The Octave Day of Christmas Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
A Holy Day of Obligation
We close out the Christmas octave—the eight days following the birth of Christ—with a feast day honoring Mary as the Mother of God. On this day, we are reminded of the role that the Blessed Virgin played in the plan of our salvation. Christ's Birth was made possible by Mary's fiat: "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word." Luke 1:38
Read
Take time to read about the Mother of God today. https://www.catholic.org/mary/
Reflect
It's amazing to think that Jesus has a mother! She carried Him in her womb, raised Him, and loved Him with a perfect love. She is an example for every mother and is also an example for all of us who seek to love others with a pure and holy heart. Reflect upon this what this love would have been like. Imagine the unbreakable bond they shared.
Pray
Dearest Mother Mary,
You loved your Divine Son with a perfect love. Your heart burned with an unquenchable fire of motherly charity. Your bond with Jesus was one that was perfect in every way. Help me to open my heart to that same love you share with me. Come be my mother and care for me as you cared for your Son. May I also love you with the love Jesus had for you and with the love He now lavishes upon you in Heaven. Mother Mary, the Mother of God, pray for us. Jesus, I trust in You.