St. Mary of the Cross Mackillop's prayer, also known as her motto, is a beautiful expression of her trust in God's providence and her desire to follow His will. The prayer goes as follows:
"Never see a need without doing something about it."
This short but powerful prayer encapsulates the essence of St. Mary MacKillop's life and mission. It reflects her deep compassion for the less fortunate and her unwavering commitment to serving others, especially the poor and marginalized.
By living this motto, St. Mary MacKillop embraced a life of selfless service, always seeking to meet the needs of those around her. Her prayer challenges us to be attentive to the needs of others and to respond with love and action, just as she did throughout her life.
This simple yet profound prayer is a reminder for us to be proactive in our care for others and to be instruments of God's love and mercy in the world. It inspires us to be aware of the suffering and struggles of those around us and to do our part to alleviate their burdens.
Let us take St. Mary MacKillop's prayer to heart and strive to live with the same compassion and generosity she exemplified. May we be moved to action when we see a need, guided by the love of Christ, and inspired by the selflessness of Australia's first saint.
St. Mary Mackillop, pray for us!
FR Roger Delmonte