I’ve always like the association between Mary and stars. Like the North star, and the star the Magi followed, she guides us home. If we chart our course by following her example, we will arrive safely in the port of Heaven.
Her last words to us, “Do whatever He tells you” are all we need to know. How simple the words; but, when you think of believing in the mystery of the Eucharist, how profound the words are.
She was by His side during His act of redemption; suffering along with Him as only a mother who loves can. It is a very empathetic bond and I’m sure she felt much of His pain. She never ceased following Him on His journey.
Now she shines like a star in Heaven: a symbol of the holiness possible to the most simple and humble of souls. I’m sad for those who can’t see the beauty of her soul, the importance of her example, and the sanctity of her message.
Evening Star who gathers everything
shining dawn scattered -
you bring the sheep and the goats,
you bring the child back to its mother.