Podcasts about Assumption

The Queenship of Mary: Mary's Role in Our Salvation and Peace Today's Homily celebrates the octave of the Feast of the Assumption and . . . . . . the 50th anniversary of the Shrine, reflecting on Mary as Queen of Heaven, Earth, Peace, and All Hearts. Her queenship is not merely an honorific but a real authority rooted in her “yes” to God at the Annunciation, when she freely accepted to bear Christ, changing the universe forever. Her dignity, beauty, and authority exist not for herself but for our salvation, showing her humility as the “handmaid of the Lord.” Mary's queenship continues in her intercession, especially as Queen of Peace, and Queen of All Hearts, bringing grace to human hearts scarred by violence. The faithful are encouraged to entrust themselves to her through acts of consecration, imitating her faith and service so that Christ may be more fully received in their lives and in the world. At the end of the Homily members who have been preparing for the Act of Total Consecration were invited to the altar for a special prayer. Hear more within this Meditation Media. The Queenship of Mary: Mary's Role in Our Salvation and Peace ------------------------------------------------------ Statue of Our Lady at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island The statue was recently restored and originally came from South America to the Shrine about ten years ago. The statue is approximately a hundred years old. ------------------------------------------------------ Gospel: Matthew 22: 34-40 First Reading: Ruth 1: 1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22

I get it. It seems crazy at first. However, when all the arguments are on the table you might be surprised how your mind may change.

Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Michael Pakaluk on Kolbe as a witness, and Jim Papandrea on the Feast of the Assumption and the queenship of Mary.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Mystery at Montserrat: The Lost Artifact Uncovered Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-08-24-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol d'estiu il·luminava les muntanyes dentades de Montserrat, on el Monestir era el cor vibrant d'una celebració majestuosa.En: The summer sun illuminated the jagged mountains of Montserrat, where the Monastery was the vibrant heart of a majestic celebration.Ca: Era l'Assumpció de la Mare de Déu, i fidels de tot arreu havien vingut a participar a les festivitats.En: It was the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and faithful people from all around had come to participate in the festivities.Ca: El so de les campanes ressonava entre els penya-segats mentre Laia, una jove historiadora, passejava pels passadissos antics amb un aire de preocupació.En: The sound of bells resonated among the cliffs as Laia, a young historian, walked through the ancient halls with an air of concern.Ca: Feia dies que esperava les festivitats, un moment que sempre omplia el cor de la gent amb esperit i fe.En: She had been eagerly awaiting the festivities, a time that always filled people's hearts with spirit and faith.Ca: Però una ombra entelava aquesta diada: un artefacte rar i molt valuós havia desaparegut.En: But a shadow clouded this day: a rare and very valuable artifact had disappeared.Ca: Laia arribava al monestir cada any per estudiar els artefactes, i aquest en particular tenia un significat especial per a ella.En: Laia arrived at the monastery every year to study the artifacts, and this one in particular had special meaning for her.Ca: Havia estat en la seva família durant generacions abans d'esdevenir part del tresor del monestir.En: It had been in her family for generations before becoming part of the monastery's treasure.Ca: Quan el sol començava a pondre's, provocant un ball de colors de vermell i daurat per tot el cel, Laia trobà Martí prop de l'entrada.En: As the sun began to set, casting a dance of red and gold colors across the sky, Laia found Martí near the entrance.Ca: Ell, un vigilant de seguretat astut i respectat, mantenia la calma tot i el tumult.En: He, an astute and respected security guard, remained calm despite the tumult.Ca: "Martí, necessito la teva ajuda," digué Laia amb decisió.En: "Martí, I need your help," Laia said decisively.Ca: Martí aixecà una cella.En: Martí raised an eyebrow.Ca: "He escoltat que l'artefacte ha desaparegut.En: "I've heard that the artifact has disappeared.Ca: Això podria ser un gran problema pel monestir.En: This could be a big problem for the monastery."Ca: "Laia assentí, els ulls plens de determinació.En: Laia nodded, her eyes filled with determination.Ca: "No podem permetre que això taqui la reputació del monestir.En: "We cannot allow this to stain the monastery's reputation.Ca: Però també és part de la meva història familiar.En: But it is also part of my family's history."Ca: "Després de valorar la situació, Martí acceptà.En: After assessing the situation, Martí agreed.Ca: "D'acord, Laia.En: "Alright, Laia.Ca: Jo t'ajudaré.En: I will help you.Ca: Però hem de ser prudents.En: But we must be careful."Ca: "Tots dos començaren a investigar.En: The two began to investigate.Ca: Demanaren als visitants, revisaren gravacions, però era difícil enmig de tanta gent.En: They asked visitors, reviewed recordings, but it was difficult amidst so many people.Ca: Les seves pistes inicials eren confuses.En: Their initial clues were confusing.Ca: Però encara no es rendien.En: But they did not give up.Ca: Finalment, una tarda, Martí va notar alguna cosa estranya.En: Finally, one afternoon, Martí noticed something strange.Ca: Una persona s'havia comportat de manera sospitosa.En: A person had behaved suspiciously.Ca: Després de recollir més informació, van descobrir que aquesta persona es feia passar per un simple visitant.En: After gathering more information, they discovered that this person was posing as just a simple visitor.Ca: Van seguir les pistes fins als claustres.En: They followed the clues to the cloisters.Ca: El sol es reflectia sobre les aigües tranquil·les de la font quan van topar amb el sospitós.En: The sun reflected on the tranquil waters of the fountain when they came across the suspect.Ca: Es produí una confrontació tensa.En: A tense confrontation ensued.Ca: Martí mostrava la seva habilitat analitzant cada moviment de l'intrús.En: Martí demonstrated his skill by analyzing every movement of the intruder.Ca: Després d'una curta però intensa disputa, recuperaren l'artefacte.En: After a short but intense dispute, they recovered the artifact.Ca: Laia va sostenir el tresor amb mans tremoloses però alleujades, mentre Martí subjectava fermament el lladre fins que arribà l'autoritat local.En: Laia held the treasure with trembling but relieved hands, while Martí firmly held the thief until the local authority arrived.Ca: Amb l'artefacte segur i el sospitós arrestat, el monestir podia respirar tranquil.En: With the artifact safe and the suspect arrested, the monastery could breathe easy.Ca: La col·laboració entre Laia i Martí va ser clau per resoldre el misteri.En: The collaboration between Laia and Martí was key to solving the mystery.Ca: Ara, entre els repics de campanes, no només celebraven la resolució del cas, sinó també la força de treballar junts.En: Now, among the peals of the bells, they celebrated not only the resolution of the case but also the strength of working together.Ca: Laia aprengué que confiar en altres podia portar grans resultats.En: Laia learned that trusting others could yield great results.Ca: Martí guanyà un nou respecte per la seva capacitat per liderar i assegurar el bé del monestir.En: Martí gained new respect for his ability to lead and ensure the well-being of the monastery.Ca: A mesura que el sol es ponia darrere de les majestuoses siluetes de Montserrat, Laia i Martí contemplaven els cims.En: As the sun set behind the majestic silhouettes of Montserrat, Laia and Martí contemplated the peaks.Ca: Ells sabien que, de vegades, el destí requeria més d'un coratge solitari.En: They knew that, sometimes, destiny required more than just solitary courage. Vocabulary Words:the historian: la historiadorathe monastery: el monestirthe assumption: l'assumpcióthe cliffs: els penya-segatsthe artifact: l'artefactethe treasure: el tresorthe entrance: l'entradathe security guard: el vigilant de seguretatthe reputation: la reputacióthe visitor: el visitantthe recordings: les gravacionsthe clues: les pistesthe cloisters: els claustresthe confrontation: la confrontacióthe intruder: l'intrústhe dispute: la disputathe thief: el lladrethe authority: l'autoritatthe resolution: la resolucióthe mystery: el misterithe courage: el coratgethe festival: la festivitatthe celebration: la celebracióthe heart: el corthe spirit: l'esperitthe faith: la fethe tumult: el tumultthe fountain: la fontthe peaks: els cimsthe sunset: la posta de sol

When Christ was born, the Blessed Virgin held Salvation Himself in her arms wrapped in swaddling clothes. In the Icon of the Dormition/Assumption we see the reverse. It is our Lord embracing His mother as He receives her into Paradise. Tonight we look to the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary to see how she lived a life embracing her Son our Savior. For as Fr. Alexander Schmemann taught, "She is, in every aspect of her life, not the great exception among us, but rather the great example of us all.”

Full Text of ReadingsMemorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary Lectionary: 423The Saint of the day is Queenship of the Blessed Virgin MaryThe Story of the Queenship of Mary Pope Pius XII established this feast in 1954. But the Blessed Virgin Mary's queenship has roots in Scripture. At the Annunciation, Gabriel announced that Mary's Son would receive the throne of David and rule forever. At the Visitation, Elizabeth calls Mary “mother of my Lord.” As in all the mysteries of Mary's life, she is closely associated with Jesus: Her queenship is a share in Jesus' kingship. We can also recall that in the Old Testament the mother of the king has great influence in court. In the fourth century Saint Ephrem called Mary “Lady” and “Queen.” Later Church fathers and doctors continued to use the title. Hymns of the 11th to 13th centuries address Mary as queen: “Hail, Holy Queen,” “Hail, Queen of Heaven,” “Queen of Heaven.” The Dominican rosary and the Franciscan crown as well as numerous invocations in Mary's litany celebrate her queenship. The feast is a logical follow-up to the Assumption, and is now celebrated on the octave day of that feast. In his 1954 encyclical To the Queen of Heaven, Pius XII points out that Mary deserves the title because she is Mother of God, because she is closely associated as the New Eve with Jesus' redemptive work, because of her preeminent perfection, and because of her intercessory power. Reflection As Saint Paul suggests in Romans 8:28–30, God has predestined human beings from all eternity to share the image of his Son. All the more was Mary predestined to be the mother of Jesus. As Jesus was to be king of all creation, Mary, in dependence on Jesus, was to be queen. All other titles to queenship derive from this eternal intention of God. As Jesus exercised his kingship on earth by serving his Father and his fellow human beings, so did Mary exercise her queenship. As the glorified Jesus remains with us as our king till the end of time (Matthew 28:20), so does Mary, who was assumed into heaven and crowned queen of heaven and earth. Learn more about the Queenship of Mary! Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Friday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time Memorial of the Queenship of Mary; the feast was established by Pope Pius XII in 1954; Mary's queenship is a share in Jesus' kingship; this observance is a logical followup to the Assumption, celebrated just one week later Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 8/22/25 Gospel: Matthew 22:34-40

“Assumption is the enemy of direction.” In this message, we see; the life of assumption, the lack of stillness, the lack of joy, and several other factors that can hinder divine guidance and direction in our lives.

Dr. Tom Curran encourages listeners to have a Marian attitude and talks about the octave between the Assumption of Mary and the Queenship of Mary. Tom reflects on The Cleansing of a Leper. (Mark 1: 40-45)

The Assumption of Our Lady into Heaven was the effect of the way that she lived her life and, particularly, three moments of her life: the moment of Our Lady's conception, the moment she became Mother of God, and the moment of her Son's death.Immaculate ConceptionThe moment of her conception is important because it is the first moment of her existence, the time of the creation of her soul and the making of her body. It was the first moment of the existence of the body that would one day rise from the dead and be taken up to Heaven.We know that the most important aspect of this moment is that God preserved her entire person from sin. Her body was taken from two souls afflicted by original sin, Joachim and Anna, but God prevented her soul from contracting any sin. As a result, we can speak of her body as being sinless as well, as having no contact with sin.You know that sin is the thing that causes death. And death is the thing that causes the corruption and destruction of our body. But God prevented this cause of death from touching Our Lady, at the first moment of her existence.Mother of GodThis blessed creature, who was conceived without any sin, began to grow up. She maintained the purity of body and soul that God had given to her. She was perfectly faithful to her gifts. She did not commit any sin. She lived in humble submission to God.This behavior, this holiness prepared her to become God's mother. It prepared her to receive into her body God Himself. And of course, that was what happened on the day of the Annunciation. Her body changed. God both came inside of her and gave her the power to form His body from her body.Her pure body became the source of the body of God.Co-RedemptrixOur Lord was born and she named Him Jesus or Savior, because He was to save the world from its sins by an act of Redemption.

Fri. August 15, 2025, Solemnity of the Assumption: "Mary, the Ark of the Covenant" -Rev. John Kerns, Pastor

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, body and soul, into heaven was something which God did. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.

What do Anglicans believe about Mary, the mother of Jesus? This edition of Ask the Church explores the Anglican view by asking three key questions: What must we believe? What may we believe? And what do we set aside as inconsistent with Scripture and tradition? From Mary's role as Theotokos (God-bearer) to questions about perpetual virginity, the Assumption, and the Immaculate Conception, this teaching shows how Anglicans honor Mary as the greatest of the saints while keeping Christ at the center. Listen now to gain clarity on this important aspect of Christian faith and tradition.

Patrick jumps into the summer pledge drive with a heartfelt prayer, inviting listeners to call in and share their struggles, questions, and triumphs. A call from Don in Arizona sparks a raw conversation about faith, loneliness, and returning to the Church, while Tom from Philadelphia seeks advice on discussing Catholicism with LDS missionaries using everyday encounters. Along the way, gratitude flows from listener emails and Patrick stresses the importance of supporting Relevant Radio to keep hope and honest conversation alive. Don - I am a hard time dealing with my feelings and connecting with other people. It is just getting harder and harder. What can I do? (01:13) Hilary (email) - How fruitful is daily Mass if you can't receive the Eucharist? (19:14) Tom - I met some LDS missionaries. I think the Great Apostasy would make Jesus a liar. How can I talk to these guys about not giving up my faith? How can I be friends with them? (27:32) Ben - As a Catholic, I know I am required that I am supposed to believe in the Assumption. How was her soul reunited with her body? (39:22)

Sermon delivered on the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 2025, in Richmond, Texas, by Rev. Tobias Bayer. Epistle: Eccl. 29, 11-13. Gospel: St. Luke 10, 38-42.

Homily from St. Daniel on August 15.

An explanation of the significance of Mary's bodily assumption.

The Assumption - The Dignity of the Body by Fr. Josh Waltz

Thursday 14th August: The Assumption of Mary by St Martin's Voices

From the Archive! Did Mary know Jesus would be sacrificed? Did she know she was created to be Queen? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis explore insights on the Catholic Church's teaching on Mary, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

August 16th, 2025 - We celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption yesterday. It's famously the most recent dogma of the church to be defined, though it was believed from the earliest days of Christianity. But what does it mean to us today and at the hour of our death?

The Feast of the Assumption is not a quaint Catholic tradition. Mary, the New Eve, was taken body and soul into Heaven, preserved from corruption, crowned in glory, and placed beside her Son as Queen. This truth is not optional for us as Catholic men. It is a dogma of the Church. And it is a challenge.Fr. Dom takes you deep into the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Drawing from Scripture, the early Church Fathers, and Pope Pius XII's declaration of the dogma in 1950, he unpacks why this feast matters for men right now. Mary shows us what it means to receive Christ, act with zeal, and go into the world with courage and conviction. Her life was not passive; she moved with the Holy Spirit and lived in complete fidelity to God.This is not simply about Mary. It's about your mission as a Catholic man. Do you go out into the world bringing Christ, or do you sit idly by while the faith is mocked, minimized, or ignored? The Assumption confronts us with the reality that if Mary, fully human, can triumph by God's grace, then so can we. But it requires action, faith, and sacrifice.Fr. Dom also highlights the unity of Mary's four dogmas:Mary, Mother of GodPerpetual VirginityImmaculate ConceptionThe AssumptionEach one reveals her unique role in salvation history and points us to Christ. Rejecting these truths is rejecting Christ Himself, because every Marian dogma magnifies His power and glory.As Catholic men, we cannot afford to remain lukewarm. Mary went in haste. She lived with urgency. And she calls us to do the same.The Challenge Issued in This Episode: Stop hiding your faith. Let the world know you are Catholic. If Mary could go forth with zeal after receiving Christ, then you too must rise and carry Him into your family, workplace, and community.Powerful Quotes from the Episode:“Mary received the Body of Christ—and she went. She moved. She did something. Are we compelled by the Holy Spirit the way she was?”“There are no first-class relics of Mary because her body was assumed into Heaven. Her tomb is empty.”“The Assumption is not just about Mary's incorruptibility—it's about her triumph over death, united with her Son. And that victory is the promise for us too.”Key Takeaway for Men: Live with urgency. Like Mary, do not sit idle after receiving Christ in the Eucharist. Move in haste, filled with the Holy Spirit, and bring Christ boldly into the world.If you are ready to stop being passive in your faith and start living as a man on fire for Christ, this episode will challenge and inspire you.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Fr. Pierre Konja - Feast of The Assumption of Mary 2025 by Chaldean Diocese

Homily for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary by Fr. Stephen Hamilton.Reading 1 Revelation 11:19A; 12:1-6A, 10ABResponsorial Psalm Psalm 45:10, 11, 12, 16Reading II 1 Corinthians 15:20-27Gospel Luke 1:39-56

The dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary tells us not only about the life of Mary but also about herself, who will follow in her footsteps. We, too, will be in heaven body and soul, healed of every impurity and blemish, finally the person that we've always wanted to be and the beautiful creature God created us to be!

Deacon Brandon Elias - Feast of The Assumption of Mary 2025 by Chaldean Diocese

Live from Dublin, Ireland, Father Richard Hendrick, OFM Cap. Provincial Minister of Irish Capuchin Province, joins guest-host Brooke Taylor for a mini-retreat. We explore traditions for the Assumption and Dormition of Mary, the blessing of herbs, and the Lent of St. Michael. Father also touches on contemplative ways to cope with seasonal stress.

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on August 15, 2025. The readings are from 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2, Psalm 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14, 1 Corinthians 15:54b-57 & Luke 11:27-28. — Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

Friends of the Rosary,The feast days of Mary mark the mysteries of her life and her part in the work of redemption.Yesterday, we observed her glorious Assumption. This event means God's crowning of Mary as she ended her earthly life and entered eternity.But the central mystery of her life and person is her divine motherhood, celebrated both at Christmas and a week later (January 1) on the feast of the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.The Immaculate Conception (December 8) marks the preparation for that motherhood, so that she had the fullness of grace from the first moment of her existence, untouched by sin.The Assumption completes God's work in her since it was not fitting that the flesh that had given life to God himself should ever undergo decay or corruption.The feast turns our eyes to eternity, where we will follow when our earthly life is over.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play

On today's episode, Johnnette Williams gives glory to God our Lady on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and for EWTN on their 44th anniversary!

Homily from the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary God had no backup plan after Mary. The Assumption of Mary is the reality that Our Lady was taken up entirely into Heaven. This is, in some ways, the fulfillment of her entire life. Since she belonged totally to God, she was brought totally to God. Mass Readings from August 15, 2025:Revelation 11:19A; 12:1-6A, 10AB Psalm 45:10, 11, 12, 16 1 Corinthians 15:20-27 Luke 1:39-56

In this episode, we Tim Staples and Cy Kellett tackle every major objection to the assumption of Mary. In this discussion, they also address objections regarding the early Church’s mention of Mary’s Assumption, providing a comprehensive look at this significant topic. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:20 – Is the Assumption of Mary a dogma? 07:55 – Why do we believe in the Assumption? 21:00 – Scriptural evidence for the Assumption 45:25 – Objection: the early Church does not mention Mary's Assumption.

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Patrick answers pressing questions from listeners, ranging from whether Judas’ betrayal had to happen for Christ’s crucifixion to practical struggles like being distracted by phones at Mass or how to approach a parent remarried outside the Church. He mixes clear Church teaching with plainspoken encouragement, reminding callers about God’s timeless perspective, the meaning behind Catholic discipline, and how to find spiritual focus even amid modern distractions. Forgiveness, confession, feast days, and the placement of statues at church come up, each explored with real-life examples and a dash of humor. Alex - Was Judas betrayal required for the fulfillment of the prophecies? (00:49) Elizabeth - I sometimes go to a Spanish mass, and don't understand anything. I don't even know if it's a valid mass for me. Is it still valid? (06:37) Eva - Some churches give out 'The Word Among Us” for Mass readings or the USCCB Website and she could follow it in English. (15:13) Elena (email) – Is it okay to ask for an anointment of the sick just in case something happened on my flight? (18:49) Adam (email) - Can we eat meat today on the Feast of the Assumption of Mary? (23:34) Juan - What does he think about Churches that, instead of having the crucifix in the center behind the altar, they have an image or statue of Mary? Why not Jesus on the side? (27:39) Christina - Do Christians forgive but not forget? (33:15) Mary - Could you explain how are we supposed to talk to our parents who are taking the Eucharist even though they are married outside the Church? (44:29) Kathy - We have to forgive but never forget the lessons that caused the problem. (47:01)

The Little Sisters of the Poor are under attack once again, this time from a federal court in Philadelphia. Underage abortions are occurring in Fairfax county, Americans aren't drinking, and recent college grads can't find jobs. Finally, a man in DC was arrested for assaulting an officer… with a sandwich? All this and more on the LOOPcast!TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Happy feast of the Assumption!03:47 – Little Sisters of the Poor Lose?23:37 – Underage Abortions in Fairfax34:24 – Good News!44:50 – Change the finance model?47:54 – Low Drinking Rate54:40 – No jobs for young men?58:19 – Twilight Zone1:09:40 – Closing PrayerEMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.orgSUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Msgr. Esseff reflects on the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and what death really means. Reading 21 COR 15:20-27 Brothers and sisters: Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through man, the resurrection of the dead came also through man. For just as in Adam all die, so too in Christ shall all be brought to life, but each one in proper order: Christ the firstfruits; then, at his coming, those who belong to Christ; then comes the end, when he hands over the Kingdom to his God and Father, when he has destroyed every sovereignty and every authority and power. For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. The last enemy to be destroyed is death, for “he subjected everything under his feet.” The post The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary by Dr. Shane Owens. Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Solemnity, Holy Day of Obligation First Reading: Revelation 11: 19a; 12: 1-6a, 10ab Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 45: 10, 11, 12, 16 Second Reading: First Corinthians 15: 20-27 Gospel: Luke 1: 39-56   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com To encounter Christ in Scripture and share Him with others. Join us at stpaulcenter.com/memberships 

Mary's proclamation of praise inspires us to rejoice in the saving power of God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #622) August 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Today's Topics: 1) Gospel - Luke 1:39-56 - Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the Fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.” And Mary said: “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for He has looked with favor on His lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me and holy is His Name. He has mercy on those who fear Him in every generation. He has shown the strength of His Arm, and has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich He has sent away empty. He has come to the help of His servant Israel for He has remembered His promise of mercy, the promise He made to our fathers, to Abraham and his children forever.” Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2) Religion, family values, and patriotism, https://www.rt.com/russia/621911-schoolchildren-to-study-spiritual-and/ 3) 20 fascinating facts about Pope Leo that will make you love him even more 20Fascinating Facts About Pope Leo XIV 4) The supernatural and the Assumption https://spiritdailyblog.com/apparitions/the-supernatural-and-the-assumption

(3:04) Bible Study: 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2 Why was David a man after God’s heart? Didn’t he do a lot of bad things? Luke 11:27-28 Why do we call Mary blessed? (17:05) Break 1 (18:09) Letters: Father answers questions about the meaning of the word scribe, how do you know if you should stop praying for something, and he answers questions about the history of communion in the hand. (36:51) Beak 2 (37:26) Word of the Day: Desert (38:37) Phones: Claire - I understand that the gospel is read because it is the teaching of Christ, but what about the 1st and 2nd reading? What are they for? Chris - What is the meaning of the word 'Selah' in the Psalms? Peter - If David was a 'man after God's own heart, how can we believe this when he was an adulterer and a murderer? Larry - Do you have any thoughts on Catholic colleges which are Catholic in name only?

Let us ask our mother Mary, who has been assumed into heaven, to help us get into heaven. Mary, help us to be lovers after the Heart of your Son. A meditation by Father Timothy Uhen.

Father explains what the Assumption is and how it is a sign of hope.

Gospel Luke 1:39-56 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.” And Mary said: “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him in every generation. He has shown the strength of his arm, and has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel for he has remembered his promise of mercy, the promise he made to our fathers, to Abraham and his children forever.” Mary remained with her about three months and then returned to her home. Reflection I want to talk about the feast of the assumption. Mary did not die a physical death, but she was fully human. And her destiny was to one day be with God in heaven. A feminine figure standing next to Jesus and God. And between them is flowing the love of the Holy Spirit, and what she does over and over again is breaks into our imaginations, into our world, with message after message that flows from her heart. She cares. She worries about us. She encourages us. She's always there to help. What a gift. What a beautiful way for the one who brought God into the world. That she now stands with him. Closing Prayer Father, bless us with the awareness of the fullness of all that we are taught about who you are and how the world works. To have one of our own. One human being in heaven working for us. Loving us. Teaching us is such a gift. Help us never to lose sight of it. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full Text of ReadingsSolemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Lectionary: 621, 622The Saint of the day is Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryThe Story of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary On November 1, 1950, Pope Pius XII defined the Assumption of Mary to be a dogma of faith: “We pronounce, declare and define it to be a divinely revealed dogma that the immaculate Mother of God, the ever Virgin Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul to heavenly glory.” The pope proclaimed this dogma only after a broad consultation of bishops, theologians and laity. There were few dissenting voices. What the pope solemnly declared was already a common belief in the Catholic Church. We find homilies on the Assumption going back to the sixth century. In following centuries, the Eastern Churches held steadily to the doctrine, but some authors in the West were hesitant. However by the 13th century there was universal agreement. The feast was celebrated under various names—Commemoration, Dormition, Passing, Assumption—from at least the fifth or sixth century. Today it is celebrated as a solemnity. Scripture does not give an account of Mary's assumption into heaven. Nevertheless, Revelation 12 speaks of a woman who is caught up in the battle between good and evil. Many see this woman as God's people. Since Mary best embodies the people of both Old and New Testaments, her assumption can be seen as an exemplification of the woman's victory. Furthermore, in 1 Corinthians 15:20, Paul speaks of Christ's resurrection as the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. Since Mary is closely associated with all the mysteries of Jesus' life, it is not surprising that the Holy Spirit has led the Church to believe in Mary's share in his glorification. So close was she to Jesus on earth, she must be with him body and soul in heaven. Reflection In the light of the Assumption of Mary, it is easy to pray her Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55) with new meaning. In her glory she proclaims the greatness of the Lord and finds joy in God her savior. God has done marvels to her and she leads others to recognize God's holiness. She is the lowly handmaid who deeply reverenced her God and has been raised to the heights. From her position of strength she will help the lowly and the poor find justice on earth, and she will challenge the rich and powerful to distrust wealth and power as a source of happiness. Learn more about the Assumption of Mary! Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

The great saint Alphonsus Liguori shows his great love of Mary in his prayer about her Assumption into Heaven. The transcription for this Podcast can be found at https://www.ourcatholicprayers.com/Alphonsus-Liguori-On-The-Assumption-of-Mary.html ADDITIONAL LINKS FOR MARIAN PRAYERS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: The Our Catholic Prayers Page on the Assumption of Mary Hail Mary Hail Holy Queen Miraculous Medal Prayers How to Pray the Rosary  

Discover the biblical roots of the Assumption and why Mary is crowned Queen of Heaven.Morning Offering, August 15, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

Read Online“My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me and holy is his Name.”  Luke 1:46–49Today we celebrate one of seventeen different memorials, feasts and solemnities in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary that are found on the Roman Liturgical Calendar. Today's celebration is one of the four great Solemnities by which our Blessed Mother is honored. Obviously, no other person other than our Lord is honored and celebrated with as much solemnity as the Mother of God.The Solemnity of the Assumption honors the fact that when the Blessed Virgin Mary completed her life on earth, she was taken body and soul into Heaven to be with her resurrected Son so as to adore the Most Holy Trinity forever. It's an amazing fact to consider that she retains her body and soul, united as one in Heaven, in anticipation of that glorious day when the new Heavens and Earth will be created and when all the faithful will rise so as to live in a new bodily form forever with God.Though this dogma of our faith had been held and believed by the faithful from the earliest times of our Church, especially since it was witnessed by those closest to our Blessed Mother at the time of her glorious Assumption, it wasn't until November 1, 1950, that Pope Pius XII solemnly proclaimed it to be so, raising this teaching of our faith to the level of a dogma, meaning, it must be held and believed by all. In part, the Holy Father declared, “...we pronounce, declare, and define it to be a divinely revealed dogma: that the Immaculate Mother of God, the ever Virgin Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory.”The Gospel passage quoted above comes from the beginning of Mary's song of praise, her Magnificat, by which she not only gives the greatest glory to God but also reveals who she is. She is the one whom “all generations” will call “blessed.” She is the one for whom “the Almighty has done great things.” She is the one who will eternally proclaim “the greatness of the Lord” and whose spirit will forever rejoice in God her Savior. And she is that lowliest of servants whom God has raised up to the greatest glory.Reflect, today, with the whole Church, upon the Most Glorious Ever-Virgin Mary who was conceived without sin, remained sinless throughout her life, and was taken body and soul into Heaven where she now adores the Most Holy Trinity and intercedes for you and for the whole Church. This is a Solemnity of great rejoicing! Share in this joy with the whole Church and with all the saints in Heaven! Most glorious and Ever-Virgin Mary, I rejoice today with you and with the whole Church for the most glorious things that God has done for you. You are beauty beyond beauty, Immaculate in every way, and worthy of our deepest love. As you now share body and soul in the glories of Heaven, please pray for me and for all your dear children on earth. Cover us with your mantle of love and pour forth the mercy of God upon us always. Mother Mary, assumed into Heaven, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Peter Paul Rubens, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.