8 September 2025
Feast of the Nativity of Mary,
Micah 5:1-4a; Matthew 1:1-16,18-23
Homily
The Gospels are very discreet about the Virgin Mary. Whenever she is mentioned, it is to show her place and role in the major stages of the mystery of Salvation. She is there on the day of the Annunciation to say her ‘Yes’ and receive the Son of the Eternal Father in her womb. She will be there at several stages of her Son's public life, especially at the foot of the Cross and with the Apostles on the day of Pentecost.