All Saints Episcopal Church
213 Madison Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701-3316
732-367-0933

Saint Mary and angels


read aloud

Icon by the monks of the Light of Christ Monastery
Borrego Springs, California

Given to the church by Gloria Cole-Smith
in thanksgiving and love of her mother Nellie H. North and her sister Anise E. Stephens.
dedicated on the Day of Pentecost, 30 May 2004


According to biblical writings, angels played a significant role in the life of St. Mary.
 
  • The angel Gabriel announced that God had chosen her to be the mother of the Savior.

  • An angel assisted Mary by telling Joseph not to be afraid to take her as his wife.

  • Angels sang praises to God when Mary gave birth to Jesus.

  • An angel instructed Joseph to flee to Egypt with Mary and Jesus to escape from King Herod.

  • An angel instructed Joseph to return to Israel with Mary and Jesus.

  • An angel consoled Mary at the tomb.