Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Reflection

“And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart.”
~ Luke 2:19

Prayer

God of humility and goodness,

Mary, the mother of your son Jesus, had a heart filled with motherly love for her son and compassion for all humanity. Create within us a heart full of love for Jesus and for one another. May the abundant goodness of Mary’s heart inspire each of us to lead lives of mercy and care for our sisters and brothers. We make this prayer through Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.

Call to Action

What one action can I take today, or what one commitment can I make, to embody the heart of Mary by leading a life of mercy and care of and for others?