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The Annunciation ~ today we celebrate!
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Today we celebrate the beautiful Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord!
This is the day when we ponder the coming of Jesus as he is conceived in the womb of his mother, Mary. This miraculous conception changed the world and transformed each of our lives as it led to the birth of Jesus.
Today might not be Christmas, when Jesus was born and came in the flesh, but it is the beginning of his journey to life, death and resurrection.
Key is Mary's Fiat. Her Yes! In imitation of Mary, we, too, carry Jesus within us and give birth to him whenever we proclaim his name to all the world.
In the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 1, verse 26-38, we hear the good news of the announcement to Mary that she will conceive a child, Jesus.
Don't let this day pass you by--no matter which faith tradition you follow--without thanking Mary for accepting this special gift of motherhood.
Praise God that we can share in God's creative nature in our human lives, and say Yes! to all life.
Janet Cassidy
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I am a Catholic blogger who holds an M.A. in theology from Augustine Institute. I have worked in Catholic ministry as a Catechist, Pastoral Associate, Director of (parish) Adult Formation, Director of RCIA/Religious Education and am a Lay Ecclesial Minister. I am a former radio show host and former columnist for The Catholic Times. I have been married for over 40 years; my husband and I have three adult children whom we homeschooled. I am passionate about sharing God's Word as a speaker and writer, wherever God leads me.
