Mary A Life Close to Jesus
JOSÉ ANTONIO LOARTE
An account of the life of the Virgin Mary in twenty scenes, based on the Gospels and the Tradition of the Church
Opus Dei Information Office, 2015
www.opusdei.org.uk
The Spanish publishers Palabra published a print version of this text from www.opusdei.org. The present digital version does not contain texts from the Fathers of the Church, saints and poets relating to each of the scenes in the life of Our Lady which are contained in the original paper edition.
CONTENTS
Foreword 4
The Immaculate Conception 7
Birth of Mary 9
Presentation of Our Lady 12
Betrothal to Joseph 15
The Annunciation 18
Visitation to Saint Elizabeth 21
Birth of Christ 24
Jesus’ Presentation in the Temple 27
Adoration of the Magi 30
Flight into Egypt 34
Return to Nazareth 38
Jesus with Doctors of the Law 41
The Nazareth Years 44
Wedding Feast at Cana 47
Beside the Cross of Jesus 51
Burial of Christ 54
Christ’s Resurrection and Ascension 57
The Coming of the Holy Spirit 60
Dormition and Assumption 63
Coronation and Queenship 66
Whoever wishes to read the appendices of each chapter, can consult the book ‘The Virgin Mary. Magisterium, Saints, Poets' published in 2012 by Palabra, Madrid. Each topic of this book is enriched by a corresponding chapter containing texts from the Magisterium, saints and poets from various eras.
Translator’s Note: ‘The Virgin Mary. Magisterium, Saints, Poets' is not yet available in English. However, each individual chapter can be found on the Opus Dei website, in the Section ‘Life of Mary’.
Homily: 4th Sunday of Advent in C 2018 James Knipper
Holidays have a way of often bringing to the surface darkness from the past…darkness from hardships and losses…darkness from broken relationships…even darkness coming forth from our own Church…leaving us, at times, blinded to God’s presence, asking, “Where is God in all this?” Allow this Sunday’s Gospel to shed new light on that age old question...
Mary A Life Close to Jesus
JOSÉ ANTONIO LOARTE
An account of the life of the Virgin Mary in twenty scenes, based on the Gospels and the Tradition of the Church
Opus Dei Information Office, 2015
www.opusdei.org.uk
The Spanish publishers Palabra published a print version of this text from www.opusdei.org. The present digital version does not contain texts from the Fathers of the Church, saints and poets relating to each of the scenes in the life of Our Lady which are contained in the original paper edition.
CONTENTS
Foreword 4
The Immaculate Conception 7
Birth of Mary 9
Presentation of Our Lady 12
Betrothal to Joseph 15
The Annunciation 18
Visitation to Saint Elizabeth 21
Birth of Christ 24
Jesus’ Presentation in the Temple 27
Adoration of the Magi 30
Flight into Egypt 34
Return to Nazareth 38
Jesus with Doctors of the Law 41
The Nazareth Years 44
Wedding Feast at Cana 47
Beside the Cross of Jesus 51
Burial of Christ 54
Christ’s Resurrection and Ascension 57
The Coming of the Holy Spirit 60
Dormition and Assumption 63
Coronation and Queenship 66
Whoever wishes to read the appendices of each chapter, can consult the book ‘The Virgin Mary. Magisterium, Saints, Poets' published in 2012 by Palabra, Madrid. Each topic of this book is enriched by a corresponding chapter containing texts from the Magisterium, saints and poets from various eras.
Translator’s Note: ‘The Virgin Mary. Magisterium, Saints, Poets' is not yet available in English. However, each individual chapter can be found on the Opus Dei website, in the Section ‘Life of Mary’.
Homily: 4th Sunday of Advent in C 2018 James Knipper
Holidays have a way of often bringing to the surface darkness from the past…darkness from hardships and losses…darkness from broken relationships…even darkness coming forth from our own Church…leaving us, at times, blinded to God’s presence, asking, “Where is God in all this?” Allow this Sunday’s Gospel to shed new light on that age old question...
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A comprehensive exploration of Aristotle's philosophy could fill volumes, but here's a condensed version focusing on key aspects of his thought:
Metaphysics: Aristotle's metaphysics deals with the study of existence and reality. He posited that everything that exists has a substance, which is characterized by its form and matter. Substance, for Aristotle, is that which exists independently and is not predicated upon anything else. He introduced the concept of the four causes—material, formal, efficient, and final—to explain the processes of change and causation in the world.
Teleology: Central to Aristotle's philosophy is the notion of teleology, which asserts that everything in nature has a purpose or goal (telos). He believed that objects and organisms in the natural world strive toward their inherent goals, which are determined by their nature. This teleological perspective underpins his understanding of ethics, biology, and natural philosophy.
Ethics and Virtue: Aristotle's ethical theory, outlined primarily in his Nicomachean Ethics, emphasizes the cultivation of virtue (arete) as the path to eudaimonia, or human flourishing. He identified two kinds of virtues: moral virtues, which involve the proper regulation of emotions and actions, and intellectual virtues, which pertain to the development of reason and understanding. Virtue, according to Aristotle, is achieved through habituation and the practice of moderation or the "golden mean" between extremes.
Politics and the Ideal State: Aristotle's political philosophy, expounded in works like Politics, explores the nature and purpose of the state, as well as the best form of government. He believed that humans are political animals by nature and argued for the importance of the polis (city-state) as the highest form of community. Aristotle categorized different types of government—monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy—and advocated for a mixed constitution that combines elements of these forms to achieve stability and justice.
Logic and Reasoning: Aristotle's contributions to logic laid the foundation for Western philosophical inquiry. His system of logic, articulated in the Organon, introduced concepts such as syllogistic reasoning and the laws of thought (the law of identity, the law of non-contradiction, and the law of excluded middle). Aristotle's logical framework provided a method for analyzing arguments and drawing valid conclusions, influencing fields beyond philosophy, such as science and mathematics.
Epistemology: Aristotle's epistemology concerns the nature and limits of human knowledge. He distinguished between different types of knowledge, including scientific knowledge (episteme) and practical wisdom (phronesis), and argued that knowledge is derived from sensory experience and rational inquiry. Aristotle's empiricism and emphasis on observation and classification influenced later scientific thought, particularly in disciplines like biology and natural philosophy.
Aesthetics: While
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Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
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A comprehensive exploration of Aristotle's philosophy could fill volumes, but here's a condensed version focusing on key aspects of his thought:
Metaphysics: Aristotle's metaphysics deals with the study of existence and reality. He posited that everything that exists has a substance, which is characterized by its form and matter. Substance, for Aristotle, is that which exists independently and is not predicated upon anything else. He introduced the concept of the four causes—material, formal, efficient, and final—to explain the processes of change and causation in the world.
Teleology: Central to Aristotle's philosophy is the notion of teleology, which asserts that everything in nature has a purpose or goal (telos). He believed that objects and organisms in the natural world strive toward their inherent goals, which are determined by their nature. This teleological perspective underpins his understanding of ethics, biology, and natural philosophy.
Ethics and Virtue: Aristotle's ethical theory, outlined primarily in his Nicomachean Ethics, emphasizes the cultivation of virtue (arete) as the path to eudaimonia, or human flourishing. He identified two kinds of virtues: moral virtues, which involve the proper regulation of emotions and actions, and intellectual virtues, which pertain to the development of reason and understanding. Virtue, according to Aristotle, is achieved through habituation and the practice of moderation or the "golden mean" between extremes.
Politics and the Ideal State: Aristotle's political philosophy, expounded in works like Politics, explores the nature and purpose of the state, as well as the best form of government. He believed that humans are political animals by nature and argued for the importance of the polis (city-state) as the highest form of community. Aristotle categorized different types of government—monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy—and advocated for a mixed constitution that combines elements of these forms to achieve stability and justice.
Logic and Reasoning: Aristotle's contributions to logic laid the foundation for Western philosophical inquiry. His system of logic, articulated in the Organon, introduced concepts such as syllogistic reasoning and the laws of thought (the law of identity, the law of non-contradiction, and the law of excluded middle). Aristotle's logical framework provided a method for analyzing arguments and drawing valid conclusions, influencing fields beyond philosophy, such as science and mathematics.
Epistemology: Aristotle's epistemology concerns the nature and limits of human knowledge. He distinguished between different types of knowledge, including scientific knowledge (episteme) and practical wisdom (phronesis), and argued that knowledge is derived from sensory experience and rational inquiry. Aristotle's empiricism and emphasis on observation and classification influenced later scientific thought, particularly in disciplines like biology and natural philosophy.
Aesthetics: While
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Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
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Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
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Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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2. mariological teaching of the
increasingly Marian Pope
Benedict, so Benedict see’s
Mary as the perfect believer
imbued by God’s word – who
prepares a place for God in
our humanity by answering
“YES” to the Incarnation. So
Benedict the XVI assert to
have an ecumenical dialogue
in order to heal the wounds of
divisions.
3. Who is Benedict XVI?
Pope Benedict XVI is a retired prelate of the
Catholic church who served as the head of the
church and the sovereign of the Vatican City
State from 2005 until his resignation in 2013.
Benedict's election as pope occurred in the
2005 papal conclave that followed the death of
Pope John Paul II.
Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger
16 April 1927 (age 95)
Marktl, Bavaria, Weimar Republic
Mater Ecclesiae Monastery, Vatican City
4. Pope Benedict wrote three
encyclicals on spiritual, social and
economic issues during his
papacy and was working on a
fourth when he decided to
become the first pope in some six
centuries to step down instead of
reigning for life.
1. “Deus Caritas Est” (God is
Love, 2006)
2. “Spe Salvi” (In hope we were
saved, 2007)
3. “Caritas in Veritate” (Love in
Truth, 2009
5. Dr. Kevin Clarke is the Dean of the Institute for
Lay Ministry and Associate Professor at Sacred
Heart Major Seminary. His research, which
intersects with various theological and
exegetical themes, has primarily focused upon
Biblical interpretation in early Christianity,
especially the Church Fathers’ spiritual
exegesis of the Old Testament and readings
that harmonize both Old and New, more
specifically St. Maximus the Confessor and his
interpretation of Scripture in the 7th century
6. Mary and the
Church
• Mariology in the heart of the
Church… Without Mariology,
The church is in Danger.
• He pointed out that the Vatican
II council had declared Mary a
figure, image and model of the
Church.
7. An instrument for a program of
socio- political action. In Mary, as
a figure and archetype, the church
once again finds her own visage
as mother and cannot degenerate
into the complexity of a party and
organization or a pressure group
in the service of human interest,
even the noblest. If Mary no
longer finds a place in many
theologies and ecclesiologies the
reason is obvious: they have
reduce the faith to an abstraction.
And an abstraction does not need
mother.
8. TheSchoolofMary
When Mary in her maternal
affection for the married couple
presents the news to the Lord
that they have run out of wine,
she hands the matter over to
Jesus to let him decide what to
do about it: “Mary leaves
everything to the Lord’s
Judgement.”
9. At the annunciation, “ she
considered in her mind” the angel
greeting. According to the Greek,
the word for consider here
derives from the Greek word
διάλογοι, dialogues.
10. MaryandScripture
Mary “lived on the word of God” (cf. Mt
4:4 )
Mary is completely imbued with the
word of God, she is able to become the
mother of the word incarnate. Mary,
also, in keeping in her heart the events
of salvation concerning the life of her
Son does more than simply retaining in
her memory the events of her life.
To KNOW, LOVE, LIVE, and most
especially to THINK the word of GOD.
11. Fiat
Κεχαριτωμένη – “Full of grace”
a named given by God and
uttered by the angels.
Mary in her divine maternity
does something unique in the
history of the humanity.
12. Magnificat
… which is like a “Portrait” of
Mary’s soul… she shows us how
alive she is in the scripture.
…. Is entirely woven from treads
of Holy scripture.
She speaks and thinks with the
word of God the word of God
becomes her word, and her word
issues from the word of God
13. …
…. These threads of old
testament Scripture in the
magnificant help show us
something about the person of
Mary.
14. Cana
… is the location of the Marriage at
Cana, at which the miracle of
turning water into wine took place
in the Gospel of John.
“O woman, what have you to do
with me? My Hour has net yet
come” (Jn 2:4) Why does he not call
her “Mother”?
Mary, represents of the redeemer, it
points forward to the cross, where
this “woman” will be made mother
in a new way.
15. MarianMediation
“Mediationofthe
Eucharist”
… the fiat of Mary and the fiat of Christ
– to the message of the angel at the
annunciation and to God the Father’s
plan for redemption In the incarnation.
Through Mary, Christ comes to his
creature in a “sacramental” way…
Sacramentum Caritatis.
… who said that by uniting herself
completely to the sacrificial gift of her
son to the eternal Father on Calvary,
“Mary inaugurates the church
participation in the sacrifice of the
redeemer.”
16. … Mary is found a unique
privilege and especial
preeminence in the
sacramental economy…
turning to Christ in the
Eucharist is turning to Mary,
Because a woman of the
Eucharist who helps us to fall in
love with Jesus in the Eucharist.
17. MediationofGrace
Mary’s mediation of grace
unique is the maternal
dimension of her mediation –
through her Christ is “born ever
anew” into the world, a
feminine dimension of the
event of salvation.
… “Mediatrix of all grace…”
implicit rejection… but Pope
benedict clarify certain things
using the precise title.
18. Mary, Mother of God and our
Mother, stands particularly close to
us at this moment…
The Virgin most pure, who
conceived in her womb the
redeemer of mankind and was
preserved from all stain of original
sin, wishes to be the definitive seal
of our encounter with God our
Savior.
“There is no Fruit of Grace in the
history of Salvation that does not
have as its necessary instrument
the mediation of our Lady"
19. Mary’sMediationinthe
WorkofRedemption
Mary… Standing at the foot of the
cross in Silence and solidarity..
“Image of Mourning that brings
Salvation… by suffering with one
condemned (by their compassion
in the etymological sense) they
place themselves on his side and
by their loving with they are on
the side of God, who is love.”
20. Mary is a model of total self-
abandonment to God’s will:
she received in her heart the
eternal word and conceived it
in her virginal womb; she trust
in God and, with her soul
pierced by a sword, (Lk 2:35)
she did not hesitate to share
the passion of her son,
renewing on calvary at the foot
of the Cross her “yes” of the
annunciation.
21. TheMother’sMediation
ofanImageofGodthe
Father
Christ is the “image (εἰκών) of
the invisible God” He who sees
Jesus “has seen the Father”
and while is Jesus is the
perfect image of Father.
Mary participates in a
subordinate way in his perfect
revelation of the Father
22. … The church at the source…
In the image of peita, which has
become dear Christian piety,
.. In the compassionate Mother,
sufferers of all ages have found
the purest reflection of the divine
compassion that is only true
consolation…
23. Imapassibilis est deus, sed non
incompassibilis
- God Cannot suffer, but he
can suffer with
… how the image of the Pieta in the
Christian World became vividly…
Semitic understanding of rahamin.
Cradles the body of her lifeless Son,..
God’s Maternal affliction is open to
view
24. Maryandthesuffering
Church
With her son,... “mysteriously”
united with Christ, the one who
suffer with love, meek, self
abandonment to the will of God
becomes a living offering for
the salvation of the world.
Being in God who is close to
us, actually within all of us.
25. ….
The pope has courageously
…condemning the human
rights and religious- freedom
violations and the oppression
of the catholic church.
Pope has offered a woman,
“our Great Advocate and
Mother” who is particularly
close to those facing injustice.
26. … When you obediently said ”yes”
in the house of Nazareth, you
allowed God’s eternal Son o take
flesh in your virginal womb and
thus to begin in history the work
of our redemption you willingly
and generously cooperated in
that work, allowing the sword of
pain to pierce your soul, until
supreme hour of the cross, when
you kept watch on Calvary,
standing beside your, son who
died that we might live.
27. ….
He described the blessed Virgin
as the “Woman of Salvation” and
the “reflection of the Beauty that
saves the world” …
she was predestined from all
eternity to be the Mother of ther
redeemer and the Mother of all
redeemed and such she was the
first among the saved and
shared beforehand in the
salvation he wrought by his
passion.
29. The Maternity of Mary over all
believers is part of the “Good
news” of Calvary, a truly
personal gift from the cross
that abides in heaven to this
day .
30. OneFamily“Entrusted”
tooneMother
“Behold your Mother.” and so
he did as the beloved disciple
did: he took her into his own
home (eis ta idia: jn 19:27)-
Totus tuus. And from the
mother he learned to conform
himself to Christ.
31. Mary invites us to console in the
image of love and mercy wither
face turned constantly toward her
son. “in her maternal love, Mary
Continues to take under her
protection people all languages
and cultures, and to lead them
together, within a multiform
unity, to Christ.
32. ….
In Marian consecration, we
receive her into our own
reality and she likewise
receives us into her own.
“behold… behold becomes not
a mere historical detail, but a
request of the son that he be
allowed to share the mother he
so loved with all “” his own”
whom he loved “to the end”
33. ….
Mary for non catholic
Christians have a very
beautiful understanding of the
relationship that is implied in
the very nature of Christianity.
Christianity involves a relationship
with Christ, and of course with
the Father and the Holy Spirit as
well.
34. ….
Marian consecration is a way
of formally declaring relevant
to a person’s own life what is
already accomplished in the
words of the Savior- King- the
conferral of a new relationship
between the blessed Mother of
God and all humanity.
During the time of Benedict XVI, the concept of Mary most Holy is always rise in the Ecumenical dialogue because Benedict XVI believe that Mary is one way to gain the unity in the world. So Many scholars believe that Benedict Xvi was being guided by the Holy spirit because from the outset of his first massage after his election as pope.
To give as a glimpse of this article, it offers a brief survey of the
Throughout the time of Benedict XVI, the concept of Mary most Holy is always rise in the Ecumenical dialogue because Benedict XVI believe that Mary is one way to gain the unity in the world. So Many scholars believe that Benedict Xvi was being guided by the Holy spirit because from the outset of his first massage after his election as pope.
To give as a glimpse of this article, it offers a brief survey of the
Before we go along I would like to introuduce to you who is Benedict XVI
Benedect XVI real name is …. Born in and he is living in Mater..
During the time of Benedict XVI he wrote a three major teaching of the church namely
Deus Caritas est… In the first encyclical of his papacy, Benedict tried to guide Catholics on what they should do in a world where religion was often linked with calls for hatred and violence.
2007. Benedict said atheism was responsible for some of the “greatest forms of cruelty and violations of justice” in history.
In an appeal to a pessimistic world to find strength in Christian hope, Benedict urged Christians to put their hope for the future in God and not in technology, wealth or political ideologies.
2009. Benedict called for a “world political authority” to manage the global economy and for more government regulation of national economies to pull the world out of the current crisis and avoid a repeat.
The encyclical called for a re-think of the way the world economy was run. It touched on a number of social issues but its main connecting thread was how the economic crisis has affected both rich and poor nations.
Since there two personalities that we will tackle this morning the first is Benedict XVI and secondly Dr. kevin Clarke
Mary and the Church… Pope benedict XVI wrote a lots of article during his entire life to convince the community that without Mary, the Church is in danger, but the question now is Why Benedict says that word? Because he thinks that there are instances that we lose our famine dimension altogether, so Mary helps to guarantee the understanding the church is not an organization but organism of Christ
During his interview with Vittorio . Benedict the XVI pointed out the Vatican II council declared , Mary a figure, image and model of the church. In order not to dominate the church by masculine perspective.
Cardinal Ratzinger perspective on the theological principle of Mariology is not invented by human mind because it is an angel greeting at the annunciation identifies Mary with daughter Zion, the bridal people of God.
Benedict Expose that Mary as Bride of the Holy Spirit is seen in her “Universal Motherhood of all those who are generated by God trough faith in Christ.” As such, she becomes an image and model of the Church and for all generation.
What is this school of Mary all about the school of Mary is about the unique a way of exegetical approach that Benedict XVI introduce to us readers.
John 2
From her then “we learn graciousness and readiness to help but we also learn humility and generosity in accepting God’s will”
In other words, Mary enters into an interior dialogue with the word. She carries on an inner dialogue with the word that has been given her: she speaks to it and let it speak to her, in order to understan its meaning.
We learn how to become attentive and docile disciple of the Lord. It is through her maternal help we commit ourselves to working enthusiastically in the workshop of peace, following Christ, the prince of peace.
Pope benedict the XVI describe Mary in the Scripture as … the virgin was penetrated by divine light and this is why she was so resplendent, so good, so radiant with love and goodness.
with this pope Benedict XVI explains that Mary enter into the interior level of conversation. So Pope Benedict see’s that there is interconnectedness with the word of God and the word of the incarnate so Benedict XVI perspective teach us to remember our relationship with the church. So Mary’s relationship with the word of God is also for us a model and an invitation, and Mary speaks with us, and the same time she invites us to KNOW, LOVE, LIVE, and most especially to THINK the word of GOD.
Pope Benedict XVI says that the name tells us that she has always been and will always be the beloved, the elect the one chosen to welcome the most precious gift, and that is Jesus.
She prepares a place for God’s Dwelling among men. Pope Benedict connects this scripture with the fiat of Mary, spoken at the incarnation.
But for Pope Benedict XVI stated that the magnificat “remains the truest and profound interpretation of history ”
The theotokos reminds us of the indissoluble link between old and new, as she in her very person binds together “the old and new people of God. Israel and Christianity,
synagogue and church.” In Mary, in a particular way, “we can live the unity of the sacred scripture.”
But this magnificat reminds us to become a witness to the fulfillment of God’s promise and a proclamation of God’s preference for the poor of Yahweh.
what is this cana all about …
This is the question of Pope Benedict XVI during his address In his homeland year 2006
For pope Benedict XVI, describe Mary in the wedding feast at can as a part of the co-missionary on earth. And in Cana, Jesus revealed his fullness Glory, so that Mary represents….
Are Eucharistically speaking, intrinsically linked in God’s loving will.
Popes teaches in his apostolic exhortation on the Eucharist… he takes up the sacrificial language of second Vatican Council in lumen Gentium as he writes of Mary as “suffering deeply with her only begotten son, associating herself with his sacrifice in her mother’s heart”
So pope benedict affirmed the conclusion of the father’s of the 2005 synod of the Eucharist
3. Because in the beginning Mary is there of the sacramental mystery, receiving the sacrifice for the Church, benedict XVI points out, but also associating herself the priestly sacrifice. Example ..
Because a woman of the Eucharist who helps us to fall in love with Jesus in the Eucharist.
So after the second Vatican II council, many scholars interpreted the decision of the council not to include the term mediatrix of all grace.. Implicit rejection ..(Implicit rejection is where a dater sends a message and receives nothing back from the potential partner). Benedict was a peritus at the council has clarify certain things using the precise tiltle.
Now the question, How Mary Work
..Is seen the antithesis of those words which Satan enticed Peter to utter.
At significant moment in life, one may renew marriage vows, baptismal vows, vows in religious life. But this does not embark upon a new vocation , but remembering of the initial vows that continue from now, so it is With Mary, who, Pope Benedict teaches, renews her fiat at the foot of the cross..
So unlike the words of satan, Mary’s will is God’s will so redemption, and all it entails.
So the question, how doe mary become the mother’s mediation of an image of God the Father
So Cardinal Ratzinger draws attention to the scriptural presence of the blessed virgin on calvary as a glimpse into the divine compassion of the father who suffers with his son.
So many scholars and faithful saw that the grieving Mother one who has become “sheer compassion”
because with these cardinal Ratzinger believe that in the deepest essence, of all pain and suffering is solitude, loss of love, the wretched happiness of the rejected. Only those who come will heal their pain.
In his immense compassion, which actually enables him to suffer in a way greater than is humanly imaginable, so God knows all our suffering because of the abundance of his infinite love for hi suffering creatures. So cardinal Ratzinger describe.. Image ..
So mary in this point… meaning God is willing to gave his only begotten son in order for us to see how much He loves us.
Pope benedict XVI reminds us how Mary walks us in our suffering, not just for a mine while but in the entire days of our life … but pope benedict Xvi emphasize that the image of Mary is not just an image of compassion for all suffering of her divine son, but also, an image .
Another thing the pope benedict XVI remind us the closeness of mary to God. Mary shares this closeness of God, Being in God and with God, she is close to everyone, and she knows what was in our hearts and she can hear our prayers, Because in of her motherly and tenderness and love for us Filipino we have saying that Mother’s knows best
one of the example that Mary is with the suffering of the church is this, There was a time that pope benedict work diligently on behalf of the in china because those who suffer in the religious persecution that imposed by their government the communist regime.
In May 2008, pope benedict compose a prayer to our lady of sheshan. Let me read this prayer….. This prayer shows us in the fiat we see the unchanging will of Mary from Annunciation to Calvary. In the gift of her will, she shows all how to cooperate with God.
Pope benedict XVI continues to cathechize the faithful concerning our lady’s participation in the work of redemption that pope described…
Not only does Our Lady Cooperate in redemption, but that cooperation has a direct result for her – Spiritual maternity…
Pope benedict emphasize in his homily on the feast of the assumption of Mary into Heaven: we………
Benedict believes that Christ proclaims this from the cross, because his words are living and active, sharper than and two-edge sword”
So pope concludes that we have a Mother in heaven. Heaven is open . Heaven has a heart.
Before Benedict XVI elected as pope he delivered a homily in the funeral mass of JPII .. Let me read this … Divine Mercy: the Holy Father found the purest reflection of God’s Mercy in the Mother of God . He, who at an early age had lost his own mother, loved his divined mother all the more. He heard the words of the crucified Lord as addressed personally to him:
Pope benedict points to this text as the foundation for the catholic practice of Marian consecration or “entrustment:” “a privileged path , tested by numerous saints, for a more faithful following of the Lord”
She is there, standing on Calvary for all Christian of all ages…. So Mary invites…
And so on the cross, I giving his mother to the Chruch Christ gives her to be mother of every believer who would follow him
Now, the question for us how about non catholic Christian what they are perspective to Mary?
When a Christian is cut to the heart by the beauty and love of the redeeming action, Christianity becomes more than a choice of religion. Christianity involves a relationship with Christ, and of course with the Father and the Holy Spirit as well. This is the basis for the Catholic practice of Marian consecration, we who have been “cut to the heart by savior’s passion find one on calvary who has been pierced through the heart because she has so unified her heart with the heart of her son that was pierced”