The First Disciples: Mary and Joseph - In the face of the challenges that would come from being called to give birth and raise the Son of God. The angel declares to Mary: “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God... ...For no word from God will ever fail.” (Luke 1)
The Angel declares to Joseph: "Do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 1)
Mary and Joseph set an example for us and respond in faith, trust, and surrender.
