Monday, May 24, 2021 - The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church - Homily

 

On the day after Pentecost which is regarded as the Birthdate of the Church, we celebrate the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church. It is fitting that we do so because when Jesus is about to leave the world to go to the Father, he hands over his mother to the Beloved Disciple. This disciple is a historical figure, but also stands for anyone who loves Jesus. Church in John is made up of the Spirit of Jesus given from the Cross, the mother of Jesus and disciples who love Jesus.