My mother would wake me up and take me to church on Holy Saturday. She said, "We have to give the "pésame" to the Mother of God."
Condolences are hard. What do you say? We can google for words of condolences being sure they don't sound trite, insincere, or canned.
We all have lost loved ones and we relive the emotions over again. As we bring back our memories of loss, we can empathize with genuine grief.
The tomb was silent. The Savior, her Son, is dead. Grief stricken!! We stand and accompany her in her sorrow. She alone knew the full depth of His Love. Stay very close to her. She will teach us to pray.
Many who loved Jesus had uncontrollable grief and confusion.
Jesus is now visiting the dead holy souls whom He will release from Sheol. He is bringing the gift of salvation to them. Divine hope has arrived!
Today, spend time in silence. Pray to Mary, recite the seven sorrows rosary, say a regular rosary or spend time in contemplation. Unite your will to His and surrender as He loves. Share your sufferings with hers.
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