Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2014 Gospel Reading Luke 1:26-38 The angel Gabriel visits Mary to announce the birth of Jesus. This Sunday we read the story of the angel Gabriels announcement to Mary about the birth of Jesus. This story is found only in Lukes Gospel. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, the liturgy shifts our attention from John the Baptist to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Both John and Mary serve as important figures for our reflection during the season of Advent; they both played instrumental roles in preparing the way for Jesus. Last week we reflected on John the Baptists announcement that the Savior was among us, although not yet recognized. This week we reflect upon Marys example of faith and obedience to God, traits which permitted her to receive the angels message that the saviour was among us although not yet recognized.
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