Daily Bible Reflections

September 15, 2011
my mother, my intercessor

Seeing his mother there with the disciple whom he loved, Jesus said to his mother, “Woman, there is your son.” In turn he said to the disciple, “There is your mother.” – John 19:26-27

When I was a teenager, every time I needed permission to go to a party, I would ask my mom to ask dad on my behalf. She was also the referee whenever he and I had a misunderstanding. She was the cushion who lessened the blow of a sermon or a “no” from my dad.
I believe most, if not all, mothers are molded this way because of the example Mother Mary had set a long time ago.
Jesus not only bequeathed His Mother to His disciple, John, but to all of us — God’s children. She, in turn, accepted her role with all her heart — to be the mother of all Christians, interceding for us to make us closer to God, Our Father. Anne Macalino-Santos (annemac.santos@gmail.com)

REFLECTION:
“In trial or difficulty I have recourse to Mother Mary, whose glance alone is enough to dissipate every fear.” (St.Therese of Lisieux)

Through the intercession of Mother Mary, I pray that my heart will fully embrace everything that God gives me – both the joys and the sorrows.