The Cardinal Deputy Administrator of the Basilica of Notre Dame Major opened the Holy Door of the Temple
Vatican News
The Holy Door was opened amid the sound of the “Lost People” bell.
In his homily, the Cardinal explained the significance of the precious relics at St. Peter’s Basilica.
The bell “The Lost One” – the voice of the Mother of God calling us
First up is the “Lost Man” watch.
He explained that the sound of this bell not only indicates the hour and hour of prayer, but also transforms into sound the image traditionally attributed to Mary, that of her guide and signpost, Stella Maris ( Star Sea), illuminates the path in the dark night”.
Time – God’s creation
He continued: “Not only the “Lost Man” bell, but also the words of the Apostle Paul: ‘In the fullness of time God sent forth his Son, born of a woman’ (Gal 4:4 ), Today . . enlighten and guide our reflection on the Solemnity of Mary Mother of God and in the special situation of the opening of the Holy Door of this Pontifical Basilica.”
The Cardinal explained: “The fullness of time was when God became human and incarnated in the womb of the woman Mary. She is the path chosen by God; Mother is the destiny that many people and generations have prepared for.
The Cardinal noted that time is created by God.
However, the Cardinal emphasized, “people can never feel lost, misdirected or tired when spending time with God. The Virgin Mary is at the heart of these times: God wants to change history and our times through her, the Immaculate Conception.” elected person”.
Image of Mary Saving the Roman People – She recognized the times and the urgency of her children
The Cardinal continued his homily and reflected on the photoMary is the Savior of the Roman peopleand said that I was aware of the times and the urgency of my children.
“…She protects faith, protects relationships, saves in bad weather and protects from evil.
“How often the heart is a stormy sea, where waves of trouble overlap and winds of anxiety constantly blow! Mary is a safe ship in the midst of a great flood. Both ideas and technology do not bring us comfort and hope, no matter what we face from the Mother of God.
“Mary’s hands caress our lives, her mantle protects us, just as she protects us in her arms – the arms of one of us! – Baby Jesus in the manger.”
The Cardinal said that pilgrims passing through the Holy Door of St.
He emphasized that our coming to Mary is her coming to us and staying with us.
Holy Cradle – silent witness of the birth of Jesus.
Finally, the Cardinal spoke about the Holy Cradle honored in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Temple of St.
He remembered that the first Christian pilgrims to Jesus’ manger were shepherds.
This ancient temple worships St. Don’t be afraid but come to God.
All are called to the same hope
Concluding his homily, the Cardinal invited the congregation to pray for “the grace that this Jubilee Year will impel us to walk towards the Lord with authentic and sincere concern for our loved ones.” , for the poor, the sick, for those who follow the path of truth. , joy and peace.”
Because “We are all called to the same hope, without distinction. We can all walk on this joyful path of hope. Everyone! And Mary is here next to everyone, without exception, I always love all my children.”
Experience the closest and most loving love of a mother
And the Cardinal invited the community to accept the words of the Holy Father, in the decree announcing the Jubilee YearHope not to disappoint“invites pilgrims to Rome to stop at Marian shrines in the city and pray in honor of the Virgin Mary and ask for her protection.”
Entrust our lives and our time to the Mother of God
And the Cardinal ended with an invitation: “Today, at the beginning of the Holy Year, let us entrust our lives and our time to the Mother of God, so that she can lead us to Jesus: Timeliness, of all times, of each person. our.
