Isaiah 9:1-6 / Luke 1:26-38
Eight days ago, the Church celebrated the Assumption of Mary into heaven.
Mary entered heaven body and soul, and she is the first to receive the fullness of salvation that Jesus won for humanity through His Resurrection and Ascension.
When Mary was in this world, she shared in the ministry as well as the sufferings of Jesus.
She is now in heaven and enjoys that eternal reward that God gives to those who are faithful and do His will.
The Church acknowledges Jesus Christ as Lord of heaven and earth and King of all creation.
The Church also acknowledges Mary as the Queen in heaven, because even in heaven, she continues to share in the saving mission Jesus has given to the Church.
With the title of Queen of heaven, our faith in the intercession of Mary our Mother is also reinforced.
Let us continue to ask Mary for her intercession, that we too will be faithful to God and do His will, and that one day we will join her in heaven to praise God forever.