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Mary, Queen of Love A Reflection on Purity and Divine Charity Where there is true purity of heart, there is also a deeper capacity for love. A heart that is free from self-seeking becomes more open to God, and the more it is emptied of self, the more it can be filled with divine charity. In the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, this truth is revealed in a remarkable way. Because her heart was entirely pure and humble, it was completely open to God. For this reason, spiritual writers have often referred to her as the “Queen of Love.” A Heart Filled with Divine Love The saints frequently reflect on the greatness of Mary’s love for God. Her charity is described as surpassing that of all other creatures, not as a comparison meant to exclude others, but to highlight the unique fullness of grace she received. Her love was not divided or distracted. It was whole, steady, and entirely directed toward God. Mary loved: With her whole heart With her whole soul With her whole strength Her li...

Mary’s Humility on Earth A Reflection on the Foundation of All Virtues Humility is often described by the saints as the foundation upon which all other virtues are built. Without it, no virtue can truly take root in the soul. As St. Bernard teaches, humility is both the beginning and the safeguard of the spiritual life. The Blessed Virgin Mary, as the most faithful disciple of Christ, lived this virtue in a profound and perfect way. Her humility was not merely an outward expression, but an interior disposition that shaped her entire life. Humility as the Path to God Spiritual writers often remind us that God is drawn to humility. Where humility is found, there God delights to dwell. Mary’s life reflects this truth in a unique way. Though she was filled with extraordinary grace, she never exalted herself. Instead, she remained deeply aware that all she had received came from God alone. Her greatness did not lead her to pride, but to deeper humility. Mary’s Lowly View of Herself It is sa...

  Beginning your day with Mary My Queen, My Mother, I offer myself entirely to thee. And to show my devotion to thee, I offer thee this day, my eyes, my ears, my mouth, my heart, my whole being without reserve. Wherefore, good mother, as I am thine own, keep me, guard me as thy property and possession. Amen! Song: Ave Maria As I kneel before you, As I bow my head in prayer, Take this day, make it yours And fill me with your love. Ave Maria, Gratia plena, Dominus tecum, Benedicta tu. All I have I give you, Every dream and wish are yours, Mother of Christ, Mother of mine, Present them to my Lord. As I kneel before you, And I see your smiling face, Ev’ry thought, ev’ry word Is lost in your embrace.