Humble, young maiden, favored of God, you are to be the new Eve, the Mother of us all. Will you accept this? Do you know what it will mean?
Scandal, ostracism, pain.
And a sword will pierce your heart. Are you willing?
“Be it done unto me as you say.”
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now, and at the hour of our death. Amen.
UPDATE: FOB Jack correctly points out that, due to Holy Week, the Feast of the Annunciation was moved to April 8th this year. It’s still Dismas’ and my feast though if anyone wants to send a shout-out to God on my behalf.
Thanks!