Mary, Temple of God, Mary: Day 134

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Mary, Temple of God, Mary: Day 134 2015-11-22T11:35:04-05:00 Pete Socks

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Mary, Temple of God

St. Francis of Assisi, with characteristic exuberance, sings a joyful hymn to the Virgin Mary that celebrates many of her traditional titles.

Holy Virgin Mary, there is none like you among all the women born into the world!
Daughter and handmaid of the heavenly Father, the almighty King, mother of our most high Lord Jesus Christ,
Spouse of the Holy Spirit, pray for us to your most holy Son, our Lord and Master. Hail, holy Lady, most noble Queen,
Mother of God, Mary ever-virgin!
You were chosen by the heavenly Father, who has been pleased to honor you
with the presence of his most holy Son and the Holy Spirit, the divine Advocate.
You were blessed with the fullness of grace and goodness. Hail, Temple of God, his dwelling place,
his masterpiece, his handmaid!
Hail, Mother of God! I venerate you for the holy virtues that, through the grace and enlightenment of the Holy Spirit,
you bring into the hearts of your devoted ones to change them from unfaithful Christians into faithful children of God.
—St. Francis of Assisi

IN GOD’S PRESENCE, CONSIDER . . .
Which of the titles for Mary found in this hymn seems to hold the richest meaning for me? What is my favorite title for Mary, and why?

CLOSING PRAYER
From a prayer of St. Andrew of Candia: I salute you, O temple of the glory of God, sacred dwelling of the King of heaven. You are the reconciliation of God with men. I salute you, O mother of our joy!

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