It's the Blessed Mother's birthday today and what a good way to start the workweek - with an early morning mass. Jerry and I heard mass to celebrate the special Marian occasion....



Prayers to the Blessed Virgin Mary



Father of mercy, give your people help and strength from heaven. The birth of the Virgin Mary's Son was the dawn of our salvation. May the celebration of her birthday bring us closer to lasting peace. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen



Our Father – Hail Mary – Glory be to the Father.