Since Mary has shared so intimately
In the mission of her Son, it is fitting
That she should be the first
To experience the fullness
Of his victory over death.
Here we see the reward of discipleship
As angels carry her bodily into
The glory of heaven
We believe that by taking up our cross
And following Jesus, we too will
Receive from him the crown of eternal life.
Mary’s Assumption offers a sign of hope
to the pilgrim Church on earth
As we await Christ’s return in glory.