Andrea Springer will be presenting, “Mary, Our Mellowness of Heart”, beginning tonight with an evening prayer service for those who are staying overnight and a full day retreat tomorrow. As we are on the cusp of the Advent season, this time of reflection on Mary can provide powerful inspiration about her life and how it relates to us today. Elizabeth Johnson writes, “…this woman empowered by Holy Wisdom, challenges, consoles, and sparks hope in present-day…”
In trial or difficulty I have recourse to Mother Mary, whose glance alone is enough to dissipate every
fear. ~ Saint Therese of Lisieux
The world being unworthy to receive the son of God directly from the hands of the Father, he gave his son to Mary for the world to receive him from her. ~Saint Augustine
To succeed in your intentions, entrust yourselves to the Blessed Virgin Mary always, but especially in moments of difficulty and darkness. ‘From Mary we learn to surrender to God’s will in things. From Mary we learn to trust even when all hope seems gone. From Mary we learn to love Christ, her Son and the Son of God…Learn from her to be always faithful, to trust that God’s Word to you will be fulfilled, and that nothing is impossible with God.’ ~St. John Paul II
Let us run to Mary, and, as her little children, cast ourselves into her arms with a perfect confidence. ~Saint Francis de Sales