The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Readings: Apocalypse 11:19,12:1-6,10; 1 Corinthians 15:20-26
In the mystery of the Assumption, we behold Mary as the perfect fruit of Christ’s victory over sin and death, proof that in her, humanity has triumphed through God’s grace. She is the woman clothed with the sun, the crown of twelve stars upon her head, standing as a sign of hope for the pilgrim Church. In her, we see not only the destiny God prepared for her unique vocation, but also the destiny He desires for all His faithful children: life in His presence, body and soul, forever. Mary’s Assumption is not an escape from the trials of life but the fulfillment of a journey lived in total obedience, humility, and love. She shares fully in her Son’s resurrection, showing us that God’s plan for humanity is not defeat or decay, but glory. In Mary, humanity has “won,” not by its own strength, but by complete surrender to the will of God, reminding us that our own path to victory lies in following her example of faith, trust, and unwavering discipleship. Let’s reflect: Do I follow Mary’s example of humble obedience and trust, so that God’s victory in Christ may also be fulfilled in my life?
Don Giorgio