Mary, Called to be Holy
The Litany to the Blessed Virgin Mary Mary, Called to be Holy CCC 2013-2014 ; 2028 ; 2813 To understand why the Church considers and calls Mary HOLY , we must know the word HOLINESS as part of Vocation, and our Spiritual Journey into the Life of Christ. I – The Call to be Holy! 1 . According to Vatican II, in the document titled, Lumen Gentium (Light of the Nations), Pope Paul VI writes, All Christians in any state or walk of life are called to the fullness of Christian life and to the perfection of charity. ( Para 40, 2 ) a. You and I are called to live fully for Jesus, and to show His Love that leads others to Christ. b. There is no excuse to living for Christ where your family, neighbor, or stranger can see you shine His life or light in your world. 2 . Jesus teaches His disciples, and us, the value of holiness is to Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Gospel of St Matthew 5:48 3 . PopePaul VI write...
