Mary is Theotokos, the Mother of God
Daily Gospel Reflection on Veritas Catholic Network
Today’s Gospel reading is Matthew 14:13-21. It is the feast of the dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. This basilica was built after the Council of Ephesus in the year 431, when Mary was affirmed as the Theotokos, the Mother of God. Why build and celebrate the dedication of this Basilica? It helps remind us that Mary accompanies us by her intercession & prayer. In the Gospel today, the apostles bring to Jesus five loaves and two fish. In a certain way, they intercede just as Mary intercedes and prays for us, that we might receive the graces necessary for our lives. When we celebrate the dedication of a Church, we also remember the universality of the Church. Praised Be Jesus Christ!
About Podcast
Daily Gospel reflections that are under 3 minutes long so you get your daily dose of the Catholic Faith quickly! Fr. Sam reflects on the Catholic Mass readings from the day (Old Testament, New Testament, or Gospel) as well as the Saint of the day for his daily reflections. For more of Fr. Sam, check out ”the Tangent on Veritas Catholic Network” and ”Roar like the Lamb”.