And we want it, O Mary. We ask it of you, we beg for it, O loving Mother. (W. Giaquina)
“On this foundation of Mary's love and powerful intercession for us we base the confidence we need not only for our own sanctification but also for our programs of holiness and apostolate for others.” “Moreover, the devotion to our Mother of Trust must be regarded as the remedy for discouragement, sadness, and depression - factors that may easily happen in spiritual life. We shall call these states of heart the poison of spiritual life, for they undermine its very essence. We may confidently turn to Mary for the help we need to overcome these attitudes, for Mary will supply the strength that we lack and the courage we need for the journey - she will be our dear Mother and companion.” (Giaquinta, Program of Spiritual Life)
A Closer Look at Our Lady of Trust:
“I asked the Franciscan sisters in Via Giusti - who were the ones who painted the images of Mary of Trust in the Seminary- to introduce the new element of the heart in the same image of Mary of Trust.
Several people helped, but I was not satisfied with the paintings. Finally the image that we have was painted: it is the original picture of our Lady of Trust with the Son pointing to Mary’s heart. Even though the image did not perfectly respond to what I was dreaming for, I was happy with it.” (W. Giaquinta)
"Just like the Patriarch of the People of God, so too Mary, during the pilgrimage of her filial and maternal fiat, 'in hope believed against hope.' Especially during certain stages of this journey the blessing granted to her 'who believed' will be revealed with particular vividness. To believe means 'to abandon oneself' to the truth of the word of the living God, knowing and humbly recognizing 'how unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways' (Rom. 11:33)." (John Paul II, Redemptoris Mater, 26)
Please join the Pro Sanctity Movement as we turn to the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Trust and ask her for the trust to become saints! Please also pray for the preparation of the General Assembly of the Institute of the Apostolic Oblates. Pay attention words or phrases from the prayer today and let it lead you into an intimate dialogue with Mary, one that takes place between a mother and a child. Please share your reflection and graces under comments.
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