Understanding Mary, Mother of God in Salvation History

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

January 1st is a holy day of obligation.

Mater Dei

Latin term for 'Mother of God'.

Theotokos

Greek term for 'Mother of God'.

Prince of Peace

Title for Jesus.

Queen of Peace

Title for Mary.

Salvation History

Jesus dying for our sins so we could be saved.

Saints Anne & Joachim

Parents of Mary.

Jerusalem

Birthplace of Mary.

Nazareth

Place where Mary lived in Galilee (Israel).

Elizabeth

Cousin of Mary and mother of John the Baptist.

Angel Gabriel

Announced to Mary that she was to be the mother of Jesus.

Solemnity of the Annunciation

Celebrated on March 25 to honor Mary's 'Yes' to God.

The Visitation

Event where Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth.

Wedding Feast at Cana

Jesus’ first public miracle; requested by Mary, where he turned water into wine.

Fourth Station of the Cross

Jesus meets his mother.

Mary at the Foot of the Cross

Mary and John the Baptist were present at the foot of the Cross.

Hail Mary

A prayer recited in honor of Mary.

Role of Mary in Salvation History

Mary said yes to Angel Gabriel, gave birth to Jesus, became Jesus' first disciple, and teaches us to be.

New Eve

Title given to Mary for her role in salvation.