Teologiczne i formacyjne znaczenie nabożeństwa majowego w piśmiennictwie św. Urszuli Ledóchowskiej

Abstract

The study discusses possible applications of St Urszula Ledóchowska’s Thoughts in pastoral care, specifically in devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary held daily in May. In keeping with the guidelines of Vatican Council 2 and postcouncil recommendations related to Mariology, the meditations are based on biblical texts arranged in a Christ-centred manner. Furthermore, they include an interpretation of all titles and invocations in the Litany of Loreto as well as elements of Marian aretology with possible use by Mary’s worshippers. The Thoughts adopt a simple language and can be read by people of different potentials and backgrounds. They take into account the hierarchy of doctrinal truths; point to anthropo-typical and ecclesio-typical Mariology; and may provide the basis for May devotions held both individually and in a group. Many of the reflections explain the meaning of dogmas and Mary’s traditional titles such as Queen of Poland, Mother of Sorrows and Mother of All Believers.