The Annunciation is all about ‘Joy.’ Jesus Himself said, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; …
“Whoever has been called to eternal life ought to resemble the Incorruptible. For this reason, let our whole life be …
“This rejoicing is not separable from grief, for indeed it is rather deeply connected with grief. The one who grieves …
“The joy of heart then that rests upon Him hath in very truth a sure foundation. For, if we mourned …
“Believe me when I say, I have never been so sure of my heart in peace time as in the …