“The Master calls you”: Martha said these words to Magdalene, when the latter wept upon Lazarus’ tomb. Seemingly, the Master was more interested about Magdalene’s whereabouts than in Lazarus’ death. Seemingly He says: “Consecrated soul, stand up, do not cry for human things”.
The one that wishes to pray must imitate our Divine Mother. She has to be our model of prayer, our true Teacher of prayer.
In the Gospel, the Virgin Mary gives a perfect pattern of prayer: Cana Wedding.
Today, in such solemn day for this Community, words are unnecessary, but I must say some words to these two Ladies.
Renunciation cannot be expressed. It is better not to speak of Renunciation.