Unwavering Faith - Mary's Faithfulness

In today's homily, we are asked to reflect on the faithfulness of Mother Mary - her loyalty, reliability, consistency, and dedication. Fr. Yosef explained the concept of fidelity, derived from the Latin word fidelitas, which encompasses loyalty and trustworthiness. These virtues were exemplified in Mary's acceptance of God's plan when the angel Gabriel announced she would bear Jesus. Despite the challenges she faced, Mary replied with deep faith and commitment saying, "Let it be." We are encouraged to learn from Mary's example, trusting in God's plan even in difficult times. We are also reminded that just as Mary relied on Jesus through her trials, we too can find strength through her intercession. -Novena Devotion by Fr. Yosef Andris Umbu Damu, C.Ss.R. (7 September 2024)