An Angel Visits Mary
Luke 1
God sent an angel named Gabriel to visit a young woman named Mary. She was scared when she saw the angel because she had never seen an angel before. Gabriel said, "Do not be afraid. You are very special to God." The angel Gabriel said, "You will become pregnant and have a baby boy. You must name him Jesus. He will be God's son."
Mary was confused and asked the angel, "How can this be since I am not married?" The angel Gabriel answered, "With God, all things are possible." Mary said, "I love God and I will do whatever he asks me to do."
Bible Story Questions & Answers
Talk about what the Bible story was about by asking the children questions. You can decide ahead of time how you want them to answer the questions. I like to have the children raise their hand to answer the question. If they are incorrect that is fine. You can say what the answer is or ask: “Does anyone else have a thought or answer to the question?”
Questions to ask if you like:
• What is the name of the lady in this story? (Mary)
• What is the name of the angel in this story? (Gabriel)
• Did the angel Gabriel tell her not to be afraid and that she was very special to God? (Yes)
• What did the angel Gabriel tell Mary she was going to have? (A baby)
• What was the name that Mary should give to her baby? (Jesus)
• Did Mary listen to the angel? (Yes)
• Did Mary say she would do whatever God asked her to do? (Yes)
• Are you special to God? (Yes)
Prayer
While sitting on the floor with criss cross legs, have the children repeat after you. You can have them fold their hands and close their eyes or just sit quietly and say after you. Following is a prayer written out that you can use, or you can make up your own.
Dear God (children repeat)
Thank you for this day. (children repeat)
Please help me (children repeat)
to be like Mary (children repeat)
by doing what I'm asked to do. (children repeat)
I love You (children repeat)
Amen (children repeat)
