Today is the feast of the Queenship of Mary and the Gospel reading is Matthew 22:1-14. Mary who has been assumed into heaven, who shares first in the glory of her Son’s Resurrection, has been crowned the Queen of Heaven. This reminds us that God has set her as an intercessor and as a guide.

In the Gospel, the king throws a wedding banquet and the invitation is negated over and over. A trend that begins with Adam and Eve, continues with Israel, is placed before us. Do we choose to attend the wedding feast or do we spurn it?

God always sends his servants to call the people back. Finally, He sends His Son. Will we receive His word?

Through the intercession of Mary, Queen of Heaven, let us pray for the grace to say yes to the Lord’s invitation.