Springtime with Mary: Trust, Light, and Fertile Ground

Michie

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Living in the North, I have a particular fondness for springtime. From northern Ohio to Ontario, Canada — both places I’ve called home — winters can be harsh, but there is an unparalleled thrill when spring arrives. As it approaches, I pay close attention to the first buds and blooms and listen attentively to the birds who have returned from their winter reprieve. There is a swell of anticipation in the air that grows each day.

As I tune into nature, I wonder if Jesus is doing — or wants to do — similar things in my heart. This season, as I joyfully anticipate the life and light that summer will bring, I’m reflecting on three concepts that I’m learning from both the season and the Spirit. And with springtime containing the month of May, I’m reflecting on all of this with my Mother Mary.

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