This day celebrates the appearance of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce of the birth of Christ.
What’s going on and why is this day important?
Here are 8 things you need to know.

by Jimmy AkinSunday, April 07, 2013 1:01 PMĀ

The Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to announce the birth of Christ. Here are 8 things to know and share about the event and how we celebrate it.
This day celebrates the appearance of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce of the birth of Christ.
What’s going on and why is this day important?
Here are 8 things you need to know.
Read more: http://www.ncregister.com/blog/jimmy-akin/8-things-to-know-and-share-about-the-annunciation/#ixzz2PnqsyUJF

Prayer to Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
Blessed are you, Mary,
exalted Daughter of Sion!
You are highly favored and full of grace,
for the Spirit of God descended upon you.
We magnify the Lord
and rejoice with you
for the gift of the Word made flesh,
our bread of life and cup of joy.
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament,
our model of prayer in the Cenacle, pray for us
that we may become what we receive,
the body of Christ your son.
Amen
Dr Scott Hahn - The Virgin Mary Revealed Through Scripture