The Angel Told Me Not to Be Afraid

I was alone when the room filled with light. Fear froze my body.

Then a voice spoke my name. Mary... do not be afraid.

He said I was chosen. That I would carry the Son of God.

My mind raced. I was young. Unmarried. Unprepared. How can this

be? The Holy Spirit will come upon you. My future shattered

and was rebuilt in the same moment. I am the Lord's servant.

May it be to me as You have said. And heaven began its plan inside

me.