Genesis 3:9-15, 20 / Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12 / Luke 1:26-38
The belief that God brought Mary to heaven, body and soul, is what the Church celebrates today.
This feast is called the Assumption of Mary.
Nonetheless, the focus is on God who by His marvelous love, brought Mary to heaven.
This feast has a profound spiritually meaning for us.
Whatever happened to Mary, whether it is at the Immaculate Conception, or at the Annunciation, is planned and willed by God.
And God’s plan and will continues with the Assumption of Mary into heaven.
With the Ascension of Jesus, heaven is opened for those who are saved, and Mary is the first to receive this blessing.
And that means that we too are destined for heaven when we live a life that is faithful and pleasing to God.
And with her Assumption, Mary now has a new heavenly mission, and that is to pray for us so that we too will be with her in heaven to give praise and glory to God.
On this feast of the Assumption, let us praise with Lord our God with joyful thanksgiving.
And let us also continue our devotion to Our Lady as she prays for us to join her eternally in heaven.