The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Memorial
Other Celebrations for this Day:
Introduction
There is no indication whatsoever in the scriptures that Mary was presented in the Temple. But this pious legend wants to convey something real: that Mary followed her Son, that her mentality and attitude were those of Jesus, and that, like her Son, she was entirely set on seeking God’s will in everything. She was a true relative of Jesus, also mentally, spiritually, in the spirit of the gospel of today.
Opening Prayer
Almighty God,
You know and you love us;
Like Mary we know that whatever happens to us
We are in your hands.
Wherever you lead us,
you know where you want us to go.
We ask you for trust and faith.
Make your will our will,
that you may lead us to your home
under the guidance of him
Who did your will in everything
Jesus Christ our Lord.
Prayers of the Faithful
Prayer over the Gifts
Almighty Father,
this bread and this wine
are signs that with Jesus and with Mary
we are ready to seek your will.
Allow us to share his table
as his brothers and sisters
and to follow him on his loyal way
to you, our God forever.
Prayer after Communion
Lord, our God and Father,
With Mary we want to be
your true relatives, your mother,
your brothers, your sisters.
Make us capable of seeking your will
with the eagerness of Mary,
who did all the common tasks uncommonly well
because she knew she was serving you
as she served Jesus and his mission
with all that was in her.
Grant this through Christ our Lord.