Virginity Simplified

Armodoxy for Today: Virginity Simplified

This week is one of preparation for the Feast of Assumption of the blessed Mother, Mary. Sometimes the story of St. Mary seems overwhelmingly complicated with supernatural events taking place, most notably her relationship with Joseph and subsequently Christ’s virgin birth. As such, the most important and fundamental message of her story might be overlooked.

Let’s take it from the beginning. St. Mary is at the top of the list of saints, because she said “Yes” to God’s request to bear Jesus Christ, Love Incarnate, the complete and full expression of Love.  As a saint, she is not worshipped but is one whose actions are to be followed and emulated.

The request God made of St. Mary is no different than the request He makes of you and me: bear Christ. Bear love. Bring Love into the world. Prepare yourself, with prayer, fasting and acts of charity. Clean, purge yourself of evil thoughts, hatred and prejudice so that love flows from you, freely. Virginity simplified.

Today’s one minute for Summertime.