Annunciation
Greetings on this the Friday of the Third Week of Advent
Readings: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Lk 1:26-38
Summary
Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.
May it be done to me according to your word.”
Then the angel departed from her.
Reflection
Angels play an important role in the revelation of the Incarnation of Jesus, the Christ. Joseph, Zechariah and Mary all found message and instruction and comfort by way of these otherworldly beings. The supreme moment is the Annunciation and Mary’s Yes. A marvelous exchange.
For a good introduction to Angelology the Catechism has a great summary: https://www.usccb.org/sites/default/files/flipbooks/catechism/87/
Personal Reflection
Thank you Heavenly Father for the Angels who aid us in seeing your son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
I don’t think it is weakness to recognize we need help in understanding things beyond our visual and physical senses. Our help is from the Lord, who made Heaven and Earth. Christmas approaches. May you and I always listen to the voice of an Angel. Like Joseph, Zechariah and Mary.
Sacred Readings full text: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122024.cfm
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry