During his ministry she was praised as one of those who hear the word of God and do it. Now, after the death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus, Mary remains faithful. Together with other loyal followers, she awaits the transforming gift of the Spirit at Pentecost. Luke's presentation of Mary thus makes her the most consistently faithful disciple in the entire Gospel tradition. Most holy Birthgiver of God, have mercy on us.
Today is the crown of our salvation and the manifestation of the mystery that is from all eternity.
The Son of God becomes the Son of the Virgin, and Gabriel announces the good tidings of grace. Point out some actions of discipleship in Mary in the Gospel of Luke both before and after Jesus' public life and in the Acts of the Apostles. Consider Mary's responses throughout the Gospel of Luke. Mary in the Gospel of St. John Site hosted and maintained by the Boston Theological Institute . Email the webmaster for questions, comments, etc.