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Spiritual Motherhood: Mother to us in the order of grace

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May 1

“The Blessed Virgin … as Mother of the divine Redeemer here on earth, above all others and in a singular way was the generous associate and humble handmaid of the Lord. She conceived, brought forth, and nourished Christ, she presented him to the Father in the temple, shared her Son’s sufferings as He died on the cross. Thus in a wholly singular way she cooperated by her obedience, faith, hope, and burning charity, in the work of the Savior, in restoring supernatural life to souls. For this reason she is a mother to us in the order of grace.”

– Documents of Vatican II LumenGentium, 61

Today’s Reflection

According to this teaching of the Church on Mary, how does Mary fulfill the definition of “spiritual motherhood”? Based on this passage, what do you think the phrase “mother to us in the order of grace” means? To what extent do you see her in this way?

 

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Increase my sufferings

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April 30
Feast of St. Pius V (1504-1572)
“O Lord, increase my sufferings and my patience.”
-Dying words of St. Pius V
Today’s Reflection
Do I have the courage to pray this prayer? Why or why not? What virtue do I most need to acquire to do so?

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No greater gift

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April 29

St. Catherine of Siena (1347-1380)

“Eternal Trinity, Godhead, You could give me no greater gift than the gift of Yourself. For you are a fire ever burning and never consumed, which itself consumes all the selfish love that fills my being. Yes, You are a fire that takes away coldness, illuminates the mind with its light, and causes me to know Your truth. You are beauty and wisdom itself. ”

-Adapted from a prayer of St. Catherine of Siena

 

Today’s Reflection

Today, I will take a few moments to meditate on this prayer of St. Catherine and see what the Lord speaks to me through it.

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The greatest saints

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April 28

St. Louis de Montfort (1673-1716)

“The greatest saints, the souls richest in graces and virtues, shall be the most assiduous in praying to our Blessed Lady, and in having her always present as their perfect model for imitation and their powerful aid for help.”

-St. Louis de Montfort, True Devotion to Mary

 

Today’s Reflection

According to St. Louis de Montfort, how rich in grace and virtue might my soul be? To what extent can I increase my devotion to the Blessed Mother and her intercession?

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Every kingdom divided

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April 27

“Every kingdom divided against itself is laid waste, and no city or house divided against itself will stand.”

-Matthew 12:25

 

Today’s Reflection

How is this passage speaking to me today regarding family relationships, business relationships, friendships, or community activities?

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Eat what is good

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April 26

“Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which does not satisfy? Hearken diligently to me, and eat what is good, and delight yourselves in fatness.”

-Isaiah 55:2

 

Today’s Reflection

Is it possible that my “consumerism” prevents me from receiving the spiritual nourishment that I need?

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Even to the ends of the earth

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April 25, 2020

St. Mark, Evangelist

“The Church, which has spread everywhere, even to the ends of the earth, received the faith from the apostles and their disciples.”

-St. Irenaeus, Against Heresies

 

Today’s Reflection

Dear St. Mark, thank you for your faithfulness to the movement of the Holy Spirit. Through your obedience, I have received faith. Through your docility, I have received strength. Help me to live the gospel message, experience the gospel message, and pass the gospel message on to others. Please pray for me. Amen.

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Faithful in truth

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April 24, 2020

St. Fidelis, Priest and Martyr (1577-1622)

“In addition to this charity, he was faithful in truth as well as in name. His zeal for defending the Catholic faith was unsurpassed and he preached it tirelessly.”

-From a eulogy for St. Fidelis

 

Today’s Reflection

We need more people like St. Fidelis in our midst today. Given the circumstances of my life, how can I respond to this need?

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Consumed with the fire of the Holy Spirit

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April 23, 2020

St. George, Martyr (280-303)

“As for Saint George, he was consumed with the fire of the Holy Spirit. Armed with the invincible standard of the cross, he did battle with an evil king and acquitted himself so well that, in vanquishing the king, he overcame the prince of all wicked spirits, and encouraged other soldiers of Christ to perform brave deeds in his cause.”

-From a homily of St. Peter Damian on St. George

 

Today’s Reflection

Could I be called “St. Georgette” today? In what way do I emulate St. George?

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Give me the heart of a child

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April 22, 2020

“Lord, give me the heart of a child, and the awesome courage to live it out as an adult.”

-Catherine de Hueck Doherty, Molchanie

Today’s Reflection

What characterizes the heart of a child? Of these traits, which one do I most need to acquire? At this moment, I will ask God for the grace to develop this attribute.

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