who have written on the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
What was the secret of the Blessed Virgin’s faith? Fr. John Bartunek explores why she was able to believe so completely, an excerpt from his meditation book “The Better Part” on this coming Sunday’s Gospel.
St. Ambrose reflects on the Blessed Mother’s visit to her cousin St. Elizabeth, our meditation for the feast of The Visitation today.
What do the saints say about the Blessed Virgin as a young child and about her dedication to God? Find out what St. Alphonsus Liguori relates in the conclusion of this series on Mary’s presentation in the temple, today’s memorial celebration.
What does Our Blessed Mother Mary teach us to pray? Find out when Dr. Peter Howard reflects on how we can learn from her instruction.