Today we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the
Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a very
special day for many people and cultures.
I have fond memories of the procession I participated in as a child. All the little girls would put on their best
white dress and be given a simple blue cape to wear as we walked in solemn
procession behind the statue that the men carried. I remember always trying to go to the ocean
on this day to dip my feet into the water.
There are often gatherings at the beach on this day to bless the water
and place a wreath out in the ocean. As we
pray this day let us recall what a great blessing our Lady is for us. She has promised to intercede for us and will
always be with us. O Mary, conceived
without sin, pray for us who have recourse in thee.
Pat Schifini, OSU
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