St. Gabriel announced, “And behold, your kinswoman Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. For with God nothing will be impossible” (Luke 1:36-37). After Mary found out that her cousin was pregnant, she immediately left to visit her. Until modern times, women normally relied on their families and their communities to assist them with their pregnancies and deliveries. As an older woman, St. Elizabeth especially needed assistance during this time. It also holds spiritual significance that these two women – the mothers of the Savior and His forerunner – spent time together. As the Gospel of Luke recounts, they both understood and appreciated this significance (Lk. 1:41-56). READ MORE