# Our Lady of Guadalupe: Seeking Healing Under Her Mantle
*2017-12-11*

> Bill reflects on a papal reading about Our Lady of Guadalupe, asking how we can combat evil in our homes and workplaces, and offers a prayer for peace and healing.

## A Special Day Ahead

Tomorrow is a big day for me: the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and my birthday. My family is giving me a short surprise getaway, and I hope to return safe and sound.

## Papal Reflection on Guadalupe

Pope Benedict XVI wrote on March 25, 2012, about the hill of Tepeyac, where the Mother of God under the title Our Lady of Guadalupe has been venerated for centuries as a sign of reconciliation and God’s infinite goodness. In a world where families are separated, people suffer from poverty, corruption, domestic violence, drug trafficking, a crisis of values, and rising crime, the faithful look to her for consolation, strength, and hope.

## A Practical Question

The reading asks, “What might I do today to eliminate some evil in my household or work?” It challenges us to consider concrete steps toward justice and charity.

## Prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe

O gracious and loving Mary, Lady of Guadalupe, through your presence make us aware of our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son. May Christ send us blessings of peace and harmony. May we receive the love and healing we need to draw closer to Him, we ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

## Closing Wishes

I wish everyone a peaceful day and a blessed celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Lady of the Americas.

*By turning to Mary under her mantle, we find the courage to confront evil and build a more just, fraternal society.*