Then the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God... The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore, the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God... Mary said,"Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word."
(Lk 1:30-38)

Reflections

Fearfully aware of new found favor
Red passion blazes,
But does not burn.
Behold majestic mystery.
Awe-filled
With the hum of silent singing,
Mary bows.
THE ANNUNCIATION

THE ANNUNCIATION
PHASE 2
Questions for Intention: (How to Pray with Art)

How does the majesty of God, moments of unconditional love, manifest in your life? How do you communicate this?

Notice the ways you carry the tension between God's love and human pain.
What do you feel knowing God called you to be part of God's plan for salvation?

Humbled, excited, frightened?

Recall the chaos of today's society by looking at current events. Then pray that God reveal reminders of God's fidelity to you.
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