SATURDAY, TWELFTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Gn 18: 1-15 Lk 1: 46-50, 53-55 Lk 2: 41-51
WALKING IN MARY’S FOOTSTEPS
A father and his young daughter were shopping in a crowded mall. Holding her hand, he guided her through the busy walkways. But for a brief moment, she let go, distracted by something shiny. When she turned back, her father was gone. Panic set in as she searched frantically, until suddenly, she felt a strong, familiar hand on her shoulder. “I was right here,” her father reassured her. “I never left you.” We encounter in the gospel today a deeply human moment in the life of the Holy Family. Mary and Joseph lose sight of Jesus and search for Him in anguish. When they find Him in the temple, He asks, “Did you not know that I must be about my Father’s business?” How often do we feel as if we’ve lost sight of Jesus? We assume He is with us, only to realize we have drifted. Like Mary and Joseph, we must seek Him earnestly, in prayer, Scripture, the Eucharist, and acts of service. Mary responds with trust, even when she doesn’t fully understand. This is a lesson for us. God’s plans may be unclear, but like Mary, we are called to trust, ponder, and move forward in faith. How can we follow Mary’s example?
- Trust in God’s plan: Life brings unexpected challenges. Instead of frustration, we can pause, pray, and trust that God is at work even when we don’t understand.
- Seek Jesus daily: Like Mary and Joseph searched for Jesus, we must prioritize prayer, Mass, and Scripture reading.
- Serve with love: Mary’s life was one of selfless service. We too can offer small acts of kindness, help those in need, and be present to others.
Mary’s journey was not without struggle, but she remained faithful. By walking in her footsteps, we too can live a Christ centred life. In the words of St Teresa of Avila, “He alone is enough; seek Him, trust Him, serve Him.”
Response: The Lord has remembered his mercy.
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