This morning at Holy Mass, Father LeRoy talked about our Blessed Mother bringing Baby Jesus to the Temple, and how she did it so quietly and perfectly—like she was just an ordinary mother, even though she was the Mother of God. He said that is real humility: doing what God asks without needing to be noticed, and not making excuses for yourself. Mary even followed a law that didn’t have to bind her, just because she loved God’s holy Will and wanted to give us a shining example.
Father LeRoy told us to think about how Mary didn’t worry much about what other people might think—she only cared about honoring God. He said, “If you want to be a true child of Mary, be obedient in the little things first.” That made me feel very small inside (but in a good way), because I can be so quick to explain myself when I don’t want to do something.
After dinner, Sister Mary Claire and I went down to the Creek because Sister had left a book in the cave that she needed. The whole cave was all fine and safe—buttoned up tight for winter, just the way we left it. It felt so peaceful in there, like the cave was holding its breath and praying. Sister found her book, and then I pulled one off the shelf too—one I forgot I had. It was the story of Shaggycoat’s grandfather.
We didn’t see Shaggycoat anywhere, so we walked over to his lodge, and it looked so solid with sticks and frozen earth packed all around. I knew right then he must be tucked away safe and sound in the middle of it all. It made me think of what Father LeRoy said—how the holiest things can be hidden and quiet, and still be strong.
Tonight I think I will start that story, and I’m going to try to read it in a humble way—like I’m just thankful to be allowed to know it.
My Resolution:
Today I will do what I’m supposed to do without excuses, and try to be quiet about it—like Mary.
Evening Prayer:
O Mary, humble Mother, please teach me to obey quickly and gladly, and to care more about God than about being praised. Keep Shaggycoat safe and warm in his lodge, and keep our cave safe too. Amen.
Love, Kathy
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