This article develops from the instrumental translation of John 2,1-11, of the Sitz-im-Leben, of the vital context, which shows the brief dialogue between Mary and Jesus. Next, the delimitation and the structure of the text. In the fi eld of analysis, we try to analyze the semantics of the sign in John, as well as in the Old Testament literature. For John, the semeion, sign, has the function to point and signify something, either to attract attention or to transmit a certain knowledge. In the case of Ex 4,30-31, the ot, sign, suggests the manifestation of God for the people to believe, kneel and bow before YHWH. Thus in John the fulfi lling gesture is not only demonstrative but expressive of the personal mystery of Jesus and the salvation that will be communicated to mankind. In this sense, the fi gure of Mary in the feast of Cana, is essential, because she is attentive and has deep sensitivity to dialogue with her Son. She is, at the same time, the fi gure of mother and faithful disciple, so that Jesus is the center of the scene. With this, we can see that the attitude of Mary opens many horizons to refl ect on pastoral care in today s world. The model of Marian discipleship can provide a sensitive and active look, to be contemplative in action.