Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Reflection

“A great sign appeared in the sky, a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.” –Revelation 12:1

Prayer

Good Creator,

We honor Mary’s bodily assumption into heaven today and rest in the assurance it gives, especially to those of us serving in your ministry of healing. For we know that your work of redemption includes our physical bodies, along with the rest of material creation! Therefore, fill us with hope as we care for patients now struggling with bodily sickness and physical suffering. Give us strength and stamina to continue extending your work of redemption, guided by Mary’s example and with the grace of her intercession. Amen.

Call to Action

In gratitude to the Creator, renew my commitment to take care of my whole self today: mind, spirit, and body.