# Novena to Our Lady of the Assumption and the Battle for the Family
*2020-08-05*

> Bill Young introduces the novena to Our Lady of the Assumption and reflects on the spiritual battle over the family, contrasting Catholic teaching with contemporary politics.

## A Political Reflection

Bill opens with a brief commentary on recent political events, noting President Trump’s tariffs on foreign appliances as an example of protecting American jobs. He then turns to the larger spiritual conflict, citing Sister Lucia of Fatima’s vision that Satan has already been defeated by God. Bill argues that those who side with Satan—whether through temporary power, support for abortion, or same‑sex marriage—are choosing a losing side, even if they appear to gain worldly influence. He warns that current political leaders, especially President Biden, are aligning with forces opposed to the family and the Church.

## The Assumption of Mary

Bill explains the significance of the Assumption, the feast celebrated on August 6. He notes that the tradition dates back to the 5th century in the Eastern Church and was formally defined as dogma by Pope Pius XII in 1950. The Assumption means that Mary was taken body and soul into heaven, a special privilege because of her purity as the Mother of Jesus. Bill emphasizes that this feast reminds us of Mary’s role as queen of heaven and intercessor for the faithful.

## Novena Prayer to Our Lady of the Assumption

Bill leads the novena, beginning with the Sign of the Cross and a brief invocation of God’s aid. He recites the Apostles’ Creed, then offers a series of prayers to the Immaculate Virgin, asking for her intercession, protection of the family, and the salvation of souls. The prayer repeatedly asks Mary to pray for sinners now and at the hour of death, invoking her as Mother of God and Queen of Heaven. Bill concludes the prayer with the traditional “Hail Holy Queen” and a final petition for the Church and the world.

## Closing Thoughts

Bill urges listeners to pray for political leaders, especially President Biden, that they might return to God’s ways. He challenges the audience to consider whose side they are on in the cultural battle over the family, life, and religious freedom, and to place their hope in Mary’s intercession and the ultimate victory of Christ.

*In the final analysis, the battle for the family belongs to God, and Mary’s Assumption reminds us that divine victory is already assured.*