O God, who through the fruitful virginity
of Blessed Mary bestowed on the human race
the grace of eternal salvation,
grant, we pray, that we may experience
the intercession of her,
through whom we were found worthy
to receive the author of life,
our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son.
Who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever. Amen.
of Blessed Mary bestowed on the human race
the grace of eternal salvation,
grant, we pray, that we may experience
the intercession of her,
through whom we were found worthy
to receive the author of life,
our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son.
Who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Today, the Octave day of Christmas, the Church rejoices in the virginal motherhood of the Blessed Virgin Mary as we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God.
The singular grace that Our Lady received to become the Mother of our Lord and Savior imbues her with great power as she stands before the throne of God, interceding for the needs of mankind.
At the beginning of this new year, we entrust to the Blessed Virgin Mary all of the intentions held deep within our hearts.