8th September – your birthday, O Queen of heaven, all say; The grace that filled your heart, aye, Gave us and world, a mighty day. O Maria Bambina! Daughter of Joachim and Anne; You acceded to God’s request Through angel Gabriel. You grew up in great piety; God chose you from amongst women A virgin … Read more
There is a place Where you feel safe There is a place Where evil cannot harm you. There is a place Where fear becomes impotent Where the diseased heart Is healed. Come to the mother’s lap Here you feel safe Here the evil in the world It is forgotten in a loving embrace. Come to … Read more
Today, we celebrate the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in body and soul to Heaven. Today —St. Bernard says—“the Virgin, full of glory, is taken up to heaven, showering the celestial beings with joy”. And he will add these precious words: “What a beautiful present the earth is today sending to heaven! With … Read more