Mary, the Mother of Jesus: A Journey of Faith

The story of Jesus's birth as told in the Bible, where the angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she will bear a son, Jesus, who will be the Son of God.

A woman who has never had sexual relations.

The Holy Spirit is one of the three persons of the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and is considered to be the power of God.

The act of Mary agreeing to be the mother of Jesus.

Mary's questioning of how she could be the mother of Jesus given that she was a virgin.

The angel's reassurance to Mary that the child she will bear will be holy, the Son of God.

The belief that Jesus's birth was a miraculous event, with the Holy Spirit causing Mary to conceive.

The message that Jesus will be the Messiah, the savior of humanity.

Mary's humble acceptance of God's will, shown in her response to the angel Gabriel: "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word." (Luke 1:38)

The angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary about the birth of Jesus, highlighting Jesus' identity as the Son of David and the Son of God.

The Holy Spirit is the power of God that enables the virginal conception of Jesus.

The pregnancy of Elizabeth, Mary's elderly relative, serves as a sign from God to confirm the angel's announcement to Mary.

Mary's unwavering faith and purity allowed her to accept God's truth and the radical change it brought to her life.

Mary's complete surrender to God's will, symbolized by her "FIAT" or "YES" to God's plan of salvation for humanity.

The incarnation of Jesus as a human being, made possible by Mary's acceptance of God's plan.

Mary's faithfulness to her mission to care for Jesus until his death on the cross, making Jesus's sacrifice available to all people.

The event when the angel Gabriel visits Mary and announces that she will be the mother of Jesus, the Son of God.

The Annunciation is a Solemnity in the Catholic Church, meaning a very important feast day.

It marks the beginning of Jesus's salvation mission, the fulfillment of God's promises, and the start of Christianity.

The Annunciation is an essential part of the 'Paschal Mystery,' which is the whole story of Christ's life, death, and resurrection.

Mary's question about how an unmarried woman can conceive shows her humility and openness to God's will.

The Holy Spirit plays a key role in the Annunciation, bringing God's power to Mary's womb and enabling her to conceive Jesus.

Jesus was conceived as both human and divine, and this event, the Annunciation, is the start of this 'incarnation.'

The Annunciation demonstrates the power of God, the unwavering nature of His plan, and the obedience of Mary.

Faith is not about having a perfect understanding of everything, but rather about trusting in God without fully knowing the details. It's like trust in a trusted friend.

Faith is about continually seeking meaning, bringing together different events to understand their connection.

Mary is seen as having a unique connection with God and a humble acceptance of His will.

The Annunciation is a pivotal event marking the start of Jesus's presence on Earth.

Mary is a key figure in the Catholic Church, serving as a role model for faith and charity.

Mary's acceptance of God's invitation to be the mother of Jesus despite challenges demonstrates her unwavering faith and trust.

The question challenges us to reflect on our own commitment to following God's call in our daily lives.

We are called to actively participate in spreading God's message and bringing God's presence into the world.

The period of time between the life and ministry of Jesus and the writing of the New Testament.

Small independent units of stories, parables, sayings, etc., of Jesus compiled by Christians.

The process of the Holy Spirit guiding the authors of the New Testament to accurately record God's message.

The writer of a Gospel book.

The Gospel attributed to John, emphasizing Jesus's divine nature and teachings.

The Gospel attributed to Matthew, emphasizing Jesus's fulfillment of Jewish prophecy.

The Gospel attributed to Mark, emphasizing Jesus's actions and power.

The Gospel attributed to Luke, emphasizing Jesus's compassion and concern for the marginalized.

The belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was free from original sin from the moment of her conception.

A unique grace given to Mary from God, preparing her to be the mother of Jesus, the Savior of humanity.

The stages of the formation of the Gospels, including the historical Jesus, oral tradition, and written Gospels.

The events and teachings of Jesus's life, as recorded in the Gospels, including his miracles, parables, and the establishment of a new covenant through his words and deeds.

The writing down of the Gospels, based on the oral tradition and historical accounts of Jesus's life.

The reign of God characterized by love, justice, peace, and well-being, which Jesus proclaimed would come.

The ultimate sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, followed by his resurrection and ascension into heaven.