HOMILY FOR THE NATIVITY/BIRTHDAY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (FEAST) 8th September 2022
THE NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (FEAST) Micah 5:1-4; Matthew 1:1-16,18-23 Today the Holy Mother Church, echoing the words of the Psalmist (Psalm 12(13):6-7): "exult for joy in the Lord", invites us to celebrate with profound contentment the nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The one of whom was born the sun of justice, Christ Jesus our Lord (entrance antiphon). The morning star that announces the rising of the Sun of Righteousness. The one whose nativity brings deeper peace to those for whom the birth of her son was the dawning of salvation (opening prayer). The one whose nativity was the hope and daybreak of salvation (communion prayer). Dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, the birth of a child reigns joy and gladness in the family. It is a pleasant sign that God still loves the world and is present to the world. Over 2000 years ago, God gave a special gift to humanity, a special gift to the Church. One who became the Mother of the Church and the Mother of us al...