Today we celebrate the Memorial of the presentation of
Mary in the Temple. The Memorial of the presentation of
Mary in the Temple is not found
in the Bible but from sources other than the Bible, which we call "Sacred Tradition." It is found in an
extra-biblical source called the Infancy Narrative of James. In that text, Mary's parents, Joachim and Anne had been childless, but
then they received a message from heaven that they would have a child.
In thanksgiving, they brought the child Mary to the Temple to consecrate
her to the Lord. It is believed that Mary remained in the Temple to be
formed and prepared for her role as the Mother of God. This feast shows
that even in her childhood Mary was completely dedicated to God.
From
this Memorial, we are reminded of our presentation, dedication and
consecration to God when we were baptised. We were transformed to be God's chosen children, and
our duty is to go forth to preach the Good News and to present our lives
as an offering that is pleasing to God. Just as Mary fulfilled her
mission to bring Jesus Christ into the world, we too are called, chosen
and sent to fulfil our mission in bringing His message into the world.
Are we following Mary's example and doing our part earnestly, diligently
and joyfully?
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