By

Margaret Bryant

Text of Reflection:  
December 8, 2007

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception     December 8, 2007

                                                                        reflection by  Margaret Bryant

Immaculate Conception----God prepares Mary for her unique Mission by creating her soul in flawless purity!

We journey constantly  on the road to many Bethlehems.

Mary leads.

She left  an echo of "Yes" to show us the way.

Silently,

No hum of commerce or trade

drowning the grace-filled moments of the journey.

Mary sang the new song—"Yes"

In stillness

Making room for God's whispers

Mary hears: Be not afraid; you have found favor with God.

So often we are confused and frightened.

God's voice is dimmed in the shouts of our anxiety.

As Mary, we show Jesus to the world.

We name Him:

Jesus, Do I name you in my actions?

Jesus, is your name on my thoughts?

Jesus, do I answer you, "Yes"?

I too am the servant of the Lord.

Be it done to me

According to the Word!

In simple, uncluttered stillness

We are.

Mary is.

Onward to Bethlehem

Singing a new Song—"Yes"