May 17

“So also in its apostolic tasks the Church rightly looks to the one who bore Christ, Christ who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin in order that he might also be born and grow in the hearts of the faithful. In her whole life this virgin mother showed herself as an example of that motherly love that must animate all who share in the apostolic mission of the Church

for the regeneration of mankind.”

-Lumen Gentium, Second Vatican Council

Today’s Reflection:

How does this quote inspire you in your understanding of spiritual motherhood and its importance for mankind?