Today
is the feast-day of the Annunciation
(25th
March, 2026)
“Our affection for Mary of Nazareth leads us to join her
in becoming disciples of Jesus. Jesus invites us to be part of his Kingdom,
just as he asked Mary for her ‘yes,’ which,
once given, was renewed every day”.
From Rome to the Holy
Land: Annunciation of Mary
The place of the Incarnation. Credit:
EWTN Vatican
It is a familiar scene in Rome. Every
Sunday at noon, the Pope appears at the window of his apartment overlooking St.
Peter’s Square to greet the faithful gathered below and those watching around
the world.
“Cari fratelli e sorelle, buona
domenica!” Pope Leo XIV calls out, beginning a tradition that has endured for
generations.
At the heart of this weekly encounter
is the Angelus—a prayer recited by Catholics worldwide, rooted in one of the
most decisive moments in human history: the Annunciation.
“The Angel of the Lord declared unto
Mary, and she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary, full of grace…” the Pope
prays, echoing words that have been repeated for centuries.
The “Yes” That
Changed History
The Angelus centers on Mary’s response
to God’s plan—her “yes” to becoming the Mother of Christ. This moment, often
described as the turning point of salvation history, continues to shape the
Church’s life today.
During the Jubilee dedicated to Marian
spirituality in October 2025, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the enduring
significance of Mary’s response.
“Brothers and sisters, Marian
spirituality is at the service of the Gospel: it reveals its simplicity,” he
said. “Our affection for Mary of Nazareth leads us to join her in becoming
disciples of Jesus. Jesus invites us to be part of his Kingdom, just as he
asked Mary for her ‘yes,’ which, once given, was renewed every day.”
Mary’s fiat was not a single act
confined to the past—it became a model of daily fidelity, a path of
discipleship that continues to inspire believers. ….
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