“Fidelity is not contrary to freedom . . . The marriage vow, expressed by the words ‘I do’, represents a gift of self that is freely given. Moreover, it implies a continuing renewal over the course of a lifetime.” (Dr. Donald DeMarco, The Heart of Virtue) Please share on social media. Print this entry
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Daily Catholic Quote — from Dr. Donald DeMarco
“Fidelity is not contrary to freedom . . . The marriage vow, expressed by the words ‘I do’, represents a gift of self that is freely given. Moreover, it implies a continuing renewal over the course of a lifetime.” (Dr. Donald DeMarco, The Heart of Virtue) Please share on social media. Print this entry
Knowing Mary Through the Bible: Mary’s Question — a Vow?
“How can this be since I do not know man?” (Lk. 1:34) Mary has only one question for the angel Gabriel. And it’s a question that provides a beautiful window into Our Lady’s unique spiritual life, but one we might overlook if we don’t read the Annunciation account carefully: Mary says to the angel, “How can this be since I […]
Knowing Mary Through the Bible: Mary’s Question — a Vow?
“How can this be since I do not know man?” (Lk. 1:34) Mary has only one question for the angel Gabriel. And it’s a question that provides a beautiful window into Our Lady’s unique spiritual life, but one we might overlook if we don’t read the Annunciation account carefully: Mary says to the angel, “How can this be since I […]
Knowing Mary Through the Bible: Mary’s Question — a Vow?
“How can this be since I do not know man?” (Lk. 1:34) Mary has only one question for the angel Gabriel. And it’s a question that provides a beautiful window into Our Lady’s unique spiritual life, but one we might overlook if we don’t read the Annunciation account carefully: Mary says to the angel, “How can this be since I […]
Knowing Mary Through the Bible: An Extraordinary Mother
“And he came to her and said, ‘Hail, full of grace. The Lord is with you!’” – Lk. 1:28 The angel Gabriel greeted Mary with a powerful opening line – but one that may escape the attention of many modern readers. For Catholics today, “The Lord is with you” may merely bring to mind the similar greeting we commonly hear […]