Father James Kubicki joins Patrick to discuss The Annunciation

• What is the annunciation?
• (6:22) Why do we celebrate the Annunciation today?
• Why did Gabriel appear to Mary to give her the news of the Messiah?

(18:00) Break 1

• Dean - annunciation is as important as Christmas
• (23:25) How is today a special day for the unborn?
• (28:09) Sophia - it's crucial to give OUR fiat every day to God like Mary

(36:53) Break 2

• What is the difference between the way Mary answers the angel Gabriel and how Zachariah responded?
• (42:50) Len - Holy day of Opportunity for today
• Alex - John 2:5 Mary said 'Do whatever he tells you' reflects on what she said to Gabriel
• Patrick shares an email from Gail about the gentleness and Humility of the Holy Spirit

Resources:

• Life is always a good. Initiating Processes for a Pastoral Care of Human Life
  • https://www.laityfamilylife.va/content/laityfamilylife/en/life-is-always-a-good.html