Episode 2427: The Love and Humility of Mary's Immaculate Heart - Nightly Episode

“O my God, at the end of this day I thank You most heartily for all the graces I have received from You. I am sorry that I have not made better use of them. I am sorry for all the sins I have committed against You. Forgive me, O my God, and graciously protect me this night. Blessed Virgin Mary, my dear heavenly mother, take me under your protection. St. Joseph, my dear Guardian Angel, and all you saints in heaven, pray for me. Sweet Jesus, have pity on all poor sinners, and save them from hell. Have mercy on the suffering souls in purgatory. Amen”
The Love and Humility of Mary's Immaculate Heart
St. Teresa of Calcutta's prayer reveals her deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary:
"Mary, give me your Heart: so beautiful, so pure, so immaculate; your Heart so full of love and humility that I may be able to receive Jesus in the Bread of Life and love Him as you love Him and serve Him in the distressing guise of the poor."
In this prayer, we see the profound desire to emulate the virtues of Mary, particularly her love and humility. From a traditional Catholic perspective, the Immaculate Heart of Mary is a model for all believers. Mary's heart is beautiful, pure, and immaculate, reflecting her sinless nature and her perfect love for God and neighbor. Her heart, so full of humility, serves as the ideal vessel for receiving Jesus in the Eucharist.
As Catholics, we are called to receive Jesus in the Bread of Life with the same purity and devotion as Mary. This requires us to cultivate a heart that is free from sin and filled with love for Christ. By asking Mary to give us her heart, we are asking her to help us love Jesus as she does—completely, unconditionally, and selflessly. This love naturally extends to serving Christ in others, especially in the "distressing guise of the poor," as St. Teresa of Calcutta reminds us. Mary's example teaches us that true love for God must manifest in love for our neighbor, particularly those who are most in need.
The Power and Authority of Mary in Heaven and Earth
St. Louis De Montfort offers a powerful reflection on Mary's role in the divine plan:
"In the Heavens Mary commands the Angels and the blessed. As a recompense for her profound humility, God has empowered her and commissioned her to fill with saints the empty thrones from which the apostate angels fell by pride. The will of the Most High, who exalts the humble (LK. 1:52), is that Heaven, earth and Hell bend, with good will or bad will, to the commandments of humble Mary, whom He has made sovereign of Heaven and earth, general of His armies, treasurer of His treasures, dispenser of His graces, worker of His greatest marvels, restorer of the human race, Mediatrix of men, the exterminator of the enemies of God, and the faithful companion of His grandeurs and triumphs."

This powerful passage highlights the unique and exalted role of Mary in the economy of salvation. Because of her profound humility, God has raised her to the highest place, second only to Himself. She is sovereign over Heaven and earth, commanding the angels and dispensing God's graces to mankind. As Catholics, we recognize Mary as the Mediatrix of all graces, meaning that all the graces we receive from God are distributed through her hands.
This understanding deepens our devotion to Mary, knowing that she has been entrusted with such a vital role in our salvation. St. Louis De Montfort emphasizes that Mary is the "exterminator of the enemies of God" and the "faithful companion" of God's triumphs. This speaks to her active role in spiritual warfare, protecting the faithful from the snares of the devil and leading souls to Christ.
From a traditional Catholic perspective, our devotion to Mary is not just a pious practice but a necessary means of growing closer to God. By consecrating ourselves to Mary, we place ourselves under her powerful protection and guidance, trusting that she will lead us safely to her Son. As the "treasurer of His treasures" and the "dispenser of His graces," Mary is our most powerful advocate before God, and through her intercession, we can obtain all the graces necessary for our salvation.
Living Out Our Devotion to Mary
Reflecting on these profound teachings, we are called to deepen our devotion to Mary in our daily lives. This involves more than just saying prayers or attending Marian devotions; it requires us to imitate her virtues and seek her guidance in all that we do.
St. Teresa of Calcutta's prayer reminds us to approach the Eucharist with the same love and humility as Mary. This means preparing our hearts to receive Jesus, striving to live in a state of grace, and making acts of love and reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
St. Louis De Montfort's reflection calls us to recognize Mary's powerful role in our lives and the Church. By consecrating ourselves to her, we entrust our entire lives to her care, confident that she will lead us to Jesus and help us grow in holiness.
Conclusion
In today's episode, we've explored the beauty, humility, and power of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. St. Teresa of Calcutta's prayer invites us to receive Jesus with the same love and humility as Mary, while St. Louis De Montfort's reflection reminds us of Mary's exalted role in the divine plan. As we grow in our devotion to Mary, we draw closer to Jesus and become more effective instruments of His love and grace in the world.
Let us ask Mary to give us her heart—so that we may love Jesus as she does, serve Him in the poor, and live out our faith with the humility and trust that she exemplifies. Through her powerful intercession, may we be strengthened in our spiritual journey and attain the ultimate goal of union with Christ in Heaven.
Thank you for joining us today. May the Immaculate Heart of Mary guide and protect you always.