31 May | The Paradox of Blessedness: Mary & Elizabeth's Story – A Powerful Homily for the Visitation
📖 Scripture Focus: Luke 1:39-56 (The Visitation) – Mary brings Christ to Elizabeth in a miraculous encounter of joy and prophetic blessing.
🙏 Homily by Fr. Louis Morrone, OP – A profound reflection on how true blessedness combines both joy and sorrow, just as Mary and Elizabeth experienced in their miraculous pregnancies.
📌 Key Takeaways:
✔️ Why Mary’s visit to Elizabeth was more than a family reunion – it was a divine mission
✔️ The paradox of blessedness: How joy and suffering coexist in God’s plan (Mary’s joy at the Annunciation vs. her sorrow at the Cross)
✔️ Elizabeth’s miracle: Facing societal shame with faith (Luke 1:25)
✔️ Why "nothing is impossible with God" (Luke 1:37) applies to your struggles today
📜 Related Verses:
* "Blessed are you among women!" (Luke 1:42)
* "My soul magnifies the Lord!" (Luke 1:46)
* "For nothing will be impossible with God." (Luke 1:37)
💬 Discussion Questions:
* When have you experienced God’s blessing in a time of sorrow?
* What "impossible" situation do you need to entrust to Mary’s intercession today?
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