August 15, 2023: Solemnity of the Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary

God chose Mary to have a special role in salvation history, bearing His Son into the world.

Despite the uncertainties of becoming the Mother of God, Elizabeth declared her blessed, and Mary responded by magnifying the Lord.

Through the Son, we have life through His Resurrection.  He is the firstfruits of those who rise from the dead.

This promise applies to all disciples of Jesus Christ, including Mary, the first disciple.

God has indeed conquered death, and He does it through the living reality of the Resurrection in us.

30 years ago today was a glorious day in the Denver Metro Area when Pope St. John Paul II celebrated the World Youth Day 1993 Closing Mass at Cherry Creek State Park.  WYD certainly breathed new life and faith into those gathered.