Thursday, March 25, 2021
The Feast of the Annunciation is celebrated on March 25. This feast day commemorates the announcement of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she had been chosen to be the mother of Jesus and it celebrates her “Fiat” (“Let it be done”) in reply.
Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord:
- First reading – Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10: “the Lord himself will give you this sign: the virgin shall be with child, and bear a son, and shall name him Emmanuel”
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 40: “Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.”
- Second Reading – Hebrews 10:4-10: “we have been consecrated through the offering of the Body of Jesus Christ once for all.”
- Gospel – Luke 1:26-38: “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.”
Ideas and resources for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
No No Game
This is a game for youth group or youth ministry where players try to get each other to say no. It could be used at a meeting about saying “yes” instead of “no”. It also works in well with the Annunciation and Mary’s fiat when she said “yes” instead of “no”.
Fiat – Reflection and Discussion Questions
The purpose of this reflection is to help youth understand what Mary’s fiat (“let it be done”) meant and to help them understand ways to say yes in today’s world.
May It Be Done According to Your Word – Fiat
Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.
Blessed Virgin Mary Coffee Cup
Show your devotion to the blessed mother with this beautiful, minimal image of the Virgin Mary and Jesus. Includes the scripture quote: “All generations to come shall call me blessed” – Luke 1:48
Yes No Game (Youth Group Game)
The Yes No game is a fun activity for your youth group or youth ministry meeting. It can be tied in with teaching by reminding us that we need to say “Yes” to God. It also works well with a meeting focused on our Blessed Mother, whose “Fiat” (“let it be done”) in answer to the Angel Gabriel at the Annunciation was an affirmation in her complete trust in the Lord.
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