The century-old stained glass windows in the mission church of San Jose in Los Ojos, New Mexico, about an hour from our Monastery, cannot but inspire those with gaze upon them. Each of the windows is some ten or more feet tall and marvelously calls to mind particular events in the life of Christ. Today’s photo depicts today’s Solemnity of the Annunciation to Mary, that she is to be the Mother of Jesus.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church suns up well the mystery and joy of this feast:
“The Virgin Mary most perfectly embodies the obedience of faith. By faith Mary welcomes the tidings and promise brought by the angel Gabriel, believing that ‘with God nothing will be impossible’ (Luke 1:37) and so giving her ascent: ‘Behold I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word’ (Luke 1:38).
A blessed celebration of the Annunciation of the Lord!
Abbot Christian and the monks
