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On Saturday, 15 August the Catholic Church celebrated the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. On this Feast, Catholics traditionally celebrate Mary going to heaven. The tradition is that ‘God took Mary, body and soul, to heaven after her life on earth had come to an end’.   

There is little description of Mary in the Scriptures. What we do know, however, is that she was a woman of deep faith, trust and service. In the Gospel of Luke, we see Mary chosen by God to bring Christ into the world. She is with Jesus at his birth, nurtures him in childhood, is present during his ministry, witnesses his death, and stands with the early Church as it grows and proclaims the Good News. In the Gospel of Luke, Mary gives these words, which we call the Magnificat: 

“My soul glorifies the Lord

       and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour,

  for he has been mindful

     of the humble state of his servant.

From now on all generations will call me blessed,

      for the Mighty One has done great things for me—

     holy is his name.”       (Luke 1:46-49)  

“Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb"  (Luke 1:42)

We pray...

For the Church in Australia, that it be renewed with Mary MacKillop’s bold faith, missionary spirit and passion for the poor.

For health care workers  risking their lives to care for COVID patients, that they will stay safe and strong.