The word “Pentecost” literally means “50th,” as in the 50th day following the Easter vigil. It may seem strange to name one of our high holy days in this way. Why have we been counting days since Jesus’ Resurrection? Has the Resurrection inaugurated something we’re supposed to wait for?
Read MoreMary bore Christ, not just through pain of pregnancy and the challenges of raising a child, but in the fullness of motherhood - in the great anguish of losing her child.
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