MAY DEVOTION - TWENTY EIGHTH DAY
THE ASSUMPTION
MARY - TAKEN UP TO HEAVEN
Our Lady had gone to Heaven in both body and soul, and the angels rejoice. We can imagine, too, the delight of Saint Joseph, her most chaste spouse, who awaited her in paradise.
Yet what about us who remain on earth? Our faith tells us that here on earth, in our present life, we are pilgrims, wayfarers. Our lot is one of suffering, of sacrifices, and privations. Nonetheless, joy must mark the rhythm of our steps. ‘Serve the Lord with joy' -- there is no other way to serve him.
Let us offer to our Mother today -
A smile when someone corrects us or misjudges us.
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