*AS I BEGIN THIS DAY...* _09 June 2025_ Heavenly Father, as I begin this day, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude for the gift of Mary, Mother of the Church. As I recall how, from the Cross, Jesus entrusted His beloved disciple to His Mother and gave her to us as our own, I thank You for her tender care and maternal intercession. In her, You have given the Church a living icon of love, unity, and faithful discipleship. May I too stand close to the Cross each day, drawing strength from Your love revealed in Christ's sacrifice. Father, help me today to live under the mantle of Mary's protection and to imitate her humility and courage. May I, like her, ponder Your word deeply, surrender to Your will completely, and accompany others with compassion and faith. Through her prayers, may I remain faithful to Christ, united with the Church, and bear witness to Your saving love in all I say and do. Amen. ***** *Good Morning!* *Wish you a Happy Monday!*