“Mary remained WITH Elizabeth about three months” (Lk 1:56). The word ”with” is one of the richest and most difficult words of genuine discipleship. It’s the word by which God describes the Messiah: “Emmanuel, which means God is WITH us” (Mt 1:23). By remaining with Elizabeth, Mary models true discipleship: it’s not bending down to others giving momentary help but staying with them, learning from them.


