Everything that affected Jesus affected his mother, yet no intimate understanding existed between them. His life was hers, yet constantly escaped her. Scripture puts it clearly: he is “the Holy One” promised by the angel, a title full of the mystery and remoteness of God. Mary gave that holy burden everything: heart, honor, flesh and … Continue reading Final installment of “The holiest of mothers,” From Romano Guardini’s book, “The Lord,” Chap 2.