Mary's Queenship

Today's Memorial, the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary, was instituted by Pope Pius XII on October 11, 1954, the Marian Year, and complements the Solemnity of the Assumption, which we celebrated a week ago.  Again we are called to turn our attention to Mary, this time as Queen, by virtue of her Son's Kingship, but also queen by humility and service. Jesus said, "The greatest among you must be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled but whoever humbles himself will be exalted." (Mt 23: 11-12). Mary lived out this injunction better than any other human being, and thus deserves the "exalted" title of queen.  She urges us, her children, to follow her example. In any role, be it leader or simply follower, by doing whatever we are asked or "have to do" first for God, with good cheer and delight in the task, and as if it were a privilege to be so needed or used,  we share in Mary's queenship.
Bro. Rene


Note: I will be at Sr. Rose de Lima parish in Chicopee, MA this weekend...Not sure of internet access.  So far, most rectories have allowed me to use my I-Pad...