Mothers probably have the greatest vocation ever. Motherhood is not a job. If it were, it would probably rank as the worst job in history. No, motherhood is a vocation, a calling to something much much greater than simply a job. It is a life ordained by God and dedicated to someone beyond herself, a life of self-emptying love, pouring herself out for the sake of her children, that they might grow up to be patient, kind, generous, wise, prudent, conscientious, peaceful, gentle, humble, well-rounded, joyful, faithful, hopeful, and loving. (and sharply dressed) Motherhood cannot be bought or sold, as some try to do. Motherhood cannot be undignified, as some want to see it. Motherhood cannot be replaced, as some think is possible. Motherhood is priceless. Motherhood is dignified. Motherhood is irreplaceable. A mom’s “no” comes from a greater “yes.” A yes to life; a yes to Goodness; a yes to Beauty; a yes to Truth; and a yes to Love. Motherhood is a sign from God himself to the world to see what godliness looks like lived out each and every single day from the smallest to the greatest of things.
There’s a reason we Catholics honor Jesus’ mother Mary the way we do. She’s the Mother of God. Christ willed that she be his mother, and if he, who is God eternal, is so humble as to call her his mother, so should we. Since he honors her in heaven, we honorher on earth. Motherhood was dignified as greatest vocation in Christ’s incarnation. Mothers have the special dignity of sharing in Mary’s vocation of Motherhood. The more they live the greatest vocation on earth, the closer we come to Christ.
So thank your mom today, listen to her and imitate her for the rest of the year.
Written by: Marty Arlinghaus
So thank your mom today, listen to her and imitate her for the rest of the year.
Written by: Marty Arlinghaus
