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Who were Adam and Eve?
They were the first man and woman God created.
What do we mean when we say “everyone inherited sin”?
It means all people after Adam and Eve were born with sin, too.
Why did people need someone to save them?
Because sin separated people from God and brought punishment and death.
What kind of girl did the prophets describe the Savior’s mother to be?
A very pure and beautiful girl with special qualities.
Who told Mary that her cousin Elizabeth was pregnant?
The Archangel Gabriel.
What happened when Adam and Eve didn’t listen to God?
They sinned and were sentenced to death.
Who did God promise would come to save us?
He promised that He Himself would come as a Savior.
What would the Savior do for us?
He would take our place, forgive our sins, and give us new life.
What did every Jewish girl hope for year after year?
To be the one chosen to give birth to the Savior.
What happened when Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting?
The baby in Elizabeth’s womb leapt (jumped) for joy, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
How long did people wait for this promise to be fulfilled?
They waited for many, many years.
Who spoke about God coming before Jesus was born?
The prophets in the Old Testament.
From whom did the prophets say the Savior would be born?
From a virgin girl (a young woman who was not married).
Who did God finally choose to be the mother of His Son?
He chose a simple, humble girl with many beautiful qualities
What did this miracle show about Mary?
That she was the “Theotokos,” which means the Mother of God.
What qualities did this girl have that made her special?
She loved God with all her heart, loved people, was quiet, humble, wise, prayerful, and loved to serve.
What is the name of this special girl?
The Virgin Saint Mary.
Where did the Virgin Mary live?
In a small town called Nazareth.
What title does the Church give to the Virgin Mary? and what's mean?
The Ever-Virgin.
mean's she was a virgin before, during, and after giving birth to Jesus.
Who was the baby in Elizabeth’s womb?
Saint John the Baptist.
Who did God send to Mary to deliver His message?
Archangel Gabriel.
What did Archangel Gabriel tell St.Mary?
That she would give birth to a Son named Jesus.
and you cousin Elizabeth is pregnant
Why was Mary confused when she heard the message?
Because she was not married and was a virgin.
What did Mary do after hearing that Elizabeth was pregnant?
She quickly went to Elizabeth’s house to serve her.
What question did Mary ask the angel?
She asked, “How can this be, since I am not married?”