Daily Reflection: Monday, August 15
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Blessed are you who believed
that what was spoken to you by the Lord
would be fulfilled. (Lk 1:45)
We celebrate the word spoken by the Lord. We celebrate Mary’s belief. We celebrate Mary herself. It all comes together on this day: the promise, the faith, and the woman who said Yes to God. Deep joy fills our hearts as we too hope that God’s promise will be fulfilled in us.
John Frambes, ofm
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