L2 - Mary, Mother of Jesus PDF

THEOLOGY1 University Prayer Lord God of all wisdom, We pray for La Consolacion University Philippines that she may be faithful to the purposes of our foundresses, Mo. Rita and Venerable Mo. Consuelo. Continue to promote the search for truth and knowledge and be an inspiration for others who follow...

THEOLOGY1 University Prayer Lord God of all wisdom, We pray for La Consolacion University Philippines that she may be faithful to the purposes of our foundresses, Mo. Rita and Venerable Mo. Consuelo. Continue to promote the search for truth and knowledge and be an inspiration for others who follow. May we be a community of scholars sharing this ambition, caring for one another, and being loyal to the truth revealed to us as your disciples. AMEN.  LESSON 2 Mary, Mother of Jesus, Mother of the Church Learning Objectives; explain the biblical accounts and traditions regarding Mary's role as the mother of Jesus and her significance in salvation history; develop a sense of spiritual kinship with Mary as a fellow disciple of Jesus and a source of inspiration in navigating life's challenges; and engage in personal devotions to Mary to cultivate a deeper relationship and spiritual connection. Mary, Mother of Jesus, Mother of the Church Mary’s Parents St. Joachim Joachim was a wealthy and devout man from Nazareth. In Christian tradition, he is seen as humble and dedicated to God. He and his wife Anne faced criticism and shame because they were childless for many years. Despite this, they remained faithful and prayed for a child. Their perseverance is often admired, and they are recognized for their strong faith. Eventually, they were blessed with a daughter, Mary, who would become the mother of Jesus. Mary’s Parents St. Anne Anne is traditionally known as the wife of Joachim and the mother of Mary, the mother of Jesus. She is often depicted as a devout and virtuous woman. According to tradition, Anne experienced shame and reproach because she was childless for a long time, which was considered a significant social stigma in her time. Eventually, she was blessed with Mary, fulfilling her long-held desire for motherhood. Mary’s Birth St. Joachim and St. Anne, are found in the Protoevangelium of James. This apocryphal text, dated to the 2nd century, provides an account of the birth and early life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Mary was born in a special and miraculous manner, free from the stain of original sin. This aligns with the later Christian doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, which declares that Mary was conceived without original sin. Saints Joachim and Anne https://udayton.edu/imri/mary/p/parents-of-mary.ph p Feast Day: July 26 Feast Day: (Annually) - To celebrate their work as the instrument of God in preparing Mary to be the mother of Jesus. Saints of the Grandparents  Mary, Mother of Jesus Mary, Mother of Jesus Mary, the Mother of Jesus, is a central figure in Christianity, especially in Catholic traditions, where she is called "Theotokos" or "Mother of God." Mary, Perfect Example Faith and Obedience Mary accepted God's will with complete trust, saying, "Let it be to me according to your word" (Luke 1:38), despite the  challenges. Humility She humbly embraced her role as the mother of Jesus, putting God's plan above her own life. Purity and Sinfulness In Catholic belief, Mary was free from original sin through the Immaculate Conception, making her a model of holiness. Enduring Devotion Throughout her life, including witnessing Jesus' crucifixion, Mary remained steadfast in her love and faith. Perfect Example Mary illustrates the essence of saying “yes” to God without any strings attached. Mary shows us the way to deepen our relationship with God and to make Jesus present in our world. GUIDE  QUESTIONS 1. What can you learn from her about being the disciple of Jesus? 2. If you had the opportunity to ask Mary one question about her life, what would it be and why? Group Activity Poster Representation of Mama Mary Direction: Each Group will work together to create a poster that represents Mama Mary based on the theme they are assigned. Your poster should visually represent the theme using: - Images (drawn or printed) or symbols that represent Mary. - Bible verses that relate to the chosen theme. - Use colors, symbols and drawings to make the poster appealing. - A short title on the poster  Group Activity Poster Representation of Mama Mary Presentation: Each group will present their poster to the class The group should explain: - Why they choose the symbols, images or verses used in the poster. - How the poster represents the importance of Mama Mary.  Group Activity Poster Representation of Mama Mary Group 1: The Life of Mama Mary (Key events like the Annunciation Visitation, Birth of Jesus etc.) Group 2: The Virtues of Mary (Humility, obedience, faith, love etc) Group 3: The Titles of Mary (Mother of God, Queen of Heaven, Star of the Sea etc) Group 4: Mary’s Role in Salvation History and as the Mother of Church Group 5: Mary as the intercessor (her role n interceding believers ex: The Wedding at Cana When things happened that she didn’t understand, she let them go into God’s will ~ Luke 1:35-38 Thank you! References (n.d.). The Litany of Loreto - The Rosary. Retrieved November 8, 2023, from https://www.vatican.va/special/rosary/documents/litanie-lauretane_en.html 5 Lessons from Mary the Mother of Christ in Trusting God - Topical Studies. (2023, February 17). Bible Study Tools. Retrieved November 8, 2023, from https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/lessons-from-mary-the-mother of-christ-in-trusting-god.html Mama Mary | PPT. (2016, July 21). SlideShare. Retrieved November 8, 2023, from https://www.slideshare.net/JaimelitoGealan/mama-mary-64267445 Salve Regina: Hail Holy Queen [Film]. (2008). francislimsj. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B91RUv2lI8  Sica, J. (2021, February 12). 5 Marian Devotions | Dominicana. Dominicana Journal. Retrieved November 8, 2023, from https://www.dominicanajournal.org/5-marian-devotions/