the assumption: mary is taken up to heaven

“Mary has gone to heaven in both body and soul, and the angels rejoice. I can imagine, too, the delight of St. Joseph, her most chaste spouse, who awaited her in paradise. Yet what of us who remain on earth? Our faith tells us that here below, in our present life, we are pilgrims, wayfarers. Our lot is one of sacrifices, suffering and privations. Nonetheless, joy must mark the rhythm of our steps. “Serve the Lord with joy”—there is no other way to serve him.” ¹

Let us offer our Mother today:

A smile when someone corrects us or misjudges us.