December 31st, 2005

January 1: Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who with purity unstained wast found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world was unable to contain enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man. –Gradual, Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1945

Happy New Year! Wishing you all many blessings in 2006!