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There are several ways Mary found herself destined for something special:
I. At The Anunciation
At the Anunciation, the archangel Gabriel told her she would give birth to the Son of God - certainly something special! :) (See Luke 1:26-38)
II. In Her Magnificat
Mary's canticle, or song, is her humble way of thanking and glorifying God for allowing her to choose her destiny to be the Mother of God. (See Luke 1:46-55)
III. In The Presentation Of Jesus At The Temple
As early as when Jesus was an infant, Mary learned that she was destined to have the choice to share intimately in the passion and suffering of her Son Jesus. Simeon tells her that a sword will pierce her so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed. (See Luke 2:34-35) This is one of the many things she "pondered in her heart." (Luke 2:51)
IV. At The Foot Of The Cross
While on the Cross, "Jesus saw His mother and the disciple there whom He loved", and told her "Woman, behold, your son." (John 19:26). Christ's love for His disciples is not limited, of course, to the one beloved disciple at the Cross - all Christians are disciples whom Jesus loves. In this way Mary beholds every Christian as a beloved disciple - as a beloved spiritual son or daughter to whom she extends her motherly love, care, prayer and intercession.
In this sense, Mary became aware that Jesus was calling her from the Cross to be the Mother of the Church - the spiritual Mother of all Christians.
REFERENCES
New American Bible, Revised Edition. (Saint Benedict Press: Charlotte, NC. 2011)
What else can I help you with?
Who canonized Saint Mary mother of Jesus?
Mary was not canonized. She was created a saint by God since she was destined to become the mother of His son.
Will Mary return to earth?
Unlikely, given that she no longer has a physical body and the earth is destined to be destroyed.
What has the author Mary Kemper Cohen written?
Mary Kemper Cohen has written: 'Survival guide for the first-year special education teacher' -- subject(s): Handbooks, manuals, etc, Handbooks, manuals, Teaching, Special education teachers, First year teachers
Why is Mary special?
Because the name is associated with the Virgin Mary.
When was There's Something About Mary released?
There's Something About Mary was released on 07/15/1998.
What is the duration of There's Something About Mary?
The duration of There's Something About Mary is 1.98 hours.
Who was the first film actor?
In 1895, Edison Pictures used professional actors for the first time. The film, _Execution of Mary Stuart_, was also the first film to employ special effects.
When was There's Something About Mary created?
There's Something About Mary was created on 1998-07-15.
What was the Production Budget for There's Something About Mary?
The Production Budget for There's Something About Mary was $22,000,000.
What is Mary Cassatt's first painting called?
We cannot know. It was something she painted in art school and is now forgotten.
Why is Mary mackillop special?
she cared for the poor
Did God grant Mary special powers?
no
