St. Mary Magdelen at the foot of the Cross represented penitence, while St. John symbolized innocence, but in all cases it is Our Lady, also at the foot of the Cross, who brings all saints to Our Lord. Let us follow the Magdalen in shedding tears of repentance for our sins, converting, and following the way of heroic virtue, all through the mediation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. br Ave Maria! br Mass: St.