Greetings on this the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Readings: Zep 3:14-18a; Isaiah 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; Lk 1:39-56
Summary
Elizabeth and John were filled with Joy.
Mary was filled with Joy.
The Lord is filled with Joy.
The LORD, your God, is in your midst. He will rejoice over you with gladness, and renew you in his love, He will sing joyfully because of you, as one sings at festivals.
We are invited to experience the same Joy.
With joy you will draw water from the fountains of salvation (Isa 12:3).
Reflection
I cannot say it enough. The LORD is filled with Joy you were born!
He sings of you, roundabout you and for you.
Personal Reflection
The Joyful reflections of the Holy Rosary are a favorite for me. So personal, so joyful and so blessed. Try it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WShVugWWOx0
First Reading
He will rejoice over you with gladness, and renew you in his love, He will sing joyfully because of you, as one sings at festivals.
Responsorial
Among you is the great and Holy One of Israel.
Gospel Acclamation
Blessed are you, O Virgin Mary, who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.
Gospel
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said,…
For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy.
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry