Homily for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the LORD

Today we celebrate the Annunciation of the LORD – the moment when Mary learned about the LORD’S call to her to be the Mother of His Son.

What a scary time for Mary – to be visited by an angel and to put her reputation, and that of Joseph, in the crosshairs of those who would accuse them of wrongdoing.

Yet, despite her fears, she answered the call of God with all her heart, all her soul, all her mind, and all her body.

Let us pray that the example of Mary’s selfless giving over of her will to the will of God may inspire us to seek to follow God with all our hearts, even when doing so is difficult, unpopular, or puts us at odds with those around us.+