With Mary, getting out of our comfort zone!

When Mary said yes to becoming the mother of God, she embarked on a great adventure. Adventures are full of excitement, but also bring fear, uncertainty, and maybe even sorrow. Mary followed her Son through all the highs and lows of his life, including staying by his side during his death.

It is understandable that many of us are satisfied with our comfortable routines, but sometimes a bit of adventure, with all of its good and bad, is exactly what we need. Don’t be afraid to get out of your comfort zone!

Saying yes to a new goal can be daunting and it takes courage to commit to spiritual growth. Mary risked her whole life when she committed to her exceptional motherhood and was never the same. We still talk about her today, so her courage definitely made a difference not just to her, but to the entire world. She changed history by her lifelong commitment to her personal and spiritual goals. It truly is amazing how much each of us can affect the world around us for the better if we have the courage to say yes.

Fr. Michael Rennier, December 28, 2017

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