Standing still

At moments such as these, when we bid farewell to the year that was and look forward to a year that lies ahead, it is appropriate that we take a moment to evaluate where we've been, where we're headed and where we are.

Some of us have or will soon adopt resolutions which we hope to use as benchmarks to signify changes that we'd like to effect, and others of us look for guidance as we consider ways to better some part of ourselves.

In the reflection offered to those who came to celebrate the Solemnity of the Mother of God today, I dared to dream that perhaps, just perhaps Mary can be of some assistance. Want to know more? Listen to the homily or read the text, then consider for yourself whether there is some habit that needs to be amended, some word that needs to be uttered, some luxury that can be done without, some way to change that will make us more aware of our call to serve others in need ... for we are all on this road together, making our way one day, one act, one word at a time.