The Annunciation celebrates when the Angel Gabriel visited Mary to announce that she would conceive the Son of God.
Printable Activity:
Puppet Reenactment – Create your own puppet show to reenact the moment of the Annunciation when the Angel Gabriel visited Mary. This printable includes everything you need for a fun and interactive activity that brings the story to life!
Food:
- Waffles – Traditionally, waffles are enjoyed on the Feast of the Annunciation in Sweden. You can celebrate with waffles topped with whipped cream and lingonberries, or opt for baked goods like cinnamon rolls or sweet breads.
- Angel food cake – A light, airy dessert that symbolizes the angelic message brought to Mary.
- Fruit salad with “heavenly” whipped cream – A simple and delicious way to represent the heavenly message.
Activity:
- Sing a Marian hymn such as Hail Holy Queen or Ave Maria.
- Discuss the importance of Mary's "yes" and her role in salvation history.
- Pray: Consider making a prayerful moment by reading the Angelus together as a family at the traditional times like noon or 6 pm. Or pray a rosary which includes part of the angelic greeting from the Annunciation.
