Holy Mary mother of a brown son,
Mother who feared for his well-being, Mother who tasted terror when he left your side- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown man, Mother who demanded his respect, Mother who knew the power of God- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown rebel, Mother who tried to save him from himself, Mother who eyed the authorities as they drew near to him- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown preacher, Mother who was stunned by his insight Mother who taught him how to listen to the word- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown prisoner, Mother who grieved what would never be, Mother who feared for the life of one who you carried in your body and heart- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown man killed too soon, Mother who held his broken body, Mother who howled to the heavens- Pray for us.
Holy Mary, mother of a brown Incarnation, Mother who dared to hope in resurrection, Mother who whispered, "Let it be with me according to your will"- Pray for us.
Today in the Church’s Calendar we remember Our Lady Mary of Walsingham.