Pope Leo XIV reflects on the Nativity of the Virgin Mary

Pope Leo XIV reflected on the simplicity and transformative power of the Virgin Mary during the celebration of her Nativity on September 8. In a message shared via social media, the Pontiff highlighted the contrast between Mary’s theological titles, such as ‘Lady and Queen,’ and the humble reality of her birth as a simple child.

The Pope noted that God’s path often operates through silence and simplicity rather than through dominance or arrogance. He emphasized that by choosing Mary, described as ‘the most humble of creatures,’ God demonstrates a way of acting through service, creation, and the care of life, mirroring the mission of Jesus.

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is one of the oldest Marian celebrations in the Catholic Church, with roots in Eastern Christian traditions, and is observed annually to commemorate the birth of the mother of Jesus.