LIFE OF MARY - Mother of Jesus Christ - A Video Narrative of Child Mary to Mother Mary

Summary

The script narrates the life of Mary, mother of Jesus, from her birth to her role in Jesus' divine life. Born to Joachim and Anna, she was dedicated to God at the temple at three. Mary grew up devout, obedient, and vowed to remain a virgin. At 14, she was betrothed to Joseph and later conceived Jesus through the Holy Spirit. She supported Jesus' ministry and witnessed his crucifixion. After Jesus' death, she prayed with the apostles and was eventually assumed into heaven, symbolizing salvation and serving as a model of faith.

Takeaways

• 📜 The early childhood of Mary is documented in the Gospel of Luke and the Gospel of James.
• 🕊 Mary's life was written down before 200 A.D., highlighting her significance in early Christian history.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Joachim and Anna, Mary's parents, were humble and devout, praying for a child and promising to dedicate her to God's service.
• 🌱 Mary was born to an aged couple who had been childless, fulfilling their prayer and a prophecy.
• 🏛 At three years old, Mary was presented at the Temple in Jerusalem, where she lived and was educated for 11 years.
• 💃 Mary was known for her joy and dancing at the temple, and she was loved by all who knew her.
• 📖 In the temple, Mary was taught the law of God, scriptures, and handiwork, showing her deep religious upbringing.
• 👼 Mary committed to a life of chastity, prayer, and service to God, refusing to marry.
• 👵 After her parents' death, Mary was betrothed to Joseph, an older man who promised to protect her vow of virginity.
• 🌟 The Angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to Jesus, the Son of God, through the Holy Spirit.
• 🐪 Mary gave birth to Jesus in a cave, with the world seemingly pausing for this momentous event.
• 👩‍👦 Mary played a crucial role in Jesus' life, supporting and believing in his divine mission.
• 🕊 After Jesus' death, Mary continued to be a model of prayer and support for the apostles.
• 👼 The Virgin Mary's death was foretold by an angel, and she was assumed into heaven body and soul.
• 🙏 Mary is revered as the Mother of the Church and a symbol of grace, justice, and salvation for all.

Q & A

Who is Mary's father according to the script?

Mary's father is named Joachim.

What town did Joachim and Anna live in?

They lived in the town of Nazareth in Galilee.

What was Joachim's lineage?

Joachim was a direct descendant of King David.

What did Joachim and Anna promise to God if they had a child?

They promised to offer their child to the service of God.

At what age was Mary taken to the temple?

Mary was taken to the temple when she was three years old.

What did Mary do at the temple?

Mary was taught the law of God, engaged in prayer, and learned some handiwork at the temple.

How long did Mary live at the temple?

Mary lived at the temple for approximately 11 years.

Who did the high priest betroth Mary to when she was no longer able to stay at the temple?

The high priest betrothed Mary to a distant relative, Joseph.

What was Joseph's profession and where did he live?

Joseph was a carpenter and lived in the town of Nazareth.

How did Mary become pregnant with Jesus according to the script?

Mary conceived Jesus through the grace of the Holy Spirit.

What was Mary's role after Jesus' death?

After Jesus' death, Mary joined the apostles, provided a model of prayer, and encouraged them to wait and pray for the Holy Spirit.

What is Mary's significance in the Christian faith as described in the script?

Mary is significant as the mother of Jesus, a model of faith and prayer, and is considered the mother of the Church.